Routt County Riders

RCR July Board Meeting
2025-07-07 17:30 - 18:00 (America/Denver) | CO
RCR board meetings are held nearly every month and are open to the public. Public comment will be taken within the first 10 minutes of the meeting.
Please RSVP to rcriders@routtcountyriders.org in advance so that we can share an agenda and location with you – venue changes by season.

Community Bike Shop Open Hours
2025-07-03 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-02 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-26 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-25 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-19 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-18 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-11 17:00 - 19:00 UTC and 1 more date | RCR Office, 2730 Downhill Plaza Unit 106A, Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487, United States
Stop by our growing community bike shop during our weekly open hours if you would like to check out our selection of donated bikes and parts, grab a used bike for yourself, or use one of our stands and tools to work on your own bike alongside our mechanics.

For any questions or to schedule a time to come by the shop outside of this, please reach out to matthew@routtcountyriders.org

2730 Downhill Plaza Unit 106A

SBT GRVL Kids’ Bike Race at Dry Creek Park p/b TCE & RCR
2025-06-29 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Dry Creek Park, 513 S Poplar St, Hayden, CO, 81639, United States
🚴‍♀️ SBT GRVL Kids’ Bike Race at Dry Creek Park!

📍 Location: Dry Creek Park, Hayden, CO
📅 Date: Sunday, June 29th
⏰ Start Time: 10:00 AM
🎂 Age Determined by: Age on race day
What!
This is a kids’ race that starts with a Le Mans start (more details below). Costumes are highly encouraged, and we’ll provide cape-making for all kids who participate! Each group will have one heat, and winners will be selected from each heat.
Share the spirit of SBT GRVL! Any working pedal bike is allowed, but a mountain bike is recommended for the terrain. Helmets are required. All podium awards will begin at 12:15 PM.
What is a Le Mans start?
In a Le Mans start, racers’ begin the race on foot, running to their bikes before hopping on and taking off! This adds an extra fun and exciting element to the race, giving everyone a fair shot at a strong start.
Age Groups & Race Distances

6 & Under → 1 lap

8 & Under → 2 laps

10 & Under → 3 laps

14 & Under → 4 laps

Race Schedule
Each heat starts 15 minutes apart to keep things moving smoothly.

Time
Race –

10:00 AM – Boys 6 & Under
10:15 AM – Girls 6 & Under
10:30 AM – Boys 8 & Under
10:45 AM – Girls 8 & Under
11:00 AM – Boys 10 & Under
11:15 AM – Girls 10 & Under
11:30 AM – Boys 14 & Under
11:45 AM – Girls 14 & Under
12:15 PM – Event Wrap-Up & Celebration 🎉

Please register HERE!

SBT GRVL HLL CLMB
2025-06-27 17:30 - 18:30 UTC | Howelsen Hill, Steamboat Springs
Style points count as much as speed as SBT GRVL once again return to the ski slopes for their spectator-friendly ascent up Blackmer. Shorter and sweet, this lung and leg buster benefits the nonprofit The Cycle Effect, so you can know you’re suffering for a great cause. Did we mention the winners in their categories win their weight in 🍺?

SBT GRVL Expo Day 2
2025-06-27 09:00 - 16:00 UTC | CO
Join RCR at our tent during the SBT GRVL Expo Days to chat all things bike advocacy and update your closet with the latest RCR schwag! This Expo is free to the public. More information can be found here: https://www.sbtgrvl.com/weekend-activities-2025

SBT GRVL Expo Day 1
2025-06-26 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | CO

SBT GRVL® FLM FST presented by POW
2025-06-26 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Bud Werner Library, 1289 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487, United States
“Lights, camera, action! GRVL® weekend officially kicks off with our 3rd annual FLM FST.
This year we’re honored to partner with POW, who will be serving up coffee, pastries, and showing a curated lineup of short films, including the SBT GRVL® 2025 documentary The Meaning of Ride.
The films will be followed by a panel discussion with POW athletes, filmmakers, and local ranchers. Don’t miss this free event.”

VLNTR for 2025 SBT GRVL
2025-06-26 - 2025-06-29 | CO
SBT GRVL wouldn’t be possible without the amazing help of volunteers!
There are so many fun ways to help out throughout ride/race week and weekend from finish line support to aid station cheering to helping set up their expo.
All volunteers will receive:

Volunteer T-Shirt (don’t worry, it’s a shirt you’ll actually want to wear more than once)
Complimentary meal on your volunteer shift if you’re working during lunch time– yum!
Guaranteed Entry for 2026!

You can explore the opportunities and sign up here!

