Trail Etiquette, Education and Overcrowding. On most summer weekends, just as the sun begins to shine on the valley floor, a steady parade of cars descend on trailhead parking lots in Breckenridge. It used to be only during peak season, but 2020 saw a significant increase in visitors year-round. The visitors likely come from around […]
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It took me nearly a decade to finally ride the 25-mile Firecracker 50 loop, here’s why. I’ve no grandiose delusions about my ability to climb Little French on my mountain bike. Little French is a legendary trail that, when seen in photos, looks relatively benign. Still, in reality, it’s a constant ascent with waves of
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The weather is in a steel gray, blustery snowy pattern as I ponder this topic. Spring seems far away at this moment; I am hopeful it starts making guest appearances soon and finally takes over the show. There is an election going on in Breckenridge. It’s a race for Mayor and for three (3) new
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May in Breckenridge means budding daffodils and aspen trees, bear sightings, road riding and most importantly, Mother’s Day! Happy Mother’s Day to all you moms out there. And for all you guys who need gift Ideas for those bike-crazy ladies in your life, I found a few that would make me smile. Giro Tessa Bike
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“The Barney Flow Trail is a new style of trail that has features and concepts that are a little more progressive than traditional single track. Where riders can find a rhythm or flow carving up or down, back and forth.”
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Know Before You Go: This scenic loop explores some of Summit County’s historic regions including Sallier Barber Mine, a well-preserved structure perched on a ridge above French Gulch. expect traffic on the lower French Gulch Road, which is surrounded mainly by private land for the first few mines. Please respect all “No Trespassing” signs. Most
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Know Before You Go: Expect vehicle traffic on Tiger Road and some jeeps in the upper drainages. Private property (including many fragile mining structures) is common in the area. Respect all “No Trespassing” signs and view historic buildings from a distance. Parking: From Hwy 9 turn right onto Tiger Road ( by the Breckenridge Golf
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Know Before You Go: This area is usually the first to lose snow around Breckenridge and is often ridable by June. Large aspen groves also make this an excellent fall ride. Numerous side roads may make route finding a challenge and also provide some additional exploring. However, much of the land is private. To avoid
Expect varied Trail Conditions and pay attention to the signs … Rocky, rugged, steep is common in the high country.
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