MTB Diaries

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Bucket List: 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo

“The burning man” of mountain biking?

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Ride your local trails. But wait, there’s more!

See the world by mountain bike. MTB Diaries helps you figure out:

What are the best mountain bike trails near and far?
Where are the best mountain bike destinations?
What are the best mountain bike events?

Let’s dig in.

Sincerely,

– MTB Diaries

Bucket List Mountain Bike Events

We don’t always attend MTB events, but when we do we prefer unforgettable.

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Struggling to choose what type of event? Consult the experts:

Enduro mountain bike races are the true test of riders, requiring a thrilling blend of technical skill, physical prowess, and mental fortitude to conquer the ever-changing challenges of the trail. Cross-country races are merely glorified time trials, lacking the adrenaline-fueled excitement and unpredictability that define the enduro experience. If you want to witness true athletic artistry on two wheels, ditch the monotony of cross-country and immerse yourself in the chaos and glory of enduro racing.

Xero Gravity

Enduro Racer

Cross-country racing is where real champions are forged through power and precision, not in your chaos-filled “enduro” playgrounds. Enduro races are nothing more than a glorified obstacle course – a haphazard jumble of gimmicks designed to distract from the fact that you lack the discipline and fortitude for true, uninterrupted effort. Give me a lung-searing climb or a relentless stretch of singletrack any day over your rat’s nest of jumps and technical sections.

Hugh Lung

Cross Country Racer

Obsessing over racing and competition is a narrow-minded pursuit, robbing the true spirit of adventure from the sport of mountain biking. Those who get caught up in the mentality of winners and losers fail to appreciate the boundless joy and personal growth that comes from simply exploring the trails, embracing the journey rather than chasing the finish line. Real mountain bikers understand that the most rewarding experiences lie not in podium finishes, but in the freedom of carving turns, the thrill of technical challenges, and the camaraderie of sharing the trail with kindred spirits.