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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	Inside a Statewide Mountain Bike Organization with Nick Bennette \| 214	26 août 2026	01:23:20
Inside a Statewide Mountain Bike Organization with Nick Bennette \| 214 For Episode 214, we’re joined by Nick Bennette, Executive Director of the Vermont Mountain Bike Association, better known as VMBA. We talk about what it takes to support mountain biking at a statewide level, and the role an organization like VMBA could plan in your state. Nick takes us through VMBA’s five-year strategic plan, trail grants, permitting, public access to private lands, and best management practices. We also get into adaptive mountain biking, the Velomont Trail, and working with other trail user groups across Vermont. But wait, there’s more. We talk trail maintenance, e-bikes, politics, and what Nick looks for in a great trail community. Set List: Statewide Trail Organizations VMBA 5-Year Strategic Plan Best Management Practices Incentivize Public Access to Private Lands for the Land Owners Land Disturbance Permitting relative to Trail Development VMBA Chapter Trail Grant Program Adaptive Mountain Bike Trails in Vermont The Velomont Trail Politics and Trails – Statewide (working with other trail user groups) Used Stuff – Trail Maintenance E-Bikes – Warning This may trigger people… lol What Nick looks for a trail community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Vermont Mountain Bike Association: https://vmba.org/ Show Support By: KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Bikepacking Roots with Executive Director Noelle Battle \| 213	21 juil. 2026	00:52:00
For Episode 213, we have Noelle Battle, the Executive Director of Bikepacking Roots. We discuss the origins of Bikepacking Roots, its mission, and the organization's work to expand bikepacking through advocacy, partnerships, long-distance route development, and connecting people with the landscape. The conversation also explores the role of natural-surface trails and singletrack within bikepacking, the BOLT initiative, and partnerships with organizations such as IMBA. Together, these efforts show how mountain bike trails and long-distance routes can connect communities, landscapes, and riders through meaningful outdoor experiences. Topics Include: Backstory on Noelle & how she got into Bikepacking Becoming the Executive Director of Bikepacking Roots The origin story and what Bikepacking Roots is about Alternative forms of transportation that aid in Bikepacking Partnerships that Bikepacking Roots has with other organizations What is the BOLT Act – Biking on Long distance Trails The Department of the Interior and USDA open 30-day window to nominate trails for BOLT recognition Existing and Potential BOLT Trails What trails within the BOLT Report that captures Noelle's interest Expanding on Bikepacking Roots and IMBA Working with more local partnerships The expansion of Bikepacking Routes in West Virginia Looking ahead with Bikepacking Roots What Noelle looks for a trail community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Bikepacking Roots: https://bikepackingroots.org/ Public Comment Period (until 8/3/2026) for U.S. Department of the Interior Bikepacking Routes: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-seeks-nominations-long-distance-biking-trails-public-lands Long Live Trails – BOLT Coalition Report: https://bikepackingroots.org/2026/06/bolt-act-long-live-long-trails/ Show Support By: KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Udo Blenkhorn and Pat Pero of Dig !t \| Mountain Biking in Quebec \| 212	17 juin 2026	01:20:29
For Episode 212, we've got Udo Blenkhorn and Pat Pero out of Quebec Canada. Both Pat and Udo are heavily involved with volunteer trail building, so much so that they decided to create a nonprofit organization called Dig !t for the purpose of helping other volunteer trail-building organizations. Dig !t serves many purposes for both individuals and trail organizations, with the central theme of organizing volunteer trail-building efforts. The latest addition to the Dig !t platform is a mobile app, which made its debut a couple of weeks ago on International Trail Day. Ultimately, Dig !t was created with the goal of streamlining community trail building so you can spend more time digging and less time doing admin work. Topics Include: The Pat backstory and mountain biking The Udo backstory and mountain biking How Pat and Udo got involved with volunteer trail building The Contagious Rock Creating Dig !t How mistakes led to efficiencies and getting it right The Trail Fairies How to find digs that are going on virtually everywhere Professionals and volunteers working together to create trails Different tiers of teammates, leaders, and chapter operators that are part of Dig !t How all of this consolidates and streamlines tracking of actions across the platform Operational efficiencies so you can spend more time working on trails and making the invisible visible The sense of belonging that Dig !t provides How people are assigned roles and levels of training to become a leader within Dig !t Dig !t customization at the chapter level (waivers, for example) Dig 24 – a 24-hour volunteer trail-building event What Udo looks for in a trail community What Pat looks for in a trail community Closing comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Dig !t: https://digittrailbuilders.org/ Show Support By: KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Willie Bittner – Great Lakes Trail Builders \| President of the PTBA \| 211	19 mai 2026	01:21:40
For episode 211, we've got Willie Bittner, founder of Great Lakes Trail Builders, and current President of the Professional Trail Builders Association. Willie has been trail building nearly his entire life, starting out with Boy Scout projects, then working for various Conservation Corps organizations on, and alongside various trail builders before Founding WisCorps, and Great Lakes Trail Builders. Willie brings some insight and stories not commonly found with other guests here on Trail EAffect. Topics Include: How Willie got into Trail Building Leaving Wisconsin to work for the California Backcountry Program Getting into hand build stonework in the California Wilderness Hand built trail vs Machine Built trail Heading to the East Coast to work for the Vermont Conservation Corps Transitioning from working with Conservation Corps to working with Peter S Jenson & Associates. Accessible Trails Starting Great Lakes Trail Builders and Co-Founding WisCORPS in La Crosse, WI Meeting Willie for the first time WisCORPS is and what it was like rebooting a Conservation Corps in WI. The transition back to running Great Lakes Trail Builders Going to South Argentina / Patagonia Region to build trails The challenges of building in this region Moving his family to Argentina for trail building Being covered by National Geographic for Trail Building Trail Building as a legit trade Reflecting on the past 50 years of the Professional Trail Builders Association The 2026 PTBA Conference in Boise Becoming a PTBA member company Willie becoming president of the PTBA Training people in traditional stone work Building in Superior National Forest in Northern MN Rebuilding stairs out of stone (from wood) The 2027 International Trail Summit in North Carolina What Willie looks for in a trail community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Great Lakes Trail Builders: https://www.greatlakestrailbuilders.com National Geographic: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/adventure/article/trail-builders-perfect-hike Professional Trail Builders Association: https://www.trailbuilders.org Show Support By: KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Best Day Ever Film – Follow Up with Greg Durso & Berne Broudy \| 210	21 avr. 2026	00:46:00
For episode 210, we've got Berne Broudy and Greg Durso back on for a follow-up conversation about their film, Best Day Ever. Berne and Greg were first on in episode 201 back in October of 2025, and since then they've been rallying hard on the film tour circuit, racking up an impressive 22 awards and showcasing the film in multiple countries. Best Day Ever has been making a real impact on how everyday people in the trail community think about adaptive trails and trails for all. This is a special episode and one worth sharing. If you haven't had the chance to check this film out, it's impressive and will take you through the full rollercoaster of emotions. Topics Include: Recap – Banff Film Festival World Tour Awards National and International Screenings Experiences that have come from the film tour in various communities and theaters What it takes to implement adaptive trails Guidelines around aMTB Trails VMBA 3 Park YouTube Series Drive Range aMTB Trail System Future Screenings of Best Day Ever 5 Point Film Festival (4/23/2026) How you can screen the movie in your community for all the community leaders Best Day Ever and SORBA aMTB Trails – Not Dumbed Down or made easier aMTB’s and Bowhead at Sea Otter Reflecting on all the Traction this film has gotten since it’s gone live The reception this film has gotten across theaters Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Best Day Ever Film: https://www.bestdayever.mov/ Best Day Ever on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestdayevermovie VMBA Adaptive YouTube Series: Episode One: https://youtu.be/VLmq9z7hBNc?si=fNUZ5zVlW82Zv7Fj Episode Two: https://youtu.be/2n9roXXo3-I?si=WA0790_Xs2jvw0Hz Episode Three: https://youtu.be/pWpS2WM9C4Y?si=Pxh03QcnehKkBqMQ Driving Range Trail System: https://www.richmondmountaintrails.org/the-driving-range Show Support By: KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Evan Walterman & Doc Savage \| Black Hills Bike Hub – Rapid City, SD \| 209	14 avr. 2026	01:19:20
Evan Walterman & Doc Savage \| Black Hills Bike Hub – Rapid City, SD \| 209 For episode 209, We have Evan Walterman and Doc Savage representing the Black Hills Bike Hub based in Rapid City, SD. Doc is the current President, and Evan is the Director of Trails. We discuss all things mountain biking and trails in Rapid City which has some very unique trail systems. Rapid City was also just named an IMBA Trail Town, and we discussed that process as well. Topics Include: How Evan got into Mountain Biking and Trails How Doc got into Mountain Biking and Trails The Dakota 5-0 and the impact on the region Project Echelon The Black Hills Region Remembering Kevin Forrester – K4 Trails Rapid City and the backstory of trail systems in Rapid City Proper Hansen-Larsen Memorial Park Skyline Wilderness Area Creating / Rebooting the Black Hills Bike Hub The All-American Trail Community Support of Trails and Mountain Biking Becoming an IMBA Trail Town IMBA Trail Care Workshop What Doc looks for in a Trail Community What Evan looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Black Hills Bike Hub: https://www.blackhillsbikehub.org/ K4 Trails: https://k4trails.com/ Hansen-Larsen Memorial Park: https://www.hlmprc.com/ IMBA Trail Towns: https://www.imba.com/trail-towns Show Support By: KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Ethan Edman \| OZ Trails Bike Park \| 208	04 févr. 2026	01:12:35
