By Replicator
I had a chance to catch up with three owners of Cyclesmith, Andrew Feenstra, Mark Beaver and Paul Shaw. I took the opportunity to pose a few questions to them in the hopes of them passing on some of their Yoda-like wisdom and insight. I wasn't dissappointed.

Replicator: Where do you see the biggest challenge in bringing more people to cycling?

Andrew Feenstra: Safe areas to ride, and education for automobile drivers.

Mark Beaver: Road conditions in Nova Scotia. Lack of shoulders on roads, narrow roads. Off-road, lack of mapping of routes and places to ride. Weather.

Paul Shaw: I see the biggest challenge is the same challenge our society faces with lifestyle changes. Many know they need to become more active, drop weight, eat better, move more, but aren't able to incorporate the needed changes into their life. With active living, come more cyclists (and walkers) who commute by bike and from that more people who ride for pleasure. I ride to work wearing street clothes on a bike with fenders. I don't need a shower when I get here if I commute at a leisurely pace. Getting on my bike is as easy as putting on my shoes. I want people to see cycling as easy, as another mode of transport, as a practical alternative. More commuters who are comfortable in traffic will lead to more riders of all stripes - in the woods and at the races.

Posted by O9man at 12:47 AM

by Bikergrl
Norco trials rider Ryan Leech will be at Sportwheels in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia on May 26th as part of his "Trials of Life" tour. Leech has appeared in many a mountain bike flick, including the Kranked series, The Collective, and Roam. He has also showcased his incredible bike-handling skills at venues such as the Cirque du Soleil, the Vans Warped Tour, and Crankworx. He is now working his way across the country bringing positive vibes to school kids from coast to coast. I was fortunate enough to catch up with Ryan for an interview before he makes his Halifax appearance.

Posted by bikergrl at 09:32 PM

Interview by Bikergrl
Clorophilla is a mountain bike movie made by amateurs, featuring amateurs but as far from amateur as a flick can be. 6 friends determined to make a film that features the riding environment as much as the ride itself have produced a film steeped in style, flow and energy that makes you need to ride your bike.

Vito Fabellini, a member of Team Opachee and maker of Clorophilla, took the time to share some thoughts and insight on producing a mountain bike movie with ECMTB.com.

Posted by bikergrl at 04:59 PM

Name, Age, location?

Hey, whats up, this is Nick Vail im 18 and you'll find me riding the streets of bedford.

What got you into riding mountain bikes?

Riding bikes always starts when your a kid, and the love for the ride just continues on when your older. Its somthing that you never stop enjoying.

Posted by Craig Dobbin at 08:54 PM

Author: Craig "Flib" Dobbin

Location: Smith's Bakery - Agricola St., Halifax
Date: December 6, 2003

If you've been a part of the local mountain bike scene, chances are you know who they are. If you have ever seen them ride, chances are they have dropped your jaw a few times too! On a day cold enough to freeze the balls off a crowbar, we got a chance to hook up with Shannen and Smokey for a "brisk" photo shoot down at the bowl, then a few questions over a cuppa joe.

Posted by nimzie at 11:05 AM

Author: Nick Vail

Preparing to head to NZ to film New World Disorder V in February, Kona Clump out-of-bounds rider Joe Schwartz takes time out to discuss life on and off the bike. Here are his thoughts on riding at Red Bull, shooting with Freeride Entertainment and spending time at home.

Posted by bikergrl at 10:26 AM