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Community Ride List July 2 – 8

July 2, 2016Community Bike Events, Community Bike Ride ListBicylces, bike polo, Community Bike Rides, Mountain Bikes, Riders for a cure, Tucsonbikepilgrim

The ride list is a little thin this week. Looks like many of the ride leaders are taking some hard earned vacations for Independence Day.

As we do celebrate the birth of our Nation, I hope that you will take a second and reflect on how lucky we are to live in a nation that has so much freedom. I know this year with the presidential race that it is hard to appreciate the other half, but it is the combined talents, knowledge, philosophies that make us a great nation.

Enjoy your BBQ’s, Fireworks, Family, friends and of course, Bikes. ___________________________________________________________________________

This list is a major time commitment and it is my pleasure to put it together. All I ask in return for the list is that you remember I’m A REALTOR. If you have a relationship with another REALTOR, I love loyalty and respect those relationships. However, if not, or if you need a second opinion, Please keep me in mind. Many agents spend money advertising for new business, others sit open houses or cold call. My business is based on referrals from past clients and friends. The less time I have to do traditional prospecting the more I can do for the cycling community. For example: this list.

Ride on,

Damion

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I DID NOT CONFIRM EVERY TIME, but did get in touch with most of the ride leaders and shops. You should always verify times before you head out and remember these ride times are when the ride leaves. Please show up as early as needed to make sure you are ready to roll out at the time posted.

REOCCURING WEEKLY RIDES

What	Where	When	Distance/Time	Speed	Contact

U of A Cycling Monday Mosey	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Monday 6:00AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	How fast can a mosey be?	http://uacycling.com/
Ben’s Bike MTB	Meet at shop	Monday 6:00 PM	1-2 hours	Easy, fun, social	Ben’s Bikes
Monday Night Mash	12.14 Diamondback Bridge in Ironhorse Park on the Aviation Bikeway	Monday 7:15pm	15-25 miles	Social regroups	https://www.facebook.com/groups/1147259775287516/

Hills, Hills Hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Tuesday 5:30AM	20 miles About an hour	12-14 HILLS	Damion Alexander 520-977-5664 text or call
Tuesday Fair Wheel Ride	University/Euclid	Tuesday 6:00AM	2.5 hours 40 miles	Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Tuesday Night Fast Fixed Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 6:30PM	Few Hours Varies	Fast	brownus_clarence@yahoo.com
Tuesday Night Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 8:30PM	12-18 miles	Slow	https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

UA Cycling Wed.Worlds	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 6:00AM	40-60 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Mt. Lemmon	University/Euclid	Wed 6:00AM	55-60 Miles		www.Fairwheelbike.com
JKG DnA Easy	Udall Parking Lot	Wed 5:30AM	Udall-Mile post 3 on Lemmon	Casual NoDrop	https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts
Heavy Pedal	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 7:00PM	Different route each week
Wednesday Shredzday	Sierra Vista 31.501495, -110.274078	Wed 7:00PM	10 miles		Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685
Bike Polo	UofA Mall	Wed 8:00PM			https://www.facebook.com/tucson.bikepolo?fref=ts

Up Oracle Thursday Shootout	University and Euclid	Thurs 6:00AM		Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Hills, hills, hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Thurs 5:30AM	20 miles	12-14(but Hills)	Damion Alexander 977-5664
Thursdays are for wheel People	AJ’s Sunrise/Campbell	Thursday 6:30AM	45 miles	18 plus	timcarolan@mac.com 548-3624
U of A Cycling Thursday Thrill	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Thurs 6:00AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	Easy Ride	http://uacycling.com/
The JKG Flagship ride	Le Buzz	Thurs 5:30AM	Le Buzz to Molina Basin	Hammer fest	JKG Strava on Facebook
Tasty Chipolte Night Ride	Sierra Vista Chipotle 6 or circle K at 6:30	Thursday 6:00PM- Chipotle 6:30 PM Circle K on BST	20-25 miles	No drop	Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685

U OF A Cycling Friday Freewheelin	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Friday 6:00AM	2 hours 30-40 miles	Team Time Trial Practice	http://uacycling.com/

Bicycle Ranch Tucson Group	Bicycle Ranch at Oracle and Ina	Saturday 6:00AM	48 (shorter option of 35 as well) miles	17-20 MPH	Free Breakfast after ride Steve 520-219-4311
The Old Man Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 5:45AM	60 Mile (can be extended to 100)	Fast 20 MPH+	www.fairwheelbikes.com
The Big Boy Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 6:00AM AM	60 Miles(can be extended to 100)	Faster	www.fairwheelbikes.com
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Saturday 7:00AM	15-20 miles	12-15 No drop	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Performance Broadway Shop Ride	7204 e Broadway	Saturday 7:00AM	10-15 miles beginner	12-15 No drop	pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715
Broadway Bicycles Shop Ride	Various Routes Call Scott	Saturday 7:00AM			Scott 296-7819
Miles Ahead Shop Ride	I’m sad to say that Miles Ahead has closed and one of the best shop rides in Tucson is no more. If you are interested in starting a Pistol Hill Ride Every week, please let me know so I can put it here. I know there is an interest, we just need someone to step up. Thanks Geoff for having such a great ride. You and Miles Ahead will be missed.
Ben’s Bike Ride	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Saturday 8:00AM	6-10 miles	Easy	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453

Sabino Cycle Shop Ride	Varies- email Steve to be on the list	Saturday 6:00AM		No Drop	steve@sabinocycles.com

Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Sunday 7:00AM	30-35 miles	12-15	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎


Ben’s Bikes	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Sunday 8AM	35-40	17-20	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453

THIS WEEKS ROAD RIDES

PLEASE NOTE- Category below just for Mountain Bikes

What	Location	Date/Time	Distance	Speed		Contact- More Info
Cactus cycling and GABA have on-line ride calendars. Check them out for more rides. Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/
Easy Peasy Lemmon Squeezy Week 4	Mile Post 0 at 6am to sign in	Saturday 7.02.16 6:00AM	7/09 – Palisades Visitor Center, Mile 20 Elevation = 7200ft			https://www.facebook.com/events/1707485449511386/
Tucson Recumbent Rillito River Path	Sam Lena Park,	Saturday 07.02.16 6:00AM	21.3 miles	No too fast, not that slow		https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/
Riders for the Cure – Next Team Ride	BREWD Coffee on Sabino Canyon	Sunday 07.03.16 5:30AM	39.37	Groups A, B and C Route	Charlotte Dobson charlotte.dobson67@gmail.com

THIS WEEKS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES ^^^^Road rides are above^^^^

What	Location	Date Time	Time Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Sunday Ride: Bugs Springs	Bugs Springs trailhead at 8am or Molino Basin Campground 7:30 for shuttle arrangements.	Sunday 7.03.16 8:00AM	riding Bugs, weather permitted. Meet at the Bugs Springs trailhead at 8am or Molino Basin Campground 7:30 for shuttle arrangements.		https://www.facebook.com/events/669647766536003/
Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists(SDMB) and Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA Tucson off-road Cyclists and Activists. (TORCA) have a calendars. Check them out at. SAMBA http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/ SDMB http://www.sdmb.org/events/ TORCA http://torca.org/calendar/
Thursday night Short track aka TITS ride. #3 Thursday May 5^th 6:30PM Shannon road trailhead Starr Pass https://www.facebook.com/events/1601088440205606/

ADVOCACY OPPORTUNITIES – WANT BETTER BIKE INFRASTRUCTURE? GET INVOLVED. Feel free to e-mail damion@damionalexander.com if you want to get involved in the Velodrome Committee, CASA- Cycling Advocates of Southern Arizona, GABA – Greater Arizona Bicycle Association, Sonoran Desert Mountain Bike SDMB, Tucson Off Road Cyclist & Activists TORCA, El Grupo Youth Cycling, Tu Nidito Ride For A Child. Added bonus, I’ll be there and the pictures are free;-)

RIDE AND EVENT DISCLAIMER

These rides are not mine. I am only sharing the data. The Damion Alexander Team cannot guarantee anybody’s safety. There are unknown and unforeseen potential hazards in every ride so you should pay attention and take reasonable precautions. I always use a helmet. I think that Helmets are required when riding. If you choose to listen to music during rides you should only use the headset in the right ear and keep the headset out of the left ear. Better yet, buy a FarEnd Gear earbud. Communication is essential during all rides and having the ability to hear is a part of your responsibility to others. Please also ride within your limitations. You are not racing the Tour de France. If you see someone that is not riding within their limitations or are becoming a hazard to others we should politely bring this to their your attention Dothis for your and everybody’s safety.

Also, it is everybody’s responsibility to follow all traffic laws. We are not lemmings. Just because somebody does something foolish does not mean you need to follow. Use your head and enjoy your ride.

