I want to take up mountain biking, how can I start?

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I'm looking for a new hobby. As a kid I used to really enjoy biking. Now I want to take up mountain biking. What is everything I will need to start? What gear and accessories? Also any general knowledge or advice for a beginer would be greatly appreciated.

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Step 1. Do you have at least $500 to $550 for a decent entry level bike? Yep, I said entry level.
http://www.fujibikes.com/bike/details/nevada_17_d

You'll also need an under-seat bag to store a spare tube, tire levers and multi-use folding bike tool. A good frame pump or mini-pump & of course water bottle cage & bottle.
http://www.topeak.com/products/bags/AeroWedgePack_large_Quick
http://www.crankbrothers.com/tools_multi10.php
http://www.topeak.com/products/Pumps/MountainMorph

And don't forget a good helmet. This is a decent one for the price.
http://www.giro.com/us_en/products/men/helmets/indicator.html

Mountain bike races for 15 year old in frederick maryland?

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I am 15 years old and have loved biking as a kid, and i just got a trek 3500 mountain bike, the first quality bike i have ever gotten. I want to look into mountain bike/ trail racing near frederick maryland. If you have any good trails or races that happen please post them.

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Contact these clubs for activities in your area:
Where to ride, http://frederickbicyclecoalition.com/
local races, http://www.potomacvelo.com/index.html

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