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Track Talk

The Hoodie Drop: Your Favourite Tees, Winterproofed
Summer sessions end. The riding doesn't. The Hoodie Drop takes the tee designs you've already backed and puts them on a garment built for the months when the track gets cold, wet, and a lot more fun to ride in a proper hoodie. Same Designs, No Compromises We didn't create a separate "hoodie collection" with its own watered-down graphics. Every design in this drop is a direct carry-over from the t-shirt range that's already earned its place — same Racing Co badges, same tattoo-flash illustrations, same MTB graphics, front and... Read more...
Built for the Track: Inside Our T-Shirt Range
We could have filled the shop with fifty t-shirt designs. We didn't. PumpTrackShop runs a small, curated range because a tee with a track's DNA in it should earn its place on the rack — not just take up space on it. Best of Family, Nothing Else Every design in our t-shirt range has been through the same filter: is this the strongest piece from its family, or just another version of it? We build out full concepts — badges, illustrations, graphic sets — then keep only the standout from... Read more...
What to Wear on the Track
Nobody is standing at the gate checking your outfit. A pump track is one of the most relaxed riding environments there is. But what you wear does affect how you ride, especially once you start spending real time on the track and want to push harder. The Basics A helmet is non-negotiable, the same as any other riding. Beyond that, the rest is about comfort and movement. You want clothes that let you move freely without catching on anything or riding up when you crouch down into the pump position.... Read more...
5 Pump Tracks You Need to Ride
Pump tracks have spread all over the world in the last decade. PARKITECT has built some brilliant ones across Europe, and the standard keeps going up. Whether you are planning a trip around tracks or just want to know what a proper pump track looks like at its best, here are five that are worth going out of your way for. 1. Bikepark Winterberg, Germany Winterberg is one of the busiest bike destinations in central Europe and the pump track there matches the quality of the rest of the park.... Read more...
BMX vs MTB on a Pump Track: Which Is Right for You
People ask this one a lot, especially if they are new to riding or thinking about getting their first bike. The short answer is that both work great on a pump track. The longer answer is that it depends on what you actually want to get out of it. What a Pump Track Rewards Pump tracks are all about generating speed without pedalling. You do it by pushing into bumps (rollers) and using your body weight through corners. This means the bike matters less than your timing and technique. A... Read more...
How to Get Faster on a Pump Track
Speed on a pump track is not about fitness. You can be in great shape and still get beaten by someone half your size who has figured out the timing. That is what makes pump tracks interesting and also a little humbling at first. Here is what actually makes the difference. Fix Your Body Position First Before anything else, get your weight over the bike properly. You want to be slightly forward, arms slightly bent, ready to absorb and push at the same time. If you are upright and stiff... Read more...
What Is a Pump Track? The Beginner's Guide
If you have ever watched someone glide around a looping dirt circuit without pedalling once and wondered what is actually going on, you are looking at a pump track. They are one of the most addictive things in cycling and once you try one you will understand why they keep building more of them. The Short Version A pump track is a closed-loop riding circuit made up of rollers and banked corners. You use your body weight to push into the ground on the down-slopes and pull up on the... Read more...
Gift Guide for Pump Track Riders: What to Actually Buy
Buying for a pump track rider is one of those gift challenges that looks harder than it is. They're specific people with specific tastes, but the good news is they always need more kit. Here's a straightforward guide. If you're not sure what they want, buy what they wear every day Riders live in their kit. A good tee or hoodie with the right look gets worn constantly, not just on the bike. The key is making sure it actually speaks to the culture rather than just having a bike... Read more...
How to Choose the Right Pump Track Kit
Good kit for riding doesn't need to be complicated. You need something that moves well, looks right, and holds up over time. Here's how to think about it. Tees: the daily driver A pump track tee lives a hard life. It goes through sessions, washes, and more sessions. The main things to look for are a cut that lets your arms move freely, fabric that breathes when you're working, and a design that actually represents the culture you're part of. Generic cycling graphics aren't really pump track. If the tee... Read more...
Pump Track Tips for Beginners: What Nobody Tells You
Your first session on a pump track is exciting. It can also be a bit confusing. The track looks simple from the outside but there's actually a lot going on. Here are the things that would have helped to know from the start. Go slower than you think you need to Speed feels like the answer on a pump track. It isn't, at first. Your first few laps should be slow enough that you can actually feel what each feature is doing. Walk the track before you ride it. Understand... Read more...
PARKITECT AG: The People Building Real Pump Tracks
Who are PARKITECT AG? PARKITECT AG is a Swiss company that designs and builds professional pump tracks. Founded by people who actually ride, they've made it their mission to bring proper riding infrastructure to communities that wouldn't otherwise have access to it. You might have seen their work in a local park, a school yard, or a ski resort car park. Their tracks tend to stand out because they're built to be ridden seriously, not just looked at. Why modular matters Traditional pump tracks are great. Hand-sculpted dirt, shaped over... Read more...
What Is a Pump Track? The Complete Beginner's Guide
What is a pump track? A pump track is a purpose-built circuit of rollers, berms, and transitions designed to be ridden without pedalling. The idea is simple: you generate speed by pushing into dips and lifting through crests , a motion riders call "pumping" , and carry that momentum all the way around the loop. You don't need a motor. You don't need to pedal. You just need body movement, timing, and the irresistible urge to go faster. Where did pump tracks come from? Pump tracks evolved out of BMX... Read more...
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