Archive for the 'Mountain Bike Skills' Category

The Drawbacks to 29er Mountain Bikes

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

Personally, I love 29ers.  They are fast, agile, bump-absorbing, and have great traction.  However, with all the advantages of 29er mountain bikes, any would-be owner should be aware of the disadvantages this new breed of mountain bike has. First, 29ers have bigger wheels and rims then traditional 26 inch bikes.  This makes them somewhat slower [...]

Beginner Mountain Bike Skills

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

Mountain biking is an exciting sport that can be enjoyed by anyone who knows how to ride a bike.
Compared to the average bike ride, it does present some danger. Therefore, you should master these basic skills before you hit the trails or the dirt.