Learning to Mountain Bike at Bolton Valley

Learning to Mountain Bike at Bolton Valley

September 10, 2025

Downhill mountain biking can sound intimidating—especially with kids. But at Bolton Valley, it was surprisingly approachable (and fun!) thanks to a private beginner lesson, easy gear rentals, and trails designed to help new riders build confidence. My son and I decided to give it a try, and it turned into one of our favorite summer … Read More

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Gravity on Wheels: Downhill Mountain Biking at Mount Snow Resort

Gravity on Wheels: Downhill Mountain Biking at Mount Snow Resort

June 24, 2016

My three girls are pretty avid bike riders. We’ve got a great bicycle path near our house where we ride frequently and last summer they pedaled an impressive 150-miles along a converted rail trail in Quebec. Yet despite their comfort on two wheels, they were hesitant to try downhill mountain biking. And despite my own enthusiasm … Read More

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