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Open Bob Middagh Trail to bikes

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Mark Slate
11 years ago

Bicycle use between Mill Valley and Corte Madera could certainly be more pleasant and safer. What do the horse owners think?

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Michael Yares
11 years ago

Have safe routes for all is a basic premise in a civil society.

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Joan Slate
11 years ago

Keep cyclists safe! Please open!

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doug barta
11 years ago

If the tunnel isn't open this is a much safer alternative.

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Theo Lillie
11 years ago

Please open Bob M to Mountain Bikers.

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Robin Furner
11 years ago

I recently became pregnant and plan to continue biking up until 6 months of pregnancy. Now that I am pregnant, I definitely prefer my full-suspension mountain bike over my road bike. It's also nice to be away from cars while mountain biking. However, I have to ride slower now and avoid steep grades to avoid overheating. There are very few mountain bike trails in Marin that don't have steep grades. I would love to see more trail options for mountain biking in Marin. I would also like to see more trail connectivity in Marin. As much as possible, I like to bike from my house to the trail to avoid car pollution. It's easier to do this when trail systems are connected. I also hike, but prefer mountain biking so I can avoid using my car to get to trails. Very few trailheads have secure bike parking available. I live in Corte Madera and Ring Mountain is the only trail system close enough to walk to. While mountain bikes are allowed on the fire roads there, access roads are too steep to try and get there without a car. The fire roads there are also pretty steep to ride - it is very rare for me to ever encounter mountain bikers there, even though they are allowed. If there are concerns about the Bob Middagh trail being too narrow to accommodate bikes, why not widen it a bit? Maybe some invasive vegetation like French Broom could be pulled to create a bit more space? Two good things could be accomplished at once. I would be happy to volunteer time to help with any trail-widening efforts if needed.

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Matt Daley
11 years ago

Equality for all taxpayers and user groups please!

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Jeff Leslie
11 years ago

I live in Greenbrae. I vote, pay property taxes, and I encourage you to support opening up more multi use trails to mountain bikes. Thanks! - Jeff

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gabe sanctuary
11 years ago

support future generations.

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Steven Gravenites
11 years ago

More trails.......... less jails!

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Steve Duddles
11 years ago

Long past time to open trails to bikes in Marin.

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Jim Cressa
11 years ago

Seems like a no brainer, by the way, I've been riding that trail for 25 years and 'Nimbyism ' should not be a factor in a simple decision!

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Sandor Lengyel
11 years ago

Mountain Bikes were summarily banned from nearly all single track in Marin in 1982. 32 years of institutional discrimination by Marin's land managers is enough!

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Andrew Stuart
11 years ago

Have fun and get people off their high horse.

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Cole
11 years ago

This is a good start

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Brian Daniels
11 years ago

Mountain bikers are not bad people.

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Helen
11 years ago

the most exciting, inclusive and vibrant communities in the USA embrace the sport of mountain biking and support all participants - families, pros, weekend warriors and foster multiuse outdoor space

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Aaron
11 years ago

share the (off) road!

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Sara
11 years ago

Come on, Marin! You're good enough, smart enough, and doggone it, it's time to open trails for bikes! Your children, grandchildren and planet are asking you.

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Matt weeder
11 years ago

yes. Open this trail to all users!