
Why Join a Skills Clinic | Even If You’ve Been Riding for Years
If you’ve been riding for a while, you probably hear the words skills clinic and think: “That’s for beginners.” But the truth is that mountain biking is one of those sports where you never stop learning.

Why You Should Become a Crank Queens Member
There’s something magical about finding your people. The ones who cheer when you clear that tricky section you’ve been working on for weeks. The ones who send you a text saying, “We’re riding tonight — you in?”
Change Happens in Community - Why Mountain Biking with Others Can Transform Your Life
For me, mountain biking, and more importantly, the community around it, has been the reason I’ve stayed connected to the sport. If it had just been me out riding solo or tagging along on my husband’s rides, I honestly don’t think I would have stuck with it…

How I Actually Stay on Track (Even When Life is Full)
One of the most common questions I get from women in our community is: “How do you make time for your rides?”
And the honest answer is…

What a Women’s Mountain Biking Retreat is Really Like
Are you ready for a transformational retreat experience? You love riding but planning another trip is time you don’t have. Lucky for you, we plan it all! A Crank Queens Retreat isn’t just another weekend of mountain biking. It’s a chance to…

What Happens When We Under-Fuel on the Bike
Let’s talk about something we all tend to underestimate: fuel. Specifically, how much of it we actually need when we’re out riding.

What to Wear for Mountain Biking (Plus a Free Beginner’s Guide!)
Getting into mountain biking is exciting, but figuring out what to wear on your first few rides can feel overwhelming. The good news? You don’t need a closet full of expensive gear to get started. You just need a few essentials to ride comfortably and stay safe.

Why Nutrition Matters for Mountain Bikers
When it comes to performance, recovery, and simply enjoying your ride, nutrition matters more than most people think. A fueled ride is a fun ride and a strong one.

Want to Ride With Us? Start Here
There’s something powerful about showing up for yourself and even more powerful when you do it alongside a group of women who’ve got your back.

Why Community Changes Everything
We’re halfway through our spring group programs Back on the Bike™ and New to the Bike™ and it’s already been a season full of growth, grit, and genuine connection.
Each week, we’re learning new skills, tackling new trails, and stepping into new mindsets.

3 Nutrition Mistakes That Might Be Holding You Back on the Bike
If you’ve ever bonked halfway through a ride, felt totally wiped out climbing, or struggled to recover the next day, you’re not alone. The good news? Most nutrition mistakes are really easy to fix once you know what to look for.

4 Things I’d Do Differently If I were Learning How to Train on my Mountain Bike Now
When I first learned to mountain bike, I dove headfirst into racing. Like… immediately. No warm-up lap, just straight to the start line with no real idea of what I was doing. And let me tell you, there was a lot to learn.

MTB Trail Etiquette 101: Be Cool, Ride Kind
Let’s be real, nothing kills the vibe of a beautiful ride faster than a trail run-in gone wrong. To keep our trails open, safe, and welcoming for everyone, we’ve got to follow the unspoken (and spoken) rules of good trail behavior.

Why Your Off-the-Bike Habits Matter More Than You Think
When it comes to mountain biking, we often think that more time on the trail is the only path to progress. But what we do off the bike—how we fuel, recover, and build strength—can be just as critical.

From Group Text to Movement—The Origin Story of Crank Queens
Crank Queens didn’t start with a strategy or a business plan. It started with a group text. I just wanted more women to ride with. I was craving connection, camaraderie, and a crew of women …