Podcasts about sustainable trails coalition

The finale of our three part series on Bikes in US Wilderness Areas we hear from the Sustainable Trails Coalition (STC) President himself, Ted Stroll. Ted explains how the organization got started and dispels some of the myths of what the STC is trying to do. Ted also provides us with some additional back-story on … Continue reading "Ep 27 – Bikes in Wilderness Part 3: Interview with Ted Stroll of the Sustainable Trails Coalition"

Just as we thought the rain was past tense, it comes roaring back for another good soaking. We discuss conditions at last weekend's Super Sweetwater Grasshopper, which is to say wet the way the sun is bright. On the advocacy front, Tom McClintock a Republican from here in Northern California...

June 29, 2016 Trail Cast Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Who manages Wilderness areas, and why? Since we, the local advocates, will have to establish relationships with these agencies if the Sustainable Trails Coalition is successful in their bid to change the Wilderness Act, we’ll need to understand who manages the land. A change in the Act could allow local managers to determine whether or not to allow bike access, so it’s more important than ever to be aware of who does what. This episode is a short primer on who and what these agencies are and what they do. Plus, Drew adds in a rant about who should and shouldn’t make changes to trails. If you or someone you know is in charge of trail projects or organizing work days for your group, Drew wants you to email him. Share your projects and when your work days are, and he’ll share that information in future episodes. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.  ------------------ RELATED SHOW LINKS Wilderness Area Map Shop via our Amazon Affiliate Link Trail Cast on Facebook @cotharyus on Twitter @cotharyus on Instagram Read More about the host, Drew Email Drew Support Mountain Bike Radio

May 1, 2016 Trail Cast Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Episode 17 of Trail Cast is a huge episode! Sustainable Trails Coalition Board Member, David Simon, joins Drew to discuss several topics, including the goal of the STC and what the STC stands for. You’ll hear why the STC is important to mountain bikers, and what they want the mountain biking community to do about it. This is a conversation that will certainly clue you into some of the real discussion going on behind the Sustainable Trails Coalition. If you’ve just been stuck reading social media and open letters against organizations, you’re going to want to listen in. Drew and David also discuss several trail access issues, concerns, current status, as well as a variety of other topics, including ebikes, Marin County, and the National Environmental Policy Act. If you or someone you know is in charge of trail projects or organizing work days for your group, Drew wants you to email him. Share your projects and when your work days are, and he'll share that information in future episodes. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com. --------------- RELATED SHOW LINKS Sustainable Trails Coalition Website Sustainable Trails Coalition Facebook Contact STC: info@sustainabletrailscoalition.org National Environmental Policy Act Review Process Camp Tamorancho Flow Trail Facebook PageAccess for Bikes Trail Map Singletracks.com opinion story about STC Shop via our Amazon Affiliate Link Trail Cast on Facebook @cotharyus on Twitter @cotharyus on Instagram Read More about the host, Drew Email Drew Support Mountain Bike Radio

April 12, 2016 Trail Cast Show Page ABOUT THE EPISODE Drew is joined by guest, Todd McMahon. Todd contacted our team at Mountain Bike Radio to get on and share his thoughts on mountain bikes in Wilderness Areas. Todd owns mountain bikes himself and mountain bikes from time to time.  He is better known as a hiker, recently completing the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. He believes that the Pacific Crest Trail should be kept for it's original users, hikers and horseback riders and has created two pages to share information about the trail.  This episode will give you some thoughts from someone who isn't neck-deep in the cycling world and will offer perspective of how others view mountain bikers. Mountain Bike Radio officially endorses both IMBA and the Sustainable Trails Coalition. We feel that IMBA has played an integral role in all of our current access and local and regional relationships and will continue to foster those important relationships, while the Sustainable Trails Coalition can pick up in efforts that IMBA isn't. Together, the groups provide some great advocacy for all of us.  If you or someone you know is in charge of trail projects or organizing work days for your group, Drew wants you to email him. Share your projects and when your work days are, and he'll share that information in future episodes. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com. --------------- RELATED SHOW LINKS SHOP AMAZON BUY CLICKING HERE (IT'S FREE TO YOU AND GIVES BACK A % TO US) Preserving the PCT Website Preserving the PCT Facebook Page Letter from the Wilderness Society against Biking in Wilderness Areas "IMBA and the Sustainable Trails Coalition in the News" Sustainable Trails Coalition "Former IMBA Chair Releases Scathing Letter Denouncing IMBA in Favor of the STC" "Open Letter to IMBA about Wilderness, the Sustainable Trails Coalition and E-MTBS" Trail Cast on Facebook @cotharyus on Twitter @cotharyus on Instagram Read More about the host, Drew Email Drew Support Mountain Bike Radio

A group called the Sustainable Trails Coalition wants to allow mountain bikes into designated Wilderness areas - where mechanized travel has always been off limits. Should mountain bikes be allowed in wilderness areas. We hear from conservationist Erik Fernandez of Oregon Wild and mountain biker Woody Starr. Both sides explored.

