INSIGHT Magazine October 2016 | Page 26

T he Coldwater Mountain FatTireFest returns for its second year Oct. 14-16, bringing cyclists en masse to Anniston trails. The festival starts Friday morning at Zinn Park, where participants can register for races and events as early as 6:30 a.m. Riding clinics throughout the morning will help new and experienced riders brush up on their skills before heading to Coldwater Mountain. Every half hour starting at 4 p.m., shuttles will get riders to and from the trail. An evening ride will let cyclists burn off a bit more energy before Friday caps off with a bonfire and movie, with pizza and beer at the Coldwater trailhead. Coldwater Mountain FatTireFest When: Oct. 14-16, from 6:30 a.m. Friday to 4 p.m. Sunday Where: Zinn Park and Coldwater Mountain Registration: $90 weekend pass includes shirt, shuttles, two free beers a day and registration for all events and activities. Day passes for Friday/ Saturday or Saturday/Sunday are $60. NEABA and IMBA members receive 20% discount. Information: www.cwmfattirefest. com for detailed schedule, registration and fee information. ✽ CLICK TO ZOOM IN Want to take a ride with a guide? Saturday has several guided rides for various levels of experience, from a 6-mile beginner jaunt up to the 10-mile Black Diamond trial for experienced riders. Saturday also features the return of the Coldwater Mountain DU, a mix of running and cycling for competitive teams, and a series of fun games, live music, dinner and a beer garden with local and regional brews. Sunday wraps up the festival with the Poker Ride and bike demos, as well as breakfast and lunch, The weekend is one of Anniston’s biggest biking events, and it’s not to be missed. 26 October 2016 INSIGHT