THE DAMION ALEXANDER TEAM, DAMION ALEXANDER, AND ANYONE ELSE WHO CONTRIBUTES TO THIS LIST SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY ACCIDENT OR INJURY THAT OCCURS ON THSES RIDES. EVERY PERSON IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS AROUND THEM

WHERE DO ALL THE RIDES COME FROM? These links and shops and clubs and teams and facebook and YOU. See a ride that is missing. Please let me know Damion@DamionAlexadner.com. Thanks

Road

*Vistoso Cyclist http://vistosocyclists.weebly.com/road-biking.html

Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

*Tucson Tri Girls https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttgandfriends/ http://www.tucsontrigirls.org/index.php/calendar

Zona Cyclist https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

JKG Strava – https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts

U of A Cycling http://uacycling.com/

Velo Vets Phonehttp://www.azvelovets.org/: 520-465-5186

Tuesday Night Ride https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

Bicycle Commuters of Tucson https://www.facebook.com/groups/160142187481277/

Mountain Bike

Tucson Offroad Cyclists and Activists TORCA http://torca.org/ www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org http://www.sdmb.org

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts \

Our MTB Rides – Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourmtbrides/385655391621830/?notif_t=group_activity

Old Pueblo Mountain Bike – Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340 https://www.facebook.com/groups/203787656312279/?fref=ts

RBAR – Jesus Friaa 520-271-3776

Shop Rides

Performance Bicycles Speedway Tucson – Pbs074@performaneinc.com

(520) 327-3232‎ http://www.meetup.com/Performance-Speedway-MeetNRide/events/

Performance Bicycles Broadway – pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715

Fairwheel Bikes https://fairwheelbikes.com/tucson-arizona-location-ezp-1.html#rides (520) 884-9018

Grasky Endurance Coaching www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Broadway Bicycles

Bicycle Ranch Tucson – http://bicycleranch.com/tucson-rides/ ( 520-219-4311

Ben’s Bikes http://www.bensbikestucson.com/ 520-574-2453

Recumbent

Tucson Recumbent Cyclists https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/?fref=ts

THIS LIST IS PROVIDED AT A COURTESY OF THE DAMION ALEXANDER TEAM. THIS LIST IS DEEMED RELIABLE, BUT NOT GUARANTEED. WHEN POSSIBLE, CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE GROUP RIDERS ARE PROVIDED. TAKE RESPONSIBILITY AND DOUBLE CHECK OR GO TO THE RIDE AND IF NO ONE IS THERE, GO RIDE BY YOURSELF.

TBC Circuit Race Part one.

Lets get this party started. The early start. There are nearly 2000 images to get through from the circuit race. Today I need to prospect for new business for my real estate team. However, I’d rather save the time and focus on the photos, for you. So, send me a referral today and I can justify rocking through all the images. Otherwise, I’m going to need to focus on my real job and leave the hobby for next week.

These photos are a major time commitment and it is my pleasure to take the photos and share them with you. All I ask in return for the photos is that you remember I’m A REALTOR. If you have a relationship with another REALTOR, I love loyalty and respect those relationships. However, if not, or if you need a second opinion, Please keep me in mind. Many agents spend money advertising for new business, others sit open houses or cold call. My business is based on referrals from past clients and friends. The less time I have to do traditional prospecting the more I can do for the cycling community. For example: these photo albums. THANKS!!!

OPMTB

Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340

http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts : www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts?fref=ts

GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

TORCA www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) has lots of rides organized and posted on Meetup.com or www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org

Community Ride list December 5-11

December 4, 2015Community Bike Events, Community Bike Ride List, Established Group Rides, Mountain Bike, Product Reviews, Random Thoughts about bikes, Ride List, The LoopBicycle, bike pilgrim, bike polo, Community Bike Rides, Cycling, Cyclocross Arizona, epic rides, Mountain Bike, Ordinary Bike Shop, The Shootout, Thursday ride, Tuesday ridebikepilgrim

This past month I had the pleasure of demoing a Trek Stache 9. I posted a review on the experience at https://bikepilgrim.com/?p=653.

Crossing the Rincon Savanna on the Arizona Trail. Photo by Matt Nelson

Do you want to take a Trek Stache 9 or perhaps a Madone for a spin. Trek has two demo days this weekend, Saturday December 5th from 9AM – 1:00 PM at Fantasy Island in Tucson and At Brown Canyon Trailhead in Sierra Vista on Sunday the 6th from 11:00 – 3PM. They will have a great selection of road and mountain bikes to choose from. Be sure to bring your pedals, helmet and hydration. Personally, I recommend trying the Stache 9.

Have a great week and I look forward to seeing you on the road and in the dirt.

Ride on,

Damion

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REOCCURING WEEKLY RIDES

What	Where	When	Distance/Time	Speed	Contact

Cyclocross	Fort Lowell Park	Monday 6:30AM	Some pre work riding, jumping obstacles,beer, donuts, coffee, laps on the grass and dirt.		https://www.facebook.com/groups/671108262985165/
U of A Cycling Monday Mosey	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Monday 7:30AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	How fast can a mosey be?	http://uacycling.com/
Ben’s Bike MTB	Meet at shop	Monday 6:00 PM	1-2 hours	Easy, fun, social	Ben’s Bikes
Monday Night Mash	Ordinary Bike Shop	Monday 7:15pm	15-25 miles	Social regroups	https://www.facebook.com/groups/1147259775287516/

Hills, Hills Hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Tuesday 5:30AM	20 miles About an hour	12-14 HILLS	Damion Alexander 520-977-5664 text or call
Velo Vets	VA Blind Rehab Center at the VA Hospital	Tuesday 4:45PM	Two rides. One on VA campus. Other on The Loop	easy, fun, social and service ride	Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186 http://www.azvelovets.org/
Tuesday Fair Wheel Ride	University/Euclid	Tuesday 7:30AM	2.5 hours 40 miles	Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Tuesday Night Fast Fixed Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 6:30PM	Few Hours Varies	Fast	brownus_clarence@yahoo.com
Tuesday Night Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 8:30PM	12-18 miles	Slow	https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

UA Cycling Wed.Worlds	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 7:30AM	40-60 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Mt. Lemmon	University/Euclid	Wed 7:30AM	55-60 Miles		www.Fairwheelbike.com
JKG DnA Easy	Udall Parking Lot	Wed 5:30AM	Udall-Mile post 3 on Lemmon	Casual NoDrop	https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts
Christian Cycling Crit Training Series	UA Tech Park- 1550 E 36th St	6:00PM 8:00PM 12-2-16 – 3.9.15	3 races from beginner to advanced.		https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-3523
Heavy Pedal	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 7:00PM	Different route each week
Wednesday Shredzday	Sierra Vista 31.501495, -110.274078	Wed 7:00PM	10 miles		Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685
Bike Polo	UofA Mall	Wed 8:00PM			https://www.facebook.com/tucson.bikepolo?fref=ts

Up Oracle Thursday Shootout	University and Euclid	Thurs 7:00AM		Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Hills, hills, hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Thurs 5:30AM	20 miles	12-14(but Hills)	Damion Alexander 977-5664
Thursdays are for wheel people	AJ’s Sunrise/Campbell	Thursday 8:30AM	45 miles	18 plus	timcarolan@mac.com 548-3624
U of A Cycling Thursday Thrill	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Thurs 7:30AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	Easy Ride	http://uacycling.com/
Ordinary Bike Shop Ride	Ordinary Bike Shop	Thursday 7AM	10-20 Miles	Conversational Pace	Nate Woiwode nate@ordinarybikeshop.com
The JKG Flagship ride	Le Buzz	Thurs 5:30AM	Le Buzz to Molina Basin	Hammer fest	JKG Strava on Facebook
Tasty Chipolte Night Ride	Sierra Vista Chipotle 6 or circle K at 6:30	Thursday 6:00PM- Chipotle 6:30 PM Circle K on BST	20-25 miles	No drop	Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685

U OF A Cycling Friday Freewheelin	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Friday 7:30AM	2 hours 30-40 miles	Team Time Trial Practice	http://uacycling.com/

Bicycle Ranch Tucson Group	Bicycle Ranch at Oracle and Ina	Saturday 7:00AM	48 (shorter option of 35 as well) miles	17-20 MPH	Free Breakfast after ride Steve 520-219-4311
The Old Man Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 7:15AM	60 Mile (can be extended to 100)	Fast 20 MPH+	www.fairwheelbikes.com
The Big Boy Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 7:30AM AM	60 Miles(can be extended to 100)	Faster	www.fairwheelbikes.com
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Saturday 7:00AM	15-20 miles	12-15 No drop	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Performance Broadway Shop Ride	7204 e Broadway	Saturday 7:00AM	10-15 miles beginner	12-15 No drop	pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715
Broadway Bicycles Shop Ride	Various Routes Call Scott	Saturday 7:00AM			Scott 296-7819
Miles Ahead Shop Ride	I’m sad to say that Miles Ahead has closed and one of the best shop rides in Tucson is no more. If you are interested in starting a Pistol Hill Ride Every week, please let me know so I can put it here. I know there is an interest, we just need someone to step up. Thanks Geoff for having such a great ride. You and Miles Ahead will be missed.
Ben’s Bike Ride	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Saturday 8:00AM	6-10 miles	Easy	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453
Sabino Cycle Shop Ride	Varies- email Steve to be on the list	Saturday 6:30AM		No Drop	steve@sabinocycles.com
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride Mountain Bike Ride	Contact shop for details. Different route weekly.	Saturday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Sunday 6:30AM	30-35 miles	12-15	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎

Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride	6448 N Oracle	Sunday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html
Ben’s Bikes	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Sunday 8AM	35-40	17-20	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453