For episode 208, we have Ethan Edman, the Director of Trail Construction and Maintenance at the OZ Trails Bike Park. If you want a real understanding of how one of the most anticipated bike parks in the country is coming together, this conversation delivers. Topics Include: Ethan on Gravity Based Bike Parks Ethan on his role as the Director of Trail Construction and Maintenance Bike parks he’d visited, and the experiences Ethan has learned about them Angel Fire Bike Park Spirit Mountain Bike Park Highland Bike Park The value gained from riding and experiencing many different places The Chairlift at the OZ Trails Bike Park, and the experience it will provide Discussing different uplift experiences Details on the 30 trails that the OZ Trails Bike Park will be opening with Maximizing the 280’ of elevation at the Bike Park The importance of Diverse Trail Experiences that will be offered Anticipated Opening of the OZ Trails Bike Park Dialing in operations ahead of opening and training staff. Unique characteristics of having a truly blank canvas to create this bike park Gravity Logic as the main contractor for the bike park, both for building trails and dialing in operations of the bike park as a business Hours of Operation Other amenities at the OZ Trails Bike Park Rental Bikes Skills Coaching / Lessons How this bike park will cater to new riders from a skills perspective Mena, AR Bike Park What Ethan knows about the bike park in Mena, AR How the OZ Trails Bike Park will complement a much larger bike park in Mena The scale of the Ouachita Mountains in Arkansas Closing Comments and Thank You’s Trail EAffect Show Links: OZ Trails Bike Park: https://www.oztrails.com/oz-trails-bike-park/ Show Support By: Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp: https://www.outdoormarketingbootcamp.com/ KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Phil Waidner \| West Virginia Mountain Biking / Arrowhead Bike Farm \| 207	13 janv. 2026	01:29:27
For episode 207, Phil Waidner is our guest – Now if you read the title, it says West Virginia Mountain Biking and the Arrowhead Bike Farm – This is where Phil Lives and what Phil does, but how he got here is a whole lot of different stories. Phil took us from Indiana to Ashville, to China to Bolivia, to Vail Colorado and finally to Fayetteville, WV. He’s had a lot of different roles in the mountain bike community that span from Tour Guide / Instructor to Leading Teen Trail Corps for NICA and a ton more. There’s so much to unpack about this conversation that an intro just won’t do it justice. Topics Include: Phil Waidner Back Story Heading to China to guide for climbing and mountain biking Getting a job as a mountain bike guide in Bolivia Transitioning back to the U.S. as a ski instructor in Vail, CO. Moving to West Virginia to take a role as the Wheels Program Manager at the Summit Bechtel Reserve Boy Scout Camp Getting the keys to a brand new 35-mile trail system at the Summit Bechtel Reserve The importance of Trail Maintenance Hired by NICA to run the Teen Trail Corps – Nationwide The success of NICA Teen Trail Corps Coming onboard at the Arrowhead Bike Farm in Fayetteville, WV Arrowhead Bike Farm Backstory What the Arrowhead Bike Farm is and what they do there (lots!) Mountain Biking in the New River Gorge Region The uniqueness of West Virginia Events and Festivals in the region What Phil looks for in trail communities Closing Comments Bonus Bolivia Content Trail EAffect Show Links: Arrowhead Bike Farm: https://arrowheadbikefarm.com/ West Virginia Mountain Bike Association: https://wvmba.com/ Summit Bechtel Reserve: https://www.summitbsa.org/ Gravity Bolivia: https://www.gravitybolivia.com/ Show Support By: Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp: https://www.outdoormarketingbootcamp.com/ KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Leave No Trace with Mark Eller \| 206	23 déc. 2025	00:59:23
For episode 206, I’m joined by Mark Eller from Leave No Trace. This might sound like a straightforward conversation. It isn’t. Mark is a veteran of the outdoor industry, with more than a decade at IMBA during a period of major program expansion, and he continues his work today at Leave No Trace. His background includes climbing, mountain biking, and decades of time spent outdoors. This episode sits at the intersection of marketing, mountain biking, trails, and how we show up outdoors in ways that are practical and low impact. Topics Include: How Mark landed in the Outdoor Marketing space more than 2 decades ago Landing at IMBA doing Communications and Marketing Mark working at IMBA during the time of the Trail Solutions Book, The Ride Center, Regional Directors, and more The Impact of the Trail Solutions Book on Land Managers and Modern Trail Design and Construction taking a real science backed approach What are some things that trails / mountain biking has gotten right and wrong from a marketing perspective The Leave No Trace Backstory The Seven Principals of Leave No Trace Common Misconceptions about Leave No Trace Best method for learning Mark has found during his career Surprises for Mark while at IMBA and Leave No Trace What bad habit would Mark get trail users to change What Mark Looks for in Trail Communities Outdoor Marketing Boot Camp Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Leave No Trace: https://lnt.org/ Show Support By: Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp: https://www.outdoormarketingbootcamp.com/ KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Austin Ridge Riders Mountain Bike Club \| 205	16 déc. 2025	00:58:40
For episode 205 we have Charlie Riou and Cullen McMorrow – the President and Vice President of the Austin Ridge Riders Mountain Bike Club. While Austin may not be on everyone’s radar as a ride destination Austin certainly has a very deep history around mountain biking, mountain bike advocacy and trails. Both Cullen and Charlie provide some excellent stories about the history of mountain biking in the Austin Area along with what they are doing for the future of mountain biking in this region. Topics Include: The Austin Ridge Riders Backstory as a Mountain Bike Club Barton Creek Greenbelt How Cullen got involved with the Austin Ridge Riders How Charlie got involved with the Austin Ridge Riders Trail Work by the Austin Ridge Riders Walnut Creek Metro Park work day Benefits of cleaning up parks and trails American Trails Webinar – Using Natural Surface Trails as Transportation Alternatives. Working with other user groups to create Win – Win scenarios Reimers Ranch Park The Quality-of-Life aspect of trails in Austin and how that’s a tougher sell in large metro areas like Austin (where lots of people are moving there regardless of outdoor recreation) Where Charlie likes to ride in the Austin Area What Cullen looks for in a Riding Community What Charlie looks for in a Riding Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Austin Ridge Riders: https://www.austinridgeriders.com/ Show Support By: Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp: https://www.outdoormarketingbootcamp.com/ KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Nick Ryan \| Copper Harbor Trails Club Trails Coordinator \| 204	25 nov. 2025	01:25:09
Nick Ryan \| Copper Harbor Trails Club Trails Coordinator \| 204 Topics Include: Giving Tuesday for Copper Harbor Trails Club Looking back at the 2025 achievements by the Copper Harbor Trails Club Looking forward at the 2026 goals Wrapping up the Keweenaw Point Trail in 2026 Winter Trails around Copper Harbor that the far east end of the Keweenaw Peninsula More than double your donation through the Giving Tuesday Campaign when you donate through the Copper Shores Community Health Foundation to the Copper Harbor Trails Club The Nick Ryan backstory on how he got into mountain biking Why Nick chose Copper Harbor as a place to work Enrolling into the Northwest Arkansas Trail Technician Program Going deeper on the importance of Planning and Design for trails Building Experiences The International Trail Rating System and traveling to Europe to attend the certification course International Trail Rating System Details Copper Harbor Trails Club adopting the International Trail Rating System Going deeper on wayfinding Things that Nick learned generally speaking while in Europe What Nick Looks for in a Trail Community Trail Maintenance and the value / and importance of Trail Maintenance Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Copper Shores Community Health Foundation \| Giving Tuesday: https://www.coppershores.org/giving-tuesday Copper Harbor Trails Club: https://www.copperharbortrails.org/ Northwest Arkansas Community College Trail Technician Program: https://www.nwacc.edu/academicdivisions/trailstrades/trailtechnician/ International Trail Rating System: https://itrs.bike/ Show Support By: Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp: https://www.outdoormarketingbootcamp.com/ KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	IMBA Trail Towns and Ride Centers™ with Joe V. and Marty Ciavano \| 203	20 nov. 2025	00:58:22
