Why not?
Wales, Post harvest, NRW, exposed, will be a while before it gets used again by anything other than small animals.
Anyone else had success in similar environment?
u/tacopowell — 3 days ago
r/MTBTrailBuilding
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update, trail
Part three, extended this line off to the left just before the steep turn/downhill. also had some balance and control practice today and i think i’m getting the hang of bike control.
came out today after torrential downpour proceeding weeks without rain, so i had to get work in. just an update, ground will be great tomorrow. hopefully i have the energy.
and the first curve on the last pic was made rounder and wider after this flick. also berm in turn 1 in the first 2 flicks is still progress.
u/m4tch_ — 4 days ago
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second opinions?
Sorry to let you guys down. but after close consideration and even a new launch line, i cannot ride this 😢
any tips of how i can make this trail rideable for an armature/beginner? i know it may be hard work but ive already but so much into this.
here are some new angles. I believe maybe now some of you may agree i have messed up in the construction part of this. everything is still rough and messy due to no rain and constant altering. can i get some second opinions?
i know this may be rideable to skilled cyclists but im no black diamond pro unfortunately. i built this to get started with mtb but even if i cant use it id be more than happy to see someone else come bomb this. thanks guys. Douglasville, GA USA btw.
u/m4tch_ — 6 days ago
Need Advice
I’m one of the volunteer trail maintainers for the Cunningham Park MTB trail system in Queens, NYC. I primarily maintain the West Loop Trail, but also help with trail work, feature building, and maintenance throughout the system.
We're dealing with a growing problem and could really use advice from other trail builders.
Our trail system is increasingly being used by riders on illegal motorized vehicles, including:
- Gas-powered dirt bikes (full motocross bikes)
- High-powered electric dirt bikes (Sur-Ron, Talaria, etc.)
- Lower-cost electric dirt bikes that are often sold online
These vehicles are prohibited on our mountain bike trails, and the trailheads are clearly signed. Unfortunately, enforcement has been inconsistent, and despite occasional citywide crackdowns on illegal dirt bikes and e-bikes elsewhere in NYC, our trail system continues to be affected.
The damage to the trails has become significant, and the moto riders have also been creating safety concerns for hikers, mountain bikers, and families using the park (riding backwards at speed; theatening individuals).
We're looking for proven physical solutions that help prevent motorized vehicles from entering while still allowing access for mountain bikes, hikers, and legitimate maintenance equipment.
Have any of you successfully installed:
- Gates
- Bollards
- Chicane entrances
- Barrier systems
- Fencing
- Jersey Barriers / K-rails
- Other access-control designs
that have actually reduced or eliminated this problem?
If you have photos, design plans, dimensions, or examples from your trail system, I'd really appreciate seeing them. We're hoping to find a solution that is effective, durable, and still maintains good access for legitimate trail users.
Thanks in advance for any ideas or lessons learned.
u/Pencilpaperwisdom — 5 days ago
My first two jumps for a trail im making
These jumps are for the start of my trail. I decided to turn my old atv trail my family built into a mtb trail for me and my friends if they come over. My fad said he'll help cause he used to hit jumps like these on a bmx bike. Its going to take awhile since I have to cut weeds, rake and till the dirt but once it's done I'll ride it till i die. I'll keep yall posted, I know those are small but there the start of something way bigger.
u/linkus8061 — 7 days ago
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Some if my creations over the past years
hi guys,
here are some of my builds from the past few years. trailbuilding is a huge passion of mine, cool that there is a community here that enjoys this as well.
cheers, see you out there on the trails!
u/NeedleworkerPrior659 — 10 days ago
How Should I Make My Backyard Trail?
I’m not really talking about flagging or clearing things, but more so, how do you make the surface you actually ride on? i was trying to brush away all the lose dirt and get to the really compacted stuff underneath, but it’s really bumpy and I’ve never ridden a trail built like that. I was also trying to spray the really loose topsoil but that just made the top wet and it didn’t compact. FYI, it’s not a benchcut, it’s more flat. Thanks for any help
u/This_Record5937 — 6 days ago
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New wooden backyard feature
Here is my son taking the first run on part of a new wooden feature we built last week on our backyard trails!
u/LoveHawkStudio — 10 days ago
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is this rideable
Never rode a single mtb trail, just purchased my first mtb but I don’t have any trails around so i’m building my own to start.
But i think i may have bit off more than i can chew. is this trail even “rideable” or do you suppose it’s a skill issue?
however I am extremely determined to finish it and bomb it on my ozark trail vibe hardtail 27.5 Yes
u/m4tch_ — 12 days ago
MTB trails in area of wassneaar
16 y/o MTB rider from Wassenaar. Looking for flow trails, berms, rollers, dirt jumps, or small freeride features in the Wassenaar/Leiden/Den Haag area. Not looking for official XC routes. Any suggestions?
u/Many_Falcon_8378 — 12 days ago