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Trail of the Week: “Bubba”

July 15, 2015
By Tony Accurso The “Bubba” trail in the Green Mountain Trail system in Pittsfield is a technical freeride trail which descends from “Luvin It” and ends on “Fusters.” This may be one of the most technical trails in area, it is certainly the most technical trail I have ridden in Vermont to date. The entrance sets…

Hot temperatures greet Farm to Fork Fondo riders

July 15, 2015
By Jerry LeBlond Riders take a break from the summer heat on Saturday, during the Farm to Fork Fondo. PITTSFIELD — The inaugural Farm to Fork Fondo – Vermont, debuted in Pittsfield this past Sunday, July 12. The cycling ride took off from Riverside Farm. The event highlighted Vermont’s local agriculture and the symbiotic relationship between…

Two new mountain biking trails now open at Killington

July 15, 2015
The Killington Bike Park is open with brand new trails What’s New? BLUE MAGIC: From the top of the Snowshed Express Quad (or a quick pedal from the K-1 Express Gondola), make a right turn under the lift and look for this intermediate freeride trail loaded with step-downs, step-ups, tabletops, berms and rollers galore. Lower…

Brandon’s Vince Quenneville Jr. wins intense Firecracker Special at Devil’s Bowl Speedway

July 10, 2015
Photo by Mike Bruno The cars of Hunter Murray (#80) and Stephen Williams (#15) took an off-track excursion during the Enduro Series race at Devil’s Bowl Speedway and wound up in this precarious situation on the bank of a running brook next to the race track. Therrien, McKiernan first-time winners WEST HAVEN – Vince Quenneville Jr. came…

Hockey team for the blind and visually impaired seeks players

July 10, 2015
Photo submitted Courage USA Player Brad Mullin displays differences between traditional hockey puck and adaptive one. Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (VABVI) seeks individuals across Vermont to be part of an exciting opportunity in the world of sports: a hockey team for blind and visually impaired Vermonters and New Yorkers! Courage USA…

Vermont’s recreation and outdoor adventures are available for people of all abilities

July 10, 2015
In honor of the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the state of Vermont has debuted a new website makes it clear that Vermont is a place for equal opportunity adventure: www.InclusiveVermont.com. It features an interactive map of adaptive recreational opportunities and accessible facilities. From the new wheelchair water access at North…

Killington Softball League: No longer perfect

July 10, 2015
By Dave Hoffenberg They may be all alone at the top but Clearly Moguls is no longer undefeated. Their winning streak was stopped at 11, dating back to last year. They got to 8-0 this season by beating Slips Trips and Falls (STF) 15-2 on Monday, June 29, but could not complete the season sweep…

GMNGC introduces Family Fun Nights, Wednesdays

July 10, 2015
KILLINGTON–Green Mountain National Golf Course recently announced the debut of Family Fun Nights. The new program, which launches July 8 and continues every Wednesday through the summer months, is designed to encourage families to try the game of golf through a fun, affordable experience at one of Vermont’s top public courses. Wednesday Family Fun Nights…

Farm to Fork Fondo – Vermont bike ride celebrates state’s agriculture 

July 10, 2015
Courtesy of Wrenegade Sports Riverside Farm in Pittsfield is home base for Farm to Fork Fondo - Vermont, which takes place July 12. PITTSFIELD — Wrenegade Sports is pleased to announce the inaugural Farm to Fork Fondo - Vermont. The mass-participation cycling ride will be held July 12 at Riverside Farm in Pittsfield, with 500 participants…

Trail of the week: Svelte Tiger

July 10, 2015
By Tony Accurso, Owner of Alpine Bike Works “Svelte Tiger” in the Pine Hills trail system is one of the main arteries of the network. It is accessed at the first intersection on “Escalator” from the parking lot, and is the most popular way to access the network. It is a tight and twisty trail…

Adaptive Athletics: Paula Macneil Profile

July 10, 2015
Courtesy of InclusiveVermont.com Paula Macneil Every winter, thousands of people take to the mountains of Vermont to experience all that the state has to offer. Paula McNeill is no different. This mother of two has spent the last seven years working as a buyer at Killington Resort, which also is her home mountain for skiing…

Adaptive Athletics: Mac Janney Profile

July 10, 2015
Courtesy of InclusiveVermont.com Mac Janney There is no rush like skiing down a steep slope at high speed, hanging off a sailboat in rapid winds or mountain biking in the Green Mountains. Mac Janney, a development coordinator for a Vermont nonprofit who is visually impaired, enjoys these experiences daily and takes advantage of a number…

Death Race ends successful nine-year run with final event in Vermont

July 8, 2015
Photos By Marion Abrams PITTSFIELD — The Peak Death Race, often called the ultimate athletic and mental challenge, hosted its final event the weekend of June 26-28 with 200 intrepid athletes braving almost 50 hours (Friday morning to Sunday at noon) of mostly unexpected and sometimes completely insane obstacles. Peak Races Founder Joe De Sena,…

Video: 2015 Long Trail Century Ride

July 3, 2015
The Long Trail Century Ride began five years ago to benefit Vermont Adaptive. The cycling event has grown to 500 riders with many more coming to enjoy the beer, bands and food for the after party. The organizers have added family attractions as well a 5k race this year. According to Phil Black of The…

Graham Cook takes over head bike mechanic at True Wheels Bike Shop

July 2, 2015
KILLINGTON — Graham has been working in bike shops since the age of 14.  A former downhill mountain bike racer, he spends most of his time freeriding locally at Killington.  Having ridden in the Killington area for the better part of the last 20 years, it was no surprise he said “yes” when offered the…