Cold Weather Cross Training: Nirve Night Owl
Nirve Night Owl I was up in Nor Cal for Christmas this past weekend so I decided to bring the Nirve Night Owl for some pavement pounding or what I’d consider cross training. I got out at 7am in 30 degree weather with some wind… not the most…
P. Bush’s Crew
Picture from Washington Post People may not like President Bush because of his policies (and his popularity numbers bear this out) but we can not deny that he hasn’t raised public awareness and perception of mountain bikers. The Washington Post…
Giant is GIANT
I used to think (and I’m sure many people still think) that every bike company has their own little plant in China or Taiwan churning out hundreds of bikes a year. But this plain untrue. The vast majority of bikes you see out there (especially…
How do you know you’re a masher?
Before I answer this question, a little background on my weekend’s ride: Redline Mono 9 enjoying the sun and dirt. Look at the paint sparkle. This ride started out harmlessly enough. It was a nice climb up Marshall Canyon for some fun singletrack…
Riding a New Trail
I’m heading out to a new trail this Saturday for some early morning riding and I am stoked. For me, riding a new trail is always a fun experience but sometimes the anticipation of riding something new is just as fun. Riding a familiar trail has its…
Offseasonitis – Overview
What is Offseasonitis? Offseasonitis is an annual cyclical disease that once caught affects the patient on a yearly cycle. Although not terminal Offseasonitis can lead to other diseases that will slowly chip away at your health. Offseasonitis, also known…
Niner Bikes: Jet 9
Jet 9 in Kermit Green Niner bikes, a bike company solely dedicated to producing 29ers, is coming out with the Jet 9. The Jet 9 is a 3 inch, FS race bike. Here’s what Niner bikes has to say about the production of the Jet 9: Well, we can finally say…
Cheap Inside Chain Guide
With a chain flapping like that, it’s just a matter of time before the chain is thrown Throwing a chain is an issue with many 1×9 drivetrains and the Redline Mono 9 was no different. Over the months of testing I threw my chain three times, but…
Metal in the Carbon Superfly?
Yes and apparently it’s not long enough. Gary Fisher’s new carbon hardtail 29er, the Superfly, has a metal sleeve in the seat tube. Apparently the sleeve is a little too short and is causing the seat post to rock back and forth inside the…
Carbon?
I’ve always liked the look of carbon. There is just something about the weave that just looks cool. Add the fact that carbon is very light and strong and we can all see why carbon is a very highly sought after material for many riders. But with…