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The most frequently cited participation statistics (in the U.S.) are produced by a research group called the Outdoor Industry Foundation (OIF), which tracks…

While volunteer-led projects have created extensive amounts of singletrack trails, the scale and scope of bike parks usually call for professional construction…

These documents, used at the start of the procurement cycle, describe to potential contractors the work you are looking to have completed, and describes the…

These days, many communities are opting to have traill professionals plan, design, and construct their trail networks.

The system focuses on rating the technical challenge of trails, not the physical exertion.

The average width of the active tread or beaten path of the trail.

The IMBA Trail Difficulty Rating System is a basic method used to categorize the relative technical difficulty of recreation trails. The IMBA Trail Difficulty…

Once you’ve built the map, it’s time to produce and distribute it. There are many ways to create and distribute maps. Consider your resources and audience.