MANITOU SPRINGS BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
First Rides, Big Rocks: Learning E‑Bikes Before You Ride Garden of the Gods
A focused 1.5‑hour lesson plus guided test ride that teaches e‑bike basics and builds confidence on the trails and climbs around Garden of the Gods.
First Rides, Big Rocks: Learning E‑Bikes Before You Ride Garden of the Gods.
Short, focused and guided, this 1.5‑hour E‑Bike Lesson & Test Ride pairs hands‑on instruction with a controlled first outing into the dramatic sandstone outcrops of Garden of the Gods, giving beginners the technical practice and on‑trail support needed to ride confidently.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Step‑by‑step skill building
Instruction begins with balance checks and fundamentals—starting, stopping and turning in a wide, quiet parking area—before moving to on‑trail practice so riders build control in manageable stages.
A test ride through Garden of the Gods
After parking‑lot drills you follow the guide into Garden of the Gods for guided practice on hills and turns, with frequent stops to check progress and comfort on the bike.
Patient, repeatable coaching
The format emphasizes one‑on‑one attention: the instructor stays with riders as they practice and stops repeatedly to ensure skills and confidence are developing.
What the day feels like
What the 90 minutes feel like
The session unfolds like a short skills clinic: an introductory briefing and balance check, tracked practice in an open parking lot (circles in both directions), then a guided ride into Garden of the Gods where the instructor paces the group up small hills and pauses frequently to coach and reassess.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session suits — and who should consider a different offering.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The lesson and test ride runs 1.5 hours.
Meet at the operator’s storefront at 3103 W. Colorado Avenue, Colorado City, CO 80829.
Instruction includes hands‑on coaching and use of the operator’s high‑quality E‑bikes during the lesson.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the lesson?
The E‑Bike Lesson & Test Ride lasts 1.5 hours.
Where do we meet?
The session meets at 3103 W. Colorado Avenue, Colorado City, CO 80829.
Is this suitable for a complete beginner?
Yes. The program is designed for beginners and focuses on building balance, starting and stopping, turning and on‑trail hill practice.
Will we ride in Garden of the Gods?
Yes. After parking‑lot drills the instructor leads a guided test ride through Garden of the Gods with frequent stops for coaching.
Do you provide the E‑bikes?
The lesson covers how the operator’s high‑quality E‑bikes operate and uses those bikes for instruction.
How does the instructor manage safety during the ride?
The instructor stays with riders, checks balance at the start and stops many times during the on‑trail portion to assess and coach.