COME RIDE YOUR BIKE
Upcoming events
Tarantula Cycles runs regular group rides in Trinidad, CO for all abilities. We are also ardent supporters and members of the Trinidad Trails Alliance and other local organizations working to build and maintain trails.
And we can’t forget the numerous and varied cycling events happening in town and the greater region, too!
Check out the calendar or the full event listings below. Come help us build new trail, join the regulars on a shop ride, or sign up for a big race and spend a weekend riding Las Animas and beyond!
Weekly Social Ride
Meet up Thursday evenings at the shop around 5pm for our relaxed group ride. This typically involves some gravel roads so we do recommend a gravel bike, MTB, or hybrid, unless you are comfortable riding a road bike on gravel and dirt.
Expect 10-15 miles of riding. This is a no-drop ride and all skill levels are welcome.
The 'Rad Dirt Fest
It happened. “Big Gravel” found its way to Trinidad — and we are stoked.
This premier gravel race from the well-known Life Time Events (you may know them from a tiny race called UNBOUND) offers multiple distances and some of the best groad you’ll ever see. Whether you’re just starting your gravel journey or you want to challenge yourself to stay on the front of the 110 mile course, the ‘Rad has strong competition and party pace participants alike.
Register today on the Rad website.
2nd Saturday Trail Work
Join Trinidad Trails Alliance every second Saturday of the month to help build and maintain trails around Trinidad. We often work at the Wormhole trail system but often help out at the state parks and along the riverwalk.
For more information on each month’s meetup, follow Trinidad Trails group on Facebook or the Trinidad Trails Alliance social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinidadtrails/
2nd Saturday Trail Work
Join Trinidad Trails Alliance every second Saturday of the month to help build and maintain trails around Trinidad. We often work at the Wormhole trail system but often help out at the state parks and along the riverwalk.
For more information on each month’s meetup, follow Trinidad Trails group on Facebook or the Trinidad Trails Alliance social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinidadtrails/
2nd Saturday Trail Work
Join Trinidad Trails Alliance every second Saturday of the month to help build and maintain trails around Trinidad. We often work at the Wormhole trail system but often help out at the state parks and along the riverwalk.
For more information on each month’s meetup, follow Trinidad Trails group on Facebook or the Trinidad Trails Alliance social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinidadtrails/
2nd Saturday Trail Work
Join Trinidad Trails Alliance every second Saturday of the month to help build and maintain trails around Trinidad. We often work at the Wormhole trail system but often help out at the state parks and along the riverwalk.
For more information on each month’s meetup, follow Trinidad Trails group on Facebook or the Trinidad Trails Alliance social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinidadtrails/
Stonewall Century
A challenging but approachable road ride from La Veta to to Segundo and back on the Highway of Legends, a beautiful corner of Colorado that doesn’t get a lot of attention. Look forward to epic views, a big climb over Cuchara Pass (twice), and great ride support.
Learn more and register here: https://spcycling.org/stonewall-century/
2nd Saturday Trail Work
Join Trinidad Trails Alliance every second Saturday of the month to help build and maintain trails around Trinidad. We often work at the Wormhole trail system but often help out at the state parks and along the riverwalk.
For more information on each month’s meetup, follow Trinidad Trails group on Facebook or the Trinidad Trails Alliance social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinidadtrails/
2nd Saturday Trail Work
Join Trinidad Trails Alliance every second Saturday of the month to help build and maintain trails around Trinidad. We often work at the Wormhole trail system but often help out at the state parks and along the riverwalk.
For more information on each month’s meetup, follow Trinidad Trails group on Facebook or the Trinidad Trails Alliance social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinidadtrails/
Bicycle Repair Pop Up at the Crafty Canary
Dust your bike off for Walsenburg Porchfest and roll down to the Crafty Canary to get it tuned up for the season!
Joe & Dave from Tarantula Cycles will be on-site to get your bike running smoothly. We'll bring a handful of basic accessories and
some Tarantula swag too!
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$20 Quick Tune Special: safety check, brake adjustments, shifting adjustments, quick clean and lube.
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Grab a drink or a snack from the Canary while you wait or go explore all the awesome happenings during Porchfest.
After we pack up, we'll have a community ride of 10-15 miles. All riders welcome.