March 10, 2016 Trail Cast Show Page ABOUT THIS EPISODE Drew is joined by guest, Ashley Korenblat. Ashley wrote a guest editorial on Mtbr.com titled “Say no to the Sustainable Trails Coalition” in December. Ashley is a former IMBA board president and CEO of Western Spirit Cycling Adventures in Moab, Utah. Wilderness access for mountain bikes and the stance of IMBA and the Sustainable Trails Coalition are divisive issues among mountain bikers, and are drawing a lot of attention from riders, local IMBA Chapters, and everyone involved with Wilderness Area access. If you or someone you know is in charge of trail projects or organizing work days for your group, Drew wants you to email him. Share your projects and when your work days are, and he’ll share that information in future episodes. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.  ------------ RELATED SHOW LINKS Ashley’s “Guest Opinion: Say no to the Sustainable Trails Coalition” Western Spirit Cycling “IMBA and the Sustainable Trails Coalition in the News” Sustainable Trails Coalition “Former IMBA Chair Releases Scathing Letter Denouncing IMBA in Favor of the STC” San Diego Mountain Biking Association “Open Letter to IMBA about Wilderness, the Sustainable Trails Coalition and E-MTBS” Trail Cast on Facebook @cotharyus on Twitter @cotharyus on Instagram Read More about the host, Drew Email Drew Support Mountain Bike Radio   About Ashley from the Western Spirit Cycling Website: “Ashley Korenblat bought Western Spirit in 1997 and since then has spent many days riding unknown trails creating the plethora of trips that Western Spirit now offers. Ashley is a graduate of Dartmouth and Tuck Business School, a former bike racer, former wall street captive and possessor of entrepreneurial spirit. She was president of Merlin during the titanium mountain bike heyday and served as the IMBA President working to sustain trail availability to everyone. Combine all that with the desire for a Moab lifestyle and an alternative view of a fulfilling career path, and you have the perfect recipe for the owner of a cycling tour company.”

Morality takes center stage on The Paceline. We talk about the honor system when signing up for an event and those who take advantage. This started with an innocent post by a Paceline host, but turned into a bit of a firestorm. Competitive cyclists are some of the toughest people...

December 22, 2015  Trail Cast Show Page ABOUT THIS EPISODE: It's been a year for Drew behind the mic at Trail Cast! He takes this time and his experience trailbuilding and working with local organizations and shares his thoughts on getting involved with both IMBA and the Sustainable Trails Coalition. Listen in to hear Drew's thoughts and his thoughts about you and all your mountain biking friends involved in necessary steps to ensure future mountain biking opportunities.  What do you think about what Drew has to say? Are you already involved in IMBA or the Sustainable Trails Coalition? Let us know your thoughts. If you or someone you know is in charge of trail projects or organizing work days for your group, Drew wants you to email him. Share your projects and when your work days are, and he'll share that information in future episodes. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for the next episode, contact us at info@mountainbikeradio.com.  -------- RELATED SHOW LINKS: IMBA Sustainable Trails Coalition Trail Cast on Facebook @cotharyus on Twitter @cotharyus on Instagram Read More about the host, Drew Email Drew Support Mountain Bike Radio

Listen to part two of Greg’s interview with Sustainable Trails Coalition (STC) founders Ted Stroll and Jackson Ratcliffe as they discuss why certain trail groups oppose bikes in wilderness and what will happen if the STC’s legislation fails. Plus, we hear where Ted and Jackson would ride their bikes if the wilderness ban was lifted. “The number of people screaming against mountain biking [in wilderness areas] under the age of 50 is zero.” -Jackson Ratcliffe. If you missed it, click here to listen to Part 1 of this podcast. Update 07/14/16: The Sustainable Trails Coalition’s Bill Has Been Introduced in Congress --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support

Greg talks with Ted Stroll and Jackson Ratcliffe of the Sustainable Trails Coalition (STC) about their plan to lobby for mountain bike access in US Wilderness areas. In part one of this two-part podcast, Ted and Jackson talk about what the STC is trying to accomplish and why now is a good time for mountain bikers to act. “Ultimately one of my goals is to get rid of the stigma that mountain biking is somehow less environmental, less natural, less good than riding a horse or hiking.” -Jackson Ratcliffe, STC Board Member Click here to listen to Part 2 of this podcast. Update 07/14/16: The Sustainable Trails Coalition’s Bill Has Been Introduced in Congress --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/singletracks/support