Snow Summit Mountain Biking - A BEGINNER'S GUIDE. Make your first day a rad one! 🤘🏽

[@mtb_alan]

There was so much I could have said about Snow Summit's mountain bike park, and I know I missed important things. Feel free to ask me anything or if you have any tips or tricks, it would be rad if you shared them!

[@calirailfan0055]

MTB ALAN can u do a review of SkyPark and also can u post the vid of how to do sleigh ride and never land jumpline thanks -Alex 🤟🏽🤟🏽👌🏼👌🏼🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@mtb_alan]

Not a bad idea. I've got it in my list of possible future vids. :)

[@Xclusiveautoofficial]

Where is this trail at ??

[@miguelfernandez2969]

I'll be up there in the next couple weeks for my first ever time riding park. I'm so stoked! Awesome to really see everything from parking lot to tickets, bathrooms, coffee and lifts. This is the only video that really shows everything and gets you ready for Snow Summit. GREAT JOB ALAN!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks for the kind words, Miguel! I hope you have a rad time while you're up there. Gimme a shout if you see me on the mountain!

[@TheOutsiderMTB]

Great info bud! I was going to ask if you can ride it on a hard tail, but now I know I can!

[@mtb_alan]

Ha! Thanks Tony.

[@robertfairrington7706]

I love your f’n energy Alan. Brining my son 14yo son to summit and checked your guides first, even tho he’s gonna leave me in the dust at least I feel good about going after this video. Keep doing what you’re doing!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks for the kind words! Have a rad day up there!

[@robertfairrington7706]

@@mtb_alan we had a rad day up there!

[@mtb_alan]

Sweet!

[@RMATRO22]

My son and I just started mountain biking this year. We're having so much fun riding our local trails and can't wait for Snow Summit bike park to open for the season. Your positive vibes and all of your videos continue to inspire us and can't wait for our next ride. Keep up the great work, your pure stoke for the sport and hope to see you on the trails one day.

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Local trails, bike park, wherever...bikes are fun! Gimme a shout if you see me on the trail. 🤘🏾

[@brucewarren5248]

Even though I've been going to Summit for several years, I enjoyed the video. I recommend it for anyone new.

[@mtb_alan]

🙏🏾😃

[@jeffskinner2440]

Planning my first trip up to ride Snow Summit for this weekend and this video (along with many others on your channel) have been a big help/boost of confidence. Thx

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah, Jeff. Hope you have a rad time.

[@brucedishneau5366]

My dude....Just thanks...I'll be ridding summit next week and was feeling a little lost... so much good info and respect we need more of this!!!!!

[@mtb_alan]

Glad to help! 👊🏾

[@SOCALMTBAdventures]

Perfect video planning on going there soon!! Thank you bud 🤙🏻

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure! Get it!

[@stkbkr1]

You covered all the topics, thank you.

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure.

[@Jawsh98]

Great video! I sent this to a large newer group going in two weeks and they all said "Thank you!"

[@mtb_alan]

That is awesome, Joshua! Thanks for sharing this, and tell everyone hi and to gimme a shout if they see me up there! 👋🏽

[@BraaapoholicBob]

I'm long time dirt biker...not much bike experience...just turned 60 but in good shape...gunna give the park a try towards later July...thank you for the overview!

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah, Bob! Your dirt bike experience will definitely help you out. Rad to see you staying in the game. 👊🏽

[@MTBMOR]

Don't come up on a Saturday......

[@laderamtb3684]

The lines on Saturday were over 30 minutes...ouch

[@mtb_alan]

Ha! Yeah...the lines can get a bit long.

[@mtb_alan]

Sundays tend to be a bit slower than Saturdays. Hope you’re stoke will last until next season when they trails are open again. 😬

[@kingcastle8960]

thank god i’m coming up on friday

[@pearana]

you had me at "epic mustache" thanks for making the vid, i'll be heading up from PHX in a few weeks. good info!

[@mtb_alan]

Haha! Nice. Gimme a shout if you see me on the trail. 🤘🏾

[@justinh7099]

Hey Alan, really enjoying your new content/formats. It feels like you are finding your niche and doing an excellent job and having fun. See you next time buddy!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Justin! It's a constant process of exploration. See ya!