IMBA Trail Towns and Ride Centers™ with Joe V. and Marty Caivano \| 203 For episode 203 we have Joe V. and Marty Caivano back on to discuss the recently launched IMBA Trail Towns Designation and the recently relaunched IMBA Ride Center™ Designation. We covered everything from the importance of these designations for your community, how to get these awarded these designations, and even provided some example communities for these designations. If you are looking to level up the status of your community – Look no further as this conversation is for you! Topics Include: Trail Towns and the why behind the Trail Town Designation Becoming a Trail Town Community Assessment Tool Trail Town Application Window Why become an IMBA Trail Town Re Launch of the Ride Center™ Designation The evolution of IMBA and the mission of More Trails Close to Home The consolidation of Bronze, Silver and Gold Ride Centers™ to Ride Center™ and Premier Ride Center™ How riders think about where they want to ride today Defining “Bike Park” within the Ride Center™ Designation Defining Gravity Riding within the Ride Center™ Designation Using CAMBA / Mt Telemark Village (Hayward / Cable, WI) and how this region fits into the new Ride Center™ designation as an example Reapplying to become a Ride Center™, even if your community is a current Ride Center™. Example of Copper Harbor and how that community would fit into the new Ride Center™ designation. Joe’s new Ride Center™ radius now that he’s based in Colorado Marketing component of Ride Centers™ TrailForks & IMBA Rating and Reviewing Ride Centers™ What Joe V looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: IMBA: https://www.imba.com/ Trail Towns and Ride Centers™ Press Release: https://www.imba.com/press-release/imba-expands-community-designation-program-new-imba-trail-town-recognition-and-imba Show Support By: Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp: https://www.outdoormarketingbootcamp.com/ KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Miles Ramsey of the Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp \| 52Eighty Creative \| 202	28 oct. 2025	00:44:20
For episode 202 we have Miles Ramsey the creative director for 52Eighty Creative. Miles has been working with the PTBA, American Trails, along with others in the Trail Space to improve the marketing game on the outdoor infrastructure we all love to build and use. Miles also the person behind the Outdoor Marketing Boot Camp which was created as a way to help bring new and creative ideas to the outdoor recreation and trail world. The Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp will be hosted in a virtual format so traveling to and attending this conference will not be an issue. Miles has brought together more than 25 professionals who work in Outdoor Space as speakers at the Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp. This conversation also kicks off a partnership that Miles and myself have formed to help co-promote both the Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp and the Trail EAffect Podcast. Topics Include: How Miles got involved with the Trail World (PTBA / American Trails) Common themes Miles has seen in terms of room for improvement from a marketing and branding perspective Small Business ownership Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp Backstory Year One Successes Miles – on “Is it good for the client?” Speakers and the lineup for the 2026 Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp What should an attendee expect from participating in the Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp Various levels of experience Dates: February 17th & 18th 2026 What Miles looks for in a Trail Community The Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp Podcast Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: 52Eighty Creative: https://www.52eightycreative.com/ Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp: https://www.outdoormarketingbootcamp.com/ Outdoor Marketing Bootcamp Podcast: https://www.outdoormarketingbootcamp.com/podcast Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Best Day Ever \| Building a More Inclusive Trail Community with Berne Broudy and Greg Durso \| 201	14 oct. 2025	01:03:00
For episode 201 we have Berne Broudy and Greg Durso. Berne is an outdoor journalist, storyteller, and happens to be the president of Richmond Mountain Trails a Non-Profit Trail Organization. Greg is an adaptive athlete and senior program director for the Kelly Brush Foundation. Together Berne and Greg helped to create the new film titled “Best Day Ever” a film about adaptive mountain biking, trail building and what it looks like when inclusion is part of the trail building process from the beginning. Topics Include: The purpose and backstory behind the Best Day Ever movie Breaking ground on the Driving Range Trail System – Vermont’s first fully adaptive trail system. Challenges with building the Driving Range Trail System Some of the characteristics of an Adaptive Trail The intentionality of making the Driving Range sessionable, progressive and diverse in terms of trail experiences for all riders (and this system is mostly Blue, Black and Double Black). Greg participating in and getting other adaptive riders into the Fox U.S. Open downhill race at Killington, VT How DH Tracks lend themselves to being great for adaptive riders. Different types of Adaptive Mountain Bikes The Kelly Brush Foundation – Kingdom Trails – and Adaptive Mountain Bike Camps Expanding on what the Kelly Brush Foundation does What Berne learned through creating this movie “Best Day Ever” What Greg learned through filming the movie “Best Day Ever” Screenings of the movie “Best Day Ever” which you can do now! American Trails: Advancing Trails Webinar: A Guide to Adaptive Mountain Bike Trail Building What Berne looks for in a Mountain Bike Community What Greg looks for in a Mountain Bike Community What Greg thinks the future of adaptive trails looks like Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Best Day Ever Movie: https://www.bestdayever.mov/ The Driving Range Trail System: https://www.richmondmountaintrails.org/the-driving-range Richmond Mountain Trails: https://www.richmondmountaintrails.org/ How to donate to the film (w/ a $25k Matching Grant): https://www.bestdayever.mov/impact Heartland Film Festival: https://www.heartlandfilm.org/festival The Kelly Brush Foundation: https://kellybrushfoundation.org/ American Trails Webinar: A Guide to Adaptive Mountain Bike Trail Building (10/30/2025): https://www.americantrails.org/training/a-guide-to-adaptive-mountain-bike-trailbuilding Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Pete Taylor Steals the Mic and takes over the conversation with Josh Blum \| 200	30 sept. 2025	02:00:00
For Episode 200 we flip the script, and Pete Taylor takes over as the host, putting your regular host myself, Josh into the hot seat. We dive into the backstory how the Trail EAffect Podcast came to be, a mistake or two that I’ve made along the way along with a whole bunch of other topics that Pete had. Topics Include: The Driftless Dirt / Trail EAffect Podcasts Backstory Why Start Trail EAffect Where has Trail EAffect taken me Biggest Surprises and Mistakes Highlights from the show Difficulties that have come with the podcast Monetization of the show Scheduling of the shows, and time invested into the show Becoming proficient at podcasting, audio and editing Give advice, things I’ve learned through this journey The value of Trail Planning and Design Advice to Trail Organizations who may be lacking funding Favorite places / Little Gems for trail communities What does the future of dirt look like Thoughts on “expired” golf courses The future of dirt What’s next What Josh looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Vernon Trails: https://vernontrails.com/ Bluedog Cycles: https://www.bluedogcycles.com/ Pertnear 20 Mountain Bike Race: https://www.bluedogcycles.com/pertnear-20-2022 Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Pete Taylor \| Vernon Trails, Viroqua, WI \| Bluedog Cycles \| Camp Bluedog \| 199	09 sept. 2025	01:52:00
For Episode 199 we have Pete Taylor of Vernon Trails, Bluedog Cycles and Camp Bluedog – the largest longest running kids’ mountain bike camp in the Galaxy. There are so many words that could be said about Pete but I’ll leave all of that up to him! Topics Include: Moving to Viroqua, WI to open a bike shop, a place with zero access for mountain bike trails Starting with Single Track - Vernon Trails – The local trail organization Opening Bluedog Cycles in Viroqua, WI Pete’s take on NICA and how that’s impacted Pete’s Mountain Bike Community Camp Bluedog – Why start a kids mountain bike camp The backstory behind why Pete and Alycann started Camp Bluedog 19 years of Camp Bluedog just wrapped up Trail Building as Part of Camp Bluedog Partnering with Sugar Creek Bible Camp for the facilities and trails Events at Sugar Creek Bible Camp… (Past and Future) Volunteers of Camp Bluedog Pertnear 20 XC Race at Sidie Hollow every fall Connecting you to what Matters: T-Mobile Grant for Trail Mapping and Signage What Pete looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Vernon Trails: https://vernontrails.com/ Bluedog Cycles: https://www.bluedogcycles.com/ Camp Bluedog: https://www.bluedogcycles.com/camp-bluedog Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Mike Repyak \| Elevating Wausau’s Trails and Beyond \| Episode \|198	26 août 2025	01:11:10
For Episode 198, we’re catching up with Mike Repyak, who’s back on the show for the fourth time, this time with a brand-new role as Director of Development and Outdoor Recreation for the Kocourek Trailhead Foundation in Wausau, Wisconsin. We dive into Wausau’s ambitious trail plans, Mike’s continued work with IMBA, and highlights from the International Trails Summit that was held this past April in Madison, WI – Basically in Mikes backyard. Topics Include: Mike’s new roll: Director of Development and outdoor Recreation for the Kocourek Trailhead Foundation in Wausau, WI. Recap of what Mike Accomplished at IMBA as the Director of IMBA Trail Solutions. A recap of the International Trail Summit that was held in Madison, WI in April 2025. Pre Conference Sessions Concurrent Conference Sessions The City of Madison, WI as a true multimodal community A meeting about the possibility of starting a statewide mountain bike trail organization in Wisconsin Diving into the details behind Mike’s new role in Wausau, WI. What the Greater Wausau Prosperity Partnership is and why it exists. What the Private (with public access) trail development will look like adjacent to Rib Mountain State Park in Wisconsin. Effectively expanding access from private lands into parts of Rib Mountain State Park in areas that were previously more difficult to access The prospect of lift access for gravity trails adjacent to Rib Mountain State Park How Mike is still involved with IMBA in a part time capacity 2025 IMBA Trail Labs Foundations in Winona, MN Other Locations for Trail Labs Foundations Kafka Granite’s Wax Coated Pathway Mix (Trail Surface) What Mike looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Greater Wausau Prosperity Partnership: https://greaterwausau.org/ Central Wisconsin Off Road Cycling Coalition: https://cwocc.org/ Visit Wausau Mountain Biking: https://www.visitwausau.com/outdoor-activities/biking-trails/ IMBA Foundations: https://www.imba.com/foundations Kafka Granite’s Wax Coated Pathway Mix: https://www.kafkagranite.com/natural-crushed-stone/pathway-materials/wax-pathway-mix/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Adam Yeoman – Executive Director for the Copper Harbor Trails Club \| 2025 Trails Club Updates \| 197	12 août 2025	00:42:58
