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Mountain Bike Trails
Itusi Trail at Lake Norman State Park
Jan 17, 2007
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Community
IMBA lobbying for cyclists in DC
Jan 16, 2007
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
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Mountain bike helmet cam
Jan 15, 2007
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A group of cyclists races along a rural road while spectators watch and take photos from the roadside. The cyclists are wearing blue and white jerseys, and one is leading the pack. In the background, there are two vehicles parked on the shoulder and rocky terrain alongside the road.
Culture
Armstrong with a little Landis on the side
Jan 12, 2007
Sock with a cartoon chicken design, featuring a red and white color scheme and the text "Ya Clucken" printed on the side, displayed on a wooden surface.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
What happened to Sock Guy?
Jan 11, 2007
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Mountain Bikes and Gear
iPod case for mountain bikes
Jan 10, 2007
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Community
Lance drops Leadville MTB race
Jan 9, 2007
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Culture
Jobs for mountain bikers
Jan 8, 2007
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Alt text: A Suunto watch with a digital display, accompanied by a heart rate monitor strap and a sensor. The watch features a round face and a black rubber band, while the sensor and strap are in black with the Suunto logo.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Deal on Suunto Mountain Bike Watch
Jan 7, 2007
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Culture
Forget the skis, jump on your mountain bike
Jan 5, 2007
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Mountain bike lifestyle clothing
Jan 4, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Transfer mountain bike trail maps to your GPS
Oct 19, 2006
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Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Using your GPS on the mountain bike trail
Sep 7, 2006
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Mountain Bike Trails
Mountain biking in Albuquerque
Mar 13, 2006
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finally, my new ride!
Aug 20, 2005
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is it a crime to ride it?
Aug 15, 2005
An orange GPS device, the Earthmate PN-40, resting on a bed of brown dried leaves, displaying a mapping interface with coordinates and distance information.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Mountain Bike Geocaching
Jul 7, 2005
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
NC Triangle (Locals Only)
Jul 6, 2005
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
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Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
Buffalo Creek: Shhhh! (It's a secret)
Jun 24, 2005
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
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Jun 19, 2005
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Using a GPS with Your Personal Computer
Mar 26, 2005
Close-up of a DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 GPS device mounted on a bike handlebar, displaying a detailed map with a speed reading of 0.2 mph. The device features an orange casing with various buttons for navigation.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
What a GPS Can Do for Mountain Bikers
Jun 19, 2004
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
Tons of Trails in Colorado Springs
May 27, 2004
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
Tsali is the Place to Ride
May 15, 2002
Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Mountain Bike Trails
East Side vs. West Side
Mar 30, 2002
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Leah and I drove out to Lake Norman State Park just outside Statesville, NC on Saturday to check out the mountain bike trails there. The <a title="Lake Norman mountain bike trails" href="https://www.singletracks.com/bike-trails/itusi-lake-norman-state-park.html">Itusi trails</a> had been on Leah's singletracks wishlist for some time and we decided driving up to Blacksburg or Damascus would just be too far for the day. The forecast for the day was 74 degrees (in January!) so we were stoked to hit the trails. At the trail we saw at least a dozen cars or so and a number of people gearing up to hit the trails. There were mountain bikers of all sorts - from the guys wearing jeans and sweatshirts to the dudes in spandex and pro jerseys. There were men and women at the trailhead and we even saw grey hairs riding with 10-year old kids. Truly an eclectic mix of riders that makes riding in the southeast so interesting. The Itusi trails are broken up into a main loop with 2 shorter loops branching off at various points. The trails are designated for one way travel and we were a bit confused about where to start since the only trail we could see was marked "Do Not Enter." We quickly realized the trail started across the road and we were off. The first quarter mile or so is on a fire road but that quickly gives way to some smooth, fast singletrack. We were very surprised at the overall smoothness of the trails and the lack of rocks and roots to slow things down. There were some nice spots to get a little air on the trail and none of the climbs or descents were too steep. Trail distances were marked every half mile and the loops were very well marked and easy to follow. We didn't see too many of the riders from the parking lot but that's probably because the trail is mostly "one way." This seems like a great way to manage a trail: people can ride fast without worrying about collisions, you won't see as many people, and the trail is easy to follow. My only suggestion would be to alternate directions from day to day for local riders who tire of riding the same direction. We rode the entire 7 miles or so of trail in around 45 minutes and having driven 2 hours to get there we were ready for more. We jumped back on the trail and did another, shorter 4 mile loop before we had our fill. After that it was off to Statesville for lunch and then back to Durham. The Itusi trails at Lake Norman State Park are great for riders of all abilities. Work is continuing on a new phase of trails that promises to add another 6 miles or so to the existing network and we can't wait. <div style="text-align: center;"><img id="image27" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=
Culture
Mountain bike jerks
Sep 13, 2001
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A cyclist riding a mountain bike along a dirt trail in a wooded area during late autumn, surrounded by bare trees and fallen leaves. The cyclist is wearing a red helmet and a pink shirt, actively navigating the path.
Mountain Bike Trails
Hidden Gems Found in Augusta, GA
Sep 13, 2001
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