(2008-10-02) BEN GEREN - TRAIL UPDATE

We need some help from everyone out there who uses the Ben Geren trail system in Fort Smith.

We would love it if some of you could spend some time with us doing some routine trail cleanup and maintenance on October 18th at 8:30 a.m. Let's meet at paved parking lot at the start of Ben Geren paved trail.

Bob and Ken will have a few extra tools, but if you have your own, bring loppers, shovels, handsaws, and weed eaters. We’ll be performing general weeding and trimming of the trail, plus working on low lying wet areas, making it ready for the new season.

If you use the bike trails and can’t make it out for the scheduled work trips, then please go out on your own to help keep the growth trimmed back.

If there are questions call Bob at 431-8951

Any help will be greatly appreciated.

(2008-10-02) SPRINGHILL PARK  - TRAIL UPDATE

Ken Cox has also sent us an update on the condition of the Springhill Trail out in Barling AR.

Ken indicates that the Springhill Trail system is about 75% back open and has been cleared of all debris. The bridges are back in place and trail work is continuing as the weather cools. Ken informs us that the best thing for the trail right now is to get a lot of people out there to ride on it. This will help the trail recover even faster.

(2008-07-02) SPRINGHILL PARK PREPARATIONS

With just a few weeks to go before the great Springhill Park Mountain Bike race on August 3rd 2008, we are seeking some volunteers to help us out with getting the course ready for the event.

We are looking for as much help as we can get!!! Ken Cox and Bob Robison are planning a trail maintenance day this Sat (7/5/2008) at 7:00 am at SpringHill park. The upper trail has gotten grown up and needs some work. Bring weed eaters, limb trimmers, and lots of tick/mosquito spray to the pavilion at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday morning.

Any help will be appreciated.

(2008-04-23) ARKANSAS MTB SCENE - UPDATES

Arkansas Mountain Bikers:

The past month here in Arkansas has been a little wet to say the least.  Because of flooding; Spring Hill, Pigeon Roast and Old Post are being canceled.  We are in the process of rescheduled and will provide a revised schedule soon.  Revenge on the Ridge, in Mena, due to permitting issues will be moving to June 8, 2008

(2008-04-23) AMBCS NEW SEASON OPENER

May 18, 2008 - Hot Spring AR

In an effort to kick start the season.  The first race of the Season will be  The Wildcat MTB Race, to be held at Cedar Glades Park in Hot Springs on May 18th, 2008.   Let's say a big thanks to the Park for working with us on such short notice.  I know you all are itching to race so let's crank it up and get-r-done....  So put this on your  calendars and I'll have info up on the web site by this time next week.

(2008-04-23) AR MOUNTAIN BIKE MARATHON SERIES

ARKANSAS MOUNTAIN BIKE MARATHON SERIES

Current series standings as of 4/14/2008 - CLICK HERE

(2008-03-23) SPRINGHILL CLASSIC POSTPONED

Spring Hill Race  - To Be Rescheduled
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Due to this past weeks storms significant portions of the trial at Spring Hill Park are under water.  Please note, the Race Director is working on rescheduling the Race.  As soon as a date is determined it will be announced on the AMBCS website.  The Website will be updated with this information as soon as possible.  

• All MTB team members must be members of Mercy Cycling Club.

• MTB Team jerseys will be sold to team members at cost.

• The Spring Hill Classic race will cost Mercy MTB members just $10.00 to cover AMBCS, NORBRA, and administrative costs

• Team members will be reimbursed for at least one race AFTER that team member has completed the minimum number of races required to qualify for state rankings (Beginner-7 races; Sport/Expert – 8 races required). Other reimbursements will be based on funds available after expenses and trail maintenance costs.

• All team members will be expected to conduct themselves professionally and courteously when representing Mercy at cycling events.

• Mercy Club members and MTB team members receive 10% discount on accessories and apparel at local bike shops.