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A Steady Drift Navigating Japan’s Winds of Change

The mountains surrounding the Hakuba Valley are known as the Japanese Alps for good reason. With 10,000-foot-tall peaks, endless valleys and a handful of ski resorts, one of which is developing a bike park, there’s no shortage of opportunity for trails. The author soars through the landscape on a newly minted jump line at Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort.

Free Range A Family's San Juan Sanctuary

One of a few fun rides around Crested Butte, Colorado before heading on to Silverton. Our spirits were high on the way back to camp after a nice flowy ride—the kind where the scenery blurs and the smiles grow wide.

Done Right A Better Way Forward in Billings, Montana

Montana wasn’t dubbed “Big Sky Country” without reason. Pedaling through the evening at Acton always results in some spectacular views.

Finding the Small Way The Key to True Experience

The path less traveled is often the one that leads to the greatest reward.

The Stakes Are High Trail Etiquette

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The mountains surrounding the Hakuba Valley are known as the Japanese Alps for good reason. With 10,000-foot-tall peaks, endless valleys and a handful of ski resorts, one of which is developing a bike park, there’s no shortage of opportunity for trails. The author soars through the landscape on a newly minted jump line at Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort.

A Steady Drift Navigating Japan’s Winds of Change

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One of a few fun rides around Crested Butte, Colorado before heading on to Silverton. Our spirits were high on the way back to camp after a nice flowy ride—the kind where the scenery blurs and the smiles grow wide.

Free Range A Family's San Juan Sanctuary

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Montana wasn’t dubbed “Big Sky Country” without reason. Pedaling through the evening at Acton always results in some spectacular views.

Done Right A Better Way Forward in Billings, Montana

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The path less traveled is often the one that leads to the greatest reward.

Finding the Small Way The Key to True Experience

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The Stakes Are High Trail Etiquette

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Space for Conversation Close Encounters of the Fat-Tire Kind

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The Responsibility of Freedom Self-Reliance is Paramount

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Care For Your Trails It Takes a Village

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Trailside Transcendence Mountain Biking's Culture of Overcoming

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Who We Are The Power of Adventure

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As Good As Dirt A call to Arms for Mountain Bikers Everywhere

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    Pulling over and getting off the bike was often more important and enriching than being on the bike during the trip. The shrines and temples of Nikko are about 90 miles outside of Tokyo, built into steep hillsides. Most of the hundreds of structures are associated with ancient Shoguns from the 14th century.

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    Coach Lindsey Richter leads a crew of women toward Whistler’s Fitzsimmons lift on their way to the A-Line Women’s Only Session. The day’s low-pressure vibes easily translate to high levels of progression.

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