http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:03:10 -0700 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:11:23 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m11d22-State-Park-Funding-Moves-Forward?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner State parks no longer have the funding to maintain paved roads. Diane Ursu On November 12, the Michigan Senate voted on the Michigan State Park, Boating Access Site and Recreation Passport fee, a $10 optional fee that Michigan residents would pay at... Advocacy Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:11:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m11d22-State-Park-Funding-Moves-Forward?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d22-Volunteer-Opportunities-for-Mountain-Bikers?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Michigan's mountain biking trails are maintainedby volunteers.  Photo:  Diane Ursu Several chapters of the Michigan Mountain Biking Association (MMBA) are looking for volunteers to help with upcoming projects.  All are welcome to parti... Volunteer Opportunities Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:07:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d22-Volunteer-Opportunities-for-Mountain-Bikers?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Tips-for-safe-fall-riding?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Mountain biking in the fall can be safe and fun.  Photo:  Diane Ursu Fall will arrive, soon, in Michigan.  While recent fall seasons have been dreary, cold, and rainy, this year might just prove to be beautiful and sunny – the pe... How To Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:53:20 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Tips-for-safe-fall-riding?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Mountain-biking-101--Fall-trail-maintenance?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Rake leaves in the fall to increase trail visibility and to decrease work in the spring.  Photo:  Diane Ursu Trail maintenance often goes to the wayside come fall.  Since racing is, for the most part, over, many riders see no point in... How To Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:45:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Mountain-biking-101--Fall-trail-maintenance?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Mountain-biking-101--Increase-visibility-while-riding-to-trails?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Wearing bright colors will make you more visible on the road andon the trail.  Photo:  Diane Ursu Throughout the state, many mountain bikers ride to their favorite trail systems.  This often involves public roads and highways.  As... How To Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:38:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Mountain-biking-101--Increase-visibility-while-riding-to-trails?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Mountain-biking-101--Sharing-trails-with-hunters?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Wear bright colors on the trail to increase visibility to hunters. Photo:  Diane Ursu With the crisp, fall air come hunters.  Michigan is dotted with many areas of public land that contain mountain biking trails.  Much of this land is... How To Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:32:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Mountain-biking-101--Sharing-trails-with-hunters?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d10-Crash-is-a-reminder-of-the-importance-of-bicycle-helmets?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner A helmet is the most important piece of safety equipment for a mountain biker.  Photo:  Diane Ursu Believe it or not, whether to wear a helmet is still a great debate for some.  Many experienced mountain bikers have gone quite some wh... Gear Wed, 09 Sep 2009 22:37:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d10-Crash-is-a-reminder-of-the-importance-of-bicycle-helmets?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-16th-Annual-Copper-Harbor-Fat-Tire-Festival?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Insert photo caption or credit here The Copper Harbor Fat Tire Festival is a multi-day event that occurs every Labor Day weekend.  Race participants come from all over the United States to enjoy this spectacular event that includes food, beer, ... Events Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:06:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-16th-Annual-Copper-Harbor-Fat-Tire-Festival?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-How-to-ride-Pauls-Plunge?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner The lower part of Paul's Plunge is a favorite among spectators. Photo:  Diane Ursu Paul’s Plunge is a spectator favorite during the Copper Harbor Fat Tire Festival.  It is also quite the accomplishment for riders who can clean the sc... How To Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:51:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-How-to-ride-Pauls-Plunge?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-Copper-Harbor-Fat-Tire-Festival-offers-diverse-and-challenging-race-course?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner The Red Trail is a popular part of the race course.  Photo:  Diane Ursu The Fat Tire Festival offers a truly unique setting for a Midwestern race.  It contains a variety of trails and terrain along with spectacular views.  It is a... Events Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:45:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-Copper-Harbor-Fat-Tire-Festival-offers-diverse-and-challenging-race-course?