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Mountain Biking Etiquette

Rules of the Trail

1. Ride Only On Designated Trails
2. Leave No Trace
   
3. Control Your Mountain Bike
   
4. Yield Appropriately
   
5. Never Scare Animals
   
6. Plan Ahead
   

Ride Only On Designated Trails

• Only ride on trails designated for mountain biking or multi-use for hiking and mountain biking. 
• Respect trail closures—if you’re unsure, please contact us 814-446-2247.
• Don’t trespass on private land—get a permit or other required authorization.  The property is posted for no ATV's, Motorized Vehicles and Hunting.
• Never ride in areas designated as a protected area—it’s against the law.

Leave No Trace

• Muddy trails are vulnerable to damage — consider other options if a trail is soft.
• Stay on existing trails — never create a new one.
• Don’t cut switchbacks.
• Pack out at least as much as you pack in.

Control Your Mountain Bike

• Obey all speed regulations and recommendations.
• Stay alert — inattention for even a moment can put yourself and others at risk.
• Watch for hikers - they have the right away
• Always ride within your limits, mountain biking is a dangerous activity.

Yield Appropriately

• Always let other trail users know you're coming — give a friendly greeting.
• Anticipate other trail users as you ride around corners.
• Yield to non-bike trail users (gently enlighten them if the trail is clearly signed for bike-only travel).
• Yield to riders headed uphill whenever you’re riding downhill (gently enlighten them if the trail is clearly signed for one-way or downhill-only traffic).
• Make every pass a safe and courteous one.

Never Scare Animals

A frightened animal can be both vulnerable and dangerous. The only thing that keeps animals safe from you is you.

• Stay alert — animals are easily startled by an unannounced approach, a sudden movement or a loud noise.
• Give animals enough room and time to adjust to you.
• Use special care when passing horses — follow directions from the horseback riders (ask if uncertain).
• Never disturb wildlife, cattle or other domestic animals.

Plan Ahead

Learning the IMBA Rules of the Trail is a good first step. You should also research your trip and pack wisely — preparing well is always easier than triage on the trail.

Many trail systems use trail signs with the same symbols that ski areas rely on to mark difficulty: green circles for beginner-friendly trails, blue squares for trails suited to intermediate riders, and black (or, gulp, double black) diamonds for expert-only options.

Additional tips:

• Always have sufficient water and food supply
• Always have a first aid kit to treat minor injury or bites
• A GPS app such as Gaia GPS is highly recommended or an actual GPS unit.
• Know your equipment, your ability and how to properly prepare for the area where you’re riding.
• Be self-sufficient — keep your equipment in good repair and carry supplies for changes in weather and other conditions.
• Always wear a helmet and appropriate safety gear.

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