The crew from Freehub Magazine ventured out to Sun Valley, Idaho to sample some of the 400+ miles of mountain biking trails unravelling only mere pedal strokes from town. From lift access and bermed segments to epic shuttle rides and primite backwoods singletrack, there’s a little something for everyone.
The Mobile Cyclist Visits Sun Valley, Idaho
The Mobile Cyclist ventured to Sun Valley, Idaho to see what the downhill biking scene is all about. From riding the lift accessed terrain on Bald Mountain to bike rentals from Sturtevant's all topped off with a frosty pint from Sawtooth Brewery. Get the full scoop by watching the video above!
Sun Valley: A Place for Flannel-Loving Hipsters
Within a day’s drive of trend-setting Portland, and with the help of nonstop flights into Hailey’s SUN airport, big-town hipster culture has permeated the west. The influence of well-read, big-rimmed glasses-wearing and flannel-loving thirty-something’s has even infiltrated the small resort town of Sun Valley. Here, microbreweries, handcrafted cocktails, great coffee and beard-trimming locations abound, making the trend-adverse hipster, feel at home. Take a walk in a pair of Birkenstocks, and try out Sun Valley, “hipster-style”.
How to Ketch’em Alive this Summer
Ketch’em Alive is a free summer concert series that takes place every Tuesday from 7:00PM to 9:00PM at Forest Service Park. National and regional music acts ranging from folk to electronica light up the stage as the sun goes down. Getting ready for a night of music in the park is more an art than a science. Read on for our essential guide to Ketch’em Alive.
The Artsy Side of Sun Valley
Let me tell you a little secret, there is more to Sun Valley than what meets the eye. Between the epic mountain biking, skiing and hiking lives a vibrant arts and culture scene. Read on to plan your own dose of refinement next time you’re in our mountain town.
