Join MORE's annual Christmas trail ride at Rosaryville State Park with decorated bikes, funnel cakes, mulled wine, and prizes for festive riders.
Blackburn's tiny Flea lights weigh just 20 grams each, recharge magnetically from any AA battery, and provide surprisingly bright illumination for night riding.
Mountain bike gear reviews get easier with new dashboard showing ownership stats, wish lists, and integrated blog reviews all in one place.
A UK mountain biker dressed as Minnie Mouse broke her ankle during a fancy dress ride, proving costumes and technical trails don't mix.
We take to the trails and review the Garmin Edge 705 cycling GPS.
Zoic's women's mountain bike clothing offers feminine style without the pink overload, plus eco-friendly fabrics and a perfect fit for petite riders.
A Georgia bike shop collects and refurbishes used mountain bikes year-round to donate to foster children and families in need during the holidays.
We put Blackburn's new high-volume Mammoth 2Stage mini-pump head-to-head against the classic model to see which pump reigns supreme.
The Mega Avalanche sends 400 riders simultaneously down 8,500 vertical feet of snowy, rocky terrain in the ultimate mass-start downhill race.
Mountain biking inspires unique art forms, from tire-tread pottery and action paintings to functional pieces made from recycled bike parts and frames.
Tifosi's affordable interchangeable sunglasses deliver sporty performance and street style, with the Dea offering feminine flair and Torrent providing easy lens changes.
Get $250 off select Ellsworth mountain and road bikes through December 31, 2008—a sweet deal to end the year riding in style.
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**Sheep droppings contaminated with campylobacter bacteria sickened 161 mountain bikers in Wales after mud splashed onto their water bottles during a soggy marathon race.**
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**Style notes:** This follows Singletracks' direct, informative approach while highlighting the key facts (what happened, how many affected, the cause, and the mechanism of infection).
Shop Cyber Monday deals with our MTB holiday gift guide featuring unique items for every budget, including Singletracks subscriptions and bike-part hangers.
Dakine's Cross X full-finger gloves combine five specialized materials to deliver superior grip, impact protection, and all-weather functionality for aggressive mountain bikers.
The updated Singletracks GPS Activity Tracker makes uploading, editing, and sharing your ride data easier with enhanced features for tracking all your activities.
The Novara Arosa long sleeve jersey offers moisture-wicking warmth, feminine fit, and versatile layering options for cool-weather trail riding at great value.
Cannondale partners with GE Money to offer consumer financing for Cannondale, GT, Mongoose, and Schwinn bikes starting January 2009.
SORBA Atlanta partners with the National Park Service to rebuild Sope Creek trails and add 4-5 miles of new singletrack by 2010.
The massive Camelbak H.O.S.S. hydration pack converted this former pack-hater with its ventilated design, rock-solid stability, and waterproof storage for serious gear hauling.
The laid-back Tour de Tryptophan 24-hour race in Fullerton, California helps riders burn off Thanksgiving dinner while raising funds for charity.
Burn off Thanksgiving calories at this weekend's XC and Super D race at Vail Lake Resort near Temecula, California.
IMBA shares best practices for building durable wooden freeride features like ladder bridges, jumps, and teeter-totters that challenge riders while maximizing longevity.
From high-end full-suspension rigs to GPS units and Fox forks, here are the most wished-for mountain bike items on Singletracks this year.
Trek launches two chainless commuter bikes under $1,000 using carbon belt drive technology that's lighter, longer-lasting, and maintenance-free compared to traditional chains.
Calfee Design's $2,695 bamboo mountain bike frame promises superior performance and sustainability, potentially revolutionizing bike construction like carbon fiber did in the 90s.
The Stinky Spoke Poker Run challenges riders with a 16-mile winter loop collecting playing cards, with proceeds benefiting therapeutic riding programs.
South African bike maker Morewood sets up US operations in North Carolina, offering hand-built downhill and freeride frames backed by national championship wins.
SRAM's new XX component group promises lightweight, high-end performance for cross-country riders, possibly featuring a 2x10 drivetrain launching mid-2009.
NORBA introduces new cross-country racing categories for 2009, featuring automatic advancement after five top-5 finishes to combat sandbagging in amateur competition.
Lance Armstrong wins the Rocky Hill Roundup in Texas, his third consecutive victory since announcing his return to professional cycling in September.
Eric Barone's 101 mph crash gets plenty of views, but Markus Stoeckl actually holds the mountain bike speed record at 130.7 mph.
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Becoming a professional mountain bike guide requires more than just riding skills—you'll need patience, people skills, first aid training, and serious business acumen.
Dorel profits soar 142%, new US interstate bike routes approved, dog bike helmets debut, and Cleveland's experimental MTB trails face uncertain future.
Most mountain bike food discussions center around nutrition and trail snacks like Clif Bars, Gu, and Power Shots but honestly - most of us only eat that junk because we need quick,…
# Follow the Sun: Mountain Bikers Can Chase Ideal Conditions from California to Australia
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When winter hits, follow the sun south for prime riding conditions, from less-crowded Fresno trails to Australia's expanding trail networks.
Mountain bikers turned out in force at a Chattahoochee River NRA planning meeting, making up more than half the attendees and speakers.
Last weekend the mountain bikers in Wenatchee, WA held the 9th annual Darkside nighttime MTB race to mark the unofficial end of the riding season. Sure, the days are getting shorter and…
Data from Singletracks members reveals surprising regional preferences: West Coast riders favor dual suspension while East Coast and Midwest mountain bikers prefer hardtails.
Rediscovering mountain biking's roots by building a retro "Klunker" cruiser proves that soul and fun don't require high-tech components or suspension.
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Which presidential candidate would you ride: a funny look at the 2008 election through the lens of bicycle types.
A few mountain bike news items to peruse this morning: Mountain biker wins Xterra off-road triathlon World Championship: 24-year-old Spanish mountain biker Ruben Ruzafa won the Xterra World Championship off road triathlon…
Eric Carter and Melissa Buhl claimed overall Jeep 48Straight series titles and brand new Grand Cherokees at the San Luis Obispo finale this weekend.
Looking to diversify your portfolio? This 24-karat gold-plated, Swarovski crystal-encrusted track bike costs $124,888 and includes free worldwide delivery.
Temporary MTB short track set up for Sea Otter Classic. How cool is this: Bannerman High in Baillieston, Scotland just opened a $65K mountain bike track for students to hone their skills…
We just don't hear enough about mountain biking in the midwest if you ask me. The Minneapolis Examiner published an article about mountain biking the Cable, Wisconsin area trails where the author…
Outside Magazine ran an in-depth article about the development of the 2009 Specialized Epic S-Works that's well worth the read, though sadly it's only available in the print edition. According to the…
Photo: The Gazette, Justin Edmonds How have I not heard about this before? According to an article in the Colorado Springs Gazette there are pixie bike races all over the US every…
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