Gnome Fest 11

Gnome Fest is now in it's Eleventh year and has been bestowed upon the beautiful hills, valleys, streams and singletrack of the Hirsch Farm outside of Platteville, WI. It is a celebration of bikes, nature, friendship and beer. Come ride your bike in the sun and the shade. Meet some friends and Make some friends. We'd love it if you could join us. Check the tabs above for how to register, Schedule, Location, etc.

Wednesday, August 19, 2015

Pump It! PUMP IT REAL GOOD!

A new feature at the Hirsch farm this year is Dike's Peak, the new Big Ass Pump Track Section.  Check it out.

https://www.facebook.com/dikespeak?fref=ts






Where's all the info?!?!?!

So some of you are wondering what's up with Gnomefest and what goes on, what's new, what's the same, what's changed.

We'd love to tell you but we're still hung over from SingleSpeed USA.  All you really need to know is you should bring a bike, and there will be beer.  If you Pre-Registered, you get a shirt and a folding camping coffee cup.  


If you did not pre-register, you suck, but you're still invited.  The price will be determined on the amount of swag that is still available.


Monday, August 10, 2015

GF12 - August 28, 29 and 30th

So ya went to SSUSA and saw a flyer for GnomeFest and figured, "What the hey, I'll check it out."  You'll be glad you did.  It's kind of the same thing with more games and you won't get brutally chastised for bringing gears.  For a little better idea of what actually happens at Gnomefest, please see the previous posts from last year's GF11.



Tuesday, September 2, 2014

Ya get whatcha pay for...

Attention All FaceBook GnomeFest Fans! Tomorrow is the last day to Pre-Register for GF11 but TONIGHT is the last night to guarantee the following:
GF11 T-Shirt.

Klean Kanteen Stainless Steel Pint Keg Cup

Beer from Lake Front Brewery

Beer from Potosi - Cave Ale

A Raffle Ticket for a 1UpUSA Bike Rack and

The SURLY ICE CREAM TRUCK Frame and Fork.

Not to mention some great single track that you've probably never seen and some of the coolest people you'll ever hang out.
Seriously, this is like an entire weekend at the cool kids table. With Beer and Bikes added to the mix.
Tell your friends.

Oh, and here's some maps.

Satellite

Elevation

Monday, September 1, 2014

Last Minute Reminders

Are you excited for Gnome Fest?  We're excited to see you!  



Just a few last minute reminders before you head to Good Ol' Plattucky this week.
  1. Bring your bike and all other bike riding gear.  Shoes, Gloves, Helmet, shades etc.
  2. Bring a Light - Whether you participate in the Enduro or not, you'll be spending the weekend in the wilderness.  Headlights Help.
  3. Bring a 6 pack - The baby beer pools are a favorite for everyone.  Bring something local, or just something you like and prepare to share.
  4. Costumes are appreciated for Saturday Night.
  5. If you have friends who are talking about going but haven't registered, suggest that they register.  Beer, prizes and camping spots are estimated based on pre-registration.  If we run out, it's their fault.  We'll chastise them and then go get more.
  6. Remember there are no shower or water facilities on the property.  Please plan accordingly.
Most importantly - Be prepared for a good time.

See Ya Friday!

Thursday, August 28, 2014

6 Days left to Pre-Register

Only 6 days left to Pre-Register for GFXI

There has been a slight change to the requirements but nothing you need to worry about.  We'll call it a "suggestion" from "the boys in blue" about ensuring that everyone who is at the event is registered and we have documentation of each attendees age, and identify those who've been given the nod of the U.S. Government's legal drinking age.  You'll need to sign in and put on your wrist band when you arrive.  No wrist band, no dice.  Or Beers.  Or camping.

So please tell your friends, REGISTER ASAP.


Monday, August 25, 2014

Dinner is Served

Because dinner is important, especially when your drinking and riding bikes all night.

The Platteville Lunch Bus will be serving on Saturday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and again from 4:30 until 7:00. 

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