2012 Crystal Mountain Freeride Trails

[300hp]

if THE MAN gets in Creamy's way and keeps crystal closed for a bit longer, you should try to hit boyne this weekend! I'll be there for a few hours on saturday. The trail the race is on is very mellow at a reasonable speed. Nothing is mandatory....it is just fast, twisty singletrack. The people are really low key about the race. If I can work out the timing, I'm going to do the race. I'll be on my 5" XC bike and I'm not worried about it. There is plenty to get you started at highlands, and there will be fun people to ride with and such. Hit me up if you are going to make it and have any questions.
H.

[ArcticRobot]

I will go to whatever place is opened. I am just not sure about my work schedule, could be working on Sat, so will have to go there on Sunday.

[jfactor!]

Some friends of mine went up there yesterday. Said it was fun. Pretty sandy and a little rough since they're new trails, but lots of fun.

[Creamy]

great to hear!!! Yaa, sand, sand, sand, I spend my days pushing the sand away! well probably doesnt help that Crystal is really just a big old sand dune! lol.
Along with new trails we are adding, I will constantly be working on sand abatement! and ways to armour the trails! Glad they enjoyed the trails!

[FunkyTestMonkey]

What is the current state of the pumptrack and do I need a lift pass to use it? Was thinking of taking the family up next week and would love to check it out.

[Creamy]

What is the current state of the pumptrack and do I need a lift pass to use it? Was thinking of taking the family up next week and would love to check it out.

We're working on it tomorrow trying to get it finished up, needed some 'mechanical' help! will post up here but should be ready by the time you arrive, no pass needed!

[mcfittyfoot]

What kind of FS bikes are up for rent?

[Creamy]

Kona Tanuki's

[Creamy]

SATURDAY Oct.13th Will Be The Final Crystal Mtn Trifecta DH Race,

race will be right after the Peak2Peak XC Race!!!

Hang out and watch the action, or if you have at least a full-suspension trail bike join in the fun!!!

The Loki Lift will be FREE for spectators to ride to top and walk down along the race course to take in the action.

PRACTICE RUNS WILL START AT 3PM with RACE RUNS STARTING AT 4PM.

The Crystal Trifecta
Downhill Mountain Bike Race Series.

Brought to you by:
Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa
BikeLab
& Copper Ridge Riders Association

Race #3 will be run on Chase Is Better Than The Catch, Crystal's Advanced trail, with new trail and new features as well as the wooden berm, ski-jump, and a viewing area for spectactors right at the signature drop at the bottom.

This race will be a big party with music, beer and 100's of Mtn bike enthusiasts
The final race will be held the weekend of the Peak2Peak XC Race with designated viewing areas, BBQ and Beer Tent!!!

Join the Crystal Trifecta three race series with the final race after the Peak2Peak on October 13th.
DH Racing returns to Crystal Mountain for the first time in 15 years!

Register individually or sign up for the whole series. Racers will earn points for placement in each race toward an overall final podium.

Saturday: 8/25, 9/22 and 10/13 at Noon with Course Preview at 11am Except 10/13 Race will begin at 4pm with course preview at 3pm

Each race will feature a different downhill course

$20 per race or $50 Series.
Racers receive lift access for day.

Medals Awarded to top three racers per race.
Medals and Prices awarded to top three overall in Race Series.

3rd Place- Medal & a All day lift pass
2nd Place- Medal & 5 Punch Lift Pass Card
1st Place – Medal & 2013 Season Lift Pass & Crystal Jersey

OVERALL WINNERS ARE RACING FOR A 2013 Season Ski&Snowboard Pass to Crytsal Mountain!

First Year
One classification -13 and older
No rental bikes
No On-the-clock Employees
Full Face Helmets and padding recommended

Crystal Mountain
12500 Crystal Mountain Dr., Thompsonville, Michigan 49683
View Map · Get Directions

[Creamy]

This Saturday the Trifecta DH Trails will open at 11am for riding with the racing still at 4pm!

We will be featuring the trail "Chase Is Better Than The Catch' which will have two fast and flowy new sections as well as the signature booster at the bottom!

If you are racing in the Peak2Peak you will get a coupon for $5.00's off the Trifecta DH Registration!

Come throw down a Dh run for fun!

The trails are very trailbike friendly, fast exciting and with 'arounds' on all the major features.

So if you ever wanted to dabble here's you chance, Or just drink some beers and hang out and watch
the action! There will be free lift rides all day on the Loki lift to go up and walk down along the course to watch the action!!!

[Creamy]

Two Saturdays of riding still at Crystal Mountain, this weekend and next!
Lift opens at 11am! 2-for-1 All day lift tickets, and all trails are open and dialed!
Make it a weekend of fall shred in Northern Michigan, join us at Crystal then Copper Ridge!
The weather is s'posed to be great this weekend, and all the trails are in awesome shape,
See'ya out there!!!!

[iamkickstand]

Two Saturdays of riding still at Crystal Mountain, this weekend and next!
Lift opens at 11am! 2-for-1 All day lift tickets, and all trails are open and dialed!
Make it a weekend of fall shred in Northern Michigan, join us at Crystal then Copper Ridge!
The weather is s'posed to be great this weekend, and all the trails are in awesome shape,
See'ya out there!!!!

Just sent a text out to a big group of people chris, may be able to make it on the 27th.

[Creamy]

Sweet!!!