[@immortalduffman]

My first trip to snow summit was probably over 20 years ago. We went for my buddies birthday. We rented bikes from the part that were hard tails with a "good" front fork. I believe it also had cable V brakes. We had a great time. I need to find the picture of it. The MTB world has changed so much since then.

[@mtb_alan]

That. Is. Rad! My older brother took me up there in the early 90s, and he rented me a Diamondback. Gads. Do you recall what trails there even were to ride?

[@immortalduffman]

@@mtb_alan I feel like we rode something similar to going green in that section of the mountain. Lots of the trails were basically ski slopes labeled as black diamonds. I made it half way down one of those trails and then we went back to what was probably going green before it was going green. I want to say we also tried turtle or what is now turtle. It was an awesome day. At one point I bailed over the bars by leap frogging them and then just started running down the mountain with my bike chasing me as it tumbled down. It was epic.

[@mtb_alan]

LOL! Leapfroggin' the bike! That's awesome! Yeah...when we were up there, one of the trails we rode seemed like an OG version of Going Green. Good times.

[@curtmmorgan4149]

Great video Alan. Thanks for the great tips and being so positive

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Curt! My pleasure.

[@TheStabbyCyclist]

First trip to Snow Summit was quite a blast. Recently moved from the PNW and, while I miss the loam, the fast runs of the bike park challenged me. I personally prefer more techy, natural trails so I gave 10-Ply a shot. That trail was a doozy. Definitely not for the faint of heart. Makes me want to buy a DH bike, and I just might.

[@mtb_alan]

Welcome to SoCal! Yeah, the high speeds cam take some adjustment. And indeed, 10-Ply is a good one. A DH rig would suit it, especially if you’re gonna race. That being said, I felt pretty good on the Nomad. In any case, gimme a shout if you see me up there. 🤘🏾

[@mtbwithshane5699]

Thanks for this Alan! Cant wait to experience a bike park. Very detailed and informative.

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure! I hope it helps. 👊🏽

[@tman7449]

Just found your channel and love the content!! I look forward to seeing more of your vids!

[@mtb_alan]

Glad you dig it! 👊🏾

[@dddd1uk]

Great vid as ever Alan, wish I’d had this a couple of years ago when I first went. Keep’em coming 😀

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Will do.

[@mrsmartypants_1]

Very nice. Thanks Alan!

[@mtb_alan]

No problem.

[@frankly.everything]

Awesome job of explaining everything! subbed.

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! And Thanks for the sub!

[@Runhikeandbike]

Totally awesome! Long time rider. Love your approach, leadership, and guidance! Thank you! Keep it up! "subscribed" Cheers!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks John! And thanks for subscribing! 🙏🏽

[@1239bassman]

Great video for beginners! Cant wait to go next month.

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Thanks. Maybe I'll see you up there.

[@howtodoit1779]

I am currently riding a 29er xc hard tail.

[@mtb_alan]

Nice.

[@cesarmiranda7696]

I was there for the 1st time on Monday June 27th and didn't know that I had to wait my turn at the beginning of the trailhead... Sorry everyone!!! I should be there on Monday July 18th. I promise I'll be more respectful. I'll be the guy who totally kicks ass on the Going Green trail 😂🤣😂🤣! Thanks Alan!

[@mtb_alan]

Ha! As long as you had fun, you were doing it right. 😆🤘🏾

[@jakeestrada1239]

Going alone this Friday first time! Thanks so much for all the awesome info! Only question is do you bring snacks etc.. ?

[@mtb_alan]

Nice! FYI. The trails have changed some since I made this vid,, but the most of the other info is still good. As far as snacks, it doesn't hurt to carry snacks, but there are also multiple food options and water sources at the top and bottom of the lifts. When I go, I don't wear a pack of any sort and maybe carry a bar in my pocket just in case. That's the beauty of the bike park!

[@celstark]

Knew the Minions did well here and all, but never knew they were designed for SoCal. When I first saw the Kenda Regolith, based on the name alone, I thought we had a clear “designed for SoCal” tire as by late summer, regolith sure seems about the right word!

