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   <title>About.com Mountain Biking: Most Popular Articles</title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Before You Buy a Mountain Bike]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/bb/bike_BYB.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A mountain bike buyers guide to lead you to a satisfying mountain bike purchase. This mountain bike buyers guide will help you put some thought into it before you lay down the cash. It will make the mountain bike buying process go a bit smoother.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Disc Brakes Or Rim Brakes]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/f/disk_or_rim_faq.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Who should have disk brakes or rim brakes on their mountain bikes.  A weight comparison of disc brakes and rim brakes. What it takes to switch from rim brakes to disc brakes or from disc brakes to rim brakes and why you might want to make a switch. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Full Suspension or Hardtail?]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/f/Fullsusfaq.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Full suspension mountain bikes are everywhere these days. Find out if a full suspension or a hardtail mountain bike is for you. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Should I Go Tubeless?]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/f/Tubless_ornot.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A comparison of tubeless tires vs. standard mountain bike tires. A look at why you might want to switch from your standard system to a tubeless tire system or why you might want to stay with what you have.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Setting Tire Pressure]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/tipsandtechniques/f/tire_pressure.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Setting your mountain bike tire pressure to the correct level for your riding style and terrain. How to determine what tire pressure to use in your mountain bike tires. Preventing pinch flats while maintaining optimal control of your mountain bike through proper tire pressure.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Bike Pedal Types]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/f/Bike_Pedals.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Descriptions, performance and guidelines to choosing bike pedals. What type of bike pedals you should be using. What makes some bike pedals better than others. Clipless, platform, and cages, why what type of bike pedals you use makes a diffference.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Beginner Mountain Bike Skills]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/learningtoride/ss/Basic_Skills.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A step by step guide to beginner mountain Biking skills to help make the riders first rides easier. A basic set of beginner mountain bike skills to master before heading out on the mountain bike trails.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Specialized Stumpjumper FSR]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/completebikereviews/gr/Special_06_SJ.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Review of the Specialized Stumpjumper. Ride, feel, and performance of the Specialized Stumpjumper. What to expect before riding the Specialized Stumpjumper FSR.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[29 Inch Bikes?]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/f/twentyniners.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick look at 29 inch mountain bikes. Why someone may or may not want a 29 inch mountain bike. The positives and negatives of 29 inch mountain bikes. Why some manufacturers are making bikes with 29 inch wheels.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Proper Seat Height]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/tipsandtechniques/f/Seat_height.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Setting proper bike seat height for your size. Ensuring joint health, pedaling efficiency, and comfort while riding your bike or mountain bike with the proper seat height position. Advice for mountain bikes and other bikes.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[2 Day Strength Training]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/fitnesstrainingracing/a/2_Day_Strength.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A two day, no gym required, strength training program for mountain bikers from MTB Strength Training System creator James Wilson. A serious at home or on the road mountain bike strength training program. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[All Mountain - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/All_mountain_de.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick definition of an all mountain mountain bike. Description of the mountain bike category known as all mountain. What makes a mountain bike an all mountain mountain bike.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Necessary Accessories]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/howtogetstarted/a/Bike_Acc.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[The beginner mountain biker can get a little overwhelmed when they first walk into a bike store to buy their first mountain bike and all of the mountain bike accessories they will need to start riding. Find a list of all the mountain bike accessories one needs to get started.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Much Travel Do I Need]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/f/suspension_size.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[How much suspension travel do you need on your mountain bike? Are you riding a mountain bike with the right amount of suspension travel for your riding style and terrain?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Proper Seat Position]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/tipsandtechniques/f/seat_position.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Proper bike seat position for better comfort, joint health, and pedaling efficiency. A quick guide to setting proper seat angle  and horizontal position.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Choose Your Bike Type]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/f/What_bike.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick guide to choosing the right type of mountain bike for you. How to decide what type of mountain bike will fit your needs best. Choosing between cross Country, all mountain (trailbike), freeride, and downhill mountain bikes.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mountain Bike Tutorial Index]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/olympicmountainbiking/a/mtb_tutorial_hu.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Mountain bike tutorials to help you become the mountain biker you want to be. Quick lessons on improving your own mountain bike skills as well as learning some new ones.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Women&#039;s Specific?]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/womensbikingguide/f/wo_spec.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Women's specific mountain bikes aren't for everyone but can be a great fit for some. Here's help for you to decide if you need a women's specific mountain bike for yourself.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ride In Control]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/safetyinjury/a/Ride_In_Control.