For Episode 197 we have Adam Yeoman, the Executive Director for the Copper Harbor Trails Club. During this conversation we talk all things Copper Harbor 2025, which includes some past events, future events, new trails, and there is also some intel on what participants of the 2025 Copper Harbor Trails Fest might have in store in terms of both XC and Enduro Course. Adam covers a lot during our conversation, and Copper Harbor as a trail organization has a ton going on, so even if you are not from the Upper Midwest there are some pieces of information that you may find interesting or helpful for your trail community. Topics Include: Brief bit of Copper Harbor and Keweenaw Penisula History The transition from club president to Executive Director Staff at Copper Harbor Trails Club Ride the Keweenaw Event Copper Harbor Trails Fest Orbion – Title Sponsor of Trails Fest Women’s & Men’s Ride Clinics New Trails coming online Keweenaw Point Trail continues to be built New Start Hub at the top of East Bluff Winter Trails for Copper Harbor Trails Club Nordic Skiing Hints about 2025 Trails Fest Course for both the XC and Enduro Other events that have been held in Copper Harbor in 2025 Rough Stuff Rally 906 Adventure Crusher 12 hours of All You Can East Bluffet – Endurance Enduro What Adam looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Copper Harbor Trails Club: https://www.copperharbortrails.org/ East Bluff Bike Park: https://eastbluffbikepark.com/ Orbion – Title Sponsor for Copper Harbor Trails Fest: https://orbionspace.com/ Rough Stuff Rally: https://bikejerks.com/pages/rough-stuff-rally 906 Adventure Crusher: https://906adventureteam.com/mountain-bike-events/the-crusher/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	J.T. Horn \| The Trust for Public Land \| Bridging the gap between Land Conservation Organizations and Trails \| 196	22 juil. 2025	01:06:55
For Episode 196 we have J.T. Horn, J.T, is the Trail Director for the Trust for Public Land. J.T. was also one of two guests on episode 192 where we discussed the Economic Impact that Mountain Biking can have on communities. For this episode we are discussing various ways to bridge the gap between Land Conservation organizations and the Trail Community. This topic can be a rather important topic because land access for trails is often one of the most challenging hurdles for trail development. As J.T. describes during this conversation, partnering with a Land Conservation Organization that understands the value of trails and outdoor recreation can be a critical step in the trail development process. I always really enjoy perspective that J.T. brings during our conversations and I hope you do as well! Topics Include: The J.T. Horn backstory What the Trust for Public Land is, and how the TPL came to be How to engage with the Trust for Public Land for a Land Acquisition The risk and financial lens Focus mainly on high impact larger projects Tualatin Mountain Forest – Portland OR. Due diligence in real estate: Four Key Components Value of the Land Land Survey (Size / Neighbors / Etc.) Title Search / existing rights on the property Environmental Status Bridging the gap between Conservation Organizations and the Trail Community The partnership between the Trust for Public Land and IMBA An example project between the TPL and IMBA Mono Pond State Park in CT The shift in mindset from conserving and preserving land to moving to creating more recreational land on these properties Winter and Summer economics that revolve around outdoor recreation Bethel, MA – Sunday River / Bethel Community Forest Carrabassett Valley, MA and Crocker Mountain Unit Catamount Outdoor Family Center Examples of avenues for funding opportunities Potential Partnership between forest product companies and Trail Organizations Life Wisdom by J.T. Horn Land Acquisition Strategy using good parcel data What J.T. looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: The Trust for Public Land: https://www.tpl.org/ The Tualatin Mountain Forest: https://www.tpl.org/our-work/tualatin-mountain-forest Mono Pond State Park: https://www.tpl.org/our-work/bigger-better-mono-pond-state-park Catamount Outdoor Family Center: https://catamountoutdoor.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Chris Stindt \| How Events Can Help Build Community \| 195	01 juil. 2025	01:22:16
For Episode 195 we have Chris Stindt as our guest. Chris is heavily involved hosting bicycle related events, all sorts of bicycle related events. During this conversation we uncover the value that events bring to communities, and in many ways these events help to build stronger communities. Topics Include: The Chris Stindt backstory Chris’s role at Smith’s Bike Shop Events as a vehicle for raising money to fund trails An overview of multiple events before going into a deep dive on them A Brief History of WORS Racing in La Crosse The La Crosse Omnium Road Race – What this event does for the region Side conversation about Kwik Trip Deeper into what to expect at ORA Trails Fest and the UCI racing aspect of 2025’s event Enduro Racing at ORA Trails Fest USA Cycling Gravel Nationals – La Crescent, MN – Across the river from La Crosse, WI Smith’s Bike Shop and the 130-Year Anniversary – 1895 to Present – Yet another community event Other events that Smith’s Bike Shop Supports – Valet Bike Parking at the Moon Tunes Summer Concert Series with the Beer By Bike Brigade. What Chris looks for in Trail Communities Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: La Crosse Omnium: https://www.lacrosseomnium.com/ ORA Trails Fest: https://www.oratrailsfest.com/ Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com USA Cycling Gravel National Championships: https://gravelnats.usacycling.org/ I Helped Design the Gravel Nationals Course Coming to Minnesota. Then We Pre-Rode It (And It’s Going to Hurt) – Words: Chris Stindt https://www.thenxrth.com/post/i-helped-design-the-gravel-nationals-course-coming-to-minnesota-then-we-pre-rode-it-and-it-s-goin Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Martha Becton Takeover Show \| International Trail Summit 2025 \|194	24 juin 2025	01:31:15
For Episode 194 Martha Becton takes over again, this time at the 2025 International Trail Summit, which was held this past April in Madison, WI. Similar to when Martha took over last year at the PTBA Conference, Martha is back, and this time she’s got 6 other guests who dive back into the topic of Women in Trail Building. Topics Include: Intro by Martha Becton – Owner of Becton Trails Desi Jarrell – Director of Outdoor Recreation Perry County Fiscal Court Kathie Brennan – Vice President Ozark Trail Association Valerie Niles – Open Space Technician Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Heidi Tillmanns – Director Trail & Infrastructure Trans Canada Trail Stacey Dakin – Chief Program Officer Trans Canada Trail Kathie Brennan – Working with AmeriCorps staff Martha – Volunteering as a retirement job, and staying active when older in life Kathie Brennan – What is now my purpose? Erica Hirsch – Trails Program Manager Cleveland Metroparks Working for multiple winters in Patagonia Argentina Martha – What hooked you into trails – and how can you get into this career of trails Trails as a second career (later in life) Transferable Skills into trails – (Hint, everything is transferable) Desi and Kathie – NICA and getting kids and families on bikes Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: International Trails Summit: https://www.trails-summit.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Beyond the Ashes an Adaptive Trail Story \| Uriah Nazario & Brock Wagner \| 193	17 juin 2025	00:51:29
For Episode 193 we have Uriah Nazario and Brock Wagner who are two of the many personalities behind Beyond the Ashes – An Adaptive Trail Story. Uriah and Brock break down the backstory behind this film, who they brought into the film, along with how Universal Trail Design can be incorporated into trail systems without most people knowing, yet providing access to Adaptive Mountain Bikers. This film will be going live on June 19th at the Bentonville Film Festival. Some of the personalities in this film are previous guests on the Trail EAffect podcast as well such as Jeremy P McGhee (Episodes 65 & 66), and Annijke Wade (Episode 85). Topics Include: The backstory on how Beyond the Ashes came to be Bring Brock Wagner along for filming movie, and how this evolved from a documentary with Jeremy P McGhee to a much larger and more inclusive project Bringing Brian Carlson into the film – and the vital role Brian played Having other riders evaluate trails to get feedback from different perspectives Breaking down the differences between the various aMTB’s from Brock’s perspective Learning how to build jumps for Adaptive Riders – and sending Jeremy into an Airbag off of and ATV ramp. Jeremy P McGhee absolutely sending it How Adaptive riders don’t want or need trails “dumbed down” What Brock took away from making this film How the film is broken up into segments The release at the Bentonville Film Festival The possibility of this film going to other film festivals Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Beyond the Ashes: https://www.beyondtheashesfilm.com/ Bentonville Film Festival: https://bentonvillefilm.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Trust for Public Land Economic Impact of Mountain Biking with Jennifer Clinton and J.T. Horn \| 192	20 mai 2025	00:59:10
For Episode 192 we have Jennifer Clinton and J.T. Horn both of the Trust for Public Land. Earlier this year the Trust for Public Land Partnered with IMBA to author a report on the Economic Impact of Mountain Biking. They also presented this report at the International Trail Summit that was held this past April in Madison, WI. We dug into the report itself along with some takeaways from the International Trail Summit during this conversation. Topics Include: About the Trust for Public Land Jennifer Clinton’s Backstory and background in economics Lab for Land and People The partnerships that were created to make this report happen IMBA and TPL Creating the Economic Impact of Mountain Biking Report Selecting data that was published in the past 10 years Mountain Bike Specific Data (not all-inclusive cycling data) Key Findings in the report Planning Considerations – Outside of trails for the community to be successful Chattanooga, TN – Example Community Gorham, NH – Example Community Events and what the event can bring to the community both during and outside of the event. Highlights and Findings that may have been surprising to Jennifer and JT Attending the International Trail Summit Concurrent Session about the report (Co Presenting w/ IMBA) Feedback during / from the presentation Best Practices for using the report Another takeaway from the International Trail Summit – Redhead Bike Park, Chisholm, MN Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Trust for Public Land: https://www.tpl.org/ Economic Impact of Mountain Biking Report: https://www.tpl.org/resource/econmountainbiking Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Lars Romig \| Trail Builder & Advocate for Mountain Biking \| Sedona, AZ \| 191	22 avr. 2025	01:17:39
