Ride the Sierra: A Mountain Biker’s Paradise
The Sierra Nevada is a mountain biker’s dream, offering a diverse range of trails for all skill levels. From flowing singletrack to challenging technical climbs, the Sierra has it all.
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Tahoe Games Mountain Sports Festival Brings Snow in September & X Games Energy to South Lake Tahoe South Lake Tahoe is about to get its newest signature fall tradition — and it’s like nothing the Sierra has ever seen. The Tahoe Games Mountain Sports Festival is coming September 27–28, 2025 to the Lake Tahoe Outdoor … Read more
The 2025 Downieville Classic Bike Festival Returns August 7–10 If there’s one weekend where dusty singletrack, alpine views, and rowdy Sierra spirit all collide—it’s the Downieville Classic, coming August 7–10, 2025. Held in the historic gold rush town of Downieville, this nationally recognized bike festival delivers more than just epic racing. It’s a mountain town … Read more
Celebrate 20 Years of Pedal-Powered Adventure: Tahoe Bike Month Returns This June By Charlie Pankey | Sierra Rec Magazine There’s a rhythm that builds in Lake Tahoe when the snow clears and the trails open. It’s not the hum of traffic or the splash of boats—but the steady, joyful whir of bike tires hitting pavement … Read more
Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship Opens New Acorn Grotto Trail If you’ve ever bombed down Mount Hough , you know it’s not just a ride—it’s a full-blown rollercoaster of flow, tech, and big Sierra views. And now, thanks to the absolute legends at Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship, we’ve got a brand-new reason to load the bikes … Read more
Escapod TOPO2 MTB: The Ultimate Off-Road Basecamp for Sierra Adventures Imagine this: You’ve spent the day tearing through technical singletrack in the Crystal Basin, weaving between towering pines and granite slabs, pushing your bike to its limits on rugged, high-altitude trails. As you roll back to camp, the sun dips behind the mountains, your legs … Read more
By Charlie Pankey | Sierra Rec Magazine Lake Tahoe’s East Shore backcountry is facing a major shift this summer — and beyond. As of March 31, 2025, the Nevada Division of State Parks has closed large portions of the trail network around Marlette Lake for critical dam repairs, a project expected to last into 2026. … Read more
Dig, Race, Volunteer & Revel in the Lost Sierra: Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship’s Epic 2025 Schedule The Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship (SBTS) has unveiled its highly anticipated 2025 event schedule, and it’s packed with incredible opportunities for the biking community to give back, race, and revel in the magic of the Lost Sierra. Whether you’re … Read more
Truckee Ca. – Last night, the Truckee Trails Association, alongside the Tahoe National Forest, held a vibrant ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the Sawtooth Loop Trai l in the Sawtooth Day Use Recreational Area. This trail is a winding single-track loop through a mix of high desert and Jeffrey Pine Forest. It … Read more
The Truckee Trails Foundation (TTF) and the U.S. Forest Service have opened up some exciting new terrain in the Sawtooth Ridge area, designed for everyone from mountain bikers and motorcyclists to families and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. This effort highlights the growing popularity of our backcountry trails and the need for sustainable, inclusive designs. … Read more
Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project in Lake Tahoe: What It Means for Trail Enthusiasts and E-Bike usage SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — In exciting news for outdoor enthusiasts and trail lovers, the USDA Forest Service’s Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has released the final Environmental Assessment (EA) and Draft Decision Notice (DN) for the … Read more
Love Mountain Adventures? Explore Mammoth CA’s Mountain Biking Trails! Listen up, shredders! Mammoth ain’t just about epic ski days (although that lasts longer than most places – score!). We’ve got a whole other season dedicated to ripping singletrack and pumpin’ your adrenaline on two wheels. Come spring, the snow melts away in the valley and … Read more
Aventon Releases Its First-Ever Electric Mountain Bike With An Aventon-Designed Mid-Drive Motor Brea, Calif. – 2024 – Aventon , a California-based electric bike company, is thrilled to announce its first-ever electric mountain bike. Ramblas comes equipped with a mid-drive motor that was designed exclusively by Aventon, allowing riders to adjust their riding settings, providing a more natural and personalized … Read more
