Common Mountain Bike Mistakes, And How to Fix Them

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron, Greg, and I discuss some common mountain bike mistakes we’ve made or seen others make, and how to avoid those mistakes. Buying the absolute cheapest bike or components Spending too much on a bike Spending money in the wrong places Improper bike setup Ignoring maintenance intervals Washing bikes with high-pressure hoses Using the wrong tool for the job Being unprepared Treating every ride like a race Overestimating skills or fitness Riding wet trails Not getting involved in local trail work If you’ve learned from a mountain bike mistake we didn’t cover, we’d love to hear about it here. --Keep up with the latest in mountain biking at Singletracks.com and on Instagram @singletracks