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Slickrock Bike Trail

Sand Flats Recreation Area, Moab, UT
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Ranked #7 of 43 attractions in Moab
Type: Biking Trails
Activities: Mountain biking
Description: A nine-mile, world-reknowned mountain biking trail that attracts 110,000 people per year.
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Milford, DE
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013 NEW

This is an experience you can't pass up if you are in the area and have some experience on a mountain bike. Its unique as you don't have the rocks, roots, and ruts that provide some perspective particularly on downhills. Its like a long roller coaster that will challenge you. The climbs can come quick so watch the gearing. I... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013 via mobile

Really a different and fun ride for advanced riders. Yes there are many ups and downs that are fun. However, some of the ups are very steep and difficult to get up without walking, even for very good riders. Just be aware that you will walk up more than you expect. All that said. It should be ridden if you're... More

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Orem, Utah
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

I went with my two sons in May, 2013. Weather was great! The ride was intense at some points (for new riders like us), but we are in good shape and had a great time. My boys walked down a few of the hills (and up a few), but we took it slow and created great memories.

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Santa Fe, New Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Not sure I would want to camp there but its a great mountain biking experience. You must be prepared for ride but its awesome. The public bathrooms have no water to wash hands so bring your own. Paths well-marked

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Cocoa, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

This is why you come to Moab. If you have never climbed a Rock to go down a Rock to do it over again 100's of times, this is the place for you. Think of it like an NATURES endless supply of Swimming pool drop offs.

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Idaho
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

This should be on everyone's bucket list. Dirtbikers and mountain bikers alike will enjoy this trail. Above average skills are needed to negotiate the steep challenging trails. Great views. The slickrock offers unlimited traction. You can do things you never imagined. Don't miss this one. I ride it everytime I visit Moab.

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See 7 more reviews by IdahoKatoom for Moab
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

This bike trail is very difficult with steep climbs and drops. However if you bike often it shouldn't be too tough. The traction is great on the slick rock. A must do trail for mountain bikers coming to moab. Can't beat the views and ride.

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Jaffray
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Fantastic ride above Moab, good for all skill levels on Mountain bike. Great views, marked like an interstate and almost as busy with quads, Jeeps, dirt bikes and Mountainbikers.

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Glendora, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

My teenage son and I thought we were ready for this famous trail...we were not! All the mountain training we had done was on dirt. The trail here is all baking, red rock. It is truly an incredible, trail, but requires bike handling that we were not prepared for. You go up and down the red rocks, almost like driving... More

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Kansas City, Mo.
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53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Other than the intense climbs and descents there's not anything too technical. But those climbs will suck every ounce energy from your legs. Wear some shoes that have some traction because you will probably need them a few times to push your bike up some of those steep climbs. With all of that, it is worth every ounce of pain... More

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