In: Why I Ride
Why I Ride Stories: Tim Bookout
January 14, 2021In 8th grade, I outgrew my YZ80—then started again when I turned 40. My riding friends consider me risk-averse, and my non-riding friends consider me super risky.
Read MoreWhy I Ride Stories: Jennifer Stewart
January 8, 2021Riding has kept me grounded and given me the strength to face everyday life battles because I know if I can slay it on the dirt, I can do anything.
Read MoreWhy I Ride Stories: Cameron Poirier
December 25, 2020I like to ride mountain bikes for many reasons, but the main reason is being creative!
Read MoreWhy I Ride Stories: Jeremiah “Scratch” Stone
December 18, 2020Passion for riding guided me into a life that I absolutely love living. Now I ride for all of this and more—past, present, and hopefully in the future.
Read MoreWhy I Ride : Rebekah “Bekah” Montoya
December 11, 2020It’s difficult to pinpoint a single reason I ride, but the biggest one is definitely the time I get to spend with my friends and family.
Read MoreWhy I Ride Stories : Nathan Delaney
December 4, 2020I am an endless adventure seeker and history enthusiast. I ride because I love to explore.
Read MoreWhy I Ride: Rachael Bartzick
November 27, 2020My favorite aspect is when you stumble upon a trail ridden earlier that season, and instead of needing help on three of the climbs, I only need help on one.
Read MoreWhy I Ride: Jack Maki
November 20, 2020From the camaraderie at the local races to people you’ve never met that are now some of your closest friends through social media, it is so cool to be united by this great sport.
Read MoreWhy I Ride: Samuel Hastings
November 13, 2020I am five years sober from alcohol, meth, weed, and pills. After struggling with it for over ten years, when I started my journey of recovery, I had a goal to get back into riding and racing.
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