Safety - Mountain Bike Patrol

Mountain Biker’s Responsibility Code

MOUNTAIN BIKING INVOLVES THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

KNOWLEDGE AND CAUTION CAN REDUCE THE RISK. FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS, PLEASE ADHERE TO THE CODE.

RIDE IN CONTROL AND WITHIN YOUR ABILITY LEVEL, You must be able to stop and avoid other people or objects. You must understand bike park signage, trad ratings, and tran progression Start slow and small. Aide trails and features matching your ability.
PROTECT YOURSELF. Helmets are mandatory in Bike Parks and strongly recommended on all other trails. Other protective equipment is strongly recommended.
DO NOT RIDE if your ability or judgment is impaired by drugs, alcohol, or fatigue.
INSPECT AND MAINTAIN YOUR BIKE or have it checked by a qualified bike mechanic before you ride.
OBEY SIONS AND WARNINGS. Stay on marked trails. Do not cut switchbacks and keep off of closed areas.
INSPECT TRAILS AND FEATURES. Conditions change constantly and trails and features, inspect features before and throughout the day.
BE LIFT SMART. Make sure you have the physical dexterity, ability and knowledge to safely load, ride and unload lifts when riding at lift-access resorts.
LOOK OUT FOR OTHERS. Avoid riders ahead of you. They have the right of way. Yield to other riders when entering a trail.
BE VISIBLE, Do not stop where you obstruct a trail or are not visible from above.
COOPERATE. If you are involved in or witness a collision or accident, you must identify yourself to the Bike Patrol, staff member, or local authority.