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Are we lucky or what? Captain Jacks, The Chutes, Falcon Trail, Palmer Park, leg-breaking climbs, hair-on-fire descents and everything between. Click "START DISCUSSION" below to share stories and photos about mountain biking in the Pikes Peak Region.

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Jeff Shelton

Right on everyone. I am a little surprised though that nobody mention Ute Pass Trail. I hear that trail is part of "Ring the Peak" trail. Has anyone completed that entire trail???

Jul 1, 2010
Brian McCarrie

Great map Mark. This topic is peaking my interest. Hey Jeff, I've been out on the Ute Pass trail. It is a part of the ring the peak system but I think it just puts you out on Highway 24. Not sure.

Jul 1, 2010
Tim Bergsten

Hey Jeff...Here is a new story about some ultra runners who did their own "Ring the Peak" run. http://pikespeaksports.us/group/roadtrailrunning/forum/topics/how-s...

Jul 1, 2010
Rob Lucas

Headed out for about 50 miles on the mountain bike. Hopefully back in time to shoot some photos of the CTS International Classic cross-country race

Jul 10, 2010
Jeff Shelton

Do you know the race results for Breck 100 Mens and B 32 women?

Jul 18, 2010
Jon Severson

Thinking of riding Red Rocks today at 4pm. Who's in?

Aug 4, 2010
Rosie Gonzalez

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Aug 18, 2010
Rob Lucas

Heading down to the Colorado Springs Cruisers ride in a little while. Come down and join me for an easy spin on the bike and socializing. Details here.

Aug 31, 2010
Cameron Chambers

Bike ride into the night. Tuesday 9/21-Leave from the CTS/Pro Cycling parking lot at 5:00 PM or just after. Bring lights if you have them. 3 hours'ish of riding but you can always turn around sooner. Everyone is welcome, hope to see you there

Sep 21, 2010
Cameron Chambers

Great bike ride last night. Thanks for coming Dan. We will do it again sometime soon

Sep 22, 2010
Bill Schmeister

Looking for anyone that might want to ride Falcon Trail today around 11am. Depart from parking lot at the North Entrance to AFA, ride down New Santa Fe Trail, cross RR tracks at overpass, ride up to Douglass crossing (approx Mile Marker 6), ride Falcon Loop (13 miles) back to just past MM 6, then reverse course to parking lot. Approx. 26 mile loop, about 2 hrs.

Oct 6, 2010
Cameron Chambers

Roll call of who all is going to 24 hours of Moab.

Oct 6, 2010
Brian McCarrie

I did 24 Hours of Moab on a 4 man team back in 1999. We completed 13 laps. Not a great finish but it was my first and only 24 hour event. Are you going?

Oct 8, 2010
Jon Severson

Please add Bike Clinic Too to your facebook today!

Nov 1, 2010
Bill Schmeister

First time ever using a HRM while cycling...
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/55388624

Nov 3, 2010
Bill Schmeister

Why I love Falcon Trail.
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/55506684

Nov 4, 2010
Cameron Chambers

Check out this video from Cheyenne Mountain State Park. It was a gorgeous Sunday out on the trails. Thanks Ascent Cycling for putting together the great ride. http://trailcrew.specialized.com/cameron/

Jan 30, 2011
Jon Zanone

Quick Falcon Trail report - very icy on the north side (golf course ridge) made worse by the warm up. Footprints in the snow have iced over and are difficult to ride on. Not fun at all...

Feb 14, 2011
Brian McCarrie

Thanks for the trail report Jon. I'm looking forward to getting back out on the Falcon Trail. Maybe in a couple weeks.

Feb 14, 2011
Jon Severson

Mar 15, 2011
Cameron Chambers

5:30 at the stables for St. Pat Palmer trail ride.

