More of the Biggest Advances in Mountainbike Tech and Ranting on Wimpy Behavior

I break down a thread on Facebook where we got into the advancements in bikes that have made it more fun and faster in the last 10 years.  Also, I get pretty worked up today over the lack of toughness we are teaching kids is acceptable based on some people I watched trying to avoid rain today. Finally, if you don't know Humble Pie, listen to this and then thank me. Then go burn your Steve Miller cd's.

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Back to Basics: The Two Most Important Mountainbike Specs When Choosing a Bike

Today, I break down the two most basic and important elements you need to know for buying a mountain bike today, and how it depends on the type of riding you want to have the most fun on.

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The Biggest Advancement in Mountainbiking in 10 Years, and Garrett Hubbard in Studio!

Garrett joins me to talk about the biggest technical advancement in mountainbiking in 10 years, how to develop a relationship with a bike shop, and why cross country racers are now moving to dropper posts too!

A rider at Fountainhead Regional Park in Virginia

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How to Do a 4 Minute Pre-Ride Bike Safety and Mechanical Check of Your Mountain Bike

Today I break down a listener response to the Bikes in Wilderness Senate bill, then I pitch the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition's remaining 4 trail work days for 2016. Finally, I tell you what you need to know to do a comprehensive but quick bike safety and mechanical check of your mountain bike so you don't face disaster on the trail.

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Garrett Hubbard in Studio To Discuss 5 Reasons Your Mountain Bike Rims Should Be Wider

Today Garrett Hubbard visits the studio. We discussed the new Senate bill that would allow bikes in federally owned Wilderness Areas and why it is good news for bikers, give you a killer tech tip that will keep your bike intact in a crash, and we also break down the trend toward wide rims, what sizes are available, why they are better, and why you shouldn't be a weight weenie at the expense of stability and handling--it can actually cost you speed!

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How To Track Stand and A MountainBiking Infographic Breakdown

Today I break down a Singletrack.com survey infographic and what it says about mountainbikers. I also describe how to learn the track stand, which is where you balance your bike without moving, and why it is a useful skill.  We did a trail work day at Lake Fairfax also, and I lay out why you need to get out and do some trail work too.

Singletracks.com Infographic

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7 Best Mountain Bike Crashes and Don't Scar Your Girlfriend

Today I discuss the different types of mountainbiking crashes you might experience, including the Slap Shot, the Double Shot, and the Slow Moe Uh Oh.  I also relate some horror stories from the backcountry, including the time I dropped a rock that sliced open my then girlfriend's neck. You should avoid doing that!

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MTB Instroctor Sued for Millions, an Inspiring MTB Coach, and AMB Group Ride Planned

I discuss the inspiring story of Grace Ragland, a biking coach with multiple sclerosis, and a startling UK legal case where a mountain bike instructor was successfully sued for 4m pounds, the upcoming trail work days in our area, and the tragic increase in highway deaths this year.

UK Instructor Sued

Grace Ragland, NICA coach

 

 

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Flat Pedal Review Discussion and How to Use Traffic Lanes on the Highway

I do a breakdown of mountain bike flat pedals posted on VitalMTB.com and also rant about how to use the various lanes of traffic on our nations highways.  I also answer some listener email dealing with trail right of way.

 

 

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AMB 53: 100 Amazing Reasons to Get a Dropper Post Already

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I may not have counted correctly but I'm sure there are at least a dozen good reasons to get a dropper post for your mountain bike. Go ahead and do that today.  A decent dropper post can be had for less than $200 dollars and the reliability and competition is at previously unforeseen levels.



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AMB 51: Redefining Difficulty in Mountain Biking

Today I relate difficulty in bouldering to how we think of hard mountain biking.  I also rant about trail etiquette, because you need to hear it.

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AMB 50: Garrett Hubbard in Studio and On Point

In studio with me today is Garrett Hubbard, a local downhill rider who started riding in 1996 and raced in college for UC Santa Barbara in the late 90's. We chat about trail styles, bike geometry, and what it's like to be a team rider.

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AMB 49: Five Cold Weather Mountain Biking Tips and More on Finding Riding Partners

On today's show I give 5 killer tips on getting your bike to perform best in cold weather. I also pontificate more on finding riding partners and groups, and I sneak in another rant on leaf blowers. And I introduce Neko Mullaly and Sean Leader's new bike park in eastern Tennessee.

Windrock Bike Park in Tennessee

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AMB 48: How To Find Moderate Group Rides in NOVA and Why Toll Lanes are UnAmerican

I tee off on toll lanes, USB plugs, and my cruise control problems. Oh yeah, and I answer a listener email about how to find group rides that suit his ability.

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AMB 47: French Alps Trip Report Part 2 and Why Stress is Good for You

Turns out stress can be a good thing for your health! I break down why this is and I also talk more about my experience being guided on a mountain bike in the French Alps at Les Arcs.

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AMB 46: How To Break Your Face in the Alps and a Clinton Email Rant

As a former email server administrator, I give my take on the Clinton email issue, and I also talk about my mountain biking trip to the Alps in 2015, where I had the pleasure of experiencing the French emergency medical care system firsthand.

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AMB 45: High School Mountainbiking Team and Presidential Endorsement

Today I rant about fake dairy products, break down an article in the Baltimore Sun about a high school mountainbiking team, and I give my long awaited presidential endorsement.


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