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Environment
on Sep 9, 2020
Stop and Smell the Maple: A Mountain Biker's Guide to Nature
by Brian Gerow
The bold green leaves that cast shade on trails through the summer months will soon shift to a partial rainbow...
Environment
on Jul 21, 2020
Stop and Smell the Mountain Laurel (But Please Don't Eat it)
by Jeff Barber
For many mountain bikers, mountain laurel is a plant that's closely identified with some of the best mountain bike trails...
Culture
on Jun 29, 2020
Stop and Smell the Hemlock: A Mountain Biker's Guide to Nature
by Brian Gerow
A few things mountain bikers might not know about the Hemlock tree.
Opinion
on Apr 21, 2020
When Mountain Biking Fully Re-opens, Can we Aim for Something Better than Normal? [Opinion]
by Brian Gerow
There's a lot of talk about getting back to normal after the pandemic, but can we learn from this pause...
Opinion
on Mar 10, 2020
Finding Focus On the Trail Ahead When Your Brain Is Occupied Elsewhere [Three Deep Breaths]
by Brian Gerow
Life's distractions can mean the end of a good time on the bike. Here is yet another way to focus...
Culture
on Feb 21, 2020
Silent Trail Tillers: Wild Boar Shape and Aerate MTB Trails in Their Forested Habitat
by Brian Gerow
Mountain bikers around the world interact with wild boars, and some have found positive ways to work with the forest...
Culture
on Feb 13, 2020
Listen to the Aspens Quake: A Mountain Biker's Guide to Nature
by Brian Gerow
Many popular mountain bike trails weave in and out of aspen groves. We investigate to learn more about this unique...
News
on Nov 14, 2019
REI Co-op Takes OptOutside Stance Toward Black Friday one Step Further
by Brian Gerow
REI takes OptOutside one step further for 2019 and adds events for consumers to participate in, rather than shopping.
Advocacy
on Oct 15, 2019
Stop and Smell the Blackberries (Then, Kill Them): A Mountain Biker's Guide to Nature
by Brian Gerow
For many trail users around the globe, Himalayan blackberry vines pose a familiar and occasionally painful nuisance. Here's a little...
Mountain Bike Podcast
on Sep 30, 2019
A Mountain Biker's Guide to Nature [Podcast]
by Jeff Barber
Most, if not all mountain bikers are nature lovers too. The Singletracks crew shares their stoke for the natural environment,...
Videos
on Sep 25, 2019
Watch: Escape From the Ordinary - Get Inspired to Take a Quick, Overnight Escape
by Video Share
A short film about a quick escape from daily life, exploring hidden places by bike in search of that sense...
Opinion
on Sep 11, 2019
Go Outside, Transform Your Life: The Power of Outside 365
by Greg Heil
Greg sets a goal to be active outdoors every single day for a year. After many fits and starts, he...
Trails
on May 31, 2019
Stop and Smell the Stinging Nettle: Silicate Needles Can Pump Chemicals into Bikers' Skin, but the Plant is Also Super Useful
by Brian Gerow
When not eating or steeping nettle, humans have used its fibrous stalks to make ship sails, ropes, nets, and nearly...
Culture
on May 29, 2019
Three Deep Breaths: How to Connect With the Forest That Surrounds Our Beloved Trails
by Brian Gerow
Spending a few quiet minutes alongside the trail might improve your ride, your understanding and love for nature, and possibly...
Culture
on Apr 11, 2019
Stop and Smell the Oak: A Mountain Biker's Guide To Nature
by Brian Gerow
Oak trees are native to six of the seven continents on earth, so chances are you have mountain biked among...
Culture
on Mar 1, 2019
Stop and Smell the Pine: A Mountain Biker's Guide to Nature
by Brian Gerow
As mountain bikers, we spend a lot of time around pine trees, but how much do we actually know about...
Culture
on Feb 26, 2019
Three Deep Breaths: Exploring the Mental Health Benefits of Mountain Biking
by Brian Gerow
There's little doubt that mountain biking can improve mental health. Three Deep Breaths is a series that will explore the...
Videos
on Jan 25, 2019
Watch: Calvin Huth Inspires Through Film
by Video Share
One of the most chill -- and inspiring -- MTB videos you'll watch this year.
Culture
on Dec 21, 2018
Stop And Smell The Fir Trees: A Mountain Biker's Guide to Nature
by Brian Gerow
Mountain bikers ride past fir trees regularly, but seldom take the time to get to know these mighty trees. Learn...
Culture
on Oct 24, 2018
Stop and Smell the Larch: A Mountain Biker's Guide to Nature
by Brian Gerow
Mountain bikers often speed through nature, rarely taking the time to appreciate or understand the natural beauty around them. Learn...
Culture
on May 4, 2018
Viewing Wildflowers by Mountain Bike: A Wheeled Wildflower Wander
by Maureen Gaffney
A group mountain bike ride on Mt. Tam. in Marin County, CA showcases the incredible wildflowers. Mountain bikers can be...
Mountain Bike Podcast
on Mar 19, 2018
Listen: Wildlife Encounters on the Mountain Bike
by Jeff Barber
Wildlife encounters are a part of mountain biking. We talk about our own run-ins with animals on the trail, and...
User Photo
on Nov 30, 2017
Photo by ivy.no.poison
Nothing beats a breathtaking sunset view after a great riding
Videos
on Aug 10, 2017
Watch: Riding the Highest Mountain in Colorado - 14,439-Foot Mt. Elbert
by Video Share
From 9,600 ft up to 14,439 ft and back down. One of the sickest and toughest rides we've done. Getting......
Videos
on Jun 16, 2017
Watch: Clippin' Bars on the Larison Rock Trail - Oakridge, Oregon
by Video Share
One of our favorite trails from Oakridge. Larison Rock had a little bit more character than trails like Alpine or......
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