Colin Field
Colin Field is a cycling journalist who focuses on mountain biking, race culture and the infrastructure and economics that shape the sport. Writing for Canadian Cycling Magazine, he distinguishes himself by treating bikes not just as gear but as part of wider stories about riders, teams, trails and communities.
Mountain biking makes cents
Field regularly covers the money and policy side of off-road riding, showing how trails and bike parks fit into bigger economic and access questions. In “Mountain biking makes cents: What Canada can learn from a major U.S. study,” he digs into research on the financial impact of trail networks and translates it into clear lessons for Canadian stakeholders. His piece on “Why one of North America's most progressive mountain towns still bans e-bikes on trails” looks at how local regulations can lag behind rider demand, using that conflict to explain evolving attitudes toward new technology. When he reports on “Edmonton's first bike park breaks ground this year,” he follows the story from idea to construction, highlighting how volunteer energy, municipal decisions and rider needs come together around new facilities. Taken together, these articles show a reporter who treats mountain biking as an economic and civic issue as much as a recreational one.
Racing teams, contracts and World Cup campaigns
Field’s race coverage goes beyond results to examine careers, contracts and team dynamics. In “Norco's expanded 2025 DH team revealed. But who are they?” he frames roster news as an introduction to riders, sponsors and the strategy behind a downhill program. “Last call? Team mix ups and sponsor drops” looks at how shifting support can reshape a season, tracing the implications of changes that might otherwise be treated as simple transaction news. His report on “A top Canadian contingent will race in Snowshoe, W. Va.” follows national talent into major events and sets expectations for their performance, while “Epic first enduro world championships in Italy” situates a new global competition in the broader evolution of the discipline. In “Canadian XC racer delivers his top World Cup results then faces a closed door on contracts,” he connects on-course success to off-course uncertainty, showing how the professional side of racing can clash with athletic achievement. This pattern of work reflects a consistent interest in how riders navigate the structures of teams, sponsors and governing bodies.
Gear reviews from helmets to dropper posts
Field is also a gear-focused reporter, testing products and explaining how they perform in real conditions. In “Tested: Lazer A Line KinetiCore,” he approaches a helmet review by balancing technical detail with practical impressions, helping readers understand what design features will matter on the trail. “Early review: Seekrun $320 dropper” applies the same approach to a component, assessing value and reliability rather than treating price alone as the key selling point. His guide “How to maintain your bike rack so it doesn't let you down” shifts from evaluation to hands-on advice, outlining simple steps that prevent equipment failure during travel. When he covers “Canyon unveils its 32-inch bike concept,” he treats an unconventional design as a chance to explore where bike engineering might be headed rather than just an oddity. Across these pieces, his gear writing is marked by plain explanations, a focus on function and an interest in how products change the riding experience.
Why every mountain biker needs a dirt jumper
Beyond news and gear, Field writes features that explore the culture and personal passions around bikes. “N+1+DJ: Why every mountain biker needs a dirt jumper” uses the idea of the “one more bike” to examine skill-building, fun and the specific appeal of dirt jump riding, positioning that style as a complement to trail and enduro riding. His story about “The Canadian collector has spent years searching for an impossibly rare Rocky Mountain bike. Maybe you've seen it?” follows a long hunt for a specific frame, showing how brand history and personal memory drive collecting. In a piece introduced with “Five friends, 2,000 volunteer hours and some…”, he focuses on a group project built on sustained volunteer work, tying trail or park development to friendship and community effort. His coverage of “Cape Epic 2025 delivers brutal racing—but rumours…” mixes race narrative with the chatter and speculation that surround big events, giving readers both the action and the atmosphere. Together, these features show a writer interested in the motivations, obsessions and shared work that sit underneath the more visible parts of the sport.
Field’s body of work is notable for its range within cycling: economics and access, professional racing structures, detailed gear testing and the personal stories that keep riders and builders invested. The same direct, reported style runs through a kit launch in “Cycling Canada unveils Montreal-inspired kit for home world. Here's why” and his broader coverage of teams and trails, making his pieces useful for anyone looking to understand how specific developments fit into the larger mountain biking landscape.
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