Explore New Mexico by bike over 5 days of spectacular MTB

New Mexico Rockies Singletrack

Duration
5 days
From
$1,516 USD
1 Review

New Mexico: a cyclist’s land of enchantment. Tucked way back into the broad in the shoulder New Mexico Rockies looms a mountain biker’s paradise, as exalted as a Buddhist monastery in The Himalayas. Still largely undiscovered in an all-knowing data age, some of the best trails in all the western hemisphere are also some of the least frequented, by virtue of their enviable isolation. Get ready to be floored by a mountain bike journey through New Mexico’s highest range country, more than 10,000-feet (3048m) above sea level. Be one of the very few to drift over these majestic High Plains, past the heritage sites and redoubts of Aztec, Zuni and 1400-year old Pueblo culture, the archeological epicenter of the Southwest.

  • Category
    Mountain Biking
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    5 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    3 - Intermediate
  • Activity Level
    3 - Active
  • Elevation
    3 - Intermediate
  • Terrain
    Rugged
  • Distance
    63.4 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    12.4 miles
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  • Where does the tour start and end?

    The tour starts at 930am at the Inn of the Alameda, Santa Fe. You can take advantage of a shuttle ride (extra cost - please see add ons) from Albuquerque to Santa Fe. The shuttle will leave from Sheraton Airport Hotel in Albuquerque, NM, at 8am on the first day of the tour.

    The tour ends in the afternoon on the last day back in Santa Fe. If you have paid for the shuttle transfer then you will be taken back to Albuquerque.

    Fly in/out of Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ).




  • How long is the tour? How many days cycling?

    The tour is 5 days long with 5 days of cycling.

  • Can you tell me about the food on tour?

    Food is a big part of the experience. The guides prepare all of your meals on the camping trip. Expect three delicious meals a day consisting entirely of freshly prepared foods. These include fresh organic fruits and vegetables as well as meats. There will also be energy snacks aboard the support vehicles. Don’t be surprised if your guides purchase fresh fruits and healthy snacks throughout the day while you are out riding. They may just show up on the trail with a local treat!

    Many guests are vegans or vegetarians, whom the tour operator is more than happy to accommodate. If you have special diet requirements or limitations, just let us know when you sign-up and the tour operator will work with you to meet your needs.

  • Do I need to bring my own camping gear?

    Camping gear may be rented or you may bring your own. The tour operator's camp gear package includes a three-man tent with ground tarp, sleeping bag, bag liner, full size pillow, raised cot and self-inflating ground pad.

  • Are there any limits on what I should bring?

    Luggage is limited to one small soft-shelled suitcase or medium/large sized duffel bag (no heavier than 40 pounds). Please ensure your luggage container is water repellant. The tour operator also suggests bringing a hydration daypack or small backpack for valuables.

  • How should I prepare for the trip?

    For optimal physical preparation, the tour operator recommends that you ride at least several hours per week during the month preceding the tour. During the tour, you will be on your bike every day, and they can assure you that an unprepared bottom is a sore one! If you can’t ride your bike or don’t own one, take a spin class at your local gym a few times a week.


  • What is the operator's environmental stance?

    They don’t just preach environmental awareness, they live it. The tour operator recycles 90% of our waste and run their LEED Platinum facilities with solar and wind power. Additionally, their facilities are net-zero energy (they produce more energy than is consumed) which makes them the only commercial outfitter in the world who is net positive energy.

  • What's the tour like?

    The tour is classified as active with a Fitness Level: 3-5 and Technical Level: 3-5 Biking. The tour is suitable for solo riders, couples & friends.

  • Are bikes available to hire?

    Yes. Make your trip as comfortable as possible on the body, as simple as possible for traveling, and hassle-free on tour. By choosing to rent a bike, the tour operator will fit you with the newest, highest quality gear in the industry.

    The tour operator provides only high-end bicycles from Santa Cruz and Specialized. They replace their rental fleet each season to ensure all rentals meet their high standards. All of the mountain bikes are equipped with full suspension frames and disc brakes designed for a smooth, comfortable ride.

Overall Rating:
5.0/5
Terry J
(Review obtained from Trip Advisor)

This trip is for cyclist who want to ride not spending time being shuttled from location to location. Rides were beautiful, the food excellent and the camping experience was the best. I forgot how wonderful it is to sit around a campfire after cycling most of the day and talking about everyones experience. No ride is the same for any two people.