Welcome to episode 31 of Explore Magazine’s “Live the Adventure” Podcast.
When you think of a mountain biking destination in Canada, where comes to mind?
Vancouver? Golden? Canmore?
How about Neepawa, Dauphin and Minnedosa—all in Manitoba? Yes, it’s true. Manitoba has a burgeoning mountain bike scene, with parks and trails popping up all over the province.
Today, my guests are Alex Man and Melissa Stefaniw. Based near Dauphin, they raise funds, build trails, organize events and get the word out about Manitoba’s mountain bike scene.
But what exactly is Manitoba’s mountain bike scene? How does it differ?
And can it compete?
Let’s find out!
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