Pontiac Lake Adventure Challenge 2026

MCMBA Mountain Bike Skills Clinic

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Date:Sunday May 17, 2026

Time: 9 AM - 4 PM

Location: Novi Lakeshore Park - Tree Farm (Pavillion #2 near the bathrooms)

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Welcome to the MCMBA Skills Clinic!

Ready to level up your season?

Stop "surviving" the trails and start thriving on them! Whether you want to clear that stubborn rock garden, nail a steep climb, or finally feel in control during fast descents, our inclusive MTB clinic is for you.

Why Join Us?

· 1:5 Ratio: You get personalized attention from 5 pro coaches.

· All Skill Levels: We group you by ability (Beginner to Intermediate).

· Real Skills: We practice on the grass, then take it straight to the dirt.

The Coaches: Vikki, Lisa, Melissa, Jimmie, and Crystal are ready to help you unleash your full potential on two wheels.

Limit: 25 Riders

Must haves: Helmet, properly functioning mountain bike, and a "can-do" attitude! (Flat pedals = your best friend for this one).

We will cover some skills on the grassy areas and some skills will be covered on the trail.

Skills potentially being covered along with some trail application are listed below:

Ready Positions

Bike/Body separation

Braking, shifting

Climbing, descending

Ratcheting

Small circles

Switchbacks

Cornering

Front and rear wheel lift

Rolldown and rolldown lunge

Skinnies

Level lift

1/4 punch front wheel lift

Track Stand

Advanced braking

Intermediate cornering

Steep descents (if the trail has this available)

Berm cornering (if the trail has berms)

Basic pumping (if pump section or track is available)

Intro to drops

Trail manual

Bunny hop

Intro to jumping

Welcome to the 20th MCMBA Milford Bike Fest and Trail Challenge!

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN! $25

Join us for a day of exploring by bikes around Milford's well-connected trail system!

Milford is an official Pure Michigan Trail Town and we are here to celebrate and showcase all that is offered. Five singletrack mountain bike trails and several paved pathways are fully accessible from Downtown Milford. Create your own adventure with fellow riders or join a group ride across this vast trail system. After riding, join us on the patio of Main Street Grill for a drink then grab a bite from one of the local eateries.

Tailor your ride from family-friendly paved rides, guided epic shreds, or take it all in with your own curated adventure.

THIS IS NOT A RACE. This your chance to explore, expand your community, and find new favorite places.

Visit the links on the left to learn more about the connected trail system and how to prepare for the event. Looking to conquer a new challenge? Try one of our GUIDED RIDES like the GRANDE TOUR, GIRLS GONE DIRT ladies only ride, INTRO'S TO HIGHLAND & PROUD LAKE, or go big with the CENTURY CHALLENGE!

PRE-REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN THROUGH JUNE 5 @ NOON. COST IS $25 (DAY-OF IS $30). Youth 15 and under are FREE with an adult registration! All proceeds benefit the MCMBA trails we all love and enjoy.

Registration includes: One beverage ticket that will be good for a beer from the MCMBA Beer Tent at Main Street Grill, or a pop. You will also receive access to all guided rides, a name plate for your bike and the Festival booklet that includes detailed maps of the entire trail system.

Event proceeds benefit The Motor City Mountain Biking Association. Learn more about the MCMBA by clicking HERE

REGISTER NOW TO JOIN THE FESTIVITIES AND SUPPORT LOCAL CYCLING!

We are excited to return for our annual Cogs & Kegs bike ride! This year's event will begin and end at Lincoln Yard in Birmingham.

The 30-mile route departs at 6:30 PM and is for experienced riders, keeping a fast pace around 18 miles/hour. This ride is not for the faint of heart, so please only choose this distance if you are a seasoned rider and can stay with the group.

Casual riders are encouraged to choose the 10-mile route which will begin at 7 PM.

Registration for both events will open at 5:30 PM.

All riders will enjoy a post-ride celebration with dinner and a beer at Lincoln Yard upon their return. Bike racks will be available and monitored while participants enjoy their meal.

Helmets are required, and both the 10-mile and the 30-mile routes will have police escorts for safety. Thank you to the Bloomfield Township Police Department, Michigan State Police, Beverly Hills Department of Public Safety, and City of Birmingham Police Department!