I’ve been running a standard seat post (aka; analog dropper) since, well forever. I’ve yet to own a dropper post on any of my bikes. And with droppers being all the rage…
Tag: mt bike
When Should I Replace my MTB Tires?
It’s been a couple of seasons since I replaced my tires, and since viewing a whole slew of gnarly crashes that were the result of a tire blowing mid-trail, I wondered when…
Best Tool Kits for Mt. Biking
For the better part of my life, I have had the fortune of having access to a pretty good collection of hand tools at all times. This benefit comes from having both…
14 + 1 Tips For Extending The Life of Your Mt. Bike Fork
A mountain bikes suspension is arguably one of the most important components that play a hand in overall ride performance. Your bike’s suspension allows it to essentially float over dips, whoops, rocks…
Find the Right Size Grips for Your Mountain Bike.
Grips are arguably one of the most vital components in making or breaking a great ride. Along with the other contact point items, pedals and saddle, a great set of grips can…
Am I Too Old to Mountain Bike?
As I get older, a little wiser, crash and get a little banged up now and then, I catch myself wondering if there is such a thing as ‘too old’ for mountain…
Do I Need Fenders for Mountain Biking?
Living in the Pacific North West, or the PNW as we like to call it makes for some wet and muddy rides. Being blasted in the face with mud while hammering down…
Do I Need a Full Face Helmet for Mountain Biking?
As I continue to push the limits of my riding and experience the ‘growing pains’ of mountain biking (aka; wiping out), it has become quite apparent to me that my open face…
Do I Need A Neckbrace for Mountain Biking?
As my son becomes more and more interested in mountain biking, that ‘protective parent’ in me has been kicking in lately and has me pondering “should he wear a neck brace while…
Are Mountain Bike Shoes Worth It?
I might ditch the clips, but I’ll never lose my shoes. Mountain bike shoes are 100% irrefutably worth it. I’m an entry to mid-level rider at best, and I’m good with that….