Winter biking is not for the faint of heart, but for those who seek a challenge and a reward in a frozen wonderland like Sierra. It is a way of experiencing nature in its most beautiful and serene state, away from the crowds and the noise. But, to make the most out of it, you … Read more
Camp Everstoke Ready To Capture Your Imaginations in Graeagle California Boys will be Boys. That thought ran through my mind when I first heard of Camp Everstoke. Why else would grow men buy a blank 91 acres of forested mountain terrain to turn it into a mountain bike playground and camping area for all comers? … Read more
Have you ever dreamed of cycling through the majestic mountains, the serene lakes, and the lush forests of the Sierra Nevada? If so, you are not alone. The Sierra Nevada is one of the most popular destinations for bike enthusiasts, as it offers a variety of landscapes, climates, and challenges for every level of rider. … Read more
Exploding through the breathtaking Lost Sierra region of Northern California, Mt. Hough offers an exhilarating mountain biking experience that’s perfect for riders of intermediate skill levels seeking a smoother, faster trail alternative to the more technical runs nearby. Located just an hour’s drive north of Reno, Mt. Hough stands as a testament to the diverse … Read more
Carson City and Muscle Powered along with Mayor Bidwell Officially Opened Trail on Saturday. There is now a new Single Track trail in Carson City. Expanded Trail access from Carson City to Tahoe took another step this past weekend at Spooner State Park. Key organizations, riders, and media gathered Saturday at Spooner State Park in … Read more
Downieville Ca – April 5, 2023 – With the heavy snowpack in the sierra this year, many traditional spring and early summer events face questions on the ability to bring in guests. Yet, yesterday the sierra Buttes trail Association announced plans to move forward with two classic Sierra bike events the Downieville Classic and the … Read more
Ensenada Bike Fest Enduro March 18th Kicks off Epic Season of Racing 2023 California – March 15, 2023 – The California Enduro Series is thrilled to announce the 2023 race schedule with six exciting events lined up including a return to a unique locale south of the border. The series is set to off with the Ensenada … Read more
Downieville Calif. february 16, 2023 – Breakaway Promotions is proud to announce that we will be the official race production team for the 25th Anniversary Downieville Classic Festival and All Mountain World Championships taking place on July 13th – 16th, 2023. It is our distinct honor to be part of the team that is helping … Read more
Nonprofit grants $45,000 to local organizations for trail maintenance Lake Tahoe – August 8, 2022 – With higher trail usage in the Tahoe Region, many of the existing trails are being loved to death. The Tahoe Fund is hoping to help solve this issue through its Tahoe Trails Endowment . The nonprofit recently awarded $45,000 in … Read more
Carson Valley Now Features a 22 Mile Multi-use Trail from Spooner Summit into the Carson Valley Minden NV – July 15, 2022 – The Carson Valley trail association earlier this year began work on a new loop that would attach the popular Clear Creek trail system called the Jacks Valley Loop . This past week … Read more
The transition from winter to spring is one of the epic times of year to sample all of the adventure opportunities here in the Central Sierra. While the snow hangs on in the high country offering great spring skiing, it’s also trickling down and charging up the rivers for the rafters and kayakers. Everything in … Read more
Step-through and step up your ride Sierra Rec Magazine – February 18, 2022 – Foldable, portable, storable, powerful, comfortable, and always ready for the next adventure, Aventon’s Sinch Step-Through electric bike is the epitome of versatility meeting ruggedness. Its compact foldable design will fit in a closet and under a desk, meaning it’s almost infinitely … Read more
Regional Effort to help Trail Stewardship Rebuild. It’s no secret that Pale Ale is Paul’s favorite beer, and this will be our 4th year collaborating on a custom bike for Sierra Nevada Brewery to show off at Sea Otter and give away to a lucky winner. This year we decided to raise the bar by building … Read more
BLM Re-opens National trail SUSANVILLE, Calif. – Hikers, mountain bikers and runners can again use the Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail near Susanville, as the Bureau of Land Management has rescinded a temporary emergency closure associated with the Dixie Fire. Also reopened are the Hobo Camp and Devil’s Corral trailheads and all other BLM-managed lands … Read more
