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SkiStar Bike Park – lift assisted mountain biking

Experience speed, flow and excitement with lift assisted mountain biking in SkiStar Bike Park. Take the lift to the top and ride down purpose-built trails with berms, jumps, technical sections and fun challenges along the way.

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What is SkiStar Bike Park?

SkiStar Bike Park is our area for lift assisted mountain biking. You take the lift to the top and ride back down on purpose-built trails designed for different skill levels.

Compared with traditional trail riding, Bike Park riding often offers more vertical descent, larger features and longer downhill runs.

It is all about gravity riding, with minimal pedalling and maximum fun on the descent.

SkiStar Bike Park at our destinations

SkiStar Bike Park is available at several of our destinations and offers unique experiences, from family-friendly flow trails to advanced gravity lines.

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Lift assisted mountain biking in the mountains

Lift assisted mountain biking offers a unique sense of freedom. From the top of the mountain, long descents, berms, fun features and varied terrain await.

Whether you want to cruise down wide trails or challenge yourself technically, there are lines and areas for a range of ability levels.

Many riders choose Bike Park when they want to take their riding to the next level after becoming comfortable with regular trail riding.

Different types of trails in Bike Park

At SkiStar Bike Park you will find several different trail types. Some trails combine multiple elements, but most have a distinct riding style and character.

Flow trails

Flow trails are designed for speed, rhythm and progression, with berms, smooth surfaces and a riding experience that flows naturally from top to bottom.

Freeride trails

Freeride trails often include jumps, drops and other built features that create a more playful, challenging and action-packed descent.

Technical trails

Technical trails typically feature roots, rocks, uneven terrain and more demanding sections that require greater balance, control and technique.

Downhill

Downhill is the most dedicated and demanding form of lift assisted mountain biking, with steep, fast and technically challenging tracks for experienced riders.

Equipment and protection

The right equipment makes the experience both safer and more enjoyable, while giving you better control as speed increases and terrain becomes more demanding.

Bike for Bike Park

For the best possible experience, we recommend a full suspension bike designed for Bike Park and lift assisted mountain biking. These bikes are built to handle rougher terrain, bigger impacts and repeated downhill runs.

Protective equipment

We always recommend using additional protection in Bike Park, as speeds and impacts are often greater than during normal trail riding.

  • A full face helmet provides extra protection for your head and face.
  • Knee pads and gloves improve comfort and confidence.
  • A back protector can help reduce the risk of injury in the event of a fall.

If you do not have your own equipment, you can easily hire modern bikes and protective gear at our destinations.

Getting started at the right level

Although Bike Park riding offers speed and excitement, you do not need to be an expert to give it a try. The most important thing is to start at the right level and build your skills gradually.

Start easy and build confidence

If you are new to lift assisted mountain biking, we recommend starting on easier flow trails and getting familiar with the bike, terrain and trail design.

It is beneficial to feel comfortable on at least blue trails in SkiStar Trail Park before progressing to Bike Park.

Get help from an instructor or guide

Our instructors and guides can help you improve your technique, confidence and flow on the bike. This is perfect for beginners as well as riders who want to progress faster.

If you are completely new to the sport, we also recommend our guide to getting started with mountain biking.

Cycling down the mountain trail in Åre with a view of the lake and forest landscape

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