Mountain Bike Oregon

Photo courtesy MBO

Mountain Bike Oregon (MBO), the biggest, baddest trail event in the state, recently finished its two Summer 2011 celebrations of bikes, brews, trees and trails in Oakridge.

This year’s MBO events drew riders from 20 states plus Ireland and Russia. More than 500 people took part in each of the two iterations – roughly 350 riders, 100 guides and 50 industry reps gathered for each event. Dozens of rides on dozens of trails were offered each day, with free shuttles to trailheads, plus three meals a day and free beer every evening.

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Oregon congressman Peter DeFazio, along with reps from Oregon breweries and vineyards and GOATS (Greater Oakridge Area Trail Stewards) joined MBO for a separate ride in August to discuss the future of the Oakridge area as a mecca for fat-tire enthusiasts. And the events themselves raised approximately $10,000 for GOATS.

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This event gets better every year – and sells out faster – so start marking your calendar for 2012. www.mtbikeoregon.com.