Alabama may not be the first place that comes to mind when people think of serious mountain biking. States such as Colorado, Utah, North Carolina, and California have long commanded attention for their dramatic terrain and established racing communities. However, Patrick Putman of Harvest, Alabama points to a mountain biking scene that is steadily earning …
Mountain bike racing in the United States takes place across an extraordinary range of terrain, but some courses stand apart because of how dramatically they climb and descend. From Colorado’s high-altitude endurance races to downhill courses carved into ski resorts and Olympic venues, elevation can fundamentally change the character of a race. Patrick Putman of …