Looking to learn in a more challenging environment?  This is your event! Designed for returning students and riders looking for a more challenging learning environment. The same low energy, technique-over-brawn concepts that are taught in the ADV Camp are taught during the Challenge Camp, however they are all learned in more challenging environments. 

Due to the nature of this training camp unexpected learning opportunities will occur, ensuring the lesson plan will be fluid, creating a unique class you will never forget! 

Make sure you watch this video before signing up.

This training primarily takes place on Class 3 and Class 4 or unintentionally Class 5 terrain. You are not expected to be able to ride your adventure bike through this type of terrain when you arrive, but you are expected to have the physical conditioning and mental drive needed to methodically work through challenging terrain.

This is not a class to show how much you already know or to pound your chest and “just send it”. This is a place to learn strategy and skills for overcoming difficult terrain on big bikes in a controlled manner. 

1.  Boots. Due to the high risk locations in this training environment, you will not be allowed to participate wearing "Adventure" boots, work, street, or hiking boots.

2.  Tires. It is highly recommended you show up with 50/50 tires or better. Each lesson is taught in a different area and your bike needs to be able to make it to the next location.

3.  Mental Stamina. You need to show up with the mental ability to override your fears.

4.  Physical Condition. Due to the mobility of this course, if you become physically exhausted, you may not be able to attend all lessons.

Check-in begins at 3:00pm on Thursday afternoon.  You will have time to set up your tent (if camping) and get acquainted with your fellow participants.

Meet your fellow riding partners around the campfire as well as the instructors (including Bret) and discuss what specific skills you will be learning. It is highly recommended to join us for the the Thursday evening meet and greet.

Training starts at 8:00am sharp (7:00 – 7:40am is check in for late arrivals) and covers the core skills of sitting and standing in loose terrain before moving onto more challenging skills.

You will develop your off-road skills through a better understanding of forces and physics rather than the traditional step-by-step instruction.  You will learn critical details that will lead you to excel in your riding skills. Understanding the “why” is critical to mastering your machine.

Challenge Camps are expected to be very unique due to the differences in the riders attending, terrain available and weather.  The objective is to learn the following skills (same as the regular ADV camps):

–  Seated and standing riding techniques
–  Motorcycle ergonomics… setting up your motorcycle to your body
–  Low-energy riding techniques
–  Traction management skills
–  Control of power delivery
–  Slow-speed balance and maneuvering
–  Lifting (single person and multi-person)

After a needed good night's rest, your mind will reset and you will be ready to build upon the skills learned the previous day.

This day is about turning the challenges of the first day into easier riding while reinforcing the techniques used on Friday. The ultimate goal is to reduce the energy you use while riding, and the risk of a crash. As a bonus, your big bike will feel lighter and more agile.  It is likely that various terrain features used on Friday will be utilized again, offering opportunities to continue polishing your skills.

Depending on what terrain is available, lessons may include:
–  Narrow track riding and ruts
–  Loose surfaces (sand, mud, or loose rock)
–  Trail turns
–  Hills (ascending, descending, starting, stopping, u-turns)
–  Slide turns and other useful skills that will set you apart from other riders