Frequently Asked Questions
When to meet? Meet at Patagonia Cardiff at 8:30 am on (DATE TO BE DETERMINED). Coffee and donuts will be available.
Do I need racks for my camp gear? Guests have the option to bike their camp gear or have it transported for you. To have it transported for you, please bring all camping gear to the Patagonia Cardiff store before the ride.
When do we return? We will return to Patagonia Cardiff around 3 pm on Sunday, Nov 9th.
Will my bike work for this bike packing event? Almost any geared bike that you can ride 40 miles will work—beach cruisers or fixies are not a good choice because of the hilly terrain. The route to Enjoy the Farm is mostly paved roads and bike paths with some packed dirt.
Is my skill level up for this? We will ride 4-5 hours and you will be challenged with some moderately difficult inclines. We will ride as a group with plenty of encouragement. This adventure is probably not ideal for first-time cyclists.
What gear should I bring? You will need basic cycling and camping gear. You can bike pack your gear or we can transport it there for you. After you sign up, we will send you our recommended gear list.
Do I need to bring food? You will be well fed with nutritious, vegetarian food! But, be sure to eat breakfast on Saturday morning before we roll out. And, bring a light snack with you in case you get hungry during the ride. All other meals will be supplied from our amazing team.
Who are the bike guides? Dave Hopkins and Matteo Pistono.
Dave Hopkins has worked with Patagonia for 11 years and started in NYC. He cycle toured the Oregon and California coast as well as developed a car free ride from NYC through the Delaware water gap and back to NYC. Now he works to keep the Cardiff store running smooth and catch a few waves.
Matteo Pistono leads bike packing trips and social rides for Patagonia Cardiff. A Wyoming native, Matteo has been riding on dirt since he started pedaling a bike and continues to seek out cycling adventures including endurance mountain bike races and multi-day bike packing trips. When he is not cycling, Matteo writes books about Buddhism and meditation.
For more information on gear, skill level and terrain please contact Patagonia Cardiff.
Frequently Asked Questions
When to meet? Meet at Patagonia Cardiff at 8:30 am on (DATE TO BE DETERMINED). Coffee and donuts will be available.
Do I need racks for my camp gear? Guests have the option to bike their camp gear or have it transported for you. To have it transported for you, please bring all camping gear to the Patagonia Cardiff store before the ride.
When do we return? We will return to Patagonia Cardiff around 3 pm on Sunday, Nov 9th.
Will my bike work for this bike packing event? Almost any geared bike that you can ride 40 miles will work—beach cruisers or fixies are not a good choice because of the hilly terrain. The route to Enjoy the Farm is mostly paved roads and bike paths with some packed dirt.
Is my skill level up for this? We will ride 4-5 hours and you will be challenged with some moderately difficult inclines. We will ride as a group with plenty of encouragement. This adventure is probably not ideal for first-time cyclists.
What gear should I bring? You will need basic cycling and camping gear. You can bike pack your gear or we can transport it there for you. After you sign up, we will send you our recommended gear list.
Do I need to bring food? You will be well fed with nutritious, vegetarian food! But, be sure to eat breakfast on Saturday morning before we roll out. And, bring a light snack with you in case you get hungry during the ride. All other meals will be supplied from our amazing team.
Who are the bike guides? Dave Hopkins and Matteo Pistono.
Dave Hopkins has worked with Patagonia for 11 years and started in NYC. He cycle toured the Oregon and California coast as well as developed a car free ride from NYC through the Delaware water gap and back to NYC. Now he works to keep the Cardiff store running smooth and catch a few waves.
Matteo Pistono leads bike packing trips and social rides for Patagonia Cardiff. A Wyoming native, Matteo has been riding on dirt since he started pedaling a bike and continues to seek out cycling adventures including endurance mountain bike races and multi-day bike packing trips. When he is not cycling, Matteo writes books about Buddhism and meditation.
For more information on gear, skill level and terrain please contact Patagonia Cardiff.