THIS WEEKS ROAD RIDES

PLEASE NOTE- Category below just for Mountain Bikes

What	Location	Date/Time	Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Zona Cycling	Starbucks at El Con Coffee Shop	Saturday 12.05.15 9:00AM	45 miles	16-18 MPH	https://www.facebook.com/Zona-Cycling-186457201423794/?fref=ts
Trek has two demo days this weekend, Saturday December 5th from 9AM – 1:00 PM at Fantasy Island in Tucson and At Brown Canyon Trailhead in Sierra Vista on Sunday the 6th from 11:00 – 3PM. They will have a great selection of road and mountain bikes to chose from. Be sure to bring your pedals , helmet and hydration.
Tucson Recumbent Cyclists	parking lot at the UofA on N. Palm Dr.	Saturday 12.05.15 11:00AM	20.3 miles	You can keep up- friendly group	https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/
Panera North Side Sunday Circle Cycle	Panera Oro Valley 10604 N. Oracle	Sun, December 06, 2015 9:00 AM	39	16-18 MPH	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2100768?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=12/3/2015
RIVER PARK, DREXEL, SAN XAVIER, AJO	1500 W. River Road	Sunday, 12.6.15 8:30 AM	52	14-16 mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/227122764/
Pecan Pickin’ Picnic Ride	Garden of Gethsemane Park 602 W Congress St,	Sunday 12.06.15 2:00PM	16 Miles	Casual pace	https://www.facebook.com/events/973408959367218/
The Bicycle Loop Ride	Udall Park 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Monday 12.07.15 8:00AM	58 miles	14-15 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/227082196/
Tuesday Ride: A little bit of Mt Lemon	Morris K. Udall Park 7290 E. Tanque Verde,	Tuesday, December 8, 2015 9:00 AM	34 miles	12-14 Mph average	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/227089766/
Sabino Canyon/Foothills:	Sunrise Cafe, N Kolb & E Sunrise	Tuesday 12.08.15 7:30AM	20-25 miles	18PLUS mph	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2075759?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=12/3/2015
Cactus Bakehouse ride to Hohokam Park	SE corner of Oracle/McGee	Wed, December 09, 2015 10:00 AM	16-32	14-16	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2106279?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=12/3/2015
Pistol Hill – Kino Stadium	Udall Park 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Wednesday 12.09.15 6:30AM	55 miles	15-16	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/227082229/
Thursday’s Easy Peasy “Toys for Tots Ride”	Arizona Cyclist 4300 N Campbell Ave # 24,	Thursday, 12.10.15 9:00 AM	28 miles	Social no drop	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226950713/
Oro Valley Loop Ride	Udall Park 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Friday 12.11.15 5:45AM	55 MILES	14-15mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/227082268/
Thursday Easy Peasy Ride	Morris K. Udall 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Friday 12.03.15 5:45AM	25 miles	12 – 14 mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226894845/
Saguaro Nat Monument	Le Buzz at NE corner of Tanqueverde & Catalina Hwy	Fri, D12. 11.15 10:00 AM	25-35miles	12-14	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2106294?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=12/3/2015

THIS WEEKS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES ^^^^Road rides are above^^^^

What	Location	Date Time	Time Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Trek has two demo days this weekend, Saturday December 5th from 9AM – 1:00 PM at Fantasy Island in Tucson and At Brown Canyon Trailhead in Sierra Vista on Sunday the 6th from 11:00 – 3PM. They will have a great selection of road and mountain bikes to chose from. Be sure to bring your pedals , helmet and hydration.
BLACK CANYON TRAIL	Black Canyon Trailhead	Saturday, 12.5.15 6:00 AM	We’ll spend the weekend riding the Black Canyon Trail, north of Phoenix.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/226020764/
Sunday Ride at Robles.	36Th Street Trailhead	Sunday 11.29.15 7:30AM	Plan to meet up at the 36th Stree Trailhead by 9:00am. We’ll hit as much or all of the Robles trail system, route to be determined.		https://www.facebook.com/events/500453480159841/
Old Pueblo MTB: 50 Year Trail to The Chutes	50 Year Golder Ranch trailhead	Sunday 12.06.15 3:00PM	If there is some of you that want 20 miles roundtrip you can meet at In and Out in Oro Valley at 2pm and meet the rest of the group at Golder Ranch. The plan involves multiple laps around the chutes as sunlight and time permits.		https://www.facebook.com/events/192172531123537/
Monday Night @ Lakes Road	Parking lot Rt. 83 & Sahuarita Rd	Monday, 12.07.15 6:30PM	Plan on 2 hours		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/227025037/
Wednesday Night Ride at Robles Pass	Robles Trailhead W. Irvington Rd and Cactus Wren D	Wednes, 12.09.15 6:15pm	We’ll start at the Creosote Loop trail, then Camaro, Bitter Sweet and continue towards Ajo and under the culvert..		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/227200679/

EVENTS AND VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

What	Location	Date	Contact
BICAS 20^th Annual Art Auction PREVIEW PARTY: Friday December 4th (6-10pm) – live music, circus performers, raffle! Early bidding takes place Saturday from 11am-4pm; and you won’t want to miss the silent auction to be held Saturday December 5th, from 6-9pm. Plenty of bike parking so ride your bike!	The Art Gallery 1122 N Stone Ave.	PREVIEW PARTY: Friday December 4th (6-10pm) Saturday from 11am-4pm; And Saturday December 5th, from 6-9pm.	www.bicas.org/art-auction
Cactus Catalina Road Clean-up PERSONAL NOTE: YEAH for Cactus Cycling and being good stewards!	Meet in the back part of the parking lot at LeBuzz	Sat, December 05, 2015 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2080067?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=12/3/2015
GABA Annual Holiday Dinner GABA will provide Brushfire BBQ and Tucson Tamale for a delicious dinner. (Vegetarian options will be available).	Tucson Osteopathic Medical Foundation3182 N Swan Rd. Please bring toys for the toy collection	Monday, December 7, 2015 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226700117/
Tucson is the Best City for #Everydaybiking – Let’s Celebrate!!	Tap & Bottle403 N 6th Ave	Tuesday December 7, 2015 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM	https://www.facebook.com/livingstreetsalliance/photos/gm.1664032937170852/896835577032545/?type=3&theater
Criterium Training Series UA Tech Park –	The Bridges 1550 E. 36th St	All races are Wednesday Series 1 December 2,9,16,23,30 Series 2 January 6,13,20,27 February 3 Series 3 February 10,17,24 March 2,9	https://www.facebook.com/events/1500546370245192/
Bicycle Advocacy Committee Public meeting Himmel Park Library	1035 N Treat Ave,	Wednesday 12.9.15 6:00pm	Open meeting to the public all about bikes.
Join GABA and do some good for the Boys and Girls Club at this Bike Repair Event	Frank & Edith Morton Clubhouse 3155 E. Grant Road,	Friday, December 11, 2015 3:00 PM	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/227055134/
December Trailwork Day Milagrosa Sponsored By SONORAN CYCLES	Meet at Suzenu parking at 8am	Saturday, December 12at 8:00am	https://www.facebook.com/events/1472186376416160/
Liv Ladies Holiday Mingle, Basic Maintenance tips, tire changing and holiday gift ideas,	Bicycle Ranch Tucson 7090 N Oracle Rd	Saturday, December 12at 1:00pm	https://www.facebook.com/events/521434504678839/
Ultra MTB Tour Divide Training Camp	Prescott, AZ	03.11.2016 – 03.14.2016	http://www.ultramtb.net/
8th Annual Bike the Bluff Arizona State Championship Road Race	Show Low, AZ	6.18.16

TIMED RIDES aka MOTIVATION aka RACES and Big Rides

Name	Description	Date	Location	Contact Info
AZ endurance series	31 miles ride around the McDowell range. 61 miles will utilize the new Gooseneck trail to add in the Brown’s Ranch area.	Saturday 12.05.15 7:30am	Scottsdale, Arizona.	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/mc6/
Race around the Farm – Cranky Cross	You guessed. It’s not a road race. It’s not a mtn bike race. It’s nobby tires with drop bars. Hopefully it will be muddy.	Sat/Sunday 12. 5-6.15	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/
Dawn to Dusk	From sun-up until the big light in the sky goes out. 15.5 mile laps.	12.12.15 7:23AM	McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Pemberton Trail	http://www.dcbadventures.com/
Summit Velo Pack/Group riding Skills Clinic	Limited space, taught by Tim Carolan, must be active team member of Summit	12.13.15 9:30-11:30	Contact bjohnson2607@gmail.com	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-3517
1st Annual World Vegan/Bison Day Clunker Criterion	1) best/worst clunker, 2) best/worst costume, 3) slowest lap. Details to follow.	Sunday 12.13.15 1:00 PM	Fantasy Island Mountain Bike Trails	https://www.facebook.com/events/1588435644710464/
AZ CROSS Series Finals /TREK CX State Championships	C OSSSSSSSSSS Y R C C L O	December 19/20th	Gilbert	http://azcross.com
North End Classic	8-Corner fast/ fun criterium course with small hill approximately 1 km per lap	Saturday 1.16.16	Yuma	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2016-180
Prickly Pear on the Maricopa Trail	Innagural race to show off the Maricopa Trail	1.23.16	Cave Creek Morristown AZ	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2016-143
The Santa Catalina Omnium	the BioPark Blast and the Oracle Road Race.	1.30.16 1.31.16	Tucson and Oracle AZ	http://uacycling.com/ua-crit/
Sun Devil Crit		2.7.16	Arizona State Univ	Constantin Schreiber cschrei2@asu.edu
Ultra MTB Tour Divide Training Camp		03.11.2016 – 03.14.2016		http://www.ultramtb.net/

RIDE AND EVENT DISCLAIMER

WHERE DO ALL THE RIDES COME FROM? These links and shops and clubs and teams and facebook and YOU. See a ride that is missing. Please let me know Damion@DamionAlexadner.com. Thanks

Road

*Vistoso Cyclist http://vistosocyclists.weebly.com/road-biking.html

Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

*Tucson Tri Girls https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttgandfriends/ http://www.tucsontrigirls.org/index.php/calendar

