If you've taken a spin on an electric bike mountain bike, you probably noted its weight. My Salsa Notch Deore 12, for instance, clocks in upward of 60 pounds—and rides like a tank compared to my unpowered Alchemy carbon nine7five, which weighs less than h... See more
I made a leap and upgraded to Yakima's StageTwo hitch bike rack about two years ago. And let me tell you: That is one solid rig. I was struck by its ruggedness, ease of use, and nifty features like cable bike locks that retract into arm-hooks. A lockable ... See more
Rolling rivers, mountain scenery, and nearly 100 miles of scenic rail trails make the Greenbrier Valley one of West Virginia's premier cycling destinations. Whether you're planning a leisurely family ride or a multi-day adventure, the Greenbrier Valley of... See more
Ryan Davis has a way with words, and the direction they take often yields strangely insightful surprises. Vocally, he gets a lot of comparisons to the late David Berman of Silver Jews and Purple Mountains, and when Davis sings in his burly drawl, it’s har... See more
The lyrics of “McMemories,” a twangy, distortion-drenched standout from Dogwood Tales’ new album Every Star in Rockingham County, unravel like a flashback in an episode of “Friday Night Lights.” Seeing a street sign sends singer-guitarist Kyle Grim’s mind... See more
