How to Maintain that New Bike Day Vibe
The excitement of jumping aboard a fresh new bike is so pleasant when everything works as it should — smooth, quiet, and trouble-free. The good news is with some essential…
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…
Recovery Techniques for Mountain Bikers
We all can agree that riding hard is a requirement for optimal performance. To be a truly sustainable mountain biker what you really need to understand is how important RECOVERY…
Building a Sustainable Mountain Biking Body
What is a sustainable mountain biking body and how do you get one? Follow along with our Doctor of Physical Therapy co-founder and Coach Tricia Davis. This section of Crankjoy.com is…
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Do Mountain Bikers Leave Carbon Footprints?
Discover ways to reduce your carbon footprint as a mountain biker. Become more sustainable and tread lightly while learning more about the global climate crisis.
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.
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Want Better Mountain Bike Trails: Start Here
We all want to be an amazing mountain biker, it’s why we ride. Your idea of amazing is much different from mine and my neighbour’s too.
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…
Kitsbow’s Sustainable Mountain Biking Clothing: A Green-print for Success
There is a lot of talk right now about sustainability and Kitsbow’s mountain bike clothing is leading the sustainable charge in the small town of Old Fort, NC. From sourcing…