Welcome to this blog where we discuss all things women and mountain biking. We try to keep the technical jargon to a bare minimum and share real stories to help you on your mtb journey.
Small improvements implemented consistently equals more confidence, flow, fun and less crashes, bike repairs and time off the bike.
Mountain Bike Trails within 3hrs of Canberra - Mogo/Batemans Bay
Just a hop, skip and jump from Canberra, Mogo is set to become another iconic MTB destination, with 155km of singletrack planned for opening in mid-2024. For those who love a beach getaway, but also love riding, this is already a great place to take your bike, but it’s going to really get a place on the map once the new trails are open. The mild year-round temperature, plus the proximity to Canberra and Sydney will no doubt make this place a super popular mtb destination.
Injuries, illness and modifications for MTB
What modifications can I make to manage my injuries or illnesses so that I can continue to ride my bike? In this blog post, I share my experience of birth trauma and recovery process to get back on the bike, in the hopes that other women may find hope if they find themselves off the bike and in a similar situation.
Great trails within 3hrs of Canberra- Tathra
Tathra lies almost exactly a 3hr drive from Canberra, along the far south coast of NSW, near Bega, on Yuin Country. This gorgeous coastal town is a hidden gem and although the population swells in summer, there is still plenty of space on the superb mountain bike trails and the beach- and a great community as well.
For women new to mountain biking, this trail network offers many options, with many easy green and blue trails, plus a firetrail network in amongst them. There are often women’s social rides hosted at Tathra, and plenty of trails to progress to for those who have consolidated foundational skills.
Shoes and pedals
What shoes should I wear when mountain biking? And why are my feet slipping off the pedals?
In this blog post, we talk about different types of shoes and pedals for mountain biking and some considerations for different types and combinations.
Teaching kids to ride a bike
How do I teach my kids to ride a bike?
In this post, we share some ideas about how to teach kids to learn to ride a bike- what has worked well and some things to consider
How to improve your riding
Improving your mountain biking might not be something you have thought about, but small improvements and tweaks can have a big impact on your enjoyment!
In this post we share some ways to make small changes that can have big impacts. Progress is progress no matter how small!
Trailside repairs
Trailside repairs are often put into the ‘too-hard’ basket. But even a little knowledge can go a long way, and help you get moving again in no time. This new-ish tool -the DART- is a great addition to your trailside repair kit!