For Episode 191 we have Lars Romig of Sedona, AZ. Lars has been a long-time member of the Verde Valley Cyclists Coalition, along with being a Trail Builder and Mountain Bike Trail Access Advocate. Most Recently Lars led the charge on building the Hardline Trail. This conversation is one that I’ve wanted to have with a Sedona Local for a handful of years now as there is a ton of riding content that comes out of Sedona, but not a lot of content around how the Trails and Trail Access for mountain biking came to be in Sedona. Topics Include: How Lars got into Mountain Biking What Lars does professionally for a career How Sedona Trails came to be for Mountain Biking The various trail zones in Sedona, and the order of when those riding zones opened up for mountain biking Pigtail Trail (within the Hogs network) Started out as an IMBA Trail Day Constant improvements to Pigtail Western Movies in Sedona / Broken Arrow Area Building a relationship with the U.S. Forest Service The growth of membership and engagement with the Verde Valley Cyclists Coalition Singletrack Bypass Reroute The Hardline Trail backstory The timeframe of building the Hardline Trail The Public Comment Period of the NEPA Process Recommended Direction Trails User Experience The user reception of the Hardline trail since it opened up Specialized and Soil Searching The Letter: H Trails that don’t start with the Letter H, that are still really great Canyon of Fools and lessons learned from that trail Monsoon Season and Riding Etiquette regarding wet trails Forest Service Trail Crew Sedona Red Rock Trail Fund Funds Non-Motorized Trail Development and Maintenance What Lars looks for in a Trail Community Secrets to riding the Hardline Trail The recommended route for a great ride that includes the classics and Hardline Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Verde Valley Cyclists Coalition: https://www.vvcc.us/ Specialized Soil Searching Hardline Trail: https://youtu.be/tJ06FMsIoy8?si=sBwZURjM5n-yFM3v Sedona Red Rock Trail Fund: https://redrocktrailfund.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Chris Riley of Central Maine Chapter New England Mountain Bike Association \| 190	11 avr. 2025	01:18:00
For Episode 190 we have Chris Riley from Central Maine. Chris is the president of the Central Maine Chapter of the New England Mountain Bike Association, and a board member of the New England Mountain Bike Association. Chris and his organization have come up with some innovative ideas on how to handle both new trail construction as well as handling annual trail maintenance. Maine and the New England region has a ton of momentum with mountain biking and trails, and that is really showcased during this conversation. Topics Include: How Chris got into Mountain Biking Chris’s early years in mountain biking Including several trips to ride in the Austin Texas area How Chris got involved with Mountain Biking and Advocacy in Maine Volunteer Engagement and Community Engagement with CE ME NEMBA Bringing on paid staff for trail building and maintenance Trail Systems that fall under the CE ME organization Buying an excavator to accelerate trail building in the region Various ways for funding trails Maine Trails Bond initiative Road Tripping to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan Marquette Trails Houghton Trails Copper Harbor Trails Creating destination riding communities Gravity Bike Parks in Maine Partnering with a local land trust for a new trail system Trail Systems proximity to communities for riding in the region Hub and Spoke Trail Model NEMBA and the 3 Year Strategic Plan Maintenance Matters What Chris looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Central Maine NEMBA: https://cemenemba.org/ New England Mountain Bike Association: https://www.nemba.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Birmingham Urban Mountain Pedalers AKA BUMP with Chase Draper \| 189	18 mars 2025	01:16:52
For Episode 189 we have Chase Draper the President of Birmingham Urban Mountain Pedalers otherwise known as BUMP. BUMP is another powerhouse volunteer driven trail organization that falls under the SORBA mothership in the South East region of the United States. Chase provides some exceltent stories about what can be accomplished when you are willing to outwork everyone else, and he’s got a pretty sarcastic personality as well. Topics Include: How and why Chase got into Mountain Biking How Chase got involved with BUMP Becoming the President of BUMP The backstory of BUMP Gravity Project at Oak Mountain State Park Funding through Inovate Alabama What the new Gravity Trails will do for the Region and Oak Mountain State Park Tannehill Ironworks trail expansion and building the largest adaptive accessible mountain bike trail system in the Southeast. IMBA Ride Centers and how BUMP is pursuing the Silver Level Ride Center Status. Oak Ass Endurance Race – NUE Series Championships for 2025 Bump-N-Grind Race Challenges that Chase has come across with leading the organization and managing volunteers What makes a great trail community in Chase’s opinion Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Birmingham Urban Mountain Pedalers: https://www.bump.org/ Oak Ass Endurance Race: https://bumpngrindraces.com/oak-ass-100/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/josh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Jarrod’s Place Bike Park \| Trail Armor \| With Jarrod & Josh \| 188	11 févr. 2025	01:22:33
For Episode 188 we have Jarrod Harris and Josh Cohan back on from Jarrod’s Place Bike Park. We cover a handful of topics including what Josh & Jarrod have learned since opening Jarrod’s Place Bike Park and we went deep on All things Trail Armor – The first line of defense for protecting your Flow Trails, Jump Lines and Berms. There’s a lot of great things that Jarrod and Josh have been learning through their development of Trail Armor, but the most important aspect of all of this is that they are taking a chance and pushing innovation, and as we all know innovation breeds innovation and this is definitely a radical innovation! Topics Include: Jarrod’s Place backstory on purchasing the land Lessons learned running the bike park since we last talked (Episode 91) The diversity of Trail Experiences at Jarrod’s Place The efficiency of operating shuttle trucks The Trail Armor Backstory Working with a carpet manufacturer Testing different materials How Trail Armor is helping to reduce overall costs in maintenance and improving trail consistency. Riding through adverse weather conditions Where Trail Armor is used and not used The Evolution of Trail Armor How Trail Armor is reducing or eliminating erosion including dust erosion Trail Armor is available in various colors Customers using Trail Armor outside of Jarrod’s Place Installation and Repair of Trail Armor Cost of Trail Armor How Trail Armor helps to inspire confidence among newer riders Hauling Trail Armor into a job site 80’s Movies Art Installations at Jarrod’s Place Building a great community at and around Jarrod’s Place Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Jarrod’s Place Bike Park: https://jarrodsplacebikepark.com/ For more information about Trail Armor email: info@jarrodsplacebikepark.com Original Jarrod’s Place Episode (91): https://www.traileaffectpodcast.com/jarrods-place-bike-park-with-josh-cohan-and-jarrod-harris-91/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	IMBA Education and Programing in 2025 with John Cox – Education Manager and Marty Caivino – Local Community Engagement Manager \| 187	28 janv. 2025	00:52:14
For Episode 187 we have Marty Caivano the Local Community Engagement Manager for IMBA and John Cox the Education Manager for IMBA. We discussed many topics including The IMBA Foundations (Formerly known as IMBA Trail Labs), along with a lot of the other community engagement and educational programs that IMBA is continuing to host in 2025… There is also the hint of the IMBA Epics Returning in 2025! Topics Include: How Marty got her start at IMBA How John got his start at IMBA IMBA Foundations Backstory – Formerly Trail Labs Who IMBA Foundations is for Taking IMBA Foundations to Winona and Duluth, MN Bringing back the Trail Care School Black Hills South Dakota Trail Accelerator Workshop Trail Management School IMBA Ride Centers What Marty looks for in Trail Communities What John looks for in Trail Communities The IMBA Epic’s is coming back… Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: International Mountain Bicycling Association: https://www.imba.com/ IMBA Foundations: https://www.imba.com/foundations IMBA Trail Care School: https://www.imba.com/programs/trail-care-school IMBA Trail Friendly Community Self-Assessment: https://https://www.imba.com/self-assessment/overviewwww.imba.com/assessment Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Smith’s Bike Shop – 130 Years of Excellence: www.smithsbikes.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Jason Aric Jones \| 30+ Years of Mountain Bike Trail Access and Advocacy in Michigan \| 186	14 janv. 2025	01:30:50
