One key to creating more access for us, is showing the powers that be, there is a need. That means increasing the vibe, showing we have the numbers to deserve attention, and space, from the park districts etc.
One way, is a big event, a race.
BTCEB (east bay activist group that helps open trails, and fights to keep the ones we have open) was very interested in my idea to put on a race in the east bay.
Now, as you know, east bay all we have to work with is fireroads mainly, and I have a spot in mind. In Antioch, contra loma park/Black diamond mines there is a great, long ridge line downhill.
Boring yes.... but racing in heats of 4 at a time?
What are your thoughts of such a style of race? Are any of you familiar with black diamond mines park?
Anyone have a XC bike and some lycra (joking) want to come out and recon with me. I have very limited experience in the dh world, so I defer to you experts who race, live it and love it.
One way, is a big event, a race.
BTCEB (east bay activist group that helps open trails, and fights to keep the ones we have open) was very interested in my idea to put on a race in the east bay.
Now, as you know, east bay all we have to work with is fireroads mainly, and I have a spot in mind. In Antioch, contra loma park/Black diamond mines there is a great, long ridge line downhill.
Boring yes.... but racing in heats of 4 at a time?
What are your thoughts of such a style of race? Are any of you familiar with black diamond mines park?
Anyone have a XC bike and some lycra (joking) want to come out and recon with me. I have very limited experience in the dh world, so I defer to you experts who race, live it and love it.
