About Us

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The mission of the Trail Riders of Lake Storey (TRoLS) is to promote off road bicycling through education of land managers and trail creators, trail creation, trail maintenance, and social events. TRoLS is dedicated to responsible use of the trails by bicyclists through a few simple concepts, the goal being open trails for bicyclists and more trails where they are appropriate. Mountain bikers have a responsibility to minimize the impact on the land they use. Mountain biking helps build personal commitment to environmental protection and open space preservation. Mountain biking is a legitimate and sustainable activity enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. The sport’s environmental impact can be managed effectively by proper trail design and maintenance, which TRoLS provides to land managers. Mountain biking’s social impact can be managed by dispersing use, providing adequate trail opportunities for all trail users and by emphasizing responsible trail use through education. TRoLS believes that all trail users have a responsibility to contribute to the upkeep of trails. Few government agencies have the personnel or the money to adequately maintain trails on their own. TRoLS and its members are dedicated to volunteering regularly for trailwork projects. TRoLS also provides financial support to the mission by providing education, monetary support, volunteer hours, and materials to land managers within the Galesburg area, to include but not limited to the City of Galesburg Park and Recreation Department. TRoLS promotes the social aspect of off road bicycling through education and special events. TRoLS hosts mountain bike races in order to raise funds to be used to provide tools, educational materials, and building supplies for trail projects. We also have group rides and club events that anyone can attend and join.