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STORIES 14 Build it and they will ride 16

Two newly opened trails give mountain-bike riders new reasons to hit the dirt.

B ikes & Brews Check out the map and pedal here for a refreshing craft beer.

18 Call of the open road

Consider a long bike-pack trip or explore a shorter section closer to home.

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What if your next vacation didn’t just show you a destination—but truly immersed you in it? That’s the spirit behind Let’s Explore!, a cycling and walking tour company built on one simple idea: travel is better when you experience it actively, curiously, and in great company.

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Mention “Dordogne” to a French native, and you’ll likely hear “La bonne cuisine;” a tribute to its famed foie gras, truffles, and Bordeaux wines set amid some of France’s most stunning scenery. Join us for a week-long bike ride on quiet roads from medieval Sarlat to prehistoric Les Eyzies, passing castles, caves, and storybook villages.

Pedal along the Dordogne River, canoe beneath cliffside towns like La Roque-Gageac, Beynac, and Domme, and experience France at its very best from the seat of a bike!

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Provence, beginning in vibrant Aix-enProvence and cycling through the enchanting hilltop villages of the Vaucluse, filled with stunning vistas, lavender fields, and cobblestone streets.

Discover historic Arles, explore its bustling market, and enjoy a gourmet picnic at the iconic Pont du Gard, paired with exceptional local wine. Along the way, savor the flavors, landscapes, and unforgettable charm of Provence while creating lasting memories.

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Provence and the South of France: A Walking tour October 1-7, 2026

Our curated walking tour of Provence explores three captivating towns—ancient Arles, papal Avignon, and charming L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue—where sunlit cobblestone streets hum with history, art, and everyday Provençal life. Savor olive oils in Les Baux, taste renowned wines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and enjoy a picnic of fresh baguette and cheeses by the Pont du Gard.

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NORTHERN COLORADO IS HOME to a large and diverse cycling community—but not everyone has felt reflected in traditional bike spaces.

That’s the gap Joyride aims to fill: a community-first bike repair shop, café, and gathering space built for connection, accessibility, and belonging.

The idea didn’t appear overnight. It’s rooted in years of grassroots community-building. Queer+ Bikes has become a staple across Fort Collins, hosting monthly rides, socials, off-bike events, and even a free gear closet—nearly 40 events in the past year alone. Meanwhile, RebeExplores has grown from online storytelling into real-world gatherings that center women and connection, making outdoor adventure more approachable.

Through this work, a clear need emerged: approachable bike repair, accessible education, and a welcoming, low-pressure environment— especially one that isn’t centered around alcohol. Joyride is the physical home for that vision. Women-, trans-, and queer-owned, and intentionally sober, the space is designed to feel different from the moment you walk in.

“Joyride was created by and for people who love cycling but haven’t always felt at home in traditional bike spaces,” say co-founders B Steele, Lauren Mehl, and Rebe Dunn. “Our goal is simple: to make cycling feel welcoming, possible, and fun—and to build real community around it.”

Event Profile:

FOCO FONDO THE FOCO FONDO HAS QUIETLY BECOME one of the most respected grassroots rides in the country—selling out year after year and drawing everyone from competitive racers to firsttime riders. As longtime announcer Dave Towle often noted, “it’s more than a race.” True to its name—fondo, or “a big ride”— the event blends competition with community, where roughly 100 riders race while nearly 1,900 others simply aim to finish.

But what does it take to bring something like this to life?

According to Whitney Allison, planning never really stops. “It’s a year-round endeavor,” she says, with the next event taking shape almost immediately after the last rider crosses the finish line. From there, momentum builds toward a January 1 registration launch and peaks again in July.

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shift—supporting more than 80 participants annually and reinforcing the event’s accessibility.

That community-first spirit is at the heart of the Friends of FoCo Fondo Enduro stage race preview. Built in Fort Collins and anchored at New Belgium Brewery, the event reflects a collaboration between local businesses, nonprofits, and riders themselves—creating a weekend that feels less like an event and more like a shared celebration on two wheels.

Local Celebrity Profile:

DAVE TOWLE, THE AMERICAN CYCLING REPORT

Instagram: @the_american_cycling_report Podcast on Apple and Spotify

KNOWN TO MOST EVERYONE BUT HIMSELF as “the voice of American cycling,” Dave Towle has spent decades bringing the sport to life—from announcing major races to shaping how fans experience cycling in the U.S. A Colorado native and self-described “Boulder kid,” Towle’s lifelong passion for the sport has evolved into a new platform: hosting The American Cycling Report.

Launched just six months ago, the independent podcast now features more than 35 episodes, with new releases twice a month.

While much of cycling media focuses on European racing, Towle’s goal is to spotlight American athletes, events, and the broader cycling community. “You can be involved in cycling in a million different ways,” he says, pointing to everything from professional road racing to local events and grassroots organizers.

The podcast fills a noticeable gap. “One of the biggest problems in cycling media is simply the lack of existing,” Towle explains. Through long-form interviews, he dives deeper than race results—exploring the human side of the sport. Listeners hear what drives athletes and organizers, what sparked their passion, and what keeps them going.

For Towle, it’s simple: highlight what’s positive, what’s fun, and the people who make American cycling worth following.

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SEAN BURNS, DESIGNER & FABRICATOR ODDITY CYCLES

IN A SMALL BUT STEADILY HUMMING corner of the custom bike world, Sean Burns is quietly building something remarkable. As the designer and fabricator behind Oddity Cycles, Burns has carved out a niche creating one-of-a-kind bicycles that blend precision engineering with artistic expression.