Zona Cyclist https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

JKG Strava – https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts

U of A Cycling http://uacycling.com/

Velo Vets Phonehttp://www.azvelovets.org/: 520-465-5186

Tuesday Night Ride https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

Bicycle Commuters of Tucson https://www.facebook.com/groups/160142187481277/

Mountain Bike

Tucson Offroad Cyclists and Activists TORCA http://torca.org/ www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org http://www.sdmb.org

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts \

Our MTB Rides – Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourmtbrides/385655391621830/?notif_t=group_activity

Old Pueblo Mountain Bike – Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340 https://www.facebook.com/groups/203787656312279/?fref=ts

RBAR – Jesus Friaa 520-271-3776

Shop Rides

Performance Bicycles Speedway Tucson – Pbs074@performaneinc.com

(520) 327-3232‎ http://www.meetup.com/Performance-Speedway-MeetNRide/events/

Performance Bicycles Broadway – pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715

Fairwheel Bikes https://fairwheelbikes.com/tucson-arizona-location-ezp-1.html#rides (520) 884-9018

Grasky Endurance Coaching www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Broadway Bicycles

Bicycle Ranch Tucson – http://bicycleranch.com/tucson-rides/ ( 520-219-4311

Ben’s Bikes http://www.bensbikestucson.com/ 520-574-2453

Recumbent

Tucson Recumbent Cyclists https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/?fref=ts

Community Ride List November 28- December 4

November 28, 2015Bike Advisory Committee meeting, Bike Advocacy, Bikes and Beverages (beer and booze), Charity Event, Community Bike Events, Community Bike Ride List, Established Group Rides, Racing, Random Thoughts about bikes, Ride List, The Loop24 hours in the old pueblo, Bicycle, bike polo, bikepilgrim.com, Community Bike Rides, el tour de tucson, Mountain Bike, The Loop, The Shootout, Tucson, Tuesday ridebikepilgrim

Happy Thanksgiving weekend. I hope you had a chance to over indulge in both miles in the saddle and the seasons trappings. I certainly have. I am so Thankful for the Cycling Community in Southern Arizona and each of you who give back. I’d like to name people, but the list is so long, it would exceed the length of this list.

I know it was hard for me to pull the ride list together this week. El Tour follow up, photos, work, family, turkey… I was even asked by a national blog to write an El Tour wrap up article. It will be appearing in GranFondo.com sometime in the near future. I put a copy of it with links on my blog

https://bikepilgrim.com/?p=632.

This is the most challenging week of the year for many cyclist. They just spent months preparing for El Tour and now that the goal has been achieved they put the bike up in the garage and don’t look at it until next fall. Hopefully, this ride list will help you find some motivation to keep going. Personally, I think the Tour de Cure on April 19^th is an exceptional ride to train for. Not only is it great motivation, but it also raises funds for the ADA. For some types of diabetes, riding and being active can help manage it and may even delay or stop the onset in the first place.

Have a great week and I look forward to seeing you on the road and in the dirt.

Ride on,

Damion

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REOCCURING WEEKLY RIDES

What	Where	When	Distance/Time	Speed	Contact

Cyclocross	Fort Lowell Park	Monday 6:30AM	Some pre work riding, jumping obstacles,beer, donuts, coffee, laps on the grass and dirt.		https://www.facebook.com/groups/671108262985165/
U of A Cycling Monday Mosey	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Monday 7:30AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	How fast can a mosey be?	http://uacycling.com/
Ben’s Bike MTB	Meet at shop	Monday 6:00 PM	1-2 hours	Easy, fun, social	Ben’s Bikes
Monday Night Mash	Ordinary Bike Shop	Monday 7:15pm	15-25 miles	Social regroups	https://www.facebook.com/groups/1147259775287516/

Hills, Hills Hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Tuesday 5:30AM	20 miles About an hour	12-14 HILLS	Damion Alexander 520-977-5664 text or call
Velo Vets	VA Blind Rehab Center at the VA Hospital	Tuesday 4:45PM	Two rides. One on VA campus. Other on The Loop	easy, fun, social and service ride	Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186 http://www.azvelovets.org/
Tuesday Fair Wheel Ride	University/Euclid	Tuesday 7:30AM	2.5 hours 40 miles	Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Tuesday Night Fast Fixed Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 6:30PM	Few Hours Varies	Fast	brownus_clarence@yahoo.com
Tuesday Night Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 8:30PM	12-18 miles	Slow	https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

UA Cycling Wed.Worlds	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 7:30AM	40-60 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Mt. Lemmon	University/Euclid	Wed 7:30AM	55-60 Miles		www.Fairwheelbike.com
JKG DnA Easy	Udall Parking Lot	Wed 5:30AM	Udall-Mile post 3 on Lemmon	Casual NoDrop	https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts
Heavy Pedal	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 7:00PM	Different route each week
Wednesday Shredzday	Sierra Vista 31.501495, -110.274078	Wed 7:00PM	10 miles		Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685
Bike Polo	UofA Mall	Wed 8:00PM			https://www.facebook.com/tucson.bikepolo?fref=ts

Up Oracle Thursday Shootout	University and Euclid	Thurs 7:00AM		Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Hills, hills, hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Thurs 5:30AM	20 miles	12-14(but Hills)	Damion Alexander 977-5664
Tim Carolan Ride	AJ’s Sunrise/Campbell	Thursday 7:00AM	45 miles	18 plus	timcarolan@mac.com 548-3624
U of A Cycling Thursday Thrill	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Thurs 7:30AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	Easy Ride	http://uacycling.com/
Ordinary Bike Shop Ride	Ordinary Bike Shop	Thursday 7AM	10-20 Miles	Conversational Pace	Nate Woiwode nate@ordinarybikeshop.com
The JKG Flagship ride	Le Buzz	Thurs 5:30AM	Le Buzz to Molina Basin	Hammer fest	JKG Strava on Facebook
Tasty Chipolte Night Ride	Sierra Vista Chipotle 6 or circle K at 6:30	Thursday 6:00PM- Chipotle 6:30 PM Circle K on BST	20-25 miles	No drop	Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685

U OF A Cycling Friday Freewheelin	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Friday 7:30AM	2 hours 30-40 miles	Team Time Trial Practice	http://uacycling.com/

Bicycle Ranch Tucson Group	Bicycle Ranch at Oracle and Ina	Saturday 7:00AM	48 (shorter option of 35 as well) miles	17-20 MPH	Free Breakfast after ride Steve 520-219-4311
The Old Man Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 7:15AM	60 Mile (can be extended to 100)	Fast 20 MPH+	www.fairwheelbikes.com
The Big Boy Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 7:30AM AM	60 Miles(can be extended to 100)	Faster	www.fairwheelbikes.com
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Saturday 7:00AM	15-20 miles	12-15 No drop	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Performance Broadway Shop Ride	7204 e Broadway	Saturday 7:00AM	10-15 miles beginner	12-15 No drop	pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715
Broadway Bicycles Shop Ride	Various Routes Call Scott	Saturday 7:00AM			Scott 296-7819
Miles Ahead Shop Ride	I’m sad to say that Miles Ahead has closed and one of the best shop rides in Tucson is no more. If you are interested in starting a Pistol Hill Ride Every week, please let me know so I can put it here. I know there is an interest, we just need someone to step up. Thanks Geoff for having such a great ride. You and Miles Ahead will be missed.
Ben’s Bike Ride	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Saturday 8:00AM	6-10 miles	Easy	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453
Sabino Cycle Shop Ride	Varies- email Steve to be on the list	Saturday 6:30AM		No Drop	steve@sabinocycles.com
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride Mountain Bike Ride	Contact shop for details. Different route weekly.	Saturday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Sunday 6:30AM	30-35 miles	12-15	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎

Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride	6448 N Oracle	Sunday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html
Ben’s Bikes	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Sunday 8AM	35-40	17-20	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453

THIS WEEKS ROAD RIDES

PLEASE NOTE- Category below just for Mountain Bikes

What	Location	Date/Time	Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Zona Cycling First of the Month Mt Lemmon Ride	Starbucks at El Con Coffee Shop	Saturday 11.28.15 8:30AM	40 miles	16-18 MPH	https://www.facebook.com/Zona-Cycling-186457201423794/?fref=ts
Tucson Recumbent Cyclists	Hi Corbett field, in the NE area of the parking lot	Saturday 11.28.15 11:00AM	17.5 miles	You can keep up- friendly group	https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/
River Path, CDO, Hohokam Park, Ina, Campbell loop	Rillito river park trail 1450 w river	Saturday 11.28.15 8:30AM	46 miles	12-14mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226820883/
Broadway Bicycle Pistol Hill	Broadway Bicycles	Saturday 11.28.15 8:30AM	43 miles	?	http://ridewithgps.com/trips/1553897 scott@broadwaybicycles.com
Ride On Cycling – HIKE	El Grupo Club house Aguas Calientes Trailhead	Sunday 11.29.15 9:00AM	As far as u like	Your pace	Dean Drawbaugh dwdrawbaugh@aol.com
Oro Valley Sunday North Side	Starbucks 1st and Oracle	Sunday 11.29.15 9:00AM	32	18+	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2098403
The Bicycle Loop Ride	Udall Park 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Monday 11.30.15 8:00AM	58 miles	14-15 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226801064/
Ken’s Monday Ride	Beyond Bread – corner Oracle /Ina	Monday 11.30.15 9:00AM	25-35	16-18mph	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2082502
Tuesday Ride: SE Loop thru Fantasy Island	Starbucks 9525 E. Old Spanish Trai	Tuesday 11.28.15 8:00AM	38 miles	12-14 mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/227055042/
Pistol Hill – Kino Stadium	Udall Park 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Wednesday 10.28.15 6:30AM	55 miles	15-16	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226851176/
Oro Valley Loop Ride	Park 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Friday 11.30.15 5:45AM	55 MILES	14-15mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226413517/
Thursday Easy Peasy Ride	Morris K. Udall 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Friday 12.03.15 5:45AM	25 miles	12 – 14 mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226894845/

