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May 30 - Stage 6 of the Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic.
We are bringing you updates on the 2014 Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic Stage Race. Sue George is writing great, daily press releases for all media that provides readers some great insight and information into the daily races.
Instead of just reproducing those results onto another website, we wanted to share those with you in an easy format that you could take with you, listen to while you're at work, on the train, or anywhere else sitting down to read an article for 15 minutes isn't convenient. Sue and Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic are gracious enough to let us produce their press releases into audio for you!
Stage 6 is the "Tussey" stage. Perhaps the most awesome stage of the week, this route is one of the favorites. The 2014 version is a mix of what has come before, combining courses and trails from the first four years of trips through Rothrock State Forest.
New enduro segments on Long Mountain Trail and the never before included Hessick Trail augment the enduro segment count to three. Rocky singletrack lovers will love the scenic Tussey Ridge Trail. 42 miles with 4,883 feet of climbing.
May 31, 2014 - Mike Riemer, the Marketing Manager of Salsa Cycles, joins the show to discuss a variety of topics. He shares stories of his journey from picker and packer on the shipment line in his early days at QBP through the many levels to land the position he has been successfully holding for years.
Mike is full of stories of the early days of mountain biking in which he gathered many vintage photographs he took while honing his photography skills in his younger days. He has seen the progression of the cycling world and shares some great insight and the thoughts behind Salsa's slogan, "Adventure by Bike." Mike even hints at a future contest to win a trip to Italy.
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We are bringing you updates on the 2014 Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic Stage Race. Sue George is writing great, daily press releases for all media that provides readers some great insight and information into the daily races.
Instead of just reproducing those results onto another website, we wanted to share those with you in an easy format that you could take with you, listen to while you're at work, on the train, or anywhere else sitting down to read an article for 15 minutes isn't convenient. Sue and Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic are gracious enough to let us produce their press releases into audio for you!
Stage 5 is the "R.B. Winter" stage. This stage travels through a lightly used area that is among the most picturesque riding in Pennsylvania, and old tram trails from early 20th century logging cuts will leave riders with a new understanding of baby-head rocks.
Black Gap Trail is hard for riders to forget and for those who've experienced it and White Deer Creek Trail ranks among the top 10 trails in Pennsylvania. R.B. Winter State Park is a beautiful park with a cold, spring-fed lake at the finish. It includes four enduro segments with a wide variety in features.
For more information about the race, head over to the race website.
May 29, 2014 Michelle and Ben are back this week with another episode giving you information about your favorite parks and related news. This week Michelle brings you a full episode packed with enduro information. Listen in to find out what events you should check out this summer, what parks and areas you should plan a trip to, and a lot more. They also run through a list of upcoming park opening dates and upcoming events. Ben even teaches Michelle something. Just a reminder, be sure to check back to last week's episode to catch up on what's going on around the country. Also, be sure to check out the MTBParks Pass, which hooks you up with free lift tickets and other discounts. Related Show Notes: Wish Lindsay Beth Currier well after her accident MTBParks.com Website MTBParks.com Facebook Page MTBParks.com Twitter MTBParks.com Instagram Email Michelle at MTBParks.com Support MTBParks.com Save $$$, Get great stuff, and Support MBR by becoming a member Upcoming Park Openings: Grand Targhee Mtb Park Opening Day - Friday, June 13Location: Alta, WY 83414 Whiteface Mountain Bike Park Opening Day - Friday, June 13Location: Whiteface, NY 12997 Evolution Bike Park | Crested Butte Opening Day - Saturday, June 14Location: Mount Crested Butte, CO 81224 Silver Mountain Bike Park Opening Day - Saturday, June 14Location: Kellogg, ID 83837 Bike Snowmass Opening Day - Saturday, June 21Location: Snowmass Village, CO 81615 Upcoming Enduro Events: Lake Superior Gravity Series Duluth Enduro Series POC ESC Enduro Cup #1 - USAC NYS Enduro Championships at Plattekill Mountain May 31- June 1 New Mexico Enduro Cup - JUNE 7Angel Fire is proud to announce one of the Nation’s most unique and largest Enduro races, the New Mexico Enduro Cup, sponsored by Mountain Top Cycling. Enduro is all about combining cross-country athleticism with downhill technique, with one day out of bounds and one day in bounds, this event should be at the top of bucket list for any mountain biker. Negotiating timed stages, mountain bikers will race their way through an action packed weekend and a plethora of courses to be crowned Enduro champion. Oregon Hood River, Oregon: June 7-8, 2014The Oregon Enduro Series is the original enduro series in North America and when it comes to cycling, Oregon is at the forefront. Blue Mtn PA - PA State Championship - June 22 Sun Valley, ID: June 27-29, 2014Part of the North American Enduro Tour This two day race featuring an evening prologue on the 27th promises to be one of the longest and most grueling enduro races riders will find anywhere in North America. British Columbia June 28-July 5, 2014 BC Bike Race, all competitors start each day together in a mass start, working their way against the clock and through the course to the daily finish