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-Mountain-bike-race-is-also-an-amazing-social-event?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Copper Harbor is the site of a multi-day mountain bike festival. Photo:  Diane Ursu The Fat Tire Festival in Copper Harbor is quite an event.  It draws in hundreds of riders from all over the Midwest and some from various states such as Ca... Events Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:24:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-Mountain-bike-race-is-also-an-amazing-social-event?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-Race-awards-are-works-of-art?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Copper Harbor Fat Tire Festival overall award.  Photo:  Diane Ursu This year’s Copper Harbor Fat Tire Festival overall winners received wooden wheels, complete with spokes and disc brake rotors.  The awards are works of art that... Events Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:15:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d8-Race-awards-are-works-of-art?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Copper-Harbor-Fat-Tire-Festival?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner The Red Trail is a favorite among racers. The Copper Harbor Fat Tire Festival takes place on Sunday, September 6.  Festivities begin on Thursday when participants begin arriving in the northernmost Michigan town of Copper Harbor.  Weekend e... Events Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:14:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Copper-Harbor-Fat-Tire-Festival?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d25-Michigan-Bike-Festival-September-46?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Grayling, Michigan - Google Maps. This year's Michigan Bike Festival has a unique twist:  there is no registration fee and camping is free!  Hosted by the Northern Chapter of the Michigan Mountain Biking Association, the Michigan Bike Festi... Events Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:40:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d25-Michigan-Bike-Festival-September-46?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d24-September-mountain-bike-races?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner September will be the height of the racing season for some.  Some of the races are also great events.  The following is a listing of mountain bike races throughout Michigan in September. September 6 Copper Harbor Fat Tire Festival Copper H... Racing Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:59:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d24-September-mountain-bike-races?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d21-The-sale-of-Michigans-campgrounds-in-spite-of-proposed-proven-solution?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Many of Michigan's state forest campgrounds are accessibleonly by hiking, biking, or paddling. Michigan’s state forest campgrounds are under the scrutiny of the Department of Natural Resources for possible closure and sale due to decreased... Advocacy Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:37:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d21-The-sale-of-Michigans-campgrounds-in-spite-of-proposed-proven-solution?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Mountain-biking-101--How-to-get-women-into-the-sport?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Once women gain some confidence on the bike, they may venture onto bigger and better things, like stunts. Guys love their bikes.  They love to ride their bikes.  They know that mountain biking is a fun, healthy activity that reduc... Women Thu, 20 Aug 2009 06:29:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Mountain-biking-101--How-to-get-women-into-the-sport?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d18-Changes-for-mountain-bikers-at-Cannonsburg-Ski-Area?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner MMBA State Board Member At-Large Marty Shue rides over alog pile at the Cannonsburg Ski Area.The Cannonsburg Ski Area is a destination trail for those living in and around Grand Rapids. The Western Chapter of the Michigan Mountain Biking Association ... Advocacy Tue, 18 Aug 2009 05:46:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d18-Changes-for-mountain-bikers-at-Cannonsburg-Ski-Area?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d16-Leadvilles-second-place-rider-David-Wiens-is-a-unique-inspiration?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Dave Wiens, left, of Gunnison, Colo., leads Lance Armstrong, right, of Aspen, Colo., out with the pack as they take part in the Leadville Trail 100 mountain bike cycling race in Leadville, Colo., on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009. (AP Photo/David Zalubo... Rider Profiles Sun, 16 Aug 2009 15:39:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d16-Leadvilles-second-place-rider-David-Wiens-is-a-unique-inspiration?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d16-Armstrong-wins-Leadville-100-with-flat-tire?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner Lance Armstrong of Aspen, Colo., waves as he wins the Leadville Trail 100 mountain bike cycling race in Leadville, Colo., on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) Lance Armstrong won the Leadville 100 well ahead of the rest of the fi... Racing Sat, 15 Aug 2009 22:34:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13912-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner~y2009m8d16-Armstrong-wins-Leadville-100-with-flat-tire?cid=exrss-Michigan-Mountain-Biking-Examiner