Behind the bars prospective at the Hoff Fest, hosted by Kurt Sorge up at Retallack lodge. We feel very blessed and lucky to get the chance to ride perfect and sick jumps and trails in such an unique location. Get the feel of what it is to be riding these insane jumps!
Conceived originally as an event where a few close friends could get together, ride trails and party up in the mountains in the south of Norway, Hillbilly Huckfest has grown exponentially since the first gathering back in 2009.
Huckfest still retains the same essence of pure fun of those early events, though these days there are a few more people coming to party, watch the action and let loose. The invitation-only dirt jump sender sessions, the focal point of the festival, has been hosted by Norway’s own freeride pro Mads “Makken” Haugen since 2012.
Fewer things bring a smile to a mountain biker’s face then a well-trained trail dog. The best of the best can scrub jumps like a world cup racer, take ninja inside lines, stay right on your wheel, and wag their tails with pure delight at the end of a great descent. Training a trail dog takes time, but if done well, you’ll always have a buddy ready to ride with you, no matter what Ma Nature may have in mind. The old saying, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks” may hold true, as it’s best to groom younger dogs for riding. Considering training your pup? Here are a few tips: … More