18. Are E-Mountain Bikes (EMTB) Inevitable?
E-mountain bikes are on the rise, and according to some industry insiders, e-bikes will soon represent more than half the bikes on the trail one day. But should we, as Outside Magazine asks, “just sub...
27 Touko 20251h 3min
17. How to Clean Your Bicycle
The best way to extend the life of your bike and it's components, which in turn will save you money, is to keep it clean! We share how we clean our personal bikes, our "must have" equipment, why it's ...
12 Touko 20251h 16min
16. New Mountain Bikes, Dropper Posts and Mechanic Answers
Kristin is getting a new mountain bike - a custom built BC40 from Allied Cycle Works. In addition to discussing why Allied is a good fit for the Shop, we discuss types of mountain bikes (cross-country...
28 Huhti 20251h 7min
15. How Jackie Started Cycling
Before Jackie bought a new mountain bike in 2021, the last time she had ridden a bicycle was when she was a teenager. But as Hale Education's Director of Camp and Community Programs worked with the o...
14 Huhti 202548min
14. Managing the Chaos and Costs of New Tariffs
There is still a lot we don't know about the new tariffs, but experts all appear to agree – the costs of new bikes, as well as parts, accessories and everything else are likely to increase. Steve and ...
7 Huhti 20251h
13. (Almost) Everything You Need to Know About Bike Tune-Ups
Spring is here, and our thoughts turn towards getting bikes ready to ride. But does your bike "need" a tune up? Steve and Kristin talk about what is (generally) included in a service package, what can...
1 Huhti 20251h 5min
12. Gravity Parks and Questions About Mountain Bike Suspension
A technical glitch got us on the last episode! While visiting the San Lee Gravity Bike Park in Sanford, North Carolina, we recorded a spontaneous segment about the fun that is gravity parks. We discu...
24 Maalis 202548min
11. Lessons from our van trip
We're home after our two week van trip - but there is no rest for the weary! Before we put up our feet and unpack the van, we discuss our trip, including how we travel with our dog, meal prep when th...
17 Maalis 202551min
