About us
Welcome to West Coast Mountain Bikers!
Our group’s purpose is simple. We want to get people out riding whenever and wherever possible. As the Organizer of WCMB, I’m dedicated to helping people get out on the bike more often. I don’t care if you ride every day of the week or just a few times a month. I don’t care if you only ride with us or if you ride with lots of different groups. Mountain Biking for me is a passion that I want to share with everyone I meet. We don't care whether you're a hardened veteran that has seen the sport grow from fully rigid 21-speed bikes to the super machines they are today or someone who just bought their first mountain bike. We don't care if you if this is your first time riding in a group or if you're a member of every mountain biking social group there is.
My team of organizers and I have one simple goal: Try our best to provide you all with the absolute best rides. My team is made up of people from all walks of life from all over the Bay Area. We have Organizers representing nearly every part of the Bay including… the South Bay, East Bay, Peninsula, Santa Cruz and even the Central Valley and we all love to ride and share the ride with others.
Our rides will range from After-work social meetups and workouts to full on epic rides. We ride everywhere, including places that are off the radar of other groups. We ride all the local favorites, i.e. Fremont Older, Arastradero, Santa Teresa, Alum Rock, etc. as well as all the popular spots further outside our immediate area. Some of our favorites include Demo Forest, El Corte de Madera, Fort Ord, and the Many State parks nearby. We’ve also ventured to Tahoe, Downieville, Boggs and many more. As the years progress we will undoubtedly be adding even more exciting and fun places to our ride portfolio.
All of our rides will follow a no-drop policy. If you show up for a ride we’ll make sure you get out with us. Don’t worry about coming out and slowing people down. That sort of fence sitting will never get you out with a group. Come on out with us and we’ll look out for you. No one will be left behind on our rides.
If you ever have questions about how we rate rides or anything else please feel free to email me. I’m always willing to help a fellow rider, especially ones just getting started. We may not be the biggest group in the Bay but we are the best. I will always go out of my way to make my members feel welcome and appreciated. I also promise to never kick you out for not making it to a ride, I understand things happen. If you have idea for a ride or want to help out with hosting events, let me know. I'm always looking for passionate riders that love to share their passion with others on the trails.
Above everything else I just want people to get out and ride.
-David Butler
Founder
West Coast Mountain Bikers
Upcoming events
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Thursday Night Gap Ride (TNGR) potluck (B–/INT/10mi/1.4k ft)
Saratoga Gap Parking, 17301 Skyline Blvd, Saratoga, CA, USLater start time: 5:30 pm! Enjoy the ocean vistas of Long Ridge, the shady single-track of Peters Creek, and good times in the parking lot following this scenic and invigorating cross-country ride! The ride is full suspension, hard-tail, single-speed, and gravel bike friendly, but e-bikes aren't allowed on these trails. Check out the route here.
Please bring some food and/or drink to share post-ride. Also a plate, cup and utensils, and (optionally) a chair. There will be a stove/grill for anything that needs cooking. A warm and dry change of clothes, jacket and bug spray are useful.
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By RSVP'ing to or joining this event you acknowledge that you've read the TNGR Ride Rating and Release of Liability guide and you accept its terms.4 attendees
Thursday Night Gap Potluck C pace, Int. skill, 8mi/1k ft
Saratoga Gap Parking, 17301 Skyline Blvd, Saratoga, CA, USLater start time: 5:30 pm! A C-paced version of the TNGR Potluck Ride. This ride meets at the same place and time as the B ride, and we join in with the same post-ride potluck as the B group. Bring food or drink for the potluck, for example snacks, side dishes, dessert. We ride as a separate group, at a slower pace with frequent stops for regrouping. This ride requires intermediate skills and you should be able to ride 8 miles and climb 1,000 feet of intermediate terrain in under two hours. If you're confident on trails such as Arastradero and Calero, this ride is a good next step.
A warm and dry change of clothes, jacket and bug spray are useful as well.
The C route: https://www.trailforks.com/route/8-mile-saratoga-gap-route/?activitytype=1&z=13.4&lat=37.28021&lon=-122.15953
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By RSVP'ing to or joining this event, you acknowledge that you've read and understood the TNGR Ride Rating and Release of Liability guide.
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Demo Flow, Steady n Slow (Intermediate / 16 miles / 2300 ft / C pace)
Soquel Demonstration Trail Head, Creek, Los Gatos, CA, USJoin us for a classic tour through Soquel Demonstration State Forest! We’ll be tackling the quintessential Demo experience: a steady climb followed by some of the best technical and flowy singletrack in the region... and end with a gruesome fire road climb back T_T
The Route
- Climb: Fire road grind to the top of Aptos Creek.
- Descent: Ridge Trail (Technical) followed by the Flow Trail (Fast & Flowy).
- The Return: Fire road climb back out to the staging area.
