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Why Riding Wet Mountain Bike Trails in Edmonton Causes Lasting Damage
Turns out that glacial movement thousands of years ago is having a big impact on our singletrack mountain bike trails. This is why we need to let our trails dry out before we get back to riding.


Don't Delay Play. Do Hard Things.
Some rides stay with you long after you've unpacked your bike. Three days in the South Chilcotins with Tyax Adventures challenged us, made us laugh, and reminded us why the hardest adventures are often the most rewarding.


3 Mountain Bike Upgrades You'll Notice on Your Next Ride
Wondering how to improve your mountain bike? These three affordable upgrades can boost confidence, comfort, and control on your very next ride.


Bikes, Bikes, Bikes: How a Hobby Can Become a Community
Mountain biking is a hobby that can bring a lot of fun to your life. It might even change your life or change how you choose to live your life, because sometimes hobbies expand into our lives in ways we weren’t expecting.


Your Guide to Edmonton Mountain Bike Businesses & Organizations
From trail builders to social ride groups, this is our running list of the people, shops, and organizations shaping Edmonton’s mountain bike community.


A Good Time on a Bike Doesn’t Have an Age Limit
Inspired by the film North Shore Betty, this post explores what it means to keep showing up for yourself through movement, adventure, and mountain biking at any age. From balancing parenthood and busy careers to continuing to progress on the bike later in life, it’s a reminder that there’s no expiry date on trying new things, making time for joy, and choosing a life that feels alive.


Are Mountain Biking Lessons Worth It?
Are mountain biking lessons worth it for both beginner and intermediate riders? Learn how coaching improves confidence, control, safety, and fun on the trails.


Two Very Different Days Mountain Biking in the Azores with Wheels on Fire
You can go to the Azores and have two very different mountain biking days. Downhill and challenging, or cruisy and incredibly scenic! Or a combo!


What To Expect From Our Mountain Bike Skills Clinics
Mountain bike skills clinics can feel a bit mysterious if you’ve never done one before. This post walks through what a skills clinic is really like, what you’ll learn, and what you’re likely to get out of the experience.


5 Beginner-Friendly Mountain Bike Trails in Edmonton’s River Valley
New to mountain biking in Edmonton? Explore 5 beginner-friendly trails in the River Valley and find great places to build confidence and have fun riding.


Hardtail or Full Suspension: Which Mountain Bike Is Best for Riding in Edmonton?
If you’re new to mountain biking (or just new to riding in Edmonton), one of the first questions you might run into is: Do I need a full suspension mountain bike to ride in Edmonton, or is a hardtail right for the type of trails here? This article dives into both options and explains which one might be the right choice for you!


Sharing the Trails: What Everyone in Edmonton Should Know
There are a handful of pretty well-understood norms that make the experience better for everyone out there. Knowing them doesn’t just help you avoid uncomfortable moments, it helps keep the trails safe, accessible, and enjoyable for the whole community.

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