Archive for May, 2007
MapSend Topo 3D USA: Does the job
I purchased the Magellan eXplorist 400 “Wilderness bundle” a couple weeks back and I’ve been using the included MapSend Topo 3D USA software for sending detailed maps to my GPS receiver. I was quickly amazed at the improved utility of my eXplorist 400 yet somewhat frustrated with the whole process.
The information contained in the MapSend software is mega-detailed – from 20-foo…
Beyond the Zion Curtain: Bike trails sneak past regulations
In one of mountain biking’s top riding destinations, the original trailblazers continue to create paths — often without permission from the law. Original post by asmith@usacycling.org
No commentsMountain bike racing invades Mazeppa
As the racing season heats up, competitors can be thankful volunteer bike patrols are there to ensure safety and keep mountain biking accessible to all types of riders.Original post by asmith@usacycling.org
No commentsOff Road to Athens MTB Film: Great
I’m starting to think that all great mountain bike movies have to be documentaries. Fictional cycling dramas always turn out cheesy (think Breaking Away and American Flyers) and most adrenaline flicks just don’t have a plot. Documentaries, on the other hand, combine the rush of riding and competition with the unscripted drama that surrounds the sport. This past weekend I had the chance…
A reader’s design
Carlos sent me these nice renderings of a frame that he would like to build. He wants a classically designed frame, but he plans to make the front triangle out of titanium and the seatstays and chainstays from carbon fiber. He asked in his message why titanium and carbon are not commonly used together like aluminum and carbon. My answer would be because carbon seatstays on an aluminum frame are de…
Are you fast or slow? Epic or not?
If you’re competitive like me you probably wonder from time to time how you stack up with other mountain bikers. Sure you could enter a race but we all know those things aren’t fair or accurate anyway Luckily singletracks makes it easy for you to measure up without stepping up to the starting line.
First off, let’s talk speed. Each trail listing on singletracks shows the averag…
Mystery revealed: Singletrack vs. Singletracks
When I first started writing this blog on a regular basis back in January, I alluded to the fact that I was calling this the “Singletrack” blog rather than the “Singletracks” blog. Subtle difference, yes, but perhaps perplexing for some. Well perplex yourself no more…
When we first started out 9 years ago we really wanted to call the site singletrack.com but as you m…
Refurbished, custom bikes in UK: Flip this bike
Want a one-of-a-kind bike without having to do alot of work? Specialbike can hook you up with a refurbished ride sporting brand-spanking new components and a fresh paint job. Looking for that cherry 1968 Schwinn with a banana seat? How about a Trek Antelope like all the rich kids were riding back in the 1990s? Specialbike will hunt one down for you, restore it to pristine condition, and sell it to…
No commentsFinding new bike trails: Books vs. websites
Believe it or not, I started mountain biking in the dark days before the Internet. Back then there were basically three ways to find new mountain bike trails: 1. Talk to a friend 2. Talk to your local bike shop 3. Buy a guidebook. Talking to friends worked well but usually limited you to the same old local trails. Bike shops were another good source but were often staffed by clueless roadies whos…
IMBA Trail Care Crew at Tsali June 2-3
Just got this in my inbox on Tuesday, not sure I’ll be able to make it out but it sounds like fun (and a good thing to do as well):
IMBA is coming to Tsali, NC, June 2-3, and you’re invited to join in the special events. Anna Laxague and Jason Wells of the Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew are teaming with SORBA and the United States Forest Service for a weekend dedicated to improving loca…