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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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A mountain biker in a blue outfit leans into a turn on a dirt trail, showcasing dynamic movement on a rocky path. In the background, spectators watch from the sidelines amidst a forested setting.
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Image alt text: Promotional poster for the Baja Epic Mountain Bike Race, scheduled for November 5-8, 2008, in Baja California, Mexico. The poster features an athlete on a bicycle with the number 608 displayed on the bike.
Two mountain bikers riding along a dirt path surrounded by greenery. One rider is wearing a blue jersey and white shorts, while the other is further up the path in a black shirt. There are signs and foliage lining the trail.
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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Close-up view of a damaged computer motherboard showing burn marks and melted components. Wires appear singed, and blackened residue is present around the area of damage.
A person riding a mountain bike on a dirt trail. They are wearing a helmet, sunglasses, and a dark jacket, with shorts and gloves. The background features dry grass and trees, indicating an outdoor setting.
<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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A blue and black mountain bike with a modern design, featuring front suspension, disc brakes, and a gear system. The bike is positioned against a white background, highlighting its sleek frame and components.
A white and black dirt bike is parked on a rocky terrain, showcasing its rugged tires and lightweight design. The bike is positioned on a black stand, with a backdrop of red rock formations and dry grass, emphasizing its off-road capabilities.
<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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Two men in outdoor apparel handling a deer carcass on a forest path, with bicycles nearby. One man is wearing an orange safety vest and helping to lift the deer onto the bike, while another man in camouflage observes. Pine trees surround the area, indicating a hunting or outdoor setting.
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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A person crouches near a stream, beside a wooden display featuring a sign that reads "DIDY-GO" and bottles of a product. The surrounding area is lush with greenery.
A winding dirt path through a tranquil forest, surrounded by tall trees with a mix of green and autumn-colored leaves. The ground is covered with fallen leaves, and the path leads into the distance, inviting exploration of the serene, natural landscape.
<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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A person wearing an orange shirt and helmet is riding a mountain bike, positioned in a natural outdoor setting with a clear sky in the background. The rider appears focused and poised, with a backpack on, showcasing a dynamic cycling posture.
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A winding dirt path cuts through a grassy landscape, surrounded by low hills and scattered rocks under a partly cloudy sky.
<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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A mountain biker riding down stone steps near a historic archway, surrounded by large rocks and ancient stone walls. The scene is set against a clear sky, highlighting the cyclist's action.
<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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Close-up image of a black insect, commonly referred to as a stinkbug or clown beetle, positioned on a surface of small gravel or dirt. The insect is shown from a top-down angle, highlighting its distinct body shape and long antennae.
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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An illustration featuring a cyclist in an unusual position, riding a bicycle with a skeletal spine incorporated into their body. The background is green, and the text "Riding the SPINE" is displayed in a stylized font above the figure.
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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<div>From the Pocono Record</div>
<div>December 31, 2007 <!--6:00 AM-->
<blockquote>"Looking for a challenge? How about downhill mountain biking on a black-diamond ski slope?

"Blue Mountain Ski Slope is readying for its annual Bikercross. This extreme sport, which combines bicycling with skiing, has competitors racing on a downhill black-diamond ski slope at speeds exceeding 50 mph.

"The snow-covered ski slope does offer advantages for the course can be sculpted to the desires of course designer Ed Preece. Each year, on the night before the race, Preece arrives from Connecticut with his team. They shape the 1,300-foot long Raceway slope into a steeplechase of rolling mounds, banked turns, table-top jumps and wedged gaps that add interest and challenge to the course. Although he doesn't race, Preece enjoys a test run on his track just to make sure everything is right.

"The tires on my bike have 720 screws in each tire," explained Nils Tribus. Tribus has been DMBing in snow for seven years and competing in the Blue Mountain race for five years. He was riding on his brother Las' bike. Lars Tribus is the current world champion"”he won the Masters World Championship Downhill Mountain Biking. "He's ice climbing in Mexico. I stole his bike for the event.

"The screws bite into the snow and improve traction over the standard knobby tires. Nils creates his own studded tires by removing the sidewalls off a street bicycle tire and placing the tread inside the tire to prevent the screw heads from popping the inner tube.  Although they help control the bike on the snow, the exposed screws pose a hazard.</blockquote>
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