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BIKE CLINICS WITH PRO’S

Riders of all ages and abilities can learn from and ride with Alison Powers and ALP Cycles Coaching along with other high-level mountain bike coaches and professional riders who will offer personalized training and skills clinics for you, your friends, and for everyone!  Become a more confident bike rider by dialing in your bike handling skills, confidence, and fitness.

PLUS: New this year you can sign up for wilderness aid certification classes issued by Backcountry Medical Guides and its good for 2 years!

BLUES FROM THE TOP

June 23-24 also brings Blues From The Top 16 presented by the Grand County Blues Society. The lineup includes Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band, North Mississippi Allstars, Vintage Trouble Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, Nick Moss Band feat. Dennis Gruenling, Southern Avenue, Honey Island Swamp Band, Kara Grainger, Dragondeer, Fuse Worship, Kate Moss & The Catt Pack.

We roll from the pillars at six am sharp! Prizes TBD.

Note: Wed 6/27 is Bike To Work Day! I won’t be at Lookout that day as I’ll be manning our breakfast station (32nd and McIntyre- be sure to stop by!).

Distance: 95.5 miles
Elevation: +7049 ft
75% gravel

A true Rocky Mountain gravel grinder! You’ll start & finish at the iconic Periodic Brewing Company in the heart of historic Leadville, Colorado. In n=between will be the most epic gravel challenge available in the Rockies with an an adventure into Pike National Forest. A slow climb back up on CO 24 to Leadville remains, where the finish, friends, great food, and cold beer await!

Western Spirit Cycling has partnered with Crested Butte Mountain Resort to provide a summer Outerbike in one of the birthplaces of the sport. Crested Butte has always been high on the bucket list for hardcore riders, but now the new Evolution Bike Park has something for everyone. For three days, the world’s best bike and gear manufacturers will be set up at the Outerbike expo site. You can walk through, pick a bike and take ‘er for a spin around the Evolution Bike Park or hop on the lift to access the high country. Repeat as needed. Your registration fee buys you access to the all the bikes, lunches, shuttled rides, beer, prizes, and entrance to our evening parties!

FAQ

Q: Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

A: There are no age requirements. You must be 21 with proper I.D to drink at the beer garden. Those under the age of 18 are welcome to attend Outerbike, but a parent/guardian must sign a liability waiver for you to attend. If you are under 18 and traveling without your parent/guardian please contact us prior to the event.

Q: What can/can’t I bring to the event?

A: You should bring your shoes & pedals (if you ride clipless/SPD), helmet and your normal riding clothes. A Camelbak is also a great idea as many of the demo bikes do not have water bottle mounts.

No drugs or alcohol are permitted inside the event.

Q: Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

A: outerbike@westernspirit.com or 800 845 2453

Q: Can I update my registration information?

A: Yes at any time. Log in and make changes. Call Western Spirit with any other problems 800 845 2453

Leap2Fly is partnering with Colorado Backcountry to offer a unique experience for lady shredders out in Crested Butte. Known as one of the birthplaces of mountain biking, this small mountain town nestled in the Rocky Mountains boasts hundreds of miles of singletrack. As part of our mission with these guided retreats, we are looking to give our participants a one of a kind weekend in this magnificent location. Christian, founder of Leap2Fly will be joined by Janae Deverell, founder of Colorado Backcountry to show the trails from a locals perspective. Throughout the ride, you will have the opportunity to session drops, jumps, and technical sections along the way. Shuttles will be provided to maximize the riding time throughout the weekend.

All you need to do is show up with your bike, camping supplies and lunch/snacks to get you through the weekend, we’ll deal with the rest. During the days we’ll get to pedal through some of the best trails Crested Butte has to offer, followed by evenings of relaxation and having fun. We’ll sit around the campfire, share stories, and reflect on goals for the retreat and the rest of the year. Our goal is for you to leave encouraged and inspired in life, both on and off the bike. We hope you can join us down in Crested Butte for an impactful weekend you won’t soon forget!

Included:
Breakfast, shuttles, guiding, and camping

Cost: $475

Retreat for all ladies of intermediate to advanced level

More info at https://www.leap2fly.com/crested-butte-aug-2018

Velorama is back! August 17th-19th, 2018 we are bringing back new headlining bands, the pro race and its improved fan fest! Come celebrate bicycle culture in Colorado with us through music, races, ancillary events, kid zones, craft food and beer and more!

Stay tuned to our social channels for more announcements on ticket sales, headlining bands, teams, and much much more!

Super fun and challenging Gravel Grinder. This course is sensational!! Phenomenal views, super challenging but brutally fun 63 miles, 80% Dirt, 20% paved and bike path. Starting at Criterium Bike Shop, following bike path to Garden of the Gods, thru the Garden, up Rampart Range Road to Mount Herman Road, down to Monument, back on path through the Air Force Academy and finishing at Criterium Bike Shop. 5400 feet of climbing!

People around the globe will explore parks and public lands by bicycle for Bike Your Park Day on September 29. Visit BikeYourParkDay.org for planning resources and no-cost registration. Registration for Bike Your Park Day registration will open in March.
https://www.adventurecycling.org/resources/bike-your-park-day/

Bike Travel Weekend and Bike Your Park Day are fun and easy, and they help get people outside and on bikes. There’s no cost to you or your participants (unless you want to charge a fee to participants to cover your costs). The initiatives help create community connections, promote destinations, and can boost local economies. You can participate in Bike Travel Weekend and Bike Your Park Day through your own programming or you can partner with other groups.

There are two ways to be part of Bike Travel Weekend & Bike Your Park Day:

1. Plan and register a Bike Travel Weekend trip at BikeTravelWeekend.org and/or register a Bike Your Park Day ride at BikeYourParkDay.org. Registration, planning resources, and inspiration are available for free. Plus, registrants will receive stickers for their group and will be entered to win a bike and Amtrak tickets to Glacier National Park.
https://www.adventurecycling.org/resources/bike-travel-weekend/register-a-bike-overnight/

2. Promote Bike Travel Weekend and Bike Your Park Day to your customers, visitors, and friends. Visit the “Promote” pages at BikeTravelWeekend.org and BikeYourParkDay.org for sharing resources and a downloadable Toolkit with resources to help you plan your rides or just encourage others to participate.
https://www.adventurecycling.org/resources/bike-travel-weekend/promote-your-bike-overnight/

Adventure Cycling also has Bike Travel Weekend and Bike Your Park Day sponsorship opportunities to help you promote your brand or destination. Please contact me at eva@adventurecycling.org or (406) 532-2743 if you are interested in sponsorship or if you have any questions about Bike Travel Weekend and Bike Your Park Day. I would be happy to walk you through the planning and promotional resources and registration process.  I can also send additional stickers and postcards for your audiences.

The date, location and times are all to be decided at this point. Likely outside of Denver this year!