Aaron is currently based out of the Jackson Hole region along the Southeast Idaho/Western Wyoming border. In addition to excessively riding his bike in the backcountry, he writes while pursuing a career in wildlife research and rehabilitation.
For mountain biking in the backcountry, 9 lightweight, inexpensive survival items that you probably don't have in your pack yet (but should) include a water filter, emergency bivvy or blanket, a dialed first aid kit, tape and zip ties, navigation tools, a spare battery pack, lights, a whistle, and fire starter and dryer lint.
Mountain biking in the backcountry can be challenging, and it can turn dangerous in an instant. Here are 11 critical skills that you should have before you head out on an adventure ride. They could very well prevent a ride from going from bad to deadly.
Eric “Epic Tour” Morton showing his love for riding on the Flying Dog trail in Park City, Utah. Photo: Aaron Couch As you climb to the…
Enjoying Packsaddle Lake all to myself in the Big Hole Mountains "Microadventure." The word sounds contradictory. Originally coined by Alastair Humphreys, the word challenges the idea that “adventures”…
Photo: Rebecca's Private Idaho Have you raced your bike yet? Some of the writers at Singletracks are a little conflicted whether we should or should not…
Blooming flowers, lush vegetation, 360-degree views of 3 mountain ranges. This is what the Big Hole Mountains encompass. The Big Hole Mountains – you can get lost out there When you look…
My bike at the Forest Service Ranger Station. What do you do when you have to work on your day off? Make an adventure out of…
The first trip -- Fall 2015. Things strapped every which way to make it work. Photo: Aaron Couch Bikepacking is an incredible way to see a…
Teton Canyon, Wyoming Editor's Note: When looking to get more serious about mountain biking, Aaron chose to buy a fat bike as his one-quiver bike--and the decision has…
All the gear carried during the race, minus the floor pump. If you haven't heard of JayP's Backyard Series races, you're in for a real treat!…
Great tips for what to do if you encounter a bear while mountain biking.
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