Lance Armstrong rides into Big Bear Oct 30, 2009
Local riders who have struggled with the loss of local downhill mountain biking opportunities in recent years, are excited about a new spotlight on their sport. Big Bear s been waiting for a moment like this, said Larry Longo of Big Bear Lake. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Answers target specific age groups Oct 27, 2009
However, we can be an amazing winter destination for non-snow sports and need to focus on our strengths: winter hiking, wildlife watching, ice climbing (its an hour away but also the best in the country and impossible to be closer), mountain biking. Develop and outdoor recreation are opposites. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Don't 'fall' for it: Summer makes comeback Oct 27, 2009
Likewise, Tiel Doust of Newton and Scott Wadland and his twin 7-year-old daughters, Jocelyn and Jillian, of Framingham, stopped at Mad Willie's for an ice cream after mountain biking in Needham. It was a little cold on the ride, but not too cold for an ice cream, Jocelyn said. (Framingham TAB, MA)
More Iowans drawn to 'fun' of cyclocross Oct 26, 2009
"It's less technical than mountain biking but faster-paced.". He takes off next to Tim Heinle, who pointed to his white T-shirt and said, "I'm a new guy. No jersey.". (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Llanos, Dibens win XTERRA World triathlon on Maui Oct 26, 2009
MAKENA, Maui Former Olympic triathletes Eneko Llanos of Spain and defending champ Julie Dibens of England won Sunday's XTERRA World Championship, a triathlon that combines a mile ocean swim with 20 miles of mountain biking and a 7-mile run over lava and sand. The 32-year-old Llanos finished the race on and off Maui's coast in 2 hours, 37 minutes, 22 seconds 55 seconds ahead of second-place finisher Nicolas Lebrun of France. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Bike accident kills Idaho man Oct 26, 2009
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- The Grand County sheriff's office says an Idaho man has died while mountain biking in Moab. Todd Johnston, 42, of Ketchum, was on the Gold Bar Rim Trail Friday when he complained to friends about being tired and stopped to walk his bike. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
550 entered in XTERRA World Championship triathlon on Maui Oct 25, 2009
They'll follow that by mountain biking 20 miles on a course that climbs 3,000 feet up and down the lower slopes of Haleakala. The third leg is a 7. (Honolulu Advertiser)
8 parks fully connected in western Singapore Oct 25, 2009
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Athlete excels in classroom Oct 21, 2009
Since arriving in Pocatello, he's taken up mountain biking. He's also enjoyed playing for his father. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
On the Wild, Wild Coast Oct 20, 2009
The surrounding area offers unbeatable hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, surfing, angling, village visits, and much more. The Inn is hidden in a grove of coastal Milkwood trees, literally on the beach, and accommodation is in twin-bedded en-suite rondawels offering basic but comfortable facilities. (iAfrica.com)
For Julie Mohs, all trails led back home to Cuyuna Country Oct 19, 2009
One particular project that has Mohs and other area boosters excited is the International Mountain Biking Association's identification of the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area as a prime location for a ride center that would attract mountain bikers to the area for recreation and even possibly for second home locations ... 1 miles of paved trails that currently exist, there is a one-mile stretch of a test trail for mountain biking ... In an informational brochure the IMBA lauded the Cuyuna... (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Four-star tight end Blake Barker drops Stanford for Harvard Oct 18, 2009
I like the outdoors stuff you can do in Boise - fly fishing, mountain biking, hiking - I love it all. "Programs such as Oregon, Oregon State, California and Washington were also showing some interest in Peterson.Last fall, he hauled in 54 passes for 964 yards (17.9 average) and eight touchdowns lining up primarily at wide receiver. Glossary JC - Junior College PG - Post Graduate LQ - Late Qualifiers TR - Transfer Player will Attend D2 School Player Has Severe Injury Plans to attend Junior... (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Local sports briefs: 'Dogs lose in four sets Oct 16, 2009
Cyclocross mixes road, mountain biking. It's a little bit mountain biking and a little bit road cycling mixed with a whole lot of chaos ... Cyclocross, a fast-growing branch of cycling that combines elements of road and mountain biking, returns to Fresno this month with the 2009 Homegrown Cyclocross Series at Woodward Park. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Cyclocross mixes road, mountain biking Oct 15, 2009
