Rides & Trailwork

Here is a great opportunity to represent mountain bikers in a statewide initiative.

http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=24151

This article specifically mentions two of our most commonly used trails:

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I am really glad the rains have finally started!  I have anticipated this rain more than any other time I can remember. We need the snowpack at the high altitudes, and my yard is looking very dry!  The bad news is that we have to cancel our monthly club ride for tomorrow. We do not want to damage the trails that we put so much time and effort into maintaining. Riding in the rain is not necessarily bad, but any time you are leaving an imprint deeper than an inch, you are creating unnecessary damage to the trailbed. If you cut into the subsurface, erosion has a foothold that cannot be stopped without countless hours of human intervention. Protect the trails by riding responsibly. Tomorrow, stay home, stay dry and come out next month on the third Saturday.

On Sunday, Nov 13th, four FATRAC members travelled to the Fairfield/Vacaville area to sample some out of town singletrack. It was another great example of the awesome riding conditions in NorCal in the Fall. Even after the rains the week prior, including a sprinkle Friday night, these trails were in great condition.

Erin Harrington from REI awarded FATRAC member Steve Minnear with a check for $10,000 to improve the Culvert and Confluence trails. Steve worked closely with Auburn SRA ranger Jon Brandt to ensure that the improvements are sustainable. A number of riders have volunteered countless hours to make this happen.  If you are interested in joining this effort, email me and I will get you in touch with Steve.