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The Marin B-17 MTB review – out of the box and ready for the trail
Based on our quick MTB review at Interbike’s Dirt Demo, we have been extended a Marin mountain bike demo for a long term review. However, before I ride it and give you a full mountain bike review let me share what is actually coming out of that box.
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Dirt Demo Reviews: Thoughts and Feelings on the Marin B17
I was amazed how well the Marin B17 bike handled! To start, it had a near telepathic handling character. Simply I would think about changing direction and the bike did it. Following that, I was amazed at how well its suspension operated. Even when thrown down rocky chutes or off camber, jagged turns, the B17’s…
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An adventure of a lifetime, along Minnesota’s Mississippi River Trail
In the following bike touring description, picture yourself riding the Mississippi River Trail (MRT) through the wilds of Minnesota. Here you can pedal, along with family and friends. Enjoy the scenery on the first leg of America’s famous 3,000-mile bike system while riding at your own pace using bike-friendly roads and multi-use pathways.
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Next Adventure – Winona Outdoor Guide
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Enjoy the scenic roads and trails meandering in and out of the Mississippi River Valley here for your next adventure in Winona. It is fun experience for adventure-seekers and novices alike. This historic river town is a great place for an outdoor adventure. When not biking, hiking the mighty Mississippi River beckons paddlers, boaters, and…
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Building the ultimate commuter bike with what’s in your garage
I have used a commuter bike almost exclusively for the past twenty years. In that time, I have seen many people put off commuting by bicycle because they felt they didn’t have the right bike. While the right gear is important, many don’t realize that the right equipment is closer than they think. Take a…
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New products for that next outdoor adventure
As tree buds appear along the forested trails, finally shedding their winter coat, here is a list of new products we thought you might find interesting for that next outdoor adventure. New products for lovers of bikes. Over my 25 years in the cycling industry, I have found that the excitement of a new bike…
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A promised return for a solo bike tour to Cambodia and Vietnam
My second Southeast Asian bike tour saw me again crossing the border to bicycle through Cambodia. After my first trip to Vietnam and Cambodia in 2014, I promised myself a return extended tour. Fortune smiled upon me and I returned for a 16-day solo tour that I will share with you – enjoy.
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“The Flat Stopper” could be your future tire sealant!
I first saw the Flat Stopper tire sealant at Interbike. The flat Stopper booth had a wheel affixed to a stand that had a jagged spike that would puncture the tire if you pressed a lever. Based on this display, I needed to try this sealant myself. See what I discovered!
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Mountain Bikes: What is best for you and the terrain you will ride
Mountain Bikes (MTB) may all look similar, however if you are planning on purchasing a new one there are some substantial differences between them. First lets take a look at the “It looks like a mountain bike” version, then we will look at a true mountain bike.
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Chasing away those winter blues by traveling to a warm riding destination
With winter here for a few more months it is not uncommon for cabin fever to set in. Many of us use this time of year to head off to a warm riding destination to get out of the cold and kick-starting the spring season a little early. While the list of warm biking destinations…