Fat Viking training camp
Monday 20th – Wednesday 22nd of January 2025
FAT VIKING training camp - introduction to winter riding and racing
-3-day course/ workshop with theory sessions and practical training
This is an introduction course for winter travel and fatbike races like the FAT VIKING (FV50, FV100, FV150)
The course includes indoor presentations/ workshops and a lot of outdoor training/ riding.
We go through the crucial gear choices, practice how to use the gear and train the skills that are needed for safe and efficient winter travel/ ultra endurance racing.
Our base is Vestlia Resort. Accommodation is not included in the course. Please book your own. Vestlia Resort offers a 10% discount Monday to Sunday.
Food is not included in the course either, but shops are not far and it's easy to buy your meals at Vestlia Resort's restaurant.
-Rent a fatbike, CLICK HERE.
During the course we will discuss, demonstrate and help you to make the following gear choices:
1: bikes (tires, pedals, grips, brakes, ...)
2: bikepacking bag systems, pannier racks, pogies
3: proper clothing & layering, emergency clothing, shoes, socks, gaiters, gloves, goggles, helmet, face-protection...
4: hydration systems (hydration bladder, thermos, wide neck bottle, pan + stove, ...)
5: lights, gps (batteries, dynamo hub, ...)
6: Food (what works in the cold, race nutrition)
7: emergency and repair items (fire, first aid, heat packs, tools, pump, inner tube, spares, ...)
You will learn and practice how to
- set up your bike and pack your gear
- manage moisture/ sweating while riding
- protect face, hands, feet
- hydrate and eat in the cold
- avoid hypothermia/ frostbite in an emergency situation
- choose the right tire pressure for varying surface conditions
- ride efficiently in changing snow conditions
- fix your bike out on the track
- get prepared for the FAT VIKING race
Preliminary layout of the program and more information see Geilo Aktiv website
Start: Monday 20th of January 2025
Duration: 3 days (Monday to Wednesday)
Age: adults only
The price includes: the course only. Accommodation and food is not included.
Meeting point: reception Vestlia Resort
Website: www.geilo-aktiv.com
Contact us: Tel. +47 99349341