THE DIRT
Welcome to The Dirt, your favorite monthly newsletter. If you wanna get informed, get outside, and get involved in your local Central Ohio trails, then get "the dirt" from us.
The dirt: April 2026
THE DIRT on a COMBO Member Giveaway, Races and Trail Days, Group Rides this Month, Coaches Application, + MORE!
2026 Annual COMBO Meeting
Take a few minutes to dive in, get inspired, and start planning your season. We’ve got a big year ahead and we’re stoked to have you along for the ride.
Strength Through Service. On and Off the Trails
With an enormous donation made by Atlas Butler, we’re excited to share that the Alum Creek Flow Trail Project is now FULLY FUNDED & will be breaking ground soon!
Rooted in Conservation, Built for Community
Today, we’re excited to share that COMBO was the recipient of the Community Park & Trail Grant, awarding $50,000 right back into our trails from Preservation Parks.
The dirt: March 2026
The Dirt on Rider Education Classes, We’re Hiring Coaches, New FUNduro Race, Gravel Day Training Rides + MORE!
Getting Lost in the Woods, the right way!
Today, we’re shining a spotlight on LITW and the incredible role they play in supporting COMBO.
How Trek is helping our trails!
We're sending a huge THANK YOU to Trek Bikes for the incredible support they’ve given COMBO over the years.
The dirt: February 2026
The Dirt on MTB Being Added to Pelotonia’s Gravel Day in 2026, FUNduro Race Series Dates, our Spring Meeting + MORE!
Remembering 2025
Remembering the impact all of YOU helped have on mountain biking in Central Ohio In 2025!
Freeze Thaw Effect
When is it ok to ride without doing permanent damage to the trail? Understanding the freeze-thaw cycle can help you make that decision.
The dirt: June 2025
The Dirt on New Trials & How to Support Them, Women Crush Wednesdays, FUNduro Races, + MORE!
The dirt: May 2025
The Dirt on our Hills Before the Hustle Merch Collab, Enduro Racing in Central Ohio, Dirt School for Novice Riders, + MORE!
The dirt: April 2025
The Dirt on the Connector Trail, our Sustainable Trail Building Course, MTB License Plates, & Races are BACK!
The dirt: March 2025
The Dirt on our NEW Trail Crew Committees, a Town Hall Meeting, & our Sustainable Trail Building Course