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Trail EAffect - "Episode 11 - David Wright – Bentonville Parks & Recreation Director" (December 7, 2020 | #1334 | Host: Josh Blum) 0

Dec 8, 2020

December 7, 2020

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Josh sits down with David Wright who is the Director of Parks and Recreation in Bentonville, Arkansas. This is a particularly important and informative interview as Bentonville has an amazing parks system which also includes extensive hard surface and natural surface trails. Warning – Positive Community Development and Public Open Spaces ahead. Everything from Trails to Cricket is discussed. This interview is hands down the most impactful positive interview on Driftless Dirt to date and we hope you enjoy listening.

Topics covered in this episode:

The early story of David Wright and how he grew up working with his parents to create a grass roots type of parks system in his home town. We also discuss David’s path to Parks and Recreation in Bentonville.
The early days of David as Parks Director in Bentonville, and how there were no organized forms of recreation offered in Bentonville before David arrived – Now there are 140 recreational programs.
The importance of all parks and recreation facilities. This topic includes the process leading up to building a great community center, and the latest All-Inclusive Park that opened in October of 2019.
The introduction of Hard Surface and Natural Surface trails to the community and how that has led to massive growth
The importance of neighborhood connectivity via trails – which has showcased a true sense of community.
The Razorback Greenway – a 40-mile greenway that connects the south end of Fayetteville to Bella Vista Arkansas
How trails have increased property values and the quality of life.
The Return on investment for trails in relation to other park amenities.
The Future of Parks in Bentonville – which includes a massive system of Beaver Dams that will be preserved for the ecological and filtration benefits that the beaver dams provide.

RELATED SHOW NOTES

Bentonville Parks and Recreation: https://www.bentonvillear.com/350/Parks-Recreation
Bentonville Inclusive Playground: https://www.nwaonline.com/news/2019/oct/20/bentonville-breaks-barriers-with-inclus/
Razorback Greenway: http://www.nwatrails.org/trail/razorback-regional-greenway/
Walton Foundation / People For Bike Study: https://www.waltonfamilyfoundation.org/learning/flash-cards/trails-and-cycling-in-northwest-arkansas
OZ Trails: https://oztrailsnwa.com/

Support for Trail EAffect Comes from Smith’s Bike Shop in La Crosse, WI: https://smithsbikes.com/

This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:

Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com

If you have any questions about Mountain Bike Radio in general, please contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com

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ABOUT TRAIL EAFFECT

Trails build community and Communities build trails. What came first you may ask… Host Josh Blum digs into the stories of how trails effect and affect the people and places we call home and those we might like to call home.

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ABOUT THE HOST

Josh Blum is a father, husband, and doer of stuff - paired with Advocate, Builder of Trails and Community. Originally from La Crosse WI, Josh has been enjoying the outdoors, trails, and mountain bikes since a young age. Always curious and learning about better ways to improve trail users’ experiences. Josh is employed by WisDOT, and is the owner / operator of Evolution Trail Services.

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Riding Gravel Radio Ranch - "Episode 67 - Getting a Little Political" (December 7, 2020 | #1333 | Hosts: Guitar Ted & Andy) 0

Dec 7, 2020

December 7, 2020
Riding Gravel Radio Ranch Show Page

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THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY JENSONUSA

After a couple weeks off, the guys are back on a regular schedule and doing the usual discussions. They chat about some of the latest reviews and news, including the WTB SG2 tires, continued clothing discussion, and a political discussion about John Ingham’s recent post titled “Grit, Courage, and Openness Versus Climate Change: Can Riding Gravel Help Save Us?”

Plus, Guitar Ted is pondering the future of gravel and what that means.

Any questions or comments for the next episode? Email Guitar Ted at guitarted@ridinggravel.com or Ben at ben@ridinggravel.com.

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THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY JENSONUSA

WTB SG2 – https://www.ridinggravel.com/components/wtb-sg2-gravel-tires-at-the-finish/
WTB Byways – https://www.ridinggravel.com/?s=byway
John Ingham’s post – https://www.ridinggravel.com/editorial/grit-courage-and-openness-versus-climate-change-can-riding-gravel-help-save-us/
Other news & reviews – https://www.ridinggravel.com/gravel-news/
Riding Gravel YouTube Page - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_0ocseQirfhQ1pzunFDyg
Riding Gravel Event Calendar: http://ridinggravel.com/events/
Riding Gravel Forum – http://ridinggravel.com/forum/
Get 10% off from Andy’s Bike Shop – Use code RidingGravel

SUBSCRIBE: APPLE | GOOGLE

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Riding Gravel - "Quickie" (December 5, 2020 | #1332 | Hosts: Guitar Ted & Andy) 0

Dec 6, 2020

December 5, 2020
Riding Gravel Radio Ranch Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY JENSONUSA

The guys roll through a quick episode with a recap of some reviews on the site and a dose of Guitar Ted's Gravel History. They hit on the Atomik/Berd wheels, Spinergy wheels, Rocketman tires, and some clothing updates.