August 29, 2021 Shaw rode to a Top-10 with Norton also on pace before his crash VAL DI SOLE – TRENTINO, Italy – It was all about the downhill team today on the last day of the 2021 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships. The rain was on and off all week as the riders tried … Read more
TAHOE FUND, TAMBA & US FOREST SERVICE CELEBRATE OPENING OF LILY LAKE TRAIL New multi-use trail provides access to Fallen Leaf Lake and Desolation Wilderness for non-motorized users South Lake Tahoe, July 14, 2021 – Tahoe’s newest trail, sure to become one of the region’s most iconic, is now open thanks to nearly 4,000 volunteer … Read more
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., March 30, 2021 – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and Nevada Land Trust are pleased to announce the completed donation of 18.6 acres of land in Incline Village to the National Forest System. This parcel, known as the Bull Wheel property,provides the missing link needed to connect the … Read more
South Lake Tahoe, Calif. — June 18, 2020 — Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California Resort today announced they will open for select summer activities in July. Kirkwood Mountain Resort will have human-powered activities (no lift access) available to guests, similar as years past. The resorts shared operating plans as well as their commitment to safety amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As a part of Vail Resorts’ commitment to safety, the Company is establishing certain … Read more
The Plumas National Forest, Beckwourth Ranger district, Tahoe National Forest and Sierra Buttes Range District approve project to connect approx 19.79 miles of multi-use single track from the city of Portola to then recreational community of Gold Mountain. Giving recreational opportunity to the Beckwourth peak region. The Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship posted this release on … Read more
Still time for Fall Camping in the Eastern Sierra Sierra REC Magazine – Eastern Sierra – October 17, 2019 – For some Fall season can not last long enough. For those that are in no hurry to slip on the skis and snowshoes for winter and are looking to get out in the Eastern sierra … Read more
(CARSON CITY, NEV.) June 11, 2019 – The Fourth Annual Carson City Off-Roa, held June 28-30, is dedicated to Carson City native and visionary trails community leader, Joel Dunn. Born and raised in Carson City, Dunn has not only witnessed the evolution of Nevada’s state capital but has also been a driving force in its transition … Read more
Wanderlust Yoga Studio introduces new outdoor classes: Mindful Hiking and Sierra Flow• Freedom Fest includes skiing, music and fireworks July 4-6• Alpenglow Expeditions’ Tahoe Via Ferrata marks its first full season [Olympic Valley, Calif.] June 5, 2019 – While skiers and snowboarders can still get their turns in every Friday through Sunday through June 30, and July … Read more
Two weeks later date will accommodate extra snowmelt in huge Sierra Nevada winter (CARSON CITY, NEV.) March 11, 2019 – In order to deliver on the objective of giving mountain bikers a true backcountry experience on world-class singletrack that challenges riders as much as it inspires & rewards, and allowing for extra snowmelt time in … Read more
Celebrating mountain bikes, mountain communities, live music, and good friends January 3, 2019 – New Years Day brings new resolutions and a fresh start, and for mountain bikers looking for a good time, the opening day of registration for the 2019 Epic Rides Off-Road Series. Epic Rides, and apparently the nations mountain bike community, are … Read more
A Legendary Weekend of Festival and Outdoor Activity Awaits You in The Carson Valley Sierra Rec Magazine, September 21, 2017 – The Third Full weekend in September is always one of the region’s favorites in the Carson Valley . As we awoke this morning with snow covered peaks at Heavenly Mountain and the surrounding Sierra Range, … Read more
Reno Nevada, September 30, 2016 – Lake Tahoe and Reno have long been a destination for adventure. But this weekend may just be the most extreme, dirty adventure weekend in history. Ok maybe that is a little extreme, but there is a lot of exciting competition this weekend in the Sierra that will guarantee to … Read more
Northstar Resort, Truckee, California, July 2016 – Straddling the borders of Nevada and California, the Sierra Nevada is a mountain biker’s dream. And this Weekend at NorthStar Resort many of the nation’s best endurance athletes & trail riders will converge on Lake Tahoe to challenge themselves for a coveted title and chance to participate in … Read more
