Gregg Winter, bike trail builder at Gravity Logic, Inc. was our program August 20.

 

Gregg grew up in NY, moved to Florida after high school.  Drawn to Colorado mountains.  Worked at Steven’s Pass for three years.  

 

Hooked up with Gravity Logic, Inc.the premier trail building company.  Gregg loves what he does.  Passionate about riding bikes and giving back to the community.

 

Met with the City of Arlington and presented information on need for more outdoor activities, bike park, and trails in the community. 

 

Bike parks and destination mountain biking could/should be much bigger than it is today.  There is a large market of untapped revenue out there.  If we build it they will come.  The demographic is huge, everyone has a bike.  Significant economic catalyst.  Bikers have money and will spend it.  It’s not just a bike park that will generate the revenue but the bikers will visit local businesses.

 

Closest outdoor bike parks are at Whistler and Steven’s Pass.  Closest indoor bike park is in Burlington.  The kids who use the Whistler bike park volunteer to maintain it. 

 

Action sports is a growing business segment (i.e. moto, BMX, skiing/snowboarding).  A bike park would be a different avenue for children to enjoy outdoor sports.  Bike park maintenance costs are lower than a golf course. 

 

Much of the infrastructure is in place.  Need fantastic riding experiences.  It is critical to have instruction (camps, sales and marketing to support and drive the park experience).  Need food, beverage, accommodation and other summer activities to entice visitors.

 

The road to the airport (67th) has a great spot for a bike park (near trails) or the old mill near Nutty’s.  We could build an indoor/outdoor bike park near Absolute Air Park.  The other option is to build an outdoor bike park privately and incorporate it into the city.

 

Partnering with Boys and Girls Club and local schools to hold camps at the bike park would be a good connection for the community.

 

To see more about the company and its bike park and trail designing, click here.