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The Complete Guide to Mountain Biking in Santa Cruz

First Timers Guide to Mountain Biking in New Zealand

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Complete Guide to Mountain Biking in Bend, Oregon

Complete Guide to Mountain Biking in Whistler

by JenUpdated on January 27, 2025November 7, 2024

Whistler is a mecca for mountain biking enthusiasts worldwide. Known for its extensive network of trails, breathtaking scenery, and a dedicated community of riders, mountain …

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Fruita Best Mountain Bike Trails for Kids

by JenUpdated on October 25, 2024October 25, 2024

Some say it’s about the journey not the destination. That’s great when you’re alone and have time to explore, but when you are riding with …

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Mountain Biking the Western Rim Trail in Fruita, Colorado

by JenUpdated on October 24, 2024October 24, 2024

The Western Rim Trail in Fruita, Colorado has remained a secret gem for mountain bikers, offering a unique blend of breathtaking views, flowy singletrack, and …

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Half Nelson Trail in Squamish, BC

The Complete Guide to Squamish Mountain Biking

by JenUpdated on January 9, 2025October 21, 2024

Discover the best Squamish mountain biking trails and routes in this complete guide. Also learn where to eat, sleep, and more! We first discovered Squamish …

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Your Guide to Cycling with Infants and Newborns

by JenUpdated on October 1, 2025March 2, 2024

I know some parents might GASP at just that title but I started cycling with my infants when they were around 8 weeks old.  The …

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Rotorua Clips and CLIF Notes. The forest in Rotoru Rotorua Clips and CLIF Notes. The forest in Rotorua is like no other place. It’s a magical playground with so many trails you could never ride them all even over weeks. There’s also hot springs everywhere which makes a great combo. You’ll want a plan and probably at least one private shuttle or a local. If not, the public shuttle drivers are the nicest people and will answer your questions. The town? Well honestly it’s not our favorite, maybe our least favorite in NZ. It’s a little rough around the edges so keep that in mind. 1 or 2 weeks is a perfect timeframe. 1.Mario Carting (aka the best non-bike tourist activity) 2. Top of the World 3. The Forest (Box of Birds/GR4) 4. Berms (Te Poaka/GR3) 5. More Berms (the best you’ll find) 6. Tech (Tumeke/ GR5) 7. More Tech (Yeet Street/GR5) 8. Greasy Tech (off the map) 9. Public Shuttle @mountainbikerotorua 10. Private Shuttle with @marcelloojerio 11. Jumps (Katore Jumps/GR6) 12. Dodzy Skills Park 13. Trailside Hot Tubs and really good 🍔(Secret Tubs) 14. Lakeside Hot Springs (Polynesia Spa) 15. Luxury Hot Springs (Wai Ariki) #neversponsored #mtb #mtblife #mtbfamily #nzmtb
The Old Ghost Road always tops lists and it just m The Old Ghost Road always tops lists and it just might be the best mountain bike experience in the world. 85km of singletrack, no road crossings, huge climbs through a rainforest, ridgeline views, a cliff side hut, and long, wild descents back down. As incredible as the trail was, riding it as a family was the real winner. Most trails go by in a blur but with OGR you have a few days to take it all in together. So much space, so much beauty, times of quiet (no devices) and lots of laughs. Getting to share an adventure like that together is something we’ll remember forever. And…the perfect finish. A warm outdoor shower and pizza at the Rough & Tumble Lodge because mountain bike adventures should end with some luxury and indulgence. #mtblife #mtbfamily #oldghostroad #mtbtravel #neversponsored
We all lined up for the 2026 NZ Enduro National Ch We all lined up for the 2026 NZ Enduro National Champs in Rotorua this weekend. Kalden did the elite long course and we did the shorter course (they even had shuttles for us so we had time to relax in the hot tubs after). Kiwis are serious about their racing but they also have a lot of fun. My favorite part is they keep the winners secret until the podium so you have to show up to see how you did. They are also very generous with the prizes. Kalden scored $250 at the local bike shop and we got some other swag. Definitely better than a board game. #mtblife #mtbfamily #mtb #nzmtb
Don’t ask me about how much our bikes or plane tic Don’t ask me about how much our bikes or plane tickets cost.
Good times when you had to pick your lines. #mtb Good times when you had to pick your lines. #mtbhumor #mtblife #mtbfamily #mtb
Our winter in Nelson (aka summer here) was a blast Our winter in Nelson (aka summer here) was a blast. Pedaling to local trails, multi-day bike trips, beach days, swimming holes…every day felt pretty special. I don’t take for granted the life we’ve built to make experiences like this possible. It’s not always easy, and no matter how much we plan, trips like this always come with surprises. But that’s part of it and a chance to adapt, work through things, and keep going. A visa issue that prevented us from boarding, broken bikes and parts that required international shipping, too much luggage to move from place to place, time zones issues…the list goes on. These little things happen but they also build resilience for when the bigger things hit. Grateful for it every single day.
As a mountain biker I didn’t want to admit this. As a mountain biker I didn’t want to admit this. But Abel Tasman National Park got us off our bikes. Turquoise water. Swimming holes with water slides. Sandbars. Rainforests. Still team bike though. #AbelTasman #NewZealandSummer #OutdoorFamily #NelsonNZ #NZTravel
Best riding buddies? Homemade. Flow days at Bike Best riding buddies? Homemade. Flow days at Bike Glendhu, Wanaka #MTBFamily #MTBTravel #Wanaka #RideNZ #familyadventuretravel
Nelson has quickly become our favorite mountain bi Nelson has quickly become our favorite mountain bike town in New Zealand. While it’s known for steep and tech, trails like Firball are pure flow. Fun for strong riders and repeatable for families with public shuttle days. If you’re building a MTB travel list… add this one. #FamilyAdventure #MTBTravel #NewZealandMTB #nelsontasman #mtblife
Mountain Biking in New Zealand offers everything f Mountain Biking in New Zealand offers everything from flow trails, lift-accessed bike parks, shuttles, backcountry descents and world-class scenery. But if it’s your first trip, choosing where to ride can be overwhelming. Rotorua? Nelson? Queenstown? Comments “NZMTB” and I’ll send you a link to my First Timer’s Guide to Mountain Biking New Zealand. #mtb #mtblife #mtbfamily #mtbforlife #mtbnz
They love me and keep me on my toes. If it was eas They love me and keep me on my toes. If it was easy, it would just be exercise. Also shout out to my favorite bike ever. Evil Wreckoning makes it all doable. #notsponsored #mtblife #mtbfamily #mtb #mtbtravel
Spent 3 days biking the Queen Charlotte Track. Def Spent 3 days biking the Queen Charlotte Track. Definitely put this ride on your bucket list. We opted for the “more biking, less packing” route where the boat transfers all your luggage each day and you stay at resorts. 10/10 recommend. #greatwalks #mtblife #mtbfamily #mtb #mtbtravel
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