Jefferson County Mountain Bikers (Jeffco MTB)

Dedisse & Alderfer/Three Sisters

Standard Route: 13.6 miles 2157 feet of climbing and descending

This is a good trail with lots of flow, fun, and a few technical sections mixed in. Just like most of the other front range trails this one starts out climbing and keeps on going until we reach the top of Evergreen Mtn. There are some breaks in the grade along the way that will allow recovery but then its back up. The way back to the car is mostly a fast downhill until we reach the golf course. There are a few short climbs after that but nothing major. We will determine the route based who shows up the night of the ride.

Please RSVP if you plan to attend this ride.

Park Info: https://www.jeffco.us/980/Alderfer-Three-Sisters-Park

This one can be hard to find for those that have not been to the park before. Dedisse Park is 27 miles (43 km) west of Denver just west of Evergreen on Colorado State Highway 74. The park entrance is just after the merge from two lanes into one near the bottom of the hill on 74. If you get to a big sweeping corner with Evergreen lake in front of you, turn around because you missed the turn.

RULES:
1. Don't be late. If you are late it's YOUR responsibility to catch up. We are all racing the sunset.
2. No whining. This is a VOLUNTARY ride. If we are too slow, too fast, it's too hot, too cold, or too windy...please stay home and eat Cheetos instead
3. Show up even if the weather looks bad, most times it looks way worse than it really is. If we can't ride due to weather we will end up heading to a local pub for Happy Hour so your efforts won't be wasted.

Elk Meadow Bergen Peak

A strenuous climb and a super fun downhill!! Bring your climbing legs and some good brake pads”

Standard Route: 10.2 miles 2194 ft climbing 2194 ft descending

Don't let the description scare you, "strenuous" may not be the proper description. Its very manageable but its no cakewalk!

This always seems like one of the hardest rides to me but it is still one of our favorites. It will be difficult if you haven't been riding much but its June or close to it so all of you should be up for the challenge. The climb is long, difficult and somehow fun. About the time you may be feeling like you have had enough we reach the intersection of Bergen peak trail and Too long where a rest break is usually in order. From there its only another mile to the top but it seems like more. We will head to the top for a scenic overlook and then get ready to crank it up on the way down. The downhill seems endless and then you are back where we started, ready for a beer, Gatorade and a nap.

Due to the size of the crew that this ride typically draws, and the different pace preferences within the group, there will be a split start. Those that prefer a more moderate pace should be prepared to leave the lot at 5:45 sharp. Those that like to go faster will usually leave the lot 10-15 minutes later than the first group. If you are not sure where you will fit within the group plan on the early start.

Getting there: From I-70, exit onto Highway 74 (Exit 252) going south past Bergen Park. Continue 2.25 miles to Lewis Ridge Road turning right into the parking lot.

Park info: https://www.jeffco.us/1218/Elk-Meadow-Park

Please RSVP if you plan to attend this event

RULES:
1. Don't be late - We wait for No One (including myself). If you are late it's YOUR responsibility to catch up. We are all racing the sunset.
2. No whining. This is a VOLUNTARY ride. If we are too slow, too fast, it's too hot, too cold, or too windy...please stay home and eat Cheetos instead
3. Show up even if the weather looks bad, most times it looks way worse than it really is. If we can't ride due to weather we will end up heading to a local pub for Happy Hour so your efforts won't be wasted.

Chimney Gulch Apex Park Combo

“ Its just a fun ride. Good amounts of climbing with fast, fun and technical downhill segments!”

Standard Route: 14 miles 2500 ft climbing and descending

A great ride and group favorite! You will get to test your cardio endurance with the climb up Chimney Gulch and then crank it up on the descent(proper trail etiquette still applies) on Apex's Enchanted Forest, Grubstake and Pick N Sledge trails. Of course there is some climbing involved at Apex between the great downhill terrain. Good bike handling skills and good lungs are recommended for this ride.

Due to the size of the crew that this ride typically draws, and the different pace preferences within the group, there will be a split start. Those that prefer a more moderate pace should be prepared to leave the lot at 5:45 sharp. Those that like to go faster will usually leave the lot 10-15 minutes later than the first group. If you are not sure where you will fit within the group plan on the early start.

Apex park info: https://www.jeffco.us/1190/Apex-Park

Chimney Gulch trail info: https://www.jeffco.us/1440/Windy-Saddle-Park

Please RSVP if you plan to attend this event

RULES:
1. Don't be late. If you are late it's YOUR responsibility to catch up. We are all racing the sunset.
2. No whining. This is a VOLUNTARY ride. If we are too slow, too fast, it's too hot, too cold, or too windy...please stay home and eat Cheetos instead.
3. Show up even if the weather looks bad, most times it looks way worse than it really is. If we can't ride due to weather we will end up heading to a local pub for Happy Hour so your efforts won't be wasted.

Bike-only, downhill-directional trails, need I say more?

Standard Route: 13 miles with 2150 feet of climbing/descending.

This is a cool new trail system located 30 miles west of Denver in the heart of Colorado's gold rush hills, the town of Black Hawk sits in an area full of trail potential and mining-era riches. The City acquired the 600-acre property just north of town to create the Maryland Mountain Recreational Park and have successfully built approximately 12 miles of trail for hiking, running, and mountain biking. COMBA got involved during the design & construction phase and successfully advocated for the addition of four bike-only, downhill-directional trails to the master plan. We will ride the new Ore Chute trail but there are alternate routes available for those that are not up for it.

Please RSVP if you plan to attend this ride

RULES:
1. Don't be late - We wait for No One (including myself). If you are late it's YOUR responsibility to catch up. We are all racing the sunset.
2. No whining. This is a VOLUNTARY ride. If we are too slow, too fast, it's too hot, too cold, or too windy...please stay home and eat Cheetos instead
3. Show up even if the weather looks bad, most times it looks way worse than it really is. If we can't ride due to weather we will end up heading to a local pub for Happy Hour so your efforts won't be wasted