You guys, last month I did something I’ve never done before. I went fat biking just outside of Whitefish, Montana. And it was awesome. If you’ve never heard of fat biking, not a worry! It’s basically just riding a normal bike, except one with over-sized tires and wider rims that make it easier to navigate softer terrain, like snow.

Hello handsome.
My handsome fat bike.

For this adventure, I headed out to Whitefish Bike Retreat with some friends of mine where we had the chance to check out the retreat, get fitted for our bikes and be sure we were properly bundled for biking outside. This was my first time to Whitefish Bike Retreat and I have to tell you, I was impressed!

The bunk lodge at Whitefish Bike Retreat.
The bunk lodge at Whitefish Bike Retreat.

Located adjacent to The Whitefish Trail, the retreat offers access to nearby trails, as well as on-site lodging that includes a bunk lodge with private rooms and bunk rooms (where you share a room with someone else), as well as a kitchen, bathroom and living room. Take a look.
Sidenote: in the summer, Whitefish Bike Retreat also offers camping

The retreat is located in a beautiful forested area a short drive from downtown Whitefish.
The retreat is located in a beautiful forested area a short drive from downtown Whitefish.
One of the bunk rooms.
One of the bunk rooms.
One of the private rooms.
One of the private rooms.
I LOVED how Cricket, the owner, decorated the space.
I LOVED how Cricket, the owner, decorated the space.
A cozy reading corner.
Bikes were incorporated into all elements of the bunk lodge. 

After getting acquainted with the space at Whitefish Bike Retreat, we headed out to the Beaver Lakes Trailhead to take our fat bikes for a spin.

My bike at the trailhead.
My bike at the trailhead.
Our gang of biker babes.
Our gang of biker babes.
Biking the trail.
Biking the trail.
Making our way up the road.
Making our way up the road.
Happy bikers.
Happy bikers.

If you want to fat bike in Western Montana, here’s a few things to note:
Whitefish and Missoula are two of the best destinations for fat biking in Glacier Country.
-While you can bring your own bike, you can also rent a fat bike from Glacier Cyclery in Whitefish, Montana, for $45/day.
-If you’re an avid mountain biker, I’d recommend staying at Whitefish Bike Retreat, especially if you’re traveling with friends.

Happy (fat) biking…here’s to seeing you on the trail!

xo,
TT

February 22, 2016

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Comments

karen
That looks so fun!! I really hope I get to ride the trails one day. I visit my Mom in Whitefish once a year, but have never really ventured up in the trails. I stay on the paved path :) There is a foot race held on that trail in Oct. and I keep hoping I can run it one year :) That is a pretty reasonable rate for a day rental.

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