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
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!
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 Sustainable Trails Coalition is leading the initiative to overcome these outdated bans.
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
Good point on the "rose colored glasses," Michael!
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!
Agreed. The grins are still big!
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 Sustainable Trails Coalition is leading the initiative to overcome these outdated bans.
No doubt, there is always more work to do. Never ends.