Aaron is currently based out of the Jackson Hole region along the Southeast Idaho/Western Wyoming border. In addition to excessively riding his bike in the backcountry, he writes while pursuing a career in wildlife research and rehabilitation.
For mountain biking in the backcountry, 9 lightweight, inexpensive survival items that you probably don't have in your pack yet (but should) include a water filter, emergency bivvy or blanket, a dialed first aid kit, tape and zip ties, navigation tools, a spare battery pack, lights, a whistle, and fire starter and dryer lint.
Mountain biking in the backcountry can be challenging, and it can turn dangerous in an instant. Here are 11 critical skills that you should have before you head out on an adventure ride. They could very well prevent a ride from going from bad to deadly.
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Mountain biking lessons translate directly to life: tackle obstacles head-on, maintain momentum through challenges, and remember to enjoy the ride.
Bikepacking microadventures prove you don't need weeks off work to find epic experiences—just pedal out after work and sleep under the stars.
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"Escape the crowded start lines with these 11 remote races across the U.S., from 30-mile winter fat bike adventures to 750-mile desert expeditions."
The Big Hole Crest Trail in Idaho's Teton Valley delivers stunning alpine views and technical challenges, but navigational difficulties and grueling terrain make it truly epic.
A Forest Service worker transforms mandatory Monday shifts into epic bikepacking adventures, riding gravel roads and rail trails through Idaho's stunning Teton country.
After pedaling 700 miles across seven bikepacking trips, these hard-won lessons will help you pack lighter, ride smarter, and start your next adventure.
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On a budget and need one versatile ride? A used fat bike delivers year-round capability across dirt, rocks, sand, and snow without breaking the bank.
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**A first-time racer tackles 120 miles of backcountry gravel along Yellowstone's border on a fat bike, pushing through frozen feet and bear country.**
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Great tips for what to do if you encounter a bear while mountain biking.
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