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Anthill Films: How Sound Design Brings Jackson Goldstone’s Anytime Segment to Life | Anatomy of Sound
Ever wondered what Jackson Goldstone’s riding actually sounds like? Experience how Anthill Sounds’ Sound Supervisor, Jonathan Osborne, deconstructs — and then rebuilds — audio layers to craft a rich, immersive film sound design and soundscape. Created in partnership with Shimano… Read More ›
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2026 Oregon XC MTB Series
Race #1 Echo Red to Red – March 14th (Completed)Race #2 Mudslinger – April 18thRace #3 Coast Hills Classic – May 9thRace #4 Silver Falls XC – May 16thRace #5 Sisters Stampede – May 24thRace #6 Bend Dirt Fest –… Read More ›
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Gravity Racing in the Tillamook State Forest
Who’s ready for a gravity-fueled racing series in the Tillamook State Forest this June? June 6th and June 20th will be some of the most fun racing you’ll ever experience, all in support of the our mind-blowing new trail coming… Read More ›
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Opinion: The Healing Rhythm of the Ride
The Healing Rhythm of the Ride Mental health is often discussed in terms of therapy, medication, or mindfulness, but there is another path that many people overlook: physical exhaustion earned through meaningful effort. The human mind was not designed to… Read More ›
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11.5 miles of new trails open at Cline Buttes near Redmond
Central Oregon Daily News: 11.5 miles of new trails open at Cline Buttes near Redmond The Central Oregon Trail Alliance has completed 11.5 miles of new hiking and biking trails at Cline Buttes Recreation Area near Redmond. The two-year project… Read More ›
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Westside Trail Federation: Electric Snake
The PNW’s Longest Progressive Jump Trail: A record-breaking descent designed for massive fun and skill progression. Donate http://www.westsidetra…
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LBF – The Legend of Big Fork
Until now, the Legend of Big Fork sat in that space between myth andpossibility. Some treated it as a fun local legend who left traces of bigtire prints and slashed foliage; others swear they’d seen it in thewilderness before, and… Read More ›
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PNW XC MTB Series 2026
A True Pacific Northwest XC Series with stops in Oregon, Idaho, and Washington. April 4th – MADRAS MTB – Madras East Hills Trail System May 2nd – EAGLE MTB – Ada-Eagle Sports Complex June 7th – WASHOUGAL MTB – Washougal… Read More ›
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Buzzard Butte Trail Network, it’s gunna pop off!
The Buzzard Butte Trail Network is managed by Tillamook Off-Road Trail Alliance (TORTA) with building being done by The Bros and Hoes landscaping company. This is an “up and coming” system off the Oregon coast near Pacific City. It features… Read More ›
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Yoga For Cyclists – Yoga With Adriene
Yoga for Cyclists is designed for cyclists but is a great full body practice for everyone. A well rounded practice that will leave you feeling present, stretched out and open. Relieve stress and tension in the neck, open the shoulders,… Read More ›
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HRATS Update: Important update on current liability legislation and how it may impact our local trails
Hello Trail Lovers, While we love to share the stoke in our communications, the following email from the Oregon Trails Coalition summarizes the issue with SB 1517-7 which has the potential to jeopardize many of our trail activities from stewardship… Read More ›
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The Outsider MTB: The PNW’s Most Underrated MTB Town | Oakridge, Oregon
Oakridge, Oregon might be the most underrated mountain bike town in the PNW and in this episode, I find out why. From shuttle-access descents and deep, dark forest singletrack to the laid-back small-town vibe that keeps you in that post-ride… Read More ›
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HRATS Update: Important Post Canyon Trail Updates – Know Before You Go
Hello Trail Lovers, We want to share some important Post Canyon trail status’ before you plan your weekend riding events. As you are all aware, both the weather and trail conditions are dynamic in the PNW, and not aways in… Read More ›