line. Racers' finish times are recorded at the end of each day completed. At the end of the race, each of the stage race times is added up to calculate the overall winners in each category. In BC Bike Race, we have 7 days, or 7 stages, of incredible mountain bike racing. July 5 Killington VT East Coast Showdown – VT State Championship Canyons Resort, UT: July 19, 2014The North American Enduro Tour comes to Utah! Enduro Cup at Canyons Resort features a true European format, 6 stages covering 17 miles, 3 timed technical descents and 3 untimed climbs. While the climbs are untimed, there is a cut off time.Racers will be treated to a premier event based out of the Canyons Resort village, in the mountain bike mecca of Park City, Utah. Beautiful and challenging aspen lined trails, professional chip timing, a post-race meal, athlete gift bag and raffle. July 20 Plattekill NY Plattepalooza Winter Park, CO: July 25-27, 2014Part of the North American Enduro TourAs part of the Colorado Freeride Festival, the Specialized Enduro is a 3-day, 5-stage race that will showcase some of the world’s fastest, fittest, and most technical mountain bike athletes battling it out throughout the trail system of Trestle Bike Park. Whistler, BC: August 9-10, 2014The SRAM Canadian Open Enduro presented by Specialized is part of the legendary 10 day Crankworx Whistler mountain bike festival. This much anticipated competition will showcase the world’s fastest and fittest mountain bike athletes competing for the largest prize purse in Enduro racing history. The race will feature both the Whistler Valley and the world famous Whistler Mountain Bike Park and the stages are regarded as some of the finest, most technical trails in the NAET. The five stage, single day format, with almost 50 minutes of racing, and approximately 50km of riding will be a true test of athletic endurance, versatility and mountain bike skills. August 17 Attitash NH NH State Championship Highland Bike Park – Northfield, NH: August 24, 2014Triple Crown: The OverMountain Enduro is an event open to racers of all abilities. The 4 stage race spans across Highland Mountain- incorporating everything from trail riding to downhill. The course will challenge participants in both fitness and technical riding ability. The OverMountain Enduro puts the fun back into racing. Sept 7 Killington VT Eastern USA Regional ENDURO Championship Series Finals Mountain Creek Bike Park – Vernon, NJ: September 14, 2014Triple Crown: The King of the Mountain Enduro race will be comprised of several timed “special” stages and non timed “transport” stages. The “specials” will consist primarily of downhill and technical sections but riders should expect to climb up to 10-20% of the total distance of each stage. The “transport” stages between each “special” will move riders from one area of the mountain to the other and may include some significant climbs. Burke Bike Park & Kingdom Trails - Burke, VT: September 28, 2014 Triple Crown: The 2014 Kingdom Enduro is a 3 stage race showcasing everything that the Burke Bike Park has to offer. From cross-country to single track to downhill, this race will test your endurance and technical skill. The race will be held Sunday, September 28, with a practice day scheduled for Saturday, September 27. The race will be divided into 3 stages consisting of timed specials and untimed transport sections. The Kingdom Enduro is the final stop in the Triple Crown Enduro Series Big Mountain Enduro at SnowmassSaturday, June 21 – Sunday, June 22Location: Snowmass, CO Durango - June 28-29 The Durango Enduro is not for the timid; it is a true backcountry event that will Keystone - July 12-13 This premier stop will also be part of the 2014 North American Enduro Tour. The Keystone Bike Park contains some of the most raw and rugged lift-accessed mountain biking in the US. With rock gardens, drops and high-speed features, there will not be a dull moment on your bike. Our courses will challenge riders to the fullest and combine the top trails on the mountain, along with unique course designs never seen before at Keystone. Throughout the weekend, expect to see at least six rowdy stages with some pedal transitions, a non-stop festival taking place in the village and entertainment for the entire family to enjoy. Moab - August 23 Big Mountain Ultra Enduro at Crested Butte Big Mountain Enduro Finals: September 3 - 7, 2014The Crested Butte five-day Enduro is not for the faint of heart!Riders will be challenged with five days of racing, four of those days deep in the backcountry, with big climbing transitions that will literally take you to the top of the world overlooking majestic peaks. The fifth and final day of racing will be held at Evolution Bike Park, also where awards and festivities will culminate. This will be a stand alone event and not a part of the Big Mountain Enduro Series overall rankings. Registration for the Crested Butte Ultra Enduro will include five days of enduro racing in the backcountry, organized shuttles each backcountry day, lift ticket on the final day at the Evolution Bike Park, coffee and beer provided each day by our respective sponsors, breakfast and lunch each day, BME apparel kit, an annual subscription to Mountain Flyer Magazine, a large awards ceremony and an adventure experience of a lifetime. 2014 POC ESC Enduro Cup USAC Regional Championship SeriesJune 1 Plattekill NY – NY State ChampionshipJune 22 Blue Mtn PA – PA State Championship 2014 POC ESC SuperD Cup USAC Regional Championship SeriesMay 25 Plattekill NY – ProGRT WeekendJune 21 Blue Mtn PA -PA State Championship BUY THE MTBPARKS.COM PASS TO GET THE FOLLOWING: Enjoy one complimentary, one-day lift ticket at each of these bike parks during the 2014 season. 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Full show notes at the publisherWe are bringing you updates on the 2014 Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic Stage Race. Sue George is writing great, daily press releases for all media that provides readers some great insight and information into the daily races.
