Archive for August, 2008

How Mountain Biking Can Help You Be Cool in the Office

I don’t know what it is, but there’s a certain level of cool that 2 wheels bring to a man or woman that rides them. Think Fonzie, he had a motorcycle, those have 2 wheels, Evel Knievel had 2 wheels and a cape! Anyhow, if you’re a guy or gal that is lacking in the [...]

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To Music or Not To Music?

I was able to get in a solo ride this morning before work. Normally, I’m riding with friends, but 6:20am weekday rides are not the preferred time for most people. I can’t understand why. Anyway, since this ride was a last minute decision, I went out by my lonesome. No problem, [...]

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Sette Impact Protective Suit

A few days ago I mentioned the Sette Impact Protective Suit that was available through PricePoint.com for $79. Well after talking to our friends at Pricepoint.com, they went ahead and sent me the suit to review. Now that I’ll be doing more DH riding, this suit will come in handy.
I got some photos of how [...]

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MtnBikeRiders.com Sponsorship program coming soon

MtnBikeRiders.com in partnership with other mountain biking companies will be announcing our newest Sponsorship Program within the next few weeks. This program will hand select riders from all over the world that like to compete in disciplines like DH, 4X, XC and Super D. We will be selecting a few riders for the remainder of [...]

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Protective Gear from Pricepoint.com

After riding Southridge the other day with Moe and Joe, I started thinking about getting some more protective gear to keep me from harms way or at least to protect my money maker.
So if you go to PricePoint.com, you’ll see a boat load of protective gear that is available through their site.

You’ll find some great [...]

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Spectrum Tech Wear-Wilson Shorts Review

I’ve spent about 6 months with the Spectrum Tech Wear Wilson Shorts and I feel that after riding with these shorts for many many miles that it was due for a review.

Specs:
* 330d Taslon nylon body w/ full nylon thread
* polyester mesh lining
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NiteRider SolMate LED lights on Sale!

Pricepoint.com has an excellent deal on
the NiteRider SolMate LED lights

They are on sale for $129.98!

I’ve been riding with these lights for almost a year. They are compact, light and powerful!

So take advantage of this sale before the night riding season begins!

Click here to go and order your lights!

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Lance Armstrong, 2nd at the 2008 Leadville 100

The 7 time Tour de France winner, Lance Armstrong, placed 2nd in one of the most grueling mountain bike race.  The Leadville 100 which took place earlier this month showcased a head to head battle between Armstrong and the 5 time Leadville 100 winner, Dave Weins.  (in 2007 Weins also took 1st place beating ex-Tour [...]

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Got Mine

I got to wear my brand new mtnbikeriders.com jersey this weekend at Knott’s Berry Farm. I guess I was feeling a little left out since Moe wore his at Sea World San Diego a couple weeks back. Size, by the way is XL. I’m 6′1″ and 215 lbs. Length is a [...]

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Crocs Yukon Review

It has been over 5 1/2 months since I’ve received the Crocs Yukon To say that I’ve worn “tested” these is an understatement. I’ve practically worn the Crocs Yukon almost every day of those 5 1/2 months and I have to tell you, I still love them!
When I first got the Crocs, not everyone I [...]

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