Amasa Back Pothole Arch and Rockstacker Trail 2011
The Amasa Back - Pothole Arch and Rock Stacker Trail is in my opinion Moab's most scenic trail,… [more]
Porcupine Rim Trail Moab 2011
The Porcupine Rim Trail in Moab is together with the Slickrock Trail the most popular… [more]
Henry W Coe State Park Mountain Biking
Henry Who?? ... Yep, that was my first response when I knew I was gonna ride in this area.. Now let's… [more]
Highline Trail Sedona
. This is the first ever ride in the USA that I have not done solo. For this ride I needed… [more]
Moab Rim Campark the mountain bikers choice
. I have been staying at Moab Rim Campark for 4 years running, always through the month of October.… [more]
Poison Spider Mesa Trail looped with Portal Trail Moab
. The Poison Spider Messa and down Portal was one of last years favorite trails. The Poison Spider Messa… [more]
The real history of Mountain Biking
1800's The 25th Infantry U.S. Army Bicycle Corps stationed at Fort Missoula, Montana set out across… [more]
Heavenly Valley to Armstrong Pass lake Tahoe
After my 2 crashes on the Curly Lake trail in Montana in August I was really looking forward to getting… [more]
Giant Trance X4 2009 Specs
Yesterday I went to Owenhouse Bike Shop in Bozeman for a $12 spare derailleur hanger and left the shop… [more]
HDR Mountain Bike Photography
This year I have started shooting HDR images on the trails, personally I am really intrigued by this… [more]
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Porcupine Rim Trail Moab 2011
The Porcupine Rim Trail in Moab is together with the Slickrock Trail the most popular Moab ride. This trail is probably on the wishlist of more mountain bikers than any other trail, and not just in the USA, but worldwide. The Porcupine Rim is a fantastic trail, physically it's an easy ride, 90% being a very fast downhill, however technically this trail can rip you and your steed to pieces. Many a Mountain Biker has lost the battle on the Porcupine.. Trail Stats & Information Nearby Town: Moab Length: I clocked 14,74 … [Read More...]
Henry W Coe State Park Mountain Biking
Henry Who?? ... Yep, that was my first response when I knew I was gonna ride in this area.. Now let's be honest how many people have heard of the Henry W. Coe State Park in California? In the Henry W. Coe State Park brochure they call it " A Mecca for Mountain Bikers".. Yeah sure I thought to myself, if I had a dollar for every park that said that, I would be rich.But anyway, I was here for a few weeks and decided for myself if this really was a "Mecca for Mountain Bikers" or just another false alarm.. I spent 3 days on these trails, but … [Read More...]
Downieville Classic
For years now I have been hearing lots of fantastic stories about the Downieville Trails. I almost made it here last year, but the South Lake Tahoe Trails kept me occupied longer than planned, so I never made it. As I'm sure you can understand, I was pretty stoked about riding what a lot of people call "The hottest mtb destination in the USA" .. I have been to a lot of fantastic mtb destinations, and was really curious if Downieville would come close to some of my all time favorites, or would it go down as Just OK ... . Trail Stats … [Read More...]
Munds Wagon Trail and Schnebly Hill Trail
. I have been mountain biking around the USA now for 4 years, and also spend a lot of time on the European trails, and can say that I have done my fair share of trails. This also means that I'm not often lost for words on the trails, but every so often, out of the blue I find myself on a trail that just blows me away. It's not just the trail, it's a mixture of everything.. The trail, the scenery, the weather, how I'm feeling, how my bike bike is performing etc etc. The Munds Wagon Trail and Schnebly Hill Trail just blew me away, it was the "Perfect … [Read More...]
Amasa Back Trail Moab
. If planed well, and with a bit of luck, the Amasa Back Trail in Moab could become your all time favorite trail ever. I say this, because this trail can be unbearably busy on weekends / holidays, and this will definitely put a damper on things. However, if you can get an early start on a weekday, this trail will be yours, and believe me, it will blow your mind. The highest danger factor on this trail, is the scenery, it's almost impossible to keep your eyes on the trail. . Trail Stats & Information Amasa Back Nearby Town: Moab Length: 11.06 miles … [Read More...]
The Portal Trail Moab
. The Portal Trail in Moab is known to be the most deadliest trail in the USA, is this justified or is it just a hype? I have done this trails numerous times, either looping the Poison Spider Mesa Trail, or as a Point to Point coming up Gold Bar Rim Trail. So, is the Portal Trail really as scary & dangerous as everyone makes out?... . Is the Portal Trail dangerous ? YES Is the Portal Trail Deadly ? If you fall on certain section of this Trail then definitely. Is the Portal Trail Scary ? NO not at all, UNLESS you have a fear of heights and … [Read More...]
Armstrong Saxon Creek and Mr Toads Wild Ride
Armstrong, Saxon Creek, and Mr Toads Wild Ride or whatever else this loop is called, all I can say is that this could well be the best trail the USA has to offer. ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!!. This trail offers everything any mountain biker dreams of.. and more!.. all bundled into a 18.84 mile loop Trail Stats & Information Nearby City: South Lake Tahoe Length: 18.84 total miles Trail Type: Loop Skill Level: [ What the books say ] Aerobically: strenuous. Technical : difficult Skill Level: [ My opinion ] Aerobically: strenuous. … [Read More...]
Hyalite to South Cottonwood Trail Bozeman Montana
The Hyalite to South Cottonwood Trail is a real Jekyll & Hyde Trail, definitely not a trail for the cocky gung-ho riders, and definitely not a trail to test your $89 full suspension Walmart Mongoose. But, if you are up for a scary challenge then this trail is definitely the dogs bollocks!! Trail Stats & Information Nearby City: Bozeman Length: 11.4 miles Trail Type: Point 2 Point, or loop ( for loop add about 14 miles ) Skill Level: Technically very difficult. Physically difficult. Duration: 3-4 hours Trailhead Elev: 6,600 … [Read More...]
Neanderthals Revenge Dordogne
The Vezere Valley in the Dordogne, a region in South West France is the undisputed Prehistoric Capital of the World, and the place our Prehistoric Ancestors called home more than 460000 years ago. Mountain biking in the Dordogne offers a unique experience, offering mountain bikers miles of trails that takes the rider through stunning ancient scenery, riddled with caves, shelters, overhangs, troglodytes, ruins and stunning views. The trails in the Dordogne are probably the oldest trails in the world. In the past 5 years, the Dordogne has spent … [Read More...]
Bangtail Divide Trail Bozeman Montana
My first time riding in the Bozeman & Big Sky area. Arrived on another glorious sunny day, set up camp and headed straight to the bike shop for a map and advice. There are plenty of trails to choose from in this area, but I quickly opted for the Bangtail Divide Trail. So, did this first Bozeman trail impress me? or was it a big disappointment? Trail Stats & Information Nearby City: Bozeman Length: 23.8 miles Trail Type: Point to Point with shuttle or loop [ for loop add 8 miles to total length ] Skill Level: Aerobically: … [Read More...]