Trinity Brewery afterwards, probably around 8

Mar 17, 2011
Jon Severson

Well we've been meaning to throw together this list for awhile but right when we thought it was done we'd get another email or phone call asking if there was any space left. We still have about 9 places we're waiting to hear back from, but for now this is the final list. We'll add to it should we get any last minute additions:

1. PikesPeakSports.us

2. Kickstand/Denver Cruisers

3. Women’s Mountain Bike Association

4. Bike Colorado springs

5. Tops

6. Medicine wheel

5. Imba

6. Pace

7. Assisted bicycle tours

8. Highlands ranch cycling club

9. Lofty's Bike Art

10. Manitou bike shop

11. Bike clinic too

12. Cos bike club

13. Cheyenne Mt High School

14. COMBA

15. Salida Area TrailBuilders

16. Betty Bike Bash

17. SOCO Cycling Team

18: Bailey Hundo

19. Colorado Endurance Series

20. Tour de Cure

21. UltraRob.com

22. Victoria Cycles

23. Raven Cycles

24. One Hour Cycling Team

25. CO High School League

26. Ride for the Cure

27. Bandwagon

28 Old Town

29 SRM

30 Tessier Bikes

31 Salsa/Lazer/The Hub

32. Vincero/Mosiac

33. CS West

34. Angletech

35. Colorado Cyclist

36. Rec Rac

37. Koobi

38. Ground Up Designs

39. Upadowna

40. Kids on Bikes

41. Sand Creek Sports

42. "Shiggy's Out There" w/Titus Cycles and On-One Bikes

43. Colorado Wielersport Gold Sprints

44. Pactimo

45. Mecury

46. Dirtlabs

Mar 17, 2011
Cameron Chambers

Come do this ride on Saturday morning. Leaving from the CTS/ProCycling parking lot at 10 AM.

Mar 24, 2011
Jayson

Ride Saturday morning. Leaving CTS at 10am. Should be a blast. Plus Cameron Chambers will do a mini skills (cornering) clinic for any takers after the ride. Come All!

Mar 25, 2011
WDWALLACE

So anybody planning on any RIDES these weekend??? Since it looks like the WEATHER is gonna BE EXCELLENT!!!!

Apr 1, 2011
Cameron Chambers

Last Saturday was a blast. We are riding again from CTS/ProCycling parking lot at 10 AM, We would love to have all of you join in, the more the merrier

Apr 1, 2011
WDWALLACE

Another Mountain Bike Race on 16 April 11 at Cheyenne State Park starting at 9:00am, this race is Sponsored by the Fort Carson MWR. $5.00 for Military (DOD ID Cars Holder's) and and $20.00 for General Public. This price includes a T-Shirt. To register contact Fort Carson ITR or call 526-5366. Information about race call 526-5176

Apr 8, 2011
Cameron Chambers

Yahoo! That is awesome news

Apr 8, 2011
WDWALLACE

Here is a LINK to the event!!!

http://mwrfortcarson.com/event.php?cn=1179

Apr 8, 2011
WDWALLACE

Pics from todays race LOOK AWESOME!!!!! Hopeful will make it up there tomorrow for X-Country portion.

Apr 9, 2011
WDWALLACE

So happy I just picked up my 2011 Specialized Rockhopper 29 Comp today and was nice when I started riding but then turned cloudy. But that thing MOVES up a hill with NO problems!!!! See ya on the trails!!!!

May 3, 2011
Dave Adair

Has anyone tried to get on to the Academy this week? Looking for info on whether Falcon Trail is open because of the increased security.

May 4, 2011
Brian McCarrie

Hey Dave, I heard that South Gate was closed to visitors but North Gate is still open. I don't know this first hand, just heard it on Facebook.

May 4, 2011
Rob Lucas

I emailed the AFA Visitor Center about riding on the Academy and this is the reply

The Falcon trail is not open to the public. The only road open to the
public is the road from the north gate to the Visitor Center.

May 5, 2011
CODave

Just driving on, with a badge, was a pain this week! Though it was mid week and during the day, the Santa Fe was deserted as well. Wonder if the South gate is even open.

