About us
This is the Meetup group of the Boulder Mountainbike Alliance (BMA). We have 3 group rides every week for riders of all levels. Rides are open to everyone (members and non-members). Find out more about BMA.
About BMA The mission of BMA is to serve as a positive voice for mountain biking in the greater Boulder Colorado area by improving the trail experience for all users through social rides and events, advocacy, and trail building. Join BMA today to support our efforts!
This group hosts weekly group mountain bike rides for those who want to explore the MTB trails around Boulder with others at their level. The rides are meant to be fun for all, so those intimidated by more advanced riders, fear not. If you need to get off your bike and walk it up a steep or tricky section, it's OK! We try to keep a pace that works for the whole group. All our rides have a Ride Guide, and many also have a sweep and are "no-drop" rides.
Our weekly rides:
🟢 - These casual-paced rides have little elevation gain, few technical features, no exposure and are appropriate for beginners
🔵 - Our intermediate rides are moderately paced, have 700’-1200′ of elevation gain and some exposure
⚫ - Advanced rides not only climb lots of elevation, but also have very steep pitches with technical features thrown in.
⚫⚫ - Double black rides are on trails that even a strong intermediate rider may have trouble with. Steep climbs, big drops, rolling over boulders, and jumps! Considerable risk of OTB (over the bars) and injury.
Tuesday - GurlzRide (🟢/🔵)
Wednesday - Knobby Wednesday (🟢)
Thursday - Trails & Ale (🔵/⚫)
Looking to improve your riding? We also offer MTB Skills Clinics for all levels. Find out more about skills clinics.
Want to get involved? We are an all volunteer organization and are always looking for enthusiastic people to lead rides, volunteer at events, help with admin, participate on a committee etc.
Some of the trails we frequently ride around Boulder: Betasso, Marshal Mesa, Dowdy Draw, Heil Ranch, Walker Ranch, and Magnolia.
Please arrive a few minutes before the posted time of the ride. If it says the ride is at 6pm, then that's when we start peddling. Looking forward to seeing you on the trail!
Upcoming events
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🟢 Nite Ride🟢
Marshall Mesa Trailhead, 5258 Eldorado Springs Dr, Boulder, CO, USLights are mandatory 🔦
The Ride:
- Marshall Mesa: Beginner-friendly trails with moderate climbing and some short rocky sections
- Aerobic Difficulty: 4/10, Technical Difficulty: 3/10
- Mileage and elevation vary - several loop options
- ⚡ e-Bikes are permitted on this ride for all folks on the east side of Hwy 93 and for folks experiencing disabilities on the west side of Hwy 93. See City of Boulder regulations for more details.
Nite Rides:
- Co-ed chill intermediate ride. Welcoming group for folks trying out night rides for the first time.
- We’ll split into 2-3 smaller groups according to desired pace
- No drop ride – we stop at all intersections and wait for all!
Housekeeping:
- Please sign up on Meetup. By signing up for this ride, you agree to our Waiver.
- Meetup page will be updated with weather conditions - please check prior to the ride for the most up to date information! Event will be cancelled if there is inclement weather. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for a timely departure!
- All riders MUST wear a helmet and close-toe shoes, bring water and food, and have a trail-ready bike.
- Riders should carry basic tools: a spare tube, pump, tire lever, chain tool and Allen wrenches.
- All riders ride at their own risk, group leaders take no responsibility for rider safety/injury.
About BMA:
- The Boulder Mountainbike Alliance is a volunteer-run, membership-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. BMA's mission is to serve as a positive voice for mountain biking in the greater Boulder Colorado area by improving the trail experience for all users through skill clinics, social rides, events, advocacy, and trail building.
- Learn more about BMA.
- Membership signup and Donations
- Send us an email if you have any questions - bma@bouldermountainbike.org
13 attendees🟢 Nite Ride 🟢
Fourmile Creek/Lee Hill Trail Head Lot, 418 Lee Hill Dr, Boulder, CO, USLights are mandatory 🔦
The Ride:- North Sky: Beginner-friendly trails with moderate climbing and some short rocky sections
- Aerobic Difficulty: 4/10, Technical Difficulty: 3/10
- 9 miles and 575 ft of elevation gain
- ⚡ e-Bikes are permitted on this ride for folks experiencing disabilities. See City of Boulder regulations for more details.
Nite Rides:
- Co-ed chill intermediate ride. Welcoming group for folks trying out night rides for the first time.
