News & Events

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Rewriting the Midwest Mountain Bike Map: Our Story in The Nxrth

Jan 23, 2026

We’re excited to share that One Track Mind Foundation and our founder, Tracy Paradise, were recently featured in The Nxrth! The article dives into how we’re working to expand and connect mountain bike experiences across the Midwest. From building sustainable...

Nov 2023 29

What it takes to Build a Trail. One Track Mind Foundation CEO Tracy Paradise

The Journey of Trail Building - Key Steps, Challenges, and Exciting Moments Tracy’s article highlights the joy and community spirit that trail building brings, emphasizing the enduring legacy left for all to enjoy. For a detailed exploration, read Tracy Paradise’s...

Aug 2023 3

Press Release: Timberland Hills Recreation Area

One Track Mind Foundation and Timberland Hills Foundation Partner to Create a New Destination Mountain Bike Trail System at Timberland Hills Recreation Area in Northwestern Wisconsin Cumberland, WI (August 2, 2023) – The Timberland Hills Foundation, Inc. (THF) is...

Jul 2023 7

Trail EAffects talks shop with Tracy Paradise

Trail enthusiasts! The Trail EAffects Podcast is here, and it’s one that you definitely won’t want to miss. Tracy Paradise is not just an expert in the trail realm, but she’s also a powerhouse of inspiration. She is known for her captivating projects that are not...

Jun 2023 20

Star News featuring OTM

Star News has featured the new opening of Bear Basin! "A new 6.4-mile single-tradmountain bike and hiking trail connecting Brundage Mountain Resortand the trails at Bear Basin is now open and ready to ride." View...

Jun 2023 14

OTM on The Ride Series with Rich Drew at Paradise Playground

Tracy Paradise chats with Rich Drew and talks about the process to make Paradise Playground a reality.

Jun 2023 2

Kare 11 Mountain bike ‘playground’ fills a hole in the metro

Imagine carving through the Twin Cities landscape, not just on a scenic path, but on a heart-pounding mountain bike adventure. This innovative free trail, brought to you by Three Rivers Park District and One Track Mind Foundation, is unlike anything you've...

May 2023 22

Tracy Paradise with OTM back at it at Monarch Singletrack

This trail is unlike any other in the metro! Add it to your “Must Ride” list!

May 2023 17

Big News

One Track Mind Foundation is excited to announce is excited to announce their partnership with The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF) to complete the development of approximately 17 miles of mountain bike trails at Mt. Telemark Village in Cable, Wis. This...

Dec 2022 7

Tracy Paradise, From OTM wants YOU to ride Monarch!

Monarch Singletrack In Victoria, MN has been getting a lot of attention! See why this trail has quickly become a Twin Cities Favorite!

Oct 2021 31

Manuals: Going Up!

Manuals are one of the most exciting, fun, and useful techniques in mountain biking. Not only does a manual look cool and make you feel awesome, but it can be a game-changer for navigating challenging trail features. Riding over a log or launching off a ledge or a...

Oct 2021 31

Switchbacks: Downhill Cornering

Steep switchbacks can be some of the most challenging mountain bike riding. They can also be some of the most fun and hold the potential to be an area for riders to make huge gains in speed and efficiency. If you come upon a tight switchback section with hairpin...

Sep 2021 20

Choose Your Ride: Different Bikes for Different Trails

Hardtails, 29ers, full-sus, fatties… There are different types of mountain bikes for virtually every type of riding. The massive variety of wheel sizes, tire widths, frame materials, and suspensions is enough to make anyone’s head spin. For clarity’s sake, we’re...