May Full Moon Ride
Full Moon RIdes are back for the season!
We’re celebrating the Flower Moon by basking it its glow on our bicycles.
Meet at the Wormhole Trailhead, where we’ll take the road or the trail over to Simpson’s Rest and ride up for a great view of the moonrise (8:45PM). We’ll ride back to the parking lot for beers, and adventurous folks can take a night time trail ride on the Wormhole if the mood strikes.
Gravel bike or mountain bike appropriate.
LIGHTS and HELMET REQUIRED.
Vermejo Charcoal Burner
A chance to ride and/or run in the exclusive Vermejo Ranch in Northern New Mexico. Owned by Ted Turner, this expansive piece of land is practically a nature preserve. Promoted by Six Pack Outdoors out of Texas, this is sure to be a stellar event.
2nd Saturday Trail Work
Join Trinidad Trails Alliance every second Saturday of the month to help build and maintain trails around Trinidad. We often work at the Wormhole trail system but often help out at the state parks and along the riverwalk.
For more information on each month’s meetup, follow Trinidad Trails group on Facebook or the Trinidad Trails Alliance social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinidadtrails/
Pony Xpress 160
The OG gravel grind in the ‘Dad. Big miles, small crowds, incredible views and that sweet Las Animas gravel. Come see the routes that put Trinidad on the map at this great race that brings stronger competition every year!
2nd Saturday Trail Work
Join Trinidad Trails Alliance every second Saturday of the month to help build and maintain trails around Trinidad. We often work at the Wormhole trail system but often help out at the state parks and along the riverwalk.
For more information on each month’s meetup, follow Trinidad Trails group on Facebook or the Trinidad Trails Alliance social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinidadtrails/
Dirt Church Vol. II
Your favorite spring event is back and even better this year! Get outside to celebrate creation and community.
This event is FREE and open to all! Meet at 9AM, lakeside at the west entrance to Reilly Canyon at Trinidad Lake State Park.
Join us for a hike, gravel bike ride, and/or paddle, followed by a complimentary tasty brunch spread and beverages. Hang out as long as you like!
You will need a State Parks pass to attend.
Trinidad Kayak Co will supply some kayaks and paddleboards, but otherwise please bring your own equipment and water vessels.
We also recommend bringing a camp chair and/or portable table if you have one.
Gravel bikes available to rent from Tarantula Cycles.
Brought to you by Tarantula Cycles, Fishers Peak Outfitters, and Trinidad Kayak Company.
Read FAQs on what to bring, routes, and more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1051181822615336/?post_id=1061426778257507&view=permalink
2nd Saturday Trail Work
Join Trinidad Trails Alliance every second Saturday of the month to help build and maintain trails around Trinidad. We often work at the Wormhole trail system but often help out at the state parks and along the riverwalk.
For more information on each month’s meetup, follow Trinidad Trails group on Facebook or the Trinidad Trails Alliance social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinidadtrails/
2nd Saturday Trail Work
Join Trinidad Trails Alliance every second Saturday of the month to help build and maintain trails around Trinidad. We often work at the Wormhole trail system but often help out at the state parks and along the riverwalk.
For more information on each month’s meetup, follow Trinidad Trails group on Facebook or the Trinidad Trails Alliance social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trinidadtrails/
Final Friday @ Fishers MTB Meetup
Introducing Final Fridays @ Fishers. On the last Friday of the month join Tarantula for a lap (or two or three) on Poison Canyon at Fishers Peak State Park. Parking lot hangs to follow.
Work on your skills, chase your buddies, get after it or take it slow and session some features. However you want to ride, we hope to see you there.
1 lap is about 5 miles and 500 ft.
We highly encourage carpooling from the shop! Helmets required (duh!) Lights strongly encouraged.
The 'Rad Dirt Fest
It happened. “Big Gravel” found its way to Trinidad — and we are stoked.
This premier gravel race from the well-known Life Time Events (you may know them from a tiny race called UNBOUND) offers multiple distances and some of the best groad you’ll ever see. Whether you’re just starting your gravel journey or you want to challenge yourself to stay on the front of the 120 mile course, the ‘Rad has strong competition and party pace participants alike.
Register today on the Rad website.
