We have this little trail system in Chattanooga…you might’ve heard of it…it’s called Raccoon Mountain. Us here at SORBA Chattanooga think it’s kind of a big deal. So what do you do when you have regionally recognized trail system in your backyard??? Give people an excuse to come and ride it that’s what!!! SORBA Chattanooga is proud to announce the 2013 Raccoon Mountain XC and Super-D race weekend. An epic trail system deserves an epic race; so we’ve lined up bike …

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National Park Service considers multi use trail conversion that will provide a vital bike corridor from downtown Chattanooga to Lookout Mountain trail systems.
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Alternative C offers expanded access to bicycles and brings a unique combination of recreational opportunities to visitors formerly accessible only by foot or car.
Mountain biking is a popular activity with children and youth bringing mountain bike access to the Lookout Mountain Battlefield will attract a younger …

Pick Your PoisonThose brave souls that ride the trails at Booker T Washington State Park during the summer know all too well that an unplanned trip off trail means choosing between landing in a patch of Poison Oak or Poison Ivy. That is, of course, assuming you don’t clip one of the many trees or get caught in privet so thick it rivals the vaunted ivy at Wrigley Field. Riding at Booker T Washington State …

Please join SORBA-Chattanooga as we work to address some regular maintenance needs at Enterprise South Nature Park on Saturday Februray 9, 2013 @ 9:30 am.
Volunteer Information:
No experience is necessary to participate, all tools and instruction will be provided by the trail care crew leaders with SORBA-Chattanooga. Volunteers are requested to bring gloves, water, and to dress appropriately for the weather and working outdoors.
Lunch will be provided by SORBA-Chattanooga after the workday concludes at 12:30 pm.
After …

When: January 19, 2013 from 10 am to 1:30 pm (please arrive by 9:45am) followed by a group lunch and bonfire and Noel Durants “barn” just off the the 5-Points property. After lunch trail volunteers will have the opportunity to ride 5-points at night, followed by more time around the bonfire.
Where: 5-Points Ascalon Road Parking Area
Who: All are welcome
What: Hand building a section of trail on the newest phase of the 5-Points/CCCT trailsystem
Why: More miles …

Let’s face it; if you’re a mountain biker, you’re a rebel. Not only do you spit in the face of society’s norms by riding a bicycle for leisure; you also eschew road bikes by deciding to ride a mountain bike instead. We’re not going to go there with singlespeeders though, some of us are on another level of crazy.
James Dean was born on February 8th, 1931. In celebration of the ultimate rebel’s birthday, we’re going to …

Word is spreading like wildfire about Team SORBA-Chattanooga. Get Out Chattanooga recently interviewed our Team Director about the work we’re doing to improve mountain biking in Chattanooga. It’s no surprise to us they came away impressed. They can’t wait to see what we have planned next. We have big plans for 2012 and we want everyone to be a part of it. For those of you on the fence about joining the team, you still have time to …

The end of the world is imminent!!! A smart person would be loading up their bunkers with guns, food, gas, and crowbars. However, since SORBA Chattanooga’s collective intelligence rivals that of you average post-apocalyptic zombie, we’re going to spend December 21st, 2012 night riding at Enterprise South Nature Park. In true zombie fashion, we like to be with our own kind; so you’re invited to come along!!! All you need is $5 and your SORBA …

Purpose
The overall purpose of Team SORBA-Chattanooga is two fold; marketing and development. By being a members of the team, riders will assist SORBA-Chattanooga in putting forth a positive image to the community. This is done mainly by wearing the team kit whenever possible, but also by being a good citizen while wearing that kit. Riders are also encouraged to be defacto liasons for SORBA-Chattanooga and will assist in promoting SORBA-Chattanooga events. Our marketing strategy calls for many different …

That’s right folks, you read that correctly. Last week your SORBA-Chattanooga board members voted to establish a sub-organization dedicated to nurturing the thriving competitive spirit hidden in every mountain biker. Our mission:
“To promote SORBA-Chattanooga, Chattanooga area trails, and Chattanooga as a mountain biking and vacation destination through race participation, race promotion, and other events.”
That’s a fancy way of saying that we’re going to put on and participate in a ton of awesome events. It also …