12 Best Mountain Bike Trails and Destinations for Adventure Cyclists

Many of us live for off-road biking and adventure cycling. Whether it’s single track, gravel, cross-country, downcountry, or downhill, mountain biking is a superb way of experiencing the backcountry. It’s also an excellent tool for fitness. In whatever format you choose, mountain biking develops the quads of an ibex and the lungs of a lion. The … Read more

How to Mountain Bike: 5 Steps to Start Shredding in No Time

Mountain biking is having a moment. Communities have leaned into the economic and social opportunities of bike trails, and new networks of paths are expanding across the country. Meanwhile, trail building has evolved to take beginners into consideration, and the equipment—mountain bikes and helmets—is better than ever. Chances are there’s a good mountain bike trail … Read more

This New Annual Pass Can Save You a Bundle on the Best Mountain Biking Trails

The concept that completely revolutionized the ski resort industry—the multi-mountain pass—is now getting the mountain bike treatment. For years, skiers and snowboarders have used Epic and Ikon Passes (sold by Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company respectively) as their open ticket to numerous ski resorts across the U.S., Canada, and beyond. Now, a newly launched … Read more

10 Best Helmets for Every High-impact Sport

Helmets absorb energy and slow the movement of your head, which minimizes impact to your brain. In other words, they save lives and lessen would-be serious injuries. Most helmets, though, are sport-specific—and not all are created equal.  Look for one that’s safety certified and provides some rotational protection. If a helmet has been certified safe … Read more