FOLLOW YOUR LEADERS
2021 is here and mountain biking is still booming. There is a continued growth in trail networks, an explosion of riders new to the dirt, riders are pushing their abilities, bike stores can barely keep enough bikes on the floor and some event organisers are taking on more staff to meet the demands of a growing number of events. With all that, I’m left wondering who is steering the ship of the growth and development of mountain biking in Australia. With the recent formation of AusCycling, at the time of printing there isn’t a clear role for someone to stand at the helm for mountain bike leadership. AusCycling has a long road ahead to make a cohesive body for road, mountain, track and BMX. The policies should come in time,…