Saddle Up & Sleep Out: Your Ultimate Guide To Bikepacking
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Want to try bikepacking but don’t know where to begin? This 98-page guide takes you from “I wish I could do that” to confidently rolling out on multi-day adventures, starting with the gear you already own.
- Plan your first trip with gear you already have
- Find safe, beginner-friendly routes near you
- Navigate confidently with your phone & GPS
- Pack smart and stay safe with women-specific tips
Your adventure starts here
Want to try bikepacking, but don’t know where to begin?
You’re not alone. Most women who dream of bikepacking adventures get stuck on the same worries: the gear, the what-ifs, the “where do I even start?”
Here’s the good news: you can start with what you already have, navigate with the phone in your pocket, and be prepared for whatever the trail brings. This guide takes you from “I wish I could do that” to confidently pulling off multi-day trips.
Sound familiar?
From “I wish I could” to “I did it”
What stops most women
- “I don’t have all the right gear”
- “What if something goes wrong?”
- “I have no idea how to get started”
- “Where am I even supposed to go?”
Here’s the truth
- You can start with the gear you already own
- Your phone is enough to navigate with confidence
- A clear, step-by-step first trip is waiting
- There are proven ways to find safe routes near you
Inside the guide
Here’s what you’ll learn
- Start with what you havePlan your first trip using gear you already own, and learn what’s worth upgrading later.
- Find your perfect routeTried-and-true resources for safe, beginner-friendly routes near you.
- Navigate with confidenceMaster phone apps, GPS devices, and backup navigation so you’re never lost.
- Pack like a proStrategies so you carry everything you need, and nothing you don’t.
- Stay safe and preparedFood, water, and safety systems that work, plus women-specific considerations rarely covered elsewhere.
- Build adventure fitnessSimple training strategies to get ready for longer trips.
Your guide
About Kristen
Kristen Bonkoski is a USA Cycling certified coach and the founder of Femme Cyclist. Mountain biking and bikepacking are close to her heart — she’s toured and slept out under the stars with her husband and son, and loves helping other women do the same.
If it has to do with two wheels, she’s all in — and she wrote this guide to get more women out on the adventures they’ve been dreaming about.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this for total beginners?
Is it a physical book or digital?
Is the advice specific to women?
Do I need expensive gear to start?
This is a downloadable 98-page PDF. You will not receive a hard copy. All purchases are final and non-refundable.