[@mtb_alan]

Ha! That’s funny. Yeah, I listened to a podcast with Colin Bailey and he was talking about that.

[@rlake13]

Great vid, this is exactly the info I need to start riding @bike park

[@mtb_alan]

Sweet! Hope you have fun!

[@jagerbombed2725]

Another great video! You give me hope that I too can get good at jumping!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! It's definitely an ongoing process.

[@jagerbombed2725]

@@mtb_alan Its been great watching you progress, you bounced back so quick from your crash too!

[@dougcronkhite2113]

Thanks man.. I'm headed up on the 29th (a Saturday.. I know), and am crazy excited about it.. At 52 years old, this is a very new world for me.. but can't wait!

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah!

[@a.b.c.1961]

Awesome THANKS!

[@mtb_alan]

No problem!

[@sunglassrob7752]

Great Video Alan!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks Rob!

[@mtbsack590]

Lol I was the one saying hi at 2:40 🤪 sorry I'm a nerd bahaha

[@mtb_alan]

Ha! No way! I always dig meeting subscribers. You're subscribed right? 🤔

[@mtbsack590]

@@mtb_alan Yup! I enjoy your commentary keep it up! Your Party wave to Westridge video help me alot now I'm sailing over the jumps 🤟😁

[@ulyses5562]

Awesome video new to your channel and like the content. This was the first video I saw a few weeks ago and I came to re watch. I’m a beginner (so much so that I haven’t hit any trails yet) and on the heavy side. I have a entry level GT aggressor hardtail would you say it’s ok to hit going green with that or should I upgrade my tires at least. If thats the case what tire would you recommend from the maxxis line up?

[@mtb_alan]

Welcome to this awesome sport! That bike should be fine on Going Green. You might also take it on the Pirates-Plumbers-Fern route on the backside (check the Trailforks app/website ). As far as the tires, what’s more important is having a tubeless setup if you’re currently using tubes. Another key upgrade would be to get some good pedals with spikes like the Oneup Composite, Kona Wahwah, or Crank Bros. Stamp. Also good riding shoes like the FiveTen Freerider. Tire upgrades can be nice but if you’re tires are still pretty new, wait until they’re worn to replace them. 👍🏾 Hope that helps.

[@ragreenburg]

When does the season usually end?

[@eminasatoorians2513]

can you rent bikes over there

[@mtb_alan]

Yup!

[@jimmybags1494]

To all the people who ride this, I'm a fairly advanced rider and I'm moving down south in a week or so. I'm without a bike at the moment besides my bmx skatepark rat steed. I'm either about to buy a 2017 Scott Gambler or a Banshee Darkside. I've usually just rocked an aggressive enduro setup and I'm worried a gambler might be too much. Opinions?

[@mtb_alan]

Yo! A dual-crown like the Gambler is probably too much bike for most trails down here in SoCal. DH bikes will be rad for Snow Summit and some of the DH shuttle runs around. But most people kill it on an aggressive Enduro. Something like the newer Ransom might be a better choice (if you're cool with 29). But these are the daily-drivers (for both pedal and bike park days) I tend to see the heavy hitters riding around here: Santa Cruz Nomad or Bronson, Intense Tracer, Yeti SB165, and YT Capra. Of course there's the same category bikes from the big three, and they all do well too. Hope that helps.

[@mtb_alan]

Damnit! Now you got me looking at bikes. 😆

[@Est3_85]

Keep’em coming brudda! 🤙🏽Just getting into MTB. Going up Wed for the first time. Your vids are helpful and encouraging. Thanks

[@mtb_alan]

Will do! Heck yeah, Steven! Let me know if this vid helps you out at all! You're in for a rad day!

[@lanzonests]

what kinda bike do you need? thats easy, get the most expensive one! lol cool video..!

[@mtb_alan]

Glad you dug it. 👍🏾

[@AdamMock]

This got me so pumped to hit it! I had no idea about Squirrel Catchers, that's handy to know. Love the etiquette advice too. Now you have me wondering how many times I didn't get out of the way for another rider cheering me on! 🤔😬 Great guide Alan, I'll definitely be checking this out again before I head up!

