I can't believe it's already October! You'd never know it by these high temps we're having. The mornings have been gorgeous, and what better way to spend it than on a bike. The trees are starting to change colors, and this week we're going to take a ride out along the Highline to check them out. This ride is just under 31 miles, and relatively flat. The Highline is gravel this far south, so if you're going on this ride, please make sure you're comfortable riding on gravel on your road bike, swap out tires, or bring a hybrid or mountain bike. This won't be a fast ride - we're out to enjoy the beauty of the fall.
For those who want to stick to the road, we'll also host an intermediate road ride.
Rides meet at 9:00am and leave at 9:30am. If you're pulling out a bike you haven't ridden in a while, take a minute to dust it off and check it over to make sure your tires and tubes are good, your chain is lubed, etc. If you need anything, arrive at the shop at 9am in order to get it and change it or have the mechanics help you out. Remember, group riders get a discount on Saturdays, too :)
Don't forget, we also have Sunday social rides now out of Tony's on Bowles. These rides are for anyone/everyone, so come on down for a relaxing ride and some conversation. Sunday rides also meet at 9am and leave at 9:30am.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Friday, September 23, 2011
September 24-25 rides
What gorgeous fall weather we're having! This weekend is looking to be just as great. Come join us Saturday and/or Sunday for a ride.
Saturday we'll be going out to Ken Caryl and down Deer Creek and around. This is about 31.5 miles, and always a fun ride. Here is the route:
Sunday is our social ride out of Tony's Market on Bowles. 7421 W. Bowles Ave.
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This ride is for anyone and everyone, all skill levels, just a casual ride of around 10 miles or so. Riders will receive a discount at Tony's if you wish to buy anything after the ride, or refuel on a tasty breakfast burrito or other treat!
Both rides meet at 9:00am and depart promptly at 9:30am.
Also, the trees are starting to change colors. Fall is always a beautiful time to ride and take in nature. Next weekend we'll do a ride along the Highline to enjoy the trees. A large section of this ride will be on the gravel trail part of the Highline. If you aren't comfortable on your road bike off the pavement, bring a hybrid, mountain, or cross bike to ride. We'll take it slow and just enjoy the view.
Don't forget to bring an extra tube or two, water, and snacks, and this time of year layers are a must. Hope to see you all this weekend!
Saturday we'll be going out to Ken Caryl and down Deer Creek and around. This is about 31.5 miles, and always a fun ride. Here is the route:
Sunday is our social ride out of Tony's Market on Bowles. 7421 W. Bowles Ave.
View Larger Map
This ride is for anyone and everyone, all skill levels, just a casual ride of around 10 miles or so. Riders will receive a discount at Tony's if you wish to buy anything after the ride, or refuel on a tasty breakfast burrito or other treat!
Both rides meet at 9:00am and depart promptly at 9:30am.
Also, the trees are starting to change colors. Fall is always a beautiful time to ride and take in nature. Next weekend we'll do a ride along the Highline to enjoy the trees. A large section of this ride will be on the gravel trail part of the Highline. If you aren't comfortable on your road bike off the pavement, bring a hybrid, mountain, or cross bike to ride. We'll take it slow and just enjoy the view.
Don't forget to bring an extra tube or two, water, and snacks, and this time of year layers are a must. Hope to see you all this weekend!
Friday, September 16, 2011
Group rides for this weekend
Hello Group Riders! Tomorrow we're hosting one ride out to REI and back. The weather is looking to be great. Even though it's cooler than we're used to, make sure you bring fluids to stay hydrated. Don't forget a spare tube and any snacks you want, or arrive early enough to get what you need. Remember, we leave the shop at 9:30am, so get there early enough to unload your bike, check-in and check your tire pressure, and be ready to roll at 9:30am.
Sunday will be our second social ride out of Tony's Market on Bowles just east of Wadsworth next to the Bed, Bath and Beyond. It also meets at 9am and rolls out at 9:30am. Last week we had a fun time just cruising around, and enjoyed Tony's tasty burritos after the ride. Riders will also get 10% of their purchase at Tony's if you want anything to take home. Bring the kids on this one!
Hope to see you at one or both of these rides!
Sunday will be our second social ride out of Tony's Market on Bowles just east of Wadsworth next to the Bed, Bath and Beyond. It also meets at 9am and rolls out at 9:30am. Last week we had a fun time just cruising around, and enjoyed Tony's tasty burritos after the ride. Riders will also get 10% of their purchase at Tony's if you want anything to take home. Bring the kids on this one!
Hope to see you at one or both of these rides!
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Group rides for this weekend - Saturday AND Sunday
Yes, you read that correctly, we'll have group rides both Saturday and Sunday!
