Author: RL Policar

RL Policar is an avid mountain biker and the Editor In-Chief of MtnBikeRiders.com and BikeCommuters.com. Between the two sites, he's published well over 4,000 articles (and growing).

I’ve got an extra vehicle that is really good on gas that I’d rather use as my main vehicle to take me to and from trails. So rather than spending up to $160 on an aftermarket hitch, I called, Team Racer, Nick DiBlasi to see if he could help me out. Not sure if many…

Just got these babies in! Perfect timing for this weekend’s Nationals in Fontana, Ca. This is a 3/4 sleeve jersey that can be used for any style of riding. Even Piggy Back Rides. I’d like to thank those who pre-ordered!

These awesome wool socks are available through our sister site, BikeCommuters.com for the low low price of $15 shipped to any where in the US! 60% Wool, 25% Acrylic, 10% polypropylene, 5% spandex. 100% kickass. Order them now because we have to pay the bills and all that jazz. Besides I’m getting older so I…

Strong title…ya well it is because I recently found out that my medical insurance coverage was terminated by my employer due to budget cut backs. What does this mean for me? Well, one of the agreements I have with Priscilla is that if I race, I can only do it while I am covered in…

I’m sure I’m not the only one that cuts the cheese while I ride. But if you’re not careful, you might just end up sharting in your shorts. This actually reminds me of the time that I sharted at a Christmas party. My nephew was laying on the couch playing his portable game thing like…

Matt comes to  MtnBikeRiders.com with a long history of riding East Coast singletrack. Matt grew up in New England, riding the rocky, rooty trails there on full rigid bikes for many years before finally putting front suspension on something. He still regards full suspension with suspicion, despite having owned two pretty decent full suspension bikes.…

Just got this in from the production center. Turned out great! For those that pre-ordered, thank you! We should be receiving them by next week!

The Airborne Goblin 29er has been the darling of both magazine and website editors. Its been universally agreed that the Goblin is a great performer and storming value for its pricepoint. The only complaint we receive from time to time is the fact that even $1150 is a stretch for folks on a tight budget.…