Mountain Biking Articles & Videos

• Comparison of Mountain Bike 7 Speed Cassettes

  Mountain biking gets you into the backcountry and on trails to explore, allowing you to work out and enjoy the splendor of the great outdoors. As their name suggests, mountain bikes are designed to climb the hills. Low gear settings and rat… read more

• Mountain Bike Riding Near Ennis, Montana

  The best mountain bike riding trails near Ennis, Montana, are in the Beaverhead National Forest and the Big Sky area. When traveling and mountain biking in this area, keep in mind that the weather is unpredictable and to heed the warning si… read more

• Great Mountain Bike Games

  Becoming a good mountain biker requires learning a lot of skills. One way to gain new skills on a mountain bike is by playing mountain biking games. Instead of hitting the same trails and obstacles everyday, try switching up your training w… read more

• How to Calculate Bike Pace

  Bike pace can be calculated in two ways: Either minutes per mile (or kilometer) or miles (or kilometers) per hour. How you calculate your pace--and which pace you aim for--will depend on whether you're cycling for sprints or endurance races… read more

• How to Set the Correct Chain Length on Iron Horse Mountain Bikes

  Like other bikes, Iron Horse Mountain bikes need to be fitted with a chain of proper length. A chain that is too long will never shift efficiently, while a chain that is too short will not be able to access the full range of gear combinatio… read more

• Information on Older Giant Mountain Bikes

  Some older Giant mountain bikes were durable, and plenty of them are still in service, especially the ones that have been properly cared for. Models without a suspension provide a rough ride on trails. read more

• How to Measure a Mountain Bike

  A properly fitted mountain bike is a comfortable mountain bike that you will enjoy riding for hours. Measuring a bike to fit the rider only takes a few minutes, but makes all the difference in purchasing and adjusting a bicycle that will ei… read more

• What is a Hardtail Mountain Bike?

  When shopping for a mountain bike, it's always helpful to understand the different options on the market and the pros and cons of each. Hardtail bikes are one of the standard styles of mountain bikes and are preferred by many riders. read more

• Primary Muscles Used for Mountain Biking

  It is a common misconception that mountain biking relies solely on the leg muscles. While these muscle groups most certainly get quite a workout during a ride, other muscle groups also figure prominently into the equation, some more than ot… read more

• How to Mountain Bike Moab

  For serious and casual mountain bikers alike, Moab is the stuff of dreams. If you plan one mountain bike-based vacation in your life, Moab should certainly be on your short list of destinations. Moab's slickrock and high desert scenery are… read more

• Shared Trail Etiquette

  Shared trail etiquette is a standard of protocol for how multi-use trails should be properly used and protected. Following these behaviors ensures that all outdoor enthusiasts are polite to one another, allowing for each party to have a goo… read more

• How to Night Mountain Bike

  Night mountain biking is a challenging and exhilarating activity. Mountain biking at night is a good way to mountain bike when you don't have enough daylight to get a ride in, or when the days are too hot to bike safely and comfortably. Aft… read more

• How to Mountain Bike Uphill

  If you're mountain biking, chances are you'll come into contact with a rather steep hill. Rather than turning the bike around and heading the other way, follow these steps and take on the challenge. read more

• How to Mountain Bike With Your Dog

  A short mountain bike ride is a great way to give both you and your pooch some exercise. read more

• How to Take Your Mountain Bike on an Airplane

  You can take your mountain bike anywhere - just use these hints to pack it up and put it on a plane. read more

• Prep a Mountain Bike for Winter

  Winter can be rough on a mountain bike, but if you take steps to prep your bike, you'll keep your bike in tip top shape. Some bikers use an older bike during the winter to prevent water or salt damage to their "good" bikes. How much prep an… read more

• Handle Ruts While Mountain Biking

  Every mountain biker will run into ruts occasionally. Ruts form when something (truck, bike, ATV) rides across a wet, muddy area or when the same path is used repeatedly, causing erosion of the soil. Knowing how to handle ruts will help kee… read more

• Control a Nasty Descent on a Mountain Bike

  Launching down a hill at high speeds on a bike is something not just anyone should try without the proper skill and knowledge. Even the most seasoned rider can have scary dreams of losing his ability to control a nasty descent. The followin… read more

• Conquer Switchbacks While Mountain Biking

  When riding a switchback while mountain biking, a rider is essentially making a crisscrossing blueprint on the interior of a hill, as opposed to a trail providing direct access to the hill's summit. Trails get particularly tight and gnarly… read more

• Utah Mountain Biking

  The state of Utah offers some of the most diverse mountain biking in the world. From the famous Slickrock Trail in Moab to the Wasatch Crest Trail connecting Salt Lake City and Park City, every section of the state offers a distinct mounta… read more

