Mike F

I recently worked with Patrick on a cornering mini-clinic at Kingdom Trails in Vermont. Mountain biking has been a passion of mine since high school (25 years ago) and in the last few years, focused skills practice has dramatically elevated my riding. Cornering was one skill I didn't know how to practice or really assess. Patrick was inquisitive about my goals and experiences, then worked with me to define and refine the movement components. I appreciated how much time we spent on the trail working through a variety of corners (flat, bermed, various substrates, etc.) The progression was obvious, especially since I ride these trails often. The community aspect of DCA really speaks to me too. Especially after these summers of flooding, anything one can do to build support and community is a worthwhile endeavor. Developing this through biking, where skill development can also be supported, is even better! I'm excited to be part of this community and encourage others to as well!