Singletracks Mountain Bike News

Charlie Kelly is a man who can rightfully claim many firsts in the sport of mountain biking: promoting the first mountain bike race, co-founding the first company to sell complete mountain bikes, and starting the first mountain bike magazine, Fat Tire Flyer. He’s known as one of the founding fathers of mountain biking, and is a member of the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame. I talk with Charlie about the early days of mountain biking, and how he and others helped shape the mountain bike culture of today. Check out Charlie’s website for more about MTB history, including photos. There is also a Go Fund Me campaign to digitize Charlie’s massive collection of mountain bike media collected from the 1970s through 1992. Watch the video below to get more info and donate here. Thanks to Stio for sponsoring this episode. Go to stio.com/singletracks to check out their entire Pedal Collection of shorts and jerseys, and take up to 70% off through June 25, 2018. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com a

We share our tips for becoming a better mountain bike climber including equipment selection, technique, and mental hacks for getting to the top of the hill faster. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Leah and Jeff talk with Singletracks’ new staff writer, Matt Miller. Matt is a journalism graduate and enduro mountain biker based in Golden, CO. We also talk about our summer travel plans and preview upcoming coverage. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Mountain bike guidebook author Stephen Hlawaty was documenting the best mountain bike trails in Colorado nearly two decades before the #vanlife started trending. Now he’s back at it with an updated edition of his book, Mountain Biking Colorado: An Atlas of Colorado’s Greatest Off-Road Bicycle Rides.I spoke with Stephen about his favorite trails, what it takes to document and publish mountain bike trail information, and why he’s still a fan of paper books in the digital age. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Today we talk with cycling coach Ben Turits about common mountain bike injuries and how to prevent them. Ben shares his tips for dealing with knee, back, neck, and arm pain through exercise, stretching, bike fit, and recovery. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Sure, a lot of mountain bike production happens outside North America, but a surprising amount of work is being done by American companies at home. We talk about what it takes to design, engineer, prototype, and test mountain bikes, components and gear. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, we talk with professional mountain bike instructor Richard La China about the number one skill mountain bikers need help with, plus the biggest mistakes mountain bikers make when it comes to building technical skills. We also get the low down on how riders are able to progress from small jumps to nailing huge gaps. For more information, check out ridelikeaninja.com. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, I talk with Daniel Jessee about an exciting project to create an long-distance, East Coast bikepacking route called the Eastern Divide Project. Daniel is an experienced bikepacker who has travelled all around the world, and he shares his expert tips for getting started. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

In this episode, we talk about the new mountain bike products on display at Sea Otter this year. From new and updated enduro, trail, and XC bikes to components and accessories, there is a lot to cover! Listen in as we speak with representatives from many of the companies at Sea Otter 2018. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Greg and Jeff highlight some of the best mountain bike trails in the mountain states of Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, and Nevada. We’ll share our favorite destinations, lift-served resorts, all-around trail systems, backcountry rides, frontcountry/suburban rides, and long distance trails. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

For some of us, endurance training means gearing up for a 6 or 12 hour race or a multi-day stage race. For others, it simply means hanging on at the back of the pack for a 2-hour ride. For everyone, mountain bike endurance looks different, but for anyone who has a goal to get fit, our guest has some great advice for success. Ben Turits runs a coaching business and sports therapy practice called The Endurance Collective. He coaches the Duke University Cycling team as well as a number of mountain bike athletes including Travis Livermon. Ben is helping Travis prepare for the 2020 Olympics to compete in cross-country mountain biking. In this episode, Ben shares his tips for endurance training, talks about the tools of the trade, and shares his philosophy for coaching elite mountain bike athletes. To connect with Ben and to learn more about the Endurance Collective, go to theendurancecollective.com. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support

Neil Beltchenko holds the record for both the Colorado Trail Race and the Arizona Trail 750, and is a contributor at Bikepacking.com. Neil recently won the Iditarod 350 bikepacking race in Alaska, and is hosting the second annual Bikepacking Summit in Gunnison, Colorado this September. In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, I talk with Neil about bikepacking in Alaska, and the fundamental skills necessary to be a successful bikepack racer. Don’t miss this great interview! --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

For many of us, mountain biking is a lifelong sport. So that means a retirement to the coast of Florida just isn’t going to cut it. Back in 2016 Greg started a great discussion on the Singletracks forums about the best mountain bike retirement locations, and recently followed up with an in-depth article about truly affordable mountain bike towns. Today we’re going to discuss his findings, and talk about some challenges associated with keeping great MTB destinations affordable. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Great mountain bike trails exist wherever there are dedicated riders, and the Central USA is no exception. One could spend a lifetime exploring the excellent singletrack from Texas to Michigan so today we are going to highlight many of the trails and destinations that should not be missed. This episode is sponsored by the Keweenaw Adventure Company. Book your Copper Harbor trip at keweenawadventure.com today, use promo code singletracks for a discount! --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

From the outside, it might seem like mountain bikers are living the wild life, but one of the reasons many of us ride is simply to catch a glimpse of the wildlife. We’re going to share some of our own experiences with wildlife on the trail and also talk about some extreme cases of wildlife encounters on the trail. We’ll also share tips for dealing with various animals on the trail. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

What is the best way to keep mountain bikers engaged in the sport? Well, for starters, pizza never hurts! If you’re listening to this podcast episode, chances are you’re hooked on mountain biking. But not everyone sticks with mountain biking, and many riders eventually move on to other things, leaving their bikes to gather dust in the garage. What, if anything, can be done to prevent people from leaving the sport, and how can we reactivate those who are already gone? Today we’re going to talk about ways to keep mountain bikers engaged and active. If you have a friend who is losing the fire, or you even find yourself starting to ride less, this is the episode for you. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Despite being a relatively young sport, mountain biking has a rich history starting in the 1800s. Over the years, the sport has evolved and branched into different disciplines ranging from cross-country to downhill. In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, we talk about the origins of mountain biking and explain the various forms of mountain biking that exist today. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

The frame is easily the most visible part of any bike build, and a well-built mountain bike frame can last for decades. Today we’re going to focus on the most common materials used in mountain bike frames, and discuss the pros and cons of each. A lot of our materials discussion will apply to bike parts–like handlebars and seatposts–as well. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Whether you’re planning a trip to mountain bike in the southeast, or you’re just curious about the scene, don’t miss this episode! Aaron, Greg, and Jeff discuss our favorite bike trails to ride in the southeastern USA, where mountain bikers will find big mountains and an off-season that never comes. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

For those outside the sport, it might seem like mountain bikers speak another language. Even new riders may find themselves nodding along in a conversation, not knowing exactly what’s being said. Whether you’re a noob trying to break the code or an old-timer looking to brush up on the latest lingo, this podcast should get you up to speed. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support