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Beginners
1 week ago
5 Reasons I'm Grateful I Sustained An MTB Injury
by Richard Shoop
Mountain bike injuries can be devastating, both physically and mentally. Yet, there often is a bright side.
Beginners
2 weeks ago
3 Simple Things You Can Do To Enhance Another Rider's Experience
by Richard Shoop
Sometimes the best thing about mountain biking is the community. Enhance it by taking these recommended steps on your next...
Opinion
on Oct 13, 2019
Who Got You Into Mountain Biking?
by Jeff Barber
Chances are if you're reading this, you're a mountain biker. And there's probably someone who first introduced you to the...
Beginners
on Oct 2, 2019
Pro Skills: How to Have a Good Mountain Bike Ride With Your Partner, Featuring Syd Schulz and Macky Franklin
by Matt Miller
Professional mountain bike racers and couple Syd Schulz and Macky Franklin give us their best advice for having a great...
Beginners
on Sep 27, 2019
5 Lessons I Learned From My First Mountain Biking Trip
by Richard Shoop
A whole new world of mountain biking opens up when you venture beyond your local trails. Richard shares the things...
Beginners
on Sep 19, 2019
What's With This Other Rebound Knob on my New Mountain Bike Fork? Set Up and Ride Tips for High and Low Speed Rebound
by Brian Gerow
The high speed and low speed rebound adjustment on Fox's Grip2 damper is a sweet feature that can help you...
Videos
on Aug 22, 2019
Watch: How To Mountain Bike Wet Roots and Rocks, with Jackson Goldstone
by Video Share
Jackson shares his best tips on how to ride when it's rainy and wet, even on rocky and rooty, off-camber...
Beginners
on Aug 14, 2019
Fear-Less: 3 Things That Can Help You Control The Fears You Struggle With When Mountain Biking
by Richard Shoop
"If you aren't able to be scared, you either haven't been hurt or you're completely ignorant."
Beginners
on Aug 7, 2019
Why do Mountain Bike Clubs Exist? 4 Key Functions
by Richard Shoop
What does a mountain bike club do? We explain four key functions.
Opinion
on Aug 4, 2019
How Much $$ Did You Spend on Your First Mountain Bike? [Survey]
by Jeff Barber
Research suggests most riders will spend $500 or less on their first mountain bike. How much did you spend on...
Beginners
on Aug 2, 2019
5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Taking A Vacation From Riding
by Richard Shoop
Everyone needs time off from the bike. Richard gives us five reasons why mountain bikers should take a break every...
Mountain Bike Podcast
on Jul 29, 2019
Listen: Mountain Biking for Beginners - How to Get Started
by Jeff Barber
In this interview, I talk about trying mountain biking for the first time, trail dos and don'ts, how to shop...
Singletracks
on Jul 9, 2019
Just Getting Started? Pick Up These Everyday Riding Essentials
by Singletracks Staff
These mountain bike product picks are great for beginners just getting started.
Videos
on Jun 3, 2019
Watch: Beginner MTB Mistakes and How To Avoid Them
by Global Mountain Bike Net
Neil and Blake show you some common mountain bike mistakes and how you can avoid them.
Videos
on May 29, 2019
Watch: 5 Basic Mountain Bike Skills with Leigh Donovan
by Global Mountain Bike Net
A solid foundation of basic skills is a key component of becoming a better mountain biker. Leigh Donovan shares 5...
Gear
on May 28, 2019
How to Use Tubeless Mountain Bike Tire Plugs | How to Plug a Hole in a Bike Tire
by Jeff Barber
We show you how to use mountain bike tire plugs to seal tubeless tire punctures quickly and easily.
Videos
on May 27, 2019
Watch: Ride THROUGH mud pits, NOT around them
by Seth's Bike Hacks
Ride through puddles and mud pits on the same course as the trail. Try to find a dry route around...
Opinion
on May 15, 2019
Crashing Bikes is a Learning Experience [MTB Skills]
by Brian Gerow
Crashing is a form of failure, and without failure, mountain bikers often don't learn new things.
Trails
on Apr 25, 2019
Five2Ride: 5 of the Best Beginner Mountain Bike Trails in Phoenix
by Ray Southwick
These are five of the best beginner mountain bike trails in the Phoenix area.
Beginners
on Apr 2, 2019
5 Keys To A Healthier, Longer-Lasting Mountain Bike
by Richard Shoop
The way a rider treats their mountain bike will affect its lifespan. Here are five things you can do to...
Beginners
on Mar 21, 2019
Pro Skills: Smart MTB Recovery Featuring Payson McElveen
by Matt Miller
In this first Pro Skills article, we get advice on recovery from endurance mountain biker Payson McElveen.
Training
on Mar 20, 2019
How to Use Energy and Recovery Products Before, During, and After a Mountain Bike Ride
by Dillon Osleger
Dillon shares his strategy for fueling before, during, and after the ride, and provides a sample template for varying mountain...
Beginners
on Mar 5, 2019
How to Ride Clipless Mountain Bike Pedals: Transitioning from Flats
by Matt Miller
Want to make the move from flat pedals to clipless? Don't worry, it's easy. This article covers the basics from...
Trails
on Mar 4, 2019
4 Reasons Why You Should Be A Fan Of Flow Trails for Mountain Biking
by Richard Shoop
Richard argues that flow trails deserve equal billing alongside gnarly, technical mountain bike trails.
Beginners
on Feb 19, 2019
Mountain Bike Race Prep Tips: Event Logistics to Know Before You Go
by Brian Gerow
Mountain bike race logistics take planning and preparation, especially if it's your first time. These tips will get you to...
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