Evolution of Mountain BikingEssay title: Evolution of Mountain BikingMountain Biking is a relatively very new sport. But in the small amount of time it has been around, it has progressed at an amazing speed. In the past 10 years mountain bikes have gone from 20 pound cross country bikes, to 9 inch front and back travel bikes that can with stand humongous drops and abuse. The level of riding has also progressed to higher levels then ever originally expected.
For many years bikes have been the epitome of good to many enviromentalists around the world. They have none of the negative affects on the environment that cars do. They also help promote an active and healthy lifestyle. It is only been in the last couple of years with the introduction of this new “hardcore” style of mountain biking, that activists around Canada and the world have begun to speak out. Well it is true that mountain biking erodes the earth and kills important organisms in the soil, it affects the forests no more then your average hiker. Many of the studies and tests done have been extremely one sided. With the people involved either working in the mountain bike community, or someone working against mountain bikers
I have found many of the arguments which were used by some to support the current policy on the subject. In particular, there are many misconceptions which are common among many advocates. Many of the arguments are based on misconceptions about the reality of what this riding can do and what it can be done. There is also some misinformation, misinformation and misunderstandings in some of the ideas being presented. With no clear consensus and no definite position based on the many factors we know all the time. For me, the most important statement which I was able to provide to anyone is this. We do not want any individual from the community or mountain bike or any form of mountain biking to become a part of the public conversation. We want to be part of the “cooler face” of Canada’s mountain biking culture. We need to learn from the mistakes and be less judgmental. There are more important things that do not need to be said. What is important to remember in all of this? A good deal of it is: I hope this story will go beyond the negative impact. There are more important things that need to happen right in front of our eyes. If we don’t change the way we think and practice in our lives, the world will be less prepared for the future. And if Canadians, the people who drive & mountain bikers together, make the decision to put our future before their wants, it will be worth it for the future of Canadian mountain riding in Canada. For example, even back in 2000’s, Canada was one of the world’s most dangerous nations due to high levels of violent crime and suicide (some Canadians say that this increased from 2004-11). There is nothing wrong with the fact that this is a country with a great record of safety and quality mountain biking. And most of us in Canada are very aware of the dangers of mountain biking. But when our government took a stand against the dangerous habits of mountain bikers, we realized that mountain bikers are the real problem. And for some reason, many other government agencies are using government funding to attempt to curb the deadly behaviors of these dangerous groups on the streets of Canada. That is why we need an honest and forthright review of these two issues. What do you think? If I could introduce you to this topic, I would be more inspired for your efforts in stopping bikers and how Canadians want to do what we do. If people know that I am in favour of mountain biking in Canada and do not want any individual to be an obstacle to riding, would your advice in this regard? Thank goodness I am not allowed to introduce or tell anyone I would be so opposed to it. This is a topic that I also like to try and educate when talking to others, and when I’ve heard a good story. Please also let other supporters know what I would do as the Minister of National Parks in a manner which does not create conflicts of interest or any kind of liability. Thank you.
I have found many of the arguments which were used by some to support the current policy on the subject. In particular, there are many misconceptions which are common among many advocates. Many of the arguments are based on misconceptions about the reality of what this riding can do and what it can be done. There is also some misinformation, misinformation and misunderstandings in some of the ideas being presented. With no clear consensus and no definite position based on the many factors we know all the time. For me, the most important statement which I was able to provide to anyone is this. We do not want any individual from the community or mountain bike or any form of mountain biking to become a part of the public conversation. We want to be part of the “cooler face” of Canada’s mountain biking culture. We need to learn from the mistakes and be less judgmental. There are more important things that do not need to be said. What is important to remember in all of this? A good deal of it is: I hope this story will go beyond the negative impact. There are more important things that need to happen right in front of our eyes. If we don’t change the way we think and practice in our lives, the world will be less prepared for the future. And if Canadians, the people who drive & mountain bikers together, make the decision to put our future before their wants, it will be worth it for the future of Canadian mountain riding in Canada. For example, even back in 2000’s, Canada was one of the world’s most dangerous nations due to high levels of violent crime and suicide (some Canadians say that this increased from 2004-11). There is nothing wrong with the fact that this is a country with a great record of safety and quality mountain biking. And most of us in Canada are very aware of the dangers of mountain biking. But when our government took a stand against the dangerous habits of mountain bikers, we realized that mountain bikers are the real problem. And for some reason, many other government agencies are using government funding to attempt to curb the deadly behaviors of these dangerous groups on the streets of Canada. That is why we need an honest and forthright review of these two issues. What do you think? If I could introduce you to this topic, I would be more inspired for your efforts in stopping bikers and how Canadians want to do what we do. If people know that I am in favour of mountain biking in Canada and do not want any individual to be an obstacle to riding, would your advice in this regard? Thank goodness I am not allowed to introduce or tell anyone I would be so opposed to it. This is a topic that I also like to try and educate when talking to others, and when I’ve heard a good story. Please also let other supporters know what I would do as the Minister of National Parks in a manner which does not create conflicts of interest or any kind of liability. Thank you.
The relatively new concept of lift accesed freeriding, is also helping expand the sport at high speeds. Now a rider can simply sit on a lift and in about 5 minutes gain more ground then they could in a hour on a mountain bike. This rapid speed at which riders are going up the mountain, mean it is possible to do multiple runs in one day. Because Mountain resorts are also large tourist attractions, many people who would not have access to the sport of mountain biking are