2024 Swift Campout

Treehouse Cyclery

A global call to go bike-camping to celebrate the summer solstice.

Eben G. Fine Park

<h3>This is a group bikepacking trip starting and ending in Boulder, CO!</h3> <h4>Join Treehouse Cyclery and thousands of adventurous spirits around the world, as we sleep under the starts with our bikes and celebrate the 10th annnual Swift Campout.</h4>The route takes you through downtown Boulder, up Boulder Canyon, and up up up Four Mile Canyon to Switzlerland Trail. We'll spend the night camping near Mount Alto Picnic Area then wake up bright and early to grab a bite to eat in Ward. After that, we'll bike down Lefthand Canyon to get back to town and end right where we started.Day one will be heavy on climbing and include some technical riding on the way to the campground.Day two will involve some technical riding and a long descent on the road. NOTE: This is not a beginner bikepacking trip due to the large amount of climbing and technical terrain! If you want to join but don't like this route, you're welcome to drive up and camp, or ride a route that feels better for you.

Difficulty: Moderate -- for people comfortable with sustained climbing, technical/chunky trail, and long descents.Distance/Elevation: Total (44.6 miles, +4,584 ft)Day One (16.2 mi, +3,161 ft)Day Two (28.2 ft, 1,574ft )Average Pace: 10-12mphRoute:<a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47170502" title="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47170502" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Full route</a> (<a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47170415" title="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47170415" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Day 1</a>, <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47170479" title="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47170479" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Day 2</a>)Appropriate Bike: Any gravel bike, rigid mtb, or ATB that can carry all of your gear. We suggest 42mm tires (at minimum) to be the most comfortable riding on Switzerland Trail.

Rider Expectations:<ul><li>Parking is limited at the Boulder Sports Recycler. Please ride there if possible!</li><li>Bring warm layers! We will be riding to and camping close to 9,000ft. Temperatures will vary.</li><li>Ride leaves promptly at 1:00pm. Please show up early and ready to go!</li><li>The route is varied: be prepared for steady climbing, some technical terrain on an unmaintained forest road, several moderate/steep descents, and a mix of road/gravel.</li><li>Riders are responsible for providing their own shelter, food, and supplies</li><li>Tool kits encouraged</li><li>Helmets required</li></ul>

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