Depending upon your vested interest in mountain biking, and to what degree you’re committed to the sport and lifestyle, you may or may not know about the politics behind our existing trail networks –and what it takes to establish and develop the trails we’ve grown to appreciate.

Productions">Duthie Hill Bike Park, Issaquah, WA. Scene from
"Pedal-Driven." Photo by: Howell at the Moon
Productions

It’s not as easy as one might think, and sometimes there’s a chance of disparity at the planning table –noticeably divided between the riders, landowners and the land managers. And each group justifiably has a valid stance.

“Pedal-Driven” is a documentary about this sometimes-challenging process, with a hefty dose of technical riding and amazing trails.

The film opens with a focus on relationships between groups in Leavenworth, Washington, specifically involving the Wentachee/Okanogan National Forest. A destination that’s become internationally known for its outstanding outdoor recreation and natural resources, which consists of a 4-million acre zone along the eastern slopes of the Cascade Range.

Needless to say, there should be plenty of room for everyone to play in the sandbox.

Visit "the Traverse" for more about the film and to watch the trailer.

Visit PedalDriven.org to purchase the DVD. All net profits from the film will be donated to future sustainable trail building and land stewardship efforts. The film is sponsored by: Diamondback, Specialized, Shimano, Clif Bar, Pyramid Breweries, the City of Leavenworth, Yakima, Timberland, and Stevens Pass Bike Park, with promotional support from Pinkbike and Bike Magazine.

Justin Gural is a contributor and editor at VentureThere.com, a member of USA TODAY’s Travel Alliance which covers adventure sports, active travel and the outdoor lifestyle.