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Kernville Fat Tire Festival

Fat Tire SponsorsKernville Shuttle-Fest 2013
October 2013

We are still developing our plan for Shuttle Fest 2013. We thank you for your patience!

The town of Kernville uses the Sequoia National Forest for a playground, come play with us!

Call us directly at (800) 861-6553 to reserve your camp site.

For event information and schedules download the Fat Tire Festival Brochure below. If registering online does not work for you, see below for mail-in registration form.

Fat Tire Festival Brochure
Event information, ride times and mailable registration form.
Fat Tire Festival Registration Form
Mailable registration form.
 

Trail Ride Descriptions


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Trail Ride Descriptions

Forest 90 Fireroad (Beginner), Alta Sierra Shuttle.
Out and back on 9 mile loop, or can be a 20 mile loop. Rolling dirt road, great views, 6100’-7200’ elevation. Then an additional twelve mile final decent to the valley floor. Ride finishes with an eight mile ride back to MRA Campground on pavement. Three to six hour ride.

Greenhorn Summit Loop (Beginner), Alta Sierra Shuttle.
25-30 miles of dirt roads. Start at 6,900 feet elevation. Two to three loops at 6,000 feet. Views, climbs, descents. Final descent is twelve miles to the valley floor. Ride finishes with an eight mile ride back to MRA Campground on pavement. Three to four hour ride.

Alta Sierra (Intermediate to Advanced)
20-25 miles of dirt roads & single track. Challenge “Just Outstanding” and leap into “Whoop-ty Do”! Forest, chaparral, dirt and sand. Final descent is twelve miles to the valley floor. Three to four hour ride.

Portugese Pass Trail (Intermediate), Alta Sierra Shuttle.
Seven miles out on dirt road and then back seven miles on single track. Mid-range climb and awesome views. Final descent is twelve miles to the valley floor. Ride finishes with an eight mile ride back to MRA Campground on pavement. Three to five hour ride.

Cannell Trail (Intermediate/Advanced)
Top Section of Cannell Trail. Start at 9200 feet. Ride extra eight mile single track to Big Meadow. Four to seven hour ride.

Kern Canyon Trail (Advanced)
22 miles, mostly near the Kern River. Single track, climbs, and descents.
Shuttle pick-up is at Delonegha Bridge at approximately 2:00 p.m. Three to five hour ride.


Good info to remember:

  • First to sign up, first to receive guaranteed shuttle -
  • Pick-up event packet at MRA Campground (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Only)
  • Weather is unpredictable! Be ready for rain, shine or snow!
  • Elevation ranges from 2,650' to 9,000'. Be ready to ride and make sure your bike is checked over.
  • Ride and event schedules are subject to change - check with MRA Registration.
  • Caravan shuttle for some rides.
  • Be at ride departure location 30 minutes early for loading.
  • Bikes can get scratched when being shuttled.
  • NO WHINING! Just Ride! Enjoy!

Confirmation by email only. NO confirmation packets will be mailed. Reservations accepted online or with your check. Call us for camping reservations.

Shuttle Info:
Sign up early! Shuttles are extremely limited. If you have a van or multi-passenger vehicle that can be used as a shuttle vehicle, we will provide a driver and return your vehicle back to MRA Campground parking lot. Thanks for the help!

Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel, for any reason, less than 30 days prior to your trip date, you are not eligible for a refund or store credit. Written cancellation notice received by our office more than 30 days prior to the trip date will result in a refund of your deposit paid less a $15 per person processing fee. If you must cancel at the last minute, try to find a friend to take your place.
1-Day Package (Any One Day) $
Professionally Guided Rides, Bike Rodeo, Quad-Buster Hill Climb (if applicable), Event T-Shirt, Event Badge, Goody Bag
1 DAY
Choose Day:
Choose Ride:
Choose Shirt Size:
Guest Name/Shirt Size
NonRider Guest Name/Shirt Size


Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel, for any reason, less than 30 days prior to your trip date, you are not eligible for a refund or store credit. Written cancellation notice received by our office more than 30 days prior to the trip date will result in a refund of your deposit paid less a $15 per person processing fee. If you must cancel at the last minute, try to find a friend to take your place.

2-Day Package (Saturday and Sunday Only) $
Professionally guided rides, Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, Event T-Shirt, Event Badge

2 DAY
Choose Saturday Ride:
Choose Sunday Ride:
Choose Shirt Size:
Guest Name/Shirt Size
NonRider Guest Name/Shirt Size


Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel, for any reason, less than 30 days prior to your trip date, you are not eligible for a refund or store credit. Written cancellation notice received by our office more than 30 days prior to the trip date will result in a refund of your deposit paid less a $15 per person processing fee. If you must cancel at the last minute, try to find a friend to take your place.
3-Day Package (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) $
Professionally guided rides, Bike Rodeo, Quad-Buster Hill Climb (if applicable), Pizza Factory Dinner on Friday, Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, Event T-Shirt, Event Badge
3 DAY
Choose Friday Ride:
Choose Saturday Ride:
Choose Sunday Ride:
Choose Shirt Size:
Guest Name/Shirt Size
NonRider Guest Name/Shirt Size

Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel, for any reason, less than 30 days prior to your trip date, you are not eligible for a refund or store credit. Written cancellation notice received by our office more than 30 days prior to the trip date will result in a refund of your deposit paid less a $15 per person processing fee. If you must cancel at the last minute, try to find a friend to take your place.
Non Rider Pass (1 Day, 2 Day or 3 Day)
Goody Bag, Events, T-Shirt, Pizza (Friday Only), Breakfast (Sunday Only)
Choose Number of Days:
Choose Shirt Size:

Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel, for any reason, less than 30 days prior to your trip date, you are not eligible for a refund or store credit. Written cancellation notice received by our office more than 30 days prior to the trip date will result in a refund of your deposit paid less a $15 per person processing fee. If you must cancel at the last minute, try to find a friend to take your place.
Friday Night Pizza Party and/or Sunday Breakfast $5
If you’re not registered for Friday/Sunday rides, you may still purchase a pass to join us for Pizza (Friday) and/or Breakfast (Sunday).
Choose Pizza or Breakfast:

Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel, for any reason, less than 30 days prior to your trip date, you are not eligible for a refund or store credit. Written cancellation notice received by our office more than 30 days prior to the trip date will result in a refund of your deposit paid less a $15 per person processing fee. If you must cancel at the last minute, try to find a friend to take your place.

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