When he first started, there was no backup plan—only the certainty that it had to work. At the time, Burns was working as a project architect, hired in part for his ability to bring an artistic lens to technical design. He built bikes on the side, learning the craft through a mix of formal training and self-teaching, eventually refining his skills with guidance from mentor James Blakely.

Interestingly, Burns initially tried to keep himself out of the spotlight, even going by “Burnsey” to ensure the work stood on its own. It did—and today, demand often

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Each Oddity bike is a fully custom build, designed from the ground up. No templates, no repeats—just a continuous cycle of problem-solving and creativity. For Burns, every new commission is both a challenge and an opportunity: to translate a rider’s personality, style, and ambition into a machine that is as expressive as it is functional.

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NEW TRAILS TO EXPLORE KATIE HARRIS

MOUNTAIN BIKERS HAVE EVEN more reasons to hit the dirt this season, thanks to two newly opened trail sections in Northern Colorado.

Here’s what to know about these local additions, along with a few tips for riding safely.

BAY-TO-BAY TRAIL, HORSETOOTH RESERVOIR Horsetooth Reservoir’s newest trail section opened last May. Connecting the peninsula at the southern part of Inlet Bay to the South Bay swim beach, the trail is accessible via the Blue Sky Trailhead or South Bay swim beach parking lots. Entry requires a $10 entrance fee, purchasable through a QR code posted in the parking areas, or Larimer County annual pass.

At two feet wide, and with steep, rocky terrain, the moderate-rated, sand-based trail is open to hikers and bikers but not horseback riders.

The trail connects to Blue Sky Trail as well as Horsetooth Mountain Trail, extending the existing trail system with 1.8 miles of single track.

“Bay to Bay Trail provides an alternative route for any user to jump off the highway and get on a trail along that section, which has been a big positive,” says Larimer County Trails Supervisor Joel Schwab.

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Schwab says the trail is highly frequented due to its proximity to two popular areas and reservoir views, and reminds bikers to communicate and yield when passing hikers, who may need extra time to step aside due to steep drop-offs along the trail.

Find more information at larimer.gov and visit trails. colorado.gov for trail conditions.

ELK MEADOW TRAIL, BOBCAT RIDGE NATURAL AREA Last fall saw the completion of City of Fort Collins’ newest multi-use trail. The easy- to moderate-rated trail consists of 1.7 miles of natural surface footing, winding through the Bobcat Ridge valley, over seasonal stream drainages and among rock formations. Visitors can take in the views of red rock cliffs and foothills as they bike along the trail.

Accessible off the Valley Loop Trail, Elk Meadow Trail is wide enough to be utilized by adaptive bicycles as well as mountain bikers, hikers and horseback riders. The trail is multi-directional, and bikers are required to yield to hikers and horses. Riders traveling downhill should yield to those riding uphill.

Bobcat Ridge Natural Area is free to access, though parking is

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TRAIL TIPS YIELDING TO APPROACHING TRAFFIC: Stop and move aside for advancing hikers and horses.

Downhill riders move aside for uphill riders.

PASSING: Alert others on the trail when approaching, announcing the number in your group, and pass on the left when safe to do so.

SCAN THE TRAIL: Keep your eyes ahead, not down.

PRACTICE PRESERVATION: Stick to the trail and don’t ride when wet or muddy.

BRING THE ESSENTIALS: water, spare tube, pump and multi-tool.

RIDE SAFELY: Always wear a helmet.

PROPER FORM: Keep your weight centered, bend elbows and knees, anticipate hazards and always keep one finger on the brake lever, prepare for hills by downshifting early.

limited and often fills on peak season weekends. Dogs are prohibited in the area, except for service dogs.

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3. CooperSmith’s 5 Old Town Square 4. DC Oakes Brewhouse and Eatery 3581 E. Harmony Rd. #110 5. E quinox Brewing 133 Remington St 6. G ilded Goat 132 W. Mountain Ave.

10. Intersect Brewing 2160 W. Drake Rd. #A-1 11. K onstruct Brewing 3027 E. Harmony Rd., Ste #2 12. M axline Brewing 2724 McClelland Dr. #190

7. Gilded Goat 3500 S. College Ave. #194

13. Mythmaker Brewing Company 1035 S. Taft Hill Rd. 14. New Belgium Brewing Co. 500 Linden St. 15. Odell Brewing Co. 800 E. Lincoln Ave. 16. Peculier Ales 1831 E. Mulberry St. 17. P rost Brewing Co. 1510 S. College Ave. 18. Purpose Brewing & Cellars 4025 Mason St. #C

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CALL OF THE OPEN ROAD MULTI-DAY BIKE ADVENTURES DAN ENGLAND

SOME OF THE MOST FAMOUS backpacking routes in the world, such as the Appalachian Trail, offer more than many days of hiking. They offer an adventure.

But backpacking isn’t the only way to spend weeks worrying about nothing but getting from one end of the country to the other.

Some even call it “bikepacking.”

Many of the bike routes pass through Colorado and neighboring states and offer the opportunity for shorter itineraries nearby.

THE MICKELSON TRAIL This trail shows the beauty of converting an old railroad line into a path that people run, traverse by horseback, backpack and, of course, bike.

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converted railroad bridges, four rock tunnels and 14 trailheads. Many take a few days to do it, but some have biked it in a day.

The trail, from Edgemont to the gambling town of Deadwood, was South Dakota’s first rails-to-trails project. It follows the line constructed by the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad in 1890-91 and last used by Burlington Northern Railroad in 1986. The entire trail was completed in 1998.

The scenic trail is mountainous and forested and generally snow-covered even in late spring so it’s good to check conditions before you head on out.

Bicycle guiding companies offer tours of the trail, and many of them last six days.

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For some good tips and a forum, go to https://bikemickelson.com.