May 5, 2011
WDWALLACE

May 5, 2011
WDWALLACE

Here is the NEW BEAST Brian, see ya this Saturday at Garden of the Gods!!!

May 5, 2011
Tim Bergsten

Thanks Rob!

May 5, 2011
Cameron Chambers

I know this is last minute but... Impromptu trail race tonight 6/29/11 at 5:30 in Cheyenne Mountain State Park. We are going to do 4 laps of the MSC XC course. But if you want to do one, two, three whatever, come out for a hardworkout. Main trail head where the races there always start. Don't worry if you do not know the course, it is easy, we will learn ya.

Jun 29, 2011
CODave

Can anyone give me some advice on riding in or near Crested Butte? We are heading out Friday for the weekend and I need to find something family friendly but still challenging.

Jun 29, 2011
Mike and Lorena Wilder

We have not riden at CB, skied yes, biked no. While we were there we did check out the maps of the area and they seem to have a very good trail system in place. The local bike shops will be able to hook you up with a map as well as advice. Maps are also available at most of the tourist stops like hotels, cafes/restaurants, ect. This area is on our the "bucket list" of areas we are looking forwar to riding. Let us know what you think after your ride.

Jun 29, 2011
CODave

Thanks Mike & Lorena, I've been to CB in the winter before but never in the summer.... I look forward to the adventure and will keep the group informed of what I find. I googled and came up wirth some great options, thought some may be closed. Conflicting information is so fun.

Jun 29, 2011
Cameron Chambers

CODave- the 401 to Rustlers loop is the classic. And honestly any skill level can have fun on that. It climbs a long ways up past Gothic and then paralells the road dropping back down. You can shuttle it or ride from town. Everyone there can point you in the right direction.

Jun 29, 2011
CODave

Thanks Cameron, someone online said 401 was closed on the 6/4, but I'll check in when I get there. I appreciate the guidance. Singletracks rates it a black diamond which will scare the wife, but sounds like fun to me! Snodgrass sounds like a great ride too based on my search.

Jun 29, 2011
Ryan McAfee

does anyone want to ride buffalo creek on the 4th?

Jul 3, 2011
Cameron Chambers

Need a hammer session? Tonight at CMST. Be there 5:30, ready to ride just after.

Jul 6, 2011
CODave

For all interested, Crested Butte was fantastic. We rode Snodgrass first, the opening climb really makes you work for the downhill to follow. Gorgeous views no matter where you are on the ride. The climb from Gothic was through field of wild flowers (and some plant I've never seen before.) The opening of the single track on the downhill side was very green, making the trail disappear beyond the straight you were on. Flowing, soft and fast through the pine and aspen groves with welcome shade in the 80+ temps. The final drop back to Washington Gulch Road was a blast! Fast open field with a bridge over the one stream crossing. The 3000 extra feet of altitude certainly made me work for it. The following day we rode parts of Upper Loop and Upper Upper Loop. Great fun as well. The rocky trail certainly kept my focus. When we were lucky enough to be in the woods we got wonderful single track with some good tight turns followed by some technical downhills. The relaxing ride back to town for a pint or two was a great cool down. If you happen to stay on Mt Crested Butte, the shuttle will haul you and your bike up the hill for free if you need the rest after your day on the trails. I can recommend this town very highly. And don't hesitate to take the roadie if you prefer!

Jul 6, 2011
Tim Bergsten

Hey Dave! Thanks for the info on Crested Butte. Wish I was there right now.

Jul 6, 2011
Cameron Chambers

Awesome Hot Lap ride last night. The hard rain missed CMSP, just enough to give the corners a little extra speed. We upgraded from 1 person to 3 people. At this rate we will have all of COS out there by next summer. Next week 5:30 CMSP, a little different course but same idea. Hope to see a few more of you next week.

Jul 7, 2011
Jon Severson

How would you like to see 12 miles of singletrack right downtown? It can happen...

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bankers-Lunch-Loop/278036055569896?s...

Oct 28, 2011