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[There are a lot of ways to improve mountain bike safety. Some will argue, including myself, that wearing a helmet is the single most important step you can take. However, the second most important step in mountain bike safety should never be overlooked; you should always ride in control.&#10;]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Quick Lube a Mountain Bike]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/basicbikemaintenance/ht/Quick_lube.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A good mountain bike lube job is essential to a smooth running mountain bike. If you want to get out and ride but don't have time to do a thorough mountain bike lube there are just a few points you should pay attention to before you hit the trails. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Avid Juicy Seven Brakes]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/componentreviews/gr/04_Juicy_Seven.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A complete Avid Juicy Seven Disc Brake product review. A full season test of one of the best mountain bike brake systems available. The Avid Juicy Seven Disc Brakes are an innovative high performance hydraulic disc brake system.   ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Ultimate Pro-Elite Stand]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/ULT_pro_elite.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Complete product review of the Ultimate Pro-Elite bicycle repair stand. Performance, operation, and overall impression of the Ultimate Pro-Elite bicycle repair stand.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Official Rules of the Trail]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/tipsandtechniques/a/IMBA_Rules.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[The general mountain biking rules of the trail for mountain bikers that every one should follow straight from the people who created them. Important mountain biking rules everyone should live by.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[SRAM or Shimano?]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/f/SRAMorShimano.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick look at the two main drivetrain systems available to the mountain bike industry. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cross-Country Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/cross_country.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What does XC or cross-country mean? It's simple, check out this mountain bike definition of XC and cross-country.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Women&#039;s Bicycle Seats]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/womensbikingguide/f/Womens_seats.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A look at why some women's bicycle seats can cause so much pain and discomfort and what solutions there are to the problem. Women's bicycle seats and other options for women with serious bike seat comfort issues.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Santa Cruz Nomad Review]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/completebikereviews/gr/SC_Nomad.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Everything you need to know about the Santa Cruz Nomad. Ride characteristics, pedaling efficiency, and general feel of the Santa Cruz Nomad. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Freeride - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Freeride.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What does freeride mean? It's simple, check out this definition of the mountain bike category known as freeride.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[K2 Lithium 4.0 Bike Review]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/completebikereviews/gr/K2_lithium_4x.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Bike review of the K2 Lithium 4.0. A look at the components and ride of the K2 Lithium 4.0. Results of a long term test on the K2 Lithium 4.0.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Trek Bikes Fuel EX 7 Review]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/completebikereviews/gr/Trek_ex7_rev.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Mountain bike review of the Fuel EX from Trek Bikes. Our imression of the performance, feel and component spec of the Trek Bikes Fuel EX 7. Introduced for the Trek Bikes 2006 season, the Fuel EX is an XC bike with a little extra squish.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[650B Mountain Bikes?]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/f/faq_650B_wheels.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick look at the 650B mountain bike movement. Why you might want a 650B mountain bike and how they are different.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How To Fix a Flat Tire]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/flattirerepair/ss/Fix_Flat.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A step by step guide on how to fix a flat tire. Its easy to learn how to fix a flat tire, it just takes a few minutes and a few tools.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hardtail Mountain Bikes]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Hardtail.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What is a hartail mountain bike? It's simple, check out our quick difinition of a mountain b ike hardtail.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mountain Biking Gifts]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/tp/tengifts.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick guide to our top ten mountain bike gifts. Great mountain bike gifts for your mountain biking friends and family.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mavic Crossmax SL Discs]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/componentreviews/gr/Mvc_cm_sl_disc.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the Mavic Crossmax SL Disc wheelset. The in's and out's of the super-lightweight, UST tubeless, Mavic Crossmax SL Disc wheelset.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Night Riding]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/f/night_riding.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick look at riding mountain bikes at night and what you might need to give it a try. Night riding with your mountain bike. Mountain bike light systems.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Biking Energy - Bike Zen]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/tipsandtechniques/a/Biking_energy.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Getting your mind and body ready for a mountain bike ride. Exercises and good habits that lead to better, more enjoyable mountain bike rides. Increasing your energy level for bike rides.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Giant Reign X0 Review]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/completebikereviews/gr/Giant_reignx0.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Full bike review of the Reign X0 mountain bike from Giant Bicycles. Ride characteristics, specs and overall performance of the Reign X0.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What is Dual Slalom Racing]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/fitnesstrainingracing/f/Dual_Slalom_faq.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A definition of Dual Slalom mountain bike racing. What Dual Slalom racing is all about. Dual Slalom mountain bike racing rules and course description.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Singletrack - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/singletrack.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What does singletrack mean? It's simple, check out this definition of mountain bike singletrack.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[650B Bikes and Wheels]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/def_650b.