Saturday we'll have a recreational ride and an advanced ride. The recreational riders will head Bear Creek to the Platte and down into Chatfield. After climbing the dam, we'll head back the same way, and make a pit stop at Hudson Gardens.
The advanced riders are really kicking it up a notch this week. If you've been riding all summer and getting those centuries and what not in, this is the ride for you! Justin will be taking the group out to Echo Lake via Squaw Pass. The route is Belleview to 470 to Bear Creek Rd/Evergreen Pkwy to Squaw Pass road up to Echo and back. It should be around 80 to 85 miles.
The weather is looking excellent, a fabulous fall day to ride!
Now, SUNDAY. We've partnered with Tony's Market for social/beginner rides on Sundays. These rides will leave from the Tony's location at 7421 W. Bowles, Littleton - this is on Bowles east of Wadsworth next to the Bed, Bath and Beyond. Break out those cruisers and mountain bikes, and bring the kids down for this family/social ride. Rides will be about 10-15 miles, 10 mph pace. Afterwards, fill your bellies with some of Tony's delicious food at a discount for us group riders. They will also have coffee and water at the beginning of the ride.
Here is a map for Tony's on Sunday:
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ALL rides meet at 9am and roll out promptly at 9:30am - Saturday or Sunday, the times are the same.
Come on down and join us for either day or BOTH :) Who knows how much longer we'll be riding, but this fall weather is perfect, so let's take advantage of it while we can.
See you all this weekend!
Saturday we'll have a recreational ride and an advanced ride. The recreational riders will head Bear Creek to the Platte and down into Chatfield. After climbing the dam, we'll head back the same way, and make a pit stop at Hudson Gardens.
The advanced riders are really kicking it up a notch this week. If you've been riding all summer and getting those centuries and what not in, this is the ride for you! Justin will be taking the group out to Echo Lake via Squaw Pass. The route is Belleview to 470 to Bear Creek Rd/Evergreen Pkwy to Squaw Pass road up to Echo and back. It should be around 80 to 85 miles.
The weather is looking excellent, a fabulous fall day to ride!
Now, SUNDAY. We've partnered with Tony's Market for social/beginner rides on Sundays. These rides will leave from the Tony's location at 7421 W. Bowles, Littleton - this is on Bowles east of Wadsworth next to the Bed, Bath and Beyond. Break out those cruisers and mountain bikes, and bring the kids down for this family/social ride. Rides will be about 10-15 miles, 10 mph pace. Afterwards, fill your bellies with some of Tony's delicious food at a discount for us group riders. They will also have coffee and water at the beginning of the ride.
Here is a map for Tony's on Sunday:
View Larger Map
ALL rides meet at 9am and roll out promptly at 9:30am - Saturday or Sunday, the times are the same.
Come on down and join us for either day or BOTH :) Who knows how much longer we'll be riding, but this fall weather is perfect, so let's take advantage of it while we can.
See you all this weekend!
Friday, September 2, 2011
Two Group Rides for tomorrow, the 3rd
Wow! I can't believe it's already September, and Labor Day weekend at that! It was a nice end to August with the USA Pro Cycling Challenge, and I personally enjoyed it volunteering at both the Stage 5 Finish in Breckenridge, and Stage 6 in Denver. What a fabulous way to promote our state and cycling!
This weekend we'll be hosting two group rides. The recreational group will head out Belleview to the 470 trail, down and around to the Platte, and back up to Bear Creek and across This is a fun loop to do, about 33 miles with rolling hills.
Our second ride will be lead by the IC3 group, and will go out to Lookout Mountain and back. This is a 40 mile no drop ride. If you fall behind, everyone will meet back up at the Dinosaur Lot Park-n-ride on the way back.
Both rides leave promptly at 9:30am, so be sure to arrive early to fill out a waiver if you haven't ridden with us, pump up your tires, and get any snacks you need to. It's looking like a beautiful day, and I'm looking forward to seeing you all there! What better way to start off the long weekend than by burning off some calories before those BBQs? :)
This weekend we'll be hosting two group rides. The recreational group will head out Belleview to the 470 trail, down and around to the Platte, and back up to Bear Creek and across This is a fun loop to do, about 33 miles with rolling hills.
Our second ride will be lead by the IC3 group, and will go out to Lookout Mountain and back. This is a 40 mile no drop ride. If you fall behind, everyone will meet back up at the Dinosaur Lot Park-n-ride on the way back.
Both rides leave promptly at 9:30am, so be sure to arrive early to fill out a waiver if you haven't ridden with us, pump up your tires, and get any snacks you need to. It's looking like a beautiful day, and I'm looking forward to seeing you all there! What better way to start off the long weekend than by burning off some calories before those BBQs? :)
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