Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association

### Context Profile for Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA)

#### 1. Organization Mission & Cause
The Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association (TAMBA) is dedicated to promoting and enhancing mountain biking opportunities in the Lake Tahoe region. Their mission focuses on trail advocacy, maintenance, and the promotion of responsible mountain biking practices. They aim to foster a community of mountain bikers while ensuring sustainable trail access and environmental stewardship.

#### 2. Type of Activities
TAMBA engages in a variety of activities, including:
- **Trail Maintenance and Advocacy**: Organizing volunteer days for trail work and advocating for mountain biking access.
- **Community Events**: Hosting events like the "Corral Night Ride," which combines biking with community engagement through fun activities such as costume contests and scavenger hunts.
- **Fundraising Campaigns**: Running campaigns to support trail maintenance and community programs.
- **Membership Programs**: Encouraging local bikers to become members for benefits like discounted event registration and access to exclusive activities.

#### 3. Tone of Voice
The tone of TAMBA's communications is:
- **Friendly and Inviting**: The language used is approachable, encouraging community participation and engagement.
- **Casual and Fun**: Especially evident in event descriptions, the tone is light-hearted and emphasizes enjoyment and camaraderie among participants.
- **Informative**: Provides clear details about events, membership, and trail advocacy efforts without being overly formal.

#### 4. Emoji Usage
TAMBA does not prominently use emojis in their website content or email communications. Their messaging is straightforward and professional, focusing on clarity and engagement through text rather than visual elements like emojis.

#### 5. Key Facts
- **Founding Information**: Established to support mountain biking in the Tahoe area, specific founding date not provided on the website.
- **Scale**: TAMBA has organized multiple events and campaigns, with a total of 9 forms and 22 email campaigns indicating an active engagement with the community.
- **Impact Metrics**: While specific metrics are not detailed on the website, the organization emphasizes community involvement and sustainable trail practices.
- **Volunteer Information**: TAMBA encourages volunteers for trail maintenance and events, fostering a strong community spirit among local mountain bikers.

#### 6. Writing Guidelines
- **Style**: Use a friendly, casual tone that encourages community involvement. Avoid overly formal language.
- **Structure**: Clear headings and bullet points can enhance readability, especially for event details and calls to action.
- **Clarity**: Provide essential information upfront, such as event dates, registration details, and membership benefits.
- **Engagement**: Use inclusive language that invites participation and fosters a sense of belonging within the mountain biking community.

This context profile should serve as a guide for generating personalized content that resonates with TAMBA's mission and engages their community effectively.

Includes access to all the demo bikes on offer and use of the exclusive shuttles between 9am-12pm.

6/21 Demo Day Morning Session (9am-12pm)

Includes access to all the demo bikes on offer and use of the exclusive shuttles between 1pm-4pm.

6/21 Demo Day Afternoon Session (1pm-4pm)

Includes use of the exclusive shuttles between 9am-12pm. DOES NOT INCLUDE ACCESS TO DEMO BIKES, participants must bring their own bikes to ride. Please note shuttles that can carry e-bikes will be limited.

6/21 Shuttle-Only Ticket Morning Session (9am-12pm)

Includes use of the exclusive shuttles between 1pm-4pm. DOES NOT INCLUDE ACCESS TO DEMO BIKES, participants must bring their own bikes to ride. Please note shuttles that can carry e-bikes will be limited.

6/21 Shuttle-Only Ticket Afternoon Session (1pm-4pm)

Registration for the morning intermediate skills clinic presented by A Singletrack Mind (9am-12pm). DOES NOT INCLUDE ACCESS TO DEMO BIKES OR SHUTTLES, participants must bring their own bikes.

6/21 Intermediate Skills Clinic Morning Session (9am-12pm)

Registration for the afternoon intermediate skills clinic presented by A Singletrack Mind (1pm-4pm). DOES NOT INCLUDE ACCESS TO DEMO BIKES OR SHUTTLES, participants must bring their own bikes.

6/21 Intermediate Skills Clinic Afternoon Session (1pm-4pm)

Registration for the Tahoe Triple Crown (advanced ride). Includes access to the ride rest stops, one free beverage at the Sunday afternoon festival, and the exclusive ride t-shirt.

6/22 Advanced Ride - Tahoe Triple Crown

Registration for the Paradise Loop (intermediate ride). Includes access to the ride rest stops, one free beverage at the Sunday afternoon festival, and the exclusive ride t-shirt.

6/22 Intermediate Ride - Paradise Loop

Registration for Demo Day Shenanigans! We'll be running a bike log pull and rim fixing competition during the Demo Day lunch break (12:15pm-12:45pm) so you can get your ride in and then compete for fun prizes.

