Smart Ride

Four tips for a safe ride in Mountain Bike Terrain at Northstar's Mountain Bike Park

Make a Plan

• Every time you ride Mountain Bike Terrain, make a plan for each feature you want to use.
• Use your first run as a warm up run and to familiarize yourself with the terrain.
• Your speed and approach will directly affect your maneuver or jump and landing.

Look Before You Leap

• Before getting into Mountain Bike Terrain, observe all signage and warnings.
• Scope around the jumps first--not over them.
• Be aware that the features change constantly due to weather, usage, maintenance and other factors.
• Do not jump blindly and use a spotter when necessary.

Easy Style It

• Know your limits and ride within your ability level.
• Begin with smaller features and work your way up.
• Stay in control on the ground and in the air.
• Do not attempt any features unless you have sufficient ability and experience to do so safely.
• When in doubt, walk your bike or ride around.

Respect Gets Respect

• Respect the terrain and others.
• Wait your turn: One person on a feature at a time.
• Always clear the landing area quickly.
• Respect all signs and stay off closed terrain and features.

Know the Code: Your Mountain Bike Responsibility Code  provides safety tips while on the trails. Smart Ride is a mountain bike specific safety program that you should check out before using Mountain Bike Terrain.