About MMBA
LMB is MMBA. We UNIFY Michigan’s mountain bike and trail riders into one voice. We ADVOCATE for the trails that make Michigan mountain biking great. We EDUCATE the next generation of riders on how to protect them.
In 2023, LMB absorbed MMBA and relaunched its work under the Michigan Mountain Bike Alliance. We’re building on the Michigan Mountain Biking Association’s legacy — MMBA served as Michigan’s statewide voice for natural-surface singletrack trails from 1990 to 2022. Read on to see what we’re doing to keep that voice strong.
Michigan has some of the best mountain biking in the country — no soaring peaks, but relentless, varied terrain unlike anywhere else. Every ride tests you with rolling climbs, sharp descents, and every surface imaginable. These trails are a natural treasure. We need to protect them, grow them, and keep them open — and we need you to help.
MMBA Statewide Workgroup
MMBA hosts a working group meeting on the first Thursday of every month at 7:00pm. The group is made up of mountain bikers from across Michigan who work to tackle local issues which have statewide impacts. It also serves as an information conduit for the mountain biking community.
If interested in getting involved in these workgroup meetings, please sign up here to be added to the meeting list. For detailed questions or help with a issue on your trails contact MMBA lead Neal Glazebrook at neal@lmb.org.
Advocacy Initiatives
Right to Ride Bill: In response to SB 1191, which had the potential to harm already established access to public trails for mountain bikers, LMB x MMBA launched a call to action. The effort led to an overwhelming response from the mountain biking community and LMB sent a letter to the Michigan Senate seeking reconsideration of the bill. It was withdrawn and has not been reintroduced for consideration since.
Funding for Trails: Efforts to Secure Funding for Natural Surface Trails through the MDNR and the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund began in early 2024 and are ongoing. – LMB advocates for mountain biking trail funding from the DNR and the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund.
Programming
Paused for 2026
Beginner-Friendly Mountain Bike Group Rides: In 2023, MMBA certified ride leaders held five beginner-friendly MTB group rides in the lower peninsula at Burchfield Park in Lansing and Island Lake State Rec. Area in Brighton.
Mountain Bike FUNdamental Skills Clinics: In 2025, MMBA launched and hosted four MTB FUNdamental skills clinics in different areas of the state to educate and encourage riders of all abilities, with one specifically held for women. In 2025, MMBA is planning to hold the
next series of 12 clinics to include fundamental skills, intermediate skills, cornering, a women’s weekend, and a weekend-long bikepacking 101 course.
First Time Racers’ Clinic: In June 2025, leading up to the Addison Oaks Classic, certified MMBA coaches held a free first-time racers’ clinic covering starts, passing, hydration, nutrition, and trail etiquette. To date, two participants have podiumed at races they have entered post-clinic. Both riders have praised the coaches stating the information gained through these clinics made their podium moments possible.
Trailblazing Grants
New in 2024, MMBA’s Trailblazing Grants will fund the building, maintenance, and development of mountain bike trails in Michigan. This program is intended to expand access to and improve natural surface trails and projects related to mountain biking. The very first round of grant recipients will be announced later this summer. Paused for 2025 and 2026. We are actively looking for a sponsor to bring these important grants back for the mountain biking and trail community.
Join MMBA x LMB
Your membership in MMBA will strengthen our voice and give us the standing to represent the mountain biking community with state lawmakers. Our strength is in our numbers and together, we advocate for the interests of ALL bicyclists across the great state of Michigan.
You asked for it. We heard you. LMB is excited to now offer MMBA membership categories. A MMBA membership gives you the same member perks as being a LMB member, but now you can show off your support for our work to improve mountain biking in Michigan.
Thank you for trusting us to amplify your voice!