Call to the Cascades Orbea

Deep in the forests of the Pacific Northwest, where fog winds between ancient trees and nature sets its own rules, lies a story that goes far beyond mountain biking. In its latest episode, Trail Tales travels to Oregon to discover Trans Cascadia: a unique adventure where racing is only part of the journey. What truly matters is what happens before, after, and in between each pedal stroke.

Founded by Nick Gibson and a small group of riders, Trans Cascadia began as an epicadventure on Oregon’s wild trails. Today, it’s much more: a movement rebuilding forgotten paths, fostering collaboration, and promoting a sustainable model for mountain biking. Because here, caring and riding go hand in hand.

“The real story isn’t in the race, it’s in the digging, the meetings, and the sweat,” says Gibson. And that’s exactly what this new episode captures, featuring Orbea ambassador Geoff Gulevich. Following Gibson and the team of volunteers, Gulevich explores a small portion of the restored trails, witnessing firsthand the dedication of a community that gives back to the land far more than it takes.