Trailhead: Brackett Creek Trailhead
Join SWMMBA's Bozeman chapter, The Dirt Concern, for a no-drop group ride of the Bangtail Divide, Montana's only IMBA EPIC trail!
What makes a trail worthy of the International Mountain Bicycling Association's "EPIC" designation?
"The IMBA EPICS designation denotes a true backcountry riding experience. IMBA EPICS are what many mountain bikers live for and make travel plans around: immersive rides that are technically and physically challenging, beautiful to behold and worthy of celebration. EPICS are demanding, majority singletrack trail experiences in a natural setting and at least 20 miles in length."
We think this description perfectly encompasses Bangtail. It is a beautiful and challenging single track adventure. Its right in our backyard, and we want you to come spend the day riding it with us.
Our group ride leaders are excited to show you the way!
The plan for Saturday is to meet at the Brackett Creek TH at 8am. We will then shuttle bikes and riders to the Stone Creek TH and get the ride started. Bangtail is 22 miles with ~4,000 feet of climbing, and we are planning for 5-7 hours to complete the ride. We will be taking plenty of rest and snack breaks and generally taking our time to smell the wildflowers and enjoy the views. Expect a full and challenging day, so please plan and pack accordingly. (Check out the packing list below). Post ride, plan to stick around to celebrate an awesome ride. The Dirt Concern will have some cold refreshment and rehydration for everyone to enjoy!
Ride Details
Meeting location: Brackett Creek Trailhead
Meeting time: 8am
Ride time: ~ 5-7 hours
Distance/Vertical: 22 miles/~4,000 feet
Carpool: If you're able to carpool, please do!
Shuttle: The ride is point to point from Stone Creek to Bracket Creek and requires a shuttle. After gathering the group at Bracket, we'll load bikes and riders and drive to Stone Creek to begin the ride.
Recommended packing list
2 liters of water (or more as preferred)
Food for the day
Rain shell
tire patch kit/bacon strips + extra tube + cartridges/pump
bike multi-tool
sun screen/protection
helmet
bear spray
Bonus packing list
Med Kit
Zip ties/utility straps
NOTE: Our ride leaders will be equipped with basic first aid kits and tire repair gear. But its important that you pack adequate food and water to get you comfortably through the day. We also ask that your bike is mechanically sound and in good riding order when we meet at the TH Saturday.