- We’ll split into 2-3 smaller groups according to desired pace
- No drop ride – we stop at all intersections and wait for all!
Housekeeping:
- Please sign up on Meetup. By signing up for this ride, you agree to our Waiver.
- Meetup page will be updated with weather conditions - please check prior to the ride for the most up to date information! Event will be cancelled if there is inclement weather. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for a timely departure!
- All riders MUST wear a helmet and close-toe shoes, bring water and food, and have a trail-ready bike.
- Riders should carry basic tools: a spare tube, pump, tire lever, chain tool and Allen wrenches.
- All riders ride at their own risk, group leaders take no responsibility for rider safety/injury.
About BMA:
- The Boulder Mountainbike Alliance is a volunteer-run, membership-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. BMA's mission is to serve as a positive voice for mountain biking in the greater Boulder Colorado area by improving the trail experience for all users through skill clinics, social rides, events, advocacy, and trail building.
- Learn more about BMA.
- Membership signup and Donations
- Send us an email if you have any questions - bma@bouldermountainbike.org
8 attendees
⚫/⚫⚫ Enduro Ride ⚫/⚫⚫
Lefthand Canyon OHV trailhead, 2270-4216 Lefthand Canyon Dr, Boulder, CO, USLights are mandatory!!
The Ride:
- Lefthand: Steep and sometimes loose fire road climbs with steep, loose and technical descents
- Aerobic Difficulty: 9/10, Technical Difficulty: 8/10
- The climbs are about 500 ft/mile and we'll try to do a couple laps. Expect over 1,000 - 2,000 ft of climbing in 6-10 miles
- Google pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6SJyHD8wxpGiGnoLA
Enduro Ride:
- Coed intermediate/advanced ride with a relaxed pace on the climbs and a faster, more technical focus on the descents.
- We’ll split into 2-3 smaller groups according to desired pace
- No drop ride – we stop at all intersections and wait for all!
Housekeeping:
- Please sign up on Meetup. By signing up for this ride, you agree to our Waiver.
- Meetup page will be updated with weather conditions - please check prior to the ride for the most up to date information! Event will be cancelled if there is inclement weather. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for a timely departure!
- All riders MUST wear a helmet and close-toe shoes, bring water and food, and have a trail-ready bike.
- Riders should carry basic tools: a spare tube, pump, tire lever, chain tool and Allen wrenches.
- All riders ride at their own risk, group leaders take no responsibility for rider safety/injury.
About BMA:
- The Boulder Mountainbike Alliance is a volunteer-run, membership-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. BMA's mission is to serve as a positive voice for mountain biking in the greater Boulder Colorado area by improving the trail experience for all users through skill clinics, social rides, events, advocacy, and trail building.
- Learn more about BMA.
- Membership signup and Donations
- Send us an email if you have any questions - bma@bouldermountainbike.org
6 attendees
Nite Ride 🔵
Doudy Draw TH, El Dorado Springs Dr, Boulder, CO, USLights are mandatory 🔦
🔵 Come join us for a chill night ride at Doudy Draw. Lights are required, here's some tips if you haven't mountain biked in the dark before.
Aerobic Difficulty: 3/10
Technical Difficulty: 5/10 (bumped up a notch for night riding)IMPORTANT INFO ABOUT THE RIDE
- Riders must sign a liability waiver once during the season. By signing up for this ride, you agree to our Waiver
- ⚡ e-Bikes are permitted on this ride for folks experiencing mobility disabilities
- All riders MUST wear a helmet, bring water, and have a trail-ready bike.
- All riders ride at their own risk, group leaders take no responsibility for rider safety/injury.
- This is a no-drop ride.
- Riders should also carry basic tools: a spare tube in your correct tire size, a pump, tire lever, a chain tool and basic Allen wrenches. Snacks are recommended.
- Rides launch on time. Please arrive at 5:45, rides will roll at 6:00.
- If the weather is iffy make sure to check this page a few hours before the ride for updated info. If you signed up for the ride you should also receive an email in the event of a cancellation. We will make weather cancellations by 3:00.
- For permitting and planning purposes, you must sign up if you plan to join us.
The Boulder Mountainbike Alliance is a volunteer-run, membership-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. BMA's mission is to serve as a positive voice for mountain biking in the greater Boulder Colorado area by improving the trail experience for all users through skill clinics, social rides, events, advocacy, and trail building. Learn more about BMA.
Send us an email if you have any questions - bma@bouldermountainbike.org8 attendees
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