Dustin has written dozens of mountain bike product reviews and is an expert wheel builder living in Georgia. He's also served as a leader in his local trail advocacy group and as a bike event organizer.
A mid-pack racer's rebuttal: racing doesn't have to be expensive, stressful, or lonely—it can make you faster, introduce you to great trails, and motivate you to ride more.
The Yakima Highlite 3 is a solid hanging-style hitch rack, but platform racks offer easier loading and better frame compatibility for most riders.
NAHBS 2014 in Charlotte showcased master frame builders and stunning custom bikes, offering rare face-to-face access with the craftspeople behind handmade bicycle artistry.
After three months of thrashing NOX Composites XCR-29 carbon rims, they've proven to be stiff, light, durable, and confidence-inspiring on technical trail features.
This article compares the Gates Carbon Belt Drive system to traditional chains, offering insights for potential buyers in the cycling community.
When fall arrives in the Southeast, shorter days mean one thing: it's time to embrace night riding with friends on familiar trails.
Tullio Campagnolo's 1930 quick release revolutionized cycling, but does a thru-axle really make a difference on modern rigid mountain bike forks?
The USA-made steel VerHauen 29er hardtail delivers smooth ride quality, versatile sliding dropouts, and stable XC handling at half the price of titanium.
NOX Composites from Tennessee is bridging the gap between cheap generic carbon rims and boutique brands with their affordable XCR-29 rims.
Race promoters need well-defined backup plans for wet weather, including rescheduling options, refund policies, and alternate courses to protect trails from damage.
Mountain bike racing is fun, but when poor weather meets unsuitable trail conditions, races can destroy trails and leave volunteers with hundreds of hours of repair work.
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The USA-made titanium OptimusTi delivers stiff pedaling, smooth trail damping, and nimble handling in a premium hardtail that could be your last frame purchase.
Mountain biking's inherent paradox: we obsess over expensive machines, then systematically destroy them through the very activity they were designed for.
Twin Six's Deluxe long sleeve jersey and thermal bib knickers prove that quality winter cycling gear beats the arm-and-leg-warmers approach every time.
Stan's NoTubes Crest 29er rims are super light at 385g, but durability depends on rider weight and proper wheel building technique.
Thomson's new titanium handlebars offer rigid-bike riders a perfect balance of compliance and control, with premium durability that justifies the $250 price tag.
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A budget-friendly aluminum hardtail built with leftover parts and review components, this geared 29er handles mountain trips and long rides with surprising capability.
From pre-dawn weekend rides to muddy trails and snowy singletracks, one rider shares his deeply personal reasons for mountain biking year-round.
Greg's custom-built Vassago Jabberwocky single speed 29er with track ends, rigid carbon fork, and carefully selected components weighs just 23.4 pounds.
The 40-mile Black Bear Rampage strikes the perfect balance: challenging enough to test you on fast, flowy Tennessee trails without pure survival-mode suffering.
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**The Georgia State Single Speed Championships delivered hard racing, bacon breakfasts, and a fat bike flying through sandy beaches at Paynes Creek.**
A rainy road bike crash shakes a confident rider's mojo, serving as a harsh reminder to stay present and pay attention.
Twin Six offers high-performance cycling apparel with understated style—no loud logos or wild colors, just quality technical fabrics in minimalist designs.
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The Civilian Luddite is a burly, playful rigid single speed 29er that prioritizes fun over speed, offering impressive value at around $1,000.
We're testing the Civilian Luddite, a rigid steel singlespeed 29er with a carbon fork and clean design for just over a grand.
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**Nine essential tips from valve stem alignment to gorilla tape will have you looking like a seasoned pro on the trails this spring.**
The Fulcrum Red Metal 29 XL wheels are light, stiff, and durable with silent hubs and excellent tubeless compatibility—a premium Italian wheelset worth considering.
The Vee Rubber Mission is a fast-rolling, budget-friendly tire that excels in dry conditions but struggles in mud and loose terrain.
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The unique Slingshot Ripper 29er hardtail lacks a downtube but delivers surprising climbing performance and vertical compliance through its unconventional Sling Power system.
The Felt Nine Team carbon 29er hardtail offers telepathic handling and race-ready stiffness, though its $6,000 price tag seems steep compared to competitors.
We tested the new Shimano XT group and a hand-built titanium Lynskey on Georgia's granite slabs at the inaugural South East Bike Expo.
A personal story about attempting your first big mountain bike ride and discovering you're capable of more than you thought possible.
A redemption ride at Snake Creek Gap's second round sees a 51-minute improvement over a disastrous January race on Georgia's rockiest terrain.
The Slingshot Ripper 29 replaces the traditional downtube with a cable-and-spring system that's surprisingly stiff and actually rides like a normal bike.
Georgia DNR proposes a $2 trail fee for mountain bikers only at three state parks, sparking controversy over fairness and volunteer contributions.
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Mountain biker tackles his first cyclocross race on a full-suspension MTB, discovering that skinny-tired mayhem through tight corners is seriously addictive fun.
Setting up a home bike shop makes it easy to perform basic maintenance on your bike.
Fulcrum's top-shelf Red Metal 29 XL wheelset goes on test, featuring tubeless aluminum rims, straight-pull spokes, and unique MoMag nipple installation technology.
Learn to master the speed hop technique for clearing logs smoothly and safely without slowing down or damaging your chainring on the trail.
Fall riding brings leaf-covered, slippery trails – dial in your bike with aggressive tires, sealed cables, and proper lube for optimal performance.
Three Singletracks bloggers team up for the Baker's Dozen 13-hour race at Horn Creek, a laid-back event emphasizing fun over competition.
Specialized's Purist WaterGate bottle features silicon dioxide infusion for pure taste and a squeeze-activated valve, while their Rib and Zee cages actually retain bottles.
Custom steel 29er hardtail honors fallen rider JT Tisdale, with 10% of proceeds supporting his children's education fund.
Don't let a preventable mechanical ruin months of training; here's how to prep your mountain bike for race day success.
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**North Georgia's Fool's Gold 50 delivers 7,000 feet of climbing through forest roads and sweet singletrack including Turner Creek and Bull Mountain.**
The WTB LaserDisc Trail 29er wheelset proves bombproof and stiff through months of aggressive riding, but weight and price may deter some riders.
Converting any mountain bike to singlespeed is relatively simple and a basic conversion generally costs less than $50. Here's what you need to get rolling.
Singlespeed mountain biking isn't nearly as hard as you think. To prove it I put 5 non-SSers on mine and got their thoughts on the experience.
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