Competition heats up at Findley State Park this week. (Thorn MTB Trail Conditions included)

Because of late-summer's drier weather, this is always the best time of the year for the Thorn Mountain Bike Trail at Findley State Park in Wellington, Ohio. The trail is in the best shape all year, trees have been cleared and events are heating up. Tuesday night, August 2, the North Coast Mountain Bikers weekly time trials continue. Trials start at the beach parking lot. Start anytime between 5:30–7pm. Cost is a donation of $6. Proceeds go to the NCMTB club to maintain the Thorn Trail. The trials have seen great success this year so join in the fun with lots of fellow competitors.

2010 NEO Power Series Findley Race

The Thorn MTB trail will also serve as the venue for stage three of the NEO Power Series held by 331 Promotions this Sunday, August 7, 2011. Registration/sign in from 9:45–11:15am. Race start is at 11:30. This is a single track time trial. Online registration closes on Thurs. After that, registration will be on-site. Check out photos from last year's race here.

NCN Findley Lake Triathlon this Saturday

This Saturday, August 6 at Findley State Park, NCN Racing will host the 6th Annual Findley Lake Triathlon/ Duathlon beginning at 8am. Pre-register here or register on site. The Tri features a swim in Findley Lake, bike around the rural roads of southern Lorain County and a run through Findley's forested trails. Check out photos from last year's tri here.

If you are competing at Findley this week, you can stay right on site at the Findley campgrounds (but reserve early because Findley is very popular!) or check out the Oberlin Inn nearby. There are several bed and breakfasts in the Wellington and Oberlin area as well. Check those out here. Combine your multisport competitive weekend with other great winery, arts and historical events here and you'll be busy all weekend!