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Aaron wrote an excellent article about selling bikes online, but when it comes to purchasing a bike, the rules can be completely different for potential buyers. This article focuses on purchasing bikes from other individual sellers, not a new bike from an online retailer. Choose your Used Marketplace Wisely eBay is undoubtedly the most popular …

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Rocks offer up loads of challenges when they’re dry – add in a bit of water, and you have a really challenging trail. So, how can you make sure that you get through wet, rocky sections quickly and without crashing or damaging your bike? There are a few key things to focus on; entrance speed, …

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Over the years I’ve learned that the thing that brings me the most joy from mountain biking isn’t the actual riding. Let’s face it: although you do sometimes get a jolt of exhilaration as the wind passes through your hair, the majority of the time pushing those pedals is work! The ride is a necessary …

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You won’t get as many gear options as you would with a double chainring, but 1x does suit a lot of riders. Consider the size of chainring you need and try to get as straight a chain line as possible.

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Uphill switchbacks might seem like a struggle, but making good line choices and gear selection will help you improve. Technique is important too – getting your weight forward and attacking the corners with speed should help to sling you through those bends. If you do a lot of riding up hills, consider your bike setup …

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