Cover Artist: Kevin Nierman
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Urban Ride Guide
In the previous editions of our Ride Guide, interstate highways were the threads connecting the ride spots. This time, we find the hidden gems within places you wouldn't think had much to offer: major metropolitan areas.
Interview with USA Cycling's Kelli Lusk
Change is afoot on the national mountain bike racing scene, and racing has had a resurgence. USA Cycling's Kelli Lusk shares some insight from the inside.
Salsa Cycles Fargo
With the Fargo, Salsa is attempting to walk the tightrope between rigid mountain bike and touring bike-something they are aptly calling an adventure touring mountain bike.
Scott Genius
A high-end bike we have here, but with something to offer that you can't get anywhere else: zero to six inches of travel in a very light package.
Haro Beasley
With Haro's 2009 offering of the 650B Beasley 1x9, a 650B riding experience is now available to those who are disenchanted by a custom-build price tag.
Fulcrum Red Metal 29 SL
With fine Italian lineage and at a reasonable price, the Fulcrum Red Metal 29 SL wheelset is a good choice for a mid-range wheel upgrade.
The Saga of Allegrippis
How long would you wait for trails? In central PA the fruits of seven years' labor are now finally available to be ridden and enjoyed, and they were worth the wait.
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Issue Date: 07.01.2009
Availability: Order This Issue!
Contributors: Jeff Archer / Erik Berkas / Jay de Jesus / Melilssa Dehner / Sarah Hansing / John Hinderliter / Elizabeth Klevens / Frank Maguire / Mike Mattocks / Philip Newsom / Robert Studdiford / Amy Thomas / J.P. Wares
Columns: Access: The Saga of Allegrippis / Readings / Chewing the Fat / Microbytes / The Old Coot / Event Schedule / Rider's Eye / Last Chance for Gas
Features: Ride Guide to City Singletrack
Interviews: Kelli Lusk
Test Bikes: Salsa Fargo / Scott Genius / Haro Beasley
Misc Test: Rudy Project Guardyan / Showers Pass Mountain Elite Jacket / Bontrager RL Mountain Shoes / Fulcrum Red Metal 29 SL Wheelset
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