Today, MTB disciplines are more accessible than ever, with high-quality facilities popping up in urban areas. Pump tracks and BMX tracks are becoming popular spots where you can also practice with a dirt-style MTB bike. Beyond the city limits, you'll find various jump spots known as dirts, and a bit further out, extensive trail networks for both electric and traditional mountain bikes. Gravel bikes, designed for unpaved roads, are a common sight on gravel paths and roads, offering versatile cycling experiences on long and varied trips.

Ski resorts have also started investing more in summer activities, transforming into bike parks during the off-season. These parks offer a variety of trails, from steep descents and jumps to rocky and root-filled paths, catering to all kinds of MTB enthusiasts.

If you're interested in mountain biking or cycling off the beaten path, the possibilities are vast. Clubs and specialized communities play a crucial role in guiding enthusiasts in the right direction, whether young or adult. Everyone can find at least one group where they can make friends and enjoy riding together.

Lahden Pyöräilijät, a traditional cycling club, was revitalized primarily by road cyclists about ten years ago and has since grown steadily to around 300 members. The club organizes weekly road rides and group rides for its members, but a significant area of growth has been in junior activities. The cycling school attracts a large number of juniors to Raviska every week, with many of them continuing the sport as an active hobby. The junior program includes the active LaPy XC Juniors group and the Gravity disciplines junior group, which was expanded to include adults last season, now boasting 26 riders.

Enduro and DH riders maintain close connections through race trips and riding events, although there are no regular weekly rides apart from Tuesday training sessions.

Lahden Pyöräilijät is a traditional sports club in both history and activity. Competitions, events, and junior activities are at the core of the club's operations. The club is naturally a member of the Finnish Cycling Federation, allowing members to obtain racing licenses through the club.

The club provides a framework for both recreational and competitive cycling, a community of cyclists, and arguably the most stylish cycling kits! During the winter season, spinning sessions are also organized.

A fantastic group is the heart of our activities! LaPy offers a supportive and active community for all its members, from juniors to adults, across various cycling disciplines.

KlaPy, or Klaukkalan Pyöräily ry, is a national feel-good cycling club that covers almost every cycling genre: MTB, dirt, BMX, gravel, road cycling, and much more.

KlaPy organizes various events and group rides for its members, as well as visits to bike parks and indoor cycling halls. Members also enjoy a wide range of discounts from partner companies, including well-known Finnish bike shops, body care service providers, and downhill mountain biking centers in Finland and neighboring countries.

KlaPy is known for its active WhatsApp groups, where lively discussions take place about bike maintenance, finding riding companions, and trying out different sports together. The club has a good and encouraging atmosphere, and the membership consists of juniors as well as adult men and women. In KlaPy, you can find new riding buddies and even lifelong friends.

KlaPy offers its members the opportunity to participate in the development and influence of the club's activities. If you have ideas or a desire to participate actively, KlaPy provides excellent opportunities for that.

The membership fee is €35/year, providing access to all these great benefits and events.

Zombiehauki is a Turku-based MTB community that has truly become a family over the years. Most members have known each other since 2013-2015, with a few joining since then. We have a diverse group of personalities, but our shared passion for mountain biking and trips to Sweden have bonded us together like a family.

The name Zombiehauki originated in 2017 when Lake Littoinen was being cleaned and some of the fish died. They floated to the surface and washed ashore. During a group sauna session, one member jokingly or fearfully said, ## Look, zombie pikes! ## This amused everyone, and our WhatsApp group was renamed Zombiehauki.

Our family consists of ten men and two women. One of the women was selected to join us from another town after we competed together in MTB Rally races. MTB Rally is a fantastic way to meet new people and form friendships through a shared hobby.

Hekuma MTB Ry was founded in the fall of 2023 by an active group of female cyclists. The core of our activities is the weekly rides, primarily held in Helsinki Central Park and occasionally in other locations. In addition, Hekuma organizes various technical courses, bike maintenance workshops, and riding events, such as trips to Hanko, Loppi, and Sipoonkorpi. Hekuma members have also been active participants in events like Puss Camp and Tuusula MTB, and this summer they will be seen in Tahko and Kaldoaivi.

Hekuma aims to promote mountain biking among women, enhance equality in the sport, and lower the barrier for trying out mountain biking. We provide guidance, support, and peer encouragement. Hekuma organizes weekly women's rides, mountain biking courses, and riding events, and produces content that encourages participation and builds confidence. Creating memorable experiences and fostering a fun and supportive community is essential for us, as riding in a motivating group is more enjoyable!

A fantastic group is the heart of our activities! Our WhatsApp group has over 70 women, where you can get answers to your biking questions or find riding companions.

The membership fee is 25/year

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The growth of MTB facilities and communities in Finland means that whether you're into pump tracks, dirt jumps, gravel riding, or bike parks, there's something for everyone. Clubs and communities provide the perfect support network to enhance your MTB experience, offering guidance, camaraderie, and opportunities for both competitive and recreational riding. So, join a club, make new friends, and hit the trails with like-minded enthusiasts. See you out there!