[@mtb_alan]

Ha ha! I was actually thinking about you some while making this vid. Get yer booty up der, Adam!

[@AdamMock]

@@mtb_alan Ha! It must have been the etiquette part! Always learning! Might be up there or Skypark on Friday if schedule allows. ✌🏼🤟🏼

[@mtb_alan]

Ha! Oh no...didn't mean it that way. I was just wondering when Mock was gonna make it to Summit.

[@nixonow]

Yes! Perfect timing for this guide to come out!! Just graduated from a hardtail to my first full suspension a few months ago. About to go up to summit this week, I'm coming from a heavy BMX background so your channel has been a huge resource for me. This was tremendously helpful and encouraging. Looking forward to getting familiar to the green and blue trails. Thanks Alan!

[@mtb_alan]

Right on! That BMX background will help you a lot once you're ready for Partywave and Westridge. Glad you're encouraged by this vid! Gimme a shout if you see me up there! 👊🏽

[@marklopez5267]

Which FS bike did you end up going with?

[@edgarift]

Good info! I hear the annual pass is well worth it...

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Oh...ha! I just suggested you watch this vid in regards to your hardtail question.

[@TheExtraCrank]

Awesome vid and really good riding too. Keep it up 🤘Subbed and looking forward to more 👍 TEC

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks for the sub! Glad you dug it!

[@sherm7456]

When riding snow summit. Where would be the easiest place to stay?

[@mtb_alan]

Easiest? If you're camping, there are a number of campgrounds really close to the lifts. There is also a lot of Bureau of Land Management space where you just gotta find a spot to set up. I also use AirBnb to find spots...but I tend to message the hosts ahead of time to make sure there's a place to keep bikes. Hope that helps!

[@joeyjoey891]

I was there last week... I was on the turtle run and like you mentioned, the soft sand on a low Berm gave out and I slammed with no warning... Thank God I was wearing a full face helmet. It saves my ass! My knees and ribs payed the price... Lesson learned... protect your self!!! If you don’t your not protecting your families income..... So far one week in bed and hard to breath because of my ribs... I can’t wait to get back at it!!!!!

[@mtb_alan]

Dag! Sorry to hear you got broke off. And yes! Good point on taxing the fam. 😆 Heal up, bud! 👊🏽

[@alexramirez118]

Specialized butcher in front Specialized Cannibal in back. I'm light, so 17 to 18psi in front 20 to 21psi in back

[@OKZK_Bros]

hows this place on a week day rather than a weekend? also are they open 7 days a week

[@mtb_alan]

There are fewer people there during most weekdays. They're normally open seven days a week until Labor Day.

[@cesarlomibao2662]

Hi Alan, Awesome video!!! I just subscribed maybe a week or so ago. Glad I did!! I’m new to MTB (but old in years!! Lol). This video you did was excellent and so informative. I really appreciate your trail etiquette. Thank you so much for that!!! I definitely don’t want to be perceived as an old rude geezer!!! Lol!! I will go back through your catalog to see if you have any recommendations for beginner trails because I live in Torrance/Redondo Beach and I’ve just been going to Palos Verdes since that’s close to me. I only assume you live in or around Southern CA because you mention going to Snow Summit nearly every weekend. Again, I thank you. Stay safe!! Best Regards, Cesar

[@mtb_alan]

Hi Cesar! Welcome to this awesome sport! And I feel you on the age. I came into mountain biking pretty late in life, but the stoke is just as high! Also check out The Outsider MTB. He has a whole catalog of trail guides with useful links in his descriptions. 👍🏽

[@jameshinton429]

I’ve ridden a hard tail down Pampas. I had to skip a couple features, but that due to a lack of courage, not my bike lacking. Go send it people. I rode gnarly trails on a BMX bike with no suspension for the majority of my life, you can do it.

[@movavids4086]

HEY Alan what camera do you use when you ride? Also how do you have it attached to your chin of the helmet?

[@mtb_alan]

You can get all the details from my vid here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHmZaZafZ65sr7s

[@brettwilliford4350]

How many rear wheels do you bring 😂

[@mtb_alan]

Ha! Just one. Santa Cruz Carbon Reserve, son! 💪🏽

[@brettwilliford4350]

Damn son, looks like they hold up well!

