Brimstone new rules

Jeff Bilbrey


I posted the following on brimestones fb page, they are trying to run trails end campground out of business and will not let you ride unless you stay at one of their approved sites(childish).

I'm sorry to inform you that I will not be doing business with you anymore because of your new stupid rules "All Brimstone Resort Passholders must be parked at “Riverside at the Vanderpools” parking area with their resort parking pass installed on rear view mirror or reside at one of the Brimstone sponsored facilities per "
I have been a loyal customer for the past 4 years by buying the annual permit, but if I have to stay in one of your approved sites I will not be able to ride. So I guess I will take my business elsewhere, and anyone else that will join me.

Jeff Bilbrey

Bunch of bs. BOYCOTT.

WTF, we have reservations at Trails Inn in March. Big Group. I should just move the whole thing to windrock.

I will still be going to trails end, will just ride wma trails. I think brimstone has done nothing but hurt their business, their catching alot of crap on facebook.

Holy Cow!!!! They best change thier minds REALLY quick!! Or They can forget about me ever going up there again!

I'm gonna hack My GF facebook and add my 2 cents!!!

Im out at any ride at brimston unless they change their mind

If you have a fb account check it out

Just gave them some $h!t. WTF are they thinking.

I can't see this helping business...

This is what Brimstone sent me in an e-mail



NEW FOR 2013!!!
• New “beginner friendly” trail area for the kids and family rides. Dudley has built the new trail section off of Trail #3 for beginner riders.
• The “ Powerline MX Zone™” was just completed featuring banked curves, dirt mounds, tabletops, rollers, downhills, sweeping berms and technical sections. It provides enough room for all levels of riders to practice at their maximum potential. It has been developed as a family friendly track for all riding abilities. We are extremely pleased to be able to offer this unique place to ride in addition to our 300+ miles of easy, moderate, and difficult trails.
• A variety of new trails throughout the property have been built to meet your level of expectation.
• Recovery Services. We have a 24/7 recovery service. Charges will apply based on the resources expended and recovery difficulty.
• Brimstone Rewards Program including discounts on local hotels, restaurants, Brimstone swag, and future stays at Brimstone.
• Free Guided Group Rides by local Trail Masters on certain weekends.






BRIMSTONE RESORT

In an effort to expand our offerings and maximize our guests’ experience at Brimstone, we have created an exclusive resort to enhance every aspect of your stay at Brimstone. Whether your accommodations require valet/storage service for your ride or reservations at one of the many cabins throughout the perimeter of Brimstone or an RV spot, Brimstone will handle it all.

Other services will include the following:

ATV/SXS Rentals Hotel Reservations

Trail Guides River Guides

Recovery Services Valet/ Storage Service

ATV/UTV Cleaning Services Catered Meals

Repair and Maintenance Services Restaurant Reservations

Laundry Service Fishing Guides

Wedding Services Honeymoon Suite Packages

Train Ride Reservation (Off Property) Golf Reservations

Horseback Riding (Off Property) Babysitters

Private Chefs

Each Brimstone Resort Passholder will have a parking permit to our exclusive parking area: “Riverfront at the Vanderpools.” This parking area offers a private, secure area to park your truck and trailer with direct access to the trail system. The area is spacious and includes restrooms and a shower house facility.

Access to Brimstone trails and facilities will be limited to those overnight Brimstone Resort Passholders staying only at the following Brimstone Resort sponsored facilities:

Brimstone Retreats Grand Vista Hotel

Comfort Inn Big South Fork Cabin Rentals

Wilderness Retreats Cornerstone

Longhorn Ranch Cabin Rental Oneida Guest House

Unique Mountain Getaways Elk Run Cabins


For day ride and not overnight Brimstone Resort Passholders , parking at our secure parking facility is mandatory and requires checking in at our offices in Huntsville, prior to entry on the Brimstone property.

