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We’ll help create a trip with the routes
that are right for your level of fitness, cycling experience
and interests. We
match our routes to three broad riding styles: Beginner,
Intermediate and Challenge. Of course, you can mix and
match; enjoying a challenging ride in the mountains one day
and an easy cruise around the wineries the next.
Learn more about our bike routes
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 In
each town, we have several inns and hotels that we recommend;
from charming B&Bs to luxury hotels. We
only use lodgings that regularly get got strong feedback
from our guests. Since you’ve been riding
all day, all our accommodations are an easy walk to the
center of town or have a restaurant on the property.
Accommodations are graded to
help you choose the ones that represent what you value – whether
your ideal is a simple-and-clean place to crash or a full
service resort & spa.
Learn more about some of our favorite places to stay
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Pricing
The following table shows how prices vary according
to duration and style of accommodation. However, many guests
choose to mix things up—staying in simpler accommodation
one night and then indulging in a little luxury the next.
Package |
Clean & Simple |
Charming B&B |
Boutique Hotel |
3 Day / 2 Nights |
$1,030 |
$1,170 |
$1,370 |
6 Days / 5 Nights |
$1,680 |
$1,950 |
$2,420 |
8 Days / 7 Nights |
$2,050 |
$2,450 |
$3,090 |
All prices quoted are per person for two
people sharing accommodation.
We also arrange trips
for guests staying at exceptional luxury resorts such as
the Meadowood and Auberge du Soleil. Please
ask for an individual quote for the pricing associated with
these lodgings.
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Guidebooks & Maps
 Our famous guidebooks are written specifically
for the pace and intimacy with which cyclists travel. As
well as detailed maps and mile-by-mile directions, the guidebooks
include our favorite wineries, great places to
eat and heaps of other practical information.
Use
the following link to see
samples of:
Daily Summaries
Mile-by-mile Directions
Maps and Map Key
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Our Bikes
We have three styles of bicycle:
Hybrids
A cross between a mountain bike
and a road bike. An example of the hybrid bikes we rent
is the Trek
7.3 FX with
Shimano components and high pressure road tires for better
cycling efficiency than your typical hybrid. This bike has
a relaxed riding position and is great for beginners and
intermediate riders.
Road Bike
A racing style bike with drop
handlebars. An example of road bikes we rent is the Trek
Series 2.3 with an aluminum frame, carbon front forks,
carbon rear stays and Shimano Ultegra and 105 components.
This is a faster bike than the hybrids with a more aggressive
riding position. This bike will be enjoyed by intermediate
and experienced riders.
Premium Road Bike
Hand-crafted by French custom builder Cyfac.
Cyfac bikes
are famous among professional riders as "the real frame beneath the sponsor's paint."
Often supplied to Pro Tour riders before being painted over with the sponsor's logos,
Cyfac frames have been ridden to victories – anonymously – in cycling's most prestigious events. Avid cyclists
will love these Proxidium Carbon bikes that feature aluminum/carbon frames, SRAM Rival components and Reynolds Solitude wheels
- Hybrids rent for $25/day or $125/week.
- Road bikes are $40/day or $240/week.
- Premium Road bikes are $65/day or $390/week.
If
you have clipless pedals & shoes or a favorite saddle,
feel free to bring them along, and we will gladly fit them
to your bike.
Tandem bikes, children's bikes and a children's "tag-along" can
also be arranged.
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 Other Activities
If you have any special interests you’d like us to accommodate, just let us know.
Some popular examples include:
- Kayaking & whitewater rafting
- Wine tours and reserve tastings
- Balloon flights
- Hiking or horse riding
- Dining at a hard-to-get-into restaurant
- Spa treatments from simple facials to a couple mud-bath
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Safety & Advice
 Helping
you have a safe and enjoyable cycling trip is why we operate
LifeCycle Adventures. The following tip
sheets are designed to help you prepare for your trip. We
encourage you to take a moment and read through this information
to help you get the most from your cycling trip – safely
and while having fun.
- Safe Cycling
- Cycling Efficiently
- Waivers
- Kit Considerations
- Bike Checklist
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What's Included
Pre Trip Planning
What is Included |
|
Group
Guided Tour |
Bike Rental /
Do It Yourself |
Fit to your schedule |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
Overnight stops tailored to how much you like to ride each day |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
Route designed with local knowledge |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Pre-trip planner e.g., safety tips, what to pack and background on the area |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
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Guides & Services
What is Included |
|
Group
Guided Tour |
Bike Rental /
Do It Yourself |
Transfer from and back to your gateway city, eg. San Francisco or Portland |
Yes |
Typically carries an extra charge |
No |
Pre trip safety briefing & route overview |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Maps & directions |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Maps with roads graded for difficulty and detailed mile-mile directions |
Yes |
No |
No |
Dedicated guide (person) |
Yes - a guide is always available via telephone or to call out as needed |
Yes - travels with group |
No |
Detailed guidebook |
Yes - detailed guidebook with everything you'll need to know for a great trip: logistics, history, routes, sights etc. |
No |
No |
Luggage transported between lodgings |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Daily ride briefings |
No - available by phone |
Yes |
Yes |
Van support with mechanic |
Yes - available via telephone or to call out as needed |
Yes - sweeping route |
No |
On-bike guide |
No |
Yes |
No |
24 hour telephone support and callout service |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Bike transportation |
Yes - from and back to your gateway city |
Typically carries an extra charge |
No |
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Food & Accommodation
What is Included |
|
Group
Guided Tour |
Bike Rental /
Do It Yourself |
Accommodation |
Yes - choice of a range of accommodation |
Yes - typically
no choice |
No |
Breakfast |
Yes |
Yes |
Varies by accommodation |
Lunch |
No |
Some |
No |
Sports drinks, energy bars, treats, and other "in-between" refreshments |
Yes - at start of trip |
Sometimes |
No |
Dinner |
No, but we make recommendations and gladly make reservations for you |
Some but typically no choice |
No |
Alcohol |
No |
No |
No |
Activities and spa treatments |
No, but we make recommendations and gladly make reservations for you |
Some, but typically not |
No |
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Other Things
What is Included |
|
Group
Guided Tour |
Bike Rental /
Do It Yourself |
Group size |
Just you |
Typically 12 - 24 |
Just you |
Bike hire |
Yes we rent hybrids, road and mountain bikes for an extra charge |
Yes - typically hybrids or road bikes. Typically for an extra charge |
Rental available from a number of outlets |
Air travel |
No |
No |
No |
Personal expenses |
No |
No |
No |
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