Bolton Valley: The Sleeper Mountain That Taught This 47-Year-Old Newbie a Lesson (In Eating Dirt)

Is Bolton Valley Mountain Biking a sleeper mountain or just a tricky design? I explain how small berms and low speed made me eat dirt and why it wasn’t my favorite – despite the park being Van Life friendly.

Thunder Mountain: My Journey to Find Legit Downhill in the Land of Lobstah Rolls

Looking for legit downhill on the East Coast? Ty & Odie hit Thunder Mountain Bike Park in Massachusetts to find out if the “Land of Lobstah Rolls” is hiding a mountain bike mecca. Get a noob’s perspective on the trails, camping, and why this park is the real deal.

Killington Trail Report: The Beast of the East Lives Up to the Hype (for Beginners, Too!)

an a 47-year-old newbie survive Killington Bike Park without breaking a bone? Get the trail report, van life secrets, and what makes “The Beast of the East” a surprisingly good time.

Boondocking & Beginner Mountain Biking at Stratton Mountain, VT

Thinking about a van life trip to Vermont? Join me as I navigate boondocking in Green Mountain National Forest and tackle the trails at Stratton Mountain Resort. This is my honest take on the trails for a beginner mountain biker, the unique Vermont culture, and whether the lessons were worth it. If you’re a beginner or intermediate mountain biker looking for your next adventure, this is the post for you!

Trail Report PA: My Harrowing Experience in Rothrock State Forest and Glorious Redemption @ Raystown Lake

A beginner/intermediate mountain biker’s candid review of Rothrock State Forest and the surprising joy of Allegrippis Trail System near Raystown Lake, PA. Expect humor, struggles, and real talk about PA’s trails!

Shifting Gears Rolls Into Blue Mountain Resort: A Pennsylvania Mountain Biking & Van Life Adventure

Ready for beginner/intermediate mountain biking Pennsylvania? Explore Blue Mountain Resort’s trails and van life Pennsylvania tips in this honest and humorous review. Find your next adventure!

North Carolina’s Mountain Biking Paradise: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide

Dreaming of an NC mountain biking road trip? Our ultimate guide for North Carolina mountain biking van life beginners covers top trails in Brevard, DuPont, Tsali, van-friendly campgrounds, and essential tips to kickstart your adventure.

My Van Life MTB Adventure: Finding Flow (and My Limits) on Georgia’s Mountain Bike Trails

A 47-year-old van lifer’s journey learning to mountain bike in Georgia. Honest reviews, great trails, and beginner-friendly stoke.