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The Forest Service’s Proposed NEPA Changes Could Have a Noticeable Impact on Mountain Bikers

The US Forest Service has proposed big changes to the policy that guides its decisions on public lands. It could result in the exclusion of public from the decision making process. Some see this as a good thing for trail maintenance and construction, while others see it as a step backward.

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Pirate Trails, Mud, and Booby Traps [Podcast]

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Gerow, Jeff, and Matt discuss trail advocacy news from the North America and Europe, and share the results from recent trail etiquette surveys.

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Check Out the Recent Mountain Bike Trail Impact Review

A local mountain bike club looked at available scientific studies on recreational trail impacts, and has summarized the findings to help land managers understand how trail users affect hydrology, the living environment, and social interactions.

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Social Media Challenge: Runners Collect Rubbish While Exercising, And Mountain Bikers Can Too #BikePlog

Pick up trash during your mountain bike rides in April to join in the plogging phenomenon. Share photos of your haul on Instagram to win prizes from Singletracks. @singletracks #bikeplog

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Should We Start Providing MTB Education With New Bike Sales?

Providing a short booklet explaining mountain bike etiquette to new bike buyers could go a long way toward making riders even better trail users and environmental stewards.

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