CROSBY RENTALS FIELD GUIDE
Glide Crosby’s Snow-Blanketed Trails — Cross-Country Skis (Adult, 100–130 lb) from Red Raven
Rent cross-country skis or snowshoes from Red Raven Bike Café in downtown Crosby to access self-guided winter routes around the Cuyuna Lakes region.
Glide Crosby’s Snow-Blanketed Trails — Cross-Country Skis (Adult, 100–130 lb) from Red Raven.
Red Raven Bike Café in Crosby rents snowshoes and skis for adults and children, providing a straightforward way to explore the Cuyuna Lakes region’s winter trails; the offering suits families, beginners and experienced winter explorers looking for self-guided outings amid snowy lakes and scenic landscapes.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Snowshoes and Skis for Adults and Kids
Red Raven stocks snowshoes and cross-country skis sized for adults and children, available as short-term (4-hour) or multi-day rentals—ideal equipment to get onto Crosby’s winter trails.
Explore Cuyuna Lakes’ Winter Landscapes
Rentals are a gateway to the snowy lakes and scenic landscapes surrounding Crosby, where marked winter routes allow self-guided exploration of the region’s frozen vistas.
Beginner-Ready and Conveniently Located
The program is framed as family-friendly and beginner-oriented, and the downtown Red Raven location sits close to local winter trail systems for easy access to outings.
What the day feels like
What the Rental Feels Like
The flow is simple and self-directed: arrive at Red Raven Bike Café, complete check-in and any required waivers, get fitted for skis or snowshoes, review recommended routes and current trail conditions, then set out on self-guided exploration for a 4-hour session or a multi-day rental before returning equipment by the scheduled end time.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental best serves, and what to consider before you go.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Typical rental windows include 4-hour sessions, with multi-day rentals also available; return equipment by the scheduled end time to avoid potential additional fees.
Red Raven provides snowshoes and cross-country skis for adults and children and completes fittings at pickup; staff will review recommended winter routes and current trail conditions.
Arrive at Red Raven Bike Café to complete rental check-in and any required waivers; users are responsible for negligent damage or lost equipment and should use rentals only on appropriate winter terrain.
The downtown Red Raven location sits near local winter trail systems, providing convenient access to Crosby and the surrounding Cuyuna Lakes routes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What equipment is available to rent?
Red Raven rents snowshoes and cross-country skis for adults and children.
How long are rental periods?
Rentals are offered for 4-hour sessions and also as multi-day rentals.
Where do I pick up my rental?
Pickup is at Red Raven Bike Café in downtown Crosby.
Do I need to complete paperwork?
You will complete rental check-in and any required waivers at pickup.
What happens if equipment is damaged or returned late?
Users are responsible for negligent damage or lost equipment, and late returns may result in additional fees.
Are the rentals suitable for beginners and families?
Yes—rentals are described as family-friendly and beginner-friendly for self-guided winter recreation.