Happy Trails

Getting out on the trail or into nature as much as we can these days. Finding myself in Wissahickon more now that any other time this year. Grateful for the ability to get out and do. Enjoy the trails my friends.
 

Betzwood Biking | Valley Forge

Found my way out to Betzwood one Friday afterwork! A really easy single track running into fast turns and high berms near the end of the line. Nice little way to invite in the weekend and stretch the legs. 

Mountain Biking | White Clay, DE

I've always had this place in the back of my mind. And it's taken years to finally get in my car and drive for 50 min over the border to Delaware and unpack my bike. Well worth the drive because this was some of the best singletrack I've ever been on, ever. Ever. Honestly I felt like I could pump around for ages and the only limiting factor would be hours of sunshine left and water packed. I even managed to sight some foxes during the ride. Can't wait to get back out there. 

Weekends are for...

Nothing like consistently hitting the trails and enjoying the change in season along with it. Clocking miles in the mountains and building up skills. Looking forward to branching out to new spots this season and keeping the momentum up in the winter!

Wish You Were Here

CHRIS AKRIGG-WISH YOU WERE HERE 

DreamRide is A Must-See

A beautiful bike film by Juicy Studios, DreamRide. The dream locations dirt riders envision before going to bed at night. The landscapes that are perfectly formed for shredding.  Take the journey, click play.

Yeti SB6c - Limited Edition

You may have caught the SB6c in action from a previous post, here.  So you know my love for Yeti bikes is real and I can't wait to cruise on one of these guys in the future.  A little pricey, starting at around $9,000, but the specs are sweeeeet.  Fox components, carbon fiber frame, SRAM parts, DT Swiss wheels and quite a stellar paint job.  Captained by the Aussie Jared Graves, who has won multiple enduro championships aboard the Yeti, this bike is sure to put a dent in your bank account but will likely outlast you.  #FamilyHeirloom

Mountain Bikes and Bothy Nights

Bothy – a Scottish term for refuge.

A great bit of biking film capturing beautiful and remote parts of Scotland,  Beach, mountains, snow, bogs, and everything in between.  A bit of wildlife and history snuck in as well.  The gentleman behind the camera and on the saddle:  Alastair Humphreys

Thrills and Spills

 

I'm writing this post with a fat lip and an elevated leg while resting on my couch.  I took a little tumble in the woods this morning.  Dammit. Hopefully nothing too bad that a little ice and time wont heal.

Otherwise, the trails were wonderful.  Flowers are in full bloom, birds singing in the trees, and just a nice calm morning.  I even saw a Ruffed Grouse while I took a little water break.  The RockBros Bike Bicycle Pedals were a new addition to my bike(old faithful Giant Yukon) this season and they were great!  Super grippy, lightweight and really fun to ride on platforms rather than cages or clip ins.  Next time I hope to report only thrills.  Have a great weekend!!

Bread & Butter by Chris Akrigg

A sweet little mountain bike edit by Chris Akrigg as he takes on the trails of Spain aboard a fiery orange Mongoose.  Also a little peak into how he puts his lines together and what goes into making everything looking as smooth as, well...butter.

The Ride Journal | Past & Present

The Ride Journal is a compilation of bike stories and pictures for the avid cyclist.  We're talking mountain, randonneur, lycra-wearing, racing, track, mud--everything you want a fine bicycling journal to cover, Apart from the wonderful content and killer images, 100% of the money made on the journal is donated to various charities.  You may download (for free) past issues and purchase new releases, here.

Mikkel Soya: Photographer, Writer and Adventurer

by Mikkel Soya from "A fat summit attempt"

I love mountain biking.  I love camping.  So does Mikkel Soya and he captures his adventures with some of the best photographs I've ever seen.  I love checking back to see if any new outdoor pursuits were documented, especially this time of year when I need a little more motivation to get out on the mountain.  Check it out!

THE KOOTENAYS x PROVEN HERE - Yeti Cycles

Featuring rider Jared  Graves atop the Yeti SB6 Carbon.  This is a beautifully filmed and edited piece.  Really enjoyed watching it during my morning coffee.  Hope you like it!

Cycling Caps

I recently picked up a monthly subscription to Bicycling Magazine.  Now, I'm not a lycra-wearing road cyclists, an extreme mountain biker (though I dabble), or a cross rider, but I do love reading about gear and news from the professional front.  The center fold this month could not have been more appealing, hundreds of cycling caps through the years and a nice little write up to justify the wearing and history of the cap.

I have a few caps hanging around and used to wear them in colder weather while on the dirt trails or when it rained.  I have to admit that though guys can for the most part pull off wearing the cap, it is much harder for women.  Do you agree?   Maybe I have a funny shaped head.

I've read a dozen or so articles about the history and "how to wear" guides for the old casquette.  Here's my favorite how-to guide over at Cycling Tips.

What are your thoughts on the cycling cap?  Do you wear it solely while riding?  Or is it okay to accessorize your daily wear with it?  Are you a collector?

It's raining here in these parts, but you enjoy your weekend wherever you are!

The Shore Line Featuring Chris Akrigg

Here we have Chris Akrigg, bike extraordinaire,  taking on the sandy shore aboard Mongoose's fat bike, Argus.  Check out a little different bike action than you may be used to. Hit play.

Check out his Vimeo page and get hooked.

Danny Macaskill Takes on the Cullin Ridge: Isle of Skye

Pretty much made my Tuesday

Scenic single track in Blanktjärn, Sweden

Biking Åre #2 - XC Blanktjärn from Fotograf Simon Sjörén on Vimeo.

Winter Mountain Biking Videos

A couple of mountain biking videos to get you through the day.  I really like the vibes for each video and they've helped to get me into the spirit of getting-off-my-butt this season. 

Chris Akrigg's Trial Trails

Chris Akrigg's Trial Trails filmed while riding the Mongoose Teocali. Enjoy!

Wissahickon Mountain Biking, Philadelphia PA