The Continental Divide Trail mountain bike route is 2,774 miles from Canada to Mexico. This trail was formed by linking trails, roads and mixed use surfaces from 1995 to 1997. Now each year a handful of cyclists take it on in a self-supported race format, called the Tour Divide. This trail is most definitely on…
Here’s a quick video from the folks at NSMB.com on how to be a mountain biker and it’s right on the money! Apparently I still need to get a trail dog! But in all seriousness, what is there not to love about the mountain bike lifestyle? Pick your style and go ride!
Red Bull has become the king of taking sports to the next level and creating unique events out of them. Their latest is called Road Rage. It’s a pretty simple concept; throw 4 people on bikes behind a BMX gate at the top of mountain, drop the gate, see who is the fastest to the…
The Red Bull Rampage has come and gone in 2013 and the mastery of the Utah desert was eclipsed by Kyle Strait’s back to back victories. Below is the video of his 1st place winning run. Buckle up, it’s a good one! And if you’re looking for a full view of the webcast, that is…
Every October the largest cycling swap meet takes over Denver’s National Western Complex on the east side of town. This is the site that is better known for the annual National Western Stock Show every January. It’s here where thousands upon thousands of square feet is home to the most new and used bikes and…
There have been rumors flying around about a Lance Armstrong movie being filmed. I guess you can say the rumor was for many movie to be made, but it looks like Sony Pictures has the first to hit the big screen next month with “The Armstrong Lie.” Give the trailer a watch.
It’s not always a good idea to closely follow your friends while bombing down a mountain. This video is living proof of that. I’m just glad these guys are ok and didn’t sustain major injuries. From the video it also looks like it could be some poor trail building.
Many cyclists enjoy a great beer after a ride, but many cyclists also enjoy a great glass of vino post-ride. Or in the case of riding in wine regions it could mean having a few glasses mid-ride. I have personally been on a handful of rides through Napa stopping at various wineries and it’s definitely…
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