{"title":"Adventure Touring","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"custom-tour-2019-c2c-new-england-biketernity-tour","title":"2019 New England Fall Tour","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003e Description \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" class=\"\"\u003e Itinerary \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\" class=\"\"\u003e Phone Reservations \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeptember 18 - October 3rd, 2019\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a BIKEternity custom tour and is only available for the Fall New England tour group.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: normal;\"\u003eBike the best of the New England in five states starting in beautiful Bar Harbor ME, cycling through NH, VT, RI, MA and finish in Manchester NH. The kaleidoscope of the autumn foliage during this time of year is enough to keep you mesmerized as you pedal on the back roads. The coastline and Cape Cod’s seashore with the salt air and sunny breeze will heighten your senses as you ride through the quiet villages along the bay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll smell the tang of salt air while spinning along the Maine coast. Listen to the symphony of gulls and foghorns along the shores of New England and Cape Cod. The kaleidoscope of autumn foliage in the White Mountains of New Hampshire\/Vermont will provide eye candy for miles. Tempt your taste buds with local treats, from delicious crab cakes and seafood chowder to fresh cider doughnuts and real maple syrup. Top it off with a touch of local history of the quaint communities have to offer, and you’ve got New England bike touring at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a new or veteran cyclist, this region and tour are ideal for you. Our fully supported tour will provide a one-of-a-kind bicycle adventure and access to all the best-kept secrets of this area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Welcome reception and orientation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 31 meals – 15 breakfasts, 16 lunches, daily snacks\/water stops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Full van and luggage support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ferry taxes and rider\/bike fee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 3 BIKEternity trip leaders- one mechanic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Daily route directions and maps, including GPX files for your GPS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Fully supported tour, on-route SAG and we transport your luggage. Limited to 14 riders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSightseeing and Cultural Activities Include:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBar Harbor, ME\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome Maine coastal towns have an unfair advantage. Perched on Mount Desert Island at the gateway to Acadia National Park, this historic resort town still resonates with the Victorian splendor of bygone days, not to mention the backdrop of Cadillac Mountain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCamden, ME\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe self-dubbed “Jewel of the Coast” is a well-deserved moniker, and this Mid-Coast harbor town of 4,823 on Penobscot Bay is tucked where mountains reach down to the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOak Bluffs, MA \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brightly colored gingerbread Victorian cottages make this laid-back enclave on Martha’s Vineyard a true New England confection. And on one night each summer, the cottages lights up with Chinese lanterns, making it likely the loveliest place on earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique View: The nation’s oldest platform carousel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProvincetown, MA \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet at the outermost tip of Cape Cod, surrounded by water on three sides and backed by vast sand dunes on the fourth, Provincetown is a colorful gem that’s drawn artists and writers for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique View: A bird’s eye, from the top of the Pilgrim Monument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Not Included:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAirfare is not included in the cost of the tour. Travel to and from our start point is the responsibility of each individual. Airport transfers. Insurance of any kind. Alcoholic beverages. Items of a personal nature. Dinners, tips, and hotel accommodations are the financial responsibility of the participant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: normal;\"\u003eDay 1: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: normal;\"\u003eWednesday, September 18, (no riding) Registration\/Orientation Mtg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOvernight: \u003c\/b\u003e Bar Harbor Inn \u0026amp; Spa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3:30 PM Registration and Check-in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4:30 – 5:30 PM. Orientation and Safety Meeting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6:00 PM Dinner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 2:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThursday, September 19, 60 Miles Bar Harbor ME to Ellsworth ME\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Ellsworth, ME Comfort Inn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 3:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriday, September 20, 58 Miles Ellsworth ME to Camden ME\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Camden, ME Camden Riverhouse Hotel \u0026amp; Suites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 4:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturday, September 21, 60 Miles Camden ME to Bath ME\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Bath, ME Hampton Inn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 5:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunday, September 22, 67 Miles Bath ME to Bridgton ME\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Bridgton, ME AirBNB House on Lake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 6:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonday, September 23, 66 miles Bridgton ME to Lincoln NH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Lincoln, NH Holiday Inn Express\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 7:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuesday, September 24, (no riding) Lincoln, NH (Layover Day)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Lincoln, NH Holiday Inn Express\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 8:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWednesday, September 25, 82 Miles Lincoln NH to Claremont NH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Claremont, NH Rodeway