GREAT DIVIDE MOUNTAIN BIKE ROUTE This one cannot be done in a day, or even a month. Just ask Rick Arneson of Fort Collins.

This route is nearly 3,100 miles long and follows the Continental Divide as much as possible, crossing it more than 30 times. It took Arneson 62 days, with five days off, to cover it.

The two-month trip took an average of 50 miles a day to cover, no small feat on unpaved roads. In fact, about 90 percent is on unpaved trails and roads.

Arneson departed from Canmore AB, Canada in late July 2023 with a riding partner and finished at the Mexico border crossing of Antelope Wells, New Mexico, on Oct. 1.

“The route is simply dog-gone,

we abandoned the route, riding 28 miles of washed-out roads to a highway, then 30 some miles to a tiny restaurant that offered us shelter, a shower and prepared food. The prolonged borderline hypothermia haunts me still.”

stunningly beautiful traversing the Rocky Mountains,” Arneson says.

Arneson, 67, trained by riding 120 miles per week for about a year, mixing in some hiking and skiing.

“I had a great desire to immerse myself into the route’s remote physical, mechanical and mental challenges of the self-supported ride,” he says.

The route did indeed challenge him, with an estimated 200,000 feet of climbing, but perhaps the mental challenge was the hardest part as he was beaten down by bad weather.

“I was disturbed by a deep sense of vulnerability, finding myself wet, cold and isolated in remote New Mexico unable to ride in mud,” Arneson says. “Three days later

GOLDEN GRAVEL TRAIL The trail was created just this year as a digital route to celebrate the Adventure Cycling Association’s 50th anniversary. It spans eight states, from Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri.

The route features an incredible disparity in terrain, from the Great Plains to the Rocky Mountains, over its 3,800 miles. It is primarily off-road and the longest route published by the association since 1984.

“This mixed-surface adventure combines the technical challenge of primarily off-road riding with the soul-stirring diversity of America’s most iconic terrain. Built through meticulous research and local partnerships, the Golden Gravel Trail is the ultimate celebration of adventure, endurance, and the transformative power of bicycle travel,” the website states.

TRANSAMERICA ROUTE Kevin Black was no stranger to long routes before he and his wife, Kristi, decided to bike the TransAmerica

route, the premiere route to bike from the East Coast to the West.

He hiked the 2,660 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada prior to tackling the route.

He got a grant from Warrior Expeditions to hike that route, and both received another to bike the TransAmerica. The organization sponsors combat veterans by providing them with gear and a monthly stipend to complete a long-distance journey. Both are retired U.S. Marines.

Adventure Cycling put together the route in 1976, which not only had the route on its maps but places you could stay for free. The Blacks took full advantage of these places, some of which just asked for a little donation in return.

“We stayed in fire stations, churches, hostels,” Kevin says.

“Even a converted jail.”

The route is nearly all blacktop on secondary routes through “small-town U.S.A.,” Kevin says.

“It’s a way nearly everyone misses because they’re on the Interstate,” Kevin says.

The two purchased camping equipment, including a tent, and used it about half the time.

Kevin says the most difficult part of the ride was the Appalachian Mountains, which surprised him—he thought the Rockies would be tougher.

“Apparently, they don’t believe in switchbacks,” Kevin says. “We would spend 45 minutes in first gear standing on the bike to get to the top of a mountain, and then five minutes down the other side.”

The 4,400-mile journey took them three months from Williamsburg, Va., to Astoria, Ore. “There wasn’t one moment that we wondered what we were doing on the ride,” Kevin says. “We absolutely loved it.”

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NOCO BICYCLE Shops MOBILE SERVICE Bike Wrench www.MobileBike Wrench.com 970-231-0605 Northern Colorado Beeline Bikes www.beelinebikes.com Pedal (& Ski) Services pedalservicesco.com 970-818-8012

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BERTHOUD Berthoud Bicycle www.berthoudbicycle.com 443 ½ Mountain Ave. 970-532-2290

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Bandit’s Bikes banditsbikes.com 870 Moraine Ave., 970-308-4119 Estes Park Mountain Shop www.estesparkmountainshop.com 2050 Big Thompson Ave. 970-586-6548

Bender Bicycle Company benderbicycles.com 1007 N. College Ave. Unit G, 970-485-3848 Black Sheep Bikes www.blacksheepbikes.com 204 N. Link Lane #5 970-218-5952 Boo Bicycles www.boobicycles.com 1750 Laporte Ave. 970-444-2228 Brave New Wheel www.bravenew wheel.com 111 W. Olive St. 970-416-0417

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Cantitoe Road www.cantitoeroad.com 800-422-2104

Carver Surf Racks www. carverracks.com 2649 E. Mulberry St. Ste. 25 Drake Cycles www.drake cycles.com 902 W. Drake Rd. 970-631-8326 D’zzz Designz & Custom Bikes dzzzbikes.com 970-567-9613 Fort Collins Bicycle Co-op www.fcbikecoop.org 1501 N. College Ave. 970-484-3804 The Gearage Outdoor Sports www.gearageoutdoorsports.com 142 Remington St. 970-416-6803 Homeward Alliance Bike Repair Program www.homewardalliance.org/ hwa/bike-repair Various Fort Collins locations 970-658-9878

NOCO BICYCLE Shops www.incycle.com 202 W. Laurel St. 970-658-8224 931 E. Harmony Rd. 970-657-9402

Incycle Bicycles

Jax Outdoor Gear www.jaxgoods.com 1200 N. College Ave. 970-221-0544 Joyride FoCo joyridefoco.com Location TBD Mike-E-Bikes focoebike.com Moonmen Bikes www.moon menbikes.com 970-732-2943 Niner Bikes www.ninerbikes. com 1825 Sharp Point Dr., #110 877-646-3792 Oddity Cycles www.odditycycles. blogspot.com 4121 Kano Dr. Phoenix Cyclery www.phoenixcyclery.com 1532 E. Mulberry St., Ste. D 970-493-4517

