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For many trail users around the globe, Himalayan blackberry vines pose a familiar and occasionally painful nuisance. Here's a little info on how to eradicate them from the trails and how to make a delicious sorbet from their fruit.

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Mountain bikers ride past fir trees regularly, but seldom take the time to get to know these mighty trees. Learn more about the tree that many associate with the holiday season.

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Mountain bikers often speed through nature, rarely taking the time to appreciate or understand the natural beauty around them. Learn about the Larch tree, a coniferous tree that sheds its needles in autumn, to enhance your rides this fall.

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