{"product_id":"hornby-island-ladies-mountain-bike-retreat","title":"Hornby Island Ladies Mountain Bike Retreat","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2 Nights \/ 3 Days — A Weekend With Women Who Ride\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA collaboration between Essential Cycles and Betty Go Hard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHornby Island is one of BC's best-kept secrets — quiet roads, flowy singletrack, stunning ocean views, and a laid-back island pace that makes you forget about everything else. This retreat is about more than just riding. It's about building skills, gaining confidence, and spending a weekend with other women who love bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat trails. Great food. 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Work on the fundamentals or push into new territory — your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refuel together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfternoon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trail ride putting those skills into practice. Guided ride through Hornby's best singletrack with coaches by your side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dinner together. Campfire hangs, stories, and good company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDay 3: Sunday — Final Ride \u0026amp; Departure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorning:\u003c\/strong\u003e One more ride before we say goodbye. Re-ride your favorites or try something new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLate Morning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pack up camp, catch the ferry home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 nights camping at Bradsdadsland Campground (glamping area)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert coaching from Essential Cycles \u0026amp; Betty Go Hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuided trail rides (3 days)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill groups: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeals and good company\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFerry travel to Hornby Island (~$180–$250 RT with vehicle, ~$50–$70 RT walk-on)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBike (rentals available — contact us)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamping gear (tent, sleeping bag, pad, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel\/medical insurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarpooling encouraged!\u003c\/strong\u003e We'll connect registered riders to coordinate travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePricing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$329 + GST per person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFull payment due at time of booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStaying Longer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25% off camping\u003c\/strong\u003e at Bradsdadsland Campground if you want to extend your stay Thursday through Tuesday. 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