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Road 34 www.road34.com 1213 W. Elizabeth St., 970-491-9934

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Sata Bikes satabikes.com The Spoke thespoke.colostate.edu 920 W. Plum St. (inside Laurel Village Pavilion), 970-491-BIKE

The Extra Mile Outdoor Gear & Bike www.theextramileoutdoorgear.com 126 W. 4th St. 970-800-3660

Topo Designs www.topodesigns.com 130B S. College Ave, 970-568-8628

I Know a Guy Bicycles iknowaguybicycles.com 970-290-5375

Incycle Bicycles

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Jax Outdoor Gear www.jaxgoods.com 950 E. Eisenhower Blvd.

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970-667-7375 PUSH Industries, Inc. www.pushindustries.com 1520 Taurus Ct., 970-278-1110 REI Co-op—Loveland rei.com/stores/loveland 1605 Fall River Dr. 970-617-1998 Trek Bicycle Loveland www.trekbikes.com 5745 McWhinney Blvd, 970-667-8735

WINDSOR Spokes www.spokesinc.com 427 Main St., 970-686-9275

Trailcraft Cycles www.trailcraftcycles.com 970-402-2384 Trek Bicycle Fort Collins www.trekbikes.com 226 E. Harmony Rd. 970-226-6006

GREELEY proVelo www.provelobikes.com 1003 W Horsetooth Rd 970-204-9935

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Find your biker gang RIDERS, RACERS, TRAINERS, TOURS, ADVOCATES, VOLUNTEERS REC RIDERS

Fort Collins Cycling Club Group rides for experienced adult cyclists of various abilities. www.fccycleclub.org Fort Follies Empowers women and all cyclists seeking femme spaces of all abilities and disciplines to ride for recreation or competition. www.fortfollies.com Overland Mountain Bike Association Builds and maintains trails, teaches people how to ride and patrol trails in northern Colorado and southern Wyoming. overlandmtb.org PEDAL Club (People’s Efforts to De-emphasize Autos in Loveland) Promotes cycling in Loveland and surrounding area through weekly rides and educational opportunities, and advocates for better bicycle safety. www.pedalclub.org Queer + Bikes NoCo based cycling and community group inviting queer folks and allies committed to upholding safe space and welcoming all bodies, experiences and genders. bio.site/queerplusbikes instagram.com/queerplusbikes

RACERS & TRAINERS

Ardor Racing Men’s cycling race team fueled by enthusiasm and passion that consists of Cat 1/2 road racers and a few dirt racers. www.ardor-racing.com Bike Sports Organizers of FoCo Fondo and Gravel Graceland, this husband and wife racing team also offers training, bicycle fit studio and more. www.bikesportsco.com

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Breakaway Cycles— Loveland Cycling Club Men’s and women’s masters team racing/riding/ adventuring on the road, gravel and mtb. Based in Loveland. facebook.com/breakaway.cycles.3 strava.com/clubs/loveland-cycling-club-12759 Ciclismo Racing Boys and girls junior mountain biking development programs and race preparation. ciclismoracing.com Corndoggies Cycling Men’s and women’s road, gravel, mountain, and cyclocross goal-oriented cycling team. instagram.com/corndoggiescyclingteam HART-ACCEL Pro Cycling Health Advocacy Racing Team (HART) is an American professional XC MTB team founded on and advocating for healthy lifestyle through small habits in exercise, nutrition, and mental health. hartcycling.com Miiflo Cycling Team Racing bikes, promoting races, supporting the cycling community. firstcitycyclingteam.com Northern Colorado Grassroots (NCGR) All levels of men and women recreational cyclists to professional MTB racers. northerncoloradograssrootsriders.com Send Town Bike Club Nonprofit cultivating a lifelong passion for cycling with non-competitive skills programs for youth riders, all-girls program plus all-ages muni (mountain unicycle) programs. www.sendtown.org Team Rio Grand Racing—Club Men’s and woman’s amateur cycling team consisting of riders of all ages and abilities racing in road, mtb, gravel, triathlon and www.cyclocross. facebook.com/TeamRioCycling

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Topo Designs Cycling Club Men’s and women’s cycling club competing in gravel, cyclocross and mountain bike adventures on behalf of Topo Designs. www.instagram.com/topodesignscc Twin Silo BMX Supports bicycle motocross (BMX) racing at the USABMX-sanctioned track in south Fort Collins. www.usabmx.com/tracks/1352

BICYCLE TOURS

Beer & Bike Tours Guides and support crew connect people to fun and safe adventures internationally as well as Fort Collins Brew Cruise. www.beerandbiketours.com Front Range Ride Guides Guided Colorado mountain bike tours, private skills clinics and repair classes. www.frontrangerideguides.com

ADVOCATES & VOLUNTEERS

Bike Fort Collins Northern Colorado-based nonprofit bicycle advocacy and bicycle education organization dedicated to advancing bicycling and other active modes of transportation. www.bikefortcollins.org Bike Windsor Programs brought to you by the Open Space and Trails Division. www.recreationliveshere. com/220/Bike-Windsor CSU Campus Bike Advisory Committee Offers support and guidance to enhance the bicycle experience for the CSU campus community. Participation of students, staff and business representatives welcome. www.bicycle.colostate.edu

