Mio Suemasa
Mio Suemasa is a Japanese mountain biking legend. MTBAsia sat down with Mio to discuss her journey from a multi-discipline champion to a remarkable comeback and her community effort to return to the global circuit.
Yatsugatake Cycling
From Racing Pro to Tour Guide: Paul Chetwynd on Yatsugatake Cycling and Mountain Biking in Japan
Hakuba Iwatake MTB Park – Overview
Hakuba Iwatake MTB PARK is one of Japan’s most scenic and approachable mountain bike destinations, set high above the Hakuba Valley with uninterrupted views of the Northern Japanese Alps.
Loose Riders and The Cult of Shred
Loose Riders began in 2012 as a humble Facebook page dedicated to the jungle trails of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Founded by riders who wanted to share their local knowledge of gravity-oriented lines, the initiative quickly evolved from a digital community into the Loose Riders Global Alliance.
Builder – Jimi on Palcall development
Head trail builder Jimi has been shaping the flow and features of Palcall Tsumagoi's mountain bike park, transforming its challenging terrain into a world-class riding destination.
Tsumagoi Food and Drink Guide
After a long day of high-speed descents at Palcall Tsumagoi, the hunger is real. While the trail-side vibe is great, some riders head to Tsumagoi Village or over to the famous Kusatsu Onsen (about a 40-minute drive) to soak their muscles and dive into a more
Palcall Tsumagoi Bike Park
Japan’s most approachable lift-access MTB park. Smooth, flow-focused trails, beginner-friendly progression, and gondola access make Palcall Tsumagoi Bike Park the perfect place to learn, lap, and fall in love with mountain biking in Japan.
