The beginning.....

The Forbidden Freeriders Association has unofficially been created today, the 21st February 2008 by the forbidden freerider as the first member and creator in Courtenay, BC, Canada.

AIMS: The FFRA aims to maintain and create mountain bike trails in the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada and to promote the sport of mountain biking through public awareness and public event production featuring the new and existing trail network here in the Comox Valley.

WHAT WE DO: Trail construction techniques utilize environmentally sensitive methods and are built to withstand prolonged abuse and require low maintainance. Materials used in the construction are locally sourced and often part of other trail maintainance, such as wind fallen trees used to create wood stocks for hand-made structures, rather than importing stocks from unsustainable sources.

WHO PAYS? The FFRA is a non-profit organization and seeks funding from local businesses and community members to fulfill it's obligations to maintain a trail network for the local community. The chief costs to offset are nails, wood and transportation. All monies collected from donations and event profits are incorporated into the FFRA's operating budget. Labour is provided by volunteers dedicated to providing the community with trails for walkers, hikers, bikers and for anyone wishing to enjoy the forests, mountains and local historical attractions.

CURRENT ACTIVITIES: The FFRA is in discussions with several sponsor businesses to fund a project within The Cumberland Forest. The trail 'Big Log' incorporates a 75 foot long cedar logride which is in serious need of rebuilding in a safe and strong manner. This particular log ride is used by many young and upcoming mountain bike riders because the structure is designed to safely highlight some of the technical riding skills needed further up the mountain. The structure is built for beginners and those eager to learn the amazing skills needed to freeride successfully. The adjacent trail is frequented by many walkers and will be maintained at the same time.