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I’m a long time motorcycle trials rider. In the mid 1980’s thru the 1990’s "trialsin" as the Europeans call it got pretty popular here in the US. At local events there would often be a bicycle trial after the motorcycle trial. These events were all off road but used natural and man made obstacles. The two most prevalent bikes were the Monty and the Maverick. There was the occasional Ibis as well. I believe the Monty is still available
I may be wrong, but I think the sport has almost completely gravitated to the urban environment. After all theres an awful lot of sweet obstacles to ride in the city.
The skill of these riders is absolutely phenomenal making trials a really great spectator sport.
FWIW, that’s my experience albeit a bit outdated.
Bryan
Hey John,
The reason it was packed was because there is a mountain bike race being held there today. I’m sure that a lot of racers were pre running the course yesterday.
Go back on a non race day weekend and while it will be busy I don’t think it will be anything like you experienced yesterday.
Bryan
Schaeffer Farm is located in Montogery county. Here are some basic directions from route 270
1. Take I 270 North
2. Take route 117 West Clopper road. Go 4.5 miles along Clopper road. Just past the 8th light at route 118 turn left onto Schaeffer road. Follow Schaeffer road for 2 miles then turn left at Black Burn Farm. Follow the trail parking sign to the parking lot.4.5 months later I have ridden all but 1 or 2 of the orange trails. Both of the loops are fun, fast and flow really well. The white loop is easier than the yellow but neither is particularly difficult for an experienced mtn biker. Novices will find PLENTY of opportunities to improve their singletrack bike handling skills.
Bottom line: I live an hour away and it’s well worth the drive.
Thanks for the welcome jboyd!
I read about Shaffer farms thru this website. I will definitely be checking the place out. My son is gaining more experience in the bike handling department with every ride. I love riding tough technical stuff because I’m a long time motorcycle observed trial competitor. It’s fun to watch my son make progress.
When I stopped riding I was on a hardtail Fisher HK II with a flexstem! The XC suspension of the Caliber is simply amazing and it’s only 80mm of travel. The HiFi must be unreal!!
Bryan
