Eric Behn, Author at SnowBrains

Pro-Tec Shovelhead 2 | First Impressions

Purpose: This summer we have had the opportunity to test and review the Pro-Tec Shovelhead 2 full face helmet. This helmet doesn’t break the budget, retailing for $129.95 USD but is a very solid and stylish looking helmet. Materials and Method: The first impressions have been obtained through a few days in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park and regular out-of-the-box inspection. […]

Gear

Eric Behn | July 8, 2013

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Whistler Trail Profile: Dwayne Johnson

If you’ve ever ridden Whistler Mountain Bike Park and didn’t know about this legendary trail, you were probably puzzled over why the name of a washed up WWE wrestler turned actor had been thrown around so much. No, The Game Plan wasn’t playing in the Village 8 Cinemas in Whistler, and no, The Rock isn’t making a comeback in the […]

Biking

Eric Behn | June 26, 2013

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Pro-Tec Gravity Knee Pad First Impressions | 25% OFF COUPON CODE

CycleBrains.com and Pro-Tec Protection have partnered this summer to bring you quality reviews accompanied with discount codes for the Pro-Tec online store. CycleBrains is committed to providing true and honest journalistic standards while conducting these reviews. Purpose: It seems that the two pieces of equipment gravity riders always have are a helmet and knee or leg protection. Your knees are the most […]

Biking

Eric Behn | June 25, 2013

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How To: Ride Whistler Like Mark Matthews

Mark Matthews and Rupert Walker recently released this video of Matthews getting stylish all over Whistler Bike Park. Maybe you saw a line you liked but have no idea where in the park you can hit it. Well here is all is: 0:11 -0:14 Dirt Merchant starting drop. 0:14 – 0:25 Dirt Merchant first step down and […]

Biking

Eric Behn | June 24, 2013

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CycleBrains.com now on Facebook

Like Cyclebrains on Facebook to get updates on the fly. New articles, photos and videos will be posted daily on our page to help keep you up to date on the mountain bike community. Share our page with your friends so we can continue to build the best website possible! Whistler Mountain Bike Park, Northstar Bike Park, etc. Updates | […]

Biking

Eric Behn | June 16, 2013

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Whistler Bike Park: “Exposed to Ridicule” | A Guide to Whistler’s Most Watched Lines

Whistler Mountain Bike Park is full of adrenaline. Riders taking risks, going big, and having lots of action filled fun. But when fun and adrenaline are involved, you must be ready to be heckled. It’s all in good fun, and nothing is personal, but when you ride in the Whistler Bike Park, remember that you can be exposed to ridicule […]

Biking

Eric Behn | June 11, 2013

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Gear Review: Specialized Dissident Helmet

Purpose: The Specialized Dissident is a high end downhill or freeride full face helmet. With an outer shell made of carbon fiber this helmet is both strong and extremely light, in fact the helmet is rumoured to be the lightest on the market. The helmet comes with a nifty padded carrying bag which is roomy enough for the helmet and […]

Biking

Eric Behn | June 7, 2013

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Whistler Trail Profile: Upper Joyride

Whistler Mountain Bike Park is home to a plethora of amazing trails whether it be those with more flow like A-Line or the more technical trails like Tech Noir. It is a place to hone your skills and learn new riding styles and become more comfortable on your bike. Upper Joyride is a great combination of both good flow and […]

Biking

Eric Behn | May 31, 2013

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