You can roll backwards (also called riding fakie) on ANY bike, it doesn’t take a special wheel to get the job done. In this video, we explain the process that makes it happen, and how you can do it on… Read More ›
Oregon
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Spring Party & Raffle
Hey all, We want to make sure you save the date for our upcoming Spring party and fundraiser. We had a great time last year and are hoping to up the ante and make this party our annual bash. Riding… Read More ›
Super Rider: Ride Your MTB Over Bigger Ledges
If you’ve learned the basics of riding up and over obstacles on your mountain bike, this video is here to help you ride over higher ledges. Using this technique, you can safely learn to ride above wheel height onto an… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Trails Season is Around The corner
Hello Everyone, Trail season is approaching, and we thought we would briefly update you on local trails. Mark your Calendars, HRATS is holding a fun fundraiser with music, 4/20 from 4-8 pm. Details to come over the next month. Klee Way… Read More ›
‘Layers’ Feat. Carson Storch
‘Layers’ is a short film shot in Central Oregon, documenting Carson Storch’s RedBull Rampage preparation. A film by Clay Porter, Rupert Walker, & Jonathon Chandler
Super Rider: The MOST Dominant Bike In The World
This one bike has won more UCI World Cup and World Championship medals than any other bike…ever. Pretty crazy, right? Not only that, but it’s basically perfect out of the box – and it costs less than $3,000. This isn’t… Read More ›
Super Rider: I Made The Worst MTB Switchback Ever
Now that we have the Marin Rift Zone 2 built up, it’s time to put it to the test! Since the weather is still a bit rough right now, I decided to use the obstacles in my warehouse to challenge… Read More ›
Super Rider: Building The Dream MTB!
My Marin Rift Zone 2 has been working great so far, but I wanted to personalize it and prepare it for a big season of riding. I’m certainly not the best mechanic on Earth, but we got the job done!… Read More ›
Super Rider: Can This Dirt Jump Bike Work For Street Trials?
I’m often asked if you can modify a dirt jump bike for street trials – so today I took my Marin Alcatraz bike and made some changes to see if it was possible to set it up for street trials…. Read More ›
Super Rider: Try These MTB Skills Before Your Next Ride!
It’s new bike day!! Time to put together this @marinbikesofficial Rift Zone 2 and take it for a first ride. But before we ride it on the trail, I’m going to show you five drills that I practice at the… Read More ›
Work Hard Play Hard Feat. Carson Storch
Busy spring of 2023, taking on a massive compound rebuild and getting some shredding in at the start of the season. Film/Edit: John Reynolds Add. Film: JP Purdom
Neighborhood Jump – fun little session (Bend, Oregon)
It’s December and somehow the neighborhood dirt jump isn’t covered in snow. We take advantage by having a fun little session with a good crew: Arlie Connolly, Bryce Jentzen, and Chase Warrens. We passed the dadcam back and forth and… Read More ›
Super Rider: Ride Like A Pro In 30 Days!: Days 1 – 30
Introducing the Super Rider 30-Day Bike Skills Challenge! One month of riding, with mountain bike skills and challenges every single day, to make you a better rider. We are going to slowly build up foundational skills to get you more… Read More ›
Support HRATS: Help Sustain Amazing Trails in Hood River!
Hello Everyone, As the year draws to a close, HRATS reflects on our incredible journey this past year. None of our accomplishments would have been possible without the support from individuals like you who share our passion for getting out… Read More ›
Weekend Slayer – Pacific City, Oregon – Days 1 – 5
The perfect storm of a weekend has formed, and we’re headed down to Pacific City Oregon to ride private trails with Carson Storch, and his crew of absolute shredders. As soon as we arrive, we’re given headlamps, and go for… Read More ›
Pivot Cycles presents: Underexposed Gold Beach, Oregon
Underexposed is a self-filmed and produced series by Pivot Cycles athlete Brice Shirbach dedicated to showcasing trail advocacy and stewardship while exploring a variety of trails in places that may be unfamiliar to many. Join Brice as he explores the… Read More ›
Transforming Cascadia: Building Community Through Trail Advocacy | SHIMANO
For nearly a decade, Trans Cascadia has been one of the most renowned multi-day enduro MTB experiences in the world. Known for its adventurous routes, legendary parties, and overall good times, the Trans Cascadia crew certainly knows how to put… Read More ›
2024 Cascadia Dirt Cup Enduro Series
Who’s ready to race? We sure are. It’s time to mark your calendars friends cause we booked you a full season 🤘🏼 🏔️ Hood River – May 18-19th🌲 North Slope – June 1-2nd🏔️ Raging River – June 28-29th🌲 NW Tuneup… Read More ›
Spence Mountain — Sport Oregon Places
Rising above the shores of Upper Klamath Lake, Spence Mountain is quickly becoming one of the best mountain biking destinations in Oregon. Thanks to years of advocacy and trail-building, adventure seekers from all over are now flocking to Spence Mountain… Read More ›
Fluidride Mountain Bike Instructional: Bunny Hops ~ EXPLAINED. Trials vs Trails! – Practice Like a Pro #68
THIS EPISODE with Simon Lawton and @LinneaRooke:Why does it seem like there’s so much conflicting advice about how to do a Bunny Hop?! In this video, Simon breaks down the main reasons you see several different techniques being recommended, and… Read More ›
37th Annual Mudslinger XC – 2024
April 6th, 2024 | BLODGETT, OREGON Presented by Mudslinger Events The 36th annual Mudslinger XC is one of the Northwest’s oldest running mountain bike races. Having been run since 1987, the Mudslinger brings back a vintage atmosphere to Mountain Biking… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: Fall 23′ #7 – The Success of the Hood River County Parking Permit Program, the dirt is still being sculpted, and volunteers needed.
