Mountain Biking in Stillwell

Awesome single-track course for bikers with experience!

Killer riding on single-track course in Stillwell, Long Island—10 to 12 miles! You can take it fast and hard, or slow and sure through twists and turns, undulating hills, occasional rocks and conspiring roots.

Two top, experienced Outdoor Bound guides will lead you and instruct according to your needs. This is a great trail—one of our favorites. You’ll learn bunny hops, how to go over logs and other obstacles, work with steep and rocky terrain, learn about distribution of weight and much more. The course will be varied between 10-mile or 16-mile trails, depending on comfort level and ability. We will also break throughout the day as needed.

Two licensed guides and insurance included. Train tickets are out-of-pocket (about $19, purchase at the train station). You may also drive to meet us at the Cold Spring Harbor (Long Island) train station.

Bike Requirements

It must be a mountain bike!
Must have knobby mountain bike tires
Brakes need to be in good working order
Front suspension (shocks) recommended but not required
Helmet required; eye protection recommended
Spare tire tube recommended

If your bike does not meet the above requirements, you may be required to rent a bike in advance of the trip. This is to ensure your safety as well as the compatibility of all riders.

Bike Rental

You must bring a bike and helmet on this trip. If you don’t own a bike, you may rent one from area bike stores. One we can recommend:

Manhattan Bicycle
791 Ninth Avenue
New York, New York
Open 10 AM - 7 PM
Phone: (212) 262-0111
You will need to do an overnight rental (pick bike up the evening before the trip).

Helmets are required for all riders; you must provide your own.

Event Details

Trip Includes Experienced biking guides, insurance and unlimited fun
Leave Penn Station, LIRR, Port Jefferson Line. Depart @ 8:24 AM, arrive Syosset 9:16 AM. Our guides will meet you at the Syosset station.
Return LIRR Train departs Syosset at 1:14 PM and 1:46 PM. You are welcome to bike for additional time, but it will be at your own risk, as a guide will not be present.
Train Tickets Out-of-pocket (about $16)—purchase at Penn Station. Tickets are $7.75 each way--buy ticket at the station (not on the train).
Drive to Meet Us You may meet us at the Syosset train station; please arrive by 9:15 AM.

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16 to 23 Miles of Great Riding

The 10-15 miles of moderate to challenging single-track riding is intended for bikers with intermediate to advanced riding ability. Our modified, shorter rides (10 or 16 miles) are intended for the experienced beginner-to-intermediate rider who is looking to learn some new skills such as efficient shifting, cadence, bunny-hops, riding over logs, and climbing and descending hills. The trail provides for advanced hill climbs and steep technical descents.

The hard-pack greenbelt single-track is well maintained and makes for a challenging ride with a number of decent climbs and descents but not too much technical difficulty. Once in the woods, the trail unravels from an abandoned farm field to a deep forest of many twists, turns, miniature loops and hilly terrain. Good bike-handling skills are necessary to negotiate the many tight corners. This trail was designed and built specifically to take advantage of the varied hilly terrain, and the amount of vertical feet gained in this ride accumulates rapidly.

Intensity Levels

This event or trip is Intensity Level 3.

Overview

Adventures at All Skill Levels

We offer adventures for everyone, no matter what your skill level. This guide will help you decide which trip is right for you.

Activity

How long (in hours) you may be active every day during the trip.
Distances

You should feel confident that you would be able to complete these distances every day of your trip.
Surfaces

What types of terrain you may encounter and should be prepared for on your trip.
Elevation Change

The largest elevation change you may encounter on your trip.
Altitude

The highest elevation you may reach on your trip.

Intensity Levels

This event or trip is Intensity Level 3.

Level 1

Laid-Back, Unhurried, Restful

Welcome to the outdoors! These trips are designed to introduce you to new challenges and new adventurers. Take in the scenery, tackle moderate elevation, experience some local flavor, and enjoy your day out of the office.

Activity

You can expect to be active for one to three hours. Take a long walk around Central Park to make sure you’re comfortable being outdoors and active for at least a two-hour period.
Distances

For our Level 1 trips, you’ll be walking or hiking less than three miles. Think about this distance in terms of the width of Manhattan. Walking from the Hudson to the East River via 14th street is just under two miles.
Surfaces

You’ll be walking on flat terrain. This means there will be limited rocks and a few tree roots.
Elevation Change

There will be little or no elevation change on this trip. To simulate the change in elevation, trying walking three flights of stairs and back.
Altitude

Less than 3,000 feet.

Intensity Levels

This event or trip is Intensity Level 3.

Level 2

Easy Active — Perfect for Active First-Timers

Level 2 trips will give you a taste of what hiking is all about. Test yourself on intermediate terrain, including light rock scrambles and ascending multiple peaks. The trips will invigorate you and inspire you to continue strengthening your hiking skills.

