unPAved Adventures
In the spirit of adventure this august you can ride the unPAved region at a more casual pace. There will be two options to get out on your bike, put the every day world aside, meet new friends, make some memories. We hope you will join us for a weekend.
UNPAVED BIG LICK BIKE PACKING ADVENTURE
AUGUST 9-12
This 4-day, 3-night bike packing camp will break down the new Big Lick 200 course into 4 days. This is a great opportunity to try bike packing 101-style. We will carry your food, you carry your gear.
We will begin and end the trip at the Rusty Rail Brewery in Mifflinburg
- Each day will be between 40 and 60 miles
- Two nights we will stop at State Park Campgrounds
- Two nights we will stop at remote camps
Schedule
Friday
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- 9:00 am -10 am Check in at Rusty Rail and drop equipment
- 10:00-10:30 Introductions and Orientation
- 10:45 Roll out for the Ride
- 5:00 Arrive at Camp and set up
- 6:30 Dinner
- 9 :00 Quiet Hours
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Saturday
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- 8:00 am – Coffee & Breakfast
- 9:00 Roll Out
- 4:00-5:00 Set Up Camp
- 6:00 Dinner
- 9: 00 Quiet Hours
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Sunday
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- 8:00 am – Coffee & Breakfast
- 9:00 Roll Out
- 4:00-5:00 Set Up Camp
- 6:00 Dinner
- 9: 00 Quiet Hours
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Monday
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- 7:00 a.m. Coffee and Breakfast
- 8:00 am – Roll Out
- Noon – Return to Rusty Rail. Optional Post Event Lunch and Beer
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- NOTE: there will be multiple stops during the day for snacks, photos, and chatting. We will stick together and the breaks will be spontaneous. It’s all part of the adventure.
- NOTE: the route will occasionally go near a town or store. These will be opportunities to get some “real food”.
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What's Included
Tour includes:
- Lodging
- 3 nights’ accommodations at a campground or Camp Cabin
- Personal Food transported to your camp each day
- Tent or Hammock transport
- Cooking Gear transported for use in Preparing meals, including fuel
- Firewood
- Food & Drink
- Breakfasts: coffee, tea and hot chocolate
- Staff
- Expert Local Guides
- Complete the Route with GPS through the Bald Eagle Forest
- Complete bike-packing supply list and set up instructions
- Mobile Support and Mechanic
- Swag
- UnPaved Socks and Fenders
What to Bring
A complete list of recommended bike packing gear will be emailed with your entry.
Plan to carry your water and food for the day, change of clothes, and sleeping gear. We will carry the rest.
Route
The exact route will be provided to participants upon registration. The exact route may differ from the Big Lick 200 to connect with camping spots.
Expect to ride between 40 and 60 miles and approximately 4000 -5000 ft of climbing each day.
Lodging
We will be staying a three different state parks during this tour. Each park has showers, bathrooms, and amazing scenery.
Pricing
4 Day Bike Packing Adventure
- $475
- Fee is non-refundable, but transferable within 10 days of the Camp
Add-on’s
- Early Bird Entry Pricing to unPAved $140
- Official unPAved Kit $200
- Optional Lunch at Rusty Rail ( 1 beer included) $25
UNPAVED 3 DAY SLUMBER PARTY ADVENTURE
AUGUST 16-18
This 3-day two-night camp will break down the full unPAved course into 3 easy-to-manage sections.
We will begin and end the trip at the Rusty Rail Brewery in Mifflinburg
- Day One: Conquer the Jones Mountain Climb as you make your way to RB Winter State park.
- Day Two: Enjoy the best 30-mile loop around. We call it the Burly 30, cause it may sound short, but it is no picnic in the park.
- Day Three: Roll Back to the Brewery using either the 90 finish or the 120 finish for a big final day
Or…join us for a day. Meet at RB Winter and get an abbreviated training camp.
Schedule
Friday
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- 12:30pm -1:30pm Check in at Rusty Rail and drop equipment
- 1:30-2:00 Introductions and Orientation
- 2:00 Roll out for the Ride
- 5:00 Arrive at Camp and set up
- 6:30 Dinner
- 9 :00 Quiet Hours
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Saturday
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- 8 am – Coffee is on
- 8:30-9:30 Breakfast
- 10:00 Roll Out
- 12:00 -1:00 Break for lunch at a Vista
- 1:00-4:00 Roll Out for the second half of the ride
- 4:00-6:00 Free time
- 6:00 Dinner
- 9: 00 Quiet Hours
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Sunday
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- 7:00 Am Coffee is Served
- 7:30-8:00 Breakfast
- 8:00 am – Roll Out
- 12:30 – return to Rusty Rail. Optional Sunday Bruch Served.
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What's included
Full Camp includes:
- Lodging
- 2 nights, same campsite
- Camping gear transported to your camp
- Cooking Gear for use in Preparing meals
- Firewood
- Food & Drink
- Breakfasts: 2
- Lunches: 1
- On Bike Nutrition & Hydration
- Staff
- Expert Local Guides
- Mobile Support and Mechanic
- Swag
- Something to remember the weekend
One Day Camp Includes:
- Food & Drink
- Breakfasts: 1
- Lunch 1
- On Bike Nutrition & Hydration
- Staff
- Expert Local Guides
- Mobile Support and Mechanic
What to Bring
Suggested Supply List
- Gravel Bike in working order with tubeless tires
- Cycling Computer
- Minimum of two liter water bottles
- Spare tubes
- Change of clothes for two nights
- Tent
- Sleeping bag and pad
- Lamp/Light for night
- Camp Chair ( does not need to fit in tote)
- Food to cook for Dinner ( 2 nights)
- Special on Bike Nutrition
We will transport 1 box or bag per participant.
- They must be secured with a strap and labeled with your bib name, last name, and assigned campsite.
- You must deliver your bag to the Slumber Party Trailer at the Miller Center between 9 am and noon.
- Your bag will arrive by 2:30 to your campsite
- On Sunday you must drop your bag/box to the designated collection site ( 1) by 9 am.
- You bag will arrive back to the Miller Center by 1 PM
- You may drop a tote no larger than 27 GAL. ( 28×15) with a hard top
- or a sports Duffle 28 x 17
Route
Day 1 – 25 Miles Rusty Rail Brewery to RB Winter State Park
Day 2- 30 Miles – Burly 30 Loop
Day 3 –
- Option 1 -60 Mile on the 120 Course to Rusty rail
- Option 2 – 40 Miles on the 90 Alt Course to Rusty rail
See Full Route :https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41846835
Lodging
CAMP LODGING AT RB WINTER
RB Winter State Park, nestled tight in the northeast corner of the Bald Eagle State Forest, just off of State Rte. 192. We have reserved 18 campsites that hold 5 people each. Facilities include hot showers, hiking trail, telephone, restrooms, trash, water, electricity, tables, and shade.
You will share a campsite with 4 other CAMPERS. Cause it’s fun to make friends.
LODGING IN MIFFLINBURG
Looking for a place to stay before and after the camp? Check out these local options.
Pricing
3 Day Camp Fee
- $300
- Fee is non-refundable, but transferable within 10 days of the Camp
Add-on’s
- Early Bird Entry Pricing to unPAved $140
- Official unPAved Kit $200
- Optional Sunday Brunch at Rusty Rail ( 1 beer included) $25
1 Day Camp Fee
- $100 -join us for Saturday Only
- Fee is non-refundable, but transferable within 10 days of the Camp