Viking Tour – Poulsbo Rotary Club

Brew Fest

Saturday, June 15th, Starts at 11am

The Viking Tour Brew Fest was added to the Viking Tour in 2022 and includes beer, cider and wine from a variety of local producers! There will also be food on-site so grab some friends and come join us. And no, you don’t have to participate in the bike ride to join us.

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Sponsored by Liberty Bank

Bike Ride

Saturday, June 15th, Starts at 9am

The Viking Tour Bike Ride has been a Kitsap County staple since 2015! Grab some friends and come ride one of our three different routes and then enjoy a drink and a free meal at our Brew Fest! The Bike Ride is limited to the first 500 riders.

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Sponsored by Poulsbo Village Shopping Center

Brew Fest Details

The Viking Tour Brew Fest will include beer, wine and cider from a dozen local producers. The Brew Fest is open to the general public and no, you don’t have to participate in the Bike Ride to join us!

$30 / General Admission (seven 5oz pours, commemorative glass)
$15 / Rider/Volunteer Special (four 5oz pours, commemorative glass)
$3 / Additional Taster Tickets (5oz pour)
$7 / Commemorative Glass (no drink included)

Date	Saturday, June 15th, 2024
Time	11am-6pm
Location (new location)	Poulsbo Waterfront Park 18809 Anderson Pkwy Poulsbo, WA 98370

The Brew Fest is proudly sponsored by Liberty Bank

Commemorative glass included with Brew Fest admission.

“Perfect, perfect, perfect! Thanks again, you guys always put on a fantastic ride.”

Bike Ride Details

The tour starts and finishes in historic Poulsbo, “Little Norway” at 9am. The ride has three different lengths for all riding levels: the “Odin”: a 57-mile journey featuring nearly 4,000ft of climbing. The “Thor”: a 29-mile ride with a few less hills for those looking to have a bit of fun with a little less challenge and the “Freyja”: a 17-mile relaxing ride where you can enjoy yourself without breaking too much of a sweat.

The Viking Tour is meant to be whatever you make of it. Do it for fun, do it to challenge your personal best or do it to win! Whatever your intent, you’ll be glad you came! We encourage professionals, amateurs, recreational riders, clubs & cycling teams to participate. It’s time for all Vikings to trim your beards, shave your legs and get ready to ride. All profits from the Viking Tour support ongoing efforts of the Poulsbo Rotary Club.

The Viking Tour is limited to the first 500 registered riders.

Date	Saturday, June 15th, 2024
Time	7:00am-4:00pm
Cost	$50-65
Start	9am
Location	Poulsbo Waterfront Park 18809 Anderson Pkwy Poulsbo, WA 98370
Limit	500 Riders
Activities	Brew Garden, Free Lunch with Registration

Early Packet Pick-Up

Avoid the line Saturday morning and swing by early packet pickup Friday night to grab up your registration packet and enjoy a pre-ride beer! If you can’t make it, no worries, registration packets will also be ready the morning of the ride (though the line will be a bit longer).

Where:
TBD

Time:
5pm-9pm

The Routes

The Freyja

17 Miles / The Freyja is perfect for you if you’re new to cycling or just looking for a comfortable ride where you can chat with your buddies while enjoying the beautiful scenery of North Kitsap.

The Thor

29 Miles / Featuring just under 2,000ft of climbing and taking you all the way up to picturesque Port Gamble, the Thor is sure to make you breathe in some clean Puget Sound air.

The Odin

57 Miles / Featuring nearly 4,000ft of climbing on a course which will take you through some of the most scenic roads in North Kitsap. The Odin is not for the faint of heart.

Please note the routes are subject to change!

The Viking Tour was a finalist for Best Philanthropy Event in Kitsap County. Boom.

The Gear

T-Shirt ($20)

Order your Viking Tour t-shirt during registration or at the ride.

Sponsored by AGS Stainless

Jersey ($80)

Show your Viking Tour pride with our limited edition jersey. Order by April 5th to guarantee your jersey will be ready at the ride!

Sponsored by The Green Light Diner

The Viking Tour is a Near-0 Waste Event

We’ve made a commitment to be a “Near-0 Waste” event which means we will do everything we can to reduce waste, reuse various elements, and set up waste stations for recyclable and compostable materials. All waste created during the event will be delivered to Peninsula Subaru who, working with Terracycle, will transform it into benches and tables. All plates, cups and utensils are certified compostable and will be taken to Olympic Organics (along with the food scraps). Lastly, any rider bibs can be left with us so we can ship them to Trex where they can ride into a new life as composite decking.

The Near-0 Waste efforts are proudly sponsored by Columbia Distributing

Schedule

7:00am	Parking Opens
7:30am	Packet Pick-Up Opens Day-of Registration Opens Jersey, T-shirt Pick-Up & Sales Opens
9:00am	Riders Released (All routes)
9:30am	Packet Pick-Up Closes Day-of Registration Closes Sweepers Leave (No additional riders allowed to leave)
10:30am	Lunch Service Begins
11:00am	Brew Fest Opens
4:00pm	Last Rider In
6:00pm	Brew Fest Closes

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the start/finish of the ride, and the Brew Fest?
Downtown Poulsbo at the Waterfront Park (18809 Anderson Pkwy, Poulsbo, WA 98370).

Where should I park?
Parking will be at multiple locations outside of downtown. We ask that all participants don’t park downtown since parking is limited and we do not want to negatively effect downtown businesses. Volunteers will be located at waterfront park to direct you to appropriate parking. Handicapped parking is available.

What time does the ride begin?
The ride begins at 9:00am as a group start. Riders are expected to complete the ride by 4:00pm.

Where can I get a map of my route?
A map of each route is available under each ride description higher on this page. Course maps and turn-by-turn directions will be sent out via email prior to the ride. There will be also be course maps and turn-by-turn directions available at the main event location.

What do I pick up at registration?
At registration you will pick up your bib number and swag bag. We will verify that you have signed our waiver otherwise you will be required to sign the waiver at check-in.

Where do I get my swag bag?
You’ll get your swag bag at registration.

Will the ride be supported?
Yes! The Viking Tour ride will be very well supported with road side mechanics, roaming support vehicles and HAM radio operators at the ready should anything happen during your ride. Rest stops will be available to all registered riders and they vary depending on the route you have selected. Each rest stop has a restroom available for your use. A free hot meal will be served at the end of the ride for all registrants. A vegetarian option will be available.

What are the roads like?
We did our best to keep all routes on rural, low traffic roads. With that said, there are a few spots with more traffic or busy traffic crossings. For these we will have support personnel manning the crossing and directing traffic. Please be courteous to these volunteers and all motorists and make sure to obey all traffic laws.

Are the routes marked?
All routes are marked by arrows, and color varies with each route. Make a note of your route’s arrow color. Turns are marked on the road with 2 arrows before and 1 arrow after each directional change. Course maps and cue sheets will also be at registration.

Are there rest stops along the route?
Yes! There are rest stops about every ~10-15 miles along the routes. There are snacks, beverages, and restroom facilities at all rest stops.

Is there a meal provided?
Yes! With your registration you will get a meal voucher good to use at any of our food vendors.

Is the Brew Fest included?
You are welcome to join the Brew Fest after the ride, however, you will have to pay for your own drinks.

Are Viking Tour jerseys going to be available at the event?
Jerseys ordered after 4/5/2024 will be shipped to you and arrive about three weeks after the event.

I still have questions, how may I get answers?
If you have questions that have not been answered, please send an email to [email protected] and we will do our best to get back to you as quickly as possible.

A Poulsbo Rotary Club Event

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