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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TNGR Potluck Xmas Tree Farm route (B–/INT/14mi/1.8k ft)
Saratoga Gap Parking, 17301 Skyline Blvd, Saratoga, CA, USEnjoy 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. (Note: Richard and I are planning to do the 'Xmas Tree Farm' route on this week's ride, which adds an extra 4 miles and 400 feet of climbing to the standard route. If you want to stick to the usual 10-mile route and you know the way, that's fine too).
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.
5 attendees
Thursday Night Gap Potluck C pace, Int. skill, 8mi/1k ft
Saratoga Gap Parking, 17301 Skyline Blvd, Saratoga, CA, USA 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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Pacifica Scenic Adventure (INT / 16 miles / 2400 ft / C pace)
Gray Whale Cove Parking Lot, 5929 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacifica, ca, USJoin us for a scenic coastal loop featuring cliffside bluffs, beachside bike paths, and a rewarding climb up San Pedro Mountain. This is a social, intermediate adventure ride with singletrack, coastal views, and a bit of route exploration.
!!! IMPORTANT !!!
- ADVENTURE RIDE! I know most of the dirt trails along this route, but not all of the connecting bike paths. Distance and duration estimates are approximate—expect a bit of exploration!
- HIGH EXPOSURE! Portions of this route feature significant cliff/height exposure. If you are uncomfortable with heights, this ride is not for you.
Logistics
- Meet location: Grey Whale Cove parking lot.
- Meet time: 9:20
- Roll time: 9:30 sharp.
- Cell signal: Very Poor. Send those "I'll be late" messages early.
Route
- Start through Devil's Slide and wooded trails toward Pacifica State Beach.
- Ride the coastal bike path out to Mori Point for a quick scenic loop.
- Head back along the coastal trail toward Old San Pedro Mountain Road
- Optional brief scouting loop near the base
- Climb up San Pedro Mountain and take scenic Old Colma Road back to the starting point.
Difficulty
- Skills: Intermediate. Most trails are manageable, but singletrack sections feature loose rock and tricky ruts.
- Fitness: Intermediate. Aside from the sustained climb up San Pedro Mountain, the profile is mostly flat. Strong Endurance required to pace through a long day in the saddle
- Pace: C. Regrouping at every trail junction, casual climbing, relaxed singletrack pace, and plenty of photo stops.
What to bring
- Helmet: Must
- Steed: A well-maintained mountain bike.
- Hydration + Snacks: Expect a long day of riding.
- Tools. Basic trailside repair kit.
- Tail light: Recommended for some short road sections.
- Long-sleeves + Gloves: Recommended as there could be overgrown vegetation on the single-tracks.
- Wind Jacket: Coastal weather changes quickly
Group Rules
- Road Safety: Ride single-file on public roads, follow traffic laws, and yield to all pedestrians/hikers.
- Members Only: No guest riders allowed due to liability. If you want to bring a friend, please have them officially join WCMB before signing up.
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=sharing
All 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.
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