Regional Leadership Councils

Over the last twenty years IMBA and IMBA's affiliates have created positive change for mountain bikers through strong political advocacy and sustainable trailbuilding efforts. This approach has brought us close to a tipping point for the mountain bike movement, where mountain biking is becoming widely recognized as a quiet, healthy, sustainable way to get more people into the outdoors. This acceptance comes with tremendous opportunities to create new mountain bike facilities throughout the country.

These new opportunities come with a significant challenge; we must access the economic and human resources necessary to capitalize on new trail opportunities. And we still face the familiar challenges of access and lacking community involvement.

IMBA and our affiliates are up to the challenge, and Regional Leadership Councils (RLC) will be our first step in creating the capacity and political will necessary to overcome old challenges while we capitalize on new opportunities. RLCs will work with partners in a region to increase community support for mountain biking, enhance grassroots club capacity, and access untapped economic resources through events, training, and active networking.

To learn more about Regional Leadership Councils, peruse our RLC FAQ and RLC outline action plan

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