EPISODE · May 9, 2022 · 33 MIN
Ep 32. Biking in Breckenridge | Explore Breckenridge CO on an E-bike | Mountain biking at Breckenridge Resort and nearby trails
from The TripOutside Podcast · host Reet Singh
Outdoor things to do in Breckenridge in the summer: Live music, fly fishing, rafting near Breckenridge, paved path biking (electric and regular) and mountain biking What's the best time to visit Breckenridge for the summer? July 4th is the official start of the summer. July, August, and September are the best. In late September there can be a chance of early season snow. It's not as busy as the winter because people are outdoors and spread out. The cycling culture in Breckenridge: Varied bike culture, something for everyone Bike Path / Paved biking in Breckenridge: Bike path - you can bike all the way to Dillon even Vail. In town riding, there are bike lanes and bike paths all over town. E-bikes are an incredible way to get around and are a great equalizer because you're at 9600 feet. Mountain biking in Breckenridge Mountain biking: There is everything for beginners to advanced riders. There is a bus that you can load your bike on and a shuttle and Breckenridge Ski and Sport also offers a shuttle Breckenridge Ski Resort offers Lift service / Downhill biking Skate park - Frisco bike park for dirt jumps, pump track, and slope slide lines. The park is great for improving skills for pumping, jumps, and turns. Breckenridge mountain biking trails Beginner: Blue river trail is a great beginner biking trail that locals use for commuting. Flumes trail - bike out of town. Fast and flowy without too many obstacles. Intermediate/advanced - Eastside trail, it finishes in town and you can grab a snack when you're done. Natural style cross country trails without the worry of massive drops or jumps Riding downhill is a workout but don't have to worry about elevation as much Mountain biking tips in Breckenridge MOST IMPORTANT TIP: Start early to avoid afternoon thunderstorms Wear sunscreen It's easy and accessible to get your lift ticket and get out on the mountain. Check Breckenridge Resort's website for the opening date for lift assist mountain biking season start. E-biking Breckenridge We rent e-bikes, they are very user-friendly and come with built-in bike racks, you can run errands around town. With electric-assist bikes, you have to pedal but it helps tremendously. Riding from Breckenridge to Frisco offers some beautiful views, especially around Lake Dillon Range: They have a long range due to 4 modes. The range can vary based on weight, extra load, how much uphill, and how much assist you're using. Visiting Breckenridge without renting a car Visit Breckenridge without renting a car and get around on your e-bike! You can get multi-day rentals and keep the charger and even have the bike delivered to you. Links: https://tripoutside.com/s/breckenridge-co/any/
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