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I used to tell beginner mountain bikers that they should attempt at least one new trick or obstacle each time they go out for a ride. For some people that means trying to ride a tricky rock garden without dabbing or for others it might mean learning to speed hop log crossings. The point is to improve mountain bike skills over time so that each time you ride you ride with more confidence.
At some p…

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Women’s mountain bike camps and clinics popping up all over the country. IMBA is teaming up with Dirt Series by Rocky Mountain bikes at two special camps in Hood River, OR and Park City, UT. Brush up on your technique, master new stunts AND make some new friends at these weekend camps. Rocky Mountain is even offering a $300 gift certificate towards the purchase of a new mountain bike to D…

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Movies about mountain biking are usually pretty predictable. Start with an interview/profile of a tatted up rider, show him/her do some gnarly jumps, and end with “outtakes” of said rider taking some nasty falls. Score the film with a little punk or heavy metal and you’ve got yourself a legitimate mountain bike movie ready for the 12-18 year old male demographic.
But 24 Solo isn&…

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Wow, what an awesome performance by the US women in the first round of this year’s Mountain Bike World Cup.
From usacycling.org:
Led by Georgia Gould (Ketchum, Idaho/Luna), who placed eighth as the top American in the series opener in Houffalize, the U.S. is currently ranked number one in the world with 864 points. With an impressive showing in Belgium, China improved from 11th to second wit…

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I agree with Kevin on his thoughts on riding with dogs. I have an energetic 95 lb shepard-lab mix, Jackson, as my running buddy (personal trainer might be more appropriate) but I have way too many concerns about taking him riding on the trails with me. Jackson can run 3-4 miles no problem but once in the woods, he’s running up and down trails, zig-zagging every which way easily racking up…

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Blue Collar received a Garmin Edge 205 GPS unit today for a review. The Edge series from Garmin is made specifically for cycling and comes in two flavors. The 205, which I’m reviewing, has all the specs listed below while the 305 has the added features of heart rate and cadence monitors.
In the box you receive:

Edge 205 unit
Bike mount
Garmin Training Center® CD
AC charger
USB cable
Owne…

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Blue Collar received a Garmin Edge 205 GPS unit today for a review. The Edge series from Garmin is made specifically for cycling and comes in two flavors. The 205, which I’m reviewing, has all the specs listed below while the 305 has the added features of heart rate and cadence monitors.
In the box you receive:

Edge 205 unit
Bike mount
Garmin Training Center® CD
AC charger
USB cable
Owne…

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Bike tours are a great way to combine a love of travel and biking. Going on a bike tour can be the vacation of your dreams.Original post by Guitar Ted

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For most bikers, a Spain bike tour would be the trip of a lifetime. Planning and preparing for this trip can help you to get the maximum enjoyment from your expense.Original post by Guitar Ted

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Tuscany is quickly becoming known for its wonderful wines. On your cycling in Italy trip, taking a side trip to this beautiful city can become a highlight.Original post by Guitar Ted

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