Category Archives: Thoughts from a Mountain Biker

Essential Mountain Bike Mechanical Skills

Posted on February 22, 2012 by mbmounta

Despite the amount of friends who have decent mountain bikes and ride frequently, I’m amazed at the lack of mechanical skill they possess- and even show interest in. Except, that is, when something goes wrong, they look puzzled and ask me to Continue reading →

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Facing Your Demons

Posted on February 13, 2012 by mbmounta

A saying often used tells you to get back on the horse if you fall off, which figures. If you hesitate you might think about what happened and become fearful. Perhaps even to the level of not getting back on Continue reading →

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Fresher than mouthwash

Posted on February 7, 2012 by mbmounta

I’m a pretty deep sleeper and tend to struggle getting out of bed. I have to set several alarms to even wake me up properly, and when I rise from my pit I bumble around like some kind of zombie. Continue reading →

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Ice Ice Baby

Posted on February 3, 2012 by mbmounta

For the first time this year, I’ve felt properly cold out riding- and I’ve been loving it. I’m one of those people who love it hot and dry, love it cold and dry and don’t even mind cold and wet Continue reading →

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Flats for show, SPD’s for a pro…

Posted on February 2, 2012 by mbmounta

In the more recent years, many flat pedal die hards have been trying out SPD type pedals and are reaping the benefits. Flat pedals are great fun, and to an extent make you learn techniques and riding style by the Continue reading →

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