Copper Harbor Trails Club hosts annual ‘Trails Fest’ for all ability ranges

COPPER HARBOR, Mich. (WLUC) – Mountain bikers loved Labor Day weekend out on the paths. The Copper Harbor Trails Club started its thirty third Copper Harbor Trails Fest on Saturday.

Cyclists examined their abilities on 5 totally different races from endurance to downhill. 13-year-old downhill racer Seda Jenson says she likes to win and construct up her abilities.

“When I cross the finish line, I’m just, like, I’m glad it’s over cause it’s scary going down cause you’re just thinking don’t crash, don’t crash,” Jenson stated. “So, I’m more, like, noticing how I did better and what I can work on.”

The Copper Harbor Trails Club anticipated about 750 folks over the weekend. Executive Director Adam Yeoman says the two-day competition is sort of a mountain biking household reunion. So, there are occasions and enjoyable for everybody.

“Copper Harbor is such a great place, and it’s such a great riding destination; great place to come hang out,” Yeoman stated. “So, we want to make sure every kid who wants to come up here has something fun to do for the weekend.”

12-year-old Mayah Green additionally competed within the downhill race. She says the competition is a good studying expertise, and he or she has her household to assist her do her finest. The younger bike owner advises newbie racers to not be frightened of falling and maintain their eyes on the end line.

“Keep an eye on your surroundings and have fun,” Green stated. “Maybe start a little bit easy if it’s your first time cause you don’t want to get hurt cause that might ruin it for you. And if you fall, you want to get up right away because you might get scared to get on it again.”

They say be assured and have enjoyable on the paths.

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