Final Friday @ Fishers MTB Meetup
Introducing Final Fridays @ Fishers. On the last Friday of the month join Tarantula for a lap (or two or three) on Poison Canyon at Fishers Peak State Park. Parking lot hangs to follow.
Work on your skills, chase your buddies, get after it or take it slow and session some features. However you want to ride, we hope to see you there.
1 lap is about 5 miles and 500 ft.
We highly encourage carpooling from the shop! Helmets required (duh!) Lights strongly encouraged.
Rad Fest Short Course Preview Ride
We have lots of locals riding the Rad Dirt Fest this year and most of us are tackling the short course. Join Tarantula Cycles this Sunday for a full preview ride so you're ready to rock on race day!
Post ride beers back at the shop, for those of age.
The course can be found here. It is approx. 46 miles and 3,500 feet of elevation. https://www.strava.com/routes/3136759456540706010
While we will do our best to accommodate various levels of fitness and skill, we do have to get back to open the shop, so this will be a drop ride with an average pace of 10+ mph.
Depending on who comes out we will have an A group chasing a faster pace as well.
If you fall behind, we will pick you up on our way back, or you should be prepared to finish the route on your own or call a bailout ride.
Helmets REQUIRED. Ride at your own risk. Bring snacks, water, layers, a spare tube, a multitool, and anything else you would typically take on a long ride.
Billy's Night Bazaar
We’ll be open a little late for this fun event featuring local vendors and others from all across Colorado and beyond! Crafts, art, fashion, and much more, all on our pet-friendly patio with beers and food available from Sexy Pizza.
Stonewall Century
A challenging but approachable road ride from La Veta to to Segundo and back on the Highway of Legends, a beautiful corner of Colorado that doesn’t get a lot of attention. Look forward to epic views, a big climb over Cuchara Pass (twice), and great ride support.
Learn more and register here: https://spcycling.org/stonewall-century/
Bike to the Ballpark!
Ride to the ballgame with Tarantula Cycles and the Trinidad Triggers! Kids under 12 enter the game free, plus we’re giving out ice cream sandwiches & more.
Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Join us for a free, exciting night of outdoor & community-oriented short films to expand your mind and inspire your next adventure! Presented by the Purgatoire Watershed Partnership & other community partners.
July Full Moon RIde
Join Tarantula Cycles to celebrate the Buck Moon at Trinidad Lake State Park on July 3rd! We'll meet at the South Shore trailhead just past the south campground at 8PM.
Pony Xpress 160
The OG gravel grind in the ‘Dad. Big miles, small crowds, incredible views and that sweet Las Animas gravel. Come see the routes that put Trinidad on the map at this great race that brings stronger competition every year!
June Full Moon Ride
Join Tarantula Cycles to bask in the Strawberry Moon! Ride or hike, whatever you like. We’ll meet up at the Wormhole trailhead at 8PM, with options to go up on the mesa, stay on the lower trails, or ride up Simpson’s Rest.
Lights and helmet required.
Vermejo Charcoal Burner
A chance to ride and/or run in the exclusive Vermejo Ranch in Northern New Mexico. Owned by Ted Turner, this expansive piece of land is practically a nature preserve. Promoted by Six Pack Outdoors out of Texas, this is sure to be a stellar event.
Dirt Church
Join Tarantula Cycles and get outside to experience creation this Easter Sunday. Gravel and mountain bike rides, or a hike if that’s more your speed, followed by brunch picnic at Trinidad Lake State Park.
The 'Rad Dirt Fest
It happened. “Big Gravel” found its way to Trinidad — and we are stoked.
This premier gravel race from the well-known Life Time Events (you may know them from a tiny race called UNBOUND) offers multiple distances and some of the best groad you’ll ever see. Whether you’re just starting your gravel journey or you want to challenge yourself to stay on the front of the 168 mile course, the ‘Rad has strong competition and party pace participants alike.
Register today on the Rad website.
Purgatory 4 Adventure Relay
This unique adventure relay combines trail running and paddling in Sugarite State Park just over the border in New Mexico with a big descent on the bicycle down San Francisco Pass toward Trinidad, where you’ll park your bike to compete in a shotgun shooting competition.
Learn more and register on the Purg4 website.