Mountain Biking News October 2007

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WEDNESDAY, 31 OCTOBER 2007
	Winter Park Resort to Add New MTB Trails
	The Winter Park Resort in Colorado is gearing up for the summer season. The said resort recently reveals their plan to install new mountain bike trails by next summer. The plan includes adding about 10 miles of trails, which will be mainly available for downhill and free riding. Resort Bike Park and Terrain Park Manager Bob Holme, emphasized that climbing will not be permitted on the said Read Full Story
TUESDAY, 30 OCTOBER 2007
	NZ’s Biggest MTB Dirt Jump Track Now Open
	New Zealand’s biggest mountain bike dirt jump track, which is located in Auckland’s Woodhill Forest, finally opened last weekend. Professional riders from across the country descended in the area to witness the much-awaited event. The track, which was named “Transition Airfield”, entails about 100 meters of double jumps, wall jump, and two containers that expand about 40 feet long Read Full Story
FRIDAY, 26 OCTOBER 2007
	SA Stage Race to Add Eighth Stage in 2008
	South Africa’s renowned stage race recently announced their intention to include an eighth stage in 2008. The 900-kilometer race will now be preceded by a 15-kilometer prologue time trial. The said time trial will be held at the town of Knysna this coming March 28, 2008. During the said time trial, the participating mountain bikers will compete in two teams. Each team will be assign Read Full Story
THURSDAY, 25 OCTOBER 2007
	Roc D’Azur Festival Held at Frejus
	The most anticipated mountain bike festival in Europe, Roc D’Azur Festival, was recently concluded at the French town of Frejus. The said event was held last October 10 to 15. The much anticipated event showcased 18 races that include marathons, cross-country, downhill as well as kids’ events. The men’s cross-country race turned in unexpected results as France’s very own Christoph Read Full Story
WEDNESDAY, 24 OCTOBER 2007
	Dedication Ceremony Held for Arcata’s MTB Trail
	Two years after the city of Arcata’s mountain biking enthusiasts rallied for their trail, the Arcata Community Forest trail finally got its much awaited dedication ceremony. The momentous event was held yesterday, October 23. The brief ceremony included the dedication ceremony as well as the installation of a redwood plaque. The plaque is a symbol of recognition for each and every Read Full Story