Front Lines MTB

This episode we hear from Kevin Loomis of the San Diego Mountain Bike Association. He's the President of the 2nd largest city chapter of IMBA and has some concerns about the IMBA Board itself. We also hear from Grant Lamont of Think Bike Whistler, if you're in the Sea-to-Sky corridor and you want to test out new bikes, then this is a great 4 days at the beginning of June Front Lines MTB - Episode 16.mp3File Size: 70786 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee RosevereDonate via PayPal HERE Show Notes & Links https://www.singletracks.com/blog/trail-advocacy/chapters-leaving-imba/http://www.thinkbikewhistler.com/https://www.facebook.com/thinkbikewhistler/Donate to the Show!http://www.bikeski.ca/support.htmlFollow Us on Social Mediahttps://www.facebook.com/FrontLinesMTB/https://twitter.com/FrontLinesMTBhttps://www.instagram.com/frontlinesmtb/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-gMNwHUwF6OpJnjjF4AwoARate & Review on your Favourite Podcatcherhttps://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/front-lines-mtb/id1180212487https://player.fm/series/front-lines-mtbhttp://www.stitcher.com/podcast/brentskibikeski/front-lines-mtbFind more music by Lee Roseverehttp://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lee_Rosevere/​​https://sdmba.com/https://www.facebook.com/SDMBA/https://www.instagram.com/sdmba/https://twitter.com/sdmba​http://www.vvcc.us/https://www.facebook.com/Verde-Valley-Cyclists-91291633585/

This episode we discuss the IMBA Chapter program and hear from 6 different voices. My guests come from different Trail Associations in the US, some have left the IMBA Chapter program and others have chose to stay. My first guest is Matt Andrews, Executive Director of the Minnesota Off-Road Cyclists and former Regional Director of IMBA. Next is a discussion with 4 representatives from different clubs. Brannon Pack, Executive Director of the Ozark Off-Road Cyclists, and Lance Pysher, President of the Bitterroot Backcountry Cyclists, both groups have decided to remain IMBA Chapters. We'll also hear from Ben Horan, Executive Director of MTB Missoula  and President of the Salem Area Trail Alliance, Jeff McNamee; both groups who have left the program. And finally we chat with Kevin Adams of the ​Verde Valley Cyclists Coalition and former Vice President of Chapter and Member Services at IMBA. Kevin recently wrote an article for Singletracks titled, "Is the IMBA Chapter Program Right for Your Club? Analyzing the Pros and Cons" and we'll get his advice for any IMBA Chapters out there. Front Lines MTB - Episode 15.mp3File Size: 69091 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee RosevereDonate via PayPal HERE Show Notes & Links Kevin Adam's Article in Singletrackshttps://www.singletracks.com/blog/trail-advocacy/imba-chapter-program-worth-investment-chapters-imba-putting/Donate to the Show!http://www.bikeski.ca/support.htmlFollow Us on Social Mediahttps://www.facebook.com/FrontLinesMTB/https://twitter.com/FrontLinesMTBhttps://www.instagram.com/frontlinesmtb/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-gMNwHUwF6OpJnjjF4AwoARate & Review on your Favourite Podcatcherhttps://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/front-lines-mtb/id1180212487https://player.fm/series/front-lines-mtbhttp://www.stitcher.com/podcast/brentskibikeski/front-lines-mtbFind more music by Lee Roseverehttp://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lee_Rosevere/​http://www.morcmtb.org/https://www.facebook.com/morcmtb/https://www.instagram.com/morcpics/​https://twitter.com/morcmtbhttp://ozarkoffroadcyclists.org/https://www.facebook.com/OORCclub/https://www.instagram.com/ozarkoffroadcyclists/​https://twitter.com/OORCclubhttp://www.bitterrootbackcountrycyclists.org/https://www.facebook.com/bitterrootbackcountrycyclists/​https://twitter.com/bitbackcychttp://www.mtbmissoula.org/https://www.facebook.com/MtbMissoula/https://www.instagram.com/mtbmissoula/​​http://www.salemtrails.org/https://www.facebook.com/Salem-Area-Trail-Alliance-150223561703728/https://www.instagram.com/salemtrails/​http://www.vvcc.us/https://www.facebook.com/Verde-Valley-Cyclists-91291633585/