Hello Trail Lovers, Here’s number seven of our eight-week seasonal newsletter. Hood River County’s Parking Permit Program Are you aware of the HRC Parking Permit Program and how it has benefited the community? From a non-motorized Post Canyon trail user’s… Read More ›
Voice Over Trail Reviews: Biking Trillium Lake and Eureka Peak
Located just outside of Government Camp, Oregon, Trillium Lake is a popular cross country skiing and paddle boarding destination. Eureka peak is one of the mountains that stands sentinel over Trillium lake and if you bushwhack to the top of… Read More ›
Fluidride Mountain Bike Instructional: Hand Pressure In Turns – Practice Like a Pro #66
THIS EPISODE with Simon Lawton and @LinneaRooke:There’s a common misconception about how much hand pressure you really need in turns. While many riders, use their upper body to force the bike into the turn, this isn’t optimal because: ⬇ ⬇… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: There’s still plenty of trail work parties to attend. Put them on your calendar!
Hello Trail Lovers, Here’s number six of our eight-week seasonal newsletter. Thank you to all who came out Sunday for the first big HRATS work party!A bunch of you showed up ready to go and we were able to hit… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: Work Parties, trail grants, fall fundraising
Hello Trail Lovers, Here’s number four of our eight week seasonal newsletter. Work PartiesPut your Carhartts on, and come get dirty! (Or visit our webpage and push the donate button). 44 Trails: If you love to ride up there, now… Read More ›
Mo and Hannah: Riding WHISTLER Bike Park on TRAIL BIKES?!?
We finally have made it to the greatest bike park in the world, Whistler Bike Park! And lucky for us we are stoked to have great conditions and an awesome tour guide in @VanCan ! But will we be okay… Read More ›
Fluidride Mountain Bike Instructional: To Hinge Or Not To Hinge – Practice Like a Pro #65
THIS EPISODE:There are many misconceptions about body position, and one of the most common and detrimental ones is around hinging at your hips. This is when you specifically bend at your hips and lower your chest. There are many types… Read More ›
BKXC: THEY DON’T MESS AROUND AT SPENCE! Best trails I’ve ridden in a while
It is ENDLESS STOKE at Spence Mountain. They milk the mountain for all it’s worth. Ridelog: https://www.trailforks.com/ridelog/vi… These trails are rated expert / black diamond. I think they would be considered double black diamond difficulty in most places (except British… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: Shuttle Day, Fall fund-raising, E-bike 101, 44 Trails work parties
Greetings, Trail folk! We hope you’re enjoying the fall sprinkles and resulting brown pow. Here’s the latest and greatest trail news for the week. Oct. 7 is Shuttle Day!The annual Fall shuttle day fundraiser returns on Saturday October 7 from… Read More ›
Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day 2024
Saturday, October 7th, 2024 IMBA chapters across the country have teamed up with NICA this year to put on some incredible #TKMBD events. From engaging youth in trail work days with land managers and NICA’s Teen Trail Corps; to trick-or-treating-on-two-wheels;… Read More ›
Weekend Slayer – Pacific City – Days 1+2
The perfect storm of a weekend has formed, and we’re headed down to Pacific City Oregon to ride private trails with Carson Storch, and his crew of absolute shredders. As soon as we arrive, we’re given headlamps, and go for… Read More ›
Bike Park 242 Grand Opening
Saturday, October 7th, 2023 • 1750 McKinney Butte Rd, Sisters, OR 97759
Voice Over Trail Reviews: Fear and Loaming
Fear and Loaming is located on Highway 6 just outside of Banks, Oregon. It’s a great option for folks seeking out a downhill shuttle experience who live on the West side of the Portland metropolitan area. Patreon: / voiceovertrailsTrailforks: https://www.trailforks.com/trails/fea…
2023 Post Canyon Air Jam
September 30th, 2023 Freestyle Jam Extendedplay/ Yogarobics 3:00PM Hood River, Oregon
Proving Grounds Pacific City hosted by Carson Storch 2023 | Strait, Bergemann, Zink, Goomes + more
When Proving Grounds teams up with one of the world’s best freeriders, @CarsonStorch to invite 12 top athletes to his dream zone on Oregon’s Pacific Coast for a mega three-zone, three-day super session, you know there’ll be fireworks. The biggest… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: Shuttle Day, new trails, fundraising
Hey friends, Happy fall and welcome back to our seasonal newsletter. Here’s the latest local trails news. Oct. 7 is Shuttle Day!The annual Fall shuttle day fundraiser returns on Saturday October 7th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A $45… Read More ›
Brave Endeavors: Guided Core Workout for Mountain Bikers
Grab an exercise ball and let Bekah Rottenberg, NASM certified personal trainer and professional mountain bike coach, take you through a 7 min full core workout! This guided workout is part of a larger 60 min workout from buildCLASS. If… Read More ›
Bikepacking Their Way From Portland To The Coast
You don’t need a car or a bus ticket to take a trip from Portland to the Oregon Coast. All it takes is a bike, gear, supplies and a spirit for adventure.
Fluidride Mountain Bike Instruction: Jump Better: Understanding Compression vs Pre-Load – Practice Like a Pro #62
THIS EPISODE:A lot of riders ask us; “How do I hold pre-load”? First, we need to understand the full mechanics of a jump face and the terrain leading into it, so we can specifically tailor our actions to the length… Read More ›
Cascadia MTB 