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5 Ways that Lift-Served Downhill Mountain Biking Can Make YOU a Better Rider

Like most of you, I am not a downhill racer. In fact, the thought of barreling down a steep line littered with rocks and roots often terrifies me. The first season I was invited to ride a downhill course with friends I declined, worried that I would not be able to keep up, or worse, that …

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Ned Overend’s Top 5 Tips for Staying Strong on the Bike and Keep Mountain Biking Beyond Retirement

A few years ago younger riders started saying “hi, old man,” when I’d show up at rides. At first I didn’t think anything about it. I was, after all, senior to them but was still riding – a lot – and could hold my own. Then one day I looked in the mirror and locked …

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8 Gearbox Mountain Bikes Spotted at Eurobike 2016

Gearbox transmissions have been designed for use on mountain bikes for years now, but they have yet to catch on in the industry at large. They offer numerous advantages over a standard drivetrain, including higher durability leading to a much longer life due to the enclosed design, the ability to shift when not pedaling, better …

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PowerTap G3 Rear Disc Hub and Joule GPS+ Review

PowerTap G3 Rear Disc Hub The PowerTap G3 Rear Disc Hub is exactly what it sounds like: it’s a power meter embedded in a disc brake-compatible mountain bike hub. The hub weighs 350g, which is a little on the heavy side for an MTB hub by about 100g, but it’s significantly lighter than some other power …

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MTB vs. Road: How Much More Effort Does Mountain Biking Take, Really?

Obstacles on the trail. The number and size of trail obstacles can vary wildly, and generally come in the form of rocks and roots. Paved roads, by comparison, are generally smooth and obstacle-free. Trail obstacles slow riders down and increase the amount of physical effort required. The trail surface itself. Dirt and vegetation slow riders down compared to solid, high-traction pavement. …

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