• How to Fit a Mountain Bike

  Getting the proper size mountain bike may seem like a trivial detail compared to picking out the perfect combination of suspension, components and materials, but it is extremely important. A improperly fit bike is not going to be comfortab… read more

• Mountain Biking Basics

  Learn mountain biking basics, including bike safety and maintenance, in this free video series on mountain biking lesson for beginners. read more

• Learn Courtesy & Mountain Biking Etiquette

  Learn bike trail courtesy and etiquette while you ride along public trails. Right of ways and how to communicate with other bikers is discussed in this free video series on mountain biking. read more

• Stopping the Bike on an Incline

  Learn how to stop your bike on an incline in this free uphill mountain biking training video for the beginner cyclist. read more

• Understand the Difficulty Level of Mountain Biking

  Learn how difficult mountain biking is and how to establish what level of rider you are in this free video series on mountain biking. read more

• How to Shift When Mountain Biking

  Learn how to shift smoothly and easily while you're mountain biking is discussed in this free video series on mountain biking. read more

• How to Mountain Bike Down Hill

  Learn how to mountain bike down hills while still maintaining your balance and control in this free video series on mountain biking. read more

• Speed Control for Mountain Biking

  Water bars on trails help prevent water run offs, but they're also great for building and controlling speed on your mountain bike. Learn speed control tips for mountain biking and trail riding in this free training video for the beginner. read more

• How to Shift & Turn a Mountain Bike

  Learn how to shift and turn smoothly and easily when riding on a mountain bike. Learn more in this free video series on mountain biking. read more

• Standing vs. Sitting on Mountain Bikes

  Learn about the benefits of standing up or sitting when riding uphill in this free mountain biking training video for the beginner cyclist. read more

• Shifting for Uphill Mountain Biking

  Learn more ways to shift bicycle gears on an incline in this free mountain biking training video for the beginner cyclist. read more

• Understand the Tools Needed for Mountain Biking

  Learn what tools you should bring while mountain biking, including safety gear, repair tools, food and more, in this free video series on mountain biking. read more

• How to Put a New Tube on Your Mountain Bike

  Mountain bikes require new tubes if your rear tire experiences a blowout or becomes too compressed. Learn more in this free video series. read more

• Pre-Ride Checklist for Mountain Biking

  What should you bring on your biking trip. Learn how to a pre-ride checklist for riding downhill trails on a mountain bike in this free online video. read more

• Provisions for Mountain Biking

  Food and Drinks for your bike trip. Learn how to choose the right mountain biking equipment for riding downhill trails in this free online video on mountain biking basics. read more

• How to Put Your Mountain Bike Inside a Bike Box

  Learn how to put your mountain bike inside the bike box, and how to position the bike's materials, wheels, pedals, seat and handlebars in the right position in this free video series. read more

• Pick the Right Shorts for Mountain Biking

  A lycra liner that compresses your quadriceps and provides you with padding will give you the proper fit in your shorts while mountain biking. Learn more in this free video series. read more

• Different Systems For a Mountain Bike

  Learn the different operating systems for mountain bikes in this free online video on cycling maintenance. read more

• What are Hydraulic Calipers?

  Watch a mountain bike repair expert explain what hydraulic calipers on mountain bikes are in this free online video on cycling maintenance. read more

• Different Headsets for Mountain Bikes

  Learn about the different headset options for mountain bikes in this free online video on cycling maintenance. read more

• Bike Positioning for Mountain Biking

  Make sure you are riding right. Learn about the proper positioning for mountain bikes for riding downhill trails in this free online video. read more

• Mountain Bike Body Positioning

  Learn about more body weight distribution tips for uphill mountain biking in this free bike riding training video for the beginner cyclist. read more

• Starting the Bike on an Incline

  Learn how to start your bike on an incline in this free uphill mountain biking training video for the beginner cyclist. read more

• Bar Extensions for Mountain Bikes

  Learn about bike parts called bar extensions in this free uphill mountain biking training video for the beginner cyclist. read more

• How to Balance a Bike in Place

  Balancing a mountain bike in place is commonly referred to as the track stand. Learn how to balance in place when mountain biking in this free trail riding training video for the beginner. read more

• Adjust Stem Height on a Mountain Bike

  Learn how to adjust the stem height on the headset of a mountain bike in this free online video on cycling maintenance. read more

• Adjust the Headset on Mountain Bikes

  Learn how to adjust the headset on a mountain bike in this free online video on cycling maintenance. read more

• Overview on Headset System on Mountain Bikes

  Learn about the headset system on mountain bikes in this free online video on cycling maintenance. read more