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Opinion: The Link Between Float Tanks and Performance
The Link Between Float Tanks and Performance Mountain biking demands strength, focus, and resilience, both physically and mentally. Riders push through technical terrain, steep climbs, and long descents that tax the body and mind. While training, nutrition, and recovery routines… Read More ›
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Super Rider: I Built A Hardtail That Does Everything
I finally put together the bike that I’ve been dreaming of – the perfect combination of parts to unlock the style of riding that challenges me the most, but also helps me teach the maximum amount of skills on this… Read More ›
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SKYLINES | Alden Pate & Crestline Bikes
Alden Pate is back on Crestline Bikes for 2026! Founded in Los Angeles, CA and later moved to Bellingham, WA. Crestline shares its roots in both green forests and iconic DH tracks! SKYLINES highlights Crestline’s full heritage. About Lazy Sundays… Read More ›
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2026 Sturdy Dirty Enduro
July 18th, 2026 The largest women’s mountain bike enduro race in the U.S. is back for its 12th year. Website Facebook YouTube
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Transition Bikes: All business and no fun at the 2025 Company Trip
See what went down at our annual company retreat in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Video: Myles Trainer Tag along for all Transition adventures and two-wheeled fun through our channels below! Party in the woods with Transition Bikes on:🌲 Youtube:… Read More ›
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Opinion: The Art of Recovery // Healing Right After a Mountain Bike Injury
The Art of Recovery: Healing Right After a Mountain Bike Injury With all the injuries at this year’s Red Bull Rampage—and my own dislocated shoulder and sprained ankles—it’s hard not to reflect on what recovery really means. These moments remind… Read More ›
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Super Rider: Making the World’s Most Precise Bike Wheels (With WWII-Era Machines)
I got to visit the Chris King factory to watch a giant chunk of aluminum turn into my new wheelset. Join me for a look behind the scenes of how some of the most precise bike parts are created –… Read More ›
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Reece Wallace: Flying My Plane to Ride Washington’s Best MTB Trails
Flew my plane from Vancouver Island to ride some of the best public mountain bike trails in Bellingham, Washington. ‘Reece10’ for 10% off all SportRx eyewear here! https://alnk.to/hsyPcnV We explored the Galbraith trail network, which is arguably the best public… Read More ›
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Central Oregon Trail Alliance: Strategic Plan 2030
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Cascadia Super Gravel 2026
April 25th, 2026. GRAVEL IS FULL SPEED AHEAD. 🚨 MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🚨The FSA Cascadia Super Gravel, presented by PNW Components is back for it’s 8th year on April 25th, 2026. New Venue. New Courses. Same Forest. Same Race. On… Read More ›
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2026 Northwest Cup Downhill MTB Schedule
💥2026 SCHEDULE💥 Mark your calendars folks! The 2026 NW Cup Series is upon us! We’ve got a stacked lineup of classic venues and one TBA location that we can’t wait to tell you about 👀 For more info head over… Read More ›
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2026 Cascadia Dirt Cup Schedule
2026 CASCADIA DIRT CUP SERIES Website Facebook Instagram YouTube ROUND 1: North SlopeROUND 2: Raging River ROUND 3: Yacolt BurnROUND 4: NW Tune-Up Galbraith ROUND 5: Tiger MountainROUND 6: Post Canyon
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13th Annual Hub A-Palooza
WHAT IS HUBAPALOOZA? Hub-a-Palooza is a 3 day mountain bike festival that takes place at Beacon Hill (Camp Sekani) in Spokane, WA March 27-29, 2026; past participants would tell you that it is the best way to start off your race season…. Read More ›
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When the World Was Made of BMX and Summer Light
It’s the 80s, back when every plan started with a landline and a whole lot of hope. We circle around the kitchen phone, dialing the same numbers we always do, listening to the long ring on the other end. No… Read More ›
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Reborn Bikes: Putting more people on refurbished bikes
