Alex Volokhov – Ode to Builders – Video
Can never have too much trailbuilder appreciation.
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From Calvin Huth: For such an individual sport it’s interesting how heavily Mountain Biking relies on it’s community. Without dedicated builders the beautiful trails we enjoy simply wouldn’t exist. Often overlooked, the builders/rogue souls silently create the trails and pathways through the woods, our gateways to nature. Which are typically funded purely by passion! Alex Volokhov is not just a passionate mountain biker; he also loves maintaining and building trails in his home town. Even as I type this Alex is battling the snow, in an attempt to scratch in a few public trails before winter hits. Which means more trails for riders come springtime.
With the third episode of Write your own Chapter “An Ode to Builders,“ Alex makes points out that digging and shaping is an essential part of riding bikes. “Without building, there is no mountain biking.” Since trails are not a renewable resource, we need building! Building can give you a new perspective on the woods and trails around you, offering a new perspective on how you’d like to ride your bike.
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