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**Don't let epic singletrack slip away—the author shares hard-earned lessons about seizing riding opportunities before life's twists leave you with a list of regrets.**
The Five Points trail system in northwest Georgia offers 20+ miles of expertly-crafted singletrack through reclaimed coal mining land with surprising technical features.
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Six unusual mountain bike destinations—from indoor parks to lava fields and highway underpasses—that'll add serious variety to your trail punch card.
Unauthorized mountain bike trails are popping up across the US, fueled by economic conditions, technology tools, and growing trail-building knowledge among riders.
A billionaire-funded mountain bike club with exclusive private trails across exotic global locations may actually exist, sparking controversy in Portugal over fenced-off land.
Colorado and California dominate US mountain bike trail miles, while Rocky Mountain states offer the least crowded riding per capita.
Bull Mountain's technical features have been stripped away by recent trail work, transforming Georgia's challenging terrain into dumbed-down singletrack suitable only for beginners.
Bell boxes at California trailheads loan bear bells to mountain bikers, alerting hikers and equestrians to approaching riders on shared-use trails.
Learn trail maintenance fundamentals like de-berming and nicking to keep water flowing off trails, plus discover why ongoing upkeep is essential for rideable singletrack.
Georgia DNR proposes a $2 trail fee for mountain bikers only at three state parks, sparking controversy over fairness and volunteer contributions.
IMBA has expanded beyond "Epic" designations to include Ride Centers, recognizing top mountain biking destinations with trails, amenities, and comprehensive infrastructure.
A dismal snow year across most of the US means extended mountain biking season, but please exercise common sense and avoid wet trails.
Six fantastic guided mountain bike trips
A foggy December test ride on the Bear Creek-Pinhoti loop proved the perfect maiden voyage for a newly-built Santa Cruz Tallboy 29er.
New Zealand's Alps 2 Ocean trail opens new sections, offering a 200-mile, mostly downhill journey from Mt. Cook to the coast.
Strand Hill delivers swoopy, tacky perfection on Crested Butte's best short descent—proof that epic rides aren't measured in miles alone.
IMBA has certified five Flow Country Trails worldwide, featuring smooth tread, bermed turns, and miles of flow suitable for all skill levels.
IMBA announced five new Epic rides for 2011, including two international trails, with the selection returning to focus on challenging backcountry experiences.
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**Crested Butte's free shuttle bus unlocks epic Upper Loop singletrack and the brand-new Lupine Trail, delivering 700 feet of effortless climbing for tired legs.**
Exploring the superb mountain bike trails in Bent Creek Experimental Forest.
I maximized my fall break by sampling two contrasting Georgia trails: old-school Ridgeway Loop and the flowing, lakeside Amadahy Trail gem.
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**Three days of epic desert riding on Utah's White Rim Trail: 100 miles of sandstone, switchbacks, spectacular crashes, and Swedish Fish victories.**
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Georgia Pass offers a grueling climb via the Colorado Trail to 11,585 feet, rewarding riders with stunning alpine views and an exhilarating descent.
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Trail 401 in Crested Butte delivers an epic high-alpine experience with challenging climbs, fast descents, and stunning views at 11,400 feet.
Lost luggage couldn't stop this crew from tackling Moab's legendary Slickrock Trail before embarking on a three-day White Rim adventure.
We arrived at the newly built reception office of Secteur Shannahan surrounded by trees and a parking lot full of bikers and other adventurers where I stepped out of the van giddy as a school girl.
heres an old saying about Mont Saint Anne - if you can ride at Mont Sainte Anne you can ride anywhere!
Mountain bikers can help protect the majestic beauty of the mountains, forests, meadows, and deserts that we ride in by choosing to Leave No Trace.
This 24-mile Colorado Trail segment offers stunning high-altitude singletrack with 4,000 feet of climbing, technical sections, and unpredictable weather for an epic adventure.
After a mellow morning ride, we tackled the highly-recommended Dyke Trail through Colorado's massive aspen grove, discovering brutal climbs and technical descents at altitude.
Crested Butte's Evolution Bike Park is transforming this legendary XC destination into a downhill paradise with 25 miles of purpose-built trails and jaw-dropping alpine views.
Ireland's Ballyhoura Mountains offer 51km of purpose-built singletrack with stacked loops featuring forest trails, scenic descents, pump tracks, and excellent trailhead facilities.
After a long drive from the Front Range, we finally hit Crested Butte's swoopy Lower Loop singletrack through stunning alpine meadows and aspen groves.
Looking for beginner-friendly Colorado singletrack? Fort Collins' Foothills Trail delivers stunning Horsetooth Reservoir views, rocky climbs, and fast descents with minimal technical challenges.
Pro road racers will tackle dirt roads and 12,000-foot passes while mountain bikers can shred Doctor Park's "wildflower lasers" near Gunnison.
Learn how to create a custom mountain bike trail guidebook using Singletracks.com's database of trails, maps, and up-to-date information for your next riding adventure.
With a 5,580-foot descent and only 2,770 feet of climbing, this IMBA Epic near Salida is open NOW for Colorado high-country singletrack.
Kettle Moraine's one-way trails offer 25 miles of fast, flowy singletrack through glacial terrain—proof that Midwest riding beats prairie monotony.
Two Americans quit their jobs to tour Europe by mountain bike, riding through the Dolomites before ending at Oktoberfest in Munich.
The new Paynes Creek trail features endless whoop-te-dos perfect for beginners cruising through or advanced riders blasting through at high speeds.
Pedal Driven documents how passionate riders in Leavenworth, WA transformed illegal trails into federally-approved singletrack through advocacy, negotiation, and hard work.
Tennessee's Chilhowee offers technical, rocky singletrack and stunning waterfalls, but overgrown trails and inconsistent maintenance detract from an otherwise challenging mountain ride.
Tillamook State Forest's Browns Camp area offers mountain bikers miles of lush singletrack and challenging climbs less than an hour from Portland.
Sandy Ridge offers bike-park-style berms and jumps with technical terrain, all accessed via paved climb near Portland's misty Mt. Hood foothills.
The Augusta, GA area offers 150 miles of surprisingly great mountain biking despite having no mountains, thanks to dedicated trail building by SORBA-CSRA.
Western North Carolina offers incredibly diverse mountain biking, from Sugar Mountain's lift-serviced downhill to Tsali's flowing lakeside trails and Dupont's spectacular slickrock riding.
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Philadelphia's trails prove city riders can shred with the best, from Wissahickon's technical climbs to Belmont's fast singletrack and Delaware's flowy gems.
Pro mountain biker Mike West received jail time and a $500 fine for riding a Boulder trail closed to protect golden eagles, prompting renewed advocacy discussions.
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