
Deep in Wisconsin’s rolling hills, steep cliffs, and beautiful rivers full of trout, IMBA builds a new system of biking and hiking trails.
Photos by Anthony Smith
At that time, North American enduro racing was still in its infancy. The moto-inspired race format, born in southern Europe and meant by its originators to replicate the everyday experience of mountain bikers chasing their friends down their favorite descents, had captured the world’s imagination. But while enduro’s action-packed nature and lively atmosphere was appealing to many, race directors and course designers outside of Europe were still trying to wrap their heads around the logistics for such massive endeavors.
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