The sweetest trails and riding spots
Tomorrow I’m coaching a young DH pinner at Keystone. Since I no longer have a downhill bike, I have to make sure the Enduro suspension is dialed. So off to Hall Ranch I went for a mix of turny turns and rocky rocks.
Hey, I’m going to Northstar this weekend to race in the beginner’s (junior) class (karpiel, speed control, sticks & stones). This is my first time racing DH and I need some tips. I will be riding my Trek Remedy. I already have a chainguide, 28″ bars, 40mm stem, a RS lyrik, and 2.3 DTC nevegals F&R. Thanks!
Joseph
Preview of a new freeride trail in Curt Gowdy State Park. This is a great time to be a mountain biker.
Check out this new trail at Cragg Quarry in Bacup, Lancashire, England.
Fully geared up, holding the Stumpy, clicking my heels together … “There’s no place like Bacup, there’s no place like Bacup …”
Lee-
We finally were able to get going on the design for our city bike park.
Based on the information I got from your book, I’ve come up with the attached preliminary lay-out for the pump track. I wonder if you can take a few minutes and provide your input. To be honest with you, I’m not totally in love with it, but this is about the 5th incarnation.
I have roughly 175’x115’ set aside for the pump track. I’m almost worried that this is too big. What do you think?
I appreciate whatever input you could provide. Thanks!
Corey, Professional Engineer
Finally!
Today I did the last round of edits — really, I mean it this time — and exported the print-ready pdfs. Tomorrow I meet with a potential investor. Based on that negotiation I’ll decide whether to do on-demand digital printing (low initial cost, low profit margin) or print 5,000 copies on a traditional press (high initial cost, higher profit margin). The finish line is so close I just want to sprint for it, but I need to stay smart.
The proofs look great. I can’t wait to get this book out there!
The web has some sweet videos of pro downhiller Curtis Keene rocking a Stumpjumper in Santa Cruz. Curtis can ride any Specialized he wants; why does he choose a Stumpy instead of an Enduro?
Tomorrow I’m shooting the final photos for the book Pro BMX Skills. Stoked!
Today after I taught MTB at Lyons Bike Park, I planned the shots and reacquainted myself with the 20. Little! Quick! Fun!
You’re climbing hard and it feels easy.
You’re descending fast and it feels slow.
Our man John fancies himself a smooth rider, yet he lost his pedal on a jump and broke his ankle. He’s searching for meaning in this disaster.
Today I rolled the Tricross to the DMV then pinned it up Boulder Canyon, Four Mile Canyon, Poor Man and Sunshine Canyon to home. I’d rather rip singletrack, but there’s something horribly awesome about pedaling up a mountain as hard as you can.
This is cool: Some old farts are holding a vintage BMX race series at County Line BMX in Centennial, CO.
Your carcass has to be at least 30 years old. Your bike has to be at least 20 years old. Quill stems, caliper brakes and flat pedals are mandatory. If you don’t know what a caliper brake is, forget about it.