Sport Specification Fitness is fitness, right? Ummm…well….kind of. There are certainly aspects of fitness that every cyclist needs. We all need endurance, strength, speed, power, VO2 etc. One piece of the puzzle that many people forget, however, is sport specificity. It’s important to tailor your training specifically to your discipline in order to maximize your … More Mountain Bike Specific Workouts

What Cadence Should You Run? There’s a reason you have so many gears on the back of your bike and it’s time to ‘use ‘em or lose ‘em.’ We’ve gone from classifying bikes based on how many gears they have to triple chain rings on the front, to cassettes the size of dinner plates dominating … More What is the Best Cadence for Cycling?

A clean bike is a happy bike. I often personify my bike when I wash it, because it just makes the whole process a lot more enjoyable. My bike works really hard for me, it takes me to amazing places, and sometimes I put it to the ultimate test. The least I can do is … More How to Wash Your Bike

You’ve probably seen the growing trend of cyclists posting their tallest box jump on Instagram, but wondered if the possibility of scrapped shins is really worth whatever benefit may come from plyometric exercise. While you’ll have to decide about the scrapped shins yourself, there are many reasons to complete plyometric exercises (plyos) for cyclists (specifically … More Plyometric Training For Cyclists

I’ve wanted to write this article for a little while now, but originally it was going to be titled, “How to deal with pre-race nerves.” With many races around the country, and world, on hold, it only seemed logical to put racing related content on hold as well. After much thought and talking through some … More Noticing Nerves

For many people, this has been a particularly challenging time to find motivation in everyday training and workouts. Whether or not all of your races have been stripped from the calendar, it’s only natural to have motivation ebb and flow. Professional athletes and amateurs alike will have days filled with excitement and love for ‘the … More How to Find Motivation For Your Workout

When you’re out on the trail, flying down a steep descent, dodging trees, hopping rocks, and hanging on for dear life, it can be difficult to think about the technique you are using to survive the descent. The truth is, every descent will require slightly different techniques. You might ride a loose and sandy descent … More How to Descend on the Mountain Bike

How to Overcome the Fear of Crashing on the Mountain Bike: It seems that for many mountain bikers, crashing is the biggest fear when venturing out onto the trails. It’s a ‘what if’ that hinders many people from reaching their full potential or even attempting certain trails or routes. While fear is a healthy emotion … More How to Overcome the Fear of Crashing

What tire pressure should I run today? That’s a question you should ask yourself every time you go out on the trail. It can be a difficult question to answer, not only because no two people will have the same answer for the same reasons, but because your answer should change based on a variety … More What Tire Pressure Should You Run on the Mountain Bike?

Cornering is a great place to put a little extra time and energy if you’re looking to improve your speed on the mountain bike. Not only will cornering with proper technique allow you to carry momentum and actually move faster on the trails, but it can also save you energy. Just like any skill, learning … More How to Corner on the Mountain Bike