What we’re about
Promoting – Building – Maintaining
Triangle Off-Road Cyclists (TORC) is a nonprofit volunteer organization (501) (C) (3) dedicated to safeguarding the future of mountain biking in the Triangle area of North Carolina through the promotion of responsible riding, establishment and maintenance of mountain biking trails, and preservation of North Carolina’s natural resources.
TORC is the Triangle area chapter of Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association (SORBA) and was founded in August 2005. Prior to TORC’s formation, the Triangle’s mountain bike community had been served by individual mountain bike clubs whose focus was limited to a specific trail network. TORC was formed to unify the region’s smaller clubs into a stronger voice for local mountain bikers.
Thank you for those that have joined. TORC is becoming a stronger and stronger influence within the Triangle NC area. The bigger our numbers and the larger pool of leaders and volunteers to draw from, directly means more success in our area for more trails and happier land managers/owners. Please look at the big picture for our local mountain bike advocacy efforts and join and volunteer to help.
If you haven’t already joined, for as little as $39 a year you could be a member of TORC, SORBA and the International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA). Visit www.torc-nc.org.
![img](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/4/8/8/event_267710312.jpeg)
An important part of promoting the sport of mountain biking is extending a welcome to everybody who is enthusiastic and interested in the sport. We offer rides, clinics, and events to accommodate people with all skill levels and the advancement of off-road cycling throughout the Triangle.
![img](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/5/f/0/event_267710672.jpeg)
We schedule trail workdays throughout the year to build new trail or maintain existing singletrack. Check our events calendar and volunteer at a trail near you! Trail workdays are essential events for TORC and the local mountain biking community at large. They ensure new trail gets built, existing trail remains sustainable, and that we maintain strong relationships with local public and private land managers.
![img](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/1/c/event_267710972.jpeg)
![img](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/8/7/a/event_267711322.jpeg)
TORC’s races are a great way to meet other local mountain bikers and compete. TORC holds several races per year. Each race usually has multiple categories, so that you can compete with others at your skill level as individuals or as a team.
![img](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/f/d/c/event_267713212.jpeg)
New trail development (and maintenance of existing trails) is important to the preservation of open space and encourages a healthy lifestyle for bikers of all ages. As dedicated stewards of the environment, TORC employs the International Mountain Biking Association’s (IMBA) trail-building best practices.
![img](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/d/1/1/c/event_267713532.jpeg)
TORC has built strong relationships with Park and Recreation Departments in Wake, Durham, and Orange counties. We also have working relationships with private land developers. These partnerships provide local mountain bikers with opportunities for trail access while protecting the future of existing trails.
TORC holds local group rides nearly year-round throughout the various trails for all different skills levels, with beginner rides being some of our most popular. These rides allow participants to meet new people, learn new skills and trail systems, and have fun. Keep an eye on our event calendar - visit https://www.meetup.com/torc-nc#calendar.
Search for “Triangle Off-Road Cyclists” and connect with other local mountain bikers on https://www.facebook.com/pages/Triangle-Off-Road-Cyclist-TORC/179388852095254.
![img](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/d/6/2/6/event_267714822.jpeg)
Help us continue to promote, build, and maintain mountain biking in the Triangle. Contact us at info@torc-nc.org or check out our website www.torc-nc.org for more information!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Noon ORC intermediate rideTown of Cary Parking Lot, Cary, NC
Meet at 11:45, roll at noon.
We'll ride Crabtree or 286 depending on what the group wants to do. Plan on 10-15 miles at an intermediate pace.
If the trails are closed then the ride will be in Umstead.Please fill out the 2024 TORC waiver
(Only needs to be filled out once a year.)What to bring:
Mountain bike in good working condition
Helmet
Hydration - LAST ONE! 2024 Umstead Walk/Run/Bike Family Friendly Event and Fundraiser6000 Reedy Creek Rd, Raleigh, NC
Register: https://umsteadcoalition.org/event-5612430
Volunteer: https://umsteadcoalition.org/event-5662171SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!!! This will be the 30th year and LAST at the Walton Pasture. We want to extend a sincere thanks to the Walton family for the last 30 years we have been able to hold an event on this amazing location. The Umstead Coalition is proud we prevented a proposed highway through this pasture site and William B. Umstead State Park and grateful for the great residential neighbors that effort enabled as well. We have other exciting events planned for the future, but the Walk/Run/Bike is a fun family event like no other - so don't miss out!
Enjoy a great day on Umstead State Park trails with a 4-mile walk/run or 4, 7 or 12-mile bike ride, led by Old North Cycling. Our annual event includes runners, walkers, bikers, babies in strollers and pets on leashes.
Participants are serenaded along the route by supporters and musicians and greeted at the finish with great snacks and acoustic music from the stage. There are children's activities, a silent auction, door prizes, food trucks and more. All funds raised are used for the benefit of Umstead State Park.Registration fees: Adult $45; Youth (age 12 and under) $30; Senior (age 60 and over) $40. There is a $10 discount for registrations through April 14. Participants receive an event bag which includes a limited edition T-shirt, coupons and event bib.
The bike ride starts at 9:30am and the walk/run starts at 9:45am, but come early to pick up your event bag and visit the craft vendors.
Spectators are welcome at no fee.Packet Pickup dates:
- Saturday, March 30 (1-3pm). Umstead State Park Visitor Center
- Saturday, April 6 (10am-noon). Walk/Run/Bike site
- Friday, April 12 (3-5pm). Great Outdoor Provision (Village District)
- Saturday, April 13 (1-4pm). Inside-Out Sports (Cary store)
- Friday, April 19 (5-7 pm). Walk/Run/Bike site
-Saturday, April 20 (8- 9 am). Walk/Run/Bike site and event day, (near)6000 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh (look for Walk/Run/Bike sign)
Register: https://umsteadcoalition.org/event-561243
Volunteer: https://umsteadcoalition.org/event-5662171