RIDE / TRAIL / LINK
Our mappers utilize a system that allows us to create complete "rides" that integrate multiple trails and the "links" that help connect them. Once a "trail" or "link" is loaded, we have the ability to create new "rides" that are based on variations of those pieces to create a complete trip. This allows us to not only give information on commonly known "trails," but allows us to get a local's perspective on the way that trails can be linked. Below are descriptions of how we classify our uploaded files.
NETWORK : This is exactly what it sounds like. This is a commonly identified system of trails. You can basically link all these trails in some way. This is a great way to view tons of trails and plan trips or vacations.
RIDE : A "ride" is a combination of "links" and "trails" that typically represent a common linkage system. Often times it represents a complete day's ride. This is a great way to represent common ways to link sections of trail.
TRAIL : A "trail" is a section that is a commonly identified stretch of mountain bike track. If it has a name, it should probably be considered a "trail". This helps users find riding that is well known.
LINK : A "link" is a section that in itself would not be ridden unless it was used to connect trails or create a "ride." Unless you are a mapper, you won't run into this option.
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