UPDATE: The Norton is now selling for $999! This is not a bad deal compared to other bikes of this level. I was looking forward to the release of Poseidon’s new bike: The Norton. Most of us start our MTB riding on hardtails so I wanted to see what Poseidon Bikes would come up with.…
Advantages of a full suspension mountain bike: Comfort: A full suspension mountain bike provides more comfort over rough terrain because the rear suspension absorbs much of the impact and vibrations, reducing fatigue on the rider. Control: Full suspension bikes have more control on the descent since the rear suspension helps to maintain traction and stability,…
It has been a while since we have posted but mostly because we are actually riding our bikes! I finally got to ride the Poseidon Bikes FX tracklocross bike on part of the Fullerton Loop. Mind you, I’ve ridden fixed gear bikes before when I used to commute to work but I had never ridden…
We unveiled the mystery bike on our Facebook page; it is basically a fixed gear skinny fully rigid 29r bike! It is actually a tracklocross bike. So what the heck is a “Tracklocross bike”? It is basically the offspring of a cyclocross and a track bike! We had enough parts laying around for a simple…
The cost of new bicycles is skyrocketing so does it make sense to buy a used mountain bike? Pros of buying a used mountain bike: Cost: One of the biggest advantages of buying a used mountain bike is that you can save a significant amount of money compared to buying a new one. You can…
It can be difficult to say which is the best place to buy a bicycle from as it can vary depending on location, availability, and personal preference. Facebook Marketplace is a great option because it is a platform used by many people and it is easy to find local listings. You can often find good…
Mountain biking is an exhilarating sport that requires both skill and the right gear. One of the most important pieces of gear for a mountain biker is a good pair of shorts or pants. But what’s the difference between the two, and which one is right for you? In this post, we’ll take a closer…
I’ve been riding motorcycles for the better part of 11 years. If you wanted to carry a bicycle on your motorcycle, the options for racks are nearly non-existent. There’s a company called 2×2 Cycles and they have a couple of options on carrying a bike on a…bike. However, their prices were way out of my…
The trend of larger tires in mountain biking has been on the rise in recent years, and for good reason. Larger tires offer a number of benefits to riders, including increased traction, improved stability, and a smoother ride. One of the main benefits of larger tires is the increased traction they provide. With a larger…
There are different methods of transporting your bike and the most popular are a roof rack, a hitch rack or a trunk mounted rack. I have owned both and this is my experience: Roof Racks: Advantages: looks cool, great for sedans/hatchbacks, lots of options for carrying the bikes, great option if your car cannot accommodate…