Instead of just reproducing those results onto another website, we wanted to share those with you in an easy format that you could take with you, listen to while you're at work, on the train, or anywhere else sitting down to read an article for 15 minutes isn't convenient. Sue and Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic are gracious enough to let us produce their press releases into audio for you!
Stage 3 is the "Gailbraith Enduro" stage. Racers compete over five separate enduro segments with no timed racing in between segments - pedal on to the next segment and go. The timed segments are then added to the overall general classification and the enduro category.
Stage 4 is the "Coburn" stage. This stage may have been the most exciting stage in 2013, as many of the top riders attacked in attempts to make moves in the race general classification.
For more information, results, and pictures go to the TSE Website
We are bringing you updates on the 2014 Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic Stage Race. Sue George is writing great, daily press releases for all media that provides readers some great insight and information into the daily races.
Instead of just reproducing those results onto another website, we wanted to share those with you in an easy format that you could take with you, listen to while you're at work, on the train, or anywhere else sitting down to read an article for 15 minutes isn't convenient. Sue and Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic are gracious enough to let us produce their press releases into audio for you!
Stage 1, "Bald Eagle Time Trial", on Sunday gave racers a short and intense opportunity to kick things off with a time trial. Stage 2, "Coopers Gap," went right after riders with relentless climbing and technically challenging trails.
May 28, 2014 - Ben talks with Rocky Mountain Endurance Director, Thane Wright, about the upcoming PV Derby on Saturday, May 31 in Elbert, Colorado.
Listen in to hear about the race, venue, course, and extras like the kid's races. Thane also shares some information about the upcoming final two races of the series. The PV Derby is a great opportunity to race a private course that offers varied terrain in a beautiful setting. Be sure to let them know you heard about the race on Mountain Bike Radio.
The roots of Warriors Cycling began in 1989 at a ranch near the old mining town of Gold Hill in the mountains above Boulder, Colorado, with a race called the April Fools Spring Fling. The Arapahoe Warriors Cycling Club was born in 1994, and with that a fundraising race at Keystone was created called the Snake River Mountain Challenge. This grew over it’s 9 year history into a 4-discipline event and became the Finals for the Mountain States Cup State Championship Series which was co-founded and grew before eventually being sold to Yeti. A focus on endurance racing began in earnest with the Rocky Mountain Ultra Series in 2006, which rebranded as RME in 2009.
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May 28, 2014 - Tracey Petervary comes back on the air with Danielle to chat about what she has been up to since the last episode. Since then, she was the winning woman racer at a brutally cold Arrowhead 135 and a tough JayP's Backyard Fat Pursuit. She is currently getting ready to race the Dirty Kanza 200 and then join her husband, Jay, will be tackling the Liguria Mtn Divide in Italy.
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May 28, 2014 - This episode is brought to you by the 24 Hours in the Enchanted Forest. This is a special episode of The Last Aid Station. Ben chats with Lindsay Mapes, the Director of Zia Rides, about the upcoming 24 Hour National Championships at the 24 Hours in the Enchanted Forest on June 14 in McGaffey, New Mexico.
The race is a great opportunity to enjoy a fantastic course with a real mountain biking atmosphere at a beautiful venue. If you're looking for a good weekend away with your friends and family, this is your opportunity to get it.
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May 27, 2014 - We at MBR love to be part of the mountain bike racing scene and are proud to be bringing you this unique podcast. Nothing else in the mountain bike world fills your ears with some in-depth endurance news.
In this episode Mark recaps recent news, including the Mountain State Dirty Double, the 12 Hours of Mesa Verde, the latest UCI Marathon race, the Pisgah 111, Pisgah 55.5, PMBAR, and Wayne Ultra.
He also previews some big upcoming endurance races, interviews NUE Race Series Director, Ryan O'Dell, and gives you some more great info.
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Register for the 24 Hours in the Enchanted Forest Inspired to Ride Skyway Epic Mountain State Dirty Double UCI Mountain Bike Marathon Mohican 100 12 Hours of Mesa Verde Kenda National Ultra Endurance Series Pisgah Productions (Pisgah 111, Pisgah 55.5, PMBAR) Wayne Ultra Dirty Kanza 200 Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic Stage RaceThe Last Aid Station Facebook Page
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