The Balance of Responsibility in Modern Bike Parks Supporters of personal responsibility in bike parks argue that participation in high-risk activities carries an inherent level of danger that can never be fully removed. Even the most meticulously designed trails, professionally… Read More ›
When Innovation Overshadows Soul // The Cost of Constant Change in Mountain Biking In the ever-evolving world of mountain biking, technology has undeniably transformed the sport. From carbon frames and electronic drivetrains to advanced suspension systems and data-driven performance tuning,… Read More ›
Training Stillness // The Hidden Skill in Mountain Biking and BMX In mountain biking and BMX, athletes dedicate countless hours to perfecting their technique, building endurance, and strengthening their bodies. They learn how to corner faster, jump higher, and maintain… Read More ›
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 ›
The Interbeing of Mountain Biking When I was a child, riding my bicycle was an escape from my parents’ divorce and from moving to another part of the country. It was my way of taking control of a small part… Read More ›
Riding the Edge of Mind: Microdosing Psilocybin and Performance Microdosing psilocybin has started creeping into trailhead chatter, and group rides. It’s no longer just some fringe experiment—it’s becoming part of the performance conversation. I’m not here to hype it or… Read More ›
Technique Over Time // Why Skills Classes Matter No Matter Your Experience Taking a mountain bike skills class is one of the most valuable investments you can make in your riding—whether you’re brand new to the sport or you’ve been… Read More ›
Two Paths, One Presence: The Shared Mindset of Riding and Stillness Mountain biking and meditation might seem like activities that exist on opposite ends of the spectrum—one fast, physical, and adrenaline-fueled; the other quiet, still, and introspective. Yet beneath the… Read More ›
While riding, I lost my GPS device. It might have been one of the best things to happen to me lately while mountain biking. At the risk of sounding like a Luddite, I decided to share a little about why… Read More ›
Mountain Biking, Flow State, and the Psychology of Healing When the Trail Becomes Therapy Mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety often leave people feeling trapped, isolated, and disconnected from daily life. Traditional treatments—therapy, medication, and lifestyle shifts—are critical,… Read More ›
Pedaling for Life: How Cycling Fuels Body, Mind, and Planet Step onto a bike, clip in, and start to move. The rhythm is steady, the air shifts against your skin, and something changes—not just in your legs, but in your… Read More ›
One of the few bicycle memories from my childhood that I still think about. – Rodney Hasty The First Revolution: A child’s awakening to freedom through motion. One of the clearest memories I carry from childhood is the day I… Read More ›
Mountain bike advocacy organizations play a vital role in preserving, maintaining, and expanding access to trails. By donating time or money, riders directly support the infrastructure that allows the sport to thrive. Trails don’t appear or sustain themselves magically; they… Read More ›
The Pumptrack Advantage: Building Skills for Mountain Biking and BMX Riding a pumptrack is one of the most effective and accessible ways to improve your skills for both BMX and mountain biking. At its core, a pumptrack teaches riders how… Read More ›
Ride for joy, not just the burn. Not every pedal needs a purpose. Not every ride needs a metric. Sometimes the best workout is one that makes you feel alive. Chase sunsets, not stats. Laugh down hills. Breathe like it… Read More ›
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