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2,431 ft
Distance
-241 ft
Descent
00:03:15
Avg time
-243 ft
Altitude change
7,938 ft
Altitude min
8,181 ft
Altitude max
8,181 ft
Altitude start
7,940 ft
Altitude end
-10%
Grade
-26%
Grade max
-2.1%
Grade min
2,431 ft
Distance down
00:03:15
Avg time

Rick Sutherland Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
  • Riding Area
    Sky Tavern Bike Park
    Reno, Nevada
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (2 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #1141 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, Adaptive MTB
  • Direction
    One Direction[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • One Direction for E-Biking
    • One Direction for Adaptive Biking
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    Apr - Oct
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Jump, Rock Face, Rock Garden
  • Year Opened
    2022
  • Land Owner
    Sky Tavern 501c3 nonproft

In memorial of "Wrong Way Rick" who was an inspiration to hundreds of riders, Rick Sutherland is a machine-built blue/black flow trail with a jump line, berms, and unique rock features sculpted by Steve Wentz of Momentum Trail Concepts.

It flows from the top of Sky Tavern, crosses Easy Up, and reconnects with College Boy at the top of the section known as Yale University.

Access Info

Access from the Sky Tavern parking lot via Easy Up climb trail.

Adaptive Bike Info
aMTB Black Rating: Advanced obstacles exist, some trail obstructions.
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Bike Park

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  • 18 rides
  • 15 miles average
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  • 143 rides
  • 11 miles avg distance
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  • 626 rides
  • Last: Aug 18, 2026
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Rick Sutherland

        ▼ Where is Rick Sutherland located?
        Rick Sutherland is located in Sky Tavern Bike Park, Reno, Nevada, United States. It is part of the Sky Tavern Bike Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.33108, -119.88138.
        ▼ How hard is Rick Sutherland?
        Rick Sutherland is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 10%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Rick Sutherland?
        The trail has 241 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 7,938 ft to 8,181 ft.
        ▼ Is Rick Sutherland a point to point trail?
        Yes, Rick Sutherland is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Rick Sutherland?
        Rick Sutherland is 2,431 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Rick Sutherland?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Rick Sutherland. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Rick Sutherland?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Rick Sutherland are:
        • October (37 activities)
        • September (1 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Rick Sutherland? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Rick Sutherland are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Rick Sutherland?
        The estimated time to ride Rick Sutherland is approximately 3 minutes. The trail is 2,431 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
        ▼ How busy is Rick Sutherland?
        Rick Sutherland is a very popular trail. There have been 3,509 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 5,581 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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