Activity

You can expect to be active for four to six hours. Prepare for the trip by jogging three miles around Central Park.
Distances

Plan on getting starter miles under your belt. You’ll be doing up to six miles on this trip. You can imagine this distance in terms of the full Central Park loop, which is 6.1 miles.
Surfaces

You’ll be hiking on rolling terrain. You can expect rock surfaces, steeps, roots and small boulders.
Elevation Change

There could be up to an accumulative 1,500 feet per day.
Altitude

From sea level to 6,000 feet.

Intensity Levels

This event or trip is Intensity Level 3.

Level 3

Moderate — for Novices and Above

Level three hikes will challenge you with a faster pace and longer distances. This hard work allows you to see more terrain and higher vistas. You should expect to be tired and fulfilled on the van ride home.

Activity

We’ll be out on the trails for five to eight hours. Prepare for this trip by maintaining your daily fitness regime that includes both cardio and strength.
Distances

Be ready to cover some serious distance. We may hike up to ten miles today before heading back to the city. This is the distance between Battery Park and Washington Heights in Manhattan.
Surfaces

We’ll be walking on rolling or mountainous terrain. This will require navigating various rock faces and trail conditions including steep inclines and uneven ground.
Elevation Change

There could be up to 2,000 feet per day.
Altitude

From sea level to 10,000 feet.

Intensity Levels

This event or trip is Intensity Level 3.

Level 4

Vigorous — Recommended for Fit Travelers with Basic Skills

Deep inside you is a desire to push past your limit. On these hikes you’ll be challenged by some of the steepest elevations and technical terrain available. These trips are for endurance athletes and those who wish to push their physical abilities.

Activity

You can expect to be active for six to nine hours. You can best prepare for a Level 4 trip by maintaining your intense fitness regiment, trying to get your mile time below 7 minutes, and hiking consistently on the weekends.
Distances

Level 4 hikes can be up to 16 miles. This is the distance between Wall Street and Yonkers.
Surfaces

These trails will be mountainous with exposed terrain, uneven trails and steep ascents/descents. Most hikes will require not only hiking boots but also additional gear like hiking poles and headlamps.
Elevation Change

There could be elevation change of up to 3,000 feet per day and possible altitude.
Altitude

From sea level to 14,000 feet.

Intensity Levels

This event or trip is Intensity Level 3.

Level 5

Strenuous — Very Fit or Experienced Travelers

Prepare yourself for the ultimate outdoor experience. If you yearn to touch the sky and think the rewards outweigh the risks and extreme conditions, this is what you’re looking for. Over the course of multiple days you will be called upon to prove you belong among the best.

Activity

You should be ready for at least ten hours a day of pain, challenge, and constant small victories.
Distances

You should expect to be hiking for at least twelve miles a day. Prepare for this by racing in triathlons, training for a marathon and up keeping your hiking skills.
Surfaces

On Level 5 trips you will be trekking in remote mountains with exposed terrain and loose features.
Elevation Change

There could be elevation change of 5,000 feet per day.
Altitude

Altitude change could also reach up to 14,000 feet.

Riders need to have some experience (not suitable for absolute beginners) and be comfortable on a bike. If you have ridden a mountain bike one or two times and liked it, you will enjoy this trip. We will stop and rest as necessary.

Why Outdoor Bound?

Experienced, Fun & Qualified Guides

From cycling across the United States to leading horse treks through New Zealand to scaling Nepalese peaks, Outdoor Bound guides have real-world outdoor experience. Collectively, they have hiked, biked, climbed and kayaked tens of thousands of miles around the globe.

Whether their professional backgrounds are as teachers, personal trainers, artists, environmentalists or business leaders, they all have an extensive knowledge of the natural world and local history. Each guide has also passed a rigorous guide certification program and is trained in wilderness first aid or as a Wilderness First Responder.

Diverse & Interesting Groups

There is no typical Outdoor Bound participant. While ages typically range from 20 to 50, those who come to experience outdoor adventure range from singles to couples, from lawyers to waiters. They are a mix of women and men. While the group is always diverse, you will certainly feel welcome. Our guides go the extra mile to make the atmosphere of each trip social and fun. Many people in the Outdoor Bound community have forged lasting friendships as a result of our trips.

New Experiences

Skydiving, ice-climbing, hot-air ballooning, skiing and hiking every weekend are just a few of Outdoor Bound’s year-round adventures. These trips are accessible to everyone, including the novice, who might feel a little uneasy, the young urban professional trying to get away and even the adrenaline junkie looking for a new rush.

Environmental Awareness

“Leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but pictures,” is the Leave No Trace motto embraced by Outdoor Bound. From purchasing bamboo T-shirts to printing with soy-based inks on recycled paper, Outdoor Bound strives to create the least environmental impact possible while on trips and in the office.

Outdoor Bound Mountain Biking in Stillwell

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