What does it for me is getting away from all the people (central NJ is quite crowded) into the quiet woods.  I enjoy having the choice minute to minute, second to second, to either look way out into the woods to appreciate the beauty, quiet stillness & sounds of the woods, OR to dig in and really crank to enjoy the thrill and adrenaline that comes from ripping through the trail. 

Mountain biking gives a rider the chance to relax, get away from it all, get a great workout, challenge oneself and grab an adrenaline rush every time you get on the trail.  AWESOME!

2001 Specialized Rockhopper with some goodies

2008 Santa Cruz heckler.....came with all the goodies!!!