# Camp Bikes Our camp owns a collection of excellent beach cruisers for getting around playa. # Biking in Black Rock City ## Why biking in BRC?
[![BikeLogo.png](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/or4xGUDj2OqrZqae-bikelogo.png)](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/or4xGUDj2OqrZqae-bikelogo.png)A bike is almost essential at Burning Man because the event takes place in the Black Rock Desert, a vast and sprawling space covering several square miles. - Black Rock City is massive, and walking everywhere would take a lot of time and energy (inside the trash fence is 6.149 square miles) - Art installations, theme camps, and events are scattered all over the Playa. - The desert terrain is flat but soft and dusty. Walking long distances in the dry and alkaline environment can be tiring and uncomfortable. - Many activities happen after dark. A bike equipped with lights or decorations helps you navigate the Playa safely and ensures others can see you in the dark. - Biking is a big part of the Burning Man experience. Most attendees use bikes as their primary mode of transport, so it helps you fit into the flow of the event.

Without a bike, you'll likely feel limited in how much you can explore and participate. It’s one of the best tools for making the most out of the Burning Man experience!

## The Turtle Bikes The camp owns a fleet of about 50 [Priority Beach Cruisers](https://www.prioritybicycles.com/products/thecoast) which are ideal for playa condition. You can rent one if you camp with us. [![BikeGreen.jpg](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/a6OfSUs4zJOVCymv-bikegreen.jpg)](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/a6OfSUs4zJOVCymv-bikegreen.jpg)[![BikeWhite.jpg](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/NB0DMMN7HvHLUkrA-bikewhite.jpg)](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/NB0DMMN7HvHLUkrA-bikewhite.jpg)[![BikeBlue.jpg](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/qeD3n6o3ATRYmFw7-bikeblue.jpg)](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/qeD3n6o3ATRYmFw7-bikeblue.jpg) - Our bikes are 3 speed step-through models. - We provide a basket, lock, and minimum safety lights - Rear forks are also available if you have a totem - You should provide decorations, fancy lights, seat cushions, whatever you want to pimp your bike. - As a courtesy to the next camper please return your bike un-decorated and de-festooned at the end of the burn

Please! Don't lose / break your bike! Although if the universe is against you, we'll unfortunately have to charge you the cost to replace it.

## BYOB(ike) If you would like to bring your own bike that is fine too. And if you bring your own bike and would like us to store it for the next year, we can do that at a charge of $75

Due to fire risk we **cannot store or transport batteries** of e-bikes under any circumstances. However if you remove the battery we can store the e-bike with the rest of our bikes.

The Burning Man organization is rethinking their policy on e-bikes, so you’re on your own there - In 2023 only Class-1 (pedal assist) E-bikes are permitted, and they are limited to 5mph, which is even slower than regular bikes. ## Tips for using a bike at Burning Man: - Decorate your bike to make it unique and easy to spot. - Use lights and reflective materials to stay visible at night (no! people can't see you). - Bring a lock to prevent accidental "borrowing" (bike theft isn't common but mix-ups happen). - Protect your bike from the Playa dust with maintenance and a cover when not in use. [![bikes.jpg](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/Nq3ozjQZI9dSooxV-bikes.jpg)](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/Nq3ozjQZI9dSooxV-bikes.jpg) *Where is my back? - every burner ever* *[![bikes arival.png](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/cOtAF6fSp5FevfpD-bikes-arival.png)](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/cOtAF6fSp5FevfpD-bikes-arival.png)[![bike assembly.jpg](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/6Ysh6TRW0GeJigwK-bike-assembly.jpg)](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/6Ysh6TRW0GeJigwK-bike-assembly.jpg)* *The Turtle Bikes being assembled* # Bike tutorials ## Video tutorials #### End-to-end assembly instructions #### Front basket #### Rear rack ## Printable tutorials How to: - adjust your seat (height and alignment) - [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AaZhmYU5HaLTRO058aWOux4BJQgAZYFf/view?usp=sharing) - inflates your tires - [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Umr5bx47OCirdwKrTnbzPBCQwNnxBe7W/view?usp=sharing) - adjust your handlebar - height and alignment - [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MGB5xZiZau5tXKbn9cgy4JUAxks9oYkj/view?usp=sharing) - angle - [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/12CDuEI3qf7YvJeheYYGuaV6ZaDRVyprM/view?usp=sharing) - adjust your brakes - [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E7M9cdg_x6IFcG8GD2pIaXwDCi5C_wi4/view?usp=sharing) - switch your bike during the event - [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w_SYMfUwHyINqRcSyYqAghD04kcMHA1_/view?usp=sharing) # Turtle Fleet management

This page is targeted to the Bike team, for inventory and fleet management purpose.