Any questions or comments for the next episode? Email Guitar Ted at guitarted@ridinggravel.com or Ben at ben@ridinggravel.com.

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THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY JENSONUSA

Atomik/Berd Ultimate Gravel Wheel set review - https://www.ridinggravel.com/components/atomik-berd-ultimate-gravel-wheels-at-the-finish/
Vee Rocketman tires - https://veetireco.com/product/mountain-bike-rocketman/
Spinergy GXX wheels - https://www.ridinggravel.com/components/spinergy-gxx-wheels-getting-rolling/
Spinergy GX wheels - https://www.ridinggravel.com/components/spinergy-gx-wheels-at-the-finish/
Bontrager - https://www.ridinggravel.com/accessories/bontrager-sampler-getting-rolling/
Heath Creek Cycles - https://www.instagram.com/heathcreekcycles/
Other news & reviews – https://www.ridinggravel.com/gravel-news/
Riding Gravel YouTube Page - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa_0ocseQirfhQ1pzunFDyg
Riding Gravel Event Calendar: http://ridinggravel.com/events/
Riding Gravel Forum – http://ridinggravel.com/forum/
Get 10% off from Andy’s Bike Shop – Use code RidingGravel

SUBSCRIBE: APPLE | GOOGLE

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Front Lines MTB - "Episode 81 - Checking in with the Kickapoo Mountain Bike Club" (December 4, 2020 | #1331 | Host: Brent Hillier) 0

Dec 5, 2020

December 4, 2020

Front Lines MTB Show Page

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

We check in with the Kickapoo Mountain Bike Club located near Champaign and Danville, Illinois. We hear from Vice-President: Troy Savalick and Executive Director: Anthony Maro. We discuss the recent trail expansion at the Kickapoo State Recreation Area, and how COVID-19 effected the roll-out. We also discuss personal life as we live and advocate during a Global Pandemic.

About Brent:

Brent is a Trail Builder with the North Shore Mountain Bike Association and focuses on the Upper and Lower Griffen Trails on Mount Fromme. Through his work with Trailforks he’s come to discover the world of advocacy beyond just his home in North Vancouver, and serving as the inspiration to create Front Lines MTB.

Do you have a person or company you want to hear on Mountain Bike Radio? If so, let us know at info@mountainbikeradio.com.

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From the offices of Ben and Ben this is Episode 8 of Bens’ Week in Review. This week….FKTs, Get to da droppa, Get In Your House, and ExDir Stuff.

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ABOUT TRAIL EAFFECT

Trails build community and Communities build trails. What came first you may ask… Host Josh Blum digs into the stories of how trails effect and affect the people and places we call home and those we might like to call home.

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ABOUT THE HOST

Josh Blum is a father, husband, and doer of stuff - paired with Advocate, Builder of Trails and Community. Originally from La Crosse WI, Josh has been enjoying the outdoors, trails, and mountain bikes since a young age. Always curious and learning about better ways to improve trail users’ experiences. Josh is employed by WisDOT, and is the owner / operator of Evolution Trail Services.

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The Path Podcast - "Episode 123 - Guest Host Jason Fenton" (October 20, 2020 | #1316 | Hosts: Nathan and Tani) 0

Oct 20, 2020

October 20, 2020

The Path Podcast Show Page

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

Nathan and Tani are Auk-less but are joined by a guest. Tani’s buddy, Jason Fenton, owner of Halter’s Cycles in Skillman, New Jersey. They chat about a wide range of topics – news, bike shops, brands, bikes, engineering, drivetrains, bike manufacturing history, and plenty more down the rabbit hole. This is a great episode to get right into the belly of the bike world beast! Sit back and enjoy!

Thanks for all of your support and time listening to the show. We appreciate it very much.

The Path guys welcome all of your questions and encourage you to send them an email with the subject “Podcast Question” to podcast@thepathbikeshop.com.

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ABOUT THE PATH PODCAST

The Path Podcast is an entertaining and informative podcast with Nathan, Auk, Tani, and other regular guests covering many aspects of mountain biking, including technical information, listener questions, event details, and just talking bikes in general. Listen in as they take you into their passionate mountain biking minds.

To support The Path directly, you can do the following:
– You can follow the hashtag #ThePathPodcast on Instagram & Twitter
– If you’re in California, head over to the Tustin and/or Live Oak stores and say hi.
– Go to their website at thepathbikeshop.com.
– Follow The Path on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, Vimeo

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Nathan's Special - "Luke Wronski of RIGd Supply" (October 19, 2020 | #1315 | Host: Nathan Heronen) 0

Oct 19, 2020

October 19, 2020

Nathan's Special Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Nathan from The Path Podcast brings you a special interview outside of the normal episodes. In this episode, he chats with Luke Wronski, Founder and Owner of RIGd Supply out of California. The guys dig in to Luke’s mountain biking and BMX history. They chat about BMX, areas to ride and get air, and plenty more.

