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CRESTED BUTTE

Crested Butte Adventure Trip

5-days of epic rides, wildflowers, and adventure for athletes in 5th grade and up.

 

Crested Butte is a mecca for mountain biking and athletes will get to explore the singletrack famous for scenic views, challenging climbs, fast, flowy descents, and epic wildflowers. During the trip, SMBA coaches will guide athletes up rugged mountains, glide through fields of wildflowers, and weave in and out of aspens on Crested Butte’s renowned epic singletrack.

 

Athletes will experience team camaraderie and epic rides, camp under the stars, and of course, make fireside S’mores.

 

Our adventure trips are geared towards athletes with solid, intermediate or higher mountain bike skills who want to get into the backcountry and explore new trails outside of their regular riding area.

 

Each trip builds character; and athletes learn navigation skills, teamwork and camping skills, and dial in some riding skills. 

 

Program fees include the following: van transportation to and from the destination and trails, campground fees, meals and snacks at the campsite, and coaching throughout the week.

 

(Program fees do not include lift tickets or additional food, snack, equipment, or souvenir purchases during the trip; we suggest athletes bring some spending cash for any of these purchases).

 

  • 2024 Dates:  August 5th – 9th
  • Pricing: Early Bird (Before July 1st): $805  Regular Season Pricing: $850

Equipment, Bike, and Minimum Age Requirements:

  • Athletes must be in at least 5th grade at the time of the trip and have previously participated in SMBA Team or Camp rides; or have mountain biking experience on intermediate to advanced singletrack trails.  There are no beginner ride options on this trip. 
  • Athletes must be comfortable camping in rustic conditions with other SMBA athletes and coaches away from home for multiple days in an area with limited cell phone coverage. Athletes must also be responsible enough to clean up after themselves, help with campsite cooking /clean-up, and keep track of and maintain their personal belongings for the duration of the trip.  
  • Athletes must bring a reliable, safely fitting mountain bike in good working condition with tires, brakes, and gearing appropriate for rugged singletrack trails and steep terrain. We recommend bikes with at least 26” wheels and working suspension (either front or full suspension). Athletes must also have a well-fitting helmet in good, safe condition (no cracks, compressed foam, broken straps, delamination, etc.), and a hydration pack capable of carrying the following items during full day rides: 100oz water, food/snacks for the ride, handpump, tube/patch kit, multi-tool, and rain jacket.
  • Athletes must bring necessary camping equipment including: a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, mess-kit, toiletries, and appropriate post-ride clothing. A detailed camp checklist will be sent out to registered participants a week or two before the camp. 
  • Athletes are expected to come prepared for camping and riding adventures in the backcountry! This means showing up with a positive attitude, helping teammates and coaches with campsite meals and campsite clean-up, being flexible with unexpected camping/ride challenges, bringing proper tools to fix a flat or make minor trailside adjustments and repairs, having proper clothing for weather and unexpected weather changes, and proper safety equipment (e.g., helmet, gloves, and sunglasses).

For additional information or questions contact heather@lertprograms.com


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