As mountain biking has grown, the absence of a national body to advocate for the UK’s trails has left them unsupported and vulnerable. The UK MTB Trail Alliance now offers trail associations, bike parks and informal trail groups the chance to share knowledge and pool their influence. With over 100 groups already on board, today’s official launch seeks support from riders to accelerate the progress already made by contributing to their crowdfunding campaign.

YES!!! It’s that time! Time to release our next print issue into the wild. We’re excited to announce the upcoming release of Volume 2, Issue 1 of Trail Builder Magazine. It is set to release in June. As we continue to expand on the kinds of content in each issue, here’s what you can expect for the Summer 2024 issue and how to preorder …

The great outdoors has always been a place of wonder and adventure, and now, thanks to a visionary partnership between the One Track Mind (OTM) Foundation, Timberland Hills Foundation (THF), and Burnett County, a new and exciting chapter is unfolding in the heart of Wisconsin. With the spotlight on the Timberland Hills Recreation Area near Cumberland, a destination-quality single-track mountain bike trail system is about to become a reality, creating a trailblazing experience that will captivate outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

The Take Care of Your Trails campaign is based on a successful pilot project developed by national member Developing Mountain Biking in Scotland (DMBinS). In 2017, IMBA Europe adopted the concept and worked in partnership with DMBinS to turn TCoYT into a pan-European event. The objectives of the TCoYT campaign are to promote trail stewardship & improve the image of our sport; to recognise the work of many MTB volunteers; to encourage new or strengthen existing partnerships; and to protect the places we love to ride.

Over the past 10+ years, we have explored the deep forests in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca, Mexico. In 2017, we pioneered with TranSierra Norte, the first International Mountain Bike Adventure Race in Oaxaca, Mexico. After developing riding areas such as “Ixtepeji”, “Benito Juarez” and “Etla”, and launching 6 international MTB races, Oaxaca is now one of the most popular Mountain Bike destinations in North America.

This year we decided to launch something different, but still true to our essence and values. Taking place near Oaxaca City, Mexico. TransGravel is a new, One-Of-A-Kind bike race that combines the physical challenge of gravel riding with the vibrant culture of Oaxaca.

We are offering discounts to Trail Builder Mag to any and all non-profit trail-building organizations. Each weekend, countless volunteers donate valuable time to work on local trails. Most of everything we ride on has been shaped in some way by volunteer trail builders and leaders from non-profit trail-building organizations who advocate for more trail access and trails. Interested in offering this discount to your members? Here’s how …

Williams Lake, BC – January 24th 2024 – the BC Indigenous Youth Mountain Bike Program (IYMBP) announces the world premiere and release of a new documentary film, Dirt Relations: The Story of the Indigenous Youth Mountain Bike Program, on opening night of the 2024 Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival, Friday, February 23 at the Centennial Theatre in North Vancouver.

The International Mountain Bicycling Association and Trust for Public Land are pleased to release Lifeline, Shoreline. The short film celebrates progress behind Bonneville Shoreline Trail development and the Bonneville Shoreline Trail Advancement Act becoming law in 2022, while focusing on the opportunities now ahead to connect and complete the full 280-mile multi-use trail that reaches 75% of Utah residents.

The wait is over! Volume 1, Issue 2 of Trail Builder Mag is HERE! We’re excited about this expanded issue. We’re adding more content, including our first product review (Dakine Builder pack). This second issue is packed with content from cover to cover. We have topics covering the gamut of what matters in trail building, from sanctioned vs. unsanctioned trails, thinking through the long-term community benefits of trails, building a bike park in Uganda, and so much more.

Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) recently received approval from the Arkansas Legislative Council and Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board to offer a new Trail Technician program in fall of 2024 and further renovate the college’s previous physical plant into a trail construction lab. Earlier this year, the NWACC Foundation received an $8 million grant from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation to support the creation of the trails program and facility renovation.