This episode we sit doWN with IMBA's brand new Executive Directer: David Weins. We discuss Dave's work with the Gunnison Trails in Colorado, his new position, IMBA's role in Washington, D.C., the chapter program and the future of the organization. Front Lines MTB - Episode 14.mp3File Size: 72905 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee RosevereSupport the show via PayPal HERE Show Notes & Links https://www.imba.com/​https://www.imba.com/news/dave-wiens-executive-directorhttp://gunnisontrails.com/Donate to the Show!http://www.bikeski.ca/support.htmlFollow Us on Social Mediahttps://www.facebook.com/FrontLinesMTB/https://twitter.com/FrontLinesMTBhttps://www.instagram.com/frontlinesmtb/​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-gMNwHUwF6OpJnjjF4AwoARate & Review on your Favourite Podcatcherhttps://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/front-lines-mtb/id1180212487https://player.fm/series/front-lines-mtbhttp://www.stitcher.com/podcast/brentskibikeski/front-lines-mtbFind more music by Lee Roseverehttp://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lee_Rosevere/

The main guest is the Executive Director of the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance, Yvonne Kraus. We discuss what their chapter program is all about and we learn what Lobby Day is. We also sit down with the President of their Cold Creek Mountain Bikers chapter, Eric Albers, and get their perspective. Front Lines MTB - Episode 13.mp3File Size: 81710 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee Rosevere​Support the show & donate HERE

Taking a quick break from our 3 part series on Umbrellas and Consortiums, we look into two types of Non-profits in the U.S. Vernon Huffman of Access4Bikes in Marin County, California explains what a 501(c)(3) is and why A4B chose to be a 527 instead. We also learn about their upcoming event on May 20th, Ales and Trails. Front Lines MTB - Episode 12.mp3File Size: 55976 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee Rosevere​​Support the Show via PayPal HERE

Kicking off a new 3 part series about Consortiums and Umbrellas, we ask: What happens when clubs and trail associations work together? It's not always sunshine and rainbows; why is that? This episode we explore the many successes of the Cariboo Mountain Bike Consortium and chat with the president and executive director, Thomas Schoen.  Next episode we'll look closer at the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance and what they're doing in Washington State. The final episode of the trilogy will be a discussion with David Weins, the new Chair for International Mountain Bike Association, and we'll discuss what's new and what IMBA does in Washington, DC. Front Lines MTB - Episode 11.mp3File Size: 60010 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee RosevereSupport the show by donating here:​http://www.bikeski.ca/support.html

The future of mountain biking relies on the youth of today. This episode we explore two very different programs that provide community service to get kids on bikes. The benefits are huge, and my guests, Rocky Blondin of the Fraser Valley Mountain Bike Association and Bruce Martens of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association are pivotal in diversifying the sport and introducing mountain biking to youth, who may not have had a chance to ride without their respective programs. Front Lines MTB - Episode 10.mp3File Size: 64016 kbFile Type: mp3Download File ​Music by Lee Rosevere

After a bit of a hiatus here's a quick episode discussing the role that Bike Shops might have to helping new riders entering the sport of mountain biking. What's it like to walk into a bike shop with zero knowledge? While shopping for a stroller recently, I take a walk in someone else's shoes and discover what it like to be a beginner again. Front Lines MTB - Episode 9.mp3File Size: 22845 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee Rosevere

