In this episode of The Localist, Carrie interviews Emile Hughes, founder of RideBHM, a downhill mountain biking park in Birmingham. Emile discusses the park's creation and development, the challenges faced in transforming the land, the benefits of e-bikes, and future plans, including expanding the shuttle system and improving infrastructure to enhance visitor experiences.

 

Mentioned in this episode:

RideBHM Website: https://ridebhm.com/

RideBHM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridebhm

Kanuga Bike Park: https://ridekanuga.com/

Red Mountain Park: https://redmountainpark.org/

Dialed Dirt: https://dialeddirt.myportfolio.com/ 

Thomson Cat: https://thompsontractor.com/

Ruffner Mountain: https://ruffnermountain.org/

Turkey Creek: https://turkeycreeknp.com/

Ohm Jiu Jitsu: https://www.ohmjiujitsu.com/