A little over a week ago, I threw up a poll on MTB198 asking about mountain biking forums. Mountain biking forums have become an integral part of the mountain biking community for many riders. They get on…converse…argue…share rides…and ask questions. Forums can be an invaluable resource for instant information as well as a place to hang out with other like minded obsessed riders during your off time.
On the internet, there are several different forms of online forums. Local club and advocacy groups use forums as a way to let their members communicate and keep everyone informed about what’s going on with the group. Larger, more general forums aim to create a large community based around one specific purpose…talking about mountain biking. As of late, these larger online forums are also entering into products reviews and other forms of content generation to further expand their offerings.
Just like the larger forum sites, we are also looking at ways to expand the offerings of the new bike198.com that will be launching in the coming weeks. The idea of adding a forum to the new site was discussed, so I wanted to get an idea where you guys hang out online.
I guess the real question is…is there room for another mountain biking forum on the net?
Results from The Mountain Biking Forums Poll
This really shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone here. MTBR.com took the top spot with local groups cleaning up second.
Mountain Biking Forum Poll Results