2025 SBT GRVL
2025-06-26 - 2025-06-29 | CO
2025 SBT GRVL is here! There have been plenty of changes to this year’s event, so make sure you stay up to date by visiting their website: https://www.sbtgrvl.com/
We’ll see you Thursday and Friday for the Expo on Yampa St. and Saturday and Sunday as your post-race beer vendors!
For more information on where to find RCR this weekend, check out the individual days on our calendar.

Bike-to-Work Day Breakfast
2025-06-25 07:00 - 09:30 UTC | Courthouse Lawn, 522 Lincoln Ave, Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487, United States
RCR and many of our partners are excited to be hosting another year of Bike-To-Work Day grab & go breakfast burritos from Drunken Onion and coffee on the Courthouse Lawn!
Find us on Wednesday, June 25th from 7:00am-9:30am along with The Cycle Effect, Routt County Public Heath, UCHealth, and Yampa Valley Sustainability Council for fun, games, mingling, and extra points on your CARbon-Free Challenge cards!
All bike commuters are invited to swing by to grab a cup of hot coffee or tea and some grab & go goodies to start your day off strong.
City Council and RTA representatives will also be onsite to chat with their constituents about local transportation initiatives and answer any questions you might have.

Community Tech Tuesdays Series - Brakes
2025-06-24 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | RCR Office, 2730 Downhill Plaza Unit 106A, Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487, United States
Welcome to Community Tech Tuesdays Bike Maintenance Nights!
Join us on the last Tuesday of every month at 5:00 PM at RCR Headquarters this summer for an evening of learning and fun. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, come learn how to maintain and troubleshoot your bike like a pro in a supportive and inclusive environment. No experience necessary – just bring yourself and your bike!

Tuesday, May 27th – Getting Your Bike Ready to Ride
Tuesday, June 24th – Adjustments – Brakes
Tuesday, July 22nd – Adjustments – Derailleurs
Tuesday, August 26th – Putting Your Bike Away for the Season

Pizza and drinks provided! Suggested donation at the door.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with other community members who share your passion for cycling. See you there!
Questions? Please email lucy@routtcountyriders.org.

CANCELLED: Volunteer Trail Work Day: Pioneer Trail
2025-06-21 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | CO
Please note this event has been CANCELLED and will be rescheduled for a later date.
Help RCR + Steamboat Resort fix the Pioneer bridges that get a little beat up after a season of winter grooming! We’ll be riding the gondola up and hiking the trail down with dirt tools to fix the tread and make any bridge repairs.
Lunch and bevvies are provided for all volunteers PLUS a free Steamboat Bike Park Pass to use any day during the season! Sign-up and more information can be found here: https://x.gldn.io/e/Au3IgyF9TTb

Bike Match at the Farmers Market - Hayden
2025-06-19 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Hayden Farmers Market, South Walnut Street, Hayden, CO, United States
Come visit RCR Bike Match at area farmer’s markets all summer long. Bring your bike if you’d like a safety and maintenance check or have questions about your equipment that you’d like to discuss with our mechanics. Please reach out to matthew@routtcountyriders.org in advance if you have bike equipment to donate (can be done on-site at the markets) OR would like to be matched with an up-cycled bike of your own.

SUPPORT TRAILS at City Council
2025-06-17 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Centennial Hall, 124 10th St, Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487, United States
We know – it’s been a long road for the Mad Rabbit Trails Project. But we’re here to tell you that $1.6 million in funding for local trails is at stake (yes, again) if we don’t SHOW UP later this month when City Council will formally vote to allocate those funds. Please mark your calendars for this upcoming City Council meeting. We are asking that our members and supporters show up in person (or virtually, via Zoom) in order to see that $1.6 million of intended funding is successfully allocated by YOUR elected officials. At this point in the game, this is the most valuable contribution you can make to the success of this project – showing up at City Council on 6/17. The meeting starts at 5:00 PM in the Citizens’ Meeting Room in Centennial Hall (124 10th St).

We will ask that our members and supporters send positive public comments in advance if they are absolutely unable to attend.

Women's Tech Tuesdays Series - Brakes
2025-06-17 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | RCR Office, 2730 Downhill Plaza Unit 106A, Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487, United States
Welcome to Women’s Tech Tuesdays Bike Maintenance Nights!
Join us on the third Tuesday of every month at 5:00 PM at RCR Headquarters this summer for an evening of learning and fun. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, come learn how to maintain and troubleshoot your bike like a pro in a supportive and inclusive environment. No experience necessary – just bring yourself and your bike!

Tuesday, May 20th – Getting Your Bike Ready to Ride
Tuesday, June 17th – Adjustments – Brakes
Tuesday, July 15th – Adjustments – Derailleurs
Tuesday, August 19th – Putting Your Bike Away for the Season

Pizza and drinks provided! Suggested donation at the door or during ticket reservation.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with other women who share your passion for cycling. See you there!
Questions? Please email lucy@routtcountyriders.org.

