⚙️ How the 1X Drivetrain Changed it All

Plus tips for staying strong in the off season, why rain jackets are so expensive, and trail news. [singletracks.com]( Northeast Edition [View this email online]( [How the 1X Drivetrain Changed It All, From Suspension to Dropper Posts and Tires]( Mountain bike design has come a long way in the last decade. Could the 1x drivetrain be the biggest driver? [Go the extra mile with 20% Off Bombas - use code TRACKS20]( With Bombas performance wear, you’ll have no problem going the extra mile. Purpose-built for cycling, with ultimate support. For every item purchased, a donation is made to someone experiencing homelessness. #sponsored [Why are Good Rain Jackets so Expensive? We had to Know]( The average price of a rain jacket in a lengthy test this year was almost $300. Why do they cost so much? Races, Festivals, and Group Rides Date City Event Jul 22 Killington, Vermont [Outerbike Killington]( + [Add an event]( [New Tech Trail Coming to AR, Big Grant to NC Bike Park, and Fox Invests $1M in Trails]( More big money is being devoted to mountain bike trail projects in the US plus a sneak peak at a progressive downhill trail coming to Arkansas. [Best Mountain Bike Gifts Under $50]( So many gift ideas for that cool mountain bike friend of yours, all priced under 50 bucks. [How to Stay Strong in the Off-Season, Even if You're Off the Bike]( If most of your year is spent outdoors on the trails pushing pedals, then it’s likely the rest of your skeletal muscles can use a tune-up and a bit more balance. MTB Skills Clinics Date City Event None at this time. + [Add a clinic]( [Round Out Your Cold Weather Kit with the Latest Winter Mountain Biking Gear]( We've spotted some great winter mountain bike gear among this year's clothing releases along with some new-to-us outdoor brands [What is Your Favorite MTB Trail Feature?]( Features give trails their character, and we want to know which type of features is your favorite. [LTD Edition Mixed-Wheel Stumpjumper, Nukeproof Expands US Reach, New We Are One Rims]( New MTB products from BikeYoke, We Are One, Specialized, North St., Nukeproof, and Velo Canteen. Mountain bike deals Retailer Offer REI [Cyber Week Sale: Save up to 40%]( Tifosi Optics [Take 20% Off Everything with code CYBERWEEK]( Competitive Cyclist [Shop 12 Days of Deals]( Bombas [Get 20% off your order with code TRACKS20]( Pearl Izumi [Sale of the Season: 25% Off Sitewide + Free Shipping]( Fox River Socks [30% Off Sitewide ENDS 12/1]( Arcade Belts [Mountain Bike Belts: get the original performance stretch belt]( Singletracks may receive compensation for purchases made through affiliate links. [See more deals]( Singletracks may receive compensation for purchases made through affiliate links. [Login now]( to manage your communication preferences or [click here to unsubscribe](. Sent by: Blue Spruce Ventures, LLC // 165 Dekalb Industrial Way, Suite G4, Decatur, GA 30030