Mountain biking enthusiast and cycling expert Jan Roubal feels the best days are still ahead for the growing cycling community in the Sault and surrounding area
The Sault Cycling Club welcomed back dozens of bikers at the cyclocross event on the Crimson Ridge Golf Course this past weekend, where participants tested their abilities on the challenging conditions of a bumpy and twisty track.
That sense of community-mindedness is what Roubal believes to be the key towards building a bright future for cycling and mountain biking in Sault Ste. Marie. But most importantly, Roubal says he’s fortunate for the many lifelong friends and relationships he’s made over the years. “I thought I’d never come back, but then I began realizing the things I was missing,” he says. “The longer I was gone, the more I realized that having mountain bike trails and recreation right outside your door was pretty special.”
Since being back in the Sault, Roubal has witnessed the cycling and mountain biking community grow exponentially, with more events and opportunities being presented for locals and tourists to get out and explore the area. When he’s not racing, Roubal spends upwards of 15 hours every week on a bike – whether he’s training, commuting, or just going for a joy ride.“I still try to challenge myself and race whenever I can, even though I’m a bit of an old fart,” he laughed. “It’s something you can continuously be working to get better at. There’s always something to learn.”
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