For Episode 186 we have Jason Aric Jones. Jason recently announced that he was stepping away from 30+ years of working extremely hard for mountain bike trail access and advocacy, and I know that it would be important to have Jason on the show to recount some of the experiences he has had along the way. Jason definitely took a creative approach to getting the job done, which eventually parlayed itself into the DTE Energy Foundation Trails, and multiple roles in statewide advocacy, that are even helping to influence regions around the entire state of Michigan, including the Upper Peninsula. Topics Include: How Jason got into mountain biking The reasons behind Jason getting into Mountain Bike Advocacy Some of the challenges associated with mountain bike access in the early days Early days of mountain bike advocacy Creative ways to get mountain bikers involved with advocacy in Michigan Getting access to the Waterloo Recreation Area for mountain biking (and how that started) The Hell Riders (Black Hat Advocacy / Civil Disobedience) – FTW! Getting appointed to the Michigan Trails Advisory Council The Michigan Mountain Bike Association – and the value of Statewide Mountain Bike Organizations. How the DTE Energy Foundation Trail came to be, and the details behind all of it. Black Trails… Actual Data behind trail use numbers and how mountain bikers are a huge part of that Equestrian use and Mountain Bike use Keweenaw Heartlands Parcels and the explanation behind that initiative at the MI Trails Advisory Council. The power of Resolutions at the State Committee / Council level. The Keweenaw Peninsula and why that region is important to Jason What Jason looks for in Trail Communities Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Potawatomi Mountain Biking Association: https://potomba.org/ DTE Energy Trail: https://dtetrail.org/ DTE Trail - Pure Michigan: https://youtu.be/LctSL056YfY?si=6-wpG32OltelA4jU Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Story Time with Steve Kasacek \| Outdoor Sport Institute of Maine \| Trail Planning and Design \| 185	31 déc. 2024	01:48:26
For Episode 185 we have Steve Kasacek back for his second appearance on Trail EAffect. Steve is the assistant Director of the Outdoor Sport Institute located in Maine. We covered a ton of various trail projects that Steve has been a part of in Maine, along with the value of building relationships. Topics Include: Updates with the Outdoor Sport Institute The value of building relationships Steve’s first PTBA Conference (Spring 2024) Presentations that Steve was involved with at the Conference Bike Optimized Trails and the value they provide to many user types The Maine Land Conservation Conference When is Conservation not Conservation Seven Ponds Project in Monson, ME Loon Echo Land Trust Island Falls, ME Ragged Mountain, Camden ME Residents of Maine approving $30 million to help fund trails Maine Trails Coalition Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Outdoor Sport Institute: https://www.outdoorsi.org/ More Human Powered Trails in Monson, ME: https://youtu.be/OlLY2_Onxgk?si=Nc700oGGOTt21Uxo Loon Echo Land Trust: https://www.lelt.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Uriah Steber with Benchmark Trails \| Oahe Wheelmen \| 2025 South Dakota Bicycle Summit \| 184	17 déc. 2024	00:58:40
For Episode 184 we have Uriah Steber, the Owner of Benchmark Trails, Founding Member of the Oahe Wheelmen, and a driving force behind the rise of trails and mountain Biking across the State of South Datoka. Topics Include: The creation of the Oahe Wheelmen and MT Biking in Pierre, SD The rise of trails and mountain biking in rural communities The start of Benchmark Trails Unique Projects that Uriah and Benchmark Trails have been a part of Deer Mountain Village Western South Dakota and the Mountains in this region (Black Hills, SD) Remembering the Children Memorial The IMBA Trail Care School held in Spearfish & Rapid City, SD 2025 South Dakota Bicycle Summit Engaging the Lawmakers in South Dakota and Trails Patrick Lucas – Dirt Relations Documentary How the summit is designed to function Setting Santa’s Test Track for Striders and Adults in a Mall… Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Oahe Wheelmen: https://oahewheelmen.wixsite.com/oahewheelmen Benchmark Trails: https://www.benchmark-trails.com/ South Dakota Bicycle Summit 2025: https://www.sdbikesummit.com/ IMBA Trail Care School Spearfish / Rapid City, SD: https://youtu.be/20YY8FIudOU?si=vB0j9GT9jIJ7Yu4J Patrick Lucas: https://patricklucaswriter.ca/ Dirt Relations Documentary: https://iymbp.ca/dirt-relations-documentary/ Berryfast Bicycles: https://berryfastbicycles.com/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	2024 SORBA Year in review and 2025 Updates with Philip Darden \| 183	26 nov. 2024	00:59:00
2024 SORBA Year in review and 2025 Updates with Philip Darden \| 183 For Episode 183 we have Philip Darden back on. Philip is the executive director of the Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association otherwise known as SORBA. During this conversation we recap some of the more notable events that Philip was able to attend in 2024, how the region was impacted by multiple hurricanes, along with some of the changes that SORBA will be implementing for 2025. Topics Include: Membership updates rolling into 2025 for SORBA SORBA Summits Storms that impacted many of the SORBA Chapters in 2024 Outdoor Alliance Grasstops Collective 2024 IMBA Local Leadership Summit that was held in Knoxville, TN AMBC Fall Fest 2024 – Knoxville, TN Giving Tuesday and supporting Trail Organizations Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: SORBA Main: https://sorba.org/ SORBA 2025 Membership Updates: https://sorba.org/membership-updates/ SORBA Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0T2q5g1ZqnS6cfDI54tuT7?si=054fdc5cbcfd41bf Outdoor Alliance Grasstops Collective: https://www.outdooralliance.org/grasstops-collective 2024 IMBA Leadership Summit: https://www.imba.com/2024leadersummit SORBA Donations: https://sorba.org/donations/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Pisgah Area SORBA Hurricane Helene Update with Daniel Sapp \| 182	19 nov. 2024	00:53:15
For Episode 182 we have Daniel Sapp back on, this time Daniel is here to provide some insight around the impacts that Hurricane Helene had on Western North Carolina and the Communities around the Pisgah National Forest. Western North Carolina relies heavily on tourism, please consider supporting these communities and organizations in any way that you see fit as they clean up, reopen and rebuild. Topics Include: The broad impact that Hurricane Helene had on Western North Carolina Being allowed back into the forest for damage assessment and clean up Chainsaws and being certified to work within the National Forest Closed Areas of Pisgah National Forest and why it’s important to respect the closures Volunteer Hours Logged to get trails open in the Ranger District of Pisgah National Forest Unity in the Community of Western North Carolina The Ranger District / Brevard and some other communities are back open and the community needs tourism in the areas that are open! Including Ride Rock Creek and Ride Kanuga – Open for Business! Fundraising for the communities in Western North Carolina Giving Tuesday coming up! Having paid staff at Pisgah Area SORBA and how that has helped the recovery efforts How modern trail building standards and how the newer trails held up during this storm event Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Two Weeks Later: How Pisgah's Communities are Coping in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene: https://www.pinkbike.com/news/two-weeks-later-how-pisgahs-communities-are-coping-in-the-aftermath-of-hurricane-helene.html Pisgah Area SORBA: https://www.pisgahareasorba.org/ G5 Collective: https://www.g5trailcollective.org/ McDowell Technical College Trail Training: https://mcdowelltech.edu/academic-degree-programs/cewd/trail-construction-and-sustainability/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Brice Shirbach \| Mountain Bike Community Storyteller \| Underexposed Series \| 181	29 oct. 2024	01:21:10
For episode 181 We have Brice Shirbach for his third appearance on Trail EAffect. Brice knows trail communities like no other. Brice has been at this for well over a decade now and it shows! We covered how his Underexposed series came to be and, some of the communities that Brice has covered recently through the Underexposed Series. Brice has a very unique perspective on Trails and Trail Communities – This is a good one! Topics Include: The backstory on how Underexposed came to be Pocahontas County, West Virginia – and West Virgina as a whole Marquette County, MI Fernie, BC What legacy means to Brice What Brice has seen change or evolve over the past decade regarding Trails and Trail Communities What Brice looks for in a Trail Community Bonus – POW – Protect Our Winters Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Underexposed Pocahontas County, WV: https://youtu.be/LN1cob0r-mc?si=6pXrHn9TON689YWu Underexposed Marquette County, MI: https://youtu.be/6ebgf8pFAfg?si=TfxYUFANlaqtMaWq Underexposed Fernie, BC: https://youtu.be/7xXeDawpssE?si=Yf1dkoqiKwo0EuYE Protect Our Winters: https://protectourwinters.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Charles Evans – Trail Maintenance Coordinator for the Snowshoe Highlands Area Recreation Collaborative \| IMBA Silver Level Ride Center \| Pocahontas County, WV \| 180	15 oct. 2024	00:59:47
For episode 180 we have Charles Evans. Charles is the Trail Maintenance Coordinator for the Snowshoe Highlands Area Recreational Collaborative. The Snowshoe Highlands Region has nearly 400 miles of trail, is a IMBA Silver Level Ride Center, and is the region that has hosted Several World Cup Mountain Bike Races and Championships. We covered the ever-popular topic of Trail Maintenance, along with the Federal Reserve, and even talked a little bit about listening for aliens. Ultimately Charles provides a ton of insight around why The Snowshoe Highlands Area is an incredible place to ride you mountain bike. Topics Include: How Charles got into the world of Trail Maintenance The region of Pocahontas County, West Virginia Trails and types of trails found in the region The Greenbank Observatory IMBA Silver Level Ride Center, and steps towards becoming a Gold Level Ride Center Monday Lick Trail System The role as the Trail Maintenance Coordinator How the Trail Maintenance is funded in this region Partnering with West Virginia University Generating Interest from the Federal Reserve What the lodging and other amenities for going to ride in this region Future Projects in the region The importance of Trail Maintenance What Charles looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Snowshoe Highlands Ride Center: https://ridesnowshoehighlands.com/ Pocahontas County, WV: https://pocahontascountywv.com/ Pocahontas Trails: https://pocahontastrails.com/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Luke Krolikowski – Bike Park Manager of the Farside Bike Park at Chestnut Mountain Resort \| 179	11 sept. 2024	00:53:30
