Ricker Pond Bikepacking Overnighter

TL/DR

90 miles total

9/7-9/8 overnight stay

Link to the route here

Ride leaves from Waterbury Park and Ride

RC will provide snacks & bars.

This trip is geared toward intermediate+ riders with solid cycling experience.

The Advanced Bikepacking Overnighter will be capped at 8 riders. Participants can ride with the group or at their own pace. The ride leaves from the Waterbury with all riders heading to a reserved camping spot on Ricker Pond. This ride is self supported and will require you to carry your own equipment and food. The trip out and back is 90 miles total and 6800' of climbing.

Above: Images from last year's bikepacking adventure courtesy of Peter Curialle (@pete.curialle)

Tentative Schedule:

Saturday Sept 7th

8:30am - Meet at Park & Ride

9:00am - Departure

Mid Afternoon - Arrive at camp and set up

Sunday, Sept 8th

7:00am - Rise and shine!

8:00am - Pack up and depart for day 2 ride

Mid afternoon - Return to Waterbury

Equipment Requirements:

• Small tent
• Bed roll
• Minimum of 650b tires
• Sleeping bag
• Rain resistant layer (jacket/pants)
• Weather dependent clothing/layers
• Water Bottles
• Snacks

T he Route:

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42829226

Fees cover the cost of food and camping. We strongly encourage all participants to also become a member of VMBA here:

https://vmba.org/join/

Questions or comments, please contact ryan@ranchcampvt.com