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Bike Shop Tales: The Bike Acquisition Syndrome Part II
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Yesterday
Working in a bicycle shop, loving to ride bicycles, and not having many "in the stable" can be a recipe for a "feeding frenzy".............. Last week I went over how I acquired my steel, front suspended hard tail rig. Well, in the same year, I ended up getting my first "real" road bike. Oh sure........ I had a "road bike shaped object" at one time. One of those 70's era ten speed things that were horrifically heavy… Full Story »
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Blogger Mountain Biking For That Daredevils
blogger.articledirectory.site40.net via @kokolinda9 &bull Mar 8, 2010Mountain bikes have became more of a fun sport than a generalized game of biking, which we used to watch on TV. Mountain biking may be the most adventurous sports ever played. These cyclers have millions of fans who spend their time watching the game and wanted to be like them as well. This exhilarating sport which could be dangerous for individuals who aren't expert of mountain biking has… Full Story »
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Ramping up.
Official Website of Jeff Kerkove &bull Mar 7, 2010
We need about a week of solid sunshine and wind to dry things up. So, the substitute is the mtb on the road. The OC race course has a pretty aggressive profile and is unrelenting, so today (above profile) was… Full Story »
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I guess this is the peak
Up in Alaska &bull Mar 5, 2010
I only had one goal for this weekend, and that was to do a lot of biking. This was my weekend to "peak" my rather scattershot training for the White Mountains 100, but I figured it was time to finally buckle down and put some long hours in the saddle. I tried to get all of my chores done during the week just so I would have all day to ride and all night to relax and visit friends on Thursday and Friday. I was aiming for 12-14 hours of pedaling over two days. And since the weather was forecast… Full Story »
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How To Progress Into More Aggressive Riding
Mountain Biking by 198 &bull Feb 25, 2010
I received a great email from a reader yesterday wondering how to get into more aggressive FR/DH riding from an XC background. The question seems like a simple one, but nerves can start to get the best of you as you look at obstacles and covers of Bike Magazine. So how does a rider that… Full Story »
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Halo Dirt Jump Wheels - Single speed security
Pinkbike.com &bull Feb 25, 2010
Not too long ago I was in need of some new wheels for my street bike, a baby blue Tonic. I was looking for something on the strong side but reasonably priced at the same time. Enter Halo and their lineup of hubs and rims. Inside you'll find more info on the Combat rims, DJD single speed cassette hub, and their 20mm Spin Doctor front hub,as well as a great riding video.Read On... A set of wheels is made up of 3 basic components. The first items are… Full Story »
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Huffy Blackwater Men’s 26
mountainbiking.ilearnedithere.com via @ILearnedItHere &bull Feb 25, 2010this product was broken from the moment I got it. The rear wheel was stuck and won’t spin at all. Full Story »
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NW Trail Alliance President Tom Archer responds to illegal trail
BikePortland.org &bull Feb 24, 2010
In light of the discovery of an unauthorized bike trail in the northern reaches of Forest Park, I spoke about the situation this morning with Tom Archer, President of the non-profit off-road advocacy group the Northwest Trail Alliance. Archer was clearly disappointed by the discovery and expressed hope that attention on this incident will not distract from the ongoing effort to increase off-road trail riding opportunities in the region. (Archer is a member of the Forest Park Single Track Cycling Committee formed by City Parks Commissioner Nick Fish.) Its obvious we condemn it; but the question remains, what are we… Full Story »
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Six rounds scheduled for the 2010 MTB World Cup
www.mtb-live.com via @mtblive &bull Feb 24, 2010This year?s World Cup has been divided into six rounds for each discipline: Olympic Cross Country, Downhill and 4X. The number of rounds has been reduced from nine to six, as compared to 2009. Full Story »
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Showcase: Specialized Bicycles - Mountain Bikes and Gear
Mountain Biking by 198 &bull Feb 24, 2010
Specialized Bicycles and mountain bikes are two terms that have been together almost since the beginning of fat tire obsession. Back in 1981, Specialized Bicycles released the StumpJumper to the general public and the mountain bike industry was born. While other companies (Joe Breeze) had led the revolution, Specialized brought mountain biking to the general public and started the revolution that we all take part in today. Referred to in some circles as the Big S, Specialized has carved a permanent spot in the mountain biking community that some riders love and others love to hate. Regardless of your personal… Full Story »
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McIvor turns essay into skicross gold
www.cbc.ca via @blognew &bull Feb 24, 2010Canada's Ashleigh McIvor shows off her gold medal after winning women's freestyle skicross on Tuesday. (Gerry Broome/Associated Press) Full Story »
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Fit Chick Blog: You Win Some...