Reborn Bikes: Where every bicycle gets a second life, and every person gets a new opportunity for mobility, independence and community connection. Website: https://rebornbikes.org/ https://rebornbikes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMPACT_COMPRESSED_GOOD.pdf
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The Outsider MTB: This 4.5 Mile Trail Is One of the PNW’s Most Underrated Rides | King Castle Trail
Riding one of the most underrated mountain bike trails in the Pacific Northwest.The King Castle Trail in Oregon completely caught me off guard – incredible forest riding, flowy singletrack, and way more fun packed into 4.5 miles than I expected…. Read More ›
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MTB Co-op: Riding shouldn’t be this good in January | Side Hustle at Tiger Mountain
Riding shouldn’t be this good in January. Today we’re riding Side Hustle at Tiger Mountain in absolutely unreal mid winter conditions. Fast, dry, and flowing, easily the best I’ve ever experienced this trail, especially for this time of year. Side… Read More ›
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Vacation Town | The Forbidden Crew Come Home To Roost
Last summer, some of the Forbidden Bikes crew spent five days truck camping and mountain biking in and around the best trail riding Vacation Town on Vancouver Island, Cumberland BC. A town that has shaped the way we ride and… Read More ›
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Evergreen MTB Association: Trillium MTB trail at Cheasty in Seattle
It’s Trail Tuesday featuring Trillium, one of the newer trails at Cheasty in Seattle!🌲 Trail Name: Trillium🌲 Trail System: Cheasty🌲 Trail Difficulty: 🟦 Intermediate🌲 Trail Length: 1 mile, one-way🌲 Trail Description: The north loop at Cheasty Greenspace marks the completion… Read More ›
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Super Rider: Building My Daughter’s First REAL Mountain Bike
It’s time to upgrade my daughter Violet to a proper full suspension mountain bike! She’s outgrown her first bike and she’s ready for the real deal. After surprising her with a new Marin Rift Zone Jr, the next step was… Read More ›
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Sisters Stampede Hosting the 2026 OBRA MTB XC Championships!
Exciting news! The iconic Sisters Stampede mountain bike race—established in 2010—will host the 2026 OBRA MTB XC Championships on Sunday, May 24, in Sisters, Oregon. The hard-working crew at Mudslinger Events is providing 28 championship races at the Stampede—with 22 on the long course and 6… Read More ›
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George Brannigan in BC // RNDM
George Brannigan doing what he does best in BC’s interior
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Closing A Chapter | Ryder’s Supernought Sendoff | Side Hits 14
Over the past two seasons, Ryder Wilson has pushed hard and left his mark on the result sheets. Relentless work ethic, sharp focus, and outright speed translated into standout results when it counted. We’ve been stoked to have Ryder flying… Read More ›
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Transition Bikes: Hayden Damon puts his demo Smuggler through the wringer!
There have been a ton of freeriders who have honed their skills in Bellingham, Hayden Damon being one of them. The coolest part of everyone coming out of Bellingham is that they aren’t just good at hitting jumps. With endless… Read More ›
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Westside Mountain Bike Series
WSMTB 2026 schedule Feb 1 Swan CreekFeb 8 Soaring EagleFeb 22 TBA (the birthday party race!)Mar 1 360Mar 8 KettlesMar 22 Lord HillMar 29 States / Henry’s Ridge About the Series Early season cross country mountain bike racing for the… Read More ›
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The Outsider MTB: My First Backcountry IMBA Epic | O’Leary Trail, Oregon
Riding O’Leary Trail had been on my list for a long time and it lived up to it. This is an official IMBA Epic tucked deep in Oregon’s backcountry near McKenzie Bridge. Remote, exposed, and very mentally attentive. Long climbs,… Read More ›
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Friends of the Columbia Gorge: Shared Wild // Where Community Rides Forward
“Shared Wild: Where Community Rides Forward” tells the story of how youth mountain biking in the Columbia Gorge can be about more than trails and technical skills. It can be a pathway to confidence, belonging, and connection to place. Set… Read More ›
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