THIS WEEKS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES ^^^^Road rides are above^^^^

What	Location	Date Time	Time Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Honeybee Canyon	1171 E Rancho Vistoso Blvd	Saturday, 11.28.15 8:30 AM	20 miles of rolling trails with options for shorter loops if you know your way around.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/226838034/
MTB Addicts – Lakes Rd to Hope Camp Shuttle	Loma Alta Trailhead	Sunday 11.29.15 7:30AM	Meet at the Hope Camp We’ll shuttle, head out to lakes rd. The ride is about 33 miles long with some good climbing, and plenty of sweet single track descents.		https://www.facebook.com/events/132611910436447/
SDMB November Social Ride on the AZT	Le Buzz Caffe 9121 E Tanque Verde Rd	Sunday 11.29.15 8:00AM	Come ride Redington Pass on Thanksgiving weekend! For November’s Social Ride, we are going to ride the AZT/ATV Route. This is a solidly intermediate ride, with about 1500 ft. of climbing over 12 miles		https://www.facebook.com/events/1650149275261005/
Old Pueblo MTB: 24 Hours in The Old Pueblo	24 hour course at the Arch at Willow Springs	Sunday 11.29.15 3:00PM	Total distance is 17 miles with just under 1000 feet of climbing.		https://www.facebook.com/events/1059566037396509/
Monday Night Gabe Z on the AZ Trail	Gabe Zimmerman Trailhead	Monday, 11.30.15 6:30PM	Plan on 2 hours		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/226663106/
Wednesday Night Ride at 50 Year Trail	50 Year/Golder Ranch TH	Wednes, 12.02.15 6:15pm	By popular demand, we are adding this fun trail to the Wednesday night rides ,original plan will be to do The Chutes and back		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/226682399/

EVENTS AND VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

What	Location	Date	Contact
BICAS 20^th Annual Art Auction Early bidding takes place Saturday from 11am-4pm; and you won’t want to miss the silent auction to be held Saturday December 5th, from 6-9pm. Plenty of bike parking so ride your bike!	The Art Gallery 1122 N Stone Ave.	Saturday from 11am-4pm; And Saturday December 5th, from 6-9pm.	www.bicas.org/art-auction
Criterium Training Series UA Tech Park –	The Bridges 1550 E. 36th St	All races are Wednesday Series 1 December 2,9,16,23,30 Series 2 January 6,13,20,27 February 3 Series 3 February 10,17,24 March 2,9	https://www.facebook.com/events/1500546370245192/
Bicycle Advocacy Committee Public meeting Himmel Park Library	1035 N Treat Ave,	Wednesday 12.9.15 6:00pm	Open meeting to the public all about bikes.
December Trailwork Day Milagrosa Sponsored By SONORAN CYCLES	Meet at Suzenu parking at 8am	Saturday, December 12at 8:00am	https://www.facebook.com/events/1472186376416160/
Liv Ladies Holiday Mingle, Basic Maintenance tips, tire changing and holiday gift ideas,	Bicycle Ranch Tucson 7090 N Oracle Rd	Saturday, December 12at 1:00pm	https://www.facebook.com/events/521434504678839/

TIMED RIDES aka MOTIVATION aka RACES and Big Rides

Name	Description	Date	Location	Contact Info
Horse Lovers p/b Bicycles of Phoenix- Cranky Cross	It has beer handoffs. It has mud and jumping on and off bikes over obstacles	Saturday 11.28.15	Phoenix	http://azcross.com/
AZ endurance series	31 miles ride around the McDowell range. 61 miles will utilize the new Gooseneck trail to add in the Brown’s Ranch area.	Saturday 12.05.15 7:30am	Scottsdale, Arizona.	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/mc6/
Race around the Farm – Cranky Cross	You guessed. It’s not a road race. It’s not a mtn bike race. It’s nobby tires with drop bars. Hopefully it will be muddy.	Sat/Sunday 12. 5-6.15	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/
Dawn to Dusk	From sun-up until the big light in the sky goes out. 15.5 mile laps.	12.12.15 7:23AM	McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Pemberton Trail	http://www.dcbadventures.com/
1st Annual World Vegan/Bison Day Clunker Criterion	1) best/worst clunker, 2) best/worst costume, 3) slowest lap. Details to follow.	Sunday 12.13.15 1:00 PM	Fantasy Island Mountain Bike Trails	https://www.facebook.com/events/1588435644710464/
AZ CROSS Series Finals /TREK CX State Championships	C OSSSSSSSSSS Y R C C L O	December 19	Gilbert	http://azcross.com

RIDE AND EVENT DISCLAIMER

WHERE DO ALL THE RIDES COME FROM? These links and shops and clubs and teams and facebook and YOU. See a ride that is missing. Please let me know Damion@DamionAlexadner.com. Thanks

Road

*Vistoso Cyclist http://vistosocyclists.weebly.com/road-biking.html

Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

*Tucson Tri Girls https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttgandfriends/ http://www.tucsontrigirls.org/index.php/calendar

Zona Cyclist https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

JKG Strava – https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts

U of A Cycling http://uacycling.com/

Velo Vets Phonehttp://www.azvelovets.org/: 520-465-5186

Tuesday Night Ride https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

Bicycle Commuters of Tucson https://www.facebook.com/groups/160142187481277/

Mountain Bike

Tucson Offroad Cyclists and Activists TORCA http://torca.org/ www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org http://www.sdmb.org

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts \

Our MTB Rides – Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourmtbrides/385655391621830/?notif_t=group_activity

Old Pueblo Mountain Bike – Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340 https://www.facebook.com/groups/203787656312279/?fref=ts

RBAR – Jesus Friaa 520-271-3776

Shop Rides

Performance Bicycles Speedway Tucson – Pbs074@performaneinc.com

(520) 327-3232‎ http://www.meetup.com/Performance-Speedway-MeetNRide/events/

Performance Bicycles Broadway – pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715

Fairwheel Bikes https://fairwheelbikes.com/tucson-arizona-location-ezp-1.html#rides (520) 884-9018

Grasky Endurance Coaching www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Broadway Bicycles

Bicycle Ranch Tucson – http://bicycleranch.com/tucson-rides/ ( 520-219-4311

Ben’s Bikes http://www.bensbikestucson.com/ 520-574-2453

Recumbent

Tucson Recumbent Cyclists https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/?fref=ts

Community Bike Ride List Oct 31-Nov 6

October 31, 2015Bike Advocacy, Bike Friendly Laws, Bikes and Beverages (beer and booze), BMX, Charity Event, Community Bike Events, Community Bike Ride List, El Grupo, Mountain Bike, Ride List, The Loop, TrainingArizona, Bicycle, bike advocate, bike pilgrim, bike polo, Bike Safety, Bikepilgrim, bikepilgrim.com, Cycling, Cyclocross Arizona, El Grupo, El Grupo Youth Cycling, el tour de tucson, epic rides, Ethan Orr, events, Government, High School Mountain Bike, Mountain Bike, Mountain Bikes, Mt. Lemmon, NICA, Ordinary Bike Shop, Racing, shootout, The Loop, The Shootout, Thursday ride, Tucson, Tucson Bicycle Classic, Tuesday ridebikepilgrim

November 3^rd is election day. There are huge benefits for the cycling community if all 7 bonds pass. As this list is all about bikes, I’d encourage you to vote for all 7.

Damion

REOCCURING WEEKLY RIDES

What	Where	When	Distance/Time	Speed	Contact

Cyclocross	Fort Lowell Park	Wednesday6:30AM	Some pre work riding, jumping obstacles,beer, donuts, coffee, laps on the grass and dirt.		https://www.facebook.com/groups/671108262985165/
U of A Cycling Monday Mosey	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Monday7:00AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	How fast can a mosey be?	http://uacycling.com/
Ben’s Bike MTB	Meet at shop	Monday6:00 PM	1-2 hours	Easy, fun, social	Ben’s Bikes
Monday Night Mash	Ordinary Bike Shop	Monday7:15pm	15-25 miles	Social regroups	https://www.facebook.com/groups/1147259775287516/

Hills, Hills Hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Tuesday5:30AM	20 milesAbout an hour	12-14HILLS	Damion Alexander520-977-5664 text or call
Velo Vets	VA Blind Rehab Center at the VA Hospital	Tuesday 4:45PM	Two rides. One on VA campus. Other on The Loop	easy, fun, social and service ride	Giuliana DonnellyPhone:520-465-5186 http://www.azvelovets.org/
Tuesday “Shootout”	University/Euclid	Tuesday7:00AM	2.5 hours40 miles	Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
RBAR Energy MTB Ride& Rbar Samples	Fantasy Island North Side	Tuesday5:30PM		Easy ride	https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794?fref=ts
Tuesday Night Fast Fixed Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday6:30PM	Few Hours Varies	Fast	brownus_clarence@yahoo.com
Tuesday Night Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday8:30PM	12-18 miles	Slow	https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

