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Was once at a trail head in southern Utah and noticed a nail in my tire. When I came back it was pulled out and had to use my bicycle pump on it, 600 strokes later, I’d never leave my keys.
Copper Canyon is popular as a destination. Not been there.
Lights are cheap and numerous choices on Ebay.
I’m 68 and got a new Turner Flux 3 years ago. I can descend on it faster than I ever have and it climbs great. Progressive geometry and larger wheels make a huge difference.
It’s getting close to winter. Colorado Springs and Pueblo have many trails. Warmest part of Front Range.
If the Diamondback has larger than 26″ wheels you’ll be happier. It will be faster and roll over obstacles much easier than a 26″ wheeled bike. It should also have more modern, progressive geometry which helps descending, a lot.
In my 30-40s I had awful lower back pain often. A physical therapist taught me an easy adjustment for hip dysplasia that I can do in a second or two, even while riding. Start sitting on the edge of your bed or anywhere you can let your legs hang at a right angle and compare your heals. Whichever one is lower twist your torso towards the lower heal and then check the alignment. This easy adjustment changed my life and now I don’t have back pain and don’t see a chiropractor 20+ times a year, maybe once every 2 years!
Walking my dogs a storm hit and ball lighting the size of a volleyball flashed 30′ away. Got the dogs home fast. Lost a friend to lightning when he was 23 in Colorado, on horseback.
Lost a friend struck by lightning on his horse in Colorado decades ago. RIP Doug Kirby. He was only 23.
Simple, ride with groups like mountain biking clubs and internet biking groups. You get to talk at every break and after rides.
Try The Pro’s Closet. Bought a Turner Flux from them and it came quickly. Great machine but pay attention to the build as the fork isn’t the best.
My seat is about 2″ higher and I’m 67. Turner Flux is a great climber and descending bike at 27.1 lb.
Have long legs.
Just last weekend I went to southern Arizonas tallest mountain, Mt Graham, the Pinelenos Mountains. It was a cardiac test as I have my second heart surgery planned next June. Hate summer in the desert so the best time to be out of comission, for months. Dr will crack my chest open again and at 48 it took over a month to do much, now at 67 it’ll be tougher. Mountain biking at 9000’+ was a test to see if I can ski this winter and elevations effects. The trail was washed out from strong summer rains and baby heads were everywhere along with steep climbs and a hardly used trail. When I got to the top of the climb there’s a sweet view point of the Sulphur Springs Valley, Galiuro Mountains and more. From there is cell reception so I could call my girlfriend and tell her I am ready for ski season. My 27.1 pound Turner Flux climbs like a goat and descends like a dream, with an old goat on the pedals.
I bought a Stans ZTR Crest rim (aluminum), then bought carbon rims. The weight difference was NOT worth the extra money and only noticeable at first yet the Stans rims are much cheaper. $400 wasted on one wheel. Have the Stans rim sitting but it’s 27.5. Could most likely find a bargain on Ebay.
When you ride a modern trail bike with modern geometry you will get it. At 66 I’m descending faster than ever! Your weight should be figured into what you buy as bigger guys need tougher parts. At 140 pounds nothing ever breaks. 1 broken chain in 60 years of biking!
I love my full suspension but have a bad back and live where it’s rocky. Age doesn’t help. If young and have a good back stick with a hard tail. I’d also suggest a 27.5 at your height. I weight just 5 pounds more, nothing will break. Bikes are built to handle heavier people. Broke 1 chain in 59 years of biking. You will always find better deals with used bikes but it helps to have someone with you who can point out the good and bad parts. Look for a bike with progressive geometry. Stay away from 26″ wheels, big penalty in what it will roll over and speed.
Maybe 25F. Living in Tucson there’s just no need to ride when cold, just wait a few hours. Winter riding paradise, 600+ miles of trails. But when it is cold I get out the ski gloves, not very nimble. SWOBO merino wool tights and Ibex wool top. Wool socks are a must. 68 at 9am today, when started a ride. Spring flowers starting to bloom.
I had a life time subscription, part of what put them out of business. Always a fun read, read it for 15 years.
I thought my ’04 Turner Burner was bike lust worthy but when I bought the ’17 Turner Flux with 27.5 wheels and progressive geometry the old Burner became my road bike. The larger wheels are just plain faster and go over rocks and roots sooo much easier that at 66 I’m descending faster than ever. Time for a new or at least modern bike!
Explore more MTB destinations. Espically in Colorado, Nevada, California and more of Arizona. Winter riding is best in AZ.