[@Jerome0710]

Any people bring 26ers here? I’m just getting started and was only able to buy a full suspension 26er.

[@mtb_alan]

Ya. 26ers are alive and well up there.

[@Jerome0710]

MTB ALAN awesome! Keep up the great content!

[@JC-hh6uz]

Thank you Alan. I have an ebike. Is that acceptable at the bike park?

[@mtb_alan]

I believe Snow Summit updated their policy and are allowing ebikes but only on some of the trails. You’ll have to check their website for details. Hope that helps.

[@JC-hh6uz]

@@mtb_alan Thanks 🤙🏽

[@mtb_alan]

@@JC-hh6uz 👊🏾

[@Ebbrush3]

i ride 450 mx ..long elbow pads are the greatest protection you need

[@BrianSmall-q1q]

Hey Alan. Great job. We were there this past Saturday. I wished we watched this before, but we did okay. Lots of fun. We just did "Going Green" 4 runs. Once you learn the trail a bit, it becomes easier/more comfortable. What would you say is the next trail level up? We heard Turtle. Is it steeper? Going Green seemed to have a lot of rocks in the trail...is Turtle the same?

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Going Green is a great trail. Yeah, Turtle is a good next step. It's a bit steeper with a lot of big berms and some big rollers. No gaps and no drops. It's a solid blue trail. And once you're comfortable on that, check out Blue Steel which feeds back into lower Turtle. Too bad the trails on the backside of the park are shut down due to past fires. Pirates to Plumbers to Fern is a great singletrack trail combo. Hopefully that'll be open again next season. Hope that helps!

[@ptran1989]

Based on the Big Bear Mountain Resort website, there are three easy green trails - GOING GREEN, MINI PUMP TRAIL and SMALL WONDER. If we purchased a one-time bike lift, which one would you recommend? We would like something scenic and not too short of a trail. How long would it time for each? Planning our trip next week.

[@mtb_alan]

Hi! Thanks for reaching out. I think Going Green may be your best bet. It's about 3 miles long and is scenic pretty much the entire 3 miles. This vid is a few years old, but it'll still give you a good idea what Going Green is like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYGnhWWtnbGbrqc Also you can get more details here on the trail: www.trailforks.com/trails/going-green/ In any case, they don't have the Mini Pump Trail, and I think Small Wonder is a little singletrack that's not too easy to get to unless you're at the bottom of Turtle. Hope that helps!

[@TheStrangersVlog]

Just went up Saturday for my first time haha. I’m just a little late but I’ll use this for next time 🤙🤙

[@mtb_alan]

Right on! Hope you had a rad time!

[@Extrme_sports385]

Can I ride a canyon stoic or should I rent a dh bike? I can jump and handle drops but not TOO HUGE. Probably biggest 20 footer table

[@mtb_alan]

You can definitely have a good time at Snow Summit on a hard tail like the Stoic there. The chunk and braking bumps will be a bit rough on you. And depending on your jump skills, the bigger jump lines will either be a blast or a nightmare for you. 😆

[@gavinspear4790]

went today and literally ended my first run in first aid...

[@mtb_alan]

Oh no! Hope you’re all right.

[@bigdfernandthefernatellos2908]

Just met you at “Get the burger”. You took some time and spoke with my son and his friend. You are really good dude. I’m old but I am following you now. Have a great life!

[@mtb_alan]

No worries. Your son and his buddy were cool. 👊🏾 Thanks for the kind words.

[@xBry4nTx]

thinking about going with the family, but they don't all mountain bike, is there any activities from the parking lot or somewhere close for them to hang out or hike at while I ride? Awesome video by the way!

[@mtb_alan]

Glad you dug the vid. They have some activities near the bottom of the lifts. I would check with Summit about if they’re open during COVID. Note that right now Summit is closed until the National Forest here is open again. Check their Instagram for the most recent updates.

[@davidbrent9168]

One thing I noticed the last few times up there. Is people hollering from the lift chairs at slower riders down below, kind of mocking them. Annoys me shit like that does.

[@mtb_alan]

Yeah, sometimes people can be inconsiderate.

