Is there a bit of trail maintenance war going on?

The last few times I've been up the lower North Road there have been some braids around the more eroded spots or around some obstacles (usually with a trail runner, or walker taking the alternate route).  Then a whole lot of brush is spread across these braids. Then all the brush is swept aside. Then back in place. Then swept aside.

Some people working at cross purposes.

I posted in the bit about the new site that one feature I'd like to see is somehwere we could upload photos of the trails and riding the mountain. In the short term at least, I've created a flickr group called Burnaby Mountain Biking, feel free to join and add your pics/videos.

What are your thoughts about the new website? 

Hi I am planning to come to Burnaby Mountain on the weekend with a friend of mine, and am trying to figure out which trails will suite us best. I have downloaded the trailmap, and had a look at a description of Cardiac Hill / Joe's Trail and Naheeno Park / Mels Trail from the book "Mountain Bike! Southwestern British Columbia". What I am looking for is an beginner/intermediate trail. Cardiac Hill / Joe's trail sounds good, being not too technical, and just a good workout.

West Coast Racing is proud to announce the 2008 Cardiac Classic Bike Fest. This inaugural running of the Cardiac Classic will feature events for all ages with a series of courses specifically tailored to different ages and skill levels from beginners and pint-sized riders all the way up to seasoned competitors. Burnaby Mountain’s set of historic trails, combined with fantastic recent additions such as new Gear Jammer and Hang Your Hat, will provide thrills and challenges for every participant. The pinnacle long course layout features lung-searing climbs, sensational singletrack descents, and all the trail features that are the hallmark of riding in BC.