We have also implemented the “Brimstone Band” resort pass system which offers many benefits to our riders, including:

· Expedited resort pass purchase at the Brimstone Headquarters

· Available online at www.brimstonebands.com

· Vital information is encoded for quick access by security personnel and can include emergency medical information if desired.


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From what I have read and how I understand this is, you do not have to stay at one of Brimstone's approved facilities to ride Brimstone, but if you do then you have the privileges offered by staying with them.

If you stay elsewhere or you just come for the day, then you are required to check in at their office and park at their designated parking area

If I understand this correctly, then this does not seem so unreasonable to me. IMO

Access to Brimstone trails and facilities will be limited to those overnight Brimstone Resort Passholders staying only at the following Brimstone Resort sponsored facilities:
Brimstone Retreats Grand Vista Hotel

Comfort Inn Big South Fork Cabin Rentals

Wilderness Retreats Cornerstone

Longhorn Ranch Cabin Rental Oneida Guest House

Unique Mountain Getaways Elk Run Cabins



You might want to read the highlited part a little closer!!!

Yeah but they also say For day ride and not overnight Brimstone Resort Passholders , parking at our secure parking facility is mandatory and requires checking in at our offices in Huntsville, prior to entry on the Brimstone property.


so really they have made a place for every one to park. so people aren't parking in the camping area where others have reserved.

RedRzr wrote:

Access to Brimstone trails and facilities will be limited to those overnight Brimstone Resort Passholders staying only at the following Brimstone Resort sponsored facilities:
Brimstone Retreats Grand Vista Hotel

Comfort Inn Big South Fork Cabin Rentals

Wilderness Retreats Cornerstone

Longhorn Ranch Cabin Rental Oneida Guest House

Unique Mountain Getaways Elk Run Cabins



You might want to read the highlited part a little closer!!!

I just hope all this gets worked out fast!! I have never stayed overnight at Brimstone as I usually just go for the day, so much of this will not effect me or others that come and ride for the day, but they do need to try to get this resolved for the many others that have their favorite places to stay or camp when they go to ride Brimstone trails.
I would hate to lose such an awesome riding area...but it is looking like unless something is done. or they do a better job of explaining just what is happening they will lose many many faithful customers.

its all a ploy to try and get trails ends buisness..its a shame

This could have been managed better, they control the access pass, charge more there then offer a discount package on their properties.

Takes 30 minutes to an hour to stand in line at the front office and get the pass....not interested in doing that every morning.

Who wants to go to that little office and wait for a parking pass? I don't know of any other place that does this. I bought an annual pass already but if I new this was coming I wouldn't have. I will be riding the WMA ONLY & the ----
with them. Even if they FIX this just the thought of them doing it has ruined it for me. There is my 2 cents.

There is a lot of great and free riding in Bell Co, KY for those who don't live to far from there.

To me, it seems like bad business. You have Royal Blue and Windrock that is close to the area and very good alternatives. Why would you do anything at all to alienate potential customers?

I could understand partnering with certain properties and offering a discount if you stay at one of the partner properties or something of that nature...I just can't see making people trailer their rides to certain parking areas just because they aren't staying at one of the approved places. I'm not sure the city of Huntsville had that in mind either when they allowed ATVs on some roads.

Its funny they have took down all the posts on their page... its a shame their doing this

Her is a link to a new facebook page, everyone needs to check it out !!!

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Boycott-Brimstone-Recreation/100757926776078

I dont know what danny phillips has to do with brimstone but after the other night he had unfriended me on fb...lol but the hospitality that trails end had showed me ill support yhem to the end...

Danny is AKA Stakk...he is Brimstone's Mouth Piece on the forums...he usually winds up sinking his foot in his mouth up to his hip. IMO you didn't loose much!

I voiced my opinion on this on their facebook page. I told them they could still make this a positive for them and everyone else. My idea was to have discounts for the ones staying in their “APPROVED” areas. “Hey, if you stay with us we will discount your pass by $5. Or, for every 3rd night we will wash your ATV for free.” They still have a chance.
Please note: The above quote was my own. LOL

What the freak ?

They can kiss my grits