[@jareddeitch9121]

Good points on etiquette. I realized I could've been cutting people in line that I thought were waiting for a friend to get off the lift.

[@mtb_alan]

👍🏾

[@jamestaylor6860]

Great tips 59 year old and ready Great video staying on the green and blue hopefully some small jumps Thanks!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! Get it, James!

[@Jose-sy1je]

Don't you have to pay to ride there?

[@mtb_alan]

That's what the tickets are for. 2:52

[@Jose-sy1je]

​@@mtb_alanHow much are they? What if you just ride up to the top?

[@mtb_alan]

Check their website for pricing. You can pedal to the top, but you need a pass to ride a bike on park premises.

[@Lovtworide]

True! Bike park beats up bike fast, snapped my rear axel last week. 🤕 Nice video.

[@mtb_alan]

Oh dang! Sorry to hear that. Glad you dug the episode!

[@MTBMOR]

Broke a spoke on Going green warm-up run last weekend, then got a flat on my second run...

[@mtb_alan]

@@MTBMOR DAg.

[@BubsMTB]

I’m curious about bringing essentials to fix a puncture in your tire. Would suck to get a flat at the top of the mountain.

[@mtb_alan]

Not a bad idea.

[@justyouraveragedrummer4368]

Thanks for helping me hit the rainbow rock roll I took your advice and I hit it right away now I’m hitting it every time

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Congrats. Now I gotta follow my own advice and start hitting that again. 😁

[@justyouraveragedrummer4368]

MTB ALAN It’s pretty smooth this year

[@Keithmeister9]

Relax and have fun! Yeow! GO GREEN all the way lol. Great video Alan! My first time there was awesome, crashed on my 1st run on going green. It's a learning curve on loosey goosey trails. For beginners to have maximum fun, definitely full face, elbow/knee pads are a must because you will definitely crash from too much excitement. Thanks again for an awesome vid. 😁🤙

[@mtb_alan]

Sounds like you had an authentic Snow Summit experience! 😆 Glad you had an awesome time! Yew!

[@AurnobTrumpet]

Also, trails like going green and Turtle take a huge beating. Turtle on berms can make you grip if your bike isn't right and going green can get really rocky sometimes cause the breaking. It sorta causes the dirt to leave and lets the rocks reveal. I was up there on a 500 dollar hardtail and wooo it wasn't flowy. Me and my brother were going squirrely.

[@mtb_alan]

Ha! That's funny! My first season at Snow Summit, I was on a 500 dollar hardtail doing laps on Going Green. Good times!

[@BW_Vlogs]

I go snowboarding at snow summit and I want to go for mtb on my dh bike I’m gonna go soon 👌🏽

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah!

[@6jando6]

Please do an update on this? Post Covid.

[@jorgeguerrero6361]

How is ot going, just wanted to ask how much is it for the tickets.? Looks to good to he true..

[@mtb_alan]

It’s going great! Prices change. Check their website for the most up to date info. 🤘🏾

[@richardarabian1276]

Hitting it up this Saturday for the first time. You said you need at least 140 in the rear for black diamonds. Can you roll them with a SC Hightower 135 rear?

[@mtb_alan]

You’ll be ok on say Miracle Mile but on Westridge, if you’re rolling the jumps it won’t be much fun and people going trail speed will not be stoked.

[@mtb_alan]

That being said, Blue Steel to Lower Miracle Mile is a fun run.

[@ScoutsOut]

great video Alan thanks for the info, I look forward to getting out there!!

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Glad to help. Note that Blue Steel didn’t exist when I did this video. It’s a great new blue trail. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j53GoGNsl5KKe7M

[@ScoutsOut]

@@mtb_alan coo yea I watched blue steel last night too looks awesome, im looking forward to getting out there tomorrow...cheers!!

[@flowremix]

Are there spots during the runs I can pull over and take pictures of buddies?