It's a little bit mountain biking and a little bit road cycling mixed with a whole lot of chaos. Cyclocross, a fast-growing branch of cycling that combines elements of road and mountain biking, returns to Fresno this month with the 2009 Homegrown Cyclocross Series at Woodward Park ... Cyclocross blends the speed of road biking and the ruggedness of mountain biking with a pinch of steeplechase. (Fresno Bee)
Port-au-Prince, Haiti Oct 13, 2009
Located in the upper hills of Kenscoff, in the beautiful Belot Mountains, this charming resort offers horseback riding, mountain biking, tennis, foosball and several other fun activities. $90-330. (Suite101.com)
Bikers and walkers ignore changing seasons Oct 12, 2009
He also enjoys mountain biking during the winter, but he always takes precautions when his riding. It's usually dark when Embrock leaves for work at 6:45 a.m., and dark on the ride home after 4 p.m.. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Weekend Adventure: Mountain Biking Oct 12, 2009
mountain biking combines aspects of downhill mountain biking and dirt jumping to create a discipline filled with breathtaking beauty and acrobatics ... Barreling down mountains at frightening speeds, riders use the natural terrain of mountain biking, combined with dirt jumps and other manmade features, to execute acrobatic tricks usually reserved for dirt-biking tracks ... "Good Morning America Weekend's" recently caught up with some of the best freeride mountain bikers in the world during part... (ABC News)
Pedal extremities: walkers v cyclists in parks Oct 10, 2009
Cyclists are at loggerheads with environmentalists over whether mountain biking should be allowed in the parks ... You've got all this brilliant bushland but you're not able to use it,'' said Rob Rainton, from the Northern Beaches Mountain Biking Group. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Broken neck can't stop Woodbridge cyclist Lauren Liden (4) Oct 8, 2009
ADVERTISEMENT Lauren Liden smiles as she talks about her love of mountain biking while in her Woodbridge home. Liden crashed and broke her neck during a recent race in South Dakota. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
What’s the rush? Oct 4, 2009
There s nothing quite like the exhilarating feeling of mountain biking ... But once word starts to spread about this unique 70-mile network, expect it to rival the Kingdom Trails as one of the top mountain biking hubs in the state ... Starting at an elevation over 2,000 feet, this forest puts the mountain back into the state s mountain biking. (Boston Globe)
• Treading through time Oct 3, 2009
The Treadwell Ditch Trail is often presented as a mountain biking trail, but as an avid cyclist who tried (and failed) to ride from multiple access points and finally took the time to cover most of the route in one hike, it's my opinion that only the truly patient - or crazy - would bother to drag a bike over this partially decayed trail. Save yourself some frustration and likely some time by leaving the bike at home and enjoying the Treadwell Ditch Trail for what it is - a great rainy day... (Juneau Empire)
Rio Wins the 2016 Olympics: Now For the Hard Part Oct 3, 2009
Then, at least $78 million will be spent on seven temporary structures for beach volleyball, triathlon, marathon swimming, race walking, road cycling, weightlifting, hockey, mountain biking and modern pentathlon. Rio has promised to spend $427 million on an athlete's village that replicates "the outdoor lifestyle of Rio's beachside neighborhoods" (and no doubt swings to the sounds of samba and bossa nova). (Time.com)
Tom Stienstra's tips for two-wheeled nirvana Sep 26, 2009
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Subaru-sponsored trail construction team meets the Arnold Rim Trail Sep 24, 2009
The Arnold Rim Trail Association has announced the arrival of one of America's top-billed trail construction and multi-user etiquette training teams, sponsored by the Subaru Corporation: the nonprofit International Mountain Biking Association ... The International Mountain Biking Association has been noted for its high-quality community education programs founded on its mission to serve those who want to recreate responsibly on the highest quality trails on public and other lands. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Rugged beauty and solitude without a long hike Sep 20, 2009
In addition to paddling, the park allows warm-water fishing, hiking, and mountain biking, but no motorboats. Pets are welcome, subject to state park rules (see website). (Boston Globe)
