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Ripping it up on the Revy Riders trails in the mountains above Revelstoke. Photo: Laura Szanto/Revelstoke Mountaineer
and why? Kyle Volpatti: Well that for me depends on the season and time of year. After a long winter the only choice is to hit the flats and get some seat time in. Also some dual sports days are possible early season with ski in the morning and biking in afternoon. Once the snow has melted in the mountains it’s time to hit the trails on Frisby and Deadman’s. We have amazing singletrack trails from beginner to advanced riding. Once the snow has melted in the alpine I always enjoy a rip to the top of Mt. Sproat and enjoy the view with a cold one! Are there any improvements you would like to see about the riding trails here in Revelstoke? Matt Elliott: The Revy Riders have accomplished so much in a relatively short amount of time. One of the great things about Revelstoke’s dirtbike club is its culture of continuous improvement. The directors and members are always working on exciting projects and events. They have improved our track to a standard that allows us to host motocross and snow bike events. The improvements that I would love to see include the development of more riding trails that allow us to showcase our valley from the many stunning
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viewpoints along the trails. I enjoy dirtbiking because it is an activity that allows personal development. For that reason I am really excited about the relocation of our enduro-cross track because it will really help my technical trail riding progress. After an active day dirtbiking at the Revy Riders’ area, what better way to cool off than to go down to Mexico Beach for a swim? This brings me to the final thing that I am looking forward to: rumoured future improvements at the beach area that will be enjoyed by riders, along with everyone else! Who is someone you look up to in the dirt biking community and why? Holly Colwell: To me, I’ll speak of legendary madams mastering 300 2-strokes. Beautiful doyennes juggling their toddlers, work, life and still have time to hit the trails. I’m talking about women! Your so call stereo-typical putt-putts are giving the guys a run for their money. Worldwide we are becoming leaders in dirtbiking and that’s who I look up to. That’s my inspiration to be better, to work harder and become
stronger. I’ve been dirtbiking since 2012 and I now ride a 350RR-S Beta, which is all because of the female supports I have in Revelstoke. We love the rawness of it, the freedom, and the power. Keeping us thrilled for years to come. What advice would you give to new dirt bikers (question is open, could be about gear or riding techniques)? Sarah Blancher: Bikes, outside and growth. Dirtbiking
encompasses all that and more. We have a fun community in Revelstoke built on the passion of many volunteers and countless hours. If you’re looking to get into riding, have recently started … or are many years into it for that matter, my advice would be the same … get the smaller bike until your skill level out grows the displacement or isn’t hindered anymore by the physical size of the bike. Then start your ride with skills. If you can end your ride that way too when