Sports Garage Blog
1x or 2x
One of the most common questions we field when discussing gravel bikes is drivetrain configuration. The quintessential question being whether to run a “one by” or “two by.” For simplicity...
2020 Pivot Switchblade Review
Pivot invited their top dealers out to Arizona to come ride and learn about the new Switchblade. We spent two days on the trails of South Mountain to find out...
Best Front Range Trail Conditions Reports
Here in the Front Range a lot of us put our mountain bikes away for winter and break out the skis. Don’t be fooled! There is still a lot of...
Protect Your Bike
Let’s say you just spent thousands of your hard-earned dollars on a killer new bike. Hashtag #newbikeday! Before you bust out on that first ride, you might want to consider...
Marriage and Mountain Biking
Mountain biking, with its addictive blend of fun factor, challenge and being in the great outdoors, often creates a dynamic synergy with romantic relationships. Being able to share the experiences...
Gravelanche becomes "Gratefulanche" on November 2 + GnarBQ
With the calendar soon rolling over to November, the tradition of formally giving thanks rises in our consciousness. The vandalism and burglary at Sports Garage in early October offered us...
New Downhill Trail at Floyd Hill
On August 21st, Front Range riders got their first purpose-built, downhill-specific, bike-only trail when “The Sluice” opened at Floyd Hill Open Space in Evergreen. Although two other trails in the...
48 Hours in Crested Butte
Although it feels like time is running out before the snow comes, fall is a great time for a weekend in the Butte. CB local Lani Bruntz, a ski/mtb instructor...
The Facts About Suspension Service
Let’s be honest: suspension is one of the best things ever bolted to a mountain bike. Not only does it soften the harshness of terrain, but it increases traction and...
48 Hours in Salida, Colorado
Weekend adventures make mountain biking the soul-affirming sport we love, optimizing time with friends, the beauty of nature, and that escape from daily life. Being able to wring the most...
A Survey of E-MTB Sentiments
Most trail riders are familiar with the furor that’s erupted from the invention of the electric mountain bike. They may have even taken a stand on one side or the...
Four MTB Demo Formulas for the Functionality Driven Rider
What, exactly, does it mean to be a “Functionality Driven Rider”? As a broad generalization, it means a rider who is already aware of at least one technical aspect, be...