## Fleet Inventory [![BikeGreen.jpg](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/a6OfSUs4zJOVCymv-bikegreen.jpg)](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/a6OfSUs4zJOVCymv-bikegreen.jpg)![BikeWhite.jpg](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/NB0DMMN7HvHLUkrA-bikewhite.jpg)[![BikeBlue.jpg](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/qeD3n6o3ATRYmFw7-bikeblue.jpg)](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/qeD3n6o3ATRYmFw7-bikeblue.jpg)
**Fleet ID****Bike name****Serial****Purchase****Status****Riders****Bike fort place**
**White bikes**
WHT-01Shell on WheelsPTCR22H01752023 2023: Zander 2024: Animus 1T
WHT-02Turtleneck ExpressPTCR22H03202023 2023: Ammon 2024: Ammon 1T
WHT-03Burnished TurtlePTCR22H03842023 2023: Yoni 2024: - 1T
WHT-04Snap TrekPTCR22H05062023Lost 20232023: Scott-
WHT-05Playa SnapperPTCR22H05212023 -3T
WHT-06Pedal Shell-stialPTCR22H05352023 2023: Basil 2024: Andrew 2T
WHT-07Slow BurnPTCR22H05412023 -3T
WHT-08Dusty HatchlingPTCR22H12052023 -3T
WHT-09ShellibrantPTCR22H12252023 2023: Daniel 2024: Dimitri 2B
WHT-10Tortoise the PlayaPTCR22H12302023 2023: - 2024: AlexW 2B
WHT-11Fire SnapPTCR22H12772023 2023: Beam 2024: - 1T
WHT-12Terrapinned DownPTCR22H13442023 -3T
WHT-13ShellShock’dPTCR22H13742023 2023: Andre 2024: Tristan 2T
WHT-14Turt-Lit UpPTCR22H13812023 2023: Jihoon 2024: Kyle 3B
WHT-15Snappy BurnerPTCR22H14402023 -3T
WHT-16Dusty Shell RiderPTCR22H14832023 2023: Kyle 2024: Sean 2T
WHT-17Burnturtle BlazePTCR22H15062023 2023: Azzam 2024: Azzam 1T
WHT-18Desert HatchbackPTCR22H15442023 2023: Doug 2024: Edouard 2B
WHT-19Playa ShellectionPTCR22H15702023 2023: Dimitri 2024: MJ 3B
WHT-20Snap, Crackle, BurnPTCR22H15912023 2023: Klajdi 2024: Shuai 3B
WHT-21Ashback ExpressPTCR22H17762023 -3T
WHT-22Pedal ReptilePTCR22H16032023 2023: Emir 2024: Emir 2B
WHT-23ShellionairePTCR22H16302023 2023: BRock 2024: Steven 1B
WHT-24Glide & HidePTCR22H16462023 2023: Andre 2024: Andre 2T
WHT-25Carapace CruiserPTCR22H16592023 2023: - 2024: Joe 3B
WHT-26Burnerback TurtlePTCR22H16612023 2023: Sean 2024: Romain 2T
WHT-27Shellabration StationPTCR22H16802023 -3T
WHT-28Playa ShelldierPTCR22H16952023 -3T
WHT-29Snapdash RiderPTCR22H17052023 2023: Dat 2024: Mohammed 2B
WHT-30Scute BootPTCR22H19222023 2023: Maxxi 2024: Klajdi 1T
WHT-31Playa SnapstormPTCR24D07452024 2024: Alejandro3B
**Blue bikes**
BLU-01Pyra-Shell ExplorerPTCR22H03012023 2023: Jorge 2024: Jorge 2B
BLU-02Glow Slow SnapperPTCR22H03322023 2023: AlexS 2024: - 1T
BLU-03Hardshell HeatPTCR22H03732023 2023: Johnny 2024: Johnny 2B
BLU-04Dusty Turtlin’PTCR22H04432023 2023: Loic 2024: BRock 2T
BLU-05ShelldoradoPTCR22H04502023 2023: Neptune 2024: Neptune 1T
BLU-06Bikeshell LuminousPTCR22H05252023 2023: Rafa 2024: Emmett 3B
BLU-07Playa PlodderPTCR22H05802023 2023: Joel 2024: - 1T
BLU-08Pedals in the ShellPTCR22H13372023 2023: Animus 2024: Scott 3B
BLU-09Ashback AdventurerPTCR22H17332023 2023: - 2024: Joel 1B
BLU-10Snail Trail RiderPTCR22H17522023 2023: BennyB 2024: BennyB 2T
**Green bikes**
GRN-01Turtleneck TorchPTCR22E06782023Lost 20242023: Evan 2024: - -
GRN-02GlowtorisePTCR22E08662023 2023: Renaud 2024: Christophe 3B
GRN-03Blaze the CarapacePTCR22E09362023 2023: Fotis 2024: Luka 3B
GRN-04Burn Shell BurnPTCR22E10182023 2023: Peter 2024: Peter 1B
GRN-05Molten SnapperPTCR22E10302023Lost 20232023: Steven-
GRN-06Dusted ScutesPTCR22E10412023 2023: Jean-Carlo 2024: - 3T
GRN-07Pedal Para-shellPTCR22E10582023 2023: Grant 2024: Grant 2T
GRN-08Terra BlazePTCR22E11102023 2023: Andrew 2024: Fotis 2T
GRN-09Playa PlastronPTCR22E19452023 2023: Oscarito 2024: Oscarito 2B
GRN-10Scorchie ShellPTCR22E20062023 2023: Jeremy 2024: Jeremy 2B
GRN-11Turtlestar GalactibikePTCR24D07602024 2024: AlexS1B
Bike fort organization - click to open Bikes are organized in the container by Rows (1 / 2 / 3) and Level (Bottom / Top). As such a bike whose location is **3B** would be located at the rear of the container on the bottom level, while a bike whose location is **1T** would be at the front of the container on the top level. ![Bike fort locations.jpg](https://wiki.futureturtles.com/uploads/images/gallery/2024-12/scaled-1680-/WlLbQGUEJIuv3RI4-bike-fort-locations.jpg)
## Campers' bike storage
**Camper****Type****Years stored****Bike fort place**
Ben WE-bike2023, 2024Front bottom
## Templates [Link](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1f8_0EhtJgv7hoBQBDKtIOLT5SIMWwdSN/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110927239838941821693&rtpof=true&sd=true) to intake forms and templates to be printed [Link](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1sEBcr72O3RTuwsf_KRnSjULh5WBJCqqZ/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110927239838941821693&rtpof=true&sd=true) to the Bike Switch form