In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Matt, Gerow, and Jeff talk about what enduro is, and why it matters to the sport of mountain biking. From athletes and races to bikes and gear, enduro is a reflection of how many of us approach riding.
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I enjoyed this overview on Enduo, but do want to comment on one idea put forward. While practicing riding fast downhill is certainly a critical component of being a successful enduro racer, I would qualify the idea of using Strava or other timing method to push the limits on your local trails. A bike park, downhill specific trails, or remote areas would be a great choice for this, but hauling ass down a muti-use or popular local trail is a great way to hurt somebody or at the very least reinforce a bad stereotype of mountain bikers. Like it or not, most trails are shared trails, and not appropriate for shooting for KOM on the downhills. I am in awe of the skills of many top riders, but I think that even when you are on an “Enduro” ride, pinning it on the downhill without regard for other users is a great way to loose trail access.