May 20, 2012
A RIDE BENEFITING THE “50 IN 5″ SINGLE TRACK CAMPAIGN
PRESENTED BY: THE WEST MICHIGAN MOUNTAIN BIKING ALLIANCE
SUNDAY, MAY 20, 2012
** The first 150 registered riders will receive a FREE Trifecta 2012 t-shirt**
The Trifecta Tour will offer three individual routes to choose from to challenge riders of all skill levels. All routes include a combination of paved bike paths, paved roads, dirt roads and singletrack trails with the exception being the 10 mile version which stays off paved and dirt roads. This is a tour, not a race, so take it at your own pace and enjoy the day. It’s a great way to get to know others who share a passion for mountain biking.
1. Trifecta = 42 Miles approx. Townsend Park, Cannon Twp Trail, Luton, State Game Area, Cannonsburg Ski Hill, and back to Townsend Park
2. Double Dirt = 32 Miles approx. Townsend Park, Cannon Twp Trail, Luton, Cannonsburg Ski Hill, and back to Townsend Park
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Single Track = 10 Miles approx. Townsend Park, Cannon Twp trail to Cannon Twp single track and back to Townsend Park. (A group ride leader will provide a pre ride lesson on trail riding and bike safety )
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May 23, 2012
Riding season is upon us so trail building days at Merrell have changed a bit this month. We plan to meet on Wednesday nights starting on May 9 and will be working from 5:30-8:30 pm. Hopefully the change will bring more volunteers as we could really use some support. There is a lot of work yet to be done to get this trail ready to ride. Can you commit to at least one of these dates? There may be some additional opportunities as need arises. Be sure to check on facebook or at this site.
Please meet at the gate to the transfer station and we will go back to the trail site as a group. Since we go back together, please try to be at the gate by 5:30 otherwise it may be difficult to find the group. Bring water, gloves and (as spring heats up) possibly bug spray. This is a great trail for older kids but there is quite a bit of hiking involved so younger kids may get pretty tired.
May 30, 2012
Riding season is upon us so trail building days at Merrell have changed a bit this month. We plan to meet on Wednesday nights starting on May 9 and will be working from 5:30-8:30 pm. Hopefully the change will bring more volunteers as we could really use some support. There is a lot of work yet to be done to get this trail ready to ride. Can you commit to at least one of these dates? There may be some additional opportunities as need arises. Be sure to check on facebook or at this site.
Please meet at the gate to the transfer station and we will go back to the trail site as a group. Since we go back together, please try to be at the gate by 5:30 otherwise it may be difficult to find the group. Bring water, gloves and (as spring heats up) possibly bug spray. This is a great trail for older kids but there is quite a bit of hiking involved so younger kids may get pretty tired.
June 2, 2012
Join us for National Trail Day on June 2nd! Bring your gloves, water, and maybe some bug spray and check out this new trail before it opens. Trail day will be held rain or shine so come dressed ready to work. Lunch will be provided for this trail day. If you are unable to make this one, check out one of the other trail days in April. See the WMMBA calendar for the schedule but typically Monday evenings from 5:30 to dusk or Saturday mornings from 9:00 am until noon. May dates will be coming soon. It’s a great opportunity to meet other people to ride with. There’s usually a variety of work for all ages, anything from running heavy equipment to tossing sticks off the trail. Hope to see you there.
Come help us work on the trails! We will be trimming, bench cutting, armoring, bridge building, ribbon removal, trash removal and more!
Opening day is getting closer and you can really start to see what the finished trail is going to look like. Please join us.
Bring gloves, water, boots, and bug spray.
Saturday June 2nd from 9 am – 1 pm.
Merrell will provide lunch and drawings for $110 Merrell Gift Certificates!
Everyone who attends will receive a National Trails Day/Merrell Camelbak water bottle.
June 4, 2012
To keep things focused, this meeting is limited to the WMMBA board and advisory board members. The board meets on a monthly basis to review important topics and proposals, review trail conditions and projects, and focus on events and fundraising. We bring these topics back to the members in a meeting every other month. Our next member meeting will more than likely be on July 9th but check back to make sure. We haven’t determined a location yet because July is a great time to get out and ride……group ride perhaps with discussion following.
