John has been mountain biking since the year 2000. He's traveled extensively across the USA, sampling the best mountain bike trails along the way. As a result, John topped the Singletracks leaderboard for "most trails ridden" for many years. He spent several years writing for Singletracks as a freelancer and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Sustainable Trails Coalition.
The Winsor Trail drops 3,000 vertical feet in under 10 miles, serving up gnar, flow, and creek crossings through Santa Fe's alpine forests.
A Forest Service plan revision could restrict mountain bike access near the Pacific Crest Trail in three Sierra National Forests—public comment needed now.
Foes Racing is developing a USA-made full suspension fat bike prototype, prompted by forward-thinking bike shops pushing the brand into the fatty market.
After getting caught in a bone-chilling Rocky Mountain deluge, this reviewer finally found a waterproof jacket that's lightweight, packable, and actually works.
Trail etiquette isn't just about being polite—it protects riders, preserves trail access, and keeps mountain biking welcome in shared outdoor spaces.
Mountain biking requires loads of gear, and Mountainsmith's Bike Cube Deluxe offers a rugged, well-organized solution for hauling it all.
A review of the 2015 Rocky Mountain Instinct mountain bike.
The Pearl Izumi X-Alp Enduro IV delivers grippy soles, durable construction, and exceptional value at $110 for all-mountain riders.
Looking for a fun intro to endurance racing? The 12 Hours of Mesa Verde on Phil's World trails offers grueling laps with friendly competition.
Moab's Sovereign Trail delivers non-stop ledges, hucks, and rollers with a high fun-to-work ratio, making it an instant classic worth the detour.
Price, Utah offers surprisingly excellent singletrack with Luke's Trail system delivering 18 miles of varied terrain and creative trail features worth the detour.
The Guacamole Trail near Hurricane delivers swoopy desert singletrack, technical slickrock features, and stunning Zion National Park views in a premier 5-star ride.
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Little Creek Mountain delivers slickrock playgrounds, technical ledges, and jaw-dropping Zion views, but a broken shifter cuts our ride short—time for a demo bike.
Cedar City's Three Peaks delivers surprising variety with rock playgrounds and quirky trailside artifacts, while St. George's underrated Prospector Trail offers swoopy singletrack bliss.
A mountain bike trip report through the Green River, Utah area.
At 49, racing seemed like a terrible idea—until an unexpected rainstorm turned a Colorado XC race into an epic mud-fest survival challenge.
Eagle, Colorado offers the perfect May riding conditions—not too hot, not too cold—with diverse trail networks for every skill level.
The Five Ten Impact Low delivers best-in-class flat pedal grip with surprising comfort, though the half-tongue design makes entry slightly awkward.
Albuquerque's east side Sandia Mountains offer challenging climbs, sweeping views, and diverse terrain from beginner-friendly ski runs to technical rocky singletrack.
# Preservationists and mountain bikers join forces to protect Idaho's Boulder-White Clouds while maintaining cycling access to popular trails near Ketchum-Sun Valley.
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The Pearl Izumi X-Alp Enduro III offers exceptional all-day comfort, durability, and breathability at a reasonable price for everyday trail riders.
Rocky Mountain National Park is accepting public comments until March 3 on allowing mountain bikes on the East Shore Trail and potentially other routes.
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Sedona's north side offers classic roller-coaster singletrack like Jim Thompson and newer gems like Chuck Wagon, completing the red rock riding trifecta.
Sedona's west side trails deliver advanced technical challenges, exposed ridge riding, and stunning red rock scenery on the legendary Highline-Templeton-Baldwin loop.
After riding 45 new trail systems in 2013, here are twelve standouts ranging from classic destinations to hidden gems worthy of any rider's bucket list.
Rocky Mountain National Park may open a two-mile section of East Shore Trail to mountain biking; public comments are being accepted through March 3.
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"Sedona's east side trails offer something for everyone, from novice-friendly Bell Rock Pathway to the exposed, technical Hangover Trail with jaw-dropping red rock scenery."
Don't let winter turn you into a couch potato—here's how to maintain your fitness and skills so spring's first ride doesn't destroy you.
The Camelbak Charge 10LR offers big-pack features in a compact 70oz design, with exceptional stability but an unconventional horizontal bladder placement.
Kansas surprises with unexpectedly technical terrain, rocky challenges, and excellent singletrack at Fancy Creek and the IMBA-epic Switchgrass Trail near Wilson Lake.
John explores some of the best trails in Oklahoma: Tulsa's Turkey Mountain Trail System.
Escaping Colorado's Thanksgiving snow, Skibum discovers surprisingly worthy mountain biking in the Texas Panhandle, including spectacular Palo Duro Canyon.
Mountain biker argues wilderness designation isn't the only way to protect Idaho's Boulder-White Clouds while keeping trails open to bikes.
Modern mountain bike trails are becoming increasingly similar due to standardized design principles, multi-use compromises, and machine building—potentially eroding the sport's adventurous soul.
The Montana Heritage Act unanimously passed committee, promising future mountain bike trail studies but immediately closing the epic Rierdon Gulch/Green Gulch loop to bikes.
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A race-by-race recap of Colorado NICA's season reveals technical courses, unpredictable weather, and surprising observations about high school mountain bike racing.
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A first-hand look at NICA high school mountain bike racing reveals a well-organized, accessible program that's growing youth cycling nationwide.
For trail junkies seeking a fresh alternative to the classic Monarch Crest ride, the Green's Creek descent offers seven miles of relentless, technical singletrack euphoria.
Fairplay, Colorado offers remote, pristine singletrack trails without the resort crowds found just 20 miles away in Breckenridge.
An overview of the best mountain bike trails in Breckenride, Colorado
Colorado's newest state park offers 15 miles of bike-legal trails with serious climbing, but lacks the technical challenge that makes neighboring trails shine.
High-altitude mountain biking presents unique challenges from thin air to lightning storms, but proper preparation and acclimatization make the rewards well worth the risks.
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Day two at NUMB Fest delivered the newly-built J Boy trail, which vaulted into our top-ten list alongside Downieville and Porcupine Rim.
Vernal, Utah's Memorial Day NUMB Fest offers exceptional desert singletrack, demo bikes, and dinosaur-era attractions without the typical bike festival crowds.
A threatened fish species may close popular Colorado trails, but the Forest Service is working transparently with all user groups to minimize impact.
Day ten brought Phil's World perfection and Telegraph Trails' surprising technical ridge descent, capping an epic spring break with perma-grins.
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Despite yesterday's cactus encounter, we tackled Sedona's epic Highline-to-Templeton route with white-knuckle exposure and flowy red slickrock near Cathedral Rock.
Escaping Tucson's heat for cooler elevations, we detoured to Prescott's excellent Granite Basin trails before tackling Sedona's technical Airport Loop—and a prickly pear disaster.
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