Our playful event called RIDEALIVE, themed "Circles’ Summer Vacation," is entering its fifth year. We’re holding it in various locations once again, seeking out new fields and encounters with masters of play. Playing and living—we are going to enjoy this creativity with everything we've got.
With "ride + camp" as our foundation, we approach bicycling as a lifestyle that expands into various other outdoor activities. Last year, RIDEALIVE moved beyond our home turf of Aichi, focusing on three main events in Mie, Shizuoka, and Gifu, plus a special Yatsugatake edition. This year, we’ve decided to expand our field even further afield!
The first RIDEALIVE of 2018 was a sudden special edition, RIDEALIVE SHINSYU INA Valley, handled by JUS. The first main event of this year will be the GIRLS RIDEALIVE in Hokkaido, a women-only ride planned by women—a first-time endeavor for us.
If you want to ride a bike and see scenery you don't usually see, or if you want to take on a challenge, we’re going to make it happen with this ride!
The Stage is Hokkaido
Based in the international resort of Niseko, let’s enjoy a refreshing summer on bicycles, surrounded by blue skies, majestic greenery, and the bounty of nature! Over two days, we will circle Mt. Yotei, the mountain that represents Hokkaido. Known by the indigenous Ainu people as Matnesiri ("female mountain"), Mt. Yotei is a power spot for women! At night, you can enjoy hot spring hopping in Niseko.
On the second day, we’ll aim for Shinsen-numa, said to be the most beautiful spot in the Niseko mountain range. The outward journey involves some steep climbing, but the mystical scenery of Shinsen-numa is an absolute must-see; we’ll even get off our bikes for a one-hour round-trip hike! With delicious breaks along the way, this is a full-enjoyment Hokkaido tour aimed at the finish line in Otaru.
Follow #girlsridealive to see our preparations.
RIDEALIVE 2018 01 Hokkaido
Ambassadors
A food consultant who stays close to Hokkaido's nature to create food that makes the body happy. The energy bars and granola created by this grounded individual go down easily and give you a real boost. Aya-chan is in charge of our nutrition and food support for this ride!
SAM’S BIKE is a bicycle shop in Sapporo run by a female owner. We don't get to see her often, but she always stops by when she comes to Nagoya. We love her warm personality and wanted to do something fun together. To make our wish to ride in the Hokkaido summer come true, we decided to cross the sea and fly to the northern land.
Event Overview
Date
August 25 (Sat) - 26 (Sun), 2018 (Rain or shine)DAY 1: Aug 25 (Sat)
10:00 AM: Meet at Kutchan Station (Kutchan-cho, Abuta-gun).
We will ride around Mt. Yotei, heading toward our accommodation in Niseko.
We'll take it easy, stopping for spring water refills and lunch.
After arriving at the accommodation, we'll visit an onsen and have dinner.DAY 2: Aug 26 (Sun)
We'll ride to the entrance of Shinsen-numa and enjoy a 1-hour hike.
After lunch and breaks, we’ll take our bikes on the train from Kutchan Station to Yoichi Station, then do the final leg of the ride from Yoichi Station to our goal in Otaru. We’ll celebrate with a party at PRESS CAFE near the Otaru Canal and conclude.Capacity
15 people (We will close registration once we reach capacity.)Participation Fee
¥18,000
(Includes lodging, Day 1 dinner, Day 2 breakfast, supply food, Day 2 dinner, insurance, and event goods.)
*Travel expenses to the location and any other personal costs are to be covered by the individual.Entry Requirements
・Must be female
・Skill level capable of riding 50km+ per day
・Ability to handle basic bicycle troubles
*Staff will also provide support, so let’s help each other out!Required Equipment
・Helmet
・Bicycle travel bag (Rinko-bukuro)
・Water bottle
・Flat tire/repair kit
・Bicycle lights
・Cold-weather gear
・Shoes suitable for hiking
・Rain gear
・Overnight essentials
・First aid kit (disinfectant, bandages, etc.)
・Health insurance card (copy is acceptable)
Staff
She is a master at capturing scenery, people, and the best moments. If you see her aiming her camera at you, be sure to flash a big smile!
We will be holding informational meetings and classes for those who are interested in participating but want to hear more details first. Dates and details will be announced later. Attendance is not required. You can also consult with us individually at CULTURE CLUB or Pine Fields Market; just tell us you're interested in the Hokkaido ride. For those living far away, emails or phone calls are also welcome.
Inquiries can be made via our contact form:
https://circles-jp.com/contact/
Registration starts on Friday, June 1st at 20:00 on the RIDEALIVE special website.
We are still in the preparation stages, but we are already so excited and thrilled about the encounters waiting for us in Hokkaido!
This summer, come ride, eat, laugh, and enjoy yourself to the fullest with us!
We look forward to your entry!