Pedaling Forward: The Growth of Northern Neck Bike Club and Its Impact on Youth Cycling
Chris Cornwell of Northern Neck Bike Club, is proving that a love for two wheels can spark something bigger. What started as a passion for mountain biking turned into a mission to create outdoor opportunities for the youth of Kilmarnock, Virginia. With the town’s support and a dedicated team, Chris helped establish a nonprofit that promotes cycling, mentorship, and trail development.
In this episode, Chris shares how the club quickly grew from a simple idea into a full-fledged movement—offering race training, community ride days, and even access to bikes for kids in need. He also dives into the importance of staying active, the value of persistence in making a dream a reality, and the future of trail building in their growing community.
Whether you're a cycling enthusiast or looking for inspiration to start something meaningful in your own town, this episode is for you!
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Welcome to Life in Motion - hosted by adventure lover, outdoor enthusiast, travel junkie and founder of Illumine Collect, Jeremy Lux. On this podcast you'll find tips from world travelers, the true culture behind action sports, how nonprofits build communities around the outdoors, and more. Tune in for new guests weekly.
Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.
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