The work crew, consisting of local volunteers and Forest Service staff, cuts a new section of singletrack.
Anthony, from Absolute Bikes, discusses the trail with a couple Forest Service trail crewmembers. The five-person team is responsible for building and maintaining the trails in over a million acres of forest.
The route incorporates many rocks and trees, which act as choke points to create a slower and more technical riding experience. This new piece of trail is about one mile long and gives riders the choice between easier and more challenging riding.
After the workday it was time to enjoy some of the incredible trails in and around Flagstaff. One in particular, called "Little Bear", was a blast to ride and demonstrated the principles of sustainable trailbuilding. This amazing piece of trail was a joint project between the Forest Service and local volunteers.

Trail Care Crew Plants IMBA Flag in Arizona

April 2002 - Mark and Lora worked with volunteers on a new stretch of trail at Schultz Creek, which will wind 11 miles near the San Francisco Peaks. The trail is geared toward intermediate riders, with several optional technical sections. IMBA is committed to building trails that provide something for everyone, novice rider and expert huckster alike. This trail is a good example of how to do just that.

The strong relationship between the Forest Service, local mountain bikers and other volunteer groups made this visit a huge success. Keep up the good work! We look forward to riding the finished product in the future.

Check the Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew schedule to learn when you can help build trails in your backyard

For more information on Flagstaff mountain biking, visit: http://www.absolutebikes.net