This is an out-and-back that starts relatively gentle, but eventually there's a BIG climb before back to less intense stuff. We'll ride out for about an hour or so, then turn around, depending on how the group is doing. After working for it on the climb, we'll stop at a viewpoint and take in some awesome views.
Here's a ROUTE (but we won't be going all the way to Fort Knox Road).
If you've got any questions or concerns, you can email the ride leader (info below)
When: Sunday, January 5, at 11am
Where: Meet at the end of state maintenance on Gilmore Trail
Google Maps link to meeting area
Estimated tour time: About 2-3 hours
Tour Description: Starts on a low-traffic gravel road, then moves to a four-wheel drive road. All should be snow-covered. Trail should be pretty packed.
The ride is free, but you'll need to be a member of the Fairbanks Cycle Club. Temporary memberships are available. Participants also need to either sign a liability release form or have signed one earlier this year. Download the form and find out more on our insurance page.
Minimum skill level: Intermediate: Can handle short and long climbs, and some possible soft snow.
Temperature cut-off: Ride will be canceled if it is 20F below or colder according to this WEBPAGE (scroll down to "Latest Observation" at 9am on the morning of the ride.
Dogs: No dogs please
Leader: Eric Troyer (fbxcyclist@gmail.com)
FATBIKE RENTALS
If you don't own your own fatbike, but want to try it out, there are a few places around town that rent fatbikes that we know about. (Not all are open on Sundays, so plan ahead.)
COLD WEATHER RIDING TIPS
We've got cold weather riding tips HERE.