For episode 179 we have Luke Krolikowski – the Bike Park Manager of the Farside Bike Park at Chestnut Mountain Resort in Galina, IL. The Farside Bike Park is a relatively newer lift access bike park located in a topographically rich part of the upper Midwest known as the Driftless Area. Luke dives into all things Farside during our conversation. If you live in the Upper Midwest and haven’t checked out the Farside Bike Park yet, you should as we are embarking on fall and time will be running out before winter hits again! Topics Include: How Luke got into Mountain Biking The move from MI to Chestnut Mountain Resort Taking over the Bike Park Manager Role The rainy spring and how that impacted opening the park in 2024 Rider Numbers for 2024 The Trail Layout and feedback from riders about the park How the Farside Bike Park fits into the rest Chestnut Mountain Resort Early days of Mountain Biking at Chestnut – Specialized Cactus Cup in the 90’s Future Trail Expansion of the Bike Park What Luke looks for in Mountain Bike Community Loam Pass Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Farside Bike Park: https://www.chestnutmtn.com/farside-bike-park-draft-2/ Chestnut Mountain Resort: https://www.chestnutmtn.com/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	International Trail Rating System (ITRS) for Mountain Biking with Mischa Crumbach and Edoardo Melchiori \| 178	20 août 2024	02:12:40
For Episode 178 We’ve got Mischa and Edoardo the two masterminds behind the International Trail Rating System. Mischa is based in Switzerland, and Edoardo is based in Italy. Both have a strong understanding about the nuance that goes into dissecting and rating a trail. While there is a lot that can go into how or why a trail is rated a certain way, this system is the most comprehensive approach I’ve seen for rating trails yet. Topics Include: How Mischa got into mountain biking How Edoardo got into mountain biking The International Trail Rating System and why The Survey about Trail Rating Four different Categories for Rating Trails Where the ITRS is Rooted – Safety and Decision Making Trail Builders take on Trail Ratings and the ITRS The width of a trail and how trail width factors in to how a trail is rated Becoming a Certified Trail Rater Implementation of ITRS Trailforks Having a 3rd Party rate trails What Mischa looks for in a good trail community What Edoardo looks for in a good trail community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: International Trail Rating System: https://itrs.bike/ Certified Trail Rater Training: https://itrs.bike/announcing-the-next-training-course-and-exam-to-become-a-certified-trail-rater/ Swiss Bike Park: https://www.swissbikepark.ch/ ITRS and IMBA Europe: https://www.imba-europe.org/knowledge-hub/international-trail-rating-system-itrs/ ITRS on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-trail-rating-system/ Trail Therapy: https://en.trailtherapy.ch/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Emily Brown \| Spearfish Trails Coalition \| Spearfish, SD Mountain Biking \| SRAM \| 177	06 août 2024	01:14:20
For Episode 177 we have Emily Brown. Emily is a Co-Founder of the newly created Spearfish Trails Coalition based in Spearfish, SD. If you haven’t been to the Black Hills in South Dakota, this place is truly remarkable. Spearfish has a history of trails and mountain biking that runs parallel with the history of mountain biking itself. Emily discusses the importance of this new coalition and why it is being formed now. Emily is also a Field Guide for SRAM, and SRAM happens to have an office in Spearfish, this means SRAM is also investing in trails and trail advocacy in their backyard. Topics Include: The Emily Brown Backstory Women in Mountain Biking Field Guide for SRAM Women Specific Aspects of Emily’s Role The Spearfish Recreation Path Black Hills Region / Black Hills National Forest Trails in Spearfish The Spearfish Trails Coalition Founding this and why The importance of having a plan Paying Respect to those who built trails before the STC in Spearfish Traveling to other communities as a SRAM Field Guide Joining the IMBA Local Program Working with local government and the Parks Department The goal to diversify trail experiences in Spearfish, SD The riding culture in Spearfish, SD SRAM Investing in their backyard How SRAM has invested in Spearfish Sturdy Dirty Women’s Enduro Emily’s Take on the ideal Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: Spearfish Trails Coalition: https://spearfishtrails.org/ Dakota 5-0: https://www.dakotafiveo.com/ IMBA Local: https://www.imba.com/local-partners Sturdy Dirty: https://www.sturdydirty.com/ SRAM – Our Responsibilities: https://www.sram.com/en/company/campaigns/our-responsibilities Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Mike Gehard – The President of SORBA Chattanooga, TN All things Trails and Mountain Biking in Chattanooga – 176	25 juil. 2024	01:17:30
For Episode 176 we have Mike Gehard, Mike is the current president of SORBA Chattanooga. If you’ve been following along for a while, you’ve heard several guests talk about Walden’s Ridge in Chattanooga, now you’ll get the full story on mountain biking in Chattanooga along with the fact that SORBA Chattanooga is currently looking to hire their first Executive Director. Mike Also provides a bunch of insight he has learned through volunteering and working with organizations. Topics Include: Why Chattanooga, TN How Mike found Chattanooga Why Mike got involved with SORBA Chattanooga 2024 PTBA Conference as a presenter and an attendee Walden’s Ridge Shuttles and not the kind that you find at Bike Parks Building features on public trails and how many feature rich trails should be built on public lands Other Chattanooga Trail Systems IMBA – Trail Accelerator Grants SORBA Chattanooga is hiring and Executive Director and Why The benefits of being a SORBA Member Organization Giving back to your local trail organization What Mike looks for in a Trail Community Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: SORBA Chattanooga: https://www.sorbachattanooga.org/ Walden’s Ridge: https://www.waldensridgepark.com/ SORBA Main: https://sorba.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Glen Jacobs of WorldTrail – Trail Design \| Knowledge Sharing \| Trail Building Innovation from Around the World \| Mountain Biking is just beginning – 175	11 juil. 2024	02:36:45
For Episode 175 we have Glen Jacobs back for Round 2 on Trail EAffect. Glen first appeared on episode 125, if you haven’t listened to the first conversation with Glen, I highly recommend it as, episode 125 will provide some context for this conversation. Glen is easily one of the most prolific visionaries in Trail Building. Glen Co-founded WorldTrail with Dylan Jeffries 20 years ago. They have since gone on to plan, design and build some of best mountain bike destinations on the Planet. The overarching theme to this conversation is Glen’s desire to share the knowledge that he, and his team have learned over many years. This conversation goes quite a bit longer than normal and I need to point out that mid conversation Glen lost power at his place so he pivoted from his computer to his phone to continue the conversation, then back to his computer once the power was restored. Glen is truly a world class human, and we are all very fortunate to have Glen as a professional in our trail community! Topics Include: 2024 PTBA Conference Key Note Speaker and Lifetime Achievement Award Winner 2023 Mountain Bike Hall of Fame Shaun Palmer and Rob Warner Specialized Soil Searching The progression of Mountain Bikes The Quark Knuckle How Many Quark Knuckles have been put on one trail? Many Shapes and Sizes of the Quark Knuckle Blue Derby Tasmania and why it’s so popular and successful Mountain Biking is just beginning Listener Question from Mike Gehard – President of SORBA Chattanooga – When Creating Trail Communities, the Top 3 Things for including everybody into Trails More Quark Knuckle Talk The need to verbalize and share knowledge Losing Power mid conversation… From the 90’s (Mountain Biking) Validating Trail Builders / Standards for Building and Trails The importance of Trail Design and the details that WorldTrail Employs during Trail Design The ARM – Adjustable Rock Matting WorldTrail Tools The size of WorldTrail Sharing Knowledge and Training Staff within WorldTrail Building World Class Trail Destinations Future Trail Conferences Closing Comments Trail EAffect Show Links: WorldTrail: https://world-trail.com/ Specialized Soil Searching with Glen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juxlm5dorLU Blue Derby: https://ridebluederby.com.au/ Glen Jacobs – The Elder Statesman of Trails: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YF9-vwN3sPQ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Daniel Sapp – President of Pisgah Area SORBA / Trail Advocacy 174	19 juin 2024	01:27:54
Daniel Sapp – President of Pisgah Area SORBA / Trail Advocacy 174 For Episode 174 we have Daniel Sapp, Daniel is the current president of Pisgah Area SORBA, co-founder of The Backslope as well as colleague to the infamous Seth Alvo of Berm Peak. Prior to this Daniel was a journalist for Pinkbike, among other publications and Daniel has spent most his adult in various roles in the trail and mountain bike world. Ultimately Daniel provides his take on the importance of Mountain Bike Trail Advocacy. Stay tuned to the end as we close this one out with a Mike Levy story involving a bad decision! Topics Include: How Daniel got into Mountain Biking Daniel and Higher Education Traveling and landing jobs within the mountain bike world Not being afraid to walk your bike… The transition from Pinkbike into Advocacy Starting The Backslope 2023 North Carolina and the Year of the Trail Campaign Rails to Trails Trails and their role in the trail world Pisgah Area SORBA, and where Daniel started getting involved there The growth of Pisgah Area SORBA Hiring Staff Cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service Backcountry Horsemen of Pisgah Rebuilding Trails in Pisgah National Forest A deep dive on infighting within mountain bikers (a discussion that had to happen at some point) The Butter Gap reroute / rebuild The Article – Without Trails we don’t need Mountain Bikes How can we bring more positive awareness around trail advocacy? What are the ingredients that Daniel thinks make a great trail community Getting involved with your local trail organization Bike Parks Closing Comments Bonus Content – Mike Levy… And a whole lot more! Trail EAffect Show Links: The Backslope: https://www.thebackslope.com/ Pisgah Area SORBA: https://www.pisgahareasorba.org/ Year of the Trail / The Great Trails State NC: https://greattrailsnc.com/ Backcountry Horsemen of Pisgah Movie https://youtu.be/3qPsMTQwW1E?si=RDFvxXQnfwt4KQB4 Without Trails We Don’t Need Mountain Bikes: https://bermpeak.substack.com/p/without-trails-we-dont-need-mountain Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Steve Ford - Bike Park Manager of the Luiseño Bike Park in San Diego, California – 173	06 juin 2024	00:56:15
