There’s been some interesting mountain bike news here in Arizona. First of all, the state’s first pump track on public land is scheduled to open in late August. That’s huge – it’s a nice bit of cooperation between McDowell Mountain Regional Park and volunteers. And mountain bikers can turn mileage into money for their favorite charity. It’s because of a social network that tracks mileage and matches riders with companies that will shell out for a cause when they hit the trails
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The International Blog My Trail Day Round-Up
Alright, you might remember that Jan. 8 was the inaugural International Blog My Trail Day. Here’s a look at the best and brightest posts from those who participated.
Let’s start with all-around mountain bike mensch Mike, who writes the excellent mtbikeaz.com site. He’ll take you for a tour of his go-to trail at Pass Mountain.
And Teresa, [...]
Take a Ride McDowell Mountain Park’s Trails
I know I’ve mentioned the McDowell Mountain Regional Park before here on WanderingJustin.com. And let me tell you, my love for this park continues unabated. In fact, it’s stronger than ever thanks to some new signage springing up on the Pemberton Trail, aka Trail B.
Here’s the thing: The county officials thought most riders would abandon [...]
Jan. 8 Named International Blog My Trail Day
Alright, bike bloggers: I’m making a decision, and I hope you’ll join me in making this happen.
I do hereby proclaim Jan. 8, 2010 to be International Blog My Trail DaySM. Here’s the idea – I want every single mountain bike-loving blogger to post about their favorite local trail. I want to hear about all the [...]
Scottsdale, Ariz.: 5 Scenes from a Mountain Bike Ride
This post is a preview of a more in-depth description of the off-road trails near Pima & Dynamite. Count on maps, directions and more. In the meantime, check out the scenery!
Riding Your Bike? Leave the iPod at Home
Cell Bikes, an Australian bike shop, friended me on Twitter. They asked followers if they listen to tunes while riding. And if so, what?
I never listen to tunes while I ride. Off-road, the bike has way too much to tell me:
-Tires make a certain sound when they’re about to break loose in a corner.
-There’s a [...]
My Top 4 Female Mountain Bike Icons
So my new pal and fellow Specialized Trail Crew* reject Mountain Biking Girl was recently lamenting the lack of women in mountain biking. And she’s right. Show up to a group ride, and it will overwhelmingly be a bananarama. My theory is that the combination of few prominent female riders and too many tech-talking geeks [...]
Why I Should be on the Specialized Trail Crew!
I’ve made a decision: I want to be part of the Specialized Trail Crew.
If you’re reading this and you don’t work for Specialized, the Trail Crew is essentially a bunch of brand ambassadors that gets out there, riding, doing trail maintenance and generally being cool to other riders so they forward that coolness to others.
Well, [...]
Beware the Jumping Cactus – or Any Cactus, Really
I broke one of my cardinal rules of mountain biking today. Which one? Well, just the one that states:
Don’t do anything stupid, like run into cactuses.
See, I was on an unfamiliar trail. I was looking too far ahead on the trail, trying to determine its contour and direction. I was examining all this so carefully [...]
48 Hours in Flagstaff
Flagstaff has saved the sanity of many people from central Arizona. We know that, even on the hottest, most brain-baking weekends, respite is just two hours away up the I-17. That means you can squeeze relief from triple-digit temperatures into just one weekend.
Here are some tips for desert dwellers looking to get the most out [...]