Inn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 9:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThursday, September 26, 50 Miles Claremont NH to Brattleboro VT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Brattleboro, VT Holiday Inn Express\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 10:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriday, September 27, 55 Miles Brattleboro VT to Hadley MA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Hadley, MA Hampton Inn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 11:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturday, September 28, 45 Miles Hadley MA to Sturbridge MA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Sturbridge, MA Hampton Inn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 12:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunday, September 29, 54 Miles Sturbridge MA to Providence RI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: Providence, RI Hilton Garden Inn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 13:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonday, September 30, 55 Miles Providence RI to New Bedford MA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: New Bedford, MA Fairfield Inn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 14:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuesday, October 1, 19 Miles New Bedford MA to West Yarmouth MA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight: West Yarmouth, MA Hampton Inn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" class=\"\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCall 860-428-9301\u003c\/b\u003e to reserve this trip on the phone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonday-Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM Mountain Standard Time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Custom Trip","offers":[{"title":"Double Occupancy (willing to share) - $2,390.00","offer_id":25169245306944,"sku":"","price":2390.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/1136\/5184\/products\/cape-cod-bike-tour-2.jpg?v=1549845654"},{"product_id":"intro-to-bikepacking-montana-great-divide","title":"Intro to Bikepacking - Montana Great Divide","description":"\u003ch3\u003eJuly 6 - 11, 2025\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab2\"\u003e Itinerary\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab3\"\u003e Phone Reservations \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab4\"\u003e Bikes \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\" data-mce-style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBikepacking provides an opportunity to cycle in wild, remote areas carrying a minimal amount of equipment in a streamlined fashion.  Bikepacking combines the beauty of backpacking and the speed of cycle touring in a mostly car-free environment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpend 6 days bike packing in Big Sky Country along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR). Our Intro to Bikepacking will help the beginner to jump into an awesome backcountry adventure with like minded. \u003cstrong\u003eUsing pre-tour videos and Q\u0026amp;A Zoom sessions the rider will learn how to select a bike and gear as well as how-to's on food selection, cooking and navigation.\u003c\/strong\u003e On tour, we will put our learning to the test as we navigate single and double track as well as some rural paved roads along a Montana section of the GDMBR.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can expect to be well-prepared for your first bikepacking trip through detailed pre-trip instruction and on-the-road, real-life experiences so that you can have the confidence and know-how to head out on your on bikepacking adventures. You will be accompanied by two GDMBR experienced riders to guide and teach you along the way. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 100%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCycling along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route in Montana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDaily informal discussions with ride leaders\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 95%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 95%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelcome reception and orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll gratuities at any restaurants\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 breakfasts and 2 dinners \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 BIKEternity trip leaders\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily route directions via GPX files for your GPS or phone app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-tour videos and Q\u0026amp;A Zoom session(s) for bikepacking preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 95%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 95%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsurance of any kind\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide gratuities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcoholic beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvernight parking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransportation from\/to Glacier International airport\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAirport Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStart\/End:\u003c\/b\u003e Glacier Park International Airport (FCO), Kalispell, Montana\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 1: Arrival, Meet-up at our overnight location, in Kalispell, Montana\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrive on your own at our starting location in Kalispell, Montana by 2pm at the start of your adventure. We will have an orientation in the late afternoon, followed by dinner prepared by your guides. We will assist in getting your bikes to our overnight location if you shipping your bikes. Dinner included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 2-4: Montana Great Divide Mountain Bike Route\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiles:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 miles · \u003cb\u003eElevation:\u003c\/b\u003e +927 \/ -955'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerrain: \u003c\/b\u003eGDMBR\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransfer: 30 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter breakfast, we will shuttle the group to a local grocery store for us to each shop for a few days provisions then on to the GDMBR trail and a short, but fun ride to our overnight location. During the next 4 days, we will acclimate to our gear, prepare our own meals, and explore all the beauty that Montana has to offer along the GDMBR including sweet forest service roads, single track, steep ascents and exhilirating descents. We will be riding down the Swan River valley with the Mission Mountain range on on our right and the Bob Marshall Wilderness on our left. No meals