2 dozen motorcycles crash on I-5 in Ore. Sep 19, 2009
2 dozen motorcycles crash on I-5 in Ore. - National Wire - fresnobee. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Frugal vacationers heading outdoors Sep 19, 2009
Fanning said her group, which monitors trends in the outdoor industry, was seeing increased participation in tent camping, backpacking, trail running and mountain biking in 2008. And although combined retail sales for the outdoor industry declined slightly, sales of camping gear were up this spring, the foundation reports. (AZCentral -- News)
Del Potro's Hometown in Argentina Prepares Welcomes for U.S. Open Champion Sep 18, 2009
The town offers tourists hiking, hunting, fishing, mountain biking, canoeing and two golf courses. Its shops sell visitors locally made cheeses, salami and gaucho knives. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
New bicycle gets a lift Sep 16, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
One-day, one-tank fall foliage trips Sep 16, 2009
Pick up a picnic lunch at the LaGrange General Store, explore the forests myriad hiking and mountain biking trails or simply cruise the Kettle Moraine Scenic Drive before heading east to catch I-94 back to Chicago. DenverLess than 30 miles from Denver, Boulder puts an artistic spin on fall foliage during , a community program in which 130 local artists open their studios to the public. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Boiling Springs students head outdoors for gym Sep 16, 2009
Units covered include kayaking, cross country skiing, snow shoeing and mountain biking. The school is currently seeking a grant to fund an archery program for next year, Ferrell said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Herding Squirrels: Learning to ride Sep 15, 2009
Pedaling up the first rise at the newest mountain biking race in Orange County, Calif. I take a sip from my hydration pack and nearly gag: coke, two different brands of energy drink and water. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Leading through adventure Sep 13, 2009
The group is gearing up for a hike down the Old Spanish Trail, where they will raft down the Gunnison River and finish the week-long trip mountain biking back to Fruita. Quade has similar trip ideas for his new group, though it the members that decide what they will do. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Events set over weekend Sep 11, 2009
There will be road and trail events including a 5k, 10k and half marathon, 20k and 40k mountain biking, a DuXtreme mountain bike and trail run, off -road duathlon and kids' races. Portneuf Medical Center has purchased registration for any person 17 and under to participate in any of the events. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Cyclist Jongewaard jailed over road crash Sep 11, 2009
Jongewaard, who has represented Australia in mountain biking and has also ridden in major international road events including the Tour Down Under, is yet to face a Cycling Australia hearing over his conviction. But cycling officials previously rejected calls to ban him immediately. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
New campground possible Sep 10, 2009
Trail riding, as well as mountain biking and hiking by foot, stimulates our local economy so fixing our trails and creating an equestrian campground is beneficial for everyone, Stewart said. Right now we need to raise money to get the campground built, to produce our master trails map and to mark the trails. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Excitement is building locally for one of cycling's top events Sep 9, 2009
As he began working out with friends, his interest peaked and he branched out from mountain biking to road biking. "It (cycling) is something you can do your whole life," he said. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Letter: Tester forest bill enjoys broad-based support Sep 9, 2009
In addition, the bill sets up recreation areas to be managed specifically for mountain biking or motorized use. This bill addresses all forest interests and finds common ground among groups who are traditionally at odds with one another. (Montana Standard, MT)
Floods, mudslides among post-wildfire worries Sep 8, 2009
In the forest, the consequences of the fire range from loss of wildlife and habitat to an indefinite closure of a vast area used for hiking, fishing, hunting, mountain biking and even commuting. For the thousands of hikers, much of the forest may no longer resemble the descriptions in "Trails of the Angeles," the bible for trekkers in the San Gabriels since the early 1970s. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Record field turns out for bike race Sep 7, 2009
