10. Planning a Van Trip for Riding & More
Kristin and Steve report in the first week of a two-week road trip designed to get them out of the New England cold. Planning an extended trip that includes riding, sightseeing, resources for working ...
10 Mar 202541min
9. Should you MTB on clipless or flat pedals?
When mountain biking should you ride on clipless (clip-in) or flat pedals? While there are many “experts” with very strong opinions (which they are not afraid to share), Kristin and Steve discuss the ...
3 Mar 202555min
8. How to Buy MTB Gear for Speedy Kids & Teens (Part 2)
Beyond the bike, kids and teenagers racing mountain bikes need additional gear to round out their "kit." Kristin and Steve discuss the options for mountain bike jerseys, shorts, pedals, shoes, hydrati...
17 Feb 202556min
7. How to Buy a Mountain Bike for Speedy Kids & Teens (Part 1)
Whether you have a child thinking about joining NICA (National Interscholastic Cycling Association); NEYC (New England Youth Cycling) or racing solo, it starts with getting them the "right" bike. But ...
10 Feb 202549min
6. Don't be a jerk - About mountain bike etiquette
Inspired by an opinion piece in Mountain Bike Action, we're talking about proper mountain bike etiquette. We discuss who has priority on shared use trails, how to pass another mountain biker whether t...
4 Feb 202557min
5. How We Started Cycling
Everyone's road (or trail) to cycling has a different start, as well as twists and turns. On this episode, Kristin and Steve are looking back and digging deep into the photo archives to share how they...
28 Jan 202549min
4. Mountain Biking When It's Cold AND Dark
If you want to mountain bike outside during the winter (and still have a day job) there is a very good chance you will be riding at at night, in the cold. Inspired by a recent ride with "Friday Nigh...
21 Jan 202550min
3. Fat Bikes are Fun
The snow is falling, and our thoughts turn towards dusting off our fat bikes! Kristin and Steve roll back to the early days of the Shop when the introduction of fat bikes and our then-partnership mark...
14 Jan 202541min
