Where do I check in for my rental?

Check in at Red Raven Bike Café in downtown Crosby; arrive 15–30 minutes early for waivers and sizing.

Can I install my own pedals?

Yes—staff can install personal pedals during setup or you can select custom pedals when reserving.

How long can I rent a Dream Bike?

Rentals range from four-hour sessions to multi-day bookings—select your duration at checkout.

Are helmets included with the rental?

Helmet fitting is provided; verify whether helmets are included or bring your own for a preferred fit.

What if trail conditions are poor?

Trail access may be limited after heavy rain; Red Raven staff will advise on safe route choices or rescheduling options.

Is mechanical support available during my rental?

Basic mechanical checks and guidance are provided; full repairs may require a return to the shop depending on issue severity.

Cuyuna Lakes Full-Suspension Dream Bikes — Ride Yeti & Santa Cruz at Red Raven Bike Café

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Test a top-tier full-suspension Dream Bike from Red Raven Bike Café and ride the carved singletrack around the Cuyuna Lakes. Whether you want a fast four-hour loop or a multi-day run, premium bikes and local mechanics make it easy to push your limits.

4 hours–multi-day

moderate

From $141.72

Cuyuna Lakes, centered around Crosby, Minnesota, is a compact mountain-biking destination built from reclaimed iron-ore pits that now form clear, blue lakes and sculpted ridgelines. From Red Raven Bike Café in downtown Crosby, riders can pick up a Full Suspension Dream Bike—Forbidden Druid in a Large build or other elite models from Yeti, Santa Cruz, Pivot, Salsa, Norco, and Juliana—and head straight onto flowy singletrack, punchy climbs, and technical descents. The trails here cut across exposed iron-rich rock, old haul roads, and carved berms that reward both precision and speed. Expect fast rollers, tight tree-lined sections, and engineered features—wood bridges, tabletops, and rock gardens—woven between steep lake overlooks. Wildlife is a quiet presence: osprey quarter the lakeshore, white-tailed deer slip through pines, and spring wildflowers edge the singletrack. Red Raven’s Dream Bike fleet sets this experience apart. Every rental comes with hands-on sizing, a mechanical check, and local trail recommendations from riders and certified mechanics familiar with Cuyuna’s micro-terrain. Rentals run from focused four-hour sessions to multi-day arrangements, so you can test a dream build on punchy loops or string together an all-day route through multiple pits. Staff will fit helmets, install custom pedal choices if requested, and walk through trail options tailored to your skill level. Practical details matter on these trails. Waivers are required at check-in; arrive 15–30 minutes early for setup. Trail conditions and weather can change access—wet sections bite on fast berms—so choose lines conservatively after storms. Return equipment on time and in good condition to avoid fees, and note that personal pedals can be installed for comfort. Why book this ride? For riders who chase both flow and technical challenge, Cuyuna’s compact network delivers everything within short loops, and a Dream Bike fleet lets you sample premium suspension, geometry, and brakes without owning the gear. Red Raven Bike Café operates as more than a shop: it’s a local hub where mechanics, route tips, and community energy connect you to a trail system born from industrial history but rebuilt for modern mountain biking. Reserve a dream build to experience crisp lake views off skinny ridgelines, precise handling through rock gardens, and the confidence that comes from a hand-tuned bike and local insight—one of the best ways to ride Cuyuna. Sample itineraries range from a brisk 4‑hour loop that covers shorelines and thrill sections to multi-day explorations that combine east and west basin loops for varied terrain and sustained climb practice. Beginner riders should choose shorter, less-technical loops and communicate preferences at check-in; advanced riders can push sustained descents and link several pit overlooks for continuous singletrack. Rentals include mechanical support and the option to swap pedals so you can dial in a setup that fits well.

Cuyuna Lakes Full-Suspension Dream Bikes — Ride Yeti & Santa Cruz at Red Raven Bike Café

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