Fleece Warms Up Mountain Athletes
Fleece is the most useful cold-weather layer most riders already own. The trick is knowing which type, and when to wear it under a shell.
Archive: May 2010
8 guides originally published in May 2010, restored and updated for current riders.
Mountain Bike Geometry Explained
Geometry numbers decide how a bike behaves far more than the frame material. Learn the handful that matter and the spec sheet starts making sense.
Frame Materials: Aluminium, Steel, Titanium and Carbon
Every frame material has a character, and price is not the only difference. Understand what each does well before you build or buy.
Men's Outerwear and Mountain Shorts
Trail shorts solve a problem road kit never had: you need to move on and off the bike without changing clothes. Fit and fabric decide whether they work.
Winter Care for Your Mountain Bike
Winter riding wears a bike faster than any other season. A short cleaning routine and a bit of protection save expensive parts.
Suspension Service: What You Can Do at Home
Most suspension problems are setup, not failure. Set sag, keep the seals clean, and know which jobs are home service and which need a specialist.
Drivetrain Care That Prevents Costly Wear
A drivetrain wears as a system. Look after the chain and the rest follows, but check the cassette, chainrings and cables before they cost you a ride.
Building and Choosing the Right Frame for your Mountain Bike
The frame is the bike. Get the material, geometry and size right and every component afterwards works better. Get them wrong and no upgrade will fix it.
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