Bike Park - RED Mountain Resort

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8:30AM PST, MONDAY JULY 22ND 2024

RED Mountain Resort in Rossland, BC Announces Major Expansion with New Summer Bike Park Project

RED’s New Chapter of an Extensive 4-Season Investment Has Begun

ROSSLAND, BC — July 22, 2024 — RED Mountain Resort has announced that construction has begun on the new RED Mountain Bike Park, a key component of a major long-term investment and strategic four-season plan, marking an exciting new chapter for the resort. With a focus on projects that showcase the region’s natural assets, RED aims to create a destination where visitors will enjoy world-class outdoor experiences year-round. The multi-year, multimillion-dollar lift-accessed bike park will be the centerpiece in transforming RED into a premier four-season hub for adventure.

“We are thrilled to announce the development of the RED Mountain Bike Park, marking not just a pivotal moment in our commitment to offering year-round adventure, but building upon and supporting the already deep culture of biking here in the region,” said Howard Katkov, CEO and Owner of RED Mountain Resort. “Acting as a true cornerstone to the growth of recreational opportunities year-round, it will put the spotlight on RED and Rossland as a true basecamp for all seasons of adventure.”

Partnering with Gravity Logic, renowned for being the leading expert in bike park design and development, RED Mountain plans to implement a phased approach over the next four years. This ambitious 4-year plan will unfold around the Silverlode Chair, introducing an incredible variety of single track, jump and flow trails for all skill levels. RED’s vision for the bike park is to create a destination where beginners feel like experts and seasoned riders can still be humbled. A place where progression is celebrated and every rider is challenged at their level. The park is committed to developing riding skills for all ages, styles, and abilities through a high-quality, expanding trail network that emphasizes variety and progression.

“We are incredibly excited to partner with Gravity Logic,” added Andrew Lunt, RED Mountain Resort General Manager. “Their unparalleled experience, including iconic projects like Whistler’s bike park and involvement in over 70 other bike parks across the globe, ensures that each phase of development will deliver world-class trails for all levels of riders.”

Construction for Phase 1 of the Bike Park began on July 2, 2024, and will continue through October. The official opening of Phase 1 is scheduled for Summer 2025 and will feature a mix of new and refurbished trails of all experience levels.

The Bike Park project is a celebration and progression of the remarkable and rich history of mountain biking in Rossland and the Kootenays abroad. This legacy started with the early grass-roots trail-building days in Rossland, spanning several decades. As a result, an extensive trail network has elevated the prominence of the West Kootenays in the mountain bike industry, producing countless pro athletes and legendary trails. The development of RED Mountain’s Bike Park over the next few years will build on this foundation while continuing to look toward the future.

As part of the future vision of the Bike Park, RED is committed to continued community trail support in Rossland and the greater area, with extensive plans to continue its strategic partnership with the Kootenay Columbia Trails Society directly through several Bike Park initiatives.

To complement the biking experience, RED Mountain has partnered with Rocky Mountain Bikes to provide a dedicated rental bike fleet at the mountain base. In addition to the bike park, RED Mountain also has future plans to explore more summer enhancements on Granite Mountain with additional sightseeing trail loops for unparalleled views.

To stay up-to-date on further information on the RED Mountain Summer Bike Park and other developments, please visit www.redresort.com/bikepark

About RED Mountain Resort:

Fiercely independent RED Mountain Resort, located in Rossland, BC, is a place of powerful contrasts. We’re the oldest resort in Western Canada yet we’re also the home to one of the most significant single terrain expansions of the 21st century. We’re proudly Canadian yet located only minutes over the USA border in the snowy Kootenay mountains. Guests love our unpretentious vibes as much as our massive terrain—3,850 acres!—that puts us in the Top 10, size-wise, in North America. You can stay a snowball’s throw from the lift at a clean, modern hostel, kick back at a slope-side condo or in a boutique hotel, spend the night on the backside of the mountain in your own cabin away from it all, or even take advantage of the accessible real estate and make RED your home. We’re bad at math but proud of our numbers: nearly 3,000 ft of vertical drop; 300-inches of snowfall; pay-per run in-bounds cat-skiing; and 5, count ‘em 5, skiable peaks. We have famous tree runs, pristine powder, glorious groomers, Ikon Pass access, a brand-new summer bike park, and claim to Canada’s #1 Ski Town two years in a row. We were once under the radar, now we’re the Next Big Thing. www.redresort.com

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Additional FAQ

When will the bike park open?
Phase 1 of the bike park has a planned opening of summer 2025. There are 4 phases of the bike park, adding additional runs & improvements each year.
Will the current trails still be accessible during construction this summer?
Yes. The current trail network will remain open during construction, with the possibility of temporarily closing some portions. Messaging will be clear ahead of time if this is the case and we will attempt to minimize this impact during construction as much as possible. There may be some closures that will be communicated if we are working in the area of an existing trail. However we will attempt to minimize this impact.
What will be available for Phase 1 next summer?
We plan to feature four distinct trails: A green flow trail, a blue flow/jump trail, a double black single track, and a redesigned Paydirt trail aimed at enhancing downhill riding. This phase will also involve refurbishments of existing trails to ensure optimal rider experience. While this is the current plan, there may be unknown changes as we progress with construction.
Will the bike park be chairlift-accessible?
Yes, we are currently looking into multiple carrier system options. More details to follow.
Will you charge for the bike park?
Yes, there will be both day tickets and season passes available for the bike park starting Summer 2025. Pricing is TBD.
What can you tell me regarding e-bike access?
We are currently building out a separate detailed plan for e-bike access for the bike park. Please stay tuned.
If I want to just pedal up and not ride the chairlift but still access the trails? Is there a discounted ticket option available for this?
At this time we are exploring uphill trail options for those that wish to pedal uphill. We will review pricing/ticket structures with these options.
Will rentals be available? What about lessons and programs?
Yes, we have teamed up with Rocky Mountain Bikes for a full rental fleet. We will also be introducing summer programs, lessons, and events each year for all ages and skill levels.
How does a paid lift-accessed bike park help the community and region?
This bike park, a progression stemming from the incredible culture and history of mountain biking in the Kootenays, is the centerpiece of creating world-class year-round activities for the town, the region, and the destination market. We are also committed to continued community trail support in Rossland and the greater area, with extensive plans to continue our strategic partnership with the Kootenay Columbia Trails Society directly through several Bike Park initiatives. These details will be announced later.