Urban Mountain Biking in Richmond!

The ultimate test of my back is what Jeff called today's planed ride. I wasn't too sure how keen I was about that ride description until I saw what was really out there.

Living up to the legend, Richmond has some killer mountain biking. The best urban trail system I have ever seen in fact was today on my ride with groomsmen Jeff Herrick and Todd XXX Helmick. During our exploration we had the good fortune of running into local fast-racer-guys Tony and Jimmy. Our posse ripped thru the serpentine single tracks and warp speed. I was surprised how fast and well maintained the trails where. I was told that M.O.R.E. was the group responsible for the awesome benchwork bridges and log craftsmanship that made the trail unique. One spot had us climbing an ancient looking cobbled walk way that was benched into the side of a forested hillside! I wish I had my camera. This was one of many leg breaking steep pitches that made my legs quiver after a couple hours of hammering. The scenery was always changing like an urban mountain bike video game with interesting junctions turns, walkways and elevated bridges.

I am glad I gave the ride a chance and now I know its there I am sure I will meet up again for some Urban adventure.

Hoo Yah

JB

posted by Jeremiah Bishop  # 9:41 PM

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