Looking at ways to increase diversity in Mountain Biking we explore the details of Urban Trails. This episode's guest is Joshua Rebennack, the “Dirt Boss” for the Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Crew and the author and presenter of "Knobbies in the Neighborhood". Joshua shares his expertise on how Trail Association can develop and create trails closer to Urban centres. Front Lines MTB - Episode 8.mp3File Size: 73854 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee Rosevere

Looking at ways to increase diversity in Mountain Biking we explore the details of Urban Trails. This episode's guest is Joshua Rebennack, the “Dirt Boss” for the Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Crew and the author and presenter of "Knobbies in the Neighborhood". Joshua shares his expertise on how Trail Association can develop and create trails closer to Urban centres. Front Lines MTB - Episode 8.mp3File Size: 73843 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee Rosevere

Continuing the discussion on diversity, we explore why inclusivity is so important and step outside the Mountain Bike world to learn lessons from the broader Outdoor community. My guest is Ambreen Tareq, founder of @brownpeoplecamping. Her project is sharing and promoting camping and hiking from the perspective of a proud South Asian Muslim American. Front Lines MTB - Episode 7.mp3File Size: 82647 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee Rosevere

Following up with last episode and the discussion about diversity and inclusivety in the Mountain Bike community, I speak with Eric McKeegan. Eric is the Tech Editor at Dirt Rag and Bicycle Time and we discuss his article: A Presidential Speech for the Bike Industry. Front Lines MTB - Episode 6.mp3File Size: 54978 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee Rosevere

How mountain biking can be a part of reconciliation, Patrick Lucas and the Aboriginal Youth Mountain Bike Program are helping to build trails and relationships that do just this. Read more about Patrick and his program at Recociliation Canada where you can find his article Digging For Reconciliation.Front Lines MTB - Episode 4.mp3File Size:70524 kbFile Type:mp3Download FileMusic by Lee Rosevereaymbp promo004 from Paul Lucas on Vimeo.

When it come to mountain bike  trail names I'm asking the question of which ones are just a joke and which ones are just offensive? And what does a trail name like "Squaw Hollow" say about our path to reconciliation? Carrie Karsgaard is trail runner in Kelowna, BC and her Blog post, Trail Names Against Humanity, has seen a huge amount of attention and has highlighted a discussion that has needed to happen for a long time. Front Lines MTB - Episode 5.mp3File Size: 60983 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee Rosevere

Today I spoke with Tara Llanes of Tara Llanes Industries, about Adaptive Mountaon Biking (aMTB) and just what Builder, Land Managers and Trail Association can do ensure barrier free trails for all riders. If you'd like to see just what an aMTB is then I suggest checking out Tara's site and check out the YouTube video located at the bottom of this page and Tara's website as well.http://www.tarallanesindustries.com/ Front Lines MTB - Episode 3.mp3File Size: 52232 kbFile Type: mp3Download File ​​Music by Lee Rosevere

Social Media is a key resource for any organization or business, yet for a Trail Association it's often an under-utilized asset. My guest is Christine Tetrault from the North Shore Mountain Bike Association (NSMBA) in Vancouver, British Columbia. Christine works as the Administrator for the NSMBA and she shared some of her insight on how Trail Stewards can harness the power of Social Media. Front Lines MTB - Episode 2.mp3File Size: 54083 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee Rosevere

Episode 1 of the Front Lines Podcast explores the many roles and responsibilities of a Trail Association's Board of Directors. My guest is Jay Darby, President of the Mountain Bikers of the Central Okanagan (MTBco) out in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. We discuss 'board burnout' and increasing a communities 'buy in' (Jay's words). Front Lines MTB - Episode 1.mp3File Size: 49078 kbFile Type: mp3Download File ​Music by Lee Rosevere For those not familiar with the Kelowna area, check out Trailforks

I'm very excited to announce a brand new project. A podcast for the dedicated member of Trail Associations all over the world. Please stay tuned for more details as I put the final touches on episode one. Front Lines MTB - Teaser.mp3File Size: 5609 kbFile Type: mp3Download File Music by Lee Rosevere