Specialized Ground Control Review: A Forekaster Crusher
Tires are easily one of the most discussed upgrades in mountain biking. And for a good reason, it's your direct connection with the trail and is a reflection of riding…
Review: Endura MT500 Burner Clipless Shoe
Endura may not be a name you think of when shoe shopping — yet. This Scottish based company with a strong sustainability plan is best known for its mountain bike apparel right now.
Ibis Exie: Blazing a New Trail and Thinking Green
Ibis is a brand we love due to its long commitment as an upstanding company that doesn't just do it like everyone else. Their dedication to design, customer service, support…
The Next Chapter – Sustainability in Mountain Biking
How can we enable our trails, bodies and bikes to keep the joy cranking? The next chapter of Crankjoy reflects this passion to sustain the mountain bike lifestyle as long…
Bontrager XR4 Team Issue Review: A Fantastic Trail Tire
Updated from the original review in 2019 ~ Trail tires have a wide-ranging definition depending on your riding style and terrain. The Bontrager XR4 is a large volume, medium height…
Mountain Biking Responsibly is the Golden Key
Have you ever stopped to think about why there are so many incredible mountain bike trails in popular riding destinations?
Importance of Engaging with your Local Trail Advocacy
Do you enjoy having well-maintained local trails and a fun, like-minded community to recreate with? Are you aware of how your community maintains, builds, and plans for future trail development?…
Long Term Review: Ibis Ripley V4 – Best in Class
By now you've heard how great the latest generation Ibis Ripley V4 is. There are mountains of positive reviews but after 8 months of comparisons to its competitors, I still…
Photo:Aaron Teasdale
Local Loam with MTB Missoula
Words by Jeff Kendall-Weed www.jeffkendallweed.com I first heard of MTB Missoula thanks to my friend Sam Schultz, then at the Ibis Ripley V4 bike launch I heard a lot more…
Photo credit: Tommy Penick
Support Pisgah Trails WIN a Specialized Status
Like most trails around the country, Pisgah National Forest Trails are maintained by volunteers. And like most National Forest trials, they were made during a time when sustainability was not…