Diamond Peaks Mountain Bike Patrol A service of Overland Mountain Bike Association, certified mountain bike patrollers assist others on trails in medical and or mechanical emergencies; educate trail users of proper etiquette; work on advocacy and trails. www.dpmbp.org Estes Park Cycling Coalition (EPCC) Promotes and increases cycling of all kinds in the Estes Valley, through advocacy, education, partnerships and community building events. www.bikeestes.org FC Moves This department within the city of Fort Collins’ Planning, Development, and Transportation Service Area exists to advance mobility solutions to increase walking, bicycling, transit use, shared and environmentally sustainable modes. www.fcgov.com/fcmoves

FC Moves Bicycle Ambassador Program (BAP) Northern Colorado community members who work to get more people on bicycles and educate community members to make the roadways safe and comfortable for all users. www.fcgov.com/bicycling/bicycle-ambassadorprogram Fort Collins Bicycle Co-op Nonprofit volunteer-run, community-owned bicycle shop dedicated to building community through bicycling “where people from all walks of life can learn a valuable skill in a fun, safe and embracing environment, a place where nothing is wasted and everything is for everyone.” www.fcbikecoop.org Greeley Bikes An initiative of the city of Greeley Public Works and Transportation Department to encourage and educate more people to travel by bike. www.greeleygov.com/activities/greeley-bikes

Homeward Alliance Bike Repair Program All-volunteer program providing free bike repair and maintenance to the homeless and others in need in the Fort Collins area.

Volunteers of all skill levels welcome. www.homewardalliance.org/hwa/bike-repair NoCo Bike & Ped Collaborative Advances connectivity of non-motorized networks for recreation, transportation and economic development through coordination, education and promotion. Holds monthly meetings open to the public. www.nfrmpo.org/bike-ped/noco Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Seeks to increase the number of students safely walking, bicycling, skateboarding, scootering, and taking the bus to school by delivering bicycle and pedestrian safety classes and advocacy for improved sidewalks and bike lanes. www.fcgov.com/saferoutes www.codot.gov/programs/bikeped/saferoutes

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THE 2026

BIKE CALENDAR MANY EVENTS/RIDES

WERE IN THE PLANNING PROCESS AT PRESS TIME. PLEASE CHECK

WEBSITES FOR FINALIZED DATES AND DETAILS.

DATES TBD OMBA Social/Trail Talks Happy hour social events and learn about upcoming OMBA events/ volunteer opportunities. Location varies. overlandmtb.org/events

ONE-OFF EVENTS MONTHLY EVENTS APRIL THROUGH NOVEMBER OMBA Big Days: Trail Maintenance & Build Days Volunteer trail maintenance events with OMBA crew leaders (all experience levels welcome); Thursday evenings late April–June and September–November on Foothills Trail; June 6–National Trails Day project with Ft Collins Natural Areas; other weekend project events TBD. overlandmtb.org FOURTH THURSDAYS Bike Fort Collins Happy Hour Get together to talk bikes and more.

Bikefortcollins.org/BFC-Happy-Hour

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1 OMBA Season Kickoff Party Learn about OMBA trail projects, events, group rides, MTB patrol & other volunteer opportunities. Agave Room at The Rio, 149 W Mountain Ave., FC. overlandmtb.org SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Free Gear Closet Take what you need & bring items to donate that could use a good home.

Hosted by Queer+ Bikes from 1–4pm at Cohere Coworking, 400 Remington St., Unit B, FC. overlandmtb.org SATURDAY, MAY 2 International Women’s Mountain Biking Day Women’s group ride with OMBA.

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Check website for location & start time. overlandmtb.org WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 National Bike & Roll to School Day K-12 students celebrate active transportation by biking and rolling to school. walkbiketoschool.org SATURDAY, MAY 16 Bike Fix-It Bonanza Free, quick bike safety checks and minor repairs. First-come, first-served from skilled mechanics plus learn simple tips to keep your bike rolling smoothly. 10am–3pm. Walk and Wheel Skills Hub, 1600 W Drake Rd., FC. fcgov.com/bicycling MAY 23 AND 24 Friends of FoCo Fondo x Fort Follies Women’s Weekend Women’s gravel clinic on Saturday (registration opens April 1) and women’s training ride on Sunday (no registration required). focofondo.com/training-rides-events/ fff-fort-follies-womens-2026

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SATURDAY, MAY 30 ARO Adaptive Cycling Offroad Clinic Test out ReActive Adaptations’ custom-built offroad hand cycles on trails suited to your comfort and skill level, including various distance options. All ages/abilities welcome.

Riverbend Ponds Natural Area, FC. webtrac.fcgov.com

JUNE 19 THROUGH 22 Four Seasons of Horsetooth (4SOH) Mountain Bike Challenge Grass-roots un-event with no entry fees and no real start times and is ridden on the solstices and equinoxes in Horsetooth Mountain Park and Lory State Park, FC. 4soh.org

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 Everybody Bike Day Loveland’s event encourages people of all ages/abilities to ride around town. Morning/afternoon stations offer comfort and safety for everybody on a bike. lovgov.org/ everybodybikeday

JUNE Colorado Bike Month Fun, encouraging, educational bicycle-related activities and events during the month of June. bikefortcollins.org, fcgov.com/bicycling, GreeleyBikes.com, lovgov.org/ everybodybikeday, recreationliveshere. com/220/Bike-Windsor

SATURDAY, JUNE 20 Freedom Tour Classic Community rides to bring hope and freedom to kids rescued from human trafficking. Four unique local rides ranging from 15–62 miles including family fun rides up to experienced levels. All routes begin/end at Timberline Church, FC. frontrangefreedomtour.org/freedomtour-classic

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 Bike Everywhere Day Windsor invites you to Colorado Bike to Work Day by biking not just to work, but anywhere and everywhere! Experience three fun stations throughout the day. recreationliveshere.com/220/BikeWindsor

TUESDAY, JUNE 2 Bike Month Proclamation Reading of the annual Bike Month Proclamation during City Council Meeting. 5pm,City Hall, 300 Laporte Ave., FC., fcgov.com/fcmoves/ upcoming-events

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 Bike Estes Day Combines Bike to Work 6-9am and a Costume Bike Parade and after-party 5-9pm. Both events start at the Estes Park Visitors Center. bikeestes.org, facebook.com/bikeestes

SATURDAY, JUNE 6 Ride to End ALZ A ride to fuel Alzheimer’s research.

