It’s Time to Get Ready for the Midterms! The 2026 Primaries are in the rearview mirror, and the November Midterms are fast approaching. As we gear up for November, we are excited to announce the development of the 2026 CAMTB Voter Guide. Before we dive into the issues, take two minutes right now to check your voter registration status. Even […]
At the California Mountain Biking Coalition (CAMTB), we believe that great trails are built on a foundation of strong community and incredible partnerships. Today, we want to shine the spotlight on a brand that has been instrumental in fueling our mission: Ibis Cycles. This marks the 3rd year that CAMTB has partnered with Ibis to raise vital funds to support […]
California Assembly Bill 2494 (Rogers) is a landmark piece of legislation currently making its way through the state legislature. It’s a bill we think the entire cycling and trails community should know about. The bill redefines how California manages its State Demonstration Forests by moving away from outdated mandates focused solely on maximum sustained logging yields. It replaces them with […]
The recent reduction of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments in Utah represent a concerning shift in federal public lands policy. These National Monument rollbacks are paving the way for broad industrial development, which raises valid concerns for the future of our own protected California landscapes – specifically in places like the San Gabriel Mountains, Berryessa Snow Mountain, […]
It is the moment we live for at California Mountain Biking Coalition: making a mountain biker’s absolute wildest gear dreams come true while celebrating the incredible community that supports our local trails. We are beyond thrilled to send another massive congratulations to Chris Butcher, the grand prize winner of our Spring Dreambike Giveaway! Chris is officially the proud owner of […]
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Departments of the Interior (DOI), and Agriculture (USDA) are seeking public input by August 3, 2026 to help implement the Biking on Long-Distance Trails (BOLT) Act by identifying: Before submitting a nomination, please review the eligibility criteria carefully to ensure your trail qualifies. At a minimum, nominated trails must: There is a user […]
In the news…USFS Reorganization, National Monument Roll Backs, Roadless Rule & Travel Managment Updates, Funding for Deferred Maintenance, and Changes to Federal Grant Making Rules As we move through the mid-year mark, the California trail community is navigating significant federal policy shifts, particularly regarding the U.S. Forest Service. Current developments include: have left the future of land management in a […]
Action Alert: Submit Your Comments on the Draft California Wildfire and Landscape Resilience Action Plan by August 7 Wildfires profoundly shape our communities, our natural landscapes, and the trail networks we love to ride. Protecting these spaces requires a proactive strategy. It also demands the voice of the outdoor recreation community. We must ensure agencies prioritize trail access and maintenance. […]
Trail Stewards Rally in Monterey for Cycling, Trails, Public Lands 🌲🚲 We’re still riding the high from an incredible in Monterey! Check ou the Central California Singletrack Summit recap below. CAMTB would like to extend a huge thank you to the Monterey Off Road Cycling Association (MORCA) for being such fantastic hosts and showing us how it’s done on the […]
We are excited to announce a new partnership with longtime champion for cycling, trails and public lands: Trailforks. June 2026 marks California Mountain Biking & Trail Stewardship Month—a dedicated time to celebrate, maintain, and advocate for the incredible trail networks across the Golden State. What better way to kick off a month of celebration than with an epic new challenge, […]