[@mtb_alan]

Simple answer: yes. Just make sure there's a clear sight line for any oncoming traffic and that there's plenty of room for people to come through at high speed. I have had too many close calls where people were too close to the edge of the trail and at 30mph, that's no fun. 😁

[@SOCMTBR]

Hi MTB/ALAN - this is so dope video and very informative. You should’ve make more video like this. It’s like a story telling. Love it and keep ‘em coming! 🤙

[@mtb_alan]

Glad you dug it! More to come. 🤘🏽

[@boylagz]

Big Bear is an easy hill, dirt is loose but surprisingly grippy. If you want the you're-gonna-die looseness, go to Northstar 😂

[@mtb_alan]

I've definitely heard that Northstar has some proper tech.

[@boylagz]

@@mtb_alan sadly maybe only half the mountain might be open this year. Might not even go this season.

[@rastakim16333]

I AM GOING THIS WEEKEND FOR THE FIRST TIME AND THIS HELPS A LOT...THANKS ALAN! ..CAN YOU PARK OVERNIGHT IN THE PARKING LOT? PLANNING TO SLEEP IN MY CAR..

[@mtb_alan]

My pleasure! Gimme a shout if you see me up there!

[@AlexeiPavlov]

Snow Summit is Whack

[@pejkarnested3757]

I plan to stay in Agoura Hills, CA. over Christmas, will the park or any other's parks be open for biking around then. I could't really find anything on their web page. And thank you for great content.

[@mtb_alan]

Snow Summit is a ski resort during the winter. But Skypark at Santa's Village will be open. You do have to pedal up, but it's a mellow climb, and it's a blast. It can be pretty cold up there in December. You might also consider stuff like Aliso or Santiago Oaks since the weather down by the beach will be great for riding in December. Aliso: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTOoZ9prq1kndk Santiago Oaks mellow: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpaTd4B3jdVmebs Santiago Oaks more rowdy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKOxgHWQndRgpac Hope that helps!

[@pejkarnested3757]

@@mtb_alan Thanks alot.

[@mtb_alan]

👊🏾

[@robertsmith1581]

good video man. postponed out trip from nov 2020 to nov 2021. can't wait

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah!

[@TCinSoCal]

Thank you. My dad used to say “ride it before you race it.”

[@mtb_alan]

💯

[@onokaya]

Because you told me where the bathroom was you get a "LIKE"!

[@mtb_alan]

😆🤘🏽

[@Owenactor]

Excellent! Heading there soon.

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah!

[@DirtyAfrica]

Alan- do you wear wrist guards when you ride? I’m looking for some myself but can’t really find any meant for mountain biking. Haha L’s for the vid I’m actually going up for my first time tomorrow

[@mtb_alan]

Hope the vie helps out on your first visit to Snow Summit! re: wrist guards I've been wearing the TLD wrist support to help out with my previously injured wrist: amzn.to/2BQ0vtf The Mobius X8 is used by moto riders, but I've talked to a couple mountain bikers who also use that guard on the bike: amzn.to/2YGjRK6

[@JackHisGuitar]

I want to try this for the first time and don't have much experience or friends that have experience. is it not recommended to go alone for the first time? and would you recommend renting bikes and equipment? I know that rentals for bikes and gear can go up to 200 per day, which is a lot haha

[@mtb_alan]

Glad you're stoked. I can't make any real suggestions without knowing more about your experience, gear, and level of comfort with adventure. That being said, the Going Green trail can be fun on most decent and well-maintained mountain bikes. It's a trail aimed at riders with all levels of experience. I've seen little kids having fun on that trail. It's good to have a buddy for fun and also for support should you need it.. But if you don't have a buddy, go on a weekend when there will be more people on the trails. And make sure you add the Trail Patrol number to your phone for quick access in case you get injured and need help. If you end up going, the Trail Patrol number should be printed on the ticket. It's also posted on signs along the trails. It's also good to be able to do basic trail-side bike maintenance like fixing a flat or a dropped chain. Hope that helps!

[@JackHisGuitar]

thanks for the reply man! i have a bmx background, that was like 10 years ago haha. i assume that for this type of riding, its similar stance where I would be standing up on the bike the whole time?

[@mtb_alan]

@@JackHisGuitar A BMX background will help you out, but there are a lot of differences especially when it comes to the more chunky terrain. I would make sure you're confident on your mountain bike on your local trails before heading up to the park. It's not that you can't ride up there with little experience, but for the money, you'll get more for your money if you've got some good mountain bike handling skills under your belt.