Be sure to contact Luke and/or RIGd at support@rigdsupply.com and let them know you heard about them on Mountain Bike Radio!

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Thanks to Buddy Insurance for the support of this episode – https://bit.ly/bens-week-in-review

From the offices of Ben and Ben this is Episode 7 of Bens’ Week in Review. This week….Down Country New School All Mountain XC Trail Super Duper Bikes, Land Access help, new audio, and Ebikes on Fed Land?

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RELATED SHOW LINKS

Thanks to Buddy Insurance for the support of this episode – https://bit.ly/bens-week-in-review

Eurobike 2020 cancelled - https://www.pinkbike.com/news/eurobike-cancelled-due-to-covid-19.html
New School All Mountain XC Trail Desk. Specialized 130mm rear, 140mm front carbon 29er - https://bikerumor.com/2020/10/13/2021-specialized-stumpjumper-reshaped-as-short-travel-aggressive-trail-bike/
Newest JRA episode - http://theoutdoorroute.com/just-riding-along/2020/10/just-riding-along-episode-21/
Bimotal motor - https://bimotal.com/elevate
Trail EAffect - http://theoutdoorroute.com/mountain-bike-radio/2020/10/trail-eaffect-episode-6/
Ebikes on Federal land - https://www.singletracks.com/trail-advocacy/one-year-later-dept-of-interior-further-defines-rules-around-e-bike-use-on-federal-lands/

EMAIL US AT ASKBEN@MOUNTAINBIKERADIO.COM

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Trail EAffect - "Mike Brunet of NTN Trails & Steve Farr of Blackrocks Brewery" (October 14, 2020 | #1313 | Host: Josh Blum) 0

Oct 15, 2020

October 14, 2020

Trail EAffect Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Welcome to “Episode 6” of the new show, Trail Eaffect. Josh is continuing dive into the world of Marquette, Michigan. The guests for this episode are Mike Brunet of NTN Trails & Steve Farr of Blackrocks Brewery. You should probably grab a Blackrocks beer and listen in!

Topics Covered in this show:

The Mike Brunet Back Story
The Early Years of Mountain Biking in Marquette, MI
Marquette Mountain Bike Park Back Story and information
South Trails and how they became reality- NTN Trails and City of Marquette Partnership
Some of the struggles of building an excellent trails community
The Success that Marquette has had
Winter Snow Bike Riding / Grooming in Marquette
NTN Supporters
The Steve Farr Back Story
The Blackrocks Back Story
Why Blackrocks support the Noquemanon Trail Network
Why Blackrocks Support the Superior Watershed Partnership
51k IPA Beer Supports local Trails

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RELATED SHOW NOTES

Noquemanon Trail Network: https://noquetrails.org/
Bike Mag A Mountain Bikers Guide to Marquette: https://www.bikemag.com/routes/mountain-bikers-guide-marquette/
Marquette Mountain Ski Area / Bike Park: https://marquettemountain.com/
Whack Jobs Snow Bike Grooming Video by Aaron Peterson Studios: https://vimeo.com/250619117
Blackrocks Brewery: https://www.blackrocksbrewery.com/
Superior Watershed Partnership: https://superiorwatersheds.org/

This show has been edited and produced by Evolution Trail Services, for more information go to:

Evolution Trail Services: www.evotrails.com
Contact Josh at evolutiontrails@gmail.com

If you have any questions about Mountain Bike Radio in general, please contact Ben at Ben@Mountainbikeradio.com

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ABOUT TRAIL EAFFECT

Trails build community and Communities build trails. What came first you may ask… Host Josh Blum digs into the stories of how trails effect and affect the people and places we call home and those we might like to call home.

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ABOUT THE HOST

Josh Blum is a father, husband, and doer of stuff - paired with Advocate, Builder of Trails and Community. Originally from La Crosse WI, Josh has been enjoying the outdoors, trails, and mountain bikes since a young age. Always curious and learning about better ways to improve trail users’ experiences. Josh is employed by WisDOT, and is the owner / operator of Evolution Trail Services.

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Just Riding Along - "Breaking Chairs" (October 11, 2020 | #1312 | Hosts: Andrea, Kenny, & Matt) 0

Oct 12, 2020

October 11, 2020

Just Riding Along Show Page

ABOUT THE EPISODE

Matt has a crash before this episode even starts, right in his kitchen. Kenny is back on the bike, and Andrea has ordered a new carbon single speed.

ABOUT THE PATH PODCAST

The Path Podcast is an entertaining and informative podcast with Nathan, Auk, Tani, and other regular guests covering many aspects of mountain biking, including technical information, listener questions, event details, and just talking bikes in general. Listen in as they take you into their passionate mountain biking minds.

To support The Path directly, you can do the following:
– You can follow the hashtag #ThePathPodcast on Instagram & Twitter
– If you’re in California, head over to the Tustin and/or Live Oak stores and say hi.
– Go to their website at thepathbikeshop.com.
– Follow The Path on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, Vimeo

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