On the agenda so far are:
1. Trail Coordinator Budgets
2. State Games Race and other upcoming events
3. Trail counters and/or surveyors
4. IMBA World Summit
5. MMBA Leadership Retreat
I’m sure additional topics will come up over the next few weeks but if you have any suggestions on additional concerns for your WMMBA board, please let us know. Feel free to email: marleahb@gmail.com and we will attempt to get it on the agenda for an upcoming meeting.
June 16, 2012
Michigan’s first 100-mile mountain bike race! The Lumberjack 100 will once again utilize a 33-mile loop through Michigan’s beautiful Manistee National Forest and the Big-M Ski Area. The Michigan style single track; composed mostly of hard pack trail, occasional sandy sections, and fast rolling terrain offers twists and turns that demand constant power, and total concentration as the trails quickly turn to nothing more than green blurs of forest. (If you’re expecting easy, fire-road coasting, look elsewhere!) Ninety percent of the 33-mile, 3-lap race is comprised of this single track that will eventually push racers over 9,000 feet of total elevation gain.
From the pro/elite racers, to those that will find victory in just surviving a race like the Founders Lumberjack 100, the post-race meal, Founders Ale and awards has also made this a must-be-there event. In addition to enjoying the catered meal; there will also be post-race prizes including a Cannondale 29′er frameset, Velocity wheelset and other bike schwag awarded to random race participants.
Registration was initially thought to be sold about but wait….We have 49 spots still available and we will re-open registration next Saturday March 10th at Noon EST until they are gone. Hmmm, 49 spots available and 376 entries sold out in 11 minutes or so. 49 spots should be gone in a minute. Mark your calendars, set your alarm and GO!
www.lumberjack100.com for more info.
June 23, 2012
Modeled after the Olympics, the philosophy of the Meijer State Games of Michigan is that everyone participates regardless of age or ability; everyone is welcome and everyone plays. The Games embody the values of participation, good sportsmanship and promotes good nutrition and healthy living among residents of the state of Michigan. The Meijer State Games of Michigan is truly a grassroots organization that relies on the dedication of thousands of volunteers and the support of corporate partners.
Like the Olympics, the Meijer State Games of Michigan includes an Opening Ceremonies that allows thousands of spectators to witness the Parade of Athletes, Lighting of the Cauldron and experience great entertainment.
Date: June 23, 2012
Kids and Beginner Categories start at 8:00 am
Sport and Tandem Racers start at 10:00 am
Elite and Expert Categories start at 12:30 pm
Location: Cannonsburg Ski Area
New this year: This year’s event will be part of the CPS Point Series. For more information in regards to the points series, email the CPS staff directly at CPS@mmba.org (more…)
September 7, 2012
The Battle at the Burg includes a variety of events for everyone, including:
- Mountain Bike Race
- Kids Race
- Prize Giveaways
- Fundraiser Diner
- Family Picnic
- Awards Presentation
- Outdoor Expo
- Friday Cyclocross Race
2012 Battle at the Burg Event Schedule
| Friday, September 7th |
Saturday, September 8th |
- 4-7 pm Outdoor Expo area open
- 4-7 pm Pre-registration/packet pick up
- 6 pm Fundraising Dinner
- 7 pm Viewing of “Ride the Divide”
- Cyclocross Race, Time TBD
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- 8:30 am – 9:45 am Registration
- 9:30 am – 5 pm outdoor expo area open
- 10:15 am Mountain Bike Race
- 2:30 pm Kids Race
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Registration is $35 until April 1st (or for the first 100 registered).
From April 1st to September 1st registration is $45.
Registration day of is $55. http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=14991
www.battleattheburg.com for more info.
September 8, 2012
September 8, 2012 at Cannonsburg Ski Area in Belmont, Michigan on some of West Michigan’s finest single track.
It is our goal to create a first class event that is well run and competitive for the expert racer as well as one that is enjoyable and challenging for the enthusiast. Were are proud to put on an event that will be a great time for the racer, the whole family and the spectator!
Battle at the Burg is an all day fat tire festival featuring…
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