Now in its 12th year, the Spring Bike Demo at Island Lake is a great chance to talk face to face with people who live the life: building, riding, and maintaining the bikes you want to own. Then, take a few out for a test spin on the road and trails at Island Lake, finding the bike that pulls at your heartstrings.
See mcmba.org/demo for more information!
The Michigan Department of Transportation is conducting a research project that will attempt to quantify the economic and community benefits of bicycling in Michigan. Part of this project is a detailed online survey on your cycling and spending habits and contributions to the Michigan economy. http://surveymonkey.com/s/MDOTsurvey So many of us spend thousands each year biking,…
This Saturday, a race event to benefit Beacons of Hope is being held on our trails at Island Lake Recreation Area. It’s a good cause – go register! http://ridgerocker.com/ (If you’re not up to the race, please consider volunteering. Course marking, road crossings, registration – think they’ll need help everywhere. It would be great to…
One of the common refrains from our recent membership survey was the need for more chapter promotion at our trails. We agree. MCMBA board member John Cox made arrangements for the printing of a stack of these cool weatherproof signs. Look for them to start popping up at a trail near you!