[@JackHisGuitar]

thanks again! i love the content and info you put out. this does seem like something i want to get into. do you have a video on like how to get started on mtb? or possibly like some good budget bikes that are still quality and beginner friendly?

[@mtb_alan]

@@JackHisGuitar That's a great video idea.

[@juanandresf5433]

Can you rent a bike over there? Any contactas?

[@mtb_alan]

I believe Snow Summit rents bikes. Check the Big Bear Mountain Resort website. There are also a few local shops with rentals too.

[@lagwall]

Do you feel like the Santa Cruz Bronson is 100% bike park worthy?

[@lagwall]

HA! You answered it in the video.

[@mtb_alan]

😆

[@mattkavanaugh5623]

Thanks for a really helpful video Alan. My first time to Snow Summit (any bike park) was riding in the EWS last fall. I rode my 100mm XC FS bike, and needless to say was in waaaay over my head. But I survived and plan to go back this year with a more appropriate bike once the Covid situation settles down. Did you feel safe at the park in that respect?

[@mtb_alan]

Way to run what you brung with that 100mm bike! I feel relatively safe up there. The lines are the only place where people get very close but the bikes in the mix help keep some distance. That and being outside with some wind helps.

[@G.crickon]

Can you rent a bike at snow summit ?

[@mtb_alan]

Good question! I totally spaced this bit of info. You can rent, and they don't jack up the price. It's pretty comparable to other shops in town, and if something goes wrong, the mechs are right there on site.

[@G.crickon]

MTB ALAN Thanks for the sweet video . I have a hard tail 29er but I feel like I would enjoy a full suspension mtb up there more , now I can rent one up there .

[@mtb_alan]

👍🏽

[@G.crickon]

Is snow summit going to be closing because of these new COVID shut downs ?

[@Coedai_76]

Great video! I’m just stepping into to world of mountain biking. This info helped tremendously. Look forward to checking out Snow Summit soon! Thanks for the great info!

[@mtb_alan]

Thanks! My pleasure.

[@loamtrailer805]

pumped to ride there again!, now that we have 3 parks close by the competition is getting better! I think Summit needed Snow Valley and Skypark to give them some comp to build better trails! Rode Snow Valley and their black diamond trail I feel is underated it was comparable to Mammoth's gnar.

[@mtb_alan]

You said it, Adam! I think having the Fox US Open at Snow Summit also plays a part in their upgrades. I've also heard multiple rumors about MTB trails going in on Bear Mountain. Oh dang!

[@daviddyogi8279]

Wow...good information MTB/ALAN..good to know as a beginner rider like myself and crew...much appreciated!!

[@mtb_alan]

Right on, David. Hope the info helps!

[@mrlucifer4]

Thanx alan,getting ready to go there my first time,been to santa village couple times but want to try my downhill bike,always use my enduro at arrowhead,going to take a day off during the week and take it nice and easy,can't wait but i'm sure i'll have butterflies to the max,well thanx again,hope to talk again,if not then the day didn't go so well..LOL.

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Hope you have a rad day!

[@speed2live]

Great video yet again Alan. Hope to see you up there soon. I pulled the statement I posted earlier about Party Wave and Westridge being blue trails I thought. I looked at the 2018 trail map, and they're blacks.

[@mtb_alan]

🤘🏽

[@stevem3308]

With ongoing drought conditions in Southern California, it's about time that Snow Summit, Skypark and even Snow Valley realize that there is a large base of riders wanting and willing to pay for lift services to continue into Fall/Winter unless we actually get enough snow to close the trails.

[@mtb_alan]

I think it'd be rad if Snow Summit were a year-round bike park. I do imagine that even with a short and low-quality snow season, the resort probably still make more profit in the snow season. Also, I feel like I heard that their agreement with Forestry might affect the periods of time that the terrain can be used for different purposed...totally out of my depth here though.

[@trailmonster]

I think this is the nearest bike park near us with a lift. We're probably going have to check it out one day soon.

[@mtb_alan]

Heck yeah! Make it happen. You’re not gonna experience anything like it anywhere in California.