How to: Fill your presta tire with air
 Have you ever lost the adapter that lets you convert a Schrader style pump head to fill your Presta style tubes? I did, many years Read More…
Category: How To’s/Tech Tips
Keeping your front wheel down on climbs
When you are doing a seated climb up a steep trail, do you ever feel like the front end of your bike is wanting to pop up? This is really a result ofRead More…
Mountain Biking through Sand
Mountain biking through sand, for the most part, sucks. But if you’ve got no choice keep this in mind: spinning = good, mashing = bad. Yes I am Read More…
Pre-Weekend Ride Prep
Its Friday and you’re going on a weekend ride. What do you need to do in order to make sure your bike and you are ready to roll as soon as the sun comRead More…
How to make your own bicycle themed wall clock.
First thing you want to do is get a clock kit from Walmart. They cost about $5. Then you’ll also need an 8″ rotor (used), and 2 (1 1/2″ washers). Read More…
2008 versus 2009?
I’m a cost conscious shopper. In this economy, shouldn’t we all be? To help make your dollar, or whatever currency you use, go farther we’ve Read More…
Whose Afraid of the Big Bad New Trail?
Afraid of the new trail? I noticed it the first time I did a shuttle ride. Normally I’m all about the XC trails: flowy, some tech, uphiRead More…
Mountain Bike Dictionary
Came across this and thought I’d share. The Mountain Bike Dictionary. After a quick perusal, one of my favorites: Auger v.: to involuntarilRead More…
Purchasing Decisions
Goodie but oldie, should I get it used or brand new? As I gather parts for my frame build up I continually have to address the question: shouldRead More…
How do I get arms like that?
Many of you may have noticed that Eric “The Animal” Hunner has some might big GUNS! So wanting to have guns that can make Priscilla swoon at the siRead More…