Here in the Bay Area, we have some of the best riding anywhere. The Demo Forest, El Corte de Madera, Saratoga Gap, the list goes on and on. Here are some of our favorite rides from around here -- and beyond:
2004 Mountain Epics
They're not the Downieville Classic, but these three big rides are put on
by the same folks and should be just as cool. Maybe cooler! Posted June 24, 2004
Porcupine Rim Trail, Moab
The Porcupine
Rim Trail is one of those must-do, life-list rides. An all-star crew hit it
on DH bikes, with a little help from a van. Posted May 14, 2004
Corte de Madera Reserve- Resolution to the Leaves
At El Corte de Madera, the fun begins almost immediately after you leave your
car. You cruise through the gate, spin along a short dirt road then dive right
into long, swoopy singletracks. You turn around trees and hop over rocks as
you flit and flutter from Skyline Road to the bottom of the drainage. The
temperatures are comfy, and the fall moisture should keep the dust down. The
only bummer is, you have to climb back to your car. Gimme
the rest! Santa Teresa Park - Rocky Ridge and Stile Ranch trails
Santa Teresa County Park rolls through the hills 10 miles south of downtown
San Jose. This park's proximity to civilization makes it the perfect spot
for a quick loop or two. When time is tight but the trails have to be right,
give Santa Teresa a shot. Sock it to me!
The Shells, Foster City
If you're an expert jumper, or if you just want to work on your berms, rollers
and doubles at a nice spot on the Bay, come on out to The
Shells. Tunnel Trail, Santa Barbara
If you're looking
for rocky rocks and steep steeps in a beautiful setting, Santa Barbara is
tastier than dog-bakery treats, which they sell downtown. Just beware the
hikers. Show me, don't tell me! Stay tuned for more cool rides!