Skiing used to be a must for many families, and winter vacations were always a shared highlight. But in view of climate change and rising costs, this is no longer a matter of course. That's why mountain biking could now take its place in summer. ISPO.com author Claudia Klingelhöfer gives seven reasons why mountain biking is the ideal family sport and why bike parks such as those in Serfaus Fiss Ladis offer the perfect playground for this.
A pump track for practising cornering and bike handling techniques, small jumps to motivate children, trails with gentle curves, drops at different heights and challenging jumps with gaps and tables for experienced riders - the bike park in Serfaus Fiss Ladis offers everything a mountain biker's heart desires. The area is like a playground for mountain bikers and those who want to become one. Which brings us to point one:
Reasons for mountain biking with the family:
- Biking develops step by step
- Trailsurfing makes you happy and strengthens the family bond
- Getting better together
- Experience self-confidence and self-efficacy
- Mountain biking offers a free full-body workout
- Mountain biking reduces stress and boosts your mood
- Mountain biking makes you smarter
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