included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 5: Seeley Lake \u0026amp; the End of the Trail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiles:\u003c\/b\u003e 30 miles · \u003cb\u003eElevation:\u003c\/b\u003e +11,172’ \/ -10,199’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerrain: \u003c\/b\u003eGDMBR\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransfer: 2 hours \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will ride what is perhaps the hardest portion of our route as we ascend 1500' before our breathtaking descent into the Seeley Lake area and the end of our riding together. We will transfer back to Kalispell to unwind and enjoy a meal together celebrating our week of adventure on the GDMBR and the new friendships that will be formed. Dinner provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 6: Pack-up and Departure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the morning, you will be on your own to begin your journey home or to your next destination. We can do a one-time shuttle to the Glacier International Airport. We will assist in getting your bike on its journey home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab3\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCall 860-428-9301\u003c\/b\u003e to reserve this trip over the phone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonday-Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM Mountain Standard Time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab4\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can ship your bicycle to a bike shop close to our overnight location. We recommend using \u003ca href=\"BikeFlights.com\" target=\"new\"\u003eBikeFilghts.com\u003c\/a\u003e. Please visit them for exact instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the bike shop below for shipping your bike to the trailhead\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003ca href=\"Glacier%20Cyclery%20\u0026amp;%20Nordic\" target=\"new\"\u003eGlacier Cyclery \u0026amp; Nordic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e326 E Second St, Whitefish, MT 59937\u003cbr\u003e406.862.6446\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHours: \u003cbr\u003eThursday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003eFriday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003eSaturday 10AM–5PM\u003cbr\u003eSunday Closed\u003cbr\u003eMonday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003eTuesday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003eWednesday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.accordion {\n  background-color: #eee;\n  color: #444;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  padding: 10px;\n  width: 100%;\n  border: none;\n  text-align: left;\n  outline: none;\n  transition: 0.4s;\n}\n\n.active1, .accordion:hover {\n  background-color: #ccc;\n}\n\n.panel {\n  padding: 0 10px;\n  background-color: #eee;\n  max-height: 0;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  transition: max-height 0.2s ease-out;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"July 6 - 11, 2025","offers":[{"title":"Full Payment","offer_id":42757984780441,"sku":"","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Deposit Only","offer_id":42757984813209,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Balance Payment","offer_id":42757984845977,"sku":null,"price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/1136\/5184\/products\/IMG_4839.jpg?v=1666905363"},{"product_id":"womens-intro-to-bikepacking-new-mexico-great-divide-1","title":"Women's Intro to Bikepacking - New Mexico Great Divide","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSeptember 9-16, 2023\u003cbr\u003ewith Optional 8-day Extension to Sept. 23\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab2\"\u003e Itinerary\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab3\"\u003e Phone Reservations \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab4\"\u003e Bikes \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\" data-mce-style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBikepacking provides an opportunity to cycle in wild, remote areas carrying a minimal amount of equipment in a streamlined fashion.  Bikepacking combines the beauty of backpacking and the speed of cycle touring in a mostly car-free environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpend 8 days bike packing in the New Mexico backcountry along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR). Our Women's Intro to Bikepacking will help the beginner to jump into an awesome backcountry adventure with like minded women or provide the novice with more experience. \u003cstrong\u003eUsing pre-tour videos and Q\u0026amp;A zoom sessions the rider will learn how to select a bike and gear as well as how-to's on food selection, cooking and navigation.\u003c\/strong\u003e On tour, we will put our learning to the test as we navigate single and double track as well as some rural paved roads along a New Mexico section of the GDMBR.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe route takes us from Cuba, NM to south of Pie Town, NM. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you desire to add more time on the trail, there is an 8-day extension that will take you all the way to the US\/Mexico border at Antelope Wells, NM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can expect to be well-prepared for your first bikepacking trip through detailed pre-trip instruction and on-the-road, real-life experiences so that you can have the confidence and know-how to head out on your on bikepacking adventures. You will be accompanied by two GDMBR experienced riders to guide and teach you along the way. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 100%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCycling along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route in New Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDaily informal discussions with ride leaders\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll women tour, including guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included Part 1:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 95%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 95%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelcome reception and orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll gratuities at any restaurants\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 breakfasts and 2 dinners \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransportation from\/to Albuquerque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 BIKEternity trip leaders\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily route directions via GPX files for your GPS or phone app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-tour videos and Q\u0026amp;A Zoom sessions for bikepacking preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 95%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 95%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsurance of any kind\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide gratuities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcoholic beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvernight parking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransportation from\/to airports\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAirport Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStart\/End:\u003cem\u003e Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003e, Albuquerque, New Mexico\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 1: Arrival, Meet-up at startpoint location in Albuquerque, New Mexico\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrive on your own at our starting location in Albuquerque, New Mexico by 2pm. We will overnight in a local campground for an an orientation in the late afternoon, followed by dinner prepared by your guides. We will assist in getting your bikes to our overnight location if you shipping your bikes. Dinner included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 2-8: New Mexico Great Divide Mountain Bike Route\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiles:\u003c\/b\u003e 254 miles · \u003cb\u003eElevation:\u003c\/b\u003e +13,231 \/ -13,156'\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eTerrain:\u003c\/b\u003e Gravel roads, single track, paved roads of the GDMBR\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter breakfast, we will shuttle the group to a local grocery store for us to each shop for a few days provisions then on to the GDMBR trail and a short, but fun ride to our overnight location. During the next 7 days, we will acclimate to our gear, prepare our own meals, and explore all the beauty that New Mexico has to offer along the GDMBR including sweet forest service roads, single track, steep ascents and exhilirating descents. Breakfast included on Day 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 8: Pie Town, NM area \u0026amp; the end Part 1\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTransfer: \u003c\/b\u003e 2 hours\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the ride day, we will shuttle those who are only doing Part 1, back to Albuquerque, NM for a celebration meal and to bid farewell. Dinner provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose continuing on the trail will continue on with an eening meal at camp and preparations for the ride tomorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 9-16: Pie Town, NM area \u0026amp; the Beginning of Part 2\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiles:\u003c\/b\u003e 268 miles · \u003cb\u003eElevation:\u003c\/b\u003e +12,877’ \/ -15,163\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransfer:\u003c\/b\u003e 3 hours \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eTerrain:\u003c\/b\u003e Gravel roads, single track, paved roads of the GDMBR\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of our ride on the GDMBR, we will transfer to Las Cruces, NM for an overnight and a celebratory meal. Accommodations and dinner provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 16: Pack-up, Transfer \u0026amp; Departure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTransfer:\u003c\/b\u003e 3 hours \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter an early breakfast, we will transfer to Albuquerque, NM and bid farewell to each other after an extended ride on the GDBMR honing our bikepacking skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab3\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCall 860-428-9301\u003c\/b\u003e to reserve this trip over the phone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonday-Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM Mountain Standard Time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab4\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can ship your bicycle to a bike shop close to our overnight location. We recommend using \u003ca href=\"BikeFlights.com\" target=\"new\"\u003eBikeFilghts.com\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Our Women's Intro to Bikepacking will help the beginner to jump into an awesome backcountry adventure with like minded women. \u003cstrong\u003eUsing pre-tour videos and Q\u0026amp;A Zoom sessions the rider will learn how to select a bike and gear as well as how-to's on food selection, cooking and navigation.\u003c\/strong\u003e On tour, we will put our learning to the test as we navigate single and double track as well as some rural paved roads along a Montana section of the GDMBR.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can expect to be well-prepared for your first bikepacking trip through detailed pre-trip instruction and on-the-road, real-life experiences so that you can have the confidence and know-how to head out on your on bikepacking adventures. You will be accompanied by two GDMBR experienced riders to guide and teach you along the way. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 100%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCycling along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route in Montana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDaily informal discussions with ride leaders\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll women tour, including guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 95%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 95%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelcome reception and orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll gratuities at any restaurants\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 breakfasts and 2 dinners \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 BIKEternity trip leaders\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily route directions via GPX files for your GPS or phone app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-tour videos and Q\u0026amp;A Zoom sessions for bikepacking preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 95%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 95%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsurance of any kind\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide gratuities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcoholic beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvernight parking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransportation from\/to Glacier International airport\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAirport Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStart\/End:\u003c\/b\u003e Glacier Park International Airport (FCO), Kalispell, Montana\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 1: Arrival, Meet-up at our overnight location, in Kalispell, Montana\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrive on your own at our starting location in Kalispell, Montana by 2pm at the start of your adventure. We will have an orientation in the late afternoon, followed by dinner