Winter Fat Tire Biking in Wisconsin

Wisconsinites don’t let a little cold get in the way of a good time, and this is evident with the growing popularity of winter fat-tire biking.  Fat biking is a term for a new breed of bicycle riding, characterized by extra wide tires which enable riders to float over snow, mud, or sand. Originally thought to be a fad, the fat biking community has continued to expand during the past decade, proving it’s here to stay.  Here in the Midwest, we have more than our spirit of adventure and hearty constitutions to be proud of.  There’s a direct link between the Northwoods and the birth of the sport, with many fat bike manufacturers calling Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Michigan home.

The connection between the sport and Briess is more than just employees enjoying community camaraderie (for real, these people know how to party).  It’s also interesting to note that a large number of Wisconsin breweries are close to trails!  Some of these breweries go the extra mile for their pedaling patrons and have become foundational to the community. Considering that many of our trails are rail-to-trail conversions, this may not be surprising. Perhaps in the days before cyclists chewed up miles of gravel, trains made deliveries to these locations. While you’re fact-checking that, be sure to hit up a local trail system and brewery.

Whether you’re cruising down endless pine corridors with nothing but the sound of snow crunching under your tires, carving up powder on single-track to the cheers of spectators, or just enjoying a ride through town, there’s one guarantee… you’ll be smiling all the way.

The chart below lists many of the Wisconsin locations for fat biking.  Based on our company office located in Chilton, each ride is designated as close enough to be home for dinner, plan a day trip, or pack for an overnighter.

Enjoy the ride!