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WHISTLER
BLACKCOMB STEPS UP TO HELP ELIMIMATE BIKE THEFT |
WHISTLER, BC, August 12 – Driven by concerns about mountain bike theft
occurring, Whistler Blackcomb has introduced an affordable bike valet service
for riders.
Located in the Excalibur Storage building, adjacent to the Fitzsimmons chair
line up, Whistler Blackcomb has opened a weekend bike valet. According to the
Whistler RCMP 19 bikes were reported missing or stolen in the month of July.
“This number is shocking to say the least but certainly highlights the
need for such a service - and we’re stepping up to meet this need,”
says Matt Davies, Retail Rental Operations Manager at Whistler Blackcomb.
Since July 16, Whistler Blackcomb has offered a bike valet service on weekends.
As demand for safe affordable storage increases, Whistler Blackcomb plans to
offer the valet service seven days a week, potentially even offering overnight
storage.
The price point for this service has been set very low in an attempt to encourage
riders to use this service. A one-time usage fee is $2 while an all day pass
is only $5. In addition, all day bag storage is offered for $3.
With over 200 km and 3,600 feet of lift-serviced gravity-fed, adrenaline-fueled
descending trails, the Whistler Blackcomb Mountain Bike Park is the unequivocal
leader of lift-accessed mountain bike parks in the world. The introduction of
on site, affordable mountain bike storage proves that the best is just getting
better.
For more information about Whistler Blackcomb, the Whistler Blackcomb Mountain
Bike Park, and all of the services and products offered check out whistlerblackcomb.com.
Whistler Blackcomb Introduces New Ways to Experience the Magic Bike Park - Mountain
Scooters and Mountain Boards offer alternate
WAYS to get down the mountain
WHISTLER, BC, August 15 - Effective immediately, the Whistler Blackcomb Mountain
Bike Park’s new beginner park, the Magic Bike Park, will offer riders
the ability to experience the Park’s smooth flowing trails via two new
forms of transportation: Mountain Scooters and Mountain Boards.
Mountain Scooters and Mountain are a developing new phenomenon and Whistler
Blackcomb now welcomes them in the Magic Bike Park. Mountain Scooters combine
BMX wheels, mountain bike shocks & brakes and an oversized skateboard platform.
Mountain Boards are beefy skateboards that combine brakes with snowboard style
bindings. Riders will be required to wear helmets and protective gear.
“With the opening of the new Magic Bike Park, we now have beginner trails
that are perfectly suited for these activities,” says Jeremy Roche, Whistler
Blackcomb Product Development Manager. “The Mountain Scooters have broad
appeal and are a great way for families to experience the Magic Bike Park as
part of their day in the Blackcomb Base Adventure Zone. Those who are looking
for a more thrilling experience will identify with the Mountain Boards.”
Enthusiasts who own boards now have a place to play in Whistler. For those who
don’t own the equipment but would like to try out a new way of getting
down a mountain this summer, Whistler Blackcomb rents “Diggler”
Mountain Scooters that are available at Daylodge Rentals at the base of Blackcomb
Mountain. Rentals are under $15 per hour and include the cost of the Mountain
Scooter, a helmet, gloves and damage insurance. For those looking to ride in
the Magic Bike Park, armour is recommended and can be rented for an additional
$10 per hour.
The Magic Bike Park is open daily from 10am to 5pm until Monday, September 5,
2005. For more information about the Whistler Blackcomb Mountain Bike Park or
the new Magic Bike Park check out whistlerblackcomb.com..
For information about the world of Mountain Boards and Mountain Scooters check
out mbs.com or mountainscooter.com
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