Steve Ford - Bike Park Manager of the Luiseño Bike Park in San Diego, California – 173 For Episode 173 we have Steve Ford – Steve is the Gravity Bike Park Manager at the Luiseño Bike Park located in San Diego County California on the La Jolla Band of Luiseño Indian Tribal Lands. We covered all things Gravity Bike Parks from Steve’s experience and how this Gravity Bike Park has huge potential for Southern California! Topics Include: Steve Ford Back Story How the Bike Park fits into the La Jolla Adventure Park Proximity to the San Diego Metro Area Bike Park Details and how it functions E-Bikes at Luiseño Bike Park The Build and Maintenance Crew Future Expansion Talk Chair Lift in the future? How this bike park fits into the La Jolla Band of Luiseño Indians Events Operation Details (Days / Hours) – Year-Round! Current Shuttle Details And a whole lot more! Trail EAffect Show Links: La Jolla Adventure Park: https://lajollaindiancampground.com/ Luiseño Bike Park: https://lajollaindiancampground.com/bike-park-pass/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Loam Pass Affiliate Link: https://www.loampass.com?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=track&utm_campaign=traileaffect Loam Pass – Free Pass Protection Code: TAPOD Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Jeremy Poore from Old Fort, NC / McDowell Tech Trail School / Mountain Top Shuttles - 172	22 mai 2024	01:28:05
Jeremy Poore from Old Fort, NC / McDowell Tech Trail School / Mountain Top Shuttles #172 For Episode 172 we have Jeremy Poore – who is based in Old Fort, NC which is not too far east of the Infamous Ashville, NC. Old Fort is ramping up to be the next community to embrace the benefits of trails and outdoor recreation. We covered all things Old Fort, Trail Building School through McDowell Tech, Jeremy’s thoughts on the 2024 PTBA Conference, along with his thoughts on the 2024 SORBA Spring Summit. There’s a ton going on in the conversation so kick back and enjoy the show. Topics Include: 2024 PTBA Sustainable Trails Conference 2024 SORBA Spring Summit How Jeremy found trail building Moving to Old Fort, NC Starting Mountain Top Shuttle Service and why Creating the Trail Building Program / Higher Education at McDowell Technical College in Old Fort, NC The best attempt at smart growth for the community of Old Fort The opening of what might be the longest descent on the east coast Wood Fired Pizza Pottery Quark Knuckle’s And a whole lot more! Trail EAffect Show Links: McDowell Tech Trail School www.traileducation.com Mountain Top Shuttles www.mountaintopshuttles.com G5 Trail Collective & Old Fort Trails Project www.g5trailcollective.org Watershed Bike Park, Old Fort www.facebook.com/foothillswatershed/ Old Fort Bike Shop www.oldfortbikeshop.com Hey Old Friend, MTB AirBnB www.instagram.com/heyoldfriend2023 Davis Country Store and Cafe www.facebook.com/thedaviscountrystore/ Seeker Coffee (Shuttle pickup location) www.seekercoffeenc.com SORBA Main www.sorba.org (ah-BYOH-koh) Wood Fired Pizza https://www.abbiocconc.com/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Amanda Carey – President of NICA – National Interscholastic Cycling Association – Talking Trails, Youth Development, Leadership and Non-Profits – 171	07 mai 2024	01:25:15
Amanda Carey – President of NICA – National Interscholastic Cycling Association – Talking Trails, Youth Development, Leadership and Non-Profits – 171 For Episode 171 we have Amanda Carey as our guest. Amanda is the president of NICA, the National Interscholastic Cycling Association. Amanda worked for 5 other Outdoor and Trail Based non-profits leading up to her current role at NICA, including a role as the Executive Director for Mountain Bike the Tetons. We talked all things trails, the role that NICA is playing with youth sports, more broadly mountain biking, and we close with a story that takes this conversation to a place you might not all expect. Topics Include: How Amanda got into mountain biking The numerous Non-Profit organizations that Amanda worked for leading up to NICA Programs within NICA such as the Teen Trail Corps. And GRiT (Girls Riding Together) And a pretty crazy story at the end! Trail EAffect Show Links: NICA: https://nationalmtb.org/ Mountain Bike the Tetons: https://www.mountainbiketetons.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Peter Mills of Elevated Trail Design - 170	23 avr. 2024	01:00:36
Peter Mills of Elevated Trail Design - 170 For Episode 170 we have Peter Mills the owner of Elevated Trail Design as our guest. Elevated Trail Designs is a PTBA Member Company that is based out of the Ashville, NC Region. Peter is a lifelong mountain biker and trail builder that is responsible for some of the newest yet most notable trail projects in the greater Ashville Region and beyond. Trail EAffect Show Links: Elevated Trail Design: https://www.elevatedtraildesign.com/ Elevated Trail Design on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatedtraildesign Chestnut Mountain Nature Park: https://www.chestnutmountainnaturepark.com/ AVL UNPaved: https://www.ashevillenc.gov/projects/avl-unpaved/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Toby Cortez / Bogue Chitto State Park / Mountain Biking in Louisiana 169	16 avr. 2024	01:08:21
Toby Cortez / Bogue Chitto State Park / Mountain Biking in Louisiana 169 For Episode 169 Toby Cortez is our guest – Toby is one of the masterminds behind the mountain bike trails at Bogue Chitto State Park located in Louisiana. Toby drops a ton of knowledge on this episode, through some incredible stories about how Bogue Chitto came to be, cutting through the red tape that comes with making a trail system reality and what’s in store for the future. Trail EAffect Show Links: North Shore Off-Road Bicycle Association: https://www.norbatrails.org/ Bogue Chitto State Park: https://www.lastateparks.com/parks-preserves/bogue-chitto-state-park Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Loam Pass with Rob Brown and Joey Foresta - 168	09 avr. 2024	01:08:45
Loam Pass with Rob Brown and Joey Foresta - 168 For episode 168 we’ve got Rob Brown and Joey Foresta – Co Founders of the Loam Pass. The Loam Pass is your North American Gravity Bike Park Pass, and its brand new for 2024. Rob and Joey Teamed up to create the Loam Pass, and it launched in March with 30 resorts and shuttle services, with additional locations cued up to land on the Loam Pass in the near future. Tune in to learn more about the Joey, Rob, the Loam Pass, along with some bonus racing conversations near the end. Trail EAffect Show Links: Loam Pass: https://www.loampass.com/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Women in Trail Building at the 2024 Professional Trail Builders Association Sustainable Trail Conference 167	02 avr. 2024	01:04:40
Women in Trail Building at the 2024 Professional Trail Builders Association Sustainable Trail Conference 167 At the end of day one during the 2024 Professional Trail Builders Association Sustainable Trails Conference Martha Becton took over as host of the Trail EAffect Podcast. Martha brought Erin Amadon, Rebekah Morrisson, and Addie Clayton onto the show to have an open conversation about Women in Trail Building. A Huge Thank You goes out to these four Women for recording this conversation, and a special Thank You goes out to Martha for being the host! Trail EAffect Show Links: Martha Becton of Becton Trails: https://www.bectontrails.com/ Erin Amadon of Town 4 Trail Services: https://www.town4trailservicesllc.com/ Rebekah Morrisson of Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards (SAWS): https://www.wildernessstewards.org/ Adeline “Addie” Clayton of Tahawus Trails: https://www.tahawustrails.com/ Professional Trail Builders Association: https://www.trailbuilders.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffect.com Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Hansi Johnson on the Rise of Upper Midwest Mountain Biking and more! 166	19 mars 2024	01:37:27
Hansi Johnson on the Rise of Upper Midwest Mountain Biking and more! 166 Hansi had a front row seat, and sometimes took control of the wheel when it comes to the rise of mountain biking in the Upper Midwest. He’s got some incredible stories, which set the stage for what we know as some of the best mountain bike and trail communities around. Topics Include: The Driftless Region How Hansi got hooked up with IMBA Duluth, MN Cuyuna, MN The Iron Range in MN Copper Harbor MI Aaron Rogers The MN Land Trust Hansi’s Famous Failure Closing Comments and Thank You’s Trail EAffect Show Links: MN Land Trust: https://mnland.org/ Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services
	Preston York – Owner / Operator of FlowMotion Trail Builders 165	12 mars 2024	01:13:48
Preston York – Owner / Operator of FlowMotion Trail Builders 165 Preston brings a ton of machine and trail building knowledge to this conversation. Stay tuned all the way to the end, as Preston drops one of the wildest stories heard on Trail EAffect. Topics Include: How Preston got into Mountain Biking Various career tracks that let Preston to Trail Building Preston on Rich Edwards Equipment and the various machines that Preston uses Machine Built, yet Handcut style of trail building Attention to detail The style of trail that Preston likes to build the most Coldwater Mountain The Coldwater Effect Preston on the upcoming 2024 PTBA Conference Riding locations near the 2024 PTBA Conference Preston Famous Failures Bonus Content… Must Listen Story Closing Comments and Thank You’s Trail EAffect Show Links: FlowMotion Trail Builders: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057756485851 FlowMotion on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowmotiontrailbuilders_ Professional Trail Builders Association 2024 Conference: https://www.trailbuilders.org/2024-sustainable-trails-conference Episode Sponsor - Coulee Creative: www.dudejustsendit.com https://www.couleecreative.com/ Trail One Components 20% off Coupon Code: trailpod Trail EAffect Podcast Website: www.traileaffectpodcast.com KETL Mtn Apparel Affiliate Link: https://ketlmtn.com/josh Trail One Components: https://trailone.bike/?ref=XavfBrRJfk4VOh Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com This Podcast has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services

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