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News for 9-30-2026 Hey Silver Comet E-Bikers Hey Ebike* riders–SlowTHeck down! Tonight about 5 miles from Mavell Rd. I had a man and woman on Class 3 ebikes in turbo pass me flying by at 28 mph. After the crossing at Hurt Rd. I was in front of them. There were several groups of walkers going our direction and coming towards us. I slowed down because it was not safe to pass the walkers in front of me. The guy said something to me about not stopping, got mad at me, and then proceeded to fly around me, those walkers, and in between all of the groups of walkers for the next 4 miles. He and the other rider forced at least two of them off of the trail as they passed in and out recklessly at 28 mph and nearly hit several more.. I followed them at a safe distance but always in sight. (Yes, I slowed down a BUNCH of times and said “passing” or “on your left.”)
There is absolutely no reason you need to go 28 mph through traffic on the Silver Comet? Want to do it? Great! Go out past mile 9-10 where there is no traffic. I like going fast, too. I routinely out ride my assist. Or go for a ride on the road.
You are 1. Going to tick off every other trail user.
Cause an accident and get hurt yourself.
Cause an accident and hit someone, hurting them. Possibly seriously. YOU will be at fault, and it will hit your auto insurance if the other person files a claim against you.
Hurt a kid? Really? You want a kid to get hurt?
So just Slow The Heck down! (Yes, this should apply to all of us cyclists when we are in an area with foot traffic.)
*Many I ride an ebike, so this is from an e-bikers perspective.
Allatoona Pitner Road Work Party From West Georgia Trails and NGMBA Join us October 10th for a humongous work party at Pitner Road Dog Park with support from Bobcat of Atlanta and the NRPA. We’re beautifying Pitner by planting trees, building bike racks, obstacles, and remodeling Kilo and Alpha. This work party is also a Bobcat Day of Service, as they’ve generously donated in order to secure the purchase of several trees and a bunch of Trail Armor to use throughout the park. 9 am-Noon.
News for 9-26-2026 From Mountain Goat Adventures ROPE MILL DIRTY DUATHLON AND 3.3 MILE TRAIL RUN – NOVEMBER 7, 2026 – THE MOST FUN YOU’LL HAVE THIS FALL! The opening bike loop will be 5.5 miles on the Mill Trails, followed by a 3.3 mile trail run on Explorer, and finally a 5.5 mile bike on the Avalanche Trails. The course covers all the trails at Rope Mill Park! Solo, 2 and 3 person beginner/family team categories are available in the duathlon. We will be using traditional mountain bike race categories, as we have done in the past, to help alleviate congestion on the opening bike loop. The run is short enough that those who do not typically run still have plenty of time to start training!
2026 Shirt Design! Tri Blend shirt for all participants as well as event campfire mugs for all. Prizes and awards presented to the top 3 in each duathlon category. Post race snacks and drinks available. We are also offering a separate 3.3 mile trail run on the Explorer Trails at this event for those who would prefer to just participate in a trail run.
BLANKETS CREEK 3 AND 6 HOUR MTB RACE – NOVEMBER 21, 2026 Join us for one last Hootenanny before the Holidays! Solo, 2 and 3 person team categories are available in the 6 Hour Race. The 3 Hour Option has a TON of categories for those who wish to ride 3 hours solo, as well as a one and two lap option for junior riders who aren’t ready for a full 3 hour event. Medals and sponsor prizes 3 deep in all categories, podium shirts for all first place finishers. The course will be ridden CLOCKWISE on both Dwelling and VMT. COURSE DETAILS AND MAP HERE The full category list as well as all the event details can be found on the event website.
News for 9-25-2026 Pine Log – Mountain Biking Return? Update: I heard that the North Georgia Mountain Bike Association (NGMBA formerly MTB Atlanta) is already one top of this and will be speaking to the right people as soon as they get the opportunity. Good stuff!
News for 9-22-2026 Ride Time Changes Now that it’s the end of September some rides change time to leave a bit earlier. Please check the Rides page and contact the ride leader/club/shop if you have questions. If you have a time update email me at sttarlite at hotmail dot com.