prepared by your guides. We will assist in getting your bikes to our overnight location if you shipping your bikes. Dinner included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 2-4: Montana Great Divide Mountain Bike Route\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiles:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 miles · \u003cb\u003eElevation:\u003c\/b\u003e +927 \/ -955'\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eTerrain: \u003c\/b\u003eGDMBR\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eTransfer: 30 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter breakfast, we will shuttle the group to a local grocery store for us to each shop for a few days provisions then on to the GDMBR trail and a short, but fun ride to our overnight location. During the next 4 days, we will acclimate to our gear, prepare our own meals, and explore all the beauty that Montana has to offer along the GDMBR including sweet forest service roads, single track, steep ascents and exhilirating descents. We will be riding down the Swan River valley with the Mission Mountain range on on our right and the Bob Marshall Wilderness on our left. No meals included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 5: Seeley Lake \u0026amp; the End of the Trail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiles:\u003c\/b\u003e 30 miles · \u003cb\u003eElevation:\u003c\/b\u003e +11,172’ \/ -10,199’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerrain: \u003c\/b\u003eGDMBR\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eTransfer: 2 hours \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will ride what is perhaps the hardest portion of our route as we ascend 1500' before our breathtaking descent into the Seeley Lake area and the end of our riding together. We will transfer back to Kalispell to unwind and enjoy a meal together celebrating our week of adventure on the GDMBR and the new friendships that will be formed. Dinner provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 6: Pack-up and Departure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the morning, you will be on your own to begin your journey home or to your next destination. We can do a one-time shuttle to the Glacier International Airport. We will assist in getting your bike on its journey home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab3\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCall 860-428-9301\u003c\/b\u003e to reserve this trip over the phone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonday-Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM Mountain Standard Time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab4\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can ship your bicycle to a bike shop close to our overnight location. We recommend using \u003ca href=\"BikeFlights.com\" target=\"new\"\u003eBikeFilghts.com\u003c\/a\u003e. Please visit them for exact instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the bike shop below for shipping your bike to the trailhead\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003ca href=\"Glacier%20Cyclery%20\u0026amp;%20Nordic\" target=\"new\"\u003eGlacier Cyclery \u0026amp; Nordic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 326 E Second St, Whitefish, MT 59937\u003cbr\u003e 406.862.6446\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Hours: \u003cbr\u003e Thursday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003e Friday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003e Saturday 10AM–5PM\u003cbr\u003e Sunday Closed\u003cbr\u003e Monday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003e Tuesday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003e Wednesday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.accordion {\n  background-color: #eee;\n  color: #444;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  padding: 10px;\n  width: 100%;\n  border: none;\n  text-align: left;\n  outline: none;\n  transition: 0.4s;\n}\n\n.active1, .accordion:hover {\n  background-color: #ccc;\n}\n\n.panel {\n  padding: 0 10px;\n  background-color: #eee;\n  max-height: 0;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  transition: max-height 0.2s ease-out;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\nvar acc = document.getElementsByClassName(\"accordion\");\nvar i;\n\nfor (i = 0; i \u003c acc.length; i++) {\n  acc[i].addEventListener(\"click\", function() {\n    this.classList.toggle(\"active\");\n    var panel = this.nextElementSibling;\n    if (panel.style.maxHeight) {\n      panel.style.maxHeight = null;\n    } else {\n      panel.style.maxHeight = panel.scrollHeight + \"px\";\n    } \n  });\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"July 22 - 27, 2023","offers":[{"title":"Full Payment","offer_id":43401545941145,"sku":null,"price":1099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Deposit Only","offer_id":43401545973913,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Balance Payment","offer_id":43401546006681,"sku":null,"price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/1136\/5184\/files\/IMG_1913_800x_32c5e48a-e39b-42fc-a38f-614208de0ccc.webp?v=1695569291"},{"product_id":"2024-intro-to-bikepacking-montana-great-divide-copy","title":"2024 Intro to Bikepacking - Montana Great Divide","description":"\u003ch3\u003eJuly 8 - 13, 2024\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eDescription \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab2\"\u003e Itinerary\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab3\"\u003e Phone Reservations \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"\" href=\"#tab4\"\u003e Bikes \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: block;\" id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\" data-mce-style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBikepacking provides an opportunity to cycle in wild, remote areas carrying a minimal amount of equipment in a streamlined fashion.  Bikepacking combines the beauty of backpacking and the speed of cycle touring in a mostly car-free environment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpend 6 days bike packing in Big Sky Country along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR). Our Intro to Bikepacking will help the beginner to jump into an awesome backcountry adventure with like minded. \u003cstrong\u003eUsing pre-tour videos and Q\u0026amp;A Zoom sessions the rider will learn how to select a bike and gear as well as how-to's on food selection, cooking and navigation.\u003c\/strong\u003e On tour, we will put our learning to the test as we navigate single and double track as well as some rural paved roads along a Montana section of the GDMBR.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can expect to be well-prepared for your first bikepacking trip through detailed pre-trip instruction and on-the-road, real-life experiences so that you can have the confidence and know-how to head out on your on bikepacking adventures. You will be accompanied by two GDMBR experienced riders to guide and teach you along the way. