SARNEN EDITION INFO AND FAQS
We are so excited to be hosting our third ever women's cycling event: the Hive Ride!
Don't have your ticket yet? Spaces are limited so get yours here.
This year, our guides will host a climbing and descending clinic to help you improve your skills and then take you through two rides on the beautiful Swiss roads surrounding Sarnen OW (directly accessible by train). In addition to exploring some new roads, here's what you can expect from the hive ride:
Schedule:
Check in 8:30 - 9:00: sign in, crab a coffee, pick up a goody bag, change, pee, fill up your bottles and leave your bag locked up with us
Climbers delight Clinic 9:00-10:00: Our guides (DE, FR, EN) will host a workshop where you can practice your climbing and descending skills on turny roads
10:00-12:00 Ride #1 (approx 40km and 600hm)
12:00-14:00 Lunch program
Pasta lunch (vegan) by Pastarazzi
amazing prizes from our sponsors
special guest presentation
a chance to check out Canyon bikes and even take one for a spin if you'd like!
14:00- 16:00 Ride #2 (approx 40km and 800hm)
Hugs goodbye!
Memories and great photos to last a lifetime
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I've never been part of a group ride before, can I still join?
This event is intended for women with who have some experience cycling and would like to improve their skills, connect with other women, explore new roads, win prizes and eat great pasta BUT previous experience riding in a group is not required. If you don't feel super comfortable, we recommend you chose the 18kmph group when signing up as these groups will likely be divided into smaller sizes.
What speed will the rides be?
What language is spoken during the event?
What if I only have a gravel bike?
What's the deal with Canyon?
Can I come without a bike and just test a Canyon?
Can I do just the morning ride?
Are there vegan options at lunch?
Why do I need a ticket?
What if I can't come, will I get a refund?
What if I get lost?
What kind of prizes can I get excited about?
What if the weather sucks?
What do I need to bring with me?
SHOUT OUT TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS
Okay, I can't even begin to tell you how amazing it feels to have people believe in us and our vision of a future where every woman can proudly say "I'm a cyclist". Every contribution, big or small, fuels our fire and generates an unstoppable momentum for this community!
Thank you Canyon - for believing in the importance of inspiring women to ride
Thank you React - for literally keeping our vision clear and eyes on the adventure
Thank you Intercycle - for your passion and generosity
Thank you PeakPunk - for fuelling our rides #nobullshit
Thank you Vivikola - for keeping our souls quenched
Thank you Dirtysox - for helping us express ourselves
And of course our service providers:
Thank you Pastarazzi - for the carbs and cooking with heart
Thank you KaffeKranz - for the caffeine and love
For other women's events #fastandfemaleSUI is a great resource, we suggest you check out their great selection of offers throughout the year -- you can also use the find a group page to find some fun cycling groups near you!