Yes. Lots of stuff on the table for members of the BMBA. We are getting closer to starting construction on the Redd Rd. Trailhead. Why are we spending almost $8,000 on a parking lot when most people just park on the side of the road? One reason is so when people who are not from El Paso who come here to ride, they can park safely and follow a sign that will take them to the trails. Another reason is to show the city what they need to start doing themselves. We all know where to park and where to ride, but others who are passing through town just kind of flounder and if they get lucky or spend the time to download gps files, they might get in a decent ride. We want people to come into town, look at the map they pick up from a bike shop, follow directions to a trailhead, get out of their car, and have no doubts about where the trail starts.
We still have to get all the final thumbs ups from city officials before we can start any kind of construction. We anticipate that this will happen very soon. After the Puzzler we can start working and recruiting volunteers in the effort.
Speaking of Puzzler. We only have about 40 more days before the big event. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year. We need lots of volunteers for this event as most of us know that the logistics behind a 50 miler that goes into the hinterlands of the Franklins requires much effort. If you want to help, send us an email… elpasopuzzler@hotmail.com. We need course marshals, jeep owners willing to drive on true jeep roads, and beer pourers. Once again, we’ve got New Belgium on board donating plenty of kegs for the upcoming race.
And finally, we’ve got one more trail building day. This Saturday at 8 am. Meet at the Bowen Round House entrance on MLK. Wear work clothes and bring plenty of water.