Choose a distance between 23–75 miles. All routes start and finish at CSU Canvas Stadium, FC. alz.org/events/Ride-to-End-ALZ

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 Bike to Work (or Wherever) Day Ride your bike to work (or anywhere) and enjoy snack stations 6:30–9:30am and 4–6pm throughout Fort Collins. fortcollins.gov/DepartmentDirectory/FC-Moves

SUNDAY, JUNE 7 Bike & Trails Day at Loveland Farmer’s Market Ride your bike to the market and receive $5 “market bucks” for any vendor. 9am–1pm. Fairgrounds Park, 700 S. Railroad Ave., LV. lovgov.org/walkandbikemonth

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 Let’s Bike Day Bike, walk, or roll to one of the stations to grab food and other giveaways from local businesses and community partners. greeleyco.gov/ residents/transportation/bikes

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 Summer Bike from Work Bash BTWD afterparty where all who show up on their bike to O’Dell’s after work get a FREE beer and enjoy live music, door prizes and food trucks. bikefort collins.org/bike-from-work-bash SATURDAY, JUNE 27 Bike Fix-It Bonanza Free, quick bike safety checks and minor repairs. First-come, first-served from skilled mechanics plus learn simple tips to keep your bike rolling smoothly. 10am–3pm. Walk and Wheel Skills Hub, 1600 W Drake Rd, FC. fcgov.com/bicycling JULY 16 THROUGH 19 OMBA Member Campout at Curt Gowdy State Park Weekend of camping, riding and other fun in private group camping area reserved for OMBA members.

Curt Gowdy State Park, 1264 Granite Springs Rd., Cheyenne, WY. www.overlandmtb.org

SATURDAY, JULY 11 Bike Prom Dress up, ride out, and dance the night away in style. bikefortcollins. org/bike-prom JULY 16 THROUGH 19 FoCo Fondo p/b Fat Tire A gravel ride, a gravel race, rooted in the insanity of a fondo with the levity of the FoCo community. Starts at New Belgium Brewing, 500 Linden St., FC. www.FoCoFondo.com SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 Bike Fix-It Bonanza Free, quick bike safety checks and minor repairs. First-come, first-served from skilled mechanics plus learn simple tips to keep your bike rolling smoothly. 10am–3pm. Walk and Wheel Skills Hub, 1600 W Drake Rd, FC. fcgov.com/bicycling TBD AUGUST Poudre Trail Days Biking program along Poudre River Trail. Visit website for details. poudretrail.org TBD AUGUST Tour de Fat Fort Collins Costumed bicycle parade followed by a party with music, entertainment, contests and games. New Belgium Brewing, 500 Linden St., FC. newbelgium.com/events/tour-de-fat

TBD AUGUST Open Streets Fort Collins A community event that offers carfree streets for playing, biking and all modes of active transportation. Enjoy music, art, games, more. 10am-3pm.

Location TBD. fcgov.com/openstreets facebook.com/FoCoMoves MID-SEPTEMBER Four Seasons of Horsetooth (4SOH) Mountain Bike Challenge Grass-roots un-event with no entry fees and no real start times and is ridden on the solstices and equinoxes in Horsetooth Mountain Park and Lory State Park, FC. 4soh.org SEPTEMBER 25 THROUGH 27 Northern Colorado Mountain Bike (MTB) FestIval Demo bikes, poker ride, group rides, vendor expo, food trucks, beer/wine garden & more. Lory State Park, 708 Lodgepole Dr, Bellvue nocomtbfest.com overlandmtb.org/events SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 OMBA Take-a-Kid Mountain Biking Day Group rides for kids of all ages.

Lory State Park, 708 Lodgepole Dr., Bellvue. nocomtbfest.com overlandmtb.org/events SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 Tour de Farms Annual 30+ mile guided ride with tastings, beautiful scenery and community. Benefits Bike Fort Collins. bikefortcollins.org/tour-de-farms

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 Brighten the Night: Bike Light Giveaway Stay seen and safe with free bike lights for your bike. Stop by to get equipped, learn best practices for riding after dark, and light up your ride with confidence. 4–6:30pm, Walk and Wheel Skills Hub, 1600 W Drake Rd., FC. fcgov.com/bicycling MID-DECEMBER Four Seasons of Horsetooth (4SOH) Mountain Bike Challenge Grass-roots un-event with no entry fees and no real start times and is ridden on the solstices and equinoxes in Horsetooth Mountain Park and Lory State Park, FC. 4soh.org FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2027 Winter Bike to Work (or Wherever) Day Warm up with free breakfast and hot drinks when you ride your bike to work (or anywhere) located in NoCo communities. 7-9:30am. fcgov.com/bicycling, bikefortcollins. org/bike-to-work-day, GreeleyBikes. com, recreationliveshere.com/220/ Bike-Windsor LATE FEBRUARY/EARLY MARCH 2027 RioSwap Annual bike/gear swap and season kickoff party. Agave Room above Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant, FC. Free admission. Cheap vendor tables. yourgroupride.com/rioswap

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TENTATIVELY SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2027 Tour de Pi(e) Feature three top pie and pizza makers along a 10-mile ride. Benefits Bike Fort Collins. bikefortcollins.org/tour-de-pie-4 MID-MARCH 2027 Four Seasons of Horsetooth (4SOH) Mountain Bike Challenge Grass-roots un-event with no entry fees and no real start times and is ridden on the solstices and equinoxes in Horsetooth Mountain Park and Lory State Park, FC. 4soh.org

WEEKLY Rides MONTHS/DATES TBD Estes Park Cycling Coalition Group Rides Weekly road, gravel, and mountain bike rides. Check websites for info. bikeestes. org, facebook.com/bikeestes SUNDAYS, MAY 3 THROUGH SEPTEMBER Fort Follies Sunday Funday Endurance Rides Women’s endurance rides around northern Colorado, varying between road and gravel, 2–5 hour rides.

