Singletracks Mountain Bike News

Penny Deck is the Operations Manager for the Fraser Valley Mountain Bikers Association in British Columbia. She’s worked as a volunteer trail builder with the North Shore Mountain Bike Association for over 8 years and led the NSMBA Trail Academy. In this episode, we ask Penny: Most mountain bikers have probably heard of the North Shore but may not be familiar with the area. Where is the North Shore? What makes the NS so unique and special for mountain biking? Is the NS a big draw for mountain bike tourists outside of Vancouver and surrounding areas, or are the majority of the riders locals? How are the trails organized in the North Shore? Are there a few key riding areas? Are there many family-friendly trails in the North Shore? Which rides are the most challenging? What are some lesser-known trails where riders can get farther away from town? Who builds and maintains the trails in the area? Are there tour operators or clubs visitors can connect with if they want to ride with locals? Where