Let's face it, if you live in the Upper Peninsula, winter can be hard in many ways. Spending more time outside is a great way to get exercise, clear your head, boost your mood, and fight seasonal depression. Now, if you don't love to ski, never fear! There are many other things to do outside- … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Spend More Time Outside This Winter
Some would say that the most stressful part of the holiday season is finding the perfect gift for your loved ones, so we're here to help! Whether you're looking for your significant other, friend, or even that aunt you can never find anything for, we've got you covered. Darn Tough Socks offer … [Read more...] about Christmas Gift Guide
Ladies! Come join us for a day of fun at Main Street Calumet's Ladies Night on Nov. 19th from 10am-8pm.Get ready for a wonderful winter outdoors at Cross Country Sports with skis, snowshoes and winter apparel for the family by Salomon, Fischer, Atomic, Kuhl, Craft, Dakine and more.And receive a … [Read more...] about Ladies Night in Calumet
How often should you torque the pivots on your full suspension bike? How often should you bleed your hydraulic brakes? Basic yearly maintenance for bikes is very important, especially if you are an avid rider or ride a lot in harsh weather, but at what intervals should you have these things done on … [Read more...] about Yearly Bike Maintenance
After putting a few miles on your bike the cables will stretch as they wear. The result is less precise shifting. You'll often hear a clicking noise from your chain wanting to jump up or down a gear on the rear cassette. This can typically be fixed by adjusting the tension of the cable that … [Read more...] about Basic Bike Maintenance
Climbing hills is more than just the strength in your legs. With the right strategy, climbing hills can be a welcomed challenge. Prepare yourself: You can see the road rising ahead of you before you reach the increasing incline, take a second to ready yourself. Take a drink, relax your body, and … [Read more...] about It’s Just A Hill, Get Over It
Why go tubeless? Going tubeless will allow you to run lower pressure in your tires without the fear of pinch flats. Lower pressure in your tires means greater traction and more control out on the trail. Tubeless wheels can also reduce the rotational weight, making your bike feel more playful than … [Read more...] about Tubeless Tires: The New Normal
When more people ride bikes, life is better for everyone. This May, the League of American Bicyclists is still celebrating National Bike Month, because bicycling is more essential to our lives than ever—and because we could all use some bike joy to look forward to. We hope that the hundreds … [Read more...] about May is (Still) National Bike Month
