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Whoa, that title was a mouthful–they had my attention at DH bike park! Bailey Mountain Bike Park, located just 20 minutes outside Asheville, NC, is slated to open this June with what they claim is the first year-round, dedicated downhill mountain bike park in North America. The park will initially open with a shuttle service …

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Beer–more specifically, craft beer–and mountain biking are almost synonymous today. It’s quite common to see spandex-clad, sweat-soaked, smiling bikers sipping a cold brew as a post ride “recovery drink.” Well, “recovery drink” may be a bit of a stretch, but there’s nothing more rewarding after a hard, punishing ride than a good, cold beer. Besides, …

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Did you know it’s possible to ferment hops and barley into a beverage called “beer?” Well, I certainly didn’t. And I don’t think this so-called “beer” will catch on with mountain bikers. If we do enjoy a taste of alcohol after a ride, we drink a nice riesling, or chilled champagne if there is any. …

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Some people thought I was crazy for choosing Brevard, North Carolina as one of the top 10 mountain bike destinations in North America. But not the people who’ve been there. Not the people who have taken the time to discover the incredibly diverse and challenging mountain biking opportunities tucked beneath the gnarled tree limbs of …

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Bent Creek has been on my ride wishlist for a very long time. I’ve heard so many rave reviews of this trail system that my mouth started to water at the mere whisper of the words “Bent Creek,” but I had yet to taste the sweetness for myself. Until now. I had the opportunity to …

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