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick look at 650B mountain bikes and 650B wheel sizes.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Park Tools PK-57]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/Park_tools_pk57.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Review of the PK-57 professional bike tool kit from Park Tools. Primary tools and capabilities of Park tools PK-57 bike tool kit. A look at professional level PK-57 tool kit from Park tools.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Polar S520]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/Polar_S520.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the Polar S520 heart rate monitor and cycle computer. Using the Polar S520 as a cycle computer and as a heart rate monitor. Features and performance of the Polar S520 heart rate monitor and cycle computer. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[SRAM X-9 Drivetrain]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/componentreviews/gr/SRAM_04_drive.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the SRAM X-9 mountain bike drivetrain including the SRAM X-9 trigger shifters and the SRAM X-9 rear derailleur. Performance and reliability evaluation of the SRAM X-9 mountain bike drivetrain. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Derailleur Into Spokes?]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/basicbikemaintenance/f/Der_to_spokes.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[The common causes of your derailleur going into your rear wheel spokes and how to prevent the problem. Its not uncommon to run your derailleur into the spokes of your rear wheel. When your derailleur goes into your spokes it can have disastrous consequences. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Velocity Ankle Brace]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/DJ_velicity.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the DonJoy Velocity Ankle Brace. High performance, ultra supportive ankle brace. No compromise, low profile ankle brace for athletes. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pinch Flat a Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Pinch_Flat.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What is a pinch flat? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike pinch flat.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[A History Of Mountain Biking]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikehistory/ss/MTB_history.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[An illustrated look at the history of mountain biking. An unbiased look at where mountain biking started, how it developed, and what it is today. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Crank Brothers Mallet M Pedals]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/componentreviews/gr/CB_malletm05.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick product review of the Crank Brothers Mallet M pedals. lightweight platform style clipless pedals from Crank Brothers for extra stability when riding clipped out.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mountain Biking - Articles]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/cs/a.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[An index of articles for the Mountain Biking guide site.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[DAKINE White Knuckle Gloves]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/DK_05_whtknuckl.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the DAKINE White Knuckle gloves. A look at some great cool weather biking gloves from DAKINE. DAKINE White Knuckle gloves, features, performance, and fit. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Crank Brothers 5050 Pedals]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/componentreviews/gr/CB_5050xx.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the Crank Brothers 5050 Pedals. Performance, weight, features, and durability of the Crank Brothers 5050 Pedals. A detailed review of the non-clipless platform 5050 pedals from Crank Brothers.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Downhill- A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Downhill.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What does downhill mean? It's simple, check out this definition of mountain bike downhill.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Roach Rally FR Knee/Shin Armor]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/Roach_05rly_ks.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the Rally FR Armor from Roach Clothing. Knee/Shin guards from Roach Clothing. The Open backed Roach Rally FR Armor, offering no nonsense protection for your legs.  ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[24 Hour MTB Race]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/gloss_24hrrace.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick description of a 24 hour mountain bike race. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Race Face Deus Cranks]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/componentreviews/gr/RF_DEUS_CRANKS.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the Race Face Deus Cranks. Performance, aesthetics and installation of the Race Face Deus Crankset. General overview of a 3 month test of the Race Face Deus Cranks.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What is a Super D race?]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/fitnesstrainingracing/f/Super_d_faq.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick explanation of the Super D mountain bike race. What makes a Super D mountain bike race different from other mountaiin bike races.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Clipless Pedals]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Clipless_def.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick description and definition of clipless bike pedals.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Sportworks Insta-Gater Rack]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/SW_Instagater.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[The Insta-Gater truck bed bike rack from Sportworks that firmly holds a bike with both wheels still attached. A product review of the Insta-Gater truck bed bike rack. A Versatile truck bed bike rack for bikes of all sizes and weights from BMX to downhill.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Descente Newton MTB Shorts]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/Descente_05Newt.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the Descente Newton mountain bike shorts. Features, fit, and performance of the Descente Newton mountain bike shorts.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Titus Switchblade Review]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/completebikereviews/gr/Titus_sb.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Complete bike review of the Titus Switchblade. Ride performance, technical specs, and general feel of the Titus Switchblade mountain bike.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[KHS Bikes AM2000]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/completebikereviews/gr/KHS_am2000.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Full bike review of the KHS Bicycles AM2000 mountain bike. Ride characteristics, specs and overall performance of the KHS AM2000.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Balance Bar Grant Program]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/bikenewsevents/a/Balance_grant.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[An amateur athlete grant program from Balance Bar providing grants to non-professional athletes to achieve their self defined goals. This is a great $500 to $10,000 grant program for amateur athletes like you and me. