The Details
Date/Time:
November 6th 2026 9:00 AM → November 8th 2026 5:00 PM
Days/Nights:
3 days/2 nights
Start/End Location:
Free Nelson Mandela Sign in Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GA → Anniston, AL (shuttle ride back to 97 Estoria restaurant in Cabbagetown, Atlanta GA)
Total Mileage:
110+ miles (Day 1: 46 miles; Day 2: 40 miles; Day 3: 35 miles)
Cost to Participate:
General Admission: $195
Type of Adventure:
Unsupported, group bikepacking with one night of camping and another night in an Airbnb on a paved trail.
Terrain:
The beginning out of Atlanta will be city riding with a mix of local paths, roads and potentially some singletrack. Once we get on trail, the rest of the way should be almost entirely paved and car free (albeit sharing with pedestrians and animals)
Difficulty:
Intermediate. While the terrain and elevation profile is largely easy to ride on (some technical skill required for the singletrack in the beginning), we will be biking for +/-5 hours each day on a well paved trail. Decent fitness is required for this trip- this is not a race, but with lunch, rest and refill stops planned along the way, a 10mph pace with all these stops included will result in about 7 hours of moving day.
Gear Required:
A full gear list and detailed itinerary will be emailed to all participants before the start of the event. You should expect to carry everything that you think you will need on your bike for this trip. That includes, but is not limited to, a fully functioning bike, a tent, biking clothes and camping clothes, food and water, spare bike parts and tools, etc..
If you would like to see everything I brought to New Zealand for a 3 month tour (different from bikepacking, but packing lists are similar) you can watch a full breakdown here https://youtu.be/g60vVx2L2i8?si=nXkYML5pjf_DU2Yz.
If you need a guide for what gear to buy, check out my list here https://livingbybike.org/bikepacking_gear_guide-2/
FAQ
What will our lodging be for this trip? Day 1 we will be camping at The Rock in Rockmart, GA. Day 2 we will be ___
How Do I Know If My Bikepacking Rig Will Work? I will send out a Google Forms that must be completed to ensure that your bikepacking rig is well suited for this trip. I know some people will be new to bikepacking, so I want everyone to have a basic guideline of what is expected to be in your setup!
Can I Rent a Bike/Gear? Short answer- no. This trip is dependent on you packing/bringing your own bike and gear. I will send out a gear/equipment list before departure to all registrants. I do have a limited bike/gear supply closet, so if there is something you need, I might be able to offer a bit of help!
Who Is This Trip Targeted For? Anyone can join, but this route is specifically suitable for beginner/intermediate cyclists/bikepackers, or people who simply want a bit of a chiller bikepacking trip, one with more downtime to enjoy the surroundings, but still some hours of pedaling to get a sweat going.
What Happens If It Rains? Unless there is torrential downpour and a gigantic storm looming, this event is rain or shine, so pack accordingly!
How Do I Get To/From The Event? You can take the Amtrak or fly into Atlanta GA to arrive the night before.
What is your refund policy? If you cancel your trip 5+ weeks before our departure date, then you will get a full refund. If you cancel between 3-5 weeks before our departure date, you will not get a refund (this is due to any registrations I must make for lodging, shuttles etc.). However, if you come on a different trip in the future, I will take the cost of what you paid for your cancelled trip off of the cost of the future trip. If you are a no show or cancel less than two weeks before departure date, you will not get a refund (unless special circumstances occur).