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The Zipline will operate Saturday and Sunday only.

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FAQ and Requirements

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Here are some rules and guidelines and frequently-asked questions before you ride the downhill mountain biking trails.

 

What You Need To Ride

  • A helmet is required while riding.
  • Bikes with wheels larger than 20 inches are required to have front suspension.
  • Bikes are required to have front and rear hand brakes.
  • Wheels must be a minimum of 20 inches.
  • Tires wider than 4.75 inches will not fit properly within the Bike Clip lift carrier.
  • Direct-Mount and Large (or oversized) fenders may not fit properly within the Bike Clip lift carrier. Use fender test station prior to loading.
  • e-Bikes (with batteries connected) are not allowed on the downhill mountain biking trails or East Ridge Trail Network.

 

FAQ

  • Lift-serviced is offered via the Kancamagus 8. The new chairs feature Doppelmayr’s Bike Clip carriers, making loading and unloading your as easy as 1, 2, 3. Learn more about the bike carriers.

  • Due to National Forest Service regulations, electric-powered bikes are not allowed on our downhill mountain biking or cross-country trails. If you have an e-Bike and would like to ride these trails, your battery must be disconnected from the bike.

  • Uphill access via Brookway, Link and Grand Junction to the top of Kancamagus lift is permitted with a valid downhill mountain biking ticket or season pass.

  • Slack Action, a black diamond technical trail and King Pin a black diamond freeride trail will be open during the 2024 season. Stay tuned to the Mountain Report for trail updates and maps.

    2024 NEW TRAILS ALERT
    We're adding 3 new technical trails to the Bike Park this year. 
    Lower Roundhouse: Under Construction
    Torpedo & Crossbuck: Coming 2024

  • Yes! Whether you'd like to ride downhill, cross-country, or bike through town, we have a variety of options available.

    See Bike Rentals

  • Yes, helmets are required while biking the downhill trails.  A full-face helmet is highly recommended.  

  • Looking for lunch? Ride the Gondola (included with your lift ticket) to the top of Loon Peak for lunch at the Summit Café. Bikes aren't allowed on the Gondola, so you'll have to leave it at the base. Food and drinks are also available at the Governor Adams Lodge. 

  • The terrain on the upper half of the mountain is extremely rocky and doesn't lend itself well to trail construction. The geography of the lower portion of the mountain is ideally suited to building the kind of high-quality flow trails we have planned.

  • We like to say that anybody can mountain bike, but we recommend a baseline fitness level. Gravity may be doing a lot of work but you'd be surprised just how much you work! 

  • Yes! We have beginner lessons available through our Mountain Biking Center. Learn more about the Your Turn package.

  • Closed-toed athletic shoes or light hiking boots with a good tread are required. For men, we suggest long shorts, and a long sleeve top, preferably made from athletic material.

    For women, leggings or long shorts and a long sleeve or ¾ length athletic shirt.

    No matter what, as long as you're comfortable and have free movement, you'll be ready to hit the trails! 

  • Glasses or goggles with clear or yellow lenses are preferred for trail riding, it can be dark in the woods.