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2008 Fattire Video
Written by Jonathan Brown   
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Well it’s a little late but I thought I would post a video of the 2008 FatTire Festival. I finally had some time to put together some videos from the event. I cannot help but look at this video and think of all those people who are against Mountain Biking, talking about how we are reckless thrill seekers. This video is a great representation of those who love to get out and ride the trails.

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New York Time MTB in National Parks
Written by Jonathan Brown   

Expansion of Biking in Parks Is Proposed

By KIRK JOHNSON
Published: December 18, 2008
DENVER — Mountain bikers, now barred from most backcountry areas in national parks, could have thousands of miles of trails opened up to them under a rule change proposed Thursday by the Interior Department.

The proposal raised tensions between hikers and bikers, who face off against one another on dirt byways all over the country. Each group is burdened with a stereotype that is part true and part myth: thrill-seeking gear heads on one side, plodding leaf peepers on the other, each group accusing the other of not fully appreciating the great out-of-doors.

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National Parks and Mountain Biking
Written by Jonathan Brown   

Rule Change Proposal for National Parks Anticipated Later This Month

A pending National Park Service (NPS) regulation change will benefit Americans by improving mountain biking experiences in national parks. The new policy would empower park superintendents to manage trails for bicycles, without sacrificing environmental review or public comment opportunities. IMBA anticipates aNPS announcement on the regulation change later this month-- stay tuned toour website for additional news, and to register your comments with the NPS.

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