John Fisch
I originally took up mountain biking in 2000 at the age of 35 because I spent all summer whining that I couldn't ski. However, the addiction soon took over and I now ride knobbies much more than I ride sticks. I'm a classic short attention span kind of guy and would generally ride an average trail for the first time than a great trail for the second time, and I will take every opportunity I can, short of ignoring the commitments of my family and day job, to seek out new trails, which is why my trails ridden list is so long.
Addressing common fears and concerns about the Human-Powered Travel in Wilderness Areas Act following supportive testimony.
on Jan 4, 2021
John tests the all new Mullet Honeymaker, a titanium hardtail mountain bike designed around a 29er wheel up front and a 27.5+ wheel in the rear.
on Jul 25, 2019
John re-learns what makes mountain biking in the southeast different from pretty much everywhere else on earth.
on Jun 6, 2019
Colorado resident John Fisch rides some of the best mountain bike trails in the southeast during one epic road trip.
on May 20, 2019
Mountain bikers, united with other low impact trail user groups, can greatly improve outdoor access and trail conditions.
on May 19, 2019
Share your comments with the USFS keep mountain bikers rolling in the Lewis & Clark National Forest, Montana.
on Sep 12, 2018
There are pros and cons to shuttling a mountain bike ride.
on Jul 16, 2018
Mountain bikers regain (possibly temporary) access to Montana trails that had been closed to bikes.
on Jul 6, 2018
The Uncompahgre National Forest in Colorado offers remote mountain bike trails worth visiting on your next trip.
on Jul 4, 2018
Traditionally mountain bikers have had free access to trails on public land, but these days more pay-to-play riding options are cropping up.
on May 11, 2018
The Dixie National Forest in Utah has great mountain bike trails to explore. Find the best MTB trails and campgrounds for a trip to Dixie NF.
on Apr 12, 2018
Plan ahead to avoid problems with broken bikes, bad weather, or injuries ruining a mountain bike vacation.
on Mar 23, 2018
The Fatback Corvus is fast and competent on everything from rocky, dry trails to groomed snow conditions. Designed to dominate the Iditarod Trail Invitational, this is a great fat bike for even a recreational rider.
on Mar 9, 2018
Mountain bikers have received a rare approval to ride on a trail in a National Park that was formerly only open to equestrians and hikers. A two-mile portion of the East Shore Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado is set to open to mountain bikes.
on Mar 2, 2018
The X-Alp Launch from Pearl Izumi is a new flat pedal version of the popular X-Alp. John puts the new shoes through the wringer in this gear review.
on Mar 2, 2018
Terrene's new race-inspired Cake Eater fat bike tire performs well both on dry land, and on groomed snow.
on Feb 15, 2018
5 of the best mountain bike trails in Tucson, Arizona include the 50-Year Trail, Arizona Trail, Fantasy Island, La Milagrosa, and Sweetwater Preserve
on Jan 2, 2018
In addition to gambling, Las Vegas is home to some top-notch desert mountain biking. The best bike trails in the area include Bootleg Canyon, the Blue Diamond Network, the Cowboy Trails, Little Red Rock Trail, and Mt. Charleston.
on Dec 27, 2017
The 10 best mountain bike trails in Cibola National Forest near Albuquerque and Gallup, New Mexico, include Otero Canyon, the Hilso Trail Network, Mt. Taylor, and more.
on Dec 21, 2017
Kansas City is home to some excellent mountain bike trails, including Blue River Parkway, Landahl Preserve, Shawnee Mission Park, Swope Park, Wyandotte County Lake, and more.
on Dec 15, 2017
The Sustainable Trails Coalition's bill in the House, which seeks to overturn the blanket ban on mountain bikes in Wilderness, is scheduled for a congressional hearing on December 7.
on Dec 5, 2017
Angeles National Forest is located right next to a massive urban population, but this enormous forest is home to some incredible mountain bike trails! The 10 best bike trails include the Mt. Wilson trail, Mt. Lowe, Chilao, and more.
on Dec 5, 2017
Here are five of the best mountain bike trails near Phoenix, Arizona: Black Canyon, Gold Canyon, Pass Mountain, Hawes Loop, and South Mountain.
on Nov 28, 2017
Sequoia National Forest is home to the largest trees in the world and tons of great mountain bike trails! Some of the best trails in the area include the Cannell Plunge and Just Outstanding.
on Nov 23, 2017
