Whether you are looking to set the record or complete the route within the time cut-off, this workshop accommodates all goals and styles of riders.

At this workshop, we will learn and discuss the many aspects of “life on the divide.” Preparing for a 2800-mile race is no easy task. The things riders encounter are typically unforeseen, what they envision often differs from reality, and online information can be misleading. As we discuss scenarios, logistics, simulate practices, and further dial in all the details of the bike set-up, we aim to help you with the reality of the Tour Divide. By attending this workshop, the rider will gain confidence, learn strategies to consider, and valuable route knowledge to help “set you up for success!”

With the timing of this workshop, consider it the final  “shake out” ride with just a few more things to do before the Grand Depart! This is not necessarily a “riding” training camp where the focus will be on logging big miles each day, although on two of those days, we will spend the day on the bike. The focus is on educating and preparing the rider while answering all the questions one might have.

Location: Victor, ID – The BikeTender Studio (30 miles from the Tour Divide Route)

Topics covered and discussed:

• Gear choices – “kit” 
• Bike set-up and packing 
• Strategies for moving efficiently 
• Navigation
• Night riding
• Sleep
• Resupply – water and food
• Best bivy practices
• Mindset and goal setting
• Go over the route in detail from Banff (start) to Antelope Wells (finish)

General Itinerary:

Day 1 – “Theory”, Indoors most of the day with a short shake-out ride at the end of the day. Sleep at your accommodation.  

Day 2 – “Practice”, Ride to destination, and sleep under the stars.

Day 3 – “Practice”, Ride to destination, and sleep under the stars.

Day 4 – “Practice and Theory” Ride back to the BikeTender Studio and go over the route.

*With the different goals, abilities, comfort levels, and needs of each individual, there will be varying information delivered tailored to each, but as a group. This brings even more insight to the attendees, as they can hear many different ways to approach and do the Tour Divide.

Included:

• Professional instruction from experienced experts in bikepacking, ultra racing, and the Tour Divide
• 4 hearty meals (Day 1 lunch and dinner, Day 2 breakfast, Day 4 brunch)
• Snacks, drinks, coffee
• Vehicle support for mechanical backup, rider advancement, and emergency purposes
• An experience that will further your bikepack knowledge and confidence, ultimately helping you with your Tour Divide Journey.
• A 30-minute call before the workshop to better understand the individual’s goals, experience, and abilities.

Not included: 

• First night’s stay

Guides:

JayP – Jay has over 20 years of bikepack experience and over 50 ultra races under his belt. He has raced the Tour Divide 8 times while winning and setting the no-longer record along the way. He has left with the Grand Depart and done Individual Time trials. Jay has also toured sections of the route. He has consulted with many individuals as they prepared for the Tour Divide. Jay’s history, experience, understanding of the route, and the many different ways to approach doing it are profound.

Jacob is Jay’s protégé. He has traveled the world, participating in many of the most challenging bikepacking races, including the Tour Divide in 2025. 

Tracey – Tracey will be helping with logistics and providing the meals. Tracey has also traveled the world bikepacking for 15+ years and has completed the Tour Divide 1st on a tandem with husband JayP and then solo. 

Limited to 6 riders to be able to give each person the information and attention the best we can, as if it were a one-on-one experience. 

A more detailed itinerary will be emailed to you upon signing up.

Cost: $1500

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