Slickrock Adventure Ride
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Short, near-vertical climbs... swirling, winding ascents... quick, sharp cornering... one exciting obstacle after another awaits to challange you. Enjoy the unique, fantastic landscape of famous Gooseberry Mesa, southwest Utah's mecca for technical mountain bike enthusiasts, on a half- or full-day adventure ride. Your guide will help push your technical prowess through short demonstrations, followed by extensive experience on a variety of terrain obstacles.

PREREQUISITES
»- Groups of 2 or more - Designed for people seeking a technical, off-road mountain bike ride - Previous off-road riding experience recommended - Age 10 or older recommended
CURRICULUM
»You will learn and apply: - Managing gears appropriate to terrain - Body position and weight distribution for steep climbs and descents - Technical braking techniques - Desert Bike Travel - Natural history of local flora and fauna - "Leave No Trace" practices relative to cycling
EXPERIENCE
»You will ride in a desert environment that will include, but may not be limited to: - Riding in an environment of washes, desert terrain, and wind-polished slickrock - Exploration of an off-road biking playground with obstacles of varying difficulty - Enjoy jaw dropping views of Zion, the Hurricane Valley, and the Pine Valley Mountains - Exposure to cliff edges and steep slopes - Riding very steep drops and quick, vertical ascents
GEAR
»We provide full-suspension mountain bikes and all the necessary technical gear for your experience, but recommend you bring: - 2 quarts of water/person & food/snacks - Small backpack (e.g. Camelbak) to carry food & water - Sunscreen - Synthetic athletic clothes - Bicycle gloves - Closed-toe shoes - Camera
SCHEDULE
»- Departs 6:30 am - 4 to 8 hours (half-day or full-day) - Call for availability
LOCATION
»All trips leave from Zion Adventure Company Outdoor Center at 868 Zion Park Boulevard, behind the Zion Pizza and Noodle Restaurant.
PREPARATION
»Early reservations advised. Dates may book 30 days out, June through August. Check your calendar and book early.
PRICE
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Slickrock Half Day w/8+$99.00 / person
Slickrock Half Day w/5-7$110.00 / person
Slickrock Full Day w/8+$125.00 / person
Slickrock Half Day w/2-4$135.00 / person
Slickrock Full Day w/5-7$139.00 / person
Slickrock Full Day w/2-4$159.00 / person
Slickrock Half Day w/1$225.00 / person
Slickrock Full Day w/1$300.00 / person
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