I'm just predawn dips in the river before heading out for another day on the trail where the steams coming off the river.

It's like the most tranquil moment ever, and you're like, Why would you be getting in like a 45 degree river when you're about to head out on the trail for a day?

And it's actually just warming?

My name's Chris Scott and I am owner and the guide for Shannon DOA Mountain Touring The goal of creating the Virginia Mountain Bike Trail was actually part of, ah, larger piece of a full Eastern route from New England.

Down to Florida, we figured, Hey, we already know that we've got this amazing root here in Virginia.

Let's just complete this and really get it to stand alone on its own.

There's a large annual effort that goes into removing dead fall on cutting back rush and refreshing tread.

We did a lot of research with the local communities to make sure we have a sustainable route that would keep being looked after year after year.

But it's a great idea to take a very lightweight folding hand saw can be a huge help cutting some small limbs that are blocking the trail.

Lending a hand goes a long way the Virginia Mountain Bike Trail.

From a solo standpoint, it is a full on two week commitment of being out there and pushing through eight hours a day.

So it's It's quite an arduous attempt.

You know.

A lot of people break it down into four and five day segments, so much to be had out there.

I hope you guys get a chance to have a great ride out there.