The mountain biking community descended on Spearfish on Sunday, as a record crowd of 388 racers from all over the country participated in the ninth annual Dakota Five-O bike race ... Olson, who grew up in Watertown and began mountain biking while a student at Black Hills State, spent more time focused on the competition and his own physical demands to do much sightseeing. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Agriturismi offer country life, Tuscan style Sep 7, 2009
It also clearly is on the resort end of the rustic spectrum: Beverly Hills-style pool, romantic gardens brimming with red geraniums, breakfast buffet (included in the price and made with fresh, locally grown ingredients), cooking and ceramic classes, horseback riding and mountain biking. The total: about $170 per night. (San Francisco Chronicle)
ARC offers trips, rental equipment Sep 3, 2009
UTC Outdoors also hosts weekend field trips in kayaking, backpacking, mountain biking and caving for a $20 deposit. Page 1 of 1. (The University Echo, TN)
FDA says frog or toad was in Fla. man's soda can Sep 3, 2009
Hiking, mountain biking and skiing, I already knew well. Fishing and hunting, eager to learn. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
First Public Forum on City Bike Plan Is September 10 Sep 2, 2009
5 miles of trails for mountain biking and 13. 5 miles for multipurpose trails. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Lawrence buds bike to Mackinac Bridge Sep 1, 2009
Beasley has been mountain biking for many years and thought a trip to the bridge would be the perfect way to get plenty of exercise while enjoying the beauty of Michigan. Training for the trip began about a year ago, with Beasley biking 25 to 30 miles a day, five days a week. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
Family travel five: A break by the lake Sep 1, 2009
With rich green forests as your backdrop, spend a day mountain biking or bird-watching, then visit the nearby kid-friendly Beavers Bend Wildlife Museum. Contact: 1-800-528-7337; www. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
GREAT OUTDOORS: Free spirit finds cycling again Aug 30, 2009
After moving to Tubac in 1982 to continue a copper fountains business he started in Las Cruces, N.M., Blackwell found that his neck and back were starting to give him problems, so he got back onto a bicycle with the encouragement of friend Randy Williams, who was into mountain biking. After having his and his wife s bikes stolen twice, he went to a motorcycle, but eventually got back to cycling in 1995 and hasn t stopped riding since. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Eco-friendly luxury hotel specials, from $130 Aug 29, 2009
From gondola rides to guided mountain biking and fishing excursions, guests can explore the resorts stunning alpine surroundings with an exciting range of seasonal activities. For a luxury adventure with unbeatable savings, we suggest the Green with Envy package. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Moving to Africa and Locating to Ca... Aug 29, 2009
The various wine routes offer a wide variety of activities, from horseback trails to mountain biking and hiking. The Cape has possibly the best land-based whale watching in the world. (Suite101.com)
FAT to fit: Update from the road Aug 28, 2009
Set up much like a Club Med, the camp, located in the boondocks of Connecticut, offered up two days of activities including water skiing, keg softball games, mountain biking, rock climbing, golf, tennis, kayaking, midnight bonfires, and 2AM volleyball games. That weekend I managed participate in two tennis lessons, hit up the rock wall, shot some arrows during an archery contest, played volleyball, got two RBIs during a game of keg softball, played flip cup and last and very least, played a game... (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Try the Pemberton Trail in McDowell Mountain park. Aug 28, 2009
Get Started: Mountain biking for beginners ... Get Started: Mountain biking for beginners ... Mountain biking - if you believe YouTube, movies and television shows - is all about 20-something daredevils thrashing down muddy trails and making death-defying leaps over yawning chasms. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Hay beds latest hotel craze in Europe Aug 27, 2009
These typically include horse riding, canoeing, mountain biking and archery. Foodies will also get the chance to buy fresh meat, cheeses and other farm produce on site. (CNN -- Travel)
Summer Birding at the Keystone Ski ... Aug 25, 2009
Keystone is well known for winter sports, but it's a great summer destination for fishing, mountain biking and hiking, too. Birders will also find it worth their time. (Suite101.com)
First Arnold Rim Trail Celebration planned Aug 25, 2009
