Introduction to a Fellow Rider

My name is Justin and my friend and I are the very definition of amateur mountain bike riders. That doesn't mean that we don't have a great passion for it or that we don't know a thing or two. As the name of the page implies, we want to know more. We want MTB Apprentice to be a place where we can share great stories about our mountain biking experiences and a place where you can do the same. Sharing information about riding and telling stories with great people is what this is all about for us.

Before we dive into the biking, I wanted to give you a little background into myself as a rider. I personally have been riding trails since I was young. About 15 years ago, I took my first trail ride and fell in love. I rode a lot throughout my 20's. I finally reached a point where life demanded more from me and due to financial issues, I made the decision to sell my bike, a Trek Fuel 90. After that, riding was put on the back burner for me.

A number of years have gone by and now I'm back at it again. I was fortunate enough to have the chance to pick up a brand new ride recently (Trek Marlin 5) and I haven't been able to stop! I still have a fair amount of knowledge from my previous time riding but I have certainly lost things. I'm beginning to work on technique again and becoming familiar with local trails. I have a number of goals for myself when it comes to riding. First and foremost is to learn everything I can so that I can get the most enjoyment out of each ride.

That's is where this page, and you, come in. My hope is to share stories and information here about different types of trails and even about some of the equipment I use on my rides. Things from the bike in general to something as small as just a saddle. I want to be able to learn through reflecting on what I've done as well as hearing from other riders out there who may know what can help me get over that next hill.

I'll share more about myself as time goes on but I wanted to at least share this small amount in the hopes that it might inspire you to either get back on a bike like I have or share some wisdom that you've picked up on the trail. I truly look forward to being able to interact with some of you. Until next time, happy riding.