It’s no secret that mountain biking in the brown pow is good for skiers cruising the white pow.
Overall, mountain biking’s a great workout for all parts of the body — heart, lungs, core, legs and arms. Plus, biking hones skills like balance, eye-body coordination and reflexes.
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