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Steve Keeley is a dedicated member of the CMMBA team, residing in Clare. His passion for mountain biking is evident through the array of bikes he owns and rides, including a 2019 Canyon Neuron Trail bike, a 2021 Framed Alaskan Carbon fat tire bike, and a 2022 Canyon Spectral:ON Enduro EBike. When it comes to favorite trails, Steve's love for variety prevents him from selecting just one, but he holds Copper Harbor in high regard, with Marquette as a close second. In 2023, Steve is embarking on his first year as a mountain bike racer, set to participate in events such as the Down Country Enduro at DTE and the renowned IceMan race. Luckily, Steve has managed to avoid any serious injuries during his mountain biking endeavors. Among his favorite bike components is the dropper post. Outside of his involvement with CMMBA, Steve extends his love for the sport by volunteering as a coach for the Midland Mountain Bike Crew and the 906 Adventure Team Midland. During the day, he works as an Electrical Engineer, showcasing his technical expertise. Steve also enjoys watching the "Calirado Kid". His dedication to the mountain biking community and his diverse experiences in the sport make him a valuable asset to CMMBA, and he's always eager to share his knowledge and enthusiasm with fellow members.

Darren Bartle, a dedicated board member of CMMBA, resides in Midland, MI, and is a proud owner of several bikes, including the Trek Fuel Ex, Trek Farley, Trek Stache, and Salsa Journeyman. Among the trails in Michigan, NTN South Trails in Marquette holds a special place in Darren's heart.

Darren is an MTB racer, with the Crusher and Polar Roll being top favorites. Although there haven't been any major injuries, there have been a fair share of minor mishaps along the way. Darren's cherished bike component is the dropper seat post, enhancing the ride experience.

When it comes to MTB content, Darren enjoys watching "Call of a Lifetime," a docuseries on the 2022 Lifetime Grand Prix race series, and "Adventure Stache." Beyond the CMMBA board, Darren plays a crucial role in running the Adventure Team Midland, a part of the 906 Adventure Team, and is a certified BICP mountain bike skill instructor.

During the day, Darren works as a Journeyman Lineman, but at the moment, he's taken on the role of a stay-at-home dad. He extends a warm invitation to fellow CMMBA members, emphasizing that mountain biking is a sport for everyone, and encourages all to come out to events or clinics. As a community, they aim to help the mountain biking community grow and hope to see everyone on the trails!

Malcolm Fox, a founding board member with CMMBA, resides near Mt. Pleasant and has

many bikes, including an XC race bike, several trail bikes, a gravel bike, and a fat bike. His

heart belongs to several favorite trails, including the Marquette NTN system, the many trails

on the Keweenaw Peninsula, and his own backyard trail. He also enjoys riding throughout the

western US.

Malcolm enjoys MTB racing and has a tie between two favorites: "24 Hours in the Old Pueblo" and "Iceman". He is an avid follower of many MTB shows, podcasts, and YouTube channels,

including Singletrack Sampler, Seth and Co., GMBN, Syd and Macky, BKXC, TrainerRoad,

and more.

Beyond the CMMBA board, Malcolm contributes to the MTB community through trail building,

riding and racing with his local club, and simply enjoying time out on the trails. In his

professional life, he is retired from 40 years in the field of municipal water supply and public

works. Malcolm extends a warm invitation to fellow CMMBA members, sharing his extensive

experience and love for the sport.

Crystal works in the bicycle industry for Quality Bicycle Products, the largest bicycle industry distributor in North America. Mountain biking is her first love, but she also enjoys gravel riding and fat biking. Her favorite CMMBA trail is Verity Creek (part of the trail system currently known as “Burns Road,” soon transitioning to Sanford Pathway). Her favorite place to ride in Michigan is Palmer Woods. When she’s not out on the trails, she enjoys following MTB YouTube channels—especially Syd and Macky, Berm Peak, and PinkBike.

John Keyes, the Race Event Coordinator at CMMBA, resides in Saginaw. His bike collection includes a Pivot Mach 429, Pivot Les, Transition PBJ, and a custom BMX by FBM. He has a fondness for the Burns Road trails locally and enjoys riding at Hanson Hills and Boyne Forest Trails around the state.

As an MTB racer, John's favorite race is the 8 Hours of Ithaca. Remarkably, he has managed to avoid serious injuries, with the most significant mishap being stitches in 2022. John's favorite bike components are wheels and tires, crucial for a smooth ride.

