Bikepacking 101 Overnighter #2

311 Mountain Rd,Stowe VT 05672

20 August, 2022

Description

Title Photo: Bikepacking 101 1st edition crew at camp. Picture courtesy of Peter Curialle (@pete.curialle)Ranch Camp & Ashley are hosting a second overnight adventure for folks looking to try bikepacking. This event is limited to 10 people and includes: Intro to bikepacking equipment class Guided group ride to a remote campsite Dinner catered by Ranch Camp at the campsiteOvernight camping followed by a guided ride back to HQAbove: Happy campers departing the Yard On Saturday, participants will meet at Ranch Camp (offsite parking instructions will be provided) and attend a Q&A session, introducing the gear and discussing the etiquette and tactics of bikepacking. Following the discussion, Ashley will guide the group on a tour around Lamoille County that includes some of the area's best singletrack, doubletrack and gravel roads. (Route details TBD) Participants will set up camp for the night in a remote location and enjoy a meal catered by Ranch Camp with special guests Fiddlehead Brewing before camping for the night. Sunday morning we'll break down camp and ride back to HQ. Tentative Schedule:Saturday Aug 20th 1:00pm - Arrive at Ranch Camp 1:30pm - Intro Q&A 3:00pm - Pack up and departure 7:00pm - Arrive at camp and set up Sunday, Aug 21st 7:00am - Rise and shine! 8:00am - Pack up and depart for day 2 ride 12:00pm - Return to HQ (Ranch Camp) Equipment Requirements:Small tent (you can pack with you or we'll deliver to the camp site)Bed rollMinimum of 650b tiresSleeping bagRain resistant layer (jacket/pants)Weather dependent clothing/layers Water BottlesSnacksThis adventure is geared toward intermediate+ riders with some mountain biking experience. The mileage and terrain will require relative fitness levels but no bikepacking experience is required. Fees cover the cost of food and any proceeds beyond costs will be donated back to our local trail stewards, Stowe Trails Partnership. We strongly encourage all trail users to become a member of Stowe Trails Partnership. Memberships are a bargain and can be purchased through VMBA here: https://vmba.org/join/ Questions or comments, please contact [email protected]