Since the beginning of the Russia/Ukraine conflict, the Ukrainian forces have held strong despite the challenges they face. Now more than a month in, the story has remained the same, as a determined and...

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has left many people confused as to why this conflict is even happening. However, there are several key reasons why Ukraine is so important to the Russian Government. In this...

Following the return from winter break, the COVID-19 variant, Omicron, has massively affected the Carlmont student population. For those who test positive, there is a 5 day quarantine from school, leaving...

For many, mountain biking is a hobby that brings joy to their lives and brightens their day. For Remi Vernon, mountain biking is his life.  Since finding his way into the sport in early 2018, Vernon...

The day after Thanksgiving, swarms of mountain bikers gather at the Carlmont jumps for an annual social ride known as Hucksgiving.  Hucksgiving started over ten years ago and is both a great social event...

It seems that every picture people take in 2021 has to be absolutely perfect. People will spend hours with their preferred photo editing app or software just to achieve the exact look they want for their...

After months of dry weather, a massive rainstorm hit the Bay Area last weekend, and brought some much-needed moisture to the local trail systems. Unfortunately, this heavy rain is not all positive, as...

For many, Hidden Canyon park and the rest of the Belmont trail systems are a necessary escape from the busy school and work environments. However, the extreme dry weather paired with the longstanding California...

Eric Chuang, a senior, goes massive at the Carlmont Jumps.

Members of the Carlmont mountain bike club hike up for another run.

Since the return to in-person learning, traffic has once again become a major problem for the Carlmont community. Having begun over the distance-learning period, Scots eBikes was created to help combat...

Following the first episode, an eBike demo was put in place to better understand the capabilities of eBikes, and what would work best for the Carlmont setting.  Blix Bikes, an eBike company based in Santa...

As life gets back to normal following the pandemic, everyday problems are once again rearing their ugly heads. One of these problems is that of traffic getting to and from school. However, the Carlmont...

Areg Horoupian is a Carlmont High School student who has been vocal about his republican beliefs despite the backlash he's received from other students. This has led to a reputation and a good deal of...

Carl Bussiek is a member of YCA, or Youth Climate Ambassadors, an organization committed to helping spread awareness and actively combat climate change. Carl has been involved in multiple projects surrounding...

Young outdoor enthusiasts help maintain their local Belmont trails to make the parks better for everyone.

In many ways, mountain biking is one of the most creative sports. Everything from choosing and building a bike, to upgrading and maintaining that bike, to building your own jumps and trails. There is so...

Belmont's open space trail systems always have been designated for mixed trail use; however, this may be subject to change in the foreseeable future. There have been numerous concerns about pedestrians...

Younger riders like Remi Vernon, Carl Bussiek, Zach Chuang, and Tasman Johnson have proven that Carlmont will continue to shine for years to come.

"Triple J" is not for the faint of heart, as this rider completely destroyed his rim by coming up short.

A local rider boosts high on "Triple J."

A local rider hits a clean toboggan on "Triple J."

Local rider Jake Fergason attempts a superman on "Triple J."

Local rider Jake Fergason speeds over "Mega" while the Hucksgiving crowd watches in awe.

A local rider whips hard on the "Pimpin' Hip".

A local rider pulls a big suicide no-hander on the "Pimpin' Hip."

Zach Chuang, a freshman, smiles as he hits the "Pimpin' Hip".

Eric Chuang, a junior, floats high above the "Pimpin' Hip."

Local rider Josh Woodward steezes hard on the "Pimpin' Hip."

Local rider Luke Schorno gets sideways on the "Pimpin' Hip" during Hucksgiving.

12-year-old rider Jacob Lingeman does a suicide no-hander over the infamous "Triple J".

Local rider Luke Schorno gets sideways on the "Pimpin' Hip" during Hucksgiving

Local rider Keith Morelan soars over the "Pimpin' Hip" to the delight of those at Hucksgiving.

Local rider Alec Grogan-Crane walks on air over "Danilla's Hip" on Hucksgiving.

Local rider Jared Romero styles over the "Pimpin' Hip" on Hucksgiving.

Sophomores Carl Bussiek and Kenzo Peraire ride the popular "G-Line."

Sophomores Carl Bussiek and Kenzo Peraire ride the popular "G-Line".

Sophomores Carl Bussiek and Kenzo Peraire ride the popular "G-Line".

Carl Bussiek, a sophomore, works to restore a forgotten trail at the Carlmont Jumps.

A small enjoys the RC track located near the bottom of the Carlmont Jumps.

In most action sports, upgrading gear is a prominent aspect of each sport. In mountain biking at least, aftermarket parts and brand new upgrades can mean the difference between a comfortable outing or...

Carl Bussiek, a sophomore, rides a berm on the Rambler Trail.

Kenzo Peraire, Sophomore, looks out at the sunset after a long day of riding.

Eric Chuang, Junior, throws his bike sideways in a whip.

Carl Bussiek, Sophomore, rides the Canyon Trail in Hidden Canyon park.