UA Cycling Wed.Worlds	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed7:00AM	40-60 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Mt. Lemmon	University/Euclid	Wed6:30AM	55-60 Miles		www.Fairwheelbike.com
JKG DnA Easy	Udall Parking Lot	Wed5:30AM	Udall-Mile post 3 on Lemmon	CasualNoDrop	https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts
Heavy Pedal	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed7:00PM	Different route each week
Wednesday Shredzday	Sierra Vista 31.501495, -110.274078	Wed7:00PM	10 miles		Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685
Bike Polo	UofA Mall	Wed8:00PM			https://www.facebook.com/tucson.bikepolo?fref=ts

Up OracleThursday Shootout	University and Euclid	Thurs7:00AM		Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Hills, hills, hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Thurs5:30AM	20 miles	12-14(but Hills)	Damion Alexander977-5664
Tim Carolan Ride	AJ’sSunrise/Campbell	Thursday7:00AM	45 miles	18 plus	timcarolan@mac.com548-3624
U of A Cycling Thursday Thrill	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Thurs7:00AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	Easy Ride	http://uacycling.com/
Ordinary Bike Shop Ride	Ordinary Bike Shop	Thursday7AM	10-20 Miles	Conversational Pace	Nate Woiwode nate@ordinarybikeshop.com
The JKG Flagship ride	Le Buzz	Thurs5:30AM	Le Buzz to Molina Basin	Hammer fest	JKG Strava on Facebook
Tasty Chipolte Night Ride	Sierra VistaChipotle 6 or circle K at 6:30	Thursday6:00PM- Chipotle 6:30 PM Circle K on BST	20-25 miles	No drop	Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685

U OF A Cycling Friday Freewheelin	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Friday7:00AM	2 hours30-40 miles	Team Time Trial Practice	http://uacycling.com/

Bicycle Ranch Tucson Group	Bicycle Ranch at Oracle and Ina	Saturday 7:00AM	48 (shorter option of 35 as well) miles	17-20MPH	Free Breakfast after rideSteve 520-219-4311
TheOld Man Shootout	University andEuclid	Saturday 6:45AM	60 Mile (can be extended to 100)	Fast20 MPH+	www.fairwheelbikes.com
The Big Boy Shootout	University andEuclid	Saturday 7:00AM	60 Miles(can be extended to 100)	Faster	www.fairwheelbikes.com
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Saturday 7:00AM	15-20 miles	12-15No drop	Pbs074@performaneinc.com(520) 327-3232‎
Performance Broadway Shop Ride	7204 e Broadway	Saturday 7:00AM	10-15 miles beginner	12-15No drop	pbs054@performanceinc.com520-296-4715
Broadway Bicycles Shop Ride	Various RoutesCall Scott	Saturday 7:00AM			Scott 296-7819
Miles Ahead Shop Ride	I’m sad to say that Miles Ahead has closed and one of the best shop rides in Tucson is no more. If you are interested in starting a Pistol Hill Ride Every week, please let me know so I can put it here. I know there is an interest, we just need someone to step up. Thanks Geoff for having such a great ride. You and Miles Ahead will be missed.
Ben’s Bike Ride	At Ben’s bike7431 Houghton	Saturday8:00AM	6-10 miles	Easy	www.bensbikestucson.com520-574-2453
Sabino Cycle Shop Ride	Varies- email Steve to be on the list	Saturday 6:30AM		No Drop	steve@sabinocycles.com
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride Mountain Bike Ride	Contact shop for details. Different route weekly.	Saturday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Sunday6:30AM	30-35 miles	12-15	Pbs074@performaneinc.com(520) 327-3232‎

Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride	6448 N Oracle	Sunday7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html
Ben’s Bikes	At Ben’s bike7431 Houghton	Sunday 8AM	35-40	17-20	www.bensbikestucson.com520-574-2453

THIS WEEKS ROAD RIDES

PLEASE NOTE- Category below just for Mountain Bikes

What	Location	Date/Time	Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Zona CyclingFirst of the Month Mt Lemmon Ride	Starbucks at El Con Coffee Shop	Saturday10.31.15 6:30AM	80 miles	16-18 MPH	https://www.facebook.com/Zona-Cycling-186457201423794/?fref=ts
Tucson Recumbent Cyclists	Mulcahy YMCA in Sam Lena park	Saturday10.31.15 8:00AM	19miles	You can keep up- friendly group	https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/
Back In The Saddle (BITS) Session 4 of 6	Brandi Fenton Splash Pad3482 East River Road	Saturday10.31.15 9:00AM	16.3 miles	For new riders	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225612610/
Gates Pass, Marana, Dove Mt., La Canada loop	Rillito Path1500 W. River Road	Saturday10.31.15 7:00AM	75 Miles	15 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226404223/
El Grupo Fall Fondo- November 1stREGISTER NOW http://www.elgrupocycling.org/fall-fondo-fundraiser/
Ride On Cycling – El Grupo Fall Fondo 70 mile course	El Grupo Club house	Sunday11.01.15 7:30AM	70 miles	16-19 mph	Dean Drawbaugh dwdrawbaugh@aol.com
Cyclovia Tucson	Off 4^th ave bike Blvd. N/S route	Sunday11.01.15 10:00AM	5 miles of car free	Your pace	https://www.facebook.com/events/768352619940827/
Cactus Cycling- Dove Mountain Park	Village Bakehouse – SE corner of Oracle & Magee	Saturday11.01.15 9:00AM	30-35 miles	15-18 mph	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2077167
El Tour Training WestSide Long week 8 74 Miles	Fry’s Marketplace12100 N Thornydale Rd,	Sunday11.01.15 7:00AM	78 miles	This is NOT a no-drop ride.	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226222818/
El Tour Training EastSide Long Week 8: 90 miles	Morris Udall Park7290 E. Tanque Verde	Sunday11.01.15 7:00AM	80 miles	This is NOT a no-drop ride.	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225029486/
El Tour Training Ride WS Short Week 8 – 55 Miles	Fry’s Marketplace12100 N Thornydale Rd	Sunday11.01.15 7:00AM	55 miles	Fast and Slow. Self supportd	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224743316/
DOWNTOWN El Tour Training Ride – Wk 8- hills 50 miles	Armory Park221 S. 6th Ave,	Sunday11.01.15 7:00AM	50	This is NOT a no-drop ride.	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226238133/
El Tour Training Ride – East Side Short 45 miles	Basha’s parking lot, Camp Lowell and Swan	Sunday11.01.15 7:00AM	45 miles	This is NOT a no-drop ride.	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226170827/
Riders for the Cure	Starbucks at River and Campbell	Sunday10.25.15 6:45AM	56 miles	different levels splits up into 2-3 groups	Charlotte Dobson charlotte.dobson67@gmail.com
The Bicycle Loop Ride	Udall Park	Monday11.02.15 7:00AM	58 miles	14-15 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226413051/
Tuesday Breakfast ride to Saguaro East	Viv’s Cafe8987 E Tanque Verde Rd	Tuesday11.03.15 7:00AM	31 miles	12-14 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226396994/
Brewed Coffee to Saguaro East Monument	Brewed Coffee4690 N Sabino Canyon Rd	Tuesday11.03.15 8:00AM	35-40 miles	18plus	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2075683
Pistol Hill – Kino Stadium	Udall Park7290 E. Tanque Verde	Wednesday10.28.15 6:30AM	55 miles	15-16	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226412999/
Oro Valley Loop Ride	Park7290 E. Tanque Verde	Friday11.06.15 5:45AM	55 MILES	14-15mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226413517/
El Grupo Fall Fondo- November 1stREGISTER NOW http://www.elgrupocycling.org/fall-fondo-fundraiser/

THIS WEEKS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES ^^^^Road rides are above^^^^

What	Location	DateTime	Time Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
October Fantasy Island Costume Group Ride	Fantasy Island	Saturday, 10.31.156:00 PM	celebrate this wonderful Pagan holiday in style on bikes and in costume. We will be doing a fun ride around Fantasy Island on Halloween night. This will be group ride pace.		https://www.facebook.com/events/991996570819472/
SAMBABrown Mt Ride	Gates Pass pullout G5 – 2nd on right, after pass.6800 W. Gates Pass Road,	Saturday, 10.31.158:00 AM	parking lot to rattle snake trail to cougar trail to lower brown trail and up on brown mt trail back to the cars.this is a 12ish mile ride with some hard climbs and technical desents.will take 2-3 hrs.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/226359675/
Honeybee/Ridgeline/Burro	NE Corner of Rancho Vistoso Blvd and Sun City Blvd	Sunday11.01.15 7AM	26 miles (short option) or 31 miles (long option) of trail and some steep jeep road with lots of elevation gain (~2,500ft+). The long loop takes about 4 hours to complete without stops. Plan on 4-5 hours on the bike if doing the long option. Bring plenty of water as none is available.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/226397950/
Monday Night @ Gabe Zimmerman	Gabe Zimmerman TrailheadMarsh Station Rd	Monday, 11.02.156:30PM	Monday night ride @ Gabe Zimmerman Plan on 2 hours.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/225844682/
Wednesday Night Ride at 50 year trail	50 Year Golder Ranch TH4798 E Golder Ranch Drive,	Wednes, 11.04.15 6:15pm	we are adding this fun trail to the Wednesday night rides; let’s meet at Golder Ranch TH at 6:00 PM, start riding at 6:15 PM, original plan will be to do The Chutes and back		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/226023205/

