Thanks, Eire, for the offer for trail info. And yeah, it seems a little dark to ride in the woods in the evenings after work now - So that's why I think an extended lunch break once a week could be perfect...

I'm mainly looking for someone to ride with -- It's just so much more fun that way! Plus it makes me push myself more than I do on my own (peer pressure can be a good thing sometimes ).

I've signed up for a week-long mountain biking camp in Italy end of this month (they still have openings too by the way, multiple experience levels) - So after I get back I'll be ready to really hit the trails here!