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Originally Posted by entropyfan  Has anyone rode on the Dragon's Back trail?
I know a bunch of the newbie Geoexpaters are itching to go mountain biking so I need to know the following: - Where's the best place to rent good mountain bikes?
- What's the best way to get a group of people with bikes there?
- Are there permits needed?
- How difficult is this trail?
I found the map and have looked at http://www.hkmba.org/en/images/maps/lowres/shek_o.jpg
but I guess I need to know more about the logistics of it. Has anyone organized an outing out here before? If so, please PM me. |
The only practical bike rental option is Friendly Bikes on Mui Wo. Give Winnie or Jacky a call on 2984 2278. They run one of the 2 friendliest bike stores in HK. This is more convenient than it sounds- Jacky can load up the bikes on the ferry, so you can pick them up at the Central ferry pier. To drop them off, you can just load them back onto the ferry.
Best way to get bikes up the hill is to call one of the usual wan-with-a-van services. You can fit 4-5 bikes in a van, depending on how carefully you pack.
Permits- in theory, yes. Though I've never been checked. If you send a stamped/address envelope to the link above, the AFCD sends you a permit back in around 2 weeks.
I don't know how difficult the trail is (never done it). Just don't plan to do it on a Sunday as it's also a popular hiking trail! Go on Saturday morning.
As an alternative, there are some rides on Lantau from Mui Wo. Ask Jacky (but be warned that the standard Chi Ma Wan peninsular ride isn't for novice riders).
