Cactus Bike High Elevation
Mountain Bike
Camp
Your Arizona Summer Mountain Bike Escape
Join us for a four day mountain bike adventure in the high country of Arizona. While the rest of the state is cooking in the heat of the Sonoran Desert we are out riding and enjoying the perfect setting in Pinetop, Arizona. At almost 7,000 feet in elevation we are so distant from the heat and stifling pollution of the valley that it is hard to believe we are only a three hour drive from Phoenix and Tucson. Pristine singletrack, beautiful weather, comfortable temperatures, and the fresh air provide an ideal stage for a four day mountain bike training camp. The camp will be led by Steve Vaughn and Joey Raymond with local guest coaches as well as a few surprise guests from around the state.
Schedule and Pricing
Session 1: July 22-25 Intermediate Skill Level
Session 2: August 19-22 Intermediate Skill Level
Intermediate Rider: You are a capable rider that rides regularly and has basic bike handling abilities. This program is geared toward your average Joe that loves to ride but feels like they could be getting more out of it. Whether
Price if you bring your own bike:
$300/person
- Includes 4 days of mountain bike adventure in the White Mountains of Arizona.
- 2 skilled coaches to help you reach new levels in your riding abilities.
- Day pass lift ticket at Sunrise for the downhill day
- All necessary transportation during the camp to and from the trails
- Bike maintenance classes each day to instruct guests on maintenance techniques as well as common repairs.
- Trail advocacy workshop with TRACS (the White Mountain Trails organization)
- 2 healthy meals will be provided each day along with nutrition coaching
- Stretching and general wellness focus to improve your personal health and ultimately lead to a healthier, happier trail experience
- All camp guests will receive 10% off any purchases made at the Cactus Bike Pinetop store during their stay.
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* Does not include lodging. There are tons of hotels, motels and cabins
within a mile of our shop at 713 E. White Mountain Blvd in Pinetop. If you don’t mind
rolling couch bum style,
contact us and we might be able to arrange a place to crash while you are up
here.
Price if you would like to use demo bikes: $400/person
- Includes premium all mountain trail bikes for trail riding (Giant Trance X or Equivalent)
- Includes Kona Stab Deluxe DH bikes and Kona Stinky Freeride bikes for the day of lift assisted downhill at Sunrise
Email Joey@Cactusbike.com or call my cell at 516-996-8412 to reserve your spot or if you have any questions. Limit of 8 guests per session so reserve today!
Four Day Game Plan
- This plan is based on a group of intermediate riders. In the future we hope to have a beginner program as well.
- Schedule is subject to change at any time. We are not in control of the weather or any other outside factors that might have an effect on our plans.
Thursday – Acclimation and Learning
- First day high elevation acclimation
- Rider orientation
o Get to know each other. Give some background information and what you are looking to get out of this camp.
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Bike setup workshop
o We make sure your setup is ideal for your size and style
o Basic suspension tuning will be provided by the coaches
- Bike maintenance workshop
o Routine bike maintenance techniques will be gone through
o Keep your bike running in tip top shape and save time and money in the long run
- TRACS Trail Workshop
o Members of the TRACS organization will hold a short workshop in the shop to explain basic trail rules and common courtesies. They will also explain the White Mountain trail system with a little bit of history and some great facts.
- Multiple mellow trail rides
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Warm up the muscles and break in the lungs with
a few mellow trail rides spread over the course of the day.
High
elevation can be dangerous if not
properly dealt with. We will not over do
it the first day.
- Start the stretching routine
o You will be introduced to the stretching routine that will be an integral part of the 4 day experience. Stay loose, ride loose, have more fun!
- Start the healthy diet routine
o 2 healthy meals will be provided each day, all others are the responsibility of the guests but we will give recommendations
o While attending the camp, the coaches will provide you with healthy eating tips for proper nutrition and recovery.
- Bike movies and beer
o End of the day, time to kick it with some bike movies and beer!
Friday – Trail Skills
- Second day taking it up a notch
- A day of trail riding
o We will ride a few trails with very different characteristics. We will touch on all the terrain types
- Learning the skills
o On these rides you will be coached on your riding. We will stop and session many of the sections of trail to allow riders to have a chance to learn how to better negotiate certain lines. You will be surprised how much it helps having a support group and trying the same thing over and over until you get it. You will leave a better rider from this…
- Stretching and eating healthy
o We will get more into the stretching and nutrition aspect. So much of this sport is mental, so we will also focus on your mental state while you are riding.
Saturday – Downhill Day
- Downhill day!
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We will take the group to Sunrnise Ski Resort
for a day of honing your downhill skills
- Split into multiple groups depending on skill level
o We will be teaching the riders how to negotiate downhill obstacles more efficiently and safely
o Some experience is necessary, but we will help you on whatever skills you need to work on
- Ride faster and safer with confidence
o Focusing on cornering, steep descents, and obstacle negotiation
- Lift ticket is included in the price of the camp
Sunday – Epic Ride
- Time to wrap it all up
- Sunday will consist of an epic ride!
o Depending on the group and the general feeling on that day we will pick from a laundry list of trails and connectors to put together an awesome epic ride!
o This will be a chance for you to use the skills that have been learned over the past few days and feel the improvement along with some pain, but only the good kind…
- Early start, reasonable end time
o We will start somewhat early so we can wrap it up and everyone can get home to their wives, girlfriends, friends and family at a reasonable hour. We realize you probably have to work on Monday and there is a 3 hour drive home so it will be concise.