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Explore
Oregon Outback
by Fat Bicycle
SPIN OUT
Discover timeless beauty on forgotten trails for all ages and abilities
HALF DAY
Up to 3 hours
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Ancient outback
PAISLEY CAVES
Semi-firm and forgiving desert surface backroads explore the renowned archaeological site. Lunch amidst pre-history and then take a dip at Summer Lake Hot Springs on the way back to town.
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EASY DIFFICULTY
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10-16 MILES
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~100' ELV GAIN











SUMMER LAKE
EAST SIDE
Serene desert bliss
Truly get away from it all cruising north along the "quiet side of the lake" on 30 miles of soft natural desert surface. Returns can be out-and-back or via shuttle from the Summer Lake rest area.​
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EASY DIFFICULTY
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UP TO 30 MILES
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900' ELV GAIN
OTT-MORGAN BUTTE DOWNHILL
The 10-mile downhill trail drops from scenic Morgan Butte Fire Lookout along desolate forest singletrack to the Chewaucan River canyon, with 8 miles along a quiet river road back to Paisley.​
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MODERATE DIFFICULTY
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18 MILES
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2,800' ELV DESCENT
The locals' favorite



















FULL DAY
Up to 6 hours

SUMMER LAKE LOOP
The classic
Ride the "quiet side" of Summer Lake and lunch in a wildlife viewing area, and then enjoy a wind-permitting relaxing pedal back on Highway 31, with a Summer Lake Hot Springs dip to renew the final stretch.
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HARD DIFFICULTY
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60 MILES
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1,200' ELV GAIN










WILDCAT LOOP
Rugged, desolate fun
Take a desert trip into the remote and barren mountains, up and along the base of Wildcat Ridge to Sharp Top,
where few venture but nearly all return. ​
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HARD DIFFICULTY
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30 MILES
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2,000' ELV GAIN










OTT-MOSS PASS-PAISLEY
Views for days
Take the Morgan Butte Downhill, add brilliant miles of climbing, stunning wildflower meadows, and more solitude, and get all-around awesome cross-country riding with a postcard lunch spot.
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MODERATE DIFFICULTY
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26 MILES
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1,500' ELV GAIN, 3,000'+ DESCENT










COGLAN BUTTES-ABERT LAKE
Beauty in solitude
Explore multiple remote routes and rides that traverse a variety of rock and sandy desert landscapes. Get in touch for the best time to ride.
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MODERATE-HARD DIFFICULTY
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UP TO 200 MILES
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VARIABLE ELV GAIN
















OREGON TIMBER TRAIL SAMPLER
Trail heads delight
Pick and choose flavors of the trail
from the miles of varied and scenic
Fremont Tier of the OTT.
Distance and locations based on ability.
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VARIABLE DIFFICULTY
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UP TO 100 MILES
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VARIABLE ELV GAIN









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CUSTOMIZE THE RIDE
Choose your own adventure
​Drop by for a chat or give us a call
and we'll come up with a ride
that's best for you and groups
of all ages and fitness abilities.
Also available as a half-day.
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VARIABLE DIFFICULTY
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UP TO 100 MILES
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VARIABLE ELV GAIN









The dry side —
remote highs
wild horizons
sanctuary in solitude

SERVICES
BICYCLE REPAIR
We have a full-service bicycle repair and maintenance shop
to serve the direct Paisley-Summer Lake region,
Oregon Timber Trail, and Oregon Desert Trail users.


BICYCLE RENTAL
Great on trails and soft desert surfaces. Ride a true fat bike and roll over everything with less effort. We have a growing supply of sizes and models of high-quality Surly steel bicycles.
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4 HOURS = $45
24 HOURS = $55
PICKUP/DELIVERY TO HOT SPRINGS = $15
SHUTTLE
Get dropped off at the top so you can bomb down,
or schedule point-to-point pickups.
CONTACT US FOR TRIP SPECIFICS


RESUPPLY DROP
Use us to receive and secure supply re-ups for trips
on the Oregon Timber Trail and Oregon Desert Trail.
GET IN TOUCH TO ARRANGE BEFORE SENDING
We power safe and inspiring outdoor experiences for cyclists of all speeds and creeds.
I fell in love riding the Sierra as a kid and have been commuting, cruising, and exploring mountain and desert trail ever since. Off pedal, I teach woodshop and tinker on bikes.
- Michael, owner & guide


COME SAY HI
We're the last house in town on the right—
swing around to the back.
SHOP HOURS
Monday 10 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday 10 AM - 5 PM
Friday 10 AM - 5 PM
Or by appointment

LET'S PLAN YOUR TRIP
>> 541.219.6659