Saturday Shenanigans (6/21)

Registration for Sunday shenanigans!  Join us for the grand shenanigans cyclocross at the Sunday afternoon festival for your chance to be crowned Tahoe's King or Queen! Winners will take home a bespoke trophy and eternal glory.

Sunday Shenanigans (6/22)- ADULT

Child registration for Sunday shenanigans!  Join us for the grand shenanigans cyclocross at the Sunday afternoon festival for your chance to be crowned Tahoe's King or Queen! Winners will take home a bespoke trophy and eternal glory.

Sunday Shenanigans (6/22)- CHILD (under 18)

The <a href="https://tamba.org/tahoe-mountain-bike-festival/" target="_blank">Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival</a> is back for its 13th year! Join us to celebrate Tahoe's trails and community with music, shenanigans, bikes, and good company. *NOTE: this is a registration page for the bike Demo Day, skills clinics, and coordinated rides. The festival on Sunday is free and does not require registration.* SCHEDULE:SATURDAY 6/21: BIKE DEMO DAY AND SKILLS CLINICS @ CORRALSUNDAY 6/22: ADVANCED AND INTERMEDIATE RIDES and the FREE TAHOE MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL @ TAHOE PARADISE PARK ABOUT THE EVENTS:BIKE DEMO DAY (6/21)Location: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps?q=38.872476,+-119.982211" target="_blank">Corral trail parking lot</a> and the Corral trail network.Schedule: two separate time slots are available - the morning session (9am-12pm) and afternoon session (1pm-4pm). - All Demo Day participants will need to check in prior to the start of their session at the TAMBA booth in Corral parking lot. Morning session check-in opens at 8:30am and afternoon session check-in opens at 12:30pm. - Both sessions include the use of exclusive shuttles providing regular access to the Corral trail network—high quality singletrack riding with something for riders of all levels to enjoy. - Brands available to demo will include Specialized, Mondraker, Trek, Pivot, Santa Cruz, Cannondale, and Apogee.Price: pre-registration costs just $65 (spaces are limited so sign up early!), or you can register at the event for $75 if spaces are still available. Registered riders will have access to all the bikes at the Demo Day, as well as the exclusive shuttles. SKILLS CLINICS presented by A Singletrack Mind - NEW FOR 2025! (6/21)Location: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/38%C2%B052'20.9%22N+119%C2%B058'56.0%22W/@38.872476,-119.9847859,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d38.872476!4d-119.982211?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUwMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank">Corral trail parking lot</a> and Armstrong Connector trail.Schedule: two separate time slots are available - the morning session (9am-12pm) and afternoon session (1pm-4pm). - All skills clinic participants will need to check in prior to the start of their session at the TAMBA booth in Corral parking lot. Morning session check-in opens at 8:30am and afternoon session check-in opens at 12:30pm. - Both sessions will be geared towards intermediate level riders, focused on mastering mountain biking fundamentals and progressions. - The clinics will specifically focus on wheel lifts, cornering, braking, slow and high speed, balance, body position, variance of these skills, and more.- The first part of each session will be dedicated to working on skills off-trail, followed by the opportunity to put them into practice on Armstrong Connector trail.- Skills clinic participants must bring their own bike; demo bikes will not be available to use. Price: pre-registration costs just $65 (spaces are limited so sign up early!), or you can register at the event for $75 if spaces are still available. Capacity is limited to a maximum of 8 riders per session so reserve your spot now before they sell out! THE RIDES (6/22)We will have two separate ride options to suit different rider levels: advanced and intermediate.Price: book your spot today and take advantage of the special pre-registration rate of $55, or you can register at the event for $65 if spaces are still available. - Registration includes access to TAMBA rest stops along the ride and one (1) drink ticket for redemption at the festival. You'll also be rewarded with an exclusive Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival rider t-shirt for completing the ride, designed by our talented friends at <a href="https://www.risegraphics.com/" target="_blank">RISE Designs</a>!Ride Routes:- TAHOE TRIPLE CROWN (ADVANCED ROUTE). The Tahoe Triple Crown is a 25-mile popular expert route located near Meyers, CA. This mountain bike-only route can be used in one direction and has a hard overall physical rating. This route includes 25 trails and climbs 4,836 ft with a max elevation of 8,974 ft then descends -4,998 ft.<a href="https://www.trailforks.com/route/tamba-tahoe-triple-crown/" target="_blank">Check out the interactive map on Trailforks.</a>- TAMBA PARADISE LOOP (INTERMEDIATE ROUTE).  