by Rafael Serrano | Jul 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
South Texas Off Road Mountain-Bikers (STORM) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization representing thousands of area mountain bikers in San Antonio and surrounding areas. Founded in 1993 by a group of San Antonio mountain-bike enthusiasts, STORM is committed to...
by Rafael Serrano | Jul 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
Unauthorized (i.e., rogue, bandit, illegal, etc.) trails and trail “maintenance” have become an increasing issue in the city parks and greenways. There’s a simple rule that everyone should be able to follow: If it’s not your property, don’t do any trail work,...
by Rafael Serrano | Jul 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
Interview of Ryan Toman (owner of Podium Stands) by Brenda Gonzalez (STORM Vice President) Brenda: How did you get into mountain biking? Ryan: I was always very interested in biking. When I was around 7 years old, I started modifying frames and forks on bicycles. I...
by Rafael Serrano | Jul 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
We are blessed with some great trails in our community, both within the City of San Antonio and in the Texas Hill Country that surrounds it. Most of us know these trail networks don’t happen by accident, and if you’re like me, you might feel a little guilty sometimes...
by Rafael Serrano | Jul 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
“Respect your local trail builders and be a good steward of the physical environment. Keep singletrack single by staying on the trail. Practice Leave No Trace principles. Do not ride muddy trails because it causes rutting, widening and maintenance headaches. Ride...