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Volume One of our *Trail Journal* is dedicated to the enjoyment of putting rubber-covered wheels into dirt. It is a collection of some of our favourite stories, images, bikes, and characters. Collectively, the stories in this magazine trace Rocky Mountain's journey—looking back through 35 years of good times, and forward at what's to come.

From Margus Riga's madness, to Owen Perry's photographic Ode to BC, to Paris Gore's stunning cover shot, we've tracked down our most memorable images and stories. We dug into the archives for some of the pivotal bikes and moments in our history. [Wade Simmons](http://www.bikes.com/about/athletes/wade-simmons) shared his adventures in the Dolomites, legendary photographer Sterling Lorence gave us some insight into the process of capturing his iconic [Maiden image](http://www.bikes.com/stories/introducing-maiden), Danielle Baker explored the *Nuu-chah-nulth* Spirit Forest on Vancouver Island’s west coast, and Fred Glo schooled us on the early days of enduro racing.

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Thomas Vanderham gave up his backcountry coffee method, Andreas Hestler celebrated 10 years of [BC Bike Race](https://www.facebook.com/RockyMountainBicycles/videos/1210738218936176/), distributors sent postcards from across the globe, and Dirk Janz and Helle Schuster enjoyed schnapps on the *Walmendingerhorn.* 

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The *Trail Journal* has been offset printed in limited quantities, and looks great on your shop bench, the porch at your backcountry cabin, or that designer coffee table you're too afraid to put your feet up on. Reading it may not be quite the same as sitting down for coffee with Rocky Mountain founder Grayson Bain, or dropping in on a full-moon night ride in the Italian alps with Simmons, but it's pretty damn close. 

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The Trail Journal

Editorial Director

Race & Accessibility in the Mountain Bike Community

The violent deaths of George Floyd and many others were a catalyst for reflection on something bigger than mountain biking.

Richie Rude & Jared Graves Failed Drug Test at EWS France

Co-wrote one of the most challenging articles we've ever published at Pinkbike. Our reporting has held up over time, and I'm proud of the approach we took.

Letter from the Editor: All in this Together

Some words from early 2020 as the mountain bike community faced living in the shadow of pandemic.

A coffee table magazine celebrating Rocky Mountain's 35 year anniversary, with images, bikes, and recollections from a host of characters. I'm not sure any copies are still available, but it was gratifying to see a lot of those stories put into print.

Can You Freeride a Fat Bike?

Rocky Mountain's 2017 Slayer launch was a return to the brand's namesake mountain ranges. Fernie was an incredible backdrop for one of the most satisfying projects I've been involved with.

Return to the Rockies

A reality show designed to reach beyond Pinkbike's traditionally endemic mountain bike audience.

Pinkbike Academy

I produced a short film by Brian Vernor about bikepacking the Black Canyon Trail with a bunch of freeriders.

The Black Canyon Trail

We launched Pinkbike's video group test series as an annual event in 2018. It's grown from there, with three Field Tests in 2020, and plans for four in 2021.

Field Test

A tongue in cheek mini-doc created to lampoon the slow-changing bike industry. But, it turns out the extreme geometry I extrapolated from historical trends might actually have some merit.

The Grim Donut

It was a pleasure to consult on Munro Thompson's waałšiʔaƛin documentary.

The award-winning film follows several generations of Huu-ay-aht First Nations working to overcome the devastating effects of colonization, heal and rebuild their homelands, restore the connection to their traditional culture, and bring their people home.

waałšiʔaƛin (Coming Home)

Like everyone, when things locked down in early 2020, we started a podcast. It's mostly repetitive jokes and weird takes on obscure bike tech. Somehow though, our unvarnished commentary on mountain biking has become the biggest podcast in the sport.

The Pinkbike Podcast

Content Marketing Manager

Content Specialist

Head of Editorial

Overseeing mountain bike and gear across Pinkbike, Velo, Outside Magazine, and more.

Brian Park

2021