EVENTS AND VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

What	Location	Date	Contact
Get out the VOTE. It’s a dog fight and if you want to see all the projects that benefit the cycling community, come out and help make the final push .	IBEW Hall, 750 S. Tucson Blvd	Saturday 10.31.2015 9AM	kbagwell50@gmail.com
Cyclovia Tucson	Midtown Route	Sunday 11.01.2015 10am – 3pm	http://www.cycloviatucson.org/
Cyclovia Tucson After Party. Just because the streets have reopened to cars doesn’t mean the fun is over! Join Living Streets Alliance for an official after party bash under the O’Malley’s tent at O’malleys On Fourth from 3pm on. We’ll have live music with Michael P., games, giveaways, plenty of bike parking and food trucks.	O’malleys On Fourth247 N 4th Ave	Sunday 11.01.2015 3pm	https://www.facebook.com/events/1490006577967443/
El Grupo Fall Fondo	Tucson’s best Fondo. A great time in the saddle supporting youth cycling.	Sunday11.01.2015 8AM	http://www.elgrupocycling.org/events/fall-fondo-fundraiser/
PIMA COUNTY BOND ELECTION. If the bond passes it will have a huge impact on the cycling community. The projects that will benefit the cyclist include the Velodrome, 2 BMX parks, The Loop (and other non-mechanized trails), repaving roads, open space for MTB trails, and new trailheads. The cost for the average home owner will be less than $18.00 a year. Have questions. Please call me, Damion, at 520-977-5664. I’ve spent hundreds of hours working on this and have facts. If you have a concern, I’m here to answer them or direct you to the sources that are available to help you make an informed decision.
SDMB Pint Night at Borderlands	Borderlands Brewing 119 E Toole Ave	Wednesday 11.4.15	https://www.facebook.com/events/1517335565253434/
Trisport Customer Appreciation Night	TriSports Tucson 4495 S Coach Dr	Thursday 11.05.15	https://www.facebook.com/events/533162390167361/
TORCA Mountain Bike Pachanga featuring the 3rd Annual Poker Ride	Gordon Hirabayashi Campground	Saturday 11.07.015	https://www.facebook.com/events/1478576809102305/
Silverbell Century Two Weeks Before El Tour!	Options for 97, 66, and 30 miles Registration and Start 7 – 9 AM	Sunday 11.8.15	http://www.bikegaba.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=307669&module_id=137517
Bicycle Advocacy Committee Public meeting	Himmel Park Library 1035 N Treat Ave,	Wednesday11.11.15	Open to all. Call to the audience if you have something to say.
The Sandbox Showdown	Perhaps the greatest collections of misfits, deviants, dissenters, oddballs, outsiders, and eccentric riders all in one sandy place, riding Fatbikes in a wash to be named.	Saturday11.14.15	https://www.facebook.com/SandBox-ShowDown-291037674406274/timeline/
2015 Step Out: Tucson, AZ Walk to stop Diabetes	Rillito Downs \| Event Details Sunday, November 15th 9:00 AM	Sunday11.15.15	http://stepout.diabetes.org/site/TR/StepOut/StepOutContent?fr_id=10680&pg=entry
GABA Fall Bike Swap Parts, Bikes, accessories, friends, the swap meet has it all. It also has a new day. Same as The Urban Assault. My recommendation, sign up for the UAR as it will have a stop near the Bike Swap. Stop, shop, enjoy, let the other guy win the UA, they beer will still be there when you finish at the bike swap.		Sunday11.15.15	https://www.facebook.com/search/str/GABA/keywords_top
Urban Assault Ride Beer, Bikes and Big Wheels. It’s hard to have as much fun on a bike as this ride. It’s been away for a few years and it’s time for the Old Pueblo to welcome them back.		Sunday11.15.15	http://urbanassaultride.com/
El Tour De Tucson Ride 104, 75,55 40 Mile Events or 11 mile, 5 mile and ¼ mile Fun Rides. Want a free registration, a cycling jersey, training rides? Sign up for Tu Nidito’s Ride for a child (https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/		Saturday11.21.15	http://www.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/
Bicycle Advocacy Committee Public meeting Himmel Park Library 1035 N Treat Ave,		Wednesday12.9.15 6:00pm	Open meeting to the public all about bikes.
RIDE ON THE CAPITAL. January 19th 2016.For years we have been attempting to pass legislation in Arizona for the safety of all cyclist. The time has come for all riders to unite and pay our elected officials a visit. The vision is for all bikes: Road, Mountain Bikes, Commuters, recumbent, Trikes, Unicycles and anything else you can pedal or ride to attend. Bike shops and cycle supportive businesses from around the state will participate and have prizes for those who ride the farthest to get to the capital, those who bring the largest groups, and just random prizes for participating. https://www.facebook.com/events/1659759360905979/

TIMED RIDES aka MOTIVATION aka RACES and Big Rides

Name	Description	Date	Location	Contact Info
7th Annual 100: A Ride for Jim Stenholm	The 100 celebrates Jim Stenholm and the everyday heroes that do it all The 100 gives back to the children and families of fallen first responders through the 100 Club of Arizona.	10.24.157:00AM	Desert Horizon Park16002 N 56th St, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254	https://www.facebook.com/events/1519370165021041/
Flat Tire Cross – at the Cranky Cross	Cyclocross. Need I say more?	Saturday10.24.15	Globe, AZ	http://azcross.com/
Nica Race 4	High School MTB league racing in Havasu	Sunday 10.25.15 8am-3pm	SARA Park Rodeo Grounds /Lake Havasu City	SARA Park Rodeo Grounds // Lake Havasu City
Vanderkitten Woman’s Day Ride by Performance Bike	25,38, an 50 miles. This ride is open to both men and women of all abilities	10.25.156:30AM	8402 West Thunderbird Lane Peoria, AZ	Chris SamsChrisSams@performanceinc.com 919-913-3635
Cycle Crit Showdown	See below	Sunday10.25.15	TUCSON	http://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-3339
Northern AZ CX p/b Absolute Bikes	See above.	Saturday10.31.15	Flagstaff	http://azcross.com/
Kentucky Camp (Arizona Endurance Series)	29 and 46 mile options	11.07.159:00Am	AZ Trail.	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/kc/
Nica race #5	High School MTB racing	Sunday11.8.15 8am-3pm	White Tank Mountain Regional Park	https://www.facebook.com/events/831598270227841/
Cave Creek Cactus Classic	23 miles of beautiful mountain and Sonoran desert trails.	Sunday11.14.15	6033 E Cave Creek Rd Cave Creek, AZ	http://www.dfmba.org/
Triple C	Cyclocross	November 14/15	Tucson	http://azcross.com/
El Tour De Tucson	Ride 104, 75,55 40 Mile Events or 11 mile, 5 mile and ¼ mile Fun Rides.Want a free registration, a cycling jersey, training rides? Sign up for Tu Nidito’s Ride for a child (https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/	Sunday11.21.15	Tucson	http://www.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/
Picketpost Punisher	36,55,76 miles. This is serious off road mayhem	Saturday11.21.15	PicketPost	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/8-picketpost-punisher/
Horse Lovers p/b Bicycles of Phoenix- Cranky Cross	It has beer handoffs. It has mud and jumping on and off bikes over obstacles	Saturday11.28.15	Phoenix	http://azcross.com/
AZ endurance series	31 miles ride around the McDowell range. 61 miles will utilize the new Gooseneck trail to add in the Brown’s Ranch area.	Saturday12.05.15 7:30am	Scottsdale, Arizona.	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/mc6/
Race around the Farm – Cranky Cross	You guessed. It’s not a road race. It’s not a mtn bike race. It’s nobby tires with drop bars. Hopefully it will be muddy.	Sat/Sunday12. 5-6.15	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/
Dawn to Dusk	From sun-up until the big light in the sky goes out.15.5 mile laps.	12.12.157:23AM	McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Pemberton Trail	http://www.dcbadventures.com/
AZ CROSS Series Finals /TREK CX State Championships	C OSSSSSSSSSSY R C C L O	December 19	Gilbert	http://azcross.com

RIDE AND EVENT DISCLAIMER

WHERE DO ALL THE RIDES COME FROM? These links and shops and clubs and teams and facebook and YOU. See a ride that is missing. Please let me know Damion@DamionAlexadner.com. Thanks

Road

*Vistoso Cyclist http://vistosocyclists.weebly.com/road-biking.html

Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

*Tucson Tri Girls https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttgandfriends/ http://www.tucsontrigirls.org/index.php/calendar

Zona Cyclist https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

JKG Strava – https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts

U of A Cycling http://uacycling.com/

Velo Vets Phonehttp://www.azvelovets.org/: 520-465-5186

Tuesday Night Ride https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

Bicycle Commuters of Tucson https://www.facebook.com/groups/160142187481277/

Mountain Bike

Tucson Offroad Cyclists and Activists TORCA http://torca.org/ www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org http://www.sdmb.org

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts \

Our MTB Rides – Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourmtbrides/385655391621830/?notif_t=group_activity

Old Pueblo Mountain Bike – Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340 https://www.facebook.com/groups/203787656312279/?fref=ts

RBAR – Jesus Friaa 520-271-3776

Shop Rides

Performance Bicycles Speedway Tucson – Pbs074@performaneinc.com

(520) 327-3232‎ http://www.meetup.com/Performance-Speedway-MeetNRide/events/

Performance Bicycles Broadway – pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715

Fairwheel Bikes https://fairwheelbikes.com/tucson-arizona-location-ezp-1.html#rides (520) 884-9018

Grasky Endurance Coaching www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Broadway Bicycles

Bicycle Ranch Tucson – http://bicycleranch.com/tucson-rides/ ( 520-219-4311

Ben’s Bikes http://www.bensbikestucson.com/ 520-574-2453

Recumbent

Tucson Recumbent Cyclists https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/?fref=ts

Community Ride list for October 17-23, 2015

October 16, 2015Arizona Bicycle Center, Bike Advisory Committee meeting, Bike Advocacy, Bikes and Beverages (beer and booze), BMX, Community Bike Ride List, Established Group Rides, Mountain Bike, Racing, Random Thoughts about bikes, The Loop, Training24 hours in the old pueblo, Arizona, Bicycle, bike advocate, bike polo, bikepilgrim.com, Cycling, el tour de tucson, epic rides, events, High School Mountain Bike, Mountain Bike, Mountain Bikes, Mt. Lemmon, Ordinary Bike Shop, Ride for a child, shootout, The Loop, The Shootout, Thursday ride, Tucson, Tucson Bicycle Classic, Tuesday ridebikepilgrim

So many great rides, so little time. It is the time of the year that many of the shop rides start to change start times, so make sure to double check before you head out. On the plus side, this time of year they are later, so it may just mean you are early.

