13 Best Places to Mountain Bike in Connecticut

13 Best Places to Mountain Bike in Connecticut

With 6 out of 10 acres of Connecticut covered in forest finding a single track to ride your MTB is just a short pedal away. The state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is activitely cultivating mountain bike trails and pathways. Below are 13 of...
What is the Difference Between a Hybrid Bike and a Mountain Bike?

What is the Difference Between a Hybrid Bike and a Mountain Bike?

As much as it pains me to say it… I use my mountain bike more for commuting than actual trail riding. So, I was wondering if a hybrid bike might be better for me. This article will explain the difference between a Hybrid Bike and a Mountain Bike and who each type of...
What is Gravity Mountain Biking: Plus What You Need

What is Gravity Mountain Biking: Plus What You Need

For me, the sport of mountain biking has always been more about the experience itself while the health benefits were simply a bonus. So, does gravity mountain biking improve my experience? And… What is Gravity Mountain Biking? Gravity mountain biking is an exclusively...
What Should My Mountain Bike Tire Pressure Be?

What Should My Mountain Bike Tire Pressure Be?

I see other riders diligently checking their mountain bikes tire pressure and dialing in the perfect pressure for them before almost every ride I go on. I didn’t want to be the only one left out, and I want the best performance, so I researched what the best tire...
How to Clean Mountain Bike Disc Brakes

How to Clean Mountain Bike Disc Brakes

I spilled a little chain lube on my mountain bike’s rear disk brake when I was prepping it for an afternoon ride. I did not realize it at first but, as soon as I started riding I discovered my rear brake was not working. I wrote this guide to help anyone else who is...