Save Money - Register for the Tour Now!

As of today the cost to register for the Tour of the White Mountains is a meager $65 (or less for kids!). But if you register September 7th or after, it's going to cost an extra $10. So don't procrastinate…sign up today and save yourself a few clams.

Click here to register!

Trail Review - Timber Mesa Trail

New to the 2008 Tour route, the Timber Mesa trail is the culmination for all participants as each of the 15, 30, and 60-mile routes all finish by traversing one of the best pieces of singletrack in the White Mountains trail system. The Timber Mesa trail is a moderately difficult trail, six miles long with a few steep grunts and a few rewarding descents.

Everyone who rides in the 2008 Tour will roll over its undulating volcanic-rock surface, which traces a path along the inner edge of Timber Mesa. From this vantage point, views of the meadows below (and the start/finish) will help spur riders to the end of the ride. Ponderosa pine and manzanita scrub line the trail at the top of the mesa while it opens up when descending into the meadows. A strong finishing kick here will bring you back to start/finish area, where we'll have a cold one ready for you.

Check out the following link for an overview of the entire White Mountains trail system (provided by T.R.A.C.K.S), plus find directions to individual trailheads for pre-riding purposes.

Epic Survey - On The 'Note' of Music

Music almost always makes the day more enjoyable, be it while riding or just plain old L-I-V-I-N. What music moves you most? Take two seconds to answer our latest survey question here!

Trail Tips with Trail Build & Design Guru Mark Flint

Fix a Knick
A knick is a shallow depression, designed to carry water off the trail instead of running down it. If you happen to stop near one that has filled with loose dirt, use your feet to scrape it clean so it can do its job. If you have shoes on, take them off so you can really make use of your toes.

Summer Sessions - Events Around the Country

The Camp Eagle Mountain Bike Festival     Kerrville, TX     August 29th - 31st

• 2008 American Mountain Bike Challenge Race
• 2008 Texas Fall Cup Mountain Bike Series
• 75% Pro/ Cat 1 payout

Also happening: Texas State Championship Super D, Family Adventure Race, Adult/Junior Team Time Trial, Collegiate Omnium event, The BikeTexas Kids Kup, $100 Costume Crit, I'm not a Racer XC Race, Observed Trials, Rock Climbing Competition, Unicycle Race and a Friday Fun Ride.

All camp activities open for the weekend, visit www.campeagle.org Info: 830-896-6864, hillbike@ktc.com or http://www.campeagleevents.com and www.tmbra.org

Skull Valley Loop Challenge     Prescott, AZ     September 21st
Take the Challenge!! Escape the hot, dusty desert. Come ride in the cool pines of Prescott. The Skull Valley Loop Challenge begins in historic downtown Prescott-a mile high! Riders set-off from Goodwin Street at the south end of Courthouse Square and are escorted to the edge of town. There the climb begins up Iron Springs Road through forested hills before coasting into Skull Valley and on to Kirkland. The 75 and 90-mile rides follow State Route 89 from Kirkland Junction over rolling hills to beautiful Peeples Valley where the quarter horses and cattle play.
For more information go to:
www.prescottcycling.org

Winner of the "Register and WIN!" - Mike Tisdale

Congratulations to Mike Tisdale of Phoenix, Arizona! He registered and won a pair of Kenda Tomac Nevegal tires!

Next up…for anyone who registers for the Show Low Bluff Tour of the White Mountains presented by Cellular One before Sunday, August 31st is... your chance at a WTB Silverado saddle valued at $80!

Click here to register for the Show Low Bluff Tour of the White Mountains, save $10 on processing fees and become eligible to win a WTB Silverado Saddle…what more could you ask for!

Enjoy the ride,

The crew at Epic Rides

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