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All group rides depart from Full Cycle Bikes & Colorado Multisport

2355 30th Street, Boulder, CO 80301  |  (303) 440-1002

 

Refreshments at The Full Cycle Café & Bar, located inside Full Cycle Bikes & Colorado Multisport...all weekend Full Cycle Group Ride participants score 20% off at the cafe & bar after shop rides!

You can find more info about each ride and updates on our Strava Club and RidewithGPS Shop Page, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

Etiquette & expectations for all group riders: 

  • Read & sign our ride waiver before joining;
  • Read through & abide by proper Group Riding Etiquette;
  • Please park in the large parking lot behind the store (but NOT directly along the building...those are employee spots!);
  • Bikes with attached aerobars are allowed, but you MAY NOT ride in your aerobars on a Full Cycle group ride;
  • All riders should ensure their equipment is in good working order, have a spare tube and bike pump in case of flat, and know how to get back to Full Cycle (2355 30th Street, Boulder, CO 80301).

Our group ride leaders and sweepers earn credit at the bike shop and the cafe & bar...sound enticing?

 FC Ride Leader Guidelines & Intake Form

Full Cycle Group Riding Etiquette

Remember, this is not your ride. It is the group's ride!!

Dos
Don'ts

Be respectful to other riders and pedestrians, and ride safely! You represent yourself, Full Cycle, and the Cycling community as a whole. 

DON’T half-wheel! Stay squarely behind the rider in front of you. 

Signal and call out all turns, obstacles, stops, and any other communication from the Ride Leader. If something is signaled ahead of you, pass it back. 

DON’T attack the group outside of predetermined segments or climbs. Your Ride Leader will communicate if it’s okay to pick up the pace. 

Respect your Ride Leaders! They are the final say when it comes to safety and group dynamics. If they ask you to do something, please comply. 

DON’T roll through stop signs or red lights! Come to a full stop and wait for your Ride Leader to indicate when it’s safe to cross.

Weekly Group Rides Calendar

Shop Rides Calendar

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Ride Descriptions

CRUZERS RIDE (SENIORS ON BIKES)

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 

The Cruzers ride group (Seniors on Bikes, or SOBs) are a Boulder bike club that hosts local casual bike rides at an 11-12 mph average pace.  Riding on weekday mornings (Tues & Thurs), the Cruzers ride groups stress safety, scenery, and socialization on their strictly "no-drop" rides.

To join the Cruzers/SOBs email list for weekly ride announcements, contact their group administrator by clicking here.

WEDNESDAY GRAVEL GAUNTLET

WEDNESDAYS @ 6:00 PM 

This is a fast-paced ride for those looking for a hard effort every Wednesday evening. This ride follows a set route, and riders slow pedal from the shop to the gravel at the Boulder Reservoir, ride several set segments hard, then regroup and cruise back to the shop together for post-ride beverages.

WEDNESDAYS @ 12:00 PM 

Every Wednesday at noon, FasCat hosts a training ride from our shop. For more info, check out their Strava group for more information: https://www.strava.com/clubs/fascat-coaching.

THURSDAY VALMONT RIDE

THURSDAYS @ 6:00 PM 

For anyone looking for a group with whom to ride Valmont Bike Park! It is open to all ability levels, and will involve cruising to Valmont as a group, riding for about an hour, then cruising back to the shop as a group for post-ride beverages.








FLAGSTAFF FRIDAYS

FRIDAYS @ 7:00 AM

This ride alternates between climbing Chapman Drive and Flagstaff Road, descending Flagstaff Road each week. It’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend with some of the best climbs in town! This is a no-drop ride where riders will regroup at the bottom of the main climb, again at the top of Flag, and again at the bottom of the descent. 

Saturday & Sunday Rides @ 9AM

ALL WEEKEND RIDES START AT 9AM! Saturday rides are always on tarmac, while Sunday rides are always on gravel. These rides rotate between a number of curated routes from our Ride With GPS library, with all updates on routes, cancelations, start times, and other info communicated through the calendar below. We offer three ride levels for each of these rides:

DECAF

This ride is for you if you’re new to riding or looking for a relaxed, community-oriented feel where chatting is just as important as riding. Expect a 25-30 mile ride averaging no more than 14 miles per hour. This is a no-drop ride.









HALF-CAF

This ride is for you if you’re looking for a longer, moderately paced, community-focused ride where connecting with fellow riders is still the main focus of the ride. On long climbs or pre-determined segments, your Ride Leader may offer a regroup point for riders who want to move a little faster, but this is not a drop ride and not a race. Choose this ride if you already have some experience riding in a group and are looking for a moderately paced, endurance focused ride. Expect a 30-45 mile ride averaging 16-18 miles per hour depending on terrain.

ESPRESSO

If you’re looking for a workout, a long ride, lots of climbing, or all three, look no further than our Espresso ride. The group may spread out, and conversation will be difficult. These rides typically range from 40-60 miles with an average pace that may exceed 18-20 miles per hour. This is a drop ride.

SONIC BOOM SIZZLER

The first and third Saturday of every month, the Espresso ride will be led by Sonic Boom Racing. This ride will follow one of several set route options, with the goal of using race tactics and pace lines to average up to 25 mph. This will be an extra spicy Espresso ride for those looking for a solid workout and to work hard with their fellow riders.