South Florida Racer here. YES, there are actually Mountain Bike Trails in South Florida! Do we have climbs? Yes. Are they extended, not at all. But what we lack in elevation, we make up for in technical trails. Check out my site at www.eclipseracingteam.com
I've been riding for about 16 years now, but this is only my second year racing. I'm currently in XC-3 and looking to move up. I race to give all my time riding a reason. I love riding just for fun, but the goal of improving my skills is measured by races.
I'm a tech geek too, so feel free to ask my about products and stuff, I bet I have some kind of opinion on it :D
See you on the trails..