Selecting the Best Mountain Bike Mini Pump: Don’t be Without it
Carrying around a full-size floor pump for my mountain bike is ridiculous but I still need something to fill up my tire when I get a flat on the trail or just need to fill up on the go. This is why I have decided to look into getting a mini pump to add to my “trail...
How to Remove and Install a Cassette on a Mountain Bike
I am getting my mountain bike ready for spring and, after taking it for a quick ride, I am realizing that the chain keeps slipping. This is happening when I change gears and sometimes just when I am riding normally. Below are the instructions on how to install a new...
7 Things a Mountain Biker Can Do to Prevent Chafing
For most mountain bikers, this time of year is the base season. This means that you should be spending lots of long, fun hours on the bike preparing your body to surprise you with strength in the season ahead. With long hours on the bike, however, come some other...
11 Ways to Make a Mountain Bike More Road Friendly
I’ve got an older hardtail Gary Fisher mountain bike that I dearly love. I’ve ridden it for thousands of miles, but with newer bikes in my fleet, the Fisher is collecting dust. I’ve decided to start a project to make this old friend a commuter road bike. I’ll be using...
How to Pack Your Mountain Bike Plus 7 MTB Travel Tips
A lot of athletes I know are travelling for the holidays and are watching their fitness vanish just as quickly as pumpkin pie on Christmas Eve. One of the more dedicated athletes that I coach asked me, “What’s the best way to pack a bike for air travel?” The best way...
What is the best mountain bike for older riders?
So, I’m in my 50’s, and I’m a little slower than I use to be (I’m young at heart though 😊). I have a full suspension MTB, but as I plan for mountain biking in the future I started wondering: What is the best mountain bike for older riders? The best mountain bike for...
Is Mountain Biking Considered an Extreme Sport?
I’m sure you’ve heard the saying before, “There are two types of mountain bikers: those that have crashed and those who will.” I’ve had my fair share of crashes and urgent care visits. When my friends see all of my scars they often ask, “Is mountain biking...
Is there a difference between men’s and women’s mountain bikes?
I’m looking to get a mountain bike for my daughter. I originally thought I’d just give her my old bike, but as I look around at MTBs I started wondering: Is there a difference between men's and women's mountain bikes? There are no real universal differences...
What is a Mountain Bike Rear Derailleur Hanger and How to Fix it
After taking a tumble my bike wasn’t shifting correctly. At the bike shop the tech said I needed a new derailleur hanger. I had no idea what he was talking about so I had him explain, WHAT IS A MOUNTAIN BIKE DERAILLEUR HANGER. A Rear Derailleur Hanger is a...