A second chance at Grand Mesa's grueling Flowing Park trail reveals stunning wildflower meadows and epic views worth enduring 14 miles of relentless lava rock.
Escape Grand Junction's summer heat with an epic five-hour Crested Butte loop featuring wildflowers, technical climbs, and sweet flowing descents.
Volunteers armed with McLeods and Rogues carved new singletrack through Grand Mesa's rocky, root-filled terrain to expand the Mesa Top connector trail.
Summertime mountain bikers require plenty of water for long, hot, dusty rides, and what better way to carry that water than with a sweet Osprey hydration backpack?
Looking to lighten your pack load for better climbing? We weighed our mountain bike packs and compared essential gear versus nice-to-haves for short rides.
The Sombrio Burst long sleeve jersey offers generous FRD fit, moisture-wicking fabric, and packable versatility for cool-weather rides and high-altitude adventures.
Grand Junction's Lunch Loop expands by 130 acres as volunteers build new trails through the Three Sisters area for hiking and biking.
Captain Ahab features technical slickrock climbing and flowing descents with stunning La Sal Mountain views, but skip it if you don't love grippy rock challenges.
Nola took this photo a few weeks ago when she was out at 18 Road in Fruita for the dedication ceremony of our newest trail, "MoJoe."
Gooseberry Mesa offers miles of slickrock singletrack with epic Zion views, plus dispersed camping and nearly year-round riding near St. George, Utah.
Sombrio Cartel's women's mountain bike apparel looked too cool to be functional, but their baggies, jerseys, and jackets proved both stylish and performance-ready.
When people speak of Fruita, to me they're talking about a larger area that actually encompasses 5 distinct bike areas and three towns with great apres-bike food and brews.
Giro's Xara helmet and Xena gloves prove their worth on first ride of the season with lightweight comfort and breathable protection.
Cold weather stalls riding in Grand Junction, but new Giro Xena gloves with touchscreen tech and Xara helmet await warmer trail days ahead.
Learn how to replace disc brake pads on your mountain bike with this step-by-step tutorial using Shimano hydraulic brakes as an example.
Butterknife is a shared-use trail that begins about 5.5 miles up Little Park Road near Grand Junction.
Giro's LA DND gloves, Classic Racer socks, and Manta shoes proved so comfortable during a Thanksgiving ride that I forgot they were new.
The Ribbon trail offers Grand Junction's longest rock ride, descending from Little Park Road through technical features like the notorious "Toilet Bowl" section.
The Moxie Cycledelic jersey's fitted design with built-in sports bra and moisture-wicking fabric delivers unexpected freedom of movement and cool comfort on the trail.
Conquer intimidating technical features with these five essential tips shouted from experienced riders who've already cleaned the gnarliest sections.
Wildskins arm warmers offer colorful style with thumbholes and key pockets, but lack thermal lining for serious cold-weather mountain biking.
A summer road trip hitting classic California trails: Downieville's rocky descents battling swarms of flies, then Tahoe's stunning Flume and Rim trails.
Utah's legendary Wasatch Crest Trail delivers 20 miles of mostly downhill singletrack with technical features, stunning fall colors, creek crossings, and unforgettable alpine views.
Grand Junction's technical Lunch Loop trail system offers challenging terrain close to town, featuring rocky climbs, cliff-edge riding, and spring wildflowers.
Crested Butte's mellow Lupine Trail offers rolling singletrack, bermed turns, and aspen groves, perfect for a fun intermediate loop without punishing climbs.
From Gooseberry Mesa's white-dot slickrock to Bunker Creek's descents, Utah's diverse trails keep calling this rider back for more epic adventures.
The new PBR trail at 18 Road offers three miles of non-stop downhill with rollers and berms, while Palisade Rim gets easier trailhead access.
After two failed attempts and a three-year break, I conquered the challenging Turkey Flats trail with better endurance, equipment, and skills.
When Grand Junction hits triple digits, escape to higher elevations where cooler temps and epic Colorado singletrack await just a few hours away.
Western Colorado offers diverse riding for every mood: technical challenges at Tabeguache, flowing Kokopelli classics, and scenic 18 Road loops worth repeating.
The Ritchey WCS Lady saddle's thin profile raised concerns, but after testing on Fruita's rockiest trails, it proved surprisingly comfortable and 160 grams lighter.
Escape the crowds of Fruita and Grand Junction with a long weekend exploring Phil's World in Cortez and Durango's Telegraph Trail system.
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Escape the spring crowds in Fruita with these four lesser-known trails offering scenic views, technical challenges, and peaceful solitude on Colorado's Western Slope.
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A first-timer joins the Singletrack Sisters for an evening ride at Fruita's 18 Road, discovering the benefits of riding with an all-abilities women's group.
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