Pace & Difficulty
- Skill: Intermediate. Ridge features roots and technical rock gardens; Flow is high-speed with large berms and rollers.
- Fitness: Intermediate+. The fire road climbs are long and tough and Flow trail itself can destroy your thighs...
- Pace: C-Pace. We are aiming for roughly 90 minutes per climb (with 1–2 rest stops) and about an hour on the singletrack.
Schedule & Logistics
- Meet: 9:20 AM at the bridge.
- Roll: 9:30 AM sharp.
- There is no cell service at the staging area. We won't see "running late" messages, so please aim to be early! If you miss the roll, feel free to try and catch us on the first climb.
Required Gear
- A well-maintained mountain bike.
- Helmet (Required).
- Water, snacks, and trailside repair tools (tubes, multi-tool, pump).
Keep in mind that Soquel Demonstration State Forest does NOT allow E-bikes
Guest riders are not allowed; this ride is for WCMB members. If you have a guest, please have them join. Liability etc. Thank you.
NOW THE NITTY GRITTY...
West Coast Mountain Bikers is a group riding community. We don't encourage individuals to come out to our rides that want to do their own ride five minutes after starting with us. We start together and stick together.If new to our group, please take the time to read our Ride Rating Guide, found at the link below.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eml9bs3b9aPik-XF9EuazGouBVefExveQXBc58Nkl9o/edit?usp=sharingAll of our rides require a helmet and properly maintained mountain bike.
Riders should be sure to read the description of the ride fully prior to their RSVP. Rides will vary by location and organizer, so be sure to sign up for rides that are appropriate for your skill and fitness level. If unsure if an event is appropriate, contact the event host prior to the event. If you have an existing medical condition please consult your doctor prior to joining an event.Meetup.com and West Coast Mountain Bikers do not allow minors to attend events. We will occasionally make exceptions, so long as the parent is also in attendance.
The event host and organizers ultimately have the last call on who can and cannot attend a particular event. When a members safety is concerned we will always err on the side of caution.
Release of Liability:By joining this event, you hereby RELEASE and DISCHARGE it's owners, principals, affiliates, presenters, organizer, assistant organizer, hosts and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for injuries, damages, death and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice or information contained herein. You further agree that if you or someone under your supervision uses the information on this website you assume all risks of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release providers from all liability.
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Calero: San Vincente to Oak Cove (Adv-Beginner / 16 miles / 1600 ft / C pace)
Calero County Park at Rancho San Vincente, 21151 McKean Rd., San Jose, ca, USJoin us for a casual cruise through Calero County Park while the hills are still somewhat green! This is a great opportunity to enjoy the scenery and connect with fellow riders on some of the park's most approachable trails.
Ride Details
- Meeting Time: 9:20 AM. Wheels roll promptly at 9:30 AM
- Location: Rancho San Vicente Parking Area
- Route: Out-and-back to the mellow Oak Cove trail.
- Stats: ~16 miles | ~1,600 ft elevation gain.
- Technical Level: Advanced-Beginner. Expect mellow single-tracks that are smooth and non-technical.
- Pace: C. We’ll keep it steady and social—no rider left behind!
What to Bring
- Safety First: A helmet is mandatory.
- Gear: A well-maintained mountain bike and basic trail-side repair tools (spare tube, pump/CO2, multi-tool).
- Fuel: Plenty of water and your favorite trail snacks.
The Fine Print
This ride is officially for WCMB members only due to liability and insurance requirements.- Bringing a friend? We’d love to have them! Please just ensure they [sign up/join the club] before the ride starts so everyone is covered and ready to roll.
See you at the trailhead!
NOW THE NITTY GRITTY...
West Coast Mountain Bikers is a group riding community. We don't encourage individuals to come out to our rides that want to do their own ride five minutes after starting with us. We start together and stick together.If you are new to our group, please take a moment to read our Ride Rating Guide, available at the link below.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eml9bs3b9aPik-XF9EuazGouBVefExveQXBc58Nkl9o/edit?usp=sharingAll of our rides require a helmet and properly maintained mountain bike.
Riders should be sure to read the description of the ride fully prior to their RSVP. Rides will vary by location and organizer, so be sure to sign up for rides that are appropriate for your skill and fitness level. If unsure if an event is appropriate, contact the event host prior to the event. If you have an existing medical condition please consult your doctor prior to joining an event.Meetup.com and West Coast Mountain Bikers do not allow minors to attend events. We will occasionally make exceptions, so long as the parent is also in attendance.
The event host and organizers ultimately have the last call on who can and cannot attend a particular event. When a members safety is concerned we will always err on the side of caution.
Release of Liability:By joining this event, you hereby RELEASE and DISCHARGE it's owners, principals, affiliates, presenters, organizer, assistant organizer, hosts and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for injuries, damages, death and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice or information contained herein. You further agree that if you or someone under your supervision uses the information on this website you assume all risks of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release providers from all liability.
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