Cycling in Las Vegas Area

[Jo-n-NY]

We rented road bikes a few miles down a road from Red Rock Canyon. I forget the name of the shop but they were very good. We reserved the bikes before we left for Vegas. I brought my own pedals because I do not use spd's.

The road to Red Rock Canyon is beautiful. Red Rock is major hills but worth the ride. You can also continue on that road past Red Rock, although we didn't.

Just be sure to check your tires. They did not fill up my husbands tires and he could not understand why he was struggling. In fact he did not even go through Red Rock. As he was waiting for me and my brother that is when he noticed his tires were very low on air.

Other than that, it is worth it to rent a bike!!!

~ JoAnn

[roadie gal]

My cousin, who lives there and rides a ton, recommended Pro Cyclery to me. They're the ones who run the Rage in the Sage, so they know roads and bike routes, too.

[SJCzar]

Thanks for all the input. I'll check out your suggestions. The photos on the websites definitely make it look like it would be a gorgeous ride.

[Kimmyt]

I was out in vegas recently and was simply AMAZED by the number of cyclists on the road to the Red Rock canyon scenic road. The shoulders/bike lanes seem very nice and wide and the roads are smoooooth. It would be a lovely dream to ride those roads, I think. Lots of people out cycling and doing long runs. Just be aware that you will want to start early because it will be HOT. We had a abit of a hot spell when I was out there and it got to over 95degrees (in late april!) and the heat is simply brutal. You can refill bottles, though, at the visitors center.

have fun!

[SJCzar]

I ended up doing a 1/2 day supported Red Rock Scenic Loop tour with Las Vegas Cyclery / Escape Adventures.

I had a really great time and would definitely recommend them to anyone going out that way. They also do mountain bike tours.

The first 5 miles up were a bit of a workout, but the view from the top is worth it. There was plenty of downhill on the backside to make up for all the climbing.

[la bicicleta]

How many people are usually in the day tour? Women too? All levels? Thanks. I checked out the tour company website recommended above.

I am so excited about going on vacation next month to Las Vegas! I have been researching both the Red Rock Casino & Resort or staying on the strip at the brand new Palazzo. It is the sister property to Venetian.

[sbctwin]

I rode my bike on the scenic ride around Red Rock Canyon at Christmas. It was very nice, though cool as far as temps go....