When & where: This is a 2-part clinic with session the following dates:
Friday, Feb. 7 from 6PM to 8PM at Backcountry Bike & Ski in downtown Palmer
A 2-hour session indoors. We will review gear and fat biking basics.
Saturday, Feb. 8 from 11AM to 1PM on a local Palmer area trail (TBD).
A 2-hour session on the trails. We will review different riding skills and techniques to help you feel more confident on the trail.
About the clinic and what to expect: In our Fat-Bike Clinic, we will begin with a meet-and-greet gear check the evening of Friday, Feb. 7. During this indoor session at Backcountry Bike and Ski we will go over what you need to get started. We will help you get your bike set up with accessories, talk about how to dress, and what to expect for the ride.
On Saturday, February 8 we will hit the trails to identify and practice skills to help you ride with confidence. We will apply the skills we learn as we ride some single-track trails. Location TBD and will be determined closer to our clinic date based on trail conditions.
About Sofia Petroni: Sofia is a Bike Instructor Certification Program (BICP) and a Professional Mountain Biker Instructor Association (PMBIA) certified mountain bike instructor. She is dedicated to helping mountain bikers of all levels achieve their riding goals. Sofia believes a combination of confidence and control is essential to having a safe and enjoyable experience on the trails. Outside of her work as a bike instructor, she has a career in teaching with over 15 years in the classroom.
Cost:
Total clinic fees are $160 per person. Adventure Club members receive $15 off.
A non-refundable $50 deposit (per person) is taken during registration to secure your reservation.
The remaining balance owed will be sent via invoice and due by January 3, 2025.
If you would prefer to pay in installments, please let us know.
Parking: Participants are responsible for paying any relevant parking fees.
What to bring (clothing):
Winter boots/shoes
If you wear winter shoes, consider gaiter if there is a lot of snow
Warm socks
Baselayer pants and shirt
Midlayer if it is cold
Outer layer
Wind-resistant clothing helps with staying warm
Neck gaiter
Hat (check fit with helmet)
2 pairs of gloves (1 Lightweight and 1 warmer)
What to bring (bike + extras):
Fat bike with studded tires (Studded tires are optional but they help with grip)
Flat pedals (recommended over clipless pedals, especially in winter)
Pogies (some people ride without pogies. Pogies can be helpful because riders can wear lightweight gloves which allows them to maintain good control of bike components (shifting, braking, etc.)
Frame bag or backpack to carry gear
Insulated container for water (pro tip: bring a bottle with hot water)
Snacks
A note on flexibility: The nature of adventuring outside requires some flexibility. We do our best to follow the itinerary as outlined, but we may need to shift plans for a variety of reasons. Safety is our priority and we use our best judgment when making trip adjustments.
Weather: We rarely cancel due to inclement weather. Please bring gear to adventure in the elements. If you need to borrow something, let us know! We have lots of extra supplies and are happy to loan items out.