Mountain Biking Magazine &bull Feb 24, 2010
Funny. I don't usually consider second place "losing." Though it's always nice to win, I'm generally pretty psyched to score a second, or any podium spot. But frankly the second place I got this weekend left me feeling a little defeated. This past Saturday was the 12 Hours of Santos , the first in USA Cycling's mountain bike endurance series . It was my first race for Team CF and I've been looking forward to it for months. When I'd first registered back in mid-December it seemed like a good opportunity for a mini training camp of sorts-go somewhere warm,… Full Story »
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Outdoor Research Flex-Tex Gaiters Review
Feed the Habit &bull Feb 24, 2010
As Ive continued Winter trail running in earnest this year, it didnt take long to recognize that I needed a good pair of gaiters. When I think of gaiters, my mind conjures up the memories of my early skiing days when I wore neon yellow gaiters on the… Full Story »
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OPB News · Unauthorized Forest Park Bike Trial Seen As Vandalism
news.opb.org via @hatfieldpdx &bull Feb 24, 2010Portland officials are currently on the hunt for a group of mountain bikers. The allegation? Cutting a mile-long bike trail through a roadless section of Forest Park. Full Story »
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News from Sheffield Hallam University
www.shu.ac.uk via @FindAPhD &bull Feb 24, 2010Downhill mountain bike World Champion Steve Peat changed gear last night for an evening of conversation on stage at Sheffield Hallam University. Full Story »
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Riding Yukon Style
NSMB.com: Home Page &bull Feb 24, 2010
It wasnt the best sign. The barbeque, the bike stand and the tools all lived in a mosquito tent. I wasnt expecting much from the Boreale camp. I imagined the yurts would be within spitting distance of a Quonset hut or heavy machinery yard. Instead it was 15 minutes from town on a bluff with a 90 mile view. The yurts blend into the pines and being inside them was comfortable and calming. Wooden floors, leather chairs and attention to detail made staying and eating in the Yurts a rare pleasure. The omens were improving. Pete and I had a… Full Story »
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More hubless wheels and other links
Bicycle Design &bull Feb 24, 2010
This week is shaping up to be a busy week one for me. I am short on time, but I want to quickly pass along a few links that may interest you. Two new hubless wheel bike designs have surfaced on the… Full Story »
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In top gear for champion time
www.scarborougheveningnews.co.uk via @bicycleguru &bull Feb 24, 2010To read this article in full you must have registered and have a Premium Content Subscription with the Scarborough Evening News site. Full Story »
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Alpine Epic Mountain Bike Stage Race, NZ - Day One
MTB Race News &bull Feb 24, 2010
Hogg and Williams Victorious After Tough First Day Navigation errors and misfortune thrive during the first day of the 2010 Alpine Epic Mountain Bike Stage Race yesterday with Tony Hogg and Mark Williams taking two stage wins from defending champions Kashi Leuchs and Marcus Roy. Leaders: The three lead teams - Team R&R Sport (Mark Williams and Tony Hogg), Team Yeti NZ (Marcus Roy and Kashi… Full Story »
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Unauthorized bike trail damages "pristine habitat" in Forest Park
BikePortland.org &bull Feb 23, 2010
Portland Parks Recreation staff have discovered an unauthorized mountain bike trail built in the northern end of Forest Park. Parks spokesperson Beth Sorensen said the trail was found at the end of last week in one of the most pristine habitat areas in the park. According to Sorensen, the trail is pretty damaging and whoever built it cut… Full Story »
