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  1. April from WA

    Injuries, broken bones, etc.

    I totally agree! I'm lucky to just have a broken bone! Its been about three weeks now, and I'm moving my wrist around and holding 3-5 pounds (they never casted it, just have a brace). I'm actually considering doing an XC race this weekend. It doesn't hurt at all to ride, its just the...
  2. April from WA

    Injuries, broken bones, etc.

    Thanks for the tips! Speaking of trainers--I'm currently researching them due to my current situation. Any recommendations? I've heard that the 1upusa is the deal!
  3. April from WA

    Injuries, broken bones, etc.

    Hello everyone...I sustained my first real mtn biking injury--i broke my left wrist and right arm last weekend near Mt. Rainier. I'm completely bummed b/c I was going to try my 1st XC and DH race in 2 weeks and after that, the season is pretty much over. :nopity: Have any of you broke a...
  4. April from WA

    Time for a change

    I know what you mean about the long trips to Whistler! I live in Olympia and I'm trying to convince my boyfriend that we need to move to B'ham to be closer to Whistler! I will check out your bike on the buy and sell forum. I'm casually looking for a DH bike as my SC Heckler doesn't cut it at...
  5. April from WA

    Riding, Racing & Pregnancy

    How exciting! I have to commend you on your strength to make this life change. I'm 26 and hope that I will be ready to have children in the next 5 years or so. Right now, it is hard to imagine because I enjoy my recreation time so much. I guess that's what in-laws are for!
  6. April from WA

    Riding, Racing & Pregnancy

    Thank you for the info regarding elite women and heart rates! I'll have to check that article out! I am a strong believer that you just need to listen to your body and do what feels right, however since I don't know any of your fitness levels, I felt it best to err on the conservative side...
  7. April from WA

    Riding, Racing & Pregnancy

    Hello everyone, I just found this forum yesterday when I did a search for small DH mountain bikes. I'm extremely excited that there are other people out there with the same interests and questions as me! Regarding mountain biking and pregnancy...I am currently earning my Master's Degree in...