Kevin

Trailsnet has been your source for trail news and information since 2008. We provide information about hundreds of trails around the world including bike trails, hiking trails, backpacking trails, bikepacking trails, nordic ski trails, snowshoe trails, equestrian trails, long-distance trails and more. We also provide information about trail gear, trail organizations and trail advocacy. In addition to the Trailsnet.com website/blog, you can connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest using the @trailsnet username. We welcome suggestions and questions. Feel free to add your own favorite trails using the 'Add a Trail' link on the top horizontal navigation bar. Happy trails and stay safe!!

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  1. Electric Bikes on Trails — 114 comments
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Ten Reasons Why You Need Trailsnet

Ten Reasons to Subscribe to Trailsnet.com You’re stuck in traffic on your way to gym to ride a stationary bike. You enjoy biking. You want to lose a few ugly pounds. You enjoy hiking You want to save the planet one eco-friendly bike ride at a time. You enjoy Trikke carving You want to save …

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Outdoor Survival on the Trail

two mountain bikers on desert trail

Trail Survival If you spend a lot of time on the trail, whether it is for trail recreation, trail travel or trail commuting, it is a good idea to be prepared for the worst. You may never need emergency trail supplies, but it’s a good idea to have them. Here is a brief list of …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2012/07/01/outdoor-survival-trail/

Suggested Hikes – Rocky Mountain National Park

hiker with walking stick and daypack

Best Hikes by Category While I’m out on the trail, I’ve provided you with a link to find the best hikes in Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park. There are three types of hikes on the page: Lake Hikes    Waterfall Hikes   Summit Hikes via Suggested Hikes – Rocky Mountain National Park.

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2012/06/29/suggested-hikes-rocky-mountain-national-park/

The Longest Mountain Bike Trail In The World

trail on continental divide of Rocky Mountains

the Great Divide Bike Trail is the Mount Everest of cycling adventures. It the longest mountain bike trail in the world at 2,500 miles, and it has over 200,000 feet of elevation gain. It stretches from Canada to Mexico; the Great Divide bike trail travels through some of the most mountainous regions in the United …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2012/06/27/the-longest-mountain-bike-trail-in-the-world/

Moving Ahead For Progress MAP-21

Letter from Senator About Transportation Bill Last Friday, I asked you to write to your representatives about the Surface Transportation Bill and specifically requested that you ask them to support the trail funding portion of it. Hopefully some of  you did that. I especially hope that our trail friends in California contacted representative Boxer about …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2012/06/25/moving-ahead-for-progress-map-21/

What Types of Trails are Reviewed on Trailsnet.com?

hiker reaches a fork in the trail

From Rail Trails to… Trailsnet started out as a website to support and introduce rail trails to the general public. At about the same time, Traillink.com was gaining a foothold on the internet and doing a wonderful job of promoting Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. So Trailsnet started to broaden its reach to other types of trails. For …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2012/06/23/what-types-trails-reviewed-trailsnet-com/