There is a great ride for Habitat For Humanity.on Saturday the 17^th. With four different routes, including a 10 mile recreational ride, 30 mile and 60 mile road rides, and a 30 mile mountain bike ride, this event provides an experience for everyone. Following your ride, join our construction volunteers and new homeowners to build and raise the walls for three new houses. What a great opportunity to go for a ride and help make our community better.

Damion

REOCCURING WEEKLY RIDES

What	Where	When	Distance/Time	Speed	Contact

Cyclocross	Fort Lowell Park	Wednesday 6:30AM	Some pre work laps on the grass and sand.		https://www.facebook.com/groups/671108262985165/
U of A Cycling Monday Mosey	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Monday 6:30AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	How fast can a mosey be?	http://uacycling.com/
Ben’s Bike MTB	Meet at shop	Monday 6:00 PM	1-2 hours	Easy, fun, social	Ben’s Bikes
Monday Night Mash	Ordinary Bike Shop	Monday 7:15pm	15-25 miles	Social regroups	https://www.facebook.com/groups/1147259775287516/

Hills, Hills Hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Tuesday 5:30AM	20 miles About an hour	12-14 HILLS	Damion Alexander 520-977-5664 text or call
Velo Vets	VA Blind Rehab Center at the VA Hospital	Tuesday 4:45PM	Two rides. One on VA campus. Other on The Loop	easy, fun, social and service ride	Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186 http://www.azvelovets.org/
Tuesday “Shootout”	University/Euclid	Tuesday 6:30AM	2.5 hours 40 miles	Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
RBAR Energy MTB Ride& Rbar Samples	Fantasy Island North Side	Tuesday 5:30PM		Easy ride	https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794?fref=ts
Tuesday Night Fast Fixed Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 6:30PM	Few Hours Varies	Fast	brownus_clarence@yahoo.com
Tuesday Night Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 8:30PM	12-18 miles	Slow	https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

UA Cycling Wed.Worlds	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 6:30AM	40-60 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Mt. Lemmon	University/Euclid	Wed 6:30AM	55-60 Miles		www.Fairwheelbike.com
JKG DnA Easy	Udall Parking Lot	Wed 5:30AM	Udall-Mile post 3 on Lemmon	Casual NoDrop	https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts
Cyclocross	Fort Lowell Park	Wed 5:15pm	Some riding, jumping obstacles + beer		https://www.facebook.com/groups/671108262985165/
Heavy Pedal	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 7:00PM	Different route each week
Wednesday Shredzday	Sierra Vista 31.501495, -110.274078	Wed 7:00PM	10 miles		Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685
Bike Polo	UofA Mall	Wed 8:00PM			https://www.facebook.com/tucson.bikepolo?fref=ts

Up Oracle Thursday Shootout	University and Euclid	Thurs 6:30AM		Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Hills, hills, hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Thurs 5:30AM	20 miles	12-14(but Hills)	Damion Alexander 977-5664
Tim Carolan Ride	AJ’s Sunrise/Campbell	Thursday 7:00AM	45 miles	18 plus	timcarolan@mac.com 548-3624
U of A Cycling Thursday Thrill	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Thurs 6:30AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	Easy Ride	http://uacycling.com/
Ordinary Bike Shop Ride	Ordinary Bike Shop	Thursday 7AM	10-20 Miles	Conversational Pace	Nate Woiwode nate@ordinarybikeshop.com
The JKG Flagship ride	Le Buzz	Thurs 5:30AM	Le Buzz to Molina Basin	Hammer fest	JKG Strava on Facebook
Tasty Chipolte Night Ride	Sierra Vista Chipotle 6 or circle K at 6:30	Thursday 6:00PM- Chipotle 6:30 PM Circle K on BST	20-25 miles	No drop	Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685

U OF A Cycling Friday Freewheelin	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Friday 6:30AM	2 hours 30-40 miles	Team Time Trial Practice	http://uacycling.com/

Bicycle Ranch Tucson Group	Bicycle Ranch at Oracle and Ina	Saturday 6:30AM	48 (shorter option of 35 as well) miles	17-20 MPH	Free Breakfast after ride Steve 520-219-4311
The Old Man Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 6:15AM Next week new ride time	60 Mile (can be extended to 100)	Fast 20 MPH+	www.fairwheelbikes.com
The Big Boy Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 6:30AM AM Next week new ride time	60 Miles(can be extended to 100)	Faster	www.fairwheelbikes.com
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Saturday 7:00AM	15-20 miles	12-15 No drop	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Performance Broadway Shop Ride	7204 e Broadway	Saturday 7:00AM	10-15 miles beginner	12-15 No drop	pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715
Broadway Bicycles Shop Ride	Various Routes Call Scott	Saturday 7:00AM			Scott 296-7819
Miles Ahead Shop Ride	I’m sad to say that Miles Ahead has closed and one of the best shop rides in Tucson is no more. If you are interested in starting a Pistol Hill Ride Every week, please let me know so I can put it here. I know there is an interest, we just need someone to step up. Thanks Geoff for having such a great ride. You and Miles Ahead will be missed.
Ben’s Bike Ride	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Saturday 8:00AM	6-10 miles	Easy	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453
Sabino Cycle Shop Ride	Varies- email Steve to be on the list	Saturday 6:30AM		No Drop	steve@sabinocycles.com
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride Mountain Bike Ride	Contact shop for details. Different route weekly.	Saturday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Sunday 6:30AM	30-35 miles	12-15	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎

Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride	6448 N Oracle	Sunday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html
Ben’s Bikes	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Sunday 8AM	35-40	17-20	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453

THIS WEEKS ROAD RIDES

PLEASE NOTE- Category below just for Mountain Bikes

What	Location	Date/Time	Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
October 17th, the ride to do is the Bike To Build for Habitat for Humanity. https://www.facebook.com/events/500154503483167/ or register at http://hfht.convio.net/site/TR?fr_id=1100&pg=entry
Zona Cycling First of the Month Mt Lemmon Ride	Starbucks at El Con Coffee Shop	Saturday 10.17.15 6:30AM	70 miles	16-18 MPH	https://www.facebook.com/Zona-Cycling-186457201423794/
Tucson Recumbent Cyclists	Possible no ride this week – check facebook	Saturday 10.17.15 6:30AM	17.6 miles	Mach 3 or slower	https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC
F*€kin’ Loud Bike Ride	Ordinary Bike Shop 311 E 7th St	Saturday 10.17.15	???	Slow Crowd	https://www.facebook.com/events/1478599345778262/
Ride On Cycling Group Training Ride	La Encantada/North	Sunday 10.18.15 7:00AM	40-45	16-19 mph	Dean Drawbaugh dwdrawbaugh@aol.com
Riders for the Cure	Panera @ Swan and Grant	Sunday 10.18.15 6:30AM	53.19 miles	different levels splits up into 2-3 groups	Charlotte Dobson charlotte.dobson67@gmail.com
The Bicycle Loop Ride	Udall Park	Monday 10.19.15 6:30AM	58 miles	14-15 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226080827/
Ken’s Monday Ride	Beyond Bread – corner Oracle /Ina	Monday 10.12.15 7:00AM	25-35	16-18mph	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2065420
Tuesday ride NE loop	Udall Park 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Tuesday 10.20.15 7:00AM	40 miles	12-14 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226082215/
Pistol Hill – Kino Stadium	Udall Park 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Wednesday 10.21.15 6:30AM	55 miles	15-16	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226080878/
Hohokam Park	Village Bakehouse, SE corner of Oracle and McGee	Wednesday 10.21.15 8:00AM	26-35 Miles	3 groups (speed/distance)	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2004514
Saguaro Park East Loop Ride	Udall Park	Friday 10.23.15 5:45AM	30-39 MILES	14-15mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/226080942/
Saguaro Nat Monument	Le Buzz	Friday 10.23.15 7:00AM	30-35 MILES	16-18mph	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2004534

THIS WEEKS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES ^^^^Road rides are above^^^^

What	Location	Date Time	Time Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Starr Pas/Cat Mtn pending weather	Richard E. Genser Starr Pass Trailhead	Saturday, 10.17.15 7:30AM	This is approximately a 14 mile ride with a challenging climb up Cat Mountain.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/226080663/
Memorial Ride for Carlos Carrasco	Fantasy Island Parking Lot Irvington / Harriso	Sunday 10.18.15 8:30AM	We are riding for Carlos Carrasco, who departed us too soon. “Don’t talk about it, be about it.” – Carlos		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/226022626/
Old Pueblo MTB: Urban Assault	La Encantada 2905 E Skyline Dr,	Sunday 10.18.15 4pm	The total distance is 13 