Oakridge Singletrack Bike Trip - 5 Day Guided Mountain Bike Trip

DAY 1

After an hour shuttle from Eugene we’ll arrive in Oakridge. We will begin with a shuttle to Indigo Springs and gear up for our first ride on the Middle Fork Trail. The Middle Fork is a classic Pacific Northwest river trail that has enough pedaling, roots, rocks and creek crossings to get our bikes dialed in and get warmed up for the big week ahead. Our lovely camp is situated within an oldgrowth forest on a terrace above the Middle Fork of the Willamette River. Swimming anyone? TOTAL MILEAGE: 10 miles

DAY 2

After a hearty breakfast we’ll pack up camp and get ready to ride another Oakridge classic, Young’s Rock Trail and Moon Point. This trail has a bit of everything - from tight and technical to wide open and smooth. Our camp for the next three nights is the beautiful Packard Creek Campground on the western side of Hills Creek Reservoir. This friendly destination offers a picturesque setting among tall trees, with views of the lake beyond. More swimming! TOTAL MILEAGE: 19 miles

DAY 3

Today’s ride is a guide favorite! You will be riding the Dead Mountain trail which has fun flowing descents through old-growth forest and some technical sections that make for such a great ride. Our morning ride will end with lunch in Oakridge at Greenriver park to fuel us for our afternoon ride. After lunch, we will be riding the Larison Rock Trail which delivers more PNW goodness. This day is awesome! TOTAL MILEAGE: 13 miles

DAY 4

The famous Alpine Trail is synonymous with Oakridge and that will be our main event today. While less than 15 miles, it will challenge us with close to 2,000 feet of climbing and nearly 5000 feet of downhill! Fast and smooth with just enough exposure to keep you in check, your cheeks will hurt from all the smiling when you finish this one! TOTAL MILEAGE: 17 miles

DAY 5

On our final day we’ll pack up camp shuttle to the top of the Lawler trail. Our reward is a ride that is both thrilling and beautiful! We’ll experience the classic big forest with giant moss covered trees and technical singletrack that contours along the steep terrain. We’ll enjoy a final lunch together before hitting the road back to Eugene. TOTAL MILEAGE: 12 miles

Be sure to bring everything on this list. We have carefully developed this list to ensure your comfort on the tour regardless of the weather. If you are prepared for extreme weather, it is an adventure. If you are not prepared it can be a serious problem.We recommend the layering system, including a wicking or long underwear layer, an insulating layer and a weather barrier for wind and rain. This list reflects that philosophy. Weather in the mountains can be unpredictable so be sure to bring all the warm clothing and rain gear listed!

HOW TO PACK: The bulk of your gear and clothing will ride in the Western Spirit support vehicle (preferably in a large duffle bag) and will not be accessible during the day.

For this trip, you will need a riding pack and optional day bag:

Your riding pack may be a hydration pack, but needs to carry 2-3 liters of water, rain gear, other warm clothing, and food for the day. You may be away from camp and the support vehicle all day and need to be self-sufficient.

A small day bag is optional and may be used to store things you’d rather not ride with, but would like to have access to during the day. This day-pack will remain with the support vehicle and may not be accessible, depending on the day.

WHAT WE PROVIDE: ✓ meals, snacks, water, electrolyte drinks, non-alcoholic drinks ✓ camp mugs, all kitchen and dining ware ✓ 1 cycling water bottle ✓ camp chairs ✓ solar showers ✓ sunscreen & bug spray ✓ bike stand and lube ✓ guides bring their own tools ✓ first aid kit with basic medications

BRINGING OR RENTING

• Bike (Our rentals come with flat pedals. You are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.)
• Helmet (gratis w/rental bike)
• Tent
• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping pad

CYCLING CLOTHING

• cycling shoes
• 3 - 5 pair cycling shorts
• 3 - 5 cycling shirts
• long sleeve cycling shirt
• long sleeve cotton shirt or solar sleeves
• cycling socks
• windbreaker
• tights or leg warmers
• 2 pair cycling gloves (1 pair full length for warmth)
• rain jacket (Gore-Tex or similar)
• rain pants (Gore-Tex or similar)
• warm layer (lightweight synthetic puffy jacket or long sleeve fleece shirt)
• sunglasses or other eye protection

CAMP CLOTHING

• camp shorts
• shirts
• warm socks
• long underwear, top and bottom (wicking layer, not cotton)
• 2 pair warm long pants
• long sleeve fleece or sweater
• pile or down jacket (insulating layer)
• warm gloves and hat
• brimmed hat or visor
• bathing suit (for solar showers on the trip and at the hotel before/after your trip)
• hiking shoes
• sandals
• rain gear to wear in camp

PERSONAL

• toiletries
• medication (daily and emergency)
• towel
• biodegradable soap
• wet-wipes
• flashlight or headlamp (with extra batteries)
• sunglasses
• optional day bag
• stuff sacks or reusable grocery bags (or separate compartments for your dry bag
• cash for tipping guides: your guides work as a team and share all of their gratuities. A tip of 10-20% of the price of your trip given to either one of your guides when you return to civilization is a great way to say thanks for a job well done.

OPTIONAL

• camera, extra batteries
• binoculars
• alcoholic or any of your favorite beverages (your guides will pack these)
• books or maps
• we encourage you to turn your devices off, but if you cannot, please bring a way to charge them. We recommend a portable USB charger with 1-2 charges. Also, putting your phone on airplane mode to save power is recommended.

Driving Eugene is located 110 miles south of Portland on Interstate 5. If you need to leave a car behind while you are on your trip, there is parking available at the hotel where we will be meeting.

Flying into Eugene Airport Code: EUG

Flying into Portland, OR Airport Code: PDX

There are two options for getting from Portland to Eugene:

1. Take a shuttle with Oregon Express Shuttle.
2. Rent a car in Portland and park it at the hotel.

It is a good idea to book your rooms in advance; here are a few recommendations:

Holiday Inn Express Eugene

919 Kruse Way, Springfield, OR, 97477

Western Spirit is proud to partner with Holiday Inn Express in Eugene. Call the front desk 541-284-0707 or the Sales Coordinator 541-284-0714 for your discounted rate, mentioning you are a Western Spirit guest, using the special rate code: IDC10.

Courtyard by Marriott 541-726-2121 Comfort Suites 541-790-2394

TAXI SERVICE Eugene Hybrid Taxi Cabs: 541-357-8294 Emerald City Taxi: 541-321-6447