Meeting time/location varies by week. fortfollies.com/events MONDAYS, MAY THROUGH AUGUST Riocovery Ride Low intensity and low volume recovery ride. Hang out after for a marg or two. 6pm. The Rio, 143 W. Mountain Ave., FC. yourgroupride. com/riocovery-ride, facebook.com/ groups/236368099813146

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TUESDAYS, ALL YEAR LONG Fort Collins Cycling Club Tuesday Series Group rides around greater Fort Collins area (dependent on fair weather), various paces, followed by socializing at local bar and grill. Meets in parking lot south of Incycle, 931 E. Harmony Rd., FC. fccycleclub.org

THURSDAYS, APRIL 23 THROUGH MAY 28 ARO Adaptive Cycling Spring Session Experience the freedom of cycling around Fort Collins with an inclusive group. Adaptive cycles available or you can bring your own! Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Dr. webtrac.fcgov.com

TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS, ALL SEASON Tuesday/Thursday Group Ride (TTH) Hard (race pace) ride that rotates between three or four routes and lasts about 1.5 hours. 11:20am. Rock Creek Dr. and Technology Parkway, FC. yourgroupride.com/tth-tuesdaythursday-ride

THURSDAYS, JULY 23 THROUGH AUGUST 27 ARO Adaptive Cycling Summer Session Experience the freedom of cycling around Fort Collins with an inclusive group. Adaptive cycles available or you can bring your own! 5:30–7pm, Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Dr. webtrac.fcgov.com

WEDNESDAYS, APRIL THROUGH OCTOBER OMBA Social Rides Group ride options for all ability levels.

Check website for locations and start times. overlandmtb.org/events

SATURDAYS, ALL YEAR LONG Fort Collins Cycling Club Saturday Series Various pace groups around NoCo, typically 45–60 miles or more.

Starting location: parking lot west of Trek Bikes, 226 E. Harmony Rd., FC. Continues through winter weather permitting. fccycleclub.org

WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 29 THROUGH SEPTEMBER Fort Follies Wednesday Night Weepeats No-drop weekly women’s hill workout, rotating hills around West Fort Collins, roughly 1.5 hours.

5:45pm. Meet at Fort Collins Food Coop (formerly Fresh Foods/Beavers Market.) fortfollies.com/events THURSDAYS, MARCH THROUGH OCTOBER Fort Collins Cycling Club Thursday Series Various pace groups, typically 90 minutes, followed by refreshments and socializing. Starting location varies. Dependent on fair weather fccycleclub.org

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SATURDAYS, ALL YEAR LONG Fort Collins Cycling Club Saturday Series Various pace groups and distances.

Starting location: parking lot west of Trek Bikes,226 E. Harmony Rd., Fort Collins. Continues through winter weather permitting. fccycleclub.org SATURDAYS, ALL SEASON Saturday Open Ride (SOR) Solid B+ to A pace ride from 2–4 hours with different route every week. Time/ location varies seasonally. FC. yourgroupride.com/rides-races-events

SATURDAYS, ALL SEASON Breakaway Cycles Saturday Community Road Ride Open to the community to reinforce the shop’s commitment to local riders of all abilities. Times vary. Departs Breakaway Cycles, 2237 W. Eisenhower Blvd., LV. facebook.com/breakaway.cycles.3

MONTHLY RIDES JANUARY THROUGH JULY Fondo Training Rides Get ready for the July adventure with women-only weekend, beginners, onyour-own rides or gravel group rides. focofondo.com/training-rides-events MAY THROUGH SEPTEMBER Fort Collins Cycling Club Social Ride & Dinner Monthly 90-minute ride for various pace groups, usually on a Thursday evening, followed by a casual meal hosted at a club member’s home.

Guests are welcome, reservations required. fccycleclub.org YEAR-ROUND Queer+ Bikes Monthly Social & Ride Monthly rides start with a social hour for ANYONE (whether riding or no!) Follow up on Instagram and join our email list for times and locations. ridewithgps. com/clubs/15081-queer-bikes DATES TBD Fort Follies MTB Expand your riding circle, empower your riding skills and have a blast. fortfollies.com

DATES TBD OMBA Rides with Fort Follies Check website for days, locations and start times. overlandmtb.org/events

ONE-OFF RIDES SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Joy Ride Group Ride Joyride’s first gravel group ride with two pace groups. 10:15am–1pm, Cohere Coworking, 400 Remington St., Unit B, FC. instagram.com/joyridefoco SATURDAY, MAY 16 Fort Collins Cycling Club: Spring Fling Century Kick the season off with 14-, 30-, 63and 100-mile routes. fccycleclub.org WEDNESDAY, MAY 20 Ride of Silence Held annually on the third Wednesday in May, this nationally recognized event commemorates fallen cyclists and raises awareness about the need for safer streets for all. bikefortcollins. org/ride-of-silence-2025 SATURDAY, MAY 30 Weld County Grinder Gravel group ride on a 66-mile loop in and around Pawnee National Grasslands 8am, Nunn Town Park, Nunn.wcghpd. org/weld-county-grinder Please present this coupon to redeem.

