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6 Ways to Gain Mountain Biking Confidence

As a beginner mountain biker, I think one of the toughest things to grasp is how to have the confidence to “go for it…” but it’s also one of the most important things to learn. It’s something I still struggle with constantly, and I’m sure many of us riders do. While there is no easy …

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Tech Tuesday Video: How To Check Chain Wear

Tech Tuesday! #TechTuesChain wear Posted by Park Tool on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 How to check chain wear, from Park Tool.

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How To Decide How Much Suspension You Need

As advances in suspension technology inch along, limits on terrain, the season in which you can ride, and the feats you can accomplish on a bike continue to compress. This poses both a bind and blessing for those new to the sport considering their first full suspension (FS, fully) bike purchase. With travel options ranging …

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Bikehacking Week Is Here!

Have you heard of the website Lifehacker.com? If not, I really recommend that you click on over and check it out. Lifehacker is all about helping you create a better life, whether that be by giving you simple “hacks” to do mundane household tasks more easily, or by providing detailed analyses of complex issues like …

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How to Prep for a Stage Race: Getting Ready to Race the Trans-Sylvania Epic on Sunday

A seven-day stage race like the Trans-Sylvania Epic is a big undertaking. You have to make sure that you can handle a week on the bike physically, mentally, logistically, and mechanically. While I have extensive experience racing in general, I’ve only done one other stage race, the BC Bike Race. (If you’re interested in my experience in BC, …

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