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A Shimano bicycle pedal featuring a silver metallic body and clip mechanism, designed for secure shoe attachment during cycling.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
The clipless pedal debate rages on
Jan 24, 2007
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Alt text: "Promotional poster for the film 'Klunkerz' featuring a group of people on mountain bikes. The poster includes the film's title, tagline 'They Re-Invented the Wheel,' and credits for contributions from various individuals in the mountain biking community, all set against a vintage-style background."
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Klunkerz mountain bike movie
Jan 23, 2007
A close-up view of a bicycle wheel partially buried in snow, with black zip ties securing the tire to the rim. A wooden surface is visible in the background.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Using zip ties for tire traction in snow
Jan 22, 2007
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I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
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Mountain bike as weapon
Jan 22, 2007
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Mountain bike hall of fame
Jan 22, 2007
Culture
Mountain bike trail art
Jan 19, 2007
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I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
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USA Cycling mountain bike calendar
Jan 18, 2007
A bright orange mountain bike with blue patterned rims resting against a gray concrete wall. The bike features a sleek design with a sturdy frame and front suspension, positioned on a dark asphalt surface.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Colorful mountain bike tires
Jan 17, 2007
A person riding a mountain bike along a dirt trail in a wooded area, surrounded by bare trees and fallen leaves. The cyclist is wearing a pink top and a helmet.
Mountain Bike Trails
Itusi Trail at Lake Norman State Park
Jan 17, 2007
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
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IMBA lobbying for cyclists in DC
Jan 16, 2007
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Mountain bike helmet cam
Jan 15, 2007
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Lance leads this leg of the 2005 Tour de Georgia with Floyd Landis in hot pursuit.
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Armstrong with a little Landis on the side
Jan 12, 2007
Sock with a cartoon chicken design, featuring a red and white color scheme and the text "Ya Clucken" printed on the side, displayed on a wooden surface.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
What happened to Sock Guy?
Jan 11, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
iPod case for mountain bikes
Jan 10, 2007
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
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Lance drops Leadville MTB race
Jan 9, 2007
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
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Jobs for mountain bikers
Jan 8, 2007
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Good deal on the combo pack from amazon.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Deal on Suunto Mountain Bike Watch
Jan 7, 2007
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
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Forget the skis, jump on your mountain bike
Jan 5, 2007
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Mountain Bikes and Gear
Mountain bike lifestyle clothing
Jan 4, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Transfer mountain bike trail maps to your GPS
Oct 19, 2006
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I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Using your GPS on the mountain bike trail
Sep 7, 2006
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Mountain Bike Trails
Mountain biking in Albuquerque
Mar 13, 2006
Mountain Bikes and Gear
finally, my new ride!
Aug 20, 2005
Mountain Bikes and Gear
is it a crime to ride it?
Aug 15, 2005
An orange GPS device, the Earthmate PN-40, resting on a bed of brown dried leaves, displaying a mapping interface with coordinates and distance information.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Mountain Bike Geocaching
Jul 7, 2005
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
NC Triangle (Locals Only)
Jul 6, 2005
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
from log pyramids to teeter-totters
Jul 4, 2005
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nc state games
Jun 25, 2005
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
Buffalo Creek: Shhhh! (It's a secret)
Jun 24, 2005
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
mountain biking in roanoke, va
Jun 19, 2005
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Using a GPS with Your Personal Computer
Mar 26, 2005
Close-up of a DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 GPS device mounted on a bike handlebar, displaying a detailed map with a speed reading of 0.2 mph. The device features an orange casing with various buttons for navigation.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
What a GPS Can Do for Mountain Bikers
Jun 19, 2004
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
Tons of Trails in Colorado Springs
May 27, 2004
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
Tsali is the Place to Ride
May 15, 2002
I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
East Side vs. West Side
Mar 30, 2002
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I've been skimming a number of <a href="http://haloscan.com/tb/richardmasoner/116898278664150881" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cycling-related blogs</a> lately and it seems like there is alot of recent talk about clipless pedals. Now I find myself weighing in on the subject, guess this is just how "news" travels in the blog age... I've been a big fan of clipless pedals for years now and I have to say I don't really buy into the idea that clipless pedals give you a huge pedaling efficiency advantage. One of the commentors on the above post mentioned a study that found little upstroke power in cycling and for me, this is definitely true (though my form is not professional grade by any means). For mountain bikers especially, there is often little time to focus on cadence and pedal strokes when bombing down steep terrain and jumping logs, let alone eeking out micro power from upward pedal motion. For me, the biggest reason for mountain bikers to use clipless pedals is for control. I've often compared mountain biking without cleats to skiing without being attached to your skis. The amount of control you have when clipped onto your bike is infinitely greater than when you're bouncing on top of the pedals and I have a hard time riding without being firmly attached to my bike. I would argue that adding clipless pedals to a mountain bike is the single most beneficial upgrade you can make to a bike, more than shocks or components or anything else. In fact my first mountain bike was a Bridgestone MB-5 (rigid fork) and I learned to ride clipless pedals on the mean trails of Georgia and North Carolina without a care in the world about front or rear suspension. Who needs springs when you can just bounce with the bike? <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image48" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Culture
Mountain bike jerks
Sep 13, 2001
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A cyclist riding a mountain bike along a dirt trail in a wooded area during late autumn, surrounded by bare trees and fallen leaves. The cyclist is wearing a red helmet and a pink shirt, actively navigating the path.
Mountain Bike Trails
Hidden Gems Found in Augusta, GA
Sep 13, 2001
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