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Headset - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Headset.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a headset? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike headset.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Crank Bro Power Pump Pro]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/CB_Pump_pro.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Review of the Crank Brothers Power Pump Pro. A quick look at a cool little pump from Crank Brothers. The Crank Brothers Power Pump Pro is quite small and has some great features.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Torn Tire Casing]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/ontrailrepair/ht/torn_casing.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A torn mountain bike tire casing or sidewall on the trail can spell disaster for the rest of your ride. There is hope if you know what to do, and if you have the right supplies.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Trailbike - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Trailbike_def.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick definition of a trailbike mountain bike. Description of the mountain bike category known as trailbikes. What makes a mountain bike a trailbike.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Crank Brothers Multi-19]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/crnkbro_multi19.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Crank Brothers Multi-19 Tool product review. A quick look at the Crank Brothers Multi-19 Tool and why most of our testing crew likes it so much.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[DAKINE Nomad Hydration Pack]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/DK_nomad.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the DAKINE Nomad hydration pack. With lots of pockets, armor straps, a handy helmet pocket, and tons of space, the DAKINE Nomad hydration pack is ready for an epic ride or a day at the jump park.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Truvativ Team Seat Post]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/componentreviews/gr/truvativ_alteam.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the single clamp Truvative Team Seat Post. Installation, performance and use of the aluminum single clamp Truvative Team Seat Post. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Sunscreen for Biking]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/safetyinjury/f/Sunscreen.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Where to put sunscreen before a bike ride. Common sunburn locations for bike riders. Mountain biking in the sun with sunscreen. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Olympic MTB Basics]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/olympicmountainbiking/a/What_is_oly_mtb.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Olympic mountain biking is one of the youngest Olympic sports. Relatively speeking, the sport itself hasn't really been around that long either, but it's popularity and physical endurance requirements make it a perfect Olympic sport.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[DAKINE Ventilator Gloves]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/DK_ventilator.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the DAKINE Ventilator Gloves. A look at some very well ventilated gloves from DAKINE. The DAKINE Ventilator gloves are a great full fingered glove option that won't cook your hands. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Stem - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Stem.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a Stem? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike Stem.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Riding With Your Dog?]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/tipsandtechniques/f/riding_w_dogs.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Mountain biking with your dog. A quick look at the art of mountain bikiing with your dog. Its not for every dog, or every mountain biker.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Brake Lever -  A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Brake_Lever.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a Brake Lever? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike brake lever.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mountain Biking - GuideReviews]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/cs/gr.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[An index of GuideReviews for the Mountain Biking guide site.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Beginners Guide to Moab]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/eventstravel/a/begguidmoab.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Moab Utah can be an intimidating experience for beginner mountain bikers who don't know where to find safe and easy rides in this top mountain biking destination. Here's a safety conscious guide to mountain biking Moab Utah on beginner trails that eliminates the guesswork. &#10;<p>&#10;Some of the best riding in the world is in Moab UT. Go if you can, and keep this guide in mind if you think it might be a little over your head.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[DeFeet Levi-T-Ator Socks]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/accessoriesessentials/gr/DeFeet_LeviT.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[There has never been a more technical bike sock ever made. The DeFeet Levi-T-Ator socks have so many different materials, panels and features, you forget they're just socks.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[29er - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/def_29er.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Quick explanation of what a 29er mountain bike is. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Post Injury Recovery]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/fitnesstrainingracing/a/post_injury.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A guide to making the best of your post injury recovery. Exercises and strategies to get your body back to prime condition after injury.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[MAXM MX-5 Handlebar Review]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/componentreviews/gr/MAXM_MX5.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Product review of the light weight MAXM MX-5 carbon composite handle bars. Strong, stiff, lightweight, the MAXM MX-5 bars are good.  ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cranks - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Cranks.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What are Cranks? It's simple, check out this definition of mountain bike cranks.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Balance Community Grants]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/bikenewsevents/a/Bgrants_comm.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A great community grant program from Balance Bar. The Balance Bar Community Grants Program offers grants of up to $25,000 US to community programs that promote healthy active lifestyles. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Front Derailleur]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Front_der.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a front derailleur? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike front derailleur.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Riding Wet Trails]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/tipsandtechniques/f/Wet_Trails.