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Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
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Floyd Landis takes 36th at Teva Mountain Games in Vail
Jun 4, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Ever had a GPS freeze up on a ride?
Jun 1, 2007
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Mountain Bike Trails
How many mountain bike trails is enough?
Jun 1, 2007
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A CD case for Magellan's MapSend Topo 3D software, featuring a colorful design with a map preview in the bottom right corner, and text indicating compatibility with various Magellan GPS receivers. The top section includes the Magellan logo and the title "MapSend Topo 3D."
Mountain Bikes and Gear
MapSend Topo 3D USA: Does the job
May 31, 2007
A promotional poster for "On the Road to Athens," featuring a cyclist wearing a helmet and focused on riding, with a background of an American flag. The design includes text highlighting the event and sponsors.
Culture
Off Road to Athens MTB Film: Great
May 30, 2007
A close-up view of a speedometer displaying speed in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h), with a red and white illuminated design.
Culture
Are you fast or slow? Epic or not?
May 29, 2007
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Logo for Singletracks, featuring a stylized mountain graphic above the word "singletracks" with the tagline "bike the net" below.
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Mystery revealed: Singletrack vs. Singletracks
May 28, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Refurbished, custom bikes in UK: Flip this bike
May 26, 2007
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Book cover titled "Mountain Biking Georgia" by Alex Nutt, featuring a scenic trail with two mountain bikers riding through a wooded area. The design includes bold text and is likely aimed at outdoor enthusiasts.
Mountain Bike Trails
Finding new bike trails: Books vs. websites
May 25, 2007
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Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Mountain Bike Trails
IMBA Trail Care Crew at Tsali June 2-3
May 24, 2007
A collection of silver rings with textured designs, displayed against a dark background.
Culture
Biking AND a wedding ring
May 24, 2007
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Screenshot of the Garmin Training Center application showing a training activity. The display includes a map with a highlighted route represented by yellow dots around a lake, along with performance data such as elapsed time, distance, average speed, calories burned, and heart rate statistics. The bottom section features a graph comparing elevation and heart rate over distance.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Motionbased Review: Take 1
May 23, 2007
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Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
How baggy are your bike shorts?
May 22, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Mountain Bike Trails
New loop at Itusi officially opens Saturday
May 22, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Community
Ales and Trails: Brilliant
May 21, 2007
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Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Culture
Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort to Reopen Mountain Bike Park
May 18, 2007
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Mountain Bikes and Gear
Magellan eXplorist 400 review: Good
May 17, 2007
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Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Mountain Bike Trails
New trails in unlikely spot: NYC
May 16, 2007
A person holding a damaged bicycle helmet, looking intently at the camera. The helmet is cracked and shows signs of significant impact, emphasizing the importance of safety gear in cycling.
Culture
Truck runs over biker's head
May 16, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Sideways bicycle?
May 15, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Mountain Bike Trails
Singletrack for beginners
May 14, 2007
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GPS tips for mountain biking
May 11, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
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Mountain bike world championships: Sept 3-9 in Ft. William, Scotland
May 10, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Culture
The sticky business of bike retailing
May 10, 2007
Mountain Bike Trails
Legend Park is legendary
May 9, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Culture
Europeans love to bike (though not necessarily off road)
May 8, 2007
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Exterior of a Trek Bicycle Store, featuring a brick façade, green awnings, and large windows displaying bicycles. A parked car with a bike rack loaded with bicycles is in the foreground, and parking lines are visible in the lot.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Trek Concept Store: Not clear
May 7, 2007
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A group of mountain bikers riding through a rock-lined path underneath a highway, with concrete pillars supporting the structure above. The terrain features winding trails and earthy surroundings, providing a unique biking experience in an urban environment.
Mountain Bike Trails
New MTB trails in downtown Seattle
May 4, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Community
Forget Everest: Mountain bike race in Nepal
May 4, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
Community
Sorry for the lack of news
May 2, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
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Knowing your limits versus building your MTB skills
Apr 30, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
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Womens mountain bike camps
Apr 29, 2007
Alt text: Movie poster for "2 Solo," featuring a mountain biker in action and a close-up of a cyclist's face, with the tagline "One man's quest for a 7th world title and the punishment he'll take to get it." Brands like Volkswagen, Trek, and Nike are also featured.
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24 Solo mountain bike movie
Apr 27, 2007
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Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
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U.S. Women Ranked #1 in 2007 Mountain Bike World Cup (1st Round)
Apr 26, 2007
Culture
Riding with your Dog
Apr 26, 2007
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Culture
Free mountain bike video game
Apr 24, 2007
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A winding dirt path through a forest with tall, bare trees and a view of distant mountains under a blue sky with scattered clouds. Leaf litter covers the ground alongside the trail, and patches of green vegetation are visible.
Mountain Bike Trails
Douthat trip not all that
Apr 21, 2007
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Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
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Julian 7500 Death March as tough as Leadville?
Apr 19, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
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Floyd Landis competing at Teva Mountain Games
Apr 18, 2007
A close-up image of a bicycle handlebar mirror, featuring a round reflective surface attached to a black adjustable arm and a textured grip.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Mirror for a mountain bike?
Apr 18, 2007
Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
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Equestrians gone wild
Apr 17, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Magellan eXplorist 200: Not for bikers
Apr 16, 2007
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Floyd Landis returned to his mountain bike roots and saddled up for his first race since the Tour at the Teva Mountain Games this weekend. His <a href="http://www.tevamountaingames.com/results.htm">36th place finish</a> time of 2:04:33 put him behind the top three women in the race. Some of the coverage I've been reading is pretty negative on Floyd's performance this weekend and I guess your perspective really depends on whether you think he's guilty of doping or not. I honestly don't know what to believe but the fact is that Floyd didn't prepare for the race as he should have. <ul> <li>Floyd admitted he hadn't been on a mountain bike since October, a month after his hip replacement surgery. Maybe he was on his road bike in the meantime but it's tough to train for a MTB race without getting on the trail.</li> <li>He didn't even ride his own bike. In fact he had never ridden the bike he raced with and <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20070602/NEWS/70602005">one reporter</a> said the bike looked more like a freeride or DH bike than a cross-country rig. The reporter also said Floyd had to borrow a water bottle and cage just before the race began since he didn't have one of his own.</li> <li>The race was held at Vail where altitudes start around 7,000 feet above sea level. Landis hadn't done any altitude training and was apparently out of breath just walking around the starting area.</li> </ul> So yeah, Floyd didn't have a good race and if you're convinced he's a doper, it serves him right and it's sweet justice to see him suffer. On the other hand, if you think he's not guilty of doping then this race is just another instance of Floyd getting the shaft. To the objective observer, however, the results point to a simple fact: you gotta prepare to win.
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Crankworx Colorado
Apr 16, 2007
A scenic view of a rocky landscape featuring a winding dirt path, with a cyclist riding along the trail. The background showcases a river meandering through the valley, surrounded by hills and sparse vegetation under a clear blue sky.
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Good chance to ride the Kokopelli trail
Apr 13, 2007
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Mountain Bike Trails
MTB trail access: Illegal trails
Apr 13, 2007
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Community
Klunkerz MTB documentary screening at Newport Beach Film Festival
Apr 12, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
GPS software review: TopoFusion
Apr 12, 2007
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Culture
Indoor mountain biking
Apr 11, 2007