SATURDAY, JUNE 13 Guided Bicycle Tours: Historical Loveland Churches Discover Loveland’s historic churches and landmarks on a guided bicycle tour. Registration required. lovgov.org/walkandbikemonth

SUNDAY, JUNE 21 Loveland Loop by Bike Join City of Loveland Staff for a ride of the 21-mile Loveland Loop.

Registration required Mehaffey Park 3285 W 22nd St., LV. lovgov.org/ walkandbikemonth SATURDAY, JULY 18 Fort Collins Cycling Club: Summer Fling Century Choose between 14-, 30-, 63- and 100-mile routes. fccycleclub.org AUGUST 14 THROUGH 16 Fort Collins Cycling Club: Estes Park Weekend Trip Challenge yourself with a 43-mile ride with 5,300-vertical-feet, including nine miles of gravel road climbing in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Camping at Hermit Park in group setting Registration required. fccycleclub.org SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Fort Collins Cycling Club: Fall Fling Century Choose between 14-, 30-, 63- and 100-mile routes. fccycleclub.org

Races APRIL 18 AND 19 CSU Cobb Lake Road Race & Oval Criterium Part of the Rocky Mountain Collegiate Cycling Conference, both races include collegiate and USAC citizen categories. Hosted by CSU Rams cycling team every Spring. bikereg.com/csu-cobb-cobb-lakeroad-race-and-oval-criterium

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APRIL THROUGH AUGUST NoCo Gravel Stage Race Free, Strava-based gravel stage race that takes place in Larimer and Weld counties. strava.com/clubs/1115720 yourgroupride.com/noco-gravelstage-race JUNE (DATES TBD) Stadium Criterium Series (formerly City Streets Criterium) Smooth, spectator-friendly course criterium series open to all ages, abilities, and genders and hosted by First City Cycling Team. Registration is on-site, day-of only. Timnath Middle-High School Stadium, 4700 E. Prospect Rd., Timnath. miiflocyclingteam.com/city-streetscriterium-series FRIDAY, JULY 3 North South Colorado BikePacking Race A self-supported gravel bikepacking race from Fort Collins to Triinidad with 200 miles of pavement and 300 of gravel and 15–30 miles of single track. northsouthcolorado.com SATURDAY, JULY 25 Laramie Range Epic Cross-country endurance mountain bike race with two race options.

Various age categories and entry fees. Volunteer or race.

Elaramierangeepic.com TUESDAYS, FALL Dirt Pile Races at New Belgium Brewing Cyclocross, mountain and gravel categories for ALL ages and abilities.

Those 18 years and under race for free. New Belgium Brewing, 500 Linden St., FC. sendtown.org/dirtpile

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NOVEMBER 21 AND 22 Cross of the North A grass roots cyclocross race for all ages and ability levels. New Belgium Brewing, 500 Linden St., FC. crossofthenorth.com

Classes

5:30–6:15pm. Locations TBD. fcgov.com/bicycling JUNE 29, JULY 22, AUGUST 26 Bicycle Maintenance 2 Second part intro to bicycle mechanics with focus on taking maintenance up a notch. Locations TBD. fcgov.com/bicycling

MAY THROUGH DECEMBER Bicycle Friendly Driver Interactive class prepares you to drive confidently around bicyclists, navigate bike infrastructure, and prevent common crashes. fcgov.com/bicycling

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 All Season Cyclist: Understanding Bike Infrastructure Explore common types of bike facilities and why they vary from street to street. 1:30–2:30pm, Council Tree Library, FC. fcgov.com/bicycling

WEDNESDAY, MAY 27 (B)e-Bike Savvy Ready to dive into the world of e-bikes? This comprehensive inperson class will cover everything you need to know about riding and maintaining an e-bike. Time/location TBD. fcgov.com/bicycling

SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 All Season Cyclist: Confident Bike Navigation Participants will learn how to use bike maps, signage, landmarks, and digital tools to plan trips that match their comfort level. 1:30–2:30pm, Council Tree Library, FC. fcgov.com/bicycling

SATURDAY, JUNE 13 Smart Cycling, Part 1: Road Rules Practical, hands-on skills to help you ride confidently and safely. 8am-Noon, Fort Collins Senior Center. Registration required. fcgov.com/bicycling

DATES TBD Fix-a-Flat Workshop Learn how to confidently repair flats on both tubed and tubeless tires.

Dates/locations TBD. fcgov.com/ bicycling

JUNE 13, JULY 11, AUGUST 8 Smart Cycling, Part 2: Road Skills Hands-on skills to help you ride confidently and safely. Times vary.

Walk and Wheel Skills Hub, 1600 W. Drake Rd., FC. Registration required. fcgov.com/bicycling

DATES TBD E-Bike Fix-a-Flat Workshop Empower yourself to handle one of the most common bike repairs, fixing a flat, on your electric bike. Dates/ locations TBD. fcgov.com/bicycling

JUNE 22, JULY 16, AUGUST 19 Bicycle Maintenance 1 Intro to bicycle mechanics class focuses on maintenance easily done at home to keep your bike happy.

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WINTER DATES TBD Cycling in Winter Tips and techniques to help you ride safely, confidently and comfortably through the winter months.Dates/ locations TBD. fcgov.com/bicycling

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VISIT US AT ROAD34.COM $ ROAD34BIKEBAR $ ROAD34BIKESHOP Just a 15 minute pedal from the trails for pre and post ride libations and last minute fixes

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