Best Mountain Bikes for Halpatiokee Regional ParkWhether you’re new to mountain biking or just getting back into it, shopping for a mountain bike can be intimidating. Knowing what type of bike you need for the type of riding you’ll be doing is essential. For more details on all the types of mountain bikes, read How to... Read more
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Best Mountain Bikes for Jonathan Dickinson State ParkWhether you’re new to mountain biking or just getting back into it, shopping for a mountain bike can be intimidating. Knowing what type of bike you need for the type of riding you’ll be doing is essential. For more details on all the types of mountain bikes, read How... Read more
Carbon vs Alloy Wheels
May 8, 2026
Carbon wheels are a big upgrade to consider for most bike owners. What are the real differences between carbon vs alloy wheels? Are carbon wheels really worth it? Let us lay out the details for you. Alloy Wheels From a strict performance standard, carbon wheels are the way to go. However, there are many alloy... Read more
Women’s-Specific Vs. Unisex Bikes
May 8, 2026
What makes a women’s-specific bike different? Unisex bikes are made to fit a variety of riders How bike availability may impact your decision Have you ever wondered, “Do I need to buy a women’s-specific bike vs. a unisex bike?” It’s a valid question that we hear a lot in the store and, depending on who... Read more
Local Beginner-Friendly MTB Races
May 8, 2026
Are you interested in mountain bike racing but hesitate to sign up? We are here to encourage you to try it out! Signing up for a local race is a great way to challenge yourself as a rider AND support your local trails at the same time. As luck would have it, we have a... Read more
Let’s Talk Tech
May 8, 2026
Garmin Varia RCT715 This rearview radar with tail light pairs with your Edge® bike computer or compatible smartphone to alert you of vehicles approaching from behind. It’s small, it’s easy to mount, and it works with just about any bike. Get more life out of your radar with up to 16 hours of battery life... Read more
Bike Helmet Round-Up: Our Staff Picks
May 7, 2026
Amber- Bontrager Circuit MIPS Cycling Helmet Price: $159.99 Great For: Road and Gravel Riders It’s equipped with all the best features, like MIPS brain protection system, BOA® Fit SystemBoa fit system for superior comfort and security, and the Blendr mount system for light and camera integration. The Bontrager Circuit MIPS Cycling Helmet is perfect for... Read more
How to Choose Bike Pedals
May 7, 2026
Of the three touch points between you and your bike (handlebars, saddle, and pedals), pedals are the most important contact points for transferring power to the bike. While pedals are somewhat universal in function, they vary greatly in application. As a newer rider or someone diving into a new riding style, selecting the right pedals... Read more
Top Beginner Friendly Off-Road Bikes
May 7, 2026
Want to try something new this season? Take your love for riding bikes off road. Check out our guide with our top beginner friendly off-road bikes recommendations and where to ride them. Be sure and stop by to test ride and see what bike is best for you. What type of off-road riding would you... Read more
Mountain bikers will agree that going tubeless is one of the biggest game changers for the sport in recent years. Nowadays, tubeless is the standard for mountain and gravel biking and most of these bikes are equipped with tubeless-compatible wheels and tires.Once you learn the set up, you’ll be ready to ditch tubes and riding... Read more
Shop Mountain Bikes Mountain Biker Resources There is definitely a learning curve when it comes to learning the ropes of mountain biking. We’d like to outline the top five mistakes beginners make when just starting out on the trail. There are a lot of things to learn, but these are some of our top things... Read more
Shimano vs SRAM: Mountain Bike Components
May 6, 2026
Shop Mountain Bikes Related Pages Shimano vs SRAM: Mountain Bike Components Two of the leaders in bike components are Shimano and SRAM. There are a lot of offerings between the two—from basic groupsets to top-of-the-line. How do you determine what’s what? Well don’t worry, we made it easy for you! Refer to our Shimano vs... Read more