In terms of MTB content, he follows Vital MTB and Pinkbike. Beyond the CMMBA board, John is actively involved as a coach with MMBC and cycling through Boy Scouts. In his day job, he works as an engineer, and he has a simple yet compelling message to share with CMMBA members: "Riding bikes is fun!"

Chris Maltby serves as the Trail Coordinator in Alma, MI, for CMMBA. He resides in Alma and has a passion for riding several bikes, including the Cannondale FSi 1 Himod, Ritchey Outback, and Ritchey Road Logic. His favorite trail is Big M, and he's a dedicated participant in the Lumberjack 100, having completed 12 of them.

While Chris hasn't experienced serious injuries from mountain biking, he has some interesting encounters, including being hit by a deer and bitten by a goat. His favorite component on his bike is not specified, but he enjoys anything related to bike racing in MTB shows and YouTube channels.

Outside of the CMMBA board, Chris extends his involvement to the Friends of the Fred Meijer Heartland Trail, where he has been instrumental in getting three public repair stands installed this year. In his day job, he is the owner of Terry's Cycle. Chris encourages CMMBA members to share his passion for cycling and invites them to join in and enjoy the trails.

Casey Smith, a board member with CMMBA, resides in Sanford, Michigan, and boasts a collection of three bikes, including two fatties and a gravel bike. Among Michigan's trails, Casey's top pick is Burns Road. While not a professional MTB racer, Casey has a deep fondness for the ICEMAN race.

In the early days of MTB journey, a handlebar incident resulted in a slight shoulder separation, but that didn't deter Casey, who continued riding throughout the season. Casey's favorite bike component is the Rolling Thunder tires, and they enjoy watching the SHRED SHED series on PinkBike.

Beyond the CMMBA board, Casey lends support to the local bike shop, almost like a part-time job (shhh, don't tell the wife). Casey's day job is as a Sales Manager at Richardson CDJR / Chevrolet Gladwin, a family-run business, and Casey The Auto Guy is the name to ask for.

Casey's message to CMMBA members highlights the transformative power of mountain biking, having shed over 100 pounds thanks to the sport, and encourages others to get out and ride.

Calvin Webber is a member of the CMMBA board, residing in Sanford, Michigan. He's an enthusiastic rider, owning a Commencal Clash for Enduro MTB, a Norco Rampage for Dirt Jumping, and a Poseidon X for gravel biking. Calvin's preferred trail destination is in Marquette. While not a competitive MTB racer, he takes pleasure in watching races and creating content on YouTube. By day, he works as a financial analyst and is eager to share his biking experiences with CMMBA members. A headshot photo of Calvin can be found here.

Pat Richards, a board member for CMMBA, lives in Mt. Pleasant and owns several bikes. His favorite trail center is Copper Harbor, he enjoys watching Cold Rolled on YouTube. He is a member of Bike League and works as an attorney.

Stacie Scherman is a member of the CMMBA board, lives in Bay City,  and owns an outdoor recreation business in Midland. She started mountain biking at City Forest in 2020 and has since ridden in 9 states and the UP. Her favorite trails outside of Michigan are in Sedona, AZ. In Michigan,  Stacie loves the trails around Munising.

Stacie owns a Trek road bike, Specialized hard tail, Minnesota fat tire, and her newest and favorite full suspension Giant. She loves mountain biking as a way to explore new areas and connect with nature.

Outside of mountain biking, Stacie loves spending time outdoors hiking, kayaking, and skiing. She owns a camper van and loves traveling and exploring the country. At home in the warmer months, she enjoys helping others enjoy the outdoors through her outdoor adventure company.

Mark is an avid mountain biker and you will find him on the trail with his Trek Farley Ex, Salsa Carbon Beargrease, Salsa Spearfish or his favorite bike, the Chumba Stella. Mark believes no matter the season, there’s always the right bike for the ride!

His favorite trail system is Marquette, with Midland City Forest as a close second. Mark loves a good challenge whether it's grinding through Marji Gesick, braving the cold at Polar Roll, pushing his limits at Yankee Springs TT, or hammering through Rust/Sweat Shaker. He believes trails should be tough, rewarding, and built to last—that’s the energy he wants to bring to Midland City Forest.