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Fall Mountain Biking Season in Crested Butte is here, with clear crisp days and a full spectrum of open local trails to choose from. Whether a 1/2 day single-track ride on the popular Lower Loop Trail just out of town or a full-day excursion to the internationally acclaimed 401 Trail, we can guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

Or….join us for a multi-day vehicle supported/guided trip like the Herder’s did just a few weeks ago, as seen in the video above.

Looking to stay closer to town, and ride the trails on your own, but want a little instruction in technical riding skills and techniques…perfect…join our Annual Fall Technical Mountain Biking Clinic Sept 16-18, 2011…spots still available.

Whatever you flavor, the Fall single-track riding in Crested Butte is sure to satiate your appetite !

-CBMG Staff

The USA Pro Cycling Challenge is coming to the Crested Butte area for two exiting days. With 16 pro international teams and the top three finishers from the Tour De France, the Inaugural USA Pro Cycling Challenge  is going to be one for the history books and a chance of a lifetime for spectators to see these crazy celebrities compete on American soil. Right here in Crested Butte!

The USAPCC is being touted as the most demanding bike race ever held on American Soil and being compared to the level and excitement of the Tour de France.  These world famous athletes will be reaching speeds of 60 miles an hour at elevations over two miles above the ocean in some of the most picturesque terrain in the world. Starting on August 22 the Americas Race will tour Colorado on a seven day, 600 mile long journey. Stage 1 will finish in Mt. Crested Butte on August 23 with the only uphill finish line of the tour. This will be the finish not to miss as the racers battle the final climb of the stage after 102 miles of racing. The excitement continues for the Crested Butte area on August 24^th with the Stage 2 start in Gunnison.  The tour will head up the Gunnison and Taylor Rivers valleys, over Cottonwood Pass then back over Independence pass to finish in Aspen.

Crested Butte Mountain Guides is offering a unique opportunity to be a part of the fun and excitement through  our “Chase The Race” Event.  After watching the spectacular Stage 1 finish in the town of Mt Crested Butte on Aug 23rd, take part in our inaugural ‘Chase The Race’ stage to watch the next day’s finish in downtown Aspen, CO. 

On August 24th, as Stage 2 of the USAPCC leaves Gunnison, CO to race over both Cottonwood & Independence Passes en-route to Aspen, we will follow in the tire treads of history, by riding from downtown Crested Butte over historic Pearl Pass, and on into downtown Aspen to catch the Stage 2 finish…… Chase The Race info

So mark your calendars to be in Crested Butte for August 23-24 and see the existent as these world famous athletes race for the title of the inaugural USA Pro Cycling Challenge! Then let Crested Butte Mountain Guides show you all the incredible recreational opportunities that make this place so amazing!

Well folks after a loooooong winter, Summer is finally here and in full swing in the high country of the Elk Mountains. Despite lots of lingering snow up high still, we have been enjoying warm and sunny days guiding rock-climbing in Taylor Canyon & Cement Creek, and cloudy days have been serving up perfect conditions for shady climbing trips to the impressive walls of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park as well.

All the Spring snow and stormy weather has brought one silver lining…WILDFLOWERS !!!! Lots and lots of wildflowers. Although still too snowy up in the high alpine meadows, closer to town on drier ground, the types, colors, and variety of wildflowers is off the charts this year, and as the snow continues to slowly recede with elevation throughout the summer the carpet of colors will continue to come out late into the summer season.

Daily hiking trips, wildflower tours, and backpacking trips have been blessed with great colors, snow on the peaks, water in the rivers and creeks (sometimes alot !) and pictures, stories, and memories to last the remainder of the summer.

And for the third consecutive year in a row we have started our popular Peak Of The Week Summer Hiking Series…… 8 different local peaks, affordable group price, professional guides, every Friday of the summer from July 8th through August 26, 2011.

Early monsoonal weather to the high country this year has slowed down the ability for some climbing of Colorado’s famous high peaks, but our staff of experienced and professional guides has been able to sneak a few ascents in (between thunderstorms) of the local classic ‘Guides Ridge’ climb with some happy and satisfied guests. This is an alpine adventure not to be missed…varying in difficulties and routes appropriate for the whole family or the seasoned alpinist.

The mountain bike trails continue to dry out and open up daily, and we are currently enjoying great tacky riding conditions on the dry trails, with field and fields of green and wildflowers in every direction. And….our Vehicle Supported Mountain Biking Trips are enjoying awesome reviews of great single track riding, great food, exceptional guides, and unparalleled camping spots and vistas…..our next trip departs July 26-29, 2011……look for pics and a write up to follow soon…or better yet, jump in with us, spots are still available !!!

Looking down the road there is still lots of summer left, and lots of time to enjoy any or all of the above activities, but as we all know too well, summer in the high country of Colorado can be fleeting, and will be gone before we know it…..enjoy it while it lasts !!!

-CBMG Staff

This summer CBMG has introduced a whole new way to explore Crested Butte and it’s surrounding areas…Vehicle-Supported Overnight Mountian Biking!  We provide you with a professional mountain bike guide and riding itinerary to some of the most majestic trails in the lower 48.  We set up camp, prepare breakfast and dinner, clean up afterwards and tend to the camp fire at night.  All you have to do is show up, ride hard, eat well and relax at end end of a beautiful day.

These are quickly becoming one of our most requested trips.  Check out the pictures from a recent outting we did in the Strand Hill area and find out why!

Nothing like a little fresh green salad, pesto pasta and some baked salmon waiting for you at camp after a long day of riding, huh?.  Bon appetit!  Interested?  Give us a shout and find out how to book your trip today!

-The CBMG Staff