Rick C Johnson
If anyone is interested I believe this is the thread that prompted the
question:
http://brmba.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=714
I don't see any indication this is the opinion or policy of BRMBA, it
appears much like our own forum - anyone is free to sign up and
participate.
Rick
Evan Plews wrote:
> I was out riding the Falls City trails on Monday. There have been no
> changes since last year that would make the trail system more
> challenging, less rideable or more fragile. After all, BRMBA prides
> themselves on building sustainable trails. Furthermore, the trails are
> currently completely dry and hard packed.
>
> In fact we met up with some "XC" riders who described themselves as
> out for their "first mountain bike ride". Amazingly after pushing
> their way through some of the climb we ran into them again on the one
> of the downhills. They seemed to be riding well and enjoying
> themselves so much so that we marveled at their enthusiasm. Great to
> see folks trying out our sport for the first time in such a great
> location!
>
> We have ridden the main trail system (used for the race more or less)
> long before the stunts or any trail modification was organized by
> BRMBA. I know many members of that organization and I am quite
> surprised by the postings on their website.
>
> It would appear that BRMBA believes their alteration of the existing
> trail system is an entitlement for controlling access. Hardly a
> logical conclusion since BRMBA was given the opportunity to do this
> work by the land owners--the residents of the State of Oregon through
> ODF!
>
> Especially confounding is the fact that BRMBA seems to be trying to
> stereotype a certain variety of rider that is an acceptable user of
> these trails. I will have to consult my IMBA membership to better
> understand the criterion for who a real moutain biker is!
>
> I have personally emailed a board member and asked for an explanation
> of the statements found on the BRMBA message board. It will be
> interesting to better understand the definition of "allowable" riders
> and/or riding styles. I find it amazing that these statements were
> made in a public forum in such a haphazard manner by one of the board
> members. It would appear that BRMBA has lost remembrance of both its
> roots (XC riding) and its supporters (folks like you and me).
>
> I personally have donated hundreds of $$$ to their cause. Hopefully
> this is a case of sour grapes or some kind of personal conflict and
> cooler heads/clear thinking will prevail over emotion. I am also
> trying my best to give them the benefit of the doubt rather than both
> barrels regarding this last minute pre-race fiasco.
>
> In the meantime how about we take the high road until some official
> statement regarding the event this weekend is made?
>
> I will keep you posted if I receive any response from my inquiry to
> the BRMBA "brass".
>
> Thanks,
>
> Evan Plews
> Capitol Subaru Cycling
>
>
>
> ----Original Message Follows----
> From: "Ron and Dorothy Strasser"
> To: , "Carrie Cleeton"
> Subject: Re: [OBRA Chat] Firecracker XC race?
> Date: Wed, 16 May 2007 20:54:44 -0700
>
> I find the concept of freeriders suggesting that XC riders are too
> hard on
> trails a sick joke...I hope!!!!
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Carrie Cleeton"
> To:
> Sent: Wednesday, May 16, 2007 11:51 AM
> Subject: [OBRA Chat] Firecracker XC race?
>
>
> >I just read on the brmba.org web page (the group that manages the
> > fall city riding area where the firecracker was to be held) that they
> > and the ODF have decided to not allow the promoter to use the trail
> > the race is normally run on, because according to them it is too hard
> > for XC riders and we cause too much trail damage. Has anyone heard
> > if this is official or if this is a bunch of angry freeriders blowing
> > smoke? Is the race still happening? If it is, will there be any
> > single track or will it be all gravel roads?
> >
> > Carrie
> >
> > Here is the link to the specific thread where this is "announced."
> >
> > http://brmba.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=714
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