Volunteers working together on trail volunteer days have come from hiking, mountain biking and equestrian groups, or are individuals who want to see a continuous, high-quality trail made available to all. The Arnold Rim Trail was a concept introduced by longtime resident Warren Alford earlier in the decade, a trail that would encircle the greater Arnold area with 30 to 40 miles in its main stem and access to other existing trails. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Grand Raid battled up and down the Swiss Alps Aug 24, 2009
Michel Seppey: It was the brainchild of a group of friends who wanted to recreate the Patrouille des Glaciers (one of the biggest ski-mountaineering races in Europe) as a mountain biking race ... Twenty years ago, mountain biking was very much in its infancy and riders were barely tolerated on trails meant for hikers ... ch: Do you feel you are one of the pioneers of mountain biking. (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)
Hidden treasures Aug 23, 2009
I don t have the attention span for mountain biking or hiking, and you d have to chase me with a gun to see me run, he said while dodging brush off the trail on the way to his cache placed at Murray Springs. For such an unstructured sport, (geocaching) does well. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Bike race tests riders’ endurance Aug 23, 2009
Jason Miller, a 39-year-old lobbyist from Helena, began mountain biking three years ago and Saturday completed the 38 Special for the second time. It s something to keep me engaged in the sport, something to train for, something to look forward to, and it s not ultra-competitive, he said, moments after completing the race. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Finish holds as more tired athletes end quest Aug 22, 2009
The challenge was to cross Black Hills and Badlands backcountry by completing various segments of running, orienteering with a compass, mountain biking, rope climbing, cave venturing, kayaking and swimming. Rapid Reply. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Wildflowers & Birds at Lily Pad Lak... Aug 22, 2009
Increasingly, it is also becoming known for a wide range of summertime activities, including mountain biking, fishing and hiking. There are many in Summit County, but the hike to Lily Pad Lakes is a fairly easy, family-oriented jaunt close to Silverthorne and Dillon. (Suite101.com)
Deer hunting intro at Hoosier Outdoor Experience Aug 21, 2009
Unlike traditional trade shows, visitors will be able to enjoy hands-on experiences in a wide range of outdoor activities, such as fly fishing, target shooting, archery, kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, camping and much more. Parking, admission, activities, demonstrations and seminars are free to the public, but online registration is required. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Summer wraps up with Arnold Rim Trail activities Aug 21, 2009
The International Mountain Biking Association will bring its three-day trail-building educational seminar to the Highway 4 Corridor Oct 16 through 18. This course teaches responsible, sustainable trail-building techniques for multi-use trails. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Sun Valley offers plenty to keep you busy in the outdoors Aug 20, 2009
The Sun Valley area offers some of the best mountain biking in the world, according to local biking enthusiast Bob Rosso. And it ranges from relatively easy trails like the Harriman, a wide trail that stretches about 20 miles from SNRA to Galena Lodge, to more difficult trails like the Oregon Gulch trail with rock steps and tree roots to bounce over. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
A terror on the trails Aug 20, 2009
15-year-old Ashley Stilwell has mountain biking in her blood ... And it helps that she s got a little mountain biking blood running through her veins ... She s off to quite a start in the comptitive world, having finished third among Cat 3 15-to-18 year-olds in last year s Mountain Biking Association of Arizona points series. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Enjoying the great outdoors Aug 18, 2009
What she does when she s there: Outdoor activities, such as mountain biking and taking 5-mile hikes with her three dogs (golden retrievers Lex, Steele and Pace). Rental or not. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Highlights for Adventure Travel in ... Aug 17, 2009
Adding to the adrenaline rush are outfitters offering kayaking, mountain biking, river boarding and bungee jumping. One and two-day whitewater rafting trips alternate between lazy sections of river good for relaxing and bird watching, and heart-pounding grade 4 and 5 rapids that leave everyone soaking wet but exhilarated. (Suite101.com)
