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102 ft
Distance
-7 ft
Descent
00:01:14
Avg time
-7 ft
Altitude change
402 ft
Altitude min
409 ft
Altitude max
409 ft
Altitude start
400 ft
Altitude end
-7.1%
Grade
-10.5%
Grade max
-4.5%
Grade min
72 ft
Distance down
30 ft
Distance flat
00:01:14
Avg time

Gear Up Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Riverwood
    Mississauga, Ontario
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    40 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Drop

Gear Up is one of the steeper bits of trail within the Riverwood Conservancy and connects Spinning Out with the Culham Trail. Halfway down the trail, there is a small but optional drop off of a large root. By linking the jump line on Zaichuk Loop, Narrow Ridgeline and Gear Up, you get a fun, diverse line catered to intermediate/advanced riders.

Access Info

Gear Up can be accessed off of Spinning Out, slightly above the end of Narrow Ridgeline.

This trail is unsanctioned.

Tags
DropsJumpsRidgeline
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 12 miles avg distance
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  • 50 rides
  • Last: Oct 3, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Gear Up located?
      Gear Up is located in Riverwood, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. It is part of the Riverwood trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.56439, -79.67645.
      ▼ How hard is Gear Up?
      Gear Up is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 7.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Gear Up?
      The trail has 7 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 402 ft to 409 ft.
      ▼ Is Gear Up a point to point trail?
      Yes, Gear Up is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Gear Up?
      Gear Up is 102 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Gear Up?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Gear Up. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Gear Up? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Gear Up are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Gear Up?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 minute to ride Gear Up. The trail is 102 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Gear Up?
      Gear Up is a moderately popular trail. There have been 373 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 397 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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