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Question

Where are the best places to practice mountain biking?


Answer

I really like the trails in the River Valley. Most of it is pavement but you occasionally get areas where you can side track off the pavement into what I call “rough trails”.

There is also a nice path that connects Fort Edmonton and Hawrelak Park that feels like a mountain environment.

Please consult a bicycle map for directions to the river valley. You can pick one up by visiting the EBC shop.  You can also pick up the booklet from various book and bike-stores in town.

posted Jun 06, 2006

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