Where do I pick up the bike?

Pick up and check-in are at Red Raven Bike Café in downtown Crosby; arrive early for fitting and paperwork.

What rental durations are available?

Rentals range from four-hour sessions to multi-day bookings—select duration during reservation.

Can I install my own pedals?

Yes, riders may install personal pedals or choose custom pedals during the reservation process.

Are helmets included?

Helmet sizing and rental availability are provided during check-in; confirm availability when you book.

Do I need to sign anything?

All riders must sign a liability waiver before taking the bike on trail.

What if trails are muddy or closed?

Trail conditions and weather may affect availability; Red Raven staff will advise on closures and alternate routes.

Ride a Yeti SB120 on Cuyuna Lakes: Full-Suspension Dream Bike Rental at Red Raven

On the iron-banked ridges above the Cuyuna Lakes trail network, a high-end rental from Red Raven Bike Café lets you trade pavement for rock, roots, and wind. Located in Crosby, Minnesota, the Full Suspension Dream Bike — Yeti SB120 — Large delivers modern trail geometry, plush travel, and confident braking that turn Cuyuna’s unique reclaimed-mining landscape into a playground. Ride through rolling red-hued iron-ore cut slopes, across engineered berms and chutes cut into glacial till, and down short technical faces that test line choice and bike setup. Red Raven’s Dream Bike fleet gathers top-tier models from Yeti, Santa Cruz, Pivot, Salsa, Norco, and Juliana, dialed and serviced by local mechanics who know which tires and pressures suit the area’s gritty, loamy soil. Plan for a half-day session or longer; rentals range from four hours to multi-day, giving you time to link popular loops like Ironton Ditch, Jeep Hill, and the South Afton connector. Staff offer personalized trail recommendations and setup tips, so you spend less time guessing and more time laying down lines. What makes this rental special is the intersection of equipment and terrain. Cuyuna’s trails sit inside former iron mining pits and exposed bedrock shelves, creating abrupt drop-offs, tight rock gardens, and clear sightlines over kettle lakes. Vegetation is a mix of oak, birch, and young pines recovering the mined landscape; you may glimpse osprey over the water or whitetail along ridge breaks. The bikes themselves, especially the Yeti SB120 platform, favor snappy climbing and composed descending—ideal for fast singletrack and technical pitches. The experience suits riders who want performance without the ferry to a distant resort. It’s practical for mountain bikers visiting the Brainerd and Crosby corridor who want to ride world-class flow and punchy technical features in compact sessions. Red Raven’s check-in includes fitting, helmet sizing, and a quick mechanical check; you return with local beta and confidence to explore more. Plan around weather: spring mud can close lines, summer heat demands hydration, fall brings crisp air and superb colors, and winter requires fat bikes or patience. Riders sign a liability waiver and must return equipment on time and intact. Whether you’re chasing lap times, testing a new build, or looking for an accessible gateway to midwestern technical singletrack, this Full Suspension Dream Bike rental is a straight shot to fun on Crosby’s most compelling trails. Reserve online using Red Raven’s booking link to select custom pedals, choose suspension setup, and secure a specific frame size. Arrive 15–30 minutes early for sizing and waiver signing. For riders new to Cuyuna, ask staff for easier loops and recent trail conditions. With the right bike and local knowledge, Crosby’s trails reward measured speed and thoughtful line choice daily.

Ride a Yeti SB120 on Cuyuna Lakes: Full-Suspension Dream Bike Rental at Red Raven

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