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Rider’s Knowledge

Welcome to the Rider’s Knowledge category at MTB-Threads, your ultimate source of information and tips that every mountain biker should know. I believe that knowledge is power, and in this comprehensive category, I provide valuable insights, educational content, and practical advice to enhance your understanding and skills as a mountain biker.

Check out my informative blogs that cover a wide range of topics essential for every mountain biker. From fundamental riding techniques and trail etiquette to bike maintenance, safety tips, and trail navigation, I cover it all. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced rider seeking to refine your skills, our Rider’s Knowledge category is your go-to resource.

Explore my articles, tutorials, and guides that offer step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and real-life experiences. I also cover topics such as bike setup, suspension tuning, and gear selection to help you optimize your equipment for a better riding experience.

Let MTB-Threads be your trusted guide as you expand your rider’s knowledge. Explore my Rider’s Knowledge category regularly for new articles and updates, and elevate your mountain biking skills and understanding to new heights.

flying with a mountain bike
Destination Guides Rider's Knowledge 

Flying with a Mountain Bike: Top Tips for riding abroad

27/09/201827/06/2023 Tom Fortune 1 Comment

Sometimes we travel further afield to see what mountain biking abroad is like. Different destinations offer different terrain, styles of

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used mountain bikes
Bikes Buyer's guides Rider's Knowledge 

Buying used Mountain Bikes online: Don’t get caught out

21/08/201827/06/2023 Tom Fortune 5 Comments

Here is what you should know when buying used mountain bikes, especially online. As you will see in my guide

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mountain bike brake pads
Rider's Knowledge 

Mountain Bike Brake Pads: Don’t make these mistakes

27/07/201803/09/2019 Tom Fortune 0 Comments

There is the cliché saying “Speed is your friend”, in many cases this is true, but stopping your bike is

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Brands Rider's Knowledge 

Nukeproof : Why is their stuff so good?

24/07/201827/06/2023 Tom Fortune 4 Comments

Click here to buy from Chainreaction USA A few years ago, my wife, Carolyn, bought a Nukeproof Mega 275 AM. This bike

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best mountain bike tyres
Rider's Knowledge 

How to choose the best mountain bike tyres for you

18/07/201822/12/2018 Tom Fortune 3 Comments

If you are at the point in your mountain biking career, where you want to start tweaking your bike, a

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mountain bike handlebars
Rider's Knowledge 

Mountain Bike Handlebars: How to choose the right ones for you

17/07/201829/03/2019 Tom Fortune 7 Comments

When you decide to make some changes to your bike, a good place to start is with a good set

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how to choose a mountain bike
Buyer's guides Rider's Knowledge 

How to Choose a Mountain Bike: What you need to know

11/07/201802/04/2020 Tom Fortune 8 Comments

If you are wondering how to choose a mountain bike, you are probably a bit blown away by choice. If

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how to get in to mountain biking
Rider's Knowledge 

How to get in to Mountain Biking

01/06/201827/06/2023 Tom Fortune 2 Comments

Mountain biking is seriously good fun. It gets you out in the open air, is a great workout and gives

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mountain bike trail etiquette
Destination Guides Rider's Knowledge 

Mountain Bike Trail Etiquette: Something to think about

26/05/201802/04/2020 Tom Fortune 2 Comments

When mountain biking, it can be easy to forget what is going on around you. That is understandable! You are

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