Biking News and Upcoming Events

Other Upcoming Biking Events ~ July 7, 2008 - August 25, 2008

Mountain Bike Mondays at Galena Lodge, July 7 - August 25: Free Mountain Bike clinics (45 minutes) followed by a short group ride (30-45 minutes) to encourage road riders to ride the road or Harriman trail up to Galena. Galena Lodge will offer dinners for $10-15 after the ride.

Galena Grinder Whit Henry Memorial, July 26: Cross country mountain bike race at Galena Lodge.

Ride the Rails, August 10: Celebrate our Wood River Trails on Sunday, August 10. Bike (all non-motorized users welcome) from Ketchum to Hailey on the old Union Pacific Railroad right-of-way. Join Mountain Rides/Smart Moves Community Challenge Party after the ride.

Trail Creek Time Trials, September 13: Test yourself on a 10.4 mile course rising 850 vertical feet up Trail Creek Summit. The course starts just east of Ketchum on Sun Valley/Trail Creek Road at the intersection of Coral Creek.

Boulder Mountain Bicycle Tour, September 14: This great year end bicycle event starts in Ketchum and rolls up the highway to end at Galena Lodge. Join friends and family in this fun filled "tour". Great food, prizes and fun to be had at Galena Lodge after the ride.

300 Vertical, 28 Miles, 1 Lift Ticket

No visit to Sun Valley is complete without a trip to Bald Mountain. The world famous mountain is now open to sightseers and adventurers all summer long. Whether you want a relaxing day in the wildflowers, or a challenging journey through the rugged beauty of Idaho's wilderness, a day on Bald Mountain promises an unforgettable experience for everyone.

Sun Valley offers nearly 28 miles of hiking and biking trails that give you plenty of room to explore beautiful Bald Mountain. Feel free to tackle the trails yourself, and discover all the little things that make the Bald Mountain experience so unique.

For the true "gear head," Bald Mountain offers everything from challenging uphill climbs to extreme downhill switchbacks covering over 3,000 vertical feet. Grab your water bottle and helmet and dig in to nearly 28 miles of intense trails covering everything the Idaho wilderness can throw at you.

Check With Local Experts Before You Head Out

Biking Local biking experts abound with all of the outfitters and retail outlets who are on our trails consistently and bring the latest buzz back to their establishments. From Jason's Cycling page at the Elephant's Perch or Formula Sport's Myth Buster page and BikeSpeak forum to Backwood's latest news postings and Sturtos' outdoor reports. Also local non-profit group Big Wood Backcountry Trails' offers extensive trail condition reports. Many local websites to choose from offer a plethora of biking details.

Also check with our local outfitters who offer guided overnight trips or daily planned rides on area trails for an experience that is worthwhile but not one you've had to plan yourself!