Mountain Biking in Austin

[bevo78]

I'm trying to get into mountan biking. Does anybody need a mountain bike partner. I'd really like to learn from somebody who knows what they are doing. Any other suggestions would also be appreciated.

 

[VacantlyOccupied]

Austin Ridge Riders
The Link

 

[bevo78]

Thanks, the club is exactly what I've been looking for.

 

[Supadupahorn]

Just go out to city park any day after work or anytime on the weekends. There are tons of people riding and you could easily hook up with someone to ride with. Also, some of the best riding around.

 

[PabTexas]

If you are jjust getting into mountain biking, you may not want to try City Park just yet, unless you know how to mountain bike.

Start out with the Green Belt and do the whole trail from the Barton Springs to the Hill of Life. Although it gets crowded at times, it is a fun trail and with water in the creek, it makes it all the more enjoyable.

Then...go to City Park

 

[Supadupahorn]

Nah, just start at city park. Half the fun of starting to mountainbike is eating ****. And I promise you will eat **** at city park if you are just starting.

 

[BigL-Horn]

Here's a couple more bicycling sites for the Austin area.

Austin Cycling Association

bicycleaustin.com

BigL

 

[BigL-Horn]

Two rides that look interesting:

Shiner Bash

or for the others like me who can't make 90 miles,
Tour de Fat

BigL

 

[hornface]

Walnut creek is a good all around place to ride. Although sort of tame, it still draws experienced bikers. It's not that big, but untill you get a feel of the park you'l get lost.

Its like half a mile south of parmer ln on Lamar.

 

[BigL-Horn]

Here's a map of Walnut Creek to help keep you from getting lost.

BigL

 

[unpaintedhuffhines]

I love riding at Walnut Creek. While you are getting used to the layout and to keep from getting lost, use the power lines above as a guide.