The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) has announced that Augusta, Georgia, will host the 2010 IMBA World Summit (May 5-8). Mayor Deke Copenhaver proclaimed, “It is truly an honor to host the IMBA gathering in Augusta. Our city continues to grow in its reputation as a bicycling destination, and this event will showcase our region to a worldwide audience of trail enthusiasts.”

The event, expected to be the largest yet in IMBA's history of hosting international summits, is open to the public. Topics will include destination and urban trail networks, land conservation and sustainable trails, youth outreach and new programs designed to grow local capacity for the 700+ clubs and patrols in IMBA’s global network. In addition to informative seminars and networking, the gathering will feature great parties and plenty of riding -- including a catered tour of the Forks Area Trail System (FATS), an IMBA Epic.

“The Augusta summit will serve as an essential clearinghouse to advance information on everything to do with mountain biking and trail-based recreation,” states IMBA Executive Director Mike Van Abel. “We will bring leaders in trail design together with land managers, the bicycle industry and IMBA’s thriving grassroots clubs. These are the key influencers that shape the sport, and only an IMBA summit can connect them all in the same place, at the same time.” Attendees will receive copious educational materials, while connecting with mountain biking enthusiasts from around the globe. 

2010 IMBA World Summit: "Great communities build great trails."

For additional information about the 2010 IMBA World Summit, please contact Events Manager Patti Bonnet. 

Sponsorship inquires should be directed to Development Director Rich Cook.

Summit Partners:

American Trails 
Bikes Belong 
City of Augusta 
Federal Highway Administration:Recreational Trails Program 
Greater Augusta Sports Council 
League of American Bicyclists 
National Recreation and Park Association 
National Trails Training Partnership 
Professional Trailbuilders Association (PTBA) 
Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association 
SORBA - Central Savannah River Area Chapter 
Trips for Kids 
Wheel Impact