Shifters – Electric vs. Cable!

Posted on March 28, 2026March 29, 2026 by Steve Dorsey

Let’s talk about this. I’ve been sitting here staring at my new Ibis Ripmo v3. I can’t ride it because I’m waiting on a mount for the electronic wireless shifting pod. If you’re curious about that story, it’s in the video. I got to thinking… Is the new electronic shifting revolution really “all that”? What […]

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Shift Happens!

Posted on October 26, 2025October 28, 2025 by Steve Dorsey

Pedal power. Whether driven by your legs, arms, or batteries, all your energy goes through – the drivetrain!

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From Bark to Bite!

Posted on September 18, 2025October 29, 2025 by Steve Dorsey

What can you do if/when you encounter an aggressive dog on the trails? This video discusses options and actions that are important to remember during dangerous encounters.

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Old Bike, New Tricks

Posted on August 16, 2025October 29, 2025 by Steve Dorsey

Today’s topic involves the process of making over an older enduro bike of mine, my 2020 Ibis Ripmo v2. I’m giving it a few alterations in order to get…

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Riding With Data

Posted on May 14, 2025October 29, 2025 by Steve Dorsey

Exploring options and solutions in the world of ride recording and data…

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Are You an Anti-Waxer?

Posted on March 1, 2025October 28, 2025 by Steve Dorsey

We have all lubricated a chain, right? But have you waxed a chain? Well, today is the day you find out if you’re an anti-waxer.

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Bike Tools Song!

Posted on March 1, 2024March 4, 2024 by Steve Dorsey

In October, 1993, Warner Brothers released an episode of their children’s animated series Animaniacs which contained a song that I latched onto like sealant in an old tire. I never forgot it and it became a beloved part of my musical inspiration. “Wakko’s America” was a parodied version of the old American minstrel tune “Turkey […]

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Overrated Bike Parts – A Rebuttal

Posted on March 1, 2023August 4, 2023 by Steve Dorsey

Nic Zilinski (VanCan) posted a video where he opined on a variety of modern mountain bike topics and their validity. It caught my attention, so I shot a quick rebuttal of some of his points. I don’t disagree (necessarily) with him on everything, but I do have some views of my own. Thanks, Nic, for […]

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