5 Fantastic Holiday Gifts for Mountain Bikers in 2020
Buying gifts for mountain bikers is no easy task. Most riders are particular about the gear they allow into their packs or onto their bikes. And let’s face it, a lot of mountain bike accessories are expensive. But there are…
Why Do We Love Such Low Mountain Bike Tire Pressure?!
By now most of us know that low tire pressure in our mountain bike tires is the way to go. Tire pressure is a hot topic (and probably has been since the invention of mountain bikes) and there are a…
Why a Hitch Rack is Worth Getting a Trailer Hitch
Guest post by Matt Sklar from Evo. Ever since mountain biking was invented, people have been coming up with creative ways to get their bikes to the trailhead. Sure, the best way to get there is to just ride your…
The Space Around Us Will Never Be the Same
We’re well into COVID-19 lockdown in much of the world now , and so far I’ve resisted writing too much about it as I’ve wanted to remain positive during a time that has been negative for many. But now, almost…
The Trail Dog Chronicles: Puppy Training Gear List
Training is key for any mountain bike trail dog, and starting their training as a puppy will help to ensure a great start in life. I don’t believe in the idea that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks,…
Bike Parts and Beer: What the Updated NAFTA Means for Mountain Bikers
With all of the COVID-19 talk on the news and elsewhere, it’s easy to overlook the fact that Canada recently ratified the new updated North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). It was the last of the three countries (Mexico, Canada,…
Building the Stoke: Structure Cycleworks Has Big Plans for 2020
It isn’t often that I get to have coffee with a mountain bike. But when I met up with Loni Hull, CEO of Structure Cycleworks, that’s exactly what happened. We met, just prior to the COVID-19 social distancing measures, to…
I Love My North Shore Bike Rack —3 Reasons Why
You’ve probably seen one at a trailhead or attached to the hitch of a vehicle driving around mountain biking meccas like Moab or Squamish. And you’ve surely seen one if you’ve ever spent time at a trailhead at their namesake:…
How to Dial-In the Tire Pressure on Your Fat Bike With Ease!
Although gaining in popularity, many people still see fat bikes as a bit of a novelty. Whether it’s on the trail or outside the garage, these odd-looking contraptions attract a lot of attention. It’s unsurprising that whenever I show off…
How to Crush Your First Winter Fat Bike Race!
It’s cold, it’s icy, there’s snow on the ground, and everyone is dressed in winter clothing. Not exactly what most of us think when it comes to bike racing, but this may be starting to change. As the popularity of…