Maureen lives in Salida, CO. She writes better than she rides but she don't care cause she thinks it's fun.
An 11th-hour lawsuit has temporarily halted Marin Water's "Trail Sharing Pilot and E-Bike Class I Trial," which would have allowed mountain bikes on 6.6 miles of trails on Mount Tamalpais.
Mountain bikes have been banned on Mount Tamalpais trails in Marin, CA, since 1984. After 40 years of waiting and decades of advocacy, 7 miles of trails are opening to mountain bikers through a pilot program.
IMPD Headquarters Mountain Bike Skills Park was conceived and built by officers to provide a safe (and fun!) space for community members.
A new mountain bike trail opened in Salida to ease congestion within the popular Arkansas Hills trail system.
Absolute Bikes in Salida, Colorado is a mainstay in the mountain bike destination town and one of the most distinct shops in the country, all under the careful guidance of owner Shawn Gillis.
"I had done this race—the TransAlp—once before, in 2016 so I was aware of the pain cave I’d voluntarily entered. Turns out seven more years on the engine, five months less training and a dithering bout of Covid can wreak havoc. Who knew?"
The Specialized Epic EVO nudges the racy XC bike into trail territory, making it the perfect choice for the BikeTransAlp multi-day stage race.
The latest alloy Trek Farley fat bike features updated geometry, additional mount points for bags and bottles, and a new carbon fork.
Hiring a mountain bike guide in an unfamiliar riding destination is well-worth the money. Here's why.
Human waste is full of bacteria and viruses that can take years to decompose. This kit is designed to make backcountry bathroom breaks better.
The singletrack around Gunnison and Crested Butte remains unrivaled. But the gravel roads in the area are a close second.
A glorious five-day gravel ride through the Sawtooth mountains of Idaho with Western Spirit.
Bothies and the right to roam make Scotland a wonderful place to ride mountain bikes.
A proposal to expand trails for multiple user groups in the Ochoco National Forest in Oregon is facing opposition from a group calling itself "Don't Bend Prineville."
Mountain bikers have been targeted by bike thieves in the San Francisco bay area. We spoke with victims to find out what happened, and how they're changing their habits to avoid a repeat.
Volunteers are working to rebuild the wildfire damaged mountain bike trails in Boggs Mountain Demonstration Forest in California.
The California Mountain Biking Coalition is a platform that's helping local clubs and groups across the state advocate for bikers and bike trails.
Mountain bikers should stop apologizing, and start saying thank you. As they say, communication is key.
A report from Outerbike Moab, where some demo bikes may be in short supply but the good times are not.
With wildfires and smoke seemingly becoming more common, we ask an expert how to determine when conditions are healthy enough for riding bikes.
A unique public-private partnership at Coal Basin Ranch in Pitkin County, Colorado leads to new trails and environmental restoration.
Learning how to bikepack isn't just about packing the right gear. It's about finding the right mindset too.
The author and many others ditched city living during the pandemic in favor of mountain towns with better access to high-quality bike trails.
The Rocky Mountain Outdoor Center in Buena Vista, Colorado offers almost everything mountain bikers need to have a great trip.
Riding some of the best singletrack the Colorado Trail has to offer with Western Spirit Cycling Adventures.
The story of a long-awaited advocacy win for very patient mountain bikers in Marin County, California.
What once was “that crummy fire road” or “that boring bike path” are now lifelines for mountain bikers, nuggets of normalcy to be treasured and appreciated.
An epic mountain bike shuttle adventure on the best trails near Lake Tahoe, California.
The Marin Museum of Bicycling and Mountain Biking Hall of Fame chronicles the history of our sport, and it's set to expand soon.
A guide to spending a weekend mountain biking Grand Targhee in Wydaho.
After losing confidence following a bike crash, a mountain bike skills training clinic is just the thing to get back in the game.
A group mountain bike ride on Mt. Tam. in Marin County, CA showcases the incredible wildflowers. Mountain bikers can be nature nerds, too.
One woman's story of being lost in the woods, at night, somewhere in the wilds of California.
Life is prone to taking unexpected turns. Maureen shares a story about a riding partner and friend's unexpected turn.
WTB's president Patrick Seidler talks about mountain bike advocacy, Marin County, and how WTB continues to lead the industry.
While recovering from a crash and resulting surgery, Maureen finds humor in the stereotyping that appears to be alive and well in the sport of mountain biking.
Spring has sprung in the Sierras! Photo by Peter Repetti. Who among us doesn't have a story, about ourselves or a friend—that badass guy or gal…
Every guide on the trip was a volunteer, but you'd think this was their profession.
Pretty, huh? This one's still illegal. Ah, Marin. “The birthplace of mountain biking,” they say. And they speak the truth. The legends of the sport hail from here…
Belly up to the service bar. Photo by Cathy Stancil Photography. “Hey, have you heard of a place in Sonoma County that has a bike shop…
I couldn't not include this photo of Superwoman Rachel Lloyd in an article about being a chick on a bike. Though, to be clear, I'm pretty sure Rachel…
The Sweco in action. Photo by Tom Boss. “The hardest thing about trail building is getting permission.” So says Jim Jacobson of Forest Knolls, CA. And…
The Endura Women's Singletrack jacket is a nylon, fully seam-sealed 2.5-layer waterproof, "breathable fabric" rain jacket with under arm zipped vents, and a hood. I put the "breathable" in quotes because everyone says their…
Beth Roberts of Rim Tours leads a happy group of guests past Wooden Shoe Arch, Canyonlands National Park. Photo courtesy of Rim Tours. I recently wrote…
While trying to sell me on the idea of buying a house in Forest City, 62 miles north of Auburn on Highway 49, my friend Ruedy paused and commented to…
The Kamikaze Downhill with levitating spectator. All photos are credit Peter Morning, MMSA. The Kamikaze. Until I went to Mammoth Lakes this fall to see the…
Minaret Summit, top of the world. Photo by Peter Morning. “So the thing about riding Mammoth is…” Somehow I knew Gabe Taylor, head of bike park…
There is nothing like finishing the day and coming back to a beautiful camp where someone else does the cooking, cleaning, schlepping, and logistics.
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