Mountain Biking Day Tours of Magnificent 7

Things to know

• COVID-19 measures in Moab, Utah

  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 Moab, Utah, please refer to Visit Utah’s COVID-19 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 or a full-day of riding a mountain bike
    • Full-suspension bike (subtract $25 if you have your own bike)
    • Lunch for full-day tours
    • Helmet
    • Snacks

  What’s not included:

  • • Lunch for half-day tours
    • Transportation to and from Moab
    • Accommodations
• How fit do I need to be?

  You will need to be able to pedal between 12 and 20 miles, depending on the itinerary you choose. This tour are suitable for more seasoned mountain bikers with excellent fitness and very strong bike handling skills. Riding is primarily on rough doubletrack and singletrack with frequent obstacles that are typically larger than knee high. Sections of trail can be very challenging with frequent ascents and descents. After booking, your guide will determine the group’s skill level and capabilities and cater the day to your specific abilities.

  Keep in mind, opting for the full day option means more biking, which is strenuous even if you stay on the easier trails.

• What if I’ve never mountain biked before?

  This adventure is not appropriate for beginner mountain bikers. To book this adventure, all riders, regardless of age or height, should be advanced to expert riders. Singletrack trails add an element of technical difficulty because of the narrowness of the trails. If you are considering an intermediate or advanced singletrack tour, previous experience riding singletrack trails is essential.

  If you are a beginner looking to upgrade their MTB abilities, we recommend you check out some of the beginner trails in Moab with a group or with a private guide! 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 the group tours, the min client to guide ratio is 2:1 and the max client to guide ratio is 6:1. The tours are not private and cost is per person. The costs do not decrease as your group grows.
    • If you are a party of one but want to ride with a group, and if you are willing to pay the solo rate, we will guarantee that your tour runs — even if you end up being the only person on it. If someone else joins your tour, your rate will automatically drop!
    • For the private tour, the max client to guide ratio is 8:1. The tour is private and the cost is per person.

  Mountain biking in Moab 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.
    • Children as young as 10 are able to go on trips with a legal guardian. That said, if you have a young rider strong enough to handle sustained climbs (either riding or walking their bike) of hundreds of feet, and rough terrain, then they may be able to participate on a case-by-case basis.

  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 Moab, most people fly to Canyonlands Regional Airport (CNY) in Moab, UT. Other options include flying into Grand Junction, CO, about a two-hour drive away, and Salt Lake City, UT, which is four hours away. You can rent a car or use one of the local Moab shuttle companies to get to the trailhead.

  When doing the Mag 7, most people opt for a car shuttle to the Poison Spider trailhead on S.R. 279 (an asphalt and dirt route also known as Potash Road). Independent commercial shuttle services are also available. The route usually begins at the trailhead on S.R. 313.

  Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, whether that’s at the guide shop or a predetermined location.

• Cancellation policy

  Day Trips Cancellations
  Fully refundable within the initial 48 hours from booking, unless the trip date is less than 7 days from the time of the booking.
  Cancellations up to 7 days prior to the trip date are refundable 100%.
  Cancellations within 7 days prior to the trip date are non-refundable.