Ah, the summer of 2020. We had so many plans for you and yet, here we are, stuck within the confines of our own apartments, cities and regional boundaries. But wait, that’s actually what Mappy Hour is all about: exploring locally and discovering that adventure is in the nooks and crannies of our neighborhoods, parks and states.
Enter: Summer of Bikepacking.
Starting next week, we’ll be doing a series of webinars all about bikepacking with an awesome line up of experienced bikepackers. We’re also working on an archive of tips, gear lists, and itineraries so it’s easy to find the information you need to go on your first trip.
Mappy Hour LIVE:
Join us for a virtual “LIVE” event to hear stories of bikepacking and learn about new skills and projects.
What is bikepacking?
Dedicated sources like Bikepacking.com (they have ALL the info if you really want to get into it) defines it as “the synthesis of mountain biking and minimalist camping”.
We’re defining it more broadly to be biking and camping.*
So whatever type of bike you have, bring it along!
Why bikepacking?
- Many of us don’t have personal vehicles and public transit is… challenging these days. Our hope is that biking can provide a vehicle for both transportation and adventure.
- As we discovered from our trip last year with 718 Cyclery – it doesn’t require a ton of new gear. Don’t have a tent? Try a hammock (bonus: it’s super lightweight!)
- It’s FUN!
What’s with all the beer?
As many of you know, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. has been supporting Mappy Hour since 2015. This is a brand that shows up when we ask and sends some delicious brews too.
Luckily for us, they want to make sure all of us are getting out there and camping this summer too so they’re supporting this entire bikepacking blowout! Stay tuned for updates and if you’re drinking a Sierra Nevada brew tag #mappyhour and #enjoyoutdoors so we can see and share.
What do you want to learn?
What skills do you want to learn? What types of stories do you want to hear?
Use code 36 06 20 to participate in our word cloud (Live version below!)
This closes 07/20.
*If you really want to get into it, this definition also aligns with biketouring, however, since we’re focusing on the camping aspect as much as the biking, we are using the term bikepacking. If you vehemently disagree, email us with why at mappyhour@outdoorfest.com.
