First Timer's Guide - Giants Ridge

First Timer's Guide to Mountain Biking

KNOW WHERE YOU ARE

There are location markings along the trails

Make notes of them when you are calling for help!

PATROL

Trail Conditions Change Daily

Wake up the Body
Inspect Trail at Low Speed
Check Gear

Slow Down Before you Speed Up

Lap the Trail a Few Times
Get to Know the Jumps & Features

Always Ride within your Limits

Start Small
Work up to Faster Speeds & Bigger Features

What to Wear

Mountain Biking is fun and and exhilarating, but also has inherent risk. Being properly equipped will enhance rider enjoyment and safety.

Mandatory Equipment

Helmet
Closed Toe Shoes

Recommended Equipment

Full Faced Helmet-Highly recommended for all Gravity Trails
Gloves (full fingered)
Knee Pads
Elbow Pads
Long sleeved Shirt to Protect against Skin Abrasions
Goggles when Trails are Dusty
Body Armor and Neck Braces

What to Ride

Types of bikes that are Recommended on the Gravity Trails:

Full Suspension Downhill
All Mountain/Enduro Bikes
Cross Country Bikes (only for green & blue trails)

What is not Recommended on Mountain:

Road/Hybrid Bikes
Bikes equipped with Rim Brakes
Mountain Bikes more than 10 years old
Child Carriers are prohibited when accessing lift-served bike park trails. One person per bike.
Ebike/Pedal Assist Bikes