Mountain Biking News - October 2007

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Winter Park Resort to Add New MTB Trails

Wednesday, 31 October 2007

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 trails since they are designed for coasting and pedal-free only.

The resort’s initiative to expand their mountain biking facilities in order to attract more mountain biking enthusiasts over the summer season is part of the US Forest Service’s campaign to improve summer activities.

For more details on this news story, please visit www.aspentimes.com.

NZ’s Biggest MTB Dirt Jump Track Now Open

Tuesday, 30 October 2007

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 a rea 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 each.

The development of Transition Airfield lasted about a year and took nearly 150 truck loads of dirt. The said track is expected to host the first round of the National Dirt Jump Championships, which is set to take place this coming February.

For more details on this news story, please visit www.tv3.co.nz.

SA Stage Race to Add Eighth Stage in 2008

Friday, 26 October 2007

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. Th e 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 assigned a specific starting time and will be set off in 30-second intervals.

Meanwhile, the specific route for the 2008 Absa Cape Epic is expected to be announced this coming October 30 at the charity route launch gala.

For more information on this news story, please visit www.velonews.com or www.cape-epic.com.

Roc D’Azur Festival Held at Frejus

Thursday, 25 October 2007

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 antici pated 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 Peraud bagged the prize, defeating two-time winners Christoph Sauser and Alban Lakata.

On the other hand, Switzerland’s cross-country and marathon champ Petra Henzi reigned supreme. The Swiss athlete defeated Maja Wloszczowska of Poland.

Meanwhile, fans of Alison Sydor were disappointed that Roc D’Azur‘s three-time champion was not present in the festivities.

For more information on this news story, please visit www.velonews.com.

Dedication Ceremony Held for Arcata’s MTB Trail

Wednesday, 24 October 2007

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 eve nt 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 mountain bike enthusiast who contributed to the development of the trail. The recognition was extended to the city’s bicycling community, as well as to the local businesses and individuals who donated to the cause.

Meanwhile, the cycling advocate who spearheaded the efforts in the trail development, Rocky Brashears, is currently filing his application for a grant from “Bike Belong” to request funding for the trail’s maintenance.

For more information on this news, please visit www.arcataeye.com.

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