Bike Match at the Farmers Market - Oak Creek
2025-06-15 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Oak Creek Farmers Market, Main Street & Sharp Street, Oak Creek, CO, United States

Volunteer Trail Work Day: Buff Pass Log Out
2025-06-15 08:30 - 12:30 UTC | Dry Lake TH, 32586 Forest Rd 60, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487, Steamboat Springs, CO
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – trails are opening on Buff Pass (from wildlife closures) and it’s time to get them ready to ride!
We will be using chainsaws, hand saws, and loppers to clear trail corridor of downfall after a heavy-snow winter. Meet at Dry Lake on 6/15 at 8:30 AM.
Volunteers will use hand tools unless they bring their own chainsaw (with required PPE – chaps and a hard hat). Please bring/wear pants, closed-toed shoes, sunglasses, earplugs, rain layers, and a backpack with plenty of water for the day.
Lunch by Yampa Sandwich Co. and beverages will be provided back at Dry Lake around 12:30. We hope you can make it – please complete your signup form and waiver in advance – https://x.gldn.io/e/uVLtyHGvZTb

Bike Match at the Farmers Market - Steamboat
2025-06-14 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | Farmer’s Market, Yampa St., Yampa St., Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487, United States

Steamboat Bike Park Opening Day!
2025-06-13 | Steamboat Resort, 2305 Mt. Werner Circle
Bike season is here! Steamboat Bike Park is kicking off the 2025 season with operations starting on June 13th!
New this year:

No more uphill pass needed to access the Bike Park trails! Please sign a waiver via QR codes found around the mountain before using these trails.
Extended hours on Thursdays! Ride into the sunset with the lifts spinning until 6pm.

Find more information and get your passes here: https://www.steamboat.com/plan-your-trip/bike-park

Volunteer Trail Work Day: Emerald Downhill Trail
2025-06-12 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | Emerald Mountain
Take part in building Steamboat’s newest trail, the Emerald Mountain Downhill Trail! Join RCR and FlowRide Concepts to move some dirt during a happy hour work session for this exciting new bike-only directional trail.
Aprés snacks and beverages will be provided to all volunteers. Make sure you sign up in advance here: https://x.gldn.io/e/LSTATJCPLTb

RCR x Ride Workshop Group Gravel Ride - Emerald Loop
2025-06-09 17:15 - 19:00 UTC | Ride Workshop, 910 Yampa St #108, Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487, United States
Join RCR and Ride Workshop for a Monthly Gravel Ride!
Looking for a fun, low-key gravel ride with great company? We’re kicking off a new monthly group ride, designed to be mellow, social, and on low-traffic, scenic routes.
🚴 June 9th, 5:00-7:00pm – Emerald Loop
This will be a relaxed, no-drop ride with a focus on enjoying the ride together. Ride leaders from Steamboat Velo and Routt County Riders will help ensure a great experience for all.
*Shorter ride option – Cow Creek Out and Back
To keep things smooth, we’ll share the route in advance and ask riders to RSVP below so we have a good idea of attendance. Groups will be small with staggered starts, and we’ll have designated regroup points along the way. All participants will be asked to follow our Rider Responsibility Code to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Choose Your Pace Group:To make the ride fun for everyone, please choose the group that best matches your comfort and experience level:

🟢 Group C – 5:15 PM – Newer or casual riders. Relaxed pace, lots of support with shorter distance options.
🔵 Group B – 5:20 PM – Intermediate riders. Steady pace, social but with a little push.
🔴 Group A – 5:30 PM – Advanced riders. Faster pace, for experienced gravel cyclists.

*All riders must agree to the Steamboat Velo 2025 Rider Responsibility Code*
Meet back at the RIDE workshop for pizza and a social hour! All RCR members are welcome to join, no RSVP required for socializing.
Interested? Let us know if you’re in below, and we’ll see you Monday! Route details can be found hyper-linked above!
Hope to see you out there! 🚴‍♂️🌿

Volunteer Trail Work Day: Oak Creek Mountain Park
2025-06-07 08:30 - 12:30 UTC | Oak Creek Mountain Park, Corner of 27 and 49Z, Steamboat Springs, CO
Join RCR at Oak Creek Mountain Park for tsome corridor clearing and a parking lot project! It just so happens that this day also coincides with American Hiking’s #NationalTrailsDay, so it’s the perfect time for you to show the love that you have for our local trails through some trail maintenance!
We will meet at Oak Creek Mountain Park TH at 8:30am on Saturday June 7th and work until 12:30pm, where volunteers will be rewarded with delicious lunches and cold bevvies courtesy of Lupita’s!
Interested in joining or want to learn more? Sign-up here: https://x.gldn.io/e/V385bBJjBSb
