About us

We are a group of riders, who have been involved in the sports of BMX
(Racing & Freestyle) and Mountainbiking , here in India for over a decade.
Being the relatively new sports that they are, the existing sports organisations, or "body's" could not support or recognize Mountain Biking and BMX as Sports in INDIA.

Not ones to give up easily, we decided to start our own Organisation for these Sports, and an organisation was formed. Now that we are established, our prime activity revolves around promoting the sports of Mountain Biking and BMX in INDIA. We believe the best way to promote the sports is to bring it to the people. Hence Promotion activities include Demonstration's , Shows and free Mountain Bike rides, to introduce people in INDIA to these sports that need to be experienced to be experienced!!

The History behind Mountain Biking in India.

Who was the first person to do Mountain Biking on this planet ? Well, it could have been the person who invented the Bicycle, he must have gone off-road for a ride or maybe the soldiers in the First World War, who used Bicycles as a major means of land transport during the War. Similarly it cannot be defined and quoted as to who did the first Mountain Bike or BMX ride in India. As for myself, I started riding Bicycles off-road and radically when I first saw the movie 'RAD' which is the same case for most of the riders.

Some years later, I met a group of kids who were riding bikes which were quite similar to the one which I was riding. I came to know that they shared the same passion of riding bicycles radically like me, and thus a group of 5 kids started going up the Pashan Hills and - the Mountain Bikers in Pune, INDIA were born.
Our first idea of Mountain Biking was not so clear, we used to ride in Parks and Playgrounds, but later realised the 'Mountain' part of Mountain Biking. Our very first rides were the trails on the Pashan Hill.

In 1998 we registerd an organisation and seriously started promoting the sports of Mountain Biking and BMX in India. 'Extreme Sports: Mountain Biking & Bmx' was started in 1998, and has its registered office at B-36 Abhimanshri Society, Pashan Road, Pune - 411 008.

In 2001 we formed RIDE 2026 and the rest is history

 

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What is Mountain Biking ?
Mountain biking began in the mid 70's when some guys decided to ride their Bicycles down the hill slopes in California, USA. The average Bicycle at that time needed some adjustments to make it go off-road. Thus the need for better braking and more traction on loose soil was fulfilled by putting Fat Tires and better cantilever brakes on the bikes. they were called " fat tire bike" because of the fat oversize tires on the bike. Slowly the sport started catching on and may bicycle manufacturers noticed the sport and began building bicycles to cater to this trend, and thus MOUNTAIN BIKING was born.

What is BMX ?
BMX stands for "Bicycle moto Cross". BMX racing is a sport which originated in the early 70s, when kids began racing their bicycles on moto cross tracks. BMX-freestyle is , well, as the name suggests, a sport where the rider does any kind of tricks or stunts on the bike, be it on the ground, or on ramp. The credit of introducing freestyle to the world or vice versa would go to Bob Haro, who built the first freestyle bike. A BMX bike essentially has 20" wheels, with a low frame, which is built to withstand serious pounding that a rider dishes out. The frame is low so as to increase the maneuverability factor.

Where can I do Mountain Biking in and around PUNE ?
You can do Mountain Biking in and around in PUNE, in many different places, such as Pashan Hills, Taljai Hill, Parvati Hill, Sus / Baner Hills, Katraj Ghat, Baapdev Ghat, Sinhagad, Lonavala and Khandala. Designated TRAILS for WALKING are present here, so please ride carefully without hurting or scaring anyone. Respect fellow Trail users, rights too. Check out the Rides section of our site for more details.

What is Extreme Sports : MTB & BMX ?
We are a group of people, who are involved in these sports, for the past decade. As no organization or sports authority, recognizes these two wonderful sports, We decided to start our own . Our main aim is to popularize these two Sports in INDIA.

What other activities do you do ?
We are mainly involved in promoting these sports in India. We are also sometimes involved in Trail maintenance as well as charity programs for charitable trusts.

Which type of Bicycle should I start with, if I want to do Mountain Biking ?
One can start Mountain Bike riding with an Indian Mountain Bike, which is available in the market with ease. It costs less than Rs.4000 and is equipped with at least 18 Speed Gears.

What type of Bicycle should I start with, if I want to do BMX ?
One can start riding BMX on an Indian BMX bicycle, which is also available with ease in the market.

Does one, have to initially pay to ride with us ?
No ! One does not have to pay anything for the first ride's, with us. Back to Top

Can I get hurt, while riding ?
Every sport has an injury rate. Why do cricketer's wear helmets?? you can prevent yourself from getting hurt, by taking proper and basic precautions. Always ride with a helmet and safety gear. Never attempt rides / tricks beyond your own capability. Wear reflective or bright clothing in poor visibility conditions so that you are visible to other people/vehicles, when on the road.

I am coming to India, can I ride with you" all ?
Yes ! Individuals / Group can come riding with us, and are most welcome anytime.