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Michael's avatar

Could not agree more James. While I am blessed to have been able to MTB since its inception. I do not look back with rose colored glasses. I still own the first really good MTB’s I was able to afford, but I don’t ride them. My most recent bike is head and shoulders above those bikes. And as far as the beer is concerned, I would have to have to say the same. I enjoyed them, but don’t drink them anymore. With that said, I have the fondest memories of those good old days and always will

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James Murren's avatar

Good point on the "rose colored glasses," Michael!

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tmac's avatar

Good to be reminded of how good we have it. I rember the bad old days here when are choices were few, our brakes were rim, but our grins were just as big!

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James Murren's avatar

Agreed. The grins are still big!

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TS San José's avatar

You are right. Things are better than ever in terms of access and technology. We have a few important remaining obstacles, mainly the bicycle bans in Wilderness, some National Scenic Trails, and most national parks. Sustainable Trails Coalition is leading the initiative to overcome these outdated bans.

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James Murren's avatar

No doubt, there is always more work to do. Never ends.

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