Colorado Springs Cycling Club

PLEASE NOTE THE NEW START TIME OF 10:00 AM

Please check here for updates to this ride. Weather and surface conditions are our main concerns if this ride happens or not. If this ride will be canceled, the ride leader will update this page 24 hours in advance.

Our first Tuesday of the Month/beginner gravel ride.

Out and Back - 18 miles: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47299000

26 mile route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47007099

The Tuesday Morning Gravel Ride is a no-drop ride with catch-up points along the route. We will typically ride at an intermediate pace (avg. 10-14 mph). We will leave from a different location each week. The ride leader will publish a link to the route on the Saturday or Sunday before the ride with the start location. You should be able to download the free version of Ride With GPS from your phone's app store.

Please note that in order to participate in this event you must read the following in its entirety, read all updates posted in the comments thread, and respond promptly to all direct messages from the ride leader. You must also examine the route via the weekly link for details on the distance, surface and elevation profile.

A gravel, cyclocross, or mountain bike would be appropriate for this ride. We will do the ride at a moderate pace (10-14 mph avg.) with some fast sections. This is a no-drop friendly ride, but you must have done this distance before, or something close to it, and be confident that you can finish the ride. There may or may not be a planned rest stop along the route, but we will have a “sweep" and will regroup as necessary to ensure no rider is left behind. If you need to turn around or if you ride off the front, then getting back is your responsibility and at your own risk. Cell phone service can poor or nonexistent in some of the areas we will ride. You should not take the lead and push the pace or split the group without consulting the ride leader.

To attend this event, you must bring a tire repair kit and spare tube to change a flat tire. If you don't know how someone will help you. A small multi tool should also be considered. It is your responsibility to have a working bike, dress appropriately for the weather for your level of exertion, remain hydrated, and to consume enough calories. Be sure to bring plenty of water and snacks and consider bringing a rain jacket. Helmets must be worn whenever you are riding the bike.

We will share the trails and roads with other riders and users. We will not buzz or bomb other users. We will not engage in risky behavior that could harm ourselves or other people. We will follow all traffic laws and yield the right of way where appropriate. We will not antagonize other road or trail users.

Please note the 10:00 winter start time.

This is a scenic ride to the northwest through the Rockrimmon area. The route is 19 miles with 1017 feet of climbing. After beginning on the Pikes Peak Greenway the route circles up to W. Rockrimmon Rd. It continues north on Delmonico with a stop at Discovery Park. Return is via Allegheny, Centennial, 30th and Sinton Trail. Route is as follows:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49076368

The Wednesday Morning Ride is an intermediate no-drop social ride with catch-up points along the route. We ride at an intermediate pace (avg. 12-15 mph) with a “sweep" and catch up points to insure no rider is left behind. Each week, the leader will publish a route on the Sunday or Monday before the ride.

Please note that before you participate in this event you should examine the route for details on the distance and elevation profile. You should be able to download the free version of Ride With GPS from your phone's app store.

This fall we'll ride 18-28 miles depending on weather and road conditions. Unless noted, we will leave from Legacy Plaza off the I-25 and Centennial exit, and ride in different directions each week. We will move the start time later as the temperatures cool down.

Please arrive early enough to check your bike’s ABC’s (air, brakes, chain) so we can roll out on time. It is your responsibility to dress appropriately for the weather and to bring your own food, water, spare tube, tire repair kit, etc. Helmets must be worn whenever you are riding the bike.