In the beginning there was Gary Fisher, Russ Mahon, anc Carter Cox. These guys, and a few other ragtag beach bums took to old logging roads on their suped-up fat tired beach cruisers and thus mountain biking was born. After years of advancement and exploration, Utah has become widely known as the premier location for mountain biking. From Slick Rock in Moab and Gooseberry Mesa in St. George to the banked sidewalls and single-track in Park City, this is arguably the best mountain biking in the world.
Since those California cruisers hit the scene, mountain biking has become one of the most popular outdoor sports in the world, and Park City has responded appropriately. Deer Valley Mountain Resort has lift service to take you and your bike to the top and let you scream down the mountain on numerous trails of all levels of difficulty. At 9,000 feet elevation and terrain parks developed by the best professionals in the business, this is the where the pros go to keep their game tight.
Among the 400+ miles of trails in Park City is the Rail Trail that runs right behind White Pine touring and provides breathtaking views of the valley, perfect for all ages and abilities. Just east of town is a network of trails called Round Valley where you can kick up some dust and smell the sagebrush in the summer sun. These trails are right near Jans Bike Shop, Park City Mountain Biking, and Wasatch Adventure Guides. Any one of these companies is staffed with professionals who know the trails and the equipment to gear you up for the trails. If you’re trying out the trails for the first time, check out All Season Adventures or Exclusive Excursions for knowledgeable, first-timer lessons.
Looking to Buy
When you need the pros, Dharma Wheels Cyclery has some of the best in the business. They are open to the public by appointment only, and these are the people to see about the best bikes on the market. They’re motto is “Ride and smile,” and they’ll keep you grinning as you leave on your shiny, new wheels. Some people like to sample the goods before making the jump. These folks should check out Park City Bike Demos to test ride a expertly-fit bike and find exactly what it is they’re looking for. If you’re in town for the duration and you want to get the youngsters peddling,Young Touring has week-long and summer programs for kids and beginners.
Learning the Trails
Park City is, without a doubt, one of the best biking regions in the country. For some, choosing the right trail can be daunting. Mountain Trails Foundation was established in 1992 and has an absolute deadlock on locations, ratings, and descriptions about all the trails in the valley. With a little research you’ll find the trail you’ve been looking for. Also check out Wasatch Adventure Guides for information on trails. They provide year-round tours for mountain biking, fly fishing, hiking, skiing, and just about anything else you can imagine that goes down in the mountains.
The views are waiting, the mountains are calling, and the bikes are here in Park City just itching for riders. Get here quick and see why summers in Park City easily rival the world class winters.
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