Forest Fringe Set To Entertain Worlds' Spectators
Spectators attending the UCI Mountain Bike & Trails World Championships between 3 and 9 September will have the opportunity to be part of the inaugural Forest Fringe - Forestry Commission Scotland's week-long celebration and festival of 'have a go' mountain biking. The Forest Fringe will provide bike enthusiasts with a chance to take part in the Worlds as well as spectate. A full programme of interactive workshops, demonstrations, art, film, and riding challenges is lined up to thrill and entertain those who make the short walk from the main event village to the Fringe tent. The Fringe programme is divided into four themes; Trail talk - a chance to listen and question some of the movers and shakers of the mountain bike trail building and adventure world. Trail build - an opportunity for some 'hands on learning' on how to make great trails led by experienced trail designers and builders incorporating the latest thinking on dirt jumps and north shore to basic but fundamental trail design. Trail view - adding an artist element to the Fringe, visitors will be able to view some stunning mountain bike action captured on film by some of the world best mountain bike photographers. Trail ride - riding sessions on trails in and around the Championship site in Leanachan Forest or at Forestry Commission Scotland bike locations at Wolftrax and Fort Augustus. Ride with experts who will provide helpful hints and top tips to improve riding technique. In addition, kids will be able to test their talent on a purpose built skills trail providing an ideal opportunity to put theory into practise under the watchful eye of the Commissions trained staff. Kids who successfully complete the course will be rewarded for their efforts and achievement. To find the Forest Fringe spectators should follow the signs and flags from the main event village along the short waymarked route to just behind the Nevis Range gondola station. For further information about the Forest Fringe including full details of the activity programme visit www.forestry.gov.uk/forestfringe. Some activities will have limited places so it is recommended to make reservations and bookings in advance or on the day. Karl Bartlett, Forestry Commission Scotland, said; "The Forest Fringe is a festival of mountain biking. It will provide bike enthusiasts attending the World Championships with an ideal opportunity to learn even more about the sport, develop new skills, get up to speed with some of the very latest technical thinking regarding trail building and design, and importantly enhance health and safety awareness. "We're pleased to have the support of a number of international guest speakers, experienced course builders and designers, commercial partners, as well as representatives from the Commission's own team of highly skilled technical staff presenting the Fringe programme throughout the week. I'm confident that there's something for everyone and a visit to the Forest Fringe will add to the thilling atmosphere and enjoyment that will be found when attending the World Championships." www.forestry.gov.ukLatest news
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