Bikepacking Course
10,000km of bikepacking experience in 3 Days
Bikepacking Course
This 3 Day Bikepacking Course is where you will learn all the mechanical skills, camping tricks and packing tips for a successful and fun bikepacking adventure.
Led by an experienced guide, you will learn everything you need to start having your own bikepacking adventures.
We provide all of the bikepacking equipment, you just need to show up and get ready to start your bikepacking journey.
Bikepacking Course At A Glance
Duration
3-Days
(2x 1/2 day classroom)
Guide Ratio
Maximum 6-1
(Minimum 4 for guaranteed trip)
Fitness
Moderate
(approx 40km/day)
Bike Skills
Basic
(Grade 2 Trails / Gravel / 4x4 Track)
What's Included
Bikepacking Bags and Racks
A range of NZ Made Bikepacking Bags
Spare parts to practise your repairs on.
If you want to rent a bike we can put you in touch with local providers
Camping Equipment
2 Person Tents (single riders still get a 2 person tent)
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Cooking equipment (shared)
Food and Snacks
1x Dinner on overnight trip
1 Breakfast on overnight trip days
Plenty of snacks throughout
Experienced Guide
Mechanic
First Aid Qualified (PHEC)
PMBIA Certified Mountain Bike Instructor
Bikepacking Expert
What's included
We want to take care of all the logistics for you to make sure you are having the best time possible. Your job is just to show up, ask questions, ride and have a good time. Dietaries will be taken care of and fitting the rental bikes to your size (or BYOB) We have arranged everything else for you but any questions please get in touch.
*BYOB- Bring Your Own Bike,
What is included
A full range of NZ made Bikepacking Bags with a variety of setups, including racks if you want to try that.
Pre-trip info for what to bring and how to prepare including what spares to bring for BYOB.
A selection of different trails so there is something for everyone to enjoy.
1 night camping experience- at a backcountry camping spot.
2 x 1/2 day learning basic mechanic skills, packing tips, trip planning and food preparation.
What is not included
Bikes can be rented with local providers or Bring Your Own Bike (BYOB)
Evening Meal on the first day.
Packed lunch on day 1 and day 2.
Accomodation on the first night.
Dinner on the last day (we usually head to a pub for a debrief)
What You Will Learn
On Trail Bike Repairs
Overnight Camping Trip
Packing and Planning
Course Topics
A safe and enjoyable bikepacking trip requires preparation, technique and equipment. Our bikepacking course will help you develop your skills through planning, riding and camping. The aim of this course is that afterwards you can confidently go on your own bikepacking trip.
Course topics include:
2 x 1/2 days in the classroom learning the most common bike mechanical issues and how to fix them.
How to plan and pack for a bikepacking trip.
Equipment, what to bring and how to use it (you can also bring your own gear to try it out)
A full range of NZ made Bikepacking Bags with a variety of setups to try (bring your own gear is also an option)
Basic Riding Skills including hike-a-bike and riding efficiently with added weight.
Camping experience- a secluded backcountry camping spot.
Bike maintenance and trailside repairs and hacks.
Food preparation and Leave No Trace Principles.
A Real Bikepacking Experience
Great Trails
Amazing Scenery
A Taste for Adventure
What You Will Experience
Itinerary
Day 1-. Start with some introductions and then look at our bikes and the range of bikepacking bags available and how to pack them for a trip. In the afternoon we will have lunch then go out for a ride on our loaded bikes. Getting to know the feel of them with the added weight and making adjustments as we go. Approximately 30-40km mostly unpaved trail.
Day 2- We meet back in the classroom and dive right into basic bike mechanics. With a bunch of spares and a practise bike to get fully involved. Ask as many questions as you like, this is about building confidence and skills. Then we jump on the bikes and head to the trailhead for our overnight bikepacking trip. Trails will vary depending on weather but will all be easy riding (grade 2 single track, quiet gravel road or 4x4 track) We will stop often for snacks and chats and more snacks. This day is roughly around 35-40km of riding total. We set up camp and have dinner and a debrief of the day whilst enjoying the sunset.
Day 3-We have breakfast and ride back to the trailhead, again plenty of stopping for snacks and chats along the way. We can practise any skills along the way as well. This day is roughly around 35-40km of riding total. We finish the day at the local pub for a celebration for completing the trip.
The Goal
The aim of this course is to give you a taste of bikepacking in the most comfortable and fun way possible. Learn everything you can in a stress free, casual (and beautiful) environment.
At the end of the 3 days you should be ready to go for your own bikepacking adventure.
We’re currently taking bookings for 2024 but please get in touch for 2025
Private bookings available please email with enquiries.
Testimonials
Margo G.
I feel now I have all the knowledge to go out bikepacking. Lewis is a legend.
Kasia P.
Lewis was patient and answered all of our questions and the breakfast burritos were an unexpected treat. I feel I can go out and ride my own trip now.
Proudly Supporting Upcoming NZ Bikepacking Experts
Adventurefuel is stoked to partner with WORD (World Off-road Riding Department)!
This youth mountain bike charity was founded in 2013 with a mission to change the world one ride at a time.
They run life changing after school programmes, holiday camps, events, and bikepacking trips for young people 7-17 years old in Wellington, Wanaka, and Christchurch.
For every trip you go on with us at Adventurefuel, we'll donate 1% to this amazing charity to help more young people discover the power of adventure.