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 100%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCycling along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route in Montana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDaily informal discussions with ride leaders\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 95%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 95%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelcome reception and orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll gratuities at any restaurants\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 breakfasts and 2 dinners \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 BIKEternity trip leaders\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily route directions via GPX files for your GPS or phone app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-tour videos and Q\u0026amp;A Zoom session(s) for bikepacking preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 95%;\" data-mce-style=\"line-height: 95%;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsurance of any kind\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide gratuities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcoholic beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvernight parking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransportation from\/to Glacier International airport\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAirport Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0 0 0 40px; border: none; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStart\/End:\u003c\/b\u003e Glacier Park International Airport (FCO), Kalispell, Montana\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab2\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 1: Arrival, Meet-up at our overnight location, in Kalispell, Montana\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrive on your own at our starting location in Kalispell, Montana by 2pm at the start of your adventure. We will have an orientation in the late afternoon, followed by dinner prepared by your guides. We will assist in getting your bikes to our overnight location if you shipping your bikes. Dinner included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 2-4: Montana Great Divide Mountain Bike Route\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiles:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 miles · \u003cb\u003eElevation:\u003c\/b\u003e +927 \/ -955'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerrain: \u003c\/b\u003eGDMBR\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransfer: 30 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter breakfast, we will shuttle the group to a local grocery store for us to each shop for a few days provisions then on to the GDMBR trail and a short, but fun ride to our overnight location. During the next 4 days, we will acclimate to our gear, prepare our own meals, and explore all the beauty that Montana has to offer along the GDMBR including sweet forest service roads, single track, steep ascents and exhilirating descents. We will be riding down the Swan River valley with the Mission Mountain range on on our right and the Bob Marshall Wilderness on our left. No meals included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 5: Seeley Lake \u0026amp; the End of the Trail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiles:\u003c\/b\u003e 30 miles · \u003cb\u003eElevation:\u003c\/b\u003e +11,172’ \/ -10,199’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerrain: \u003c\/b\u003eGDMBR\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransfer: 2 hours \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will ride what is perhaps the hardest portion of our route as we ascend 1500' before our breathtaking descent into the Seeley Lake area and the end of our riding together. We will transfer back to Kalispell to unwind and enjoy a meal together celebrating our week of adventure on the GDMBR and the new friendships that will be formed. Dinner provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 6: Pack-up and Departure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the morning, you will be on your own to begin your journey home or to your next destination. We can do a one-time shuttle to the Glacier International Airport. We will assist in getting your bike on its journey home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab3\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCall 860-428-9301\u003c\/b\u003e to reserve this trip over the phone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonday-Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM Mountain Standard Time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\" id=\"tab4\" data-mce-style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can ship your bicycle to a bike shop close to our overnight location. We recommend using \u003ca href=\"BikeFlights.com\" target=\"new\"\u003eBikeFilghts.com\u003c\/a\u003e. Please visit them for exact instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the bike shop below for shipping your bike to the trailhead\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003ca href=\"Glacier%20Cyclery%20\u0026amp;%20Nordic\" target=\"new\"\u003eGlacier Cyclery \u0026amp; Nordic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e326 E Second St, Whitefish, MT 59937\u003cbr\u003e406.862.6446\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHours: \u003cbr\u003eThursday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003eFriday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003eSaturday 10AM–5PM\u003cbr\u003eSunday Closed\u003cbr\u003eMonday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003eTuesday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003eWednesday 10AM–6PM\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.accordion {\n  background-color: #eee;\n  color: #444;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  padding: 10px;\n  width: 100%;\n  border: none;\n  text-align: left;\n  outline: none;\n  transition: 0.4s;\n}\n\n.active1, .accordion:hover {\n  background-color: #ccc;\n}\n\n.panel {\n  padding: 0 10px;\n  background-color: #eee;\n  max-height: 0;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  transition: max-height 0.2s ease-out;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"July 8 - 13, 2024","offers":[{"title":"Full Payment","offer_id":44828999549081,"sku":null,"price":1199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Deposit Only","offer_id":44828999581849,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Balance Payment","offer_id":44828999614617,"sku":null,"price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/1136\/5184\/products\/IMG_4839.jpg?v=1666905363"}],"url":"https:\/\/biketernity.com\/collections\/adventure-touring-bikes.oembed","provider":"BIKEternity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}