MTB Skills Clinics at Kingdom Trails

Things to know

• COVID-19 measures in Kingdom Trails, Vermont

  57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.

  We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re travelling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Kingdom Trails, Vermont, please refer to the Vermont Government’s health guidelines.
  Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

• What’s included?

  This is what you get on this adventure:

  • • An experienced MTB guide with extensive local knowledge of the area
    • A half-day of riding a mountain bike

  What’s not included:

  • • Meals and snacks
    • Bike rentals
    • Water
    • Helmet
    • Accommodations
    • Transportation
    • Kingdom Trails Day Pass
• How fit do I need to be?

  You will need to be able to pedal for three to four hours. Even the easy tours require that riders be fit enough to pedal up some rising terrain.

  For the beginner clinics, it is important that you can keep balance and pedal for several hours. You’ll learn everything else over the course of the clinic.

  For the intermediate clinics, you will have to have mastered flat pedals and be able to ride relatively well in technical areas. Over the course, you will get better at steeper and more technical trails that may contain larger technical trail features, drops and high speed cornering.

• What if I’ve never mountain biked before?

  To book this adventure, all riders, regardless of age or height, must be capable of operating hand brakes and shifting gears. A guide will explain the different mountain bike techniques and body positions to get you feeling comfortable on the trail. You will progress at a level that is consistent with your comfort. Once you finally get the hang of trail riding, you will only want more!

• What about required equipment?

  You’ll need:

  • • Sneakers or sport shoes
    • Breathable outside layer or jacket
    • Bike tights
    • Biking shorts
    • A riding jersey or t-shirt
    • Windbreaker or light jacket
    • Two pairs of breathable socks.
    • Sneakers or sport shoes
    • Sunglasses
    • Water bottle or hydration bladder
    • Daypack with snacks
    • Biking gloves are optional but recommended
    • Bike repair kit
    • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)

  Wear comfortable riding or athletic clothing, preferably moisture wicking or synthetic material.
  Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season.

• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • For this adventure, you will join a group and the max client to guide ratio will be 8:1. The tours are not private and cost is per person.
    • The costs do not decrease as your group grows.
    • Mountain biking in Kingdom Trails can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements:

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.

  If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Getting there and meeting location

  To get to Kingdom Trails, most people fly to Burlington International Airport (BTV / KBTV), just under 2 hours away. From there, you can rent a car or take a shuttle to get to the Kingdom Trails.

  Your guide will suggest the best time and place to meet, whether that’s at the guide shop or a predetermined location.