Entries by Julia Gallant

Pre-Ride Bike Check Checklist

It is always a great idea to do a pre-ride bike check before every ride, even if you rode the day before. You never know when a bolt has come loose, a tire is a little flat or your chain is creaky.  If you’ve ever taken a lesson or clinic with The Cycling Co., or […]

What’s In My Mountain Biking Pack?

Are you looking to be MORE prepared on your mountain bike rides? Do you want to be MORE self-sufficient on the mountain? Let’s get packed and make sure we have everything we need for whatever the trails throw our way. Let’s chat about what’s in my mountain biking pack! Choosing the Right Mountain Bike Pack […]

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5 Things I Learned in My First Year of Bike Racing

After a solid season learning fundamentals, crashing in the mud, slipping on roots, lapping dusty, rutted parks, long pedaling adventures in many of this island’s great trail networks and generally getting comfortable on my mountain bike, I thought it was time to take it a step further and try some RACING. I love a good […]