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Mountain biking on wet trails can be very damaging to the trail, especially in certain soil types. Riding and damaging a wet trail can not only lead to erosion but can lead to trail closures. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Does Your Bike Stuff Stink]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/tipsandtechniques/f/The_Stink.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[How to keep your bike clothes, gloves, and helmets from getting that nasty stench. Making your rides better for yoursef and those innocent victims around you.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Torque Wrench]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/torque_wrench.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick definition of a torque wrench]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Frame - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Frame.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a frame? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike frame.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hardpack - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Hardpack_def.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick look at hardpack soil conditions for mountain biking. What hardpack soil is like and what it will mean to the rider when riding in those conditions.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Rear Derailleur - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/rear_der.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a Rear Derailleur? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike Rear Derailleur.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Full Suspension - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/full_suspension.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What does full Suspension mean? It's simple, check out this definition of a full suspension mountain bike.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Component - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Component.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a Component? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike component.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[\$10 Mountain Bike Gifts ]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/tp/gifts_10under.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick list of $10 mountain bike gifts. Our top picks of mountain bike gifts around or under $10 US. These are mountain bike gifts that won't break your wallet, are easy to find, and cost about $10.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Race Face Deus Seat Post]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/componentreviews/gr/RF_Deus_SP.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[An in depth look at the Race Face Deus Seatpost. A product review exploring the positives, negatives and functionality of the Race Face Deus seatpost. What makes this Race Face seatpost different from other seatposts and why you might want one as an upgrade.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[\$25 Mountain Bike Gifts ]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/buyersguideandreviews/tp/Gifts_25usd.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick list of $25 mountain bike gifts. Our top picks of mountain bike gifts around or under $25 US. What every mountain biker would want that costs around or under $25 US.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Fork - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Fork.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a Fork? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike Fork.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mountain Biking - HowTos]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/cs/ht.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[An index of HowTos for the Mountain Biking guide site.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Multi-Tool - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/multi_tool.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a multi-tool? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike Multi-Tool.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Seat Post - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Seat_Post.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a seat post? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike seat post.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Snowbike]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Snowbike.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[A quick definition of a snowbike. A simple explanation of what a snowbike is and how they are used.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[World Cup 2006]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/bikenewsevents/a/world_cup06.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[The what, when, and where of the 2006 UCI World Cup mountain bike races. The complete World Cup 2006 mountain bike race series schedule. When the Cross Country, Cross Country Marathon, 4-Cross, and Downhill events of World Cup 2006 will take place.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Seat Post Head - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/seat_post_head.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a seat post head? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike seat post head.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pedal - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Pedal.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a pedal? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike pedal.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Clean - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Clean.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What does clean mean? It's simple, check out this mountain bike definition of clean.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[2006 Sea Otter Results]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/bikenewsevents/a/2006_Sea_Otter.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Mountain bike race results from the 2006 Sea Otter Classic. Top finishers in the major races at the Sea Otter classic.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Shifter - A Definition]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/Shifter.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a Shifter? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike shifter.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Olympic MTB Rules]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/olympicmountainbiking/a/oly_rules_regs.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Find explanations of the rules and regulations that govern the Olympic mountain bike races. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Grips - Mountain Bike Grips]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/mountainbikeglossary/g/grips.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[What's a Grip? It's simple, check out this definition of a mountain bike grip.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[OP Girls LTR Clinics - 05]]></title>
            <link>http://mountainbike.about.com/od/womensbikingguide/a/Op_Girls_LTR.htm</link>
            <description><![CDATA[Schedule of the 2005 OP Girls Learn to Ride clinics. Mountain bike clinics for girls and women of all ages and every skill level. Op Girls Learn to Ride Clinics for girls and women's riding skills, racing nutrition, bike maintenance, and more.]]></description>
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