Fatbike
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Fatbike – Rental and guided trips

Fatbikes resemble regular bicycles but feature much wider rims and larger tires, providing sufficient surface area to ride on snow. If you’ve never tried a fatbike before, you’ll have the chance to do so in Geilo!

 

We believe every cycling enthusiast should experience fatbiking. In Geilo, Nina from Geilo Aktiv offers both short evening tours for all skill levels and longer high-mountain rides for experienced cyclists. It’s also possible to rent fatbikes to try them out yourself or with friends. Rentals are available at Vestlia Resort.

Nina Gässler, an avid fatbike and cycling enthusiast with experience including the Iditarod fatbike race in Alaska, will provide you with an unforgettable fatbike experience in Geilo.
Read more about the supplier Geilo Aktiv here

Fatbike Rentals in Geilo

Geilo Aktiv offers fatbike rentals with pickup and drop-off at Vestlia Resort.

 

Rent fatbike here

Guided fat bike tours in Geilo

Geilo Aktiv offers guided fat bike tours. The meeting point is at Vestlia Resort.

 

Guided fat bike tour

Fatbike
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Trail Etiquette and FATvett Rules

The goal is to ensure that everyone can enjoy the nature and trail network in Geilo and the surrounding areas. To make sure everyone is aware of the applicable guidelines, "FATvett Rules" have been developed. These rules provide guidance on how to interact with others in the mountains and ensure a positive experience for everyone. It's important to remember that a fatbike is a guest in the cross-country ski trails. Therefore, anyone renting a fatbike is asked to familiarize themselves with the FATvett Rules before heading out.

Read the FATiquette rules here: 

 

 

Practical Info:


- Windproof, comfortable pants and wool or base layers. Ensure the clothing is loose enough for unrestricted pedaling.
- A comfortable, windproof jacket and wool or base layers. Dress in layers and remember it's easier to remove layers than to add more.
- Gloves are recommended. When renting a fatbike, you can borrow handlebar muffs that provide extra warmth and work well with gloves.
- Winter boots that go above the ankle, such as hiking boots. Avoid running shoes, as they can get cold quickly.
- A helmet. Bring your own, or borrow one if needed.
- A neck gaiter or buff for added warmth.
- A hat or headband that fits under the helmet.
- If you have them: gaiters or shoe covers.
- In snowy conditions, ski or Nordic glasses can be useful. Remember to use clear lenses for evening use.