Singletracks Mountain Bike News

It seems many of the latest mountain bike innovations are being pitched as good for consumers because they add stiffness (see Boost 148, 35mm handlebars, wider rims, etc.) So why is stiffness important to mountain bikers, and aren’t bikes stiff enough already? We attempt to uncover the truth. --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 with Maxxis bike marketing specialist Bobby Brown about plus size mountain bike tires and wheels. After discussing the pros and cons of plus-size tires, we talk about the best applications, what’s happening to 29+, and why 27.5+ bikes seem to be sweeping the market. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Aaron and I discuss the history of waterproof gear, from animal skins to Gore-Tex and everything in between. We also talk about what it means for a material to be waterproof yet breathable, and how waterproof gear can help mountain bikers. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Ever wonder how mountain bike trail difficulties are rated? We discuss both subjective and objective measures of trail difficulty, and explain the difference between technically and physically difficult trails. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

With so many great full suspension mountain bikes on the market today, why are people still riding hardtail bikes? In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, we discuss the history of mountain bike suspension and the advantages hardtail mountain bikes still have over their fully squishy brethren today. --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, Aaron, Greg, and I share tips for choosing a great bikepacking route and attempt to dispel the myth that you need fancy gear to get 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 today’s episode, Jeff, Greg, and Aaron discuss the issue of e-bikes on mountain bike trails. We cover a recent study by IMBA and new regulations out of California and also talk about why so many mountain bikers are opposed to electric mountain bikes and where, if anywhere, they might be appropriate. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

One of the best ways to get to know a mountain biker is to ask what kind of bike they ride. In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron, Greg, and I talk about the mountain bikes we own and also the ones we hope to own in the future. --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 talks about his summer MTB trip to Spain. --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, Aaron, Greg, and I reflect on this year’s tradeshow and discuss some of the most interesting products we found. Also, we explore why 2016 has been such a tough year for bike retailers across the board. --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 better-late-than-never episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron, Greg, Helena, and I talk about the bikes we tested at Outdoor Demo on Tuesday. --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, Aaron and I talk briefly about Interbike Outdoor Demo, Day 1. We recap the bikes we tested and talk about our plans for tomorrow. Stay tuned to the podcast this week to get daily show updates in addition to our written and social media coverage. --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, Aaron talks about his recent mountain bike trip to West Virginia. --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, Aaron and I offer tips for responsible mountain biking. Bottom line: you can still have plenty of fun while being a responsible trail user. --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 about some of the barriers to getting started with mountain biking and share specific ideas for improving fitness and technical skills. And if you’ve been riding for a long time, you won’t want to miss our tips for taking friends out for their first ride. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

It seems the topic of trail booby trapping, AKA trail terrorism, has been in the news a lot lately. We sat down to discuss just what the heck is going on out there. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Technology is creeping into our everyday lives, and that includes mountain biking. In this episode we discuss the use of electronics on the trail, everything from GPS to cameras, smartphones to music. Where do you draw the tech line on your rides? --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 about an extremely hot mountain biking ride from a few years ago that could have ended in disaster, if not for a trailside call to 911 and a rescue from the local volunteer fire department. Aaron also talks about his own heat-related emergency during this year’s Off Road Assault on Mount Mitchell mountain bike race. --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 about some of the bikes we have in for testing and preview some of the destinations we’re visiting this summer. We also talk about new and updated bikes from Niner, Santa Cruz, and Trek. Plus: what’s grinding our gears and stoking our spokes. --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 each bike in our list of the top 10 enduro bikes of 2016. Still not sure what enduro even means? Then you definitely don’t want to miss this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support