Mountain Biking Clinics, Lessons, Rentals, Camps and Trails
Opportunities for training, skills development, and play
Crosscut’s mountain biking program supports trail access, training opportunities, and community connection for dedicated and aspiring athletes of all ages and abilities. Once the trails are dried out, usually by mid July, all are welcome to come ride the trails at Crosscut! We offer this as a free community amenity — no trail pass needed.
Instructor Spotlight
Heidi Makoutz
With an emphasis on tapping the growth mindset and a passion for co-creating community, Heidi empowers all ages and abilities to embrace the process of biking into their best selves. Come play bikes with her!
Reid Short
Reid likes helping people gain skills and confidence in an inclusive, growth oriented environment. His calm, approachable and playful coaching style allows him to connect with all types of riders.
Adult Mountain Biking Clinics
We offer adult clinics for multiple skill levels for ages 15 and up, from true first-timers to advanced riders. Our instructors create a welcoming environment to learn new skills and expand existing ones. Clinic focus areas include introduction to mountain biking, mountain biking fundamentals, cornering, and technical skills.
Youth Mountain Biking Summer Camps
Our mountain bike camps build independence and confidence in biking. Our seasoned instructors know how to motivate and encourage kids to build mountain biking skills and navigate trails safely. Learning together in a positive, team environment, our half-day bike camps serve kids of all abilities, identities, and backgrounds. All our bike camps are half-day, weeklong programs.
Private Lessons
For kids 10 and up and adults who prefer one-on-one instruction to advance their skills and confidence, we offer private mountain biking lessons. We offer 1-hour lessons geared toward beginner and emerging riders and 2-hour lessons for more intermediate-level rides. Private lessons are available mid-week and on weekends and can accommodate up to two.
Private lessons begin in late June as conditions allow.
Mountain Bike Rentals
Our mountain bike rentals include the bike – a Rocky Mountain Instinct A50 equipped with flat pedals – and a helmet. If you wish to use your own pedals, please bring them.
Please reach out if you have a special situation such as an advanced rider who doesn’t fall in our age requirements or you are looking for a family private lesson. We want to help you meet your mountain biking goals!
Partner Spotlight: Bozeman Youth Cycling
Bozeman Youth Cycling offers safe, supportive, and fun cycling opportunities for kids in Bozeman and the Gallatin Valley. Visit BYC’s website for more info.
Mountain Bike Program Partners
Thank you, Owenhouse Cycling!
A supporter of Bozeman Youth Cycling and Crosscut alike, Owenhouse Cycling helps Crosscut expand our mountain bike trails to serve the whole community.
Want to explore on your own two wheels? Learn more about Summer Mountain Biking at Crosscut, or discover our winter wonderland through the fun of Fat Biking.