At 11 miles in length with roughly 1,000 ft of vertical climbing, the Paradise Loop is less suffering but no less fun than the Tahoe Triple Crown! Not only does this ride showcase some stunning local scenery, it also begins and ends at the main Sunday festival site in Tahoe Paradise Park. That means intermediate riders can roll straight into the main festival after their ride to enjoy food, drinks, and live music. No driving from a trailhead required!<a href="https://www.trailforks.com/route/tamba-paradise-loop-56496/" target="_blank">Check out the interactive map on Trailforks.</a>Rest stops: there will be several rest stops offering free snacks and beverages for registered riders, including delicious <a href="https://tahoetrailbar.com/" target="_blank">Tahoe Trail Bars</a>. These are not supported rides, so prepare for a long day with plenty of snacks, water, sunscreen, and bike tools!Start time: there is no official start time for either ride, but all registered riders must check in at the TAMBA booth at <a href="https://www.tahoeparadisepark.com/" target="_blank">Tahoe Paradise Park</a> prior to starting their ride. - Advanced route riders can check in any time from 7:30am onwards on the morning of the ride, and intermediate route riders can check-in from 8:30am.- Start at your leisure, but plan on joining us at the Sunday festival afterwards for all the festivities, to redeem your token for one free beverage, and to show off your jazzy new rider t-shirt (bragging to your friends is totally allowed). The Sunday festival begins at 12pm at Tahoe Paradise Park.Check-in: (in case you missed it the first time) all registered riders must check in prior to starting the ride. There are a few different options available:- At the bike Demo Day on 6/21. Head to the TAMBA tent located in the <a href="https://www.trailforks.com/poi/3939/" target="_blank">Corral parking lot</a> between 9am-4pm.- At <a href="https://www.tahoeparadisepark.com/" target="_blank">Tahoe Paradise Park</a> on 6/22. Come see us at the TAMBA tent from 7:30am for the advanced ride and from 8:30am for the intermediate ride. SATURDAY SHENANIGANS (6/21)Location: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/38%C2%B052'20.9%22N+119%C2%B058'56.0%22W/@38.872476,-119.9847859,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d38.872476!4d-119.982211?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUwMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank">Corral Parking Lot</a>Time: 12:15pm-12:45pmPrice: Free!Registration for Demo Day Shenanigans! We'll be running a bike log pull and rim fixing competition during the Demo Day lunch break (12:15pm-12:45pm) so you can get your ride in and then compete for fun prizes. Spots are limited- to register here to get yours! SUNDAY SHENANIGANS (6/22)Location: <a href="https://www.tahoeparadisepark.com/" target="_blank">Tahoe Paradise Park</a>Time: 3pm-4pmPrice: Free!Join us for the grand shenanigans cyclocross at the Sunday afternoon festival for your chance to be crowned Tahoe's King or Queen! Winners will take home a bespoke trophy and eternal glory. Both Adult and Child spots are limited- register here to get yours! MORE INFORMATION:Check out the official Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival website at <a href="//tamba.org/tahoemtbfest​," target="_blank">tamba.org/tahoemtbfest,</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:info@tamba.org" target="_blank">info@tamba.org</a> with any questions. All ticket sale proceeds go directly towards building and maintaining Tahoe trails in support of TAMBA’s mission. The Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival would not be possible without your awesome support. NOT YET A TAMBA MEMBER?:This event is open to everyone, but you can show your support for trail stewardship by <a href="https://tamba.org/join/" target="_blank">joining TAMBA</a> for as little as $20. Want to go above and beyond? Donors of $1,000 or more become part of our Core Supporter Program, helping fund our organization to build more trails and support the community. Follow TAMBA to stay connected to our trail building and community events:<ul><li>Sign up for the <a href="https://us13.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2fde26cf08fd8f0cd3fc3bd4d&amp;id=6defea587f" target="_blank">TAMBA newsletter</a></li><li>Follow TAMBA on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TAMBAtahoe" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tambatahoe/" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li></ul>

Tahoe Area Mountain Biking Association

2025 Tahoe Mountain Bike Festival: Demo Day and Rides

Corral Trail

6/21 Shuttle-Only Ticket Morning Session (9am-12pm)

$40

6/21 Shuttle-Only Ticket Afternoon Session (1pm-4pm)

$40

6/21 Intermediate Skills Clinic Afternoon Session (1pm-4pm)

$65

Saturday Shenanigans (6/21)

Free

Sunday Shenanigans (6/22)- ADULT

Free

Sunday Shenanigans (6/22)- CHILD (under 18)

Free

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