Flossie Ervin
Filmmaker and Actor in New York
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Putrajaya Challenge Park’s well-planned network of trails
There is a 30 hectare park built specially for mountain biking, within the grounds of Putrajaya Challenge Park that is approximately 9.1KM. To be a well-suited park for the extreme sport activity the mountain bike trail is specifically engineered and designed. It would be really hard for you to get lost as the trails are numbered according to the difficulty. The Travel guide goes up switchbacks and down steep hills through this former rubber and palm oil forest.
What to bring?
• Bring your own mountain bike bicycle if you have one. If you want to save money from renting one at the park.
• To avoid any injuries bring your own safety gears like helmet, arm guards and knee guards.
What are the facilities provided?
• A place to wash your bicycle.
• In case you want to get some spare parts for your bike a small bicycle workshop is available.
• Ample gazebos for you to rest and light up.
• A bathroom with showers.
Who should I travel with?
Solo, Couple, Friends, Group
Safety tips.
• Before starting your biking journey always wear your safety gears to avoid any unnecessary injuries.
• There are sections of the trails that have rocks.
• Be careful not to get caught by your wheels as it might break your bike spoke.
Insiders’ tips.
• The mountain bikes are available for rental at RM20, while BMX for RM10.
• There is a lookup point. Make sure you don’t miss it to catch the view of Putrajaya.
• There are a few table tops along the trail.
• This place is suitable for any level of experience. You can bring your children along.
• Bring water for refreshments as there is no place to buy drinks along the trails.