How To Thread Your Way Through Tight MTB Trails
Squeezing your mountain bike bars through tight spots on the trail can be tricky. These tips from skills coach Jason Gainey can help.
The Whens and Whys of Mountain Bike Gear Shifting [Beginner Tips]
When it comes to mountain bike shifting, even the basics can be a little confusing at first. This should get you sorted.
When To Drop (and Raise) Your Bike Saddle [Beginner Tips]
A new rider asks, “How do I know when to put my saddle down or up, and how much should I push it down?”
Do You Like Watching MTB Crash Videos?
With cameras available on virtually every ride, mountain bike crash videos have exploded in number. But not everyone is a fan.
When Should I Lock Out My MTB Shock or Fork?
Tips for deciding when it’s best to use the lockout on your mountain bike fork or shock, and when it’s ok to leave it alone.
How to Know if You’re Overtraining with Coach Dee Tidwell
We ask professional coach Dee about overtraining, cardio, eMTB fitness, strength training, and if mountain biking is the new golf.
Advice on Arm Pump, Saddle Tilt, Oval Chain Rings, and Cleat Placement — MTB Biomechanics with Dr. Adam Phaneuf
We check in with Dr. Adam Phaneuf to learn more about bike fitting and mountain bike biomechanics.
How to Ride Roots Without Wrecking
Wet or dry, roots can be intimidating when mountain biking.
4 Bodyweight Moves to Increase Strength for Mountain Biking
Mountain bikers can do these four exercises at home without weights to maintain some semblance of strength during the off season and not fall completely off the fitness wagon.
The Advantages of Starting on a Hardtail: Real Versus Imagined
Whether it’s a rite of passage, a less-expensive way to test the waters, or an opportunity for building skills, mountain bikers have opinions about starting on a hardtail.
When is it Too Smoky to Mountain Bike?
With wildfires and smoke seemingly becoming more common, we ask an expert how to determine when conditions are healthy enough for riding bikes.
Should All New Mountain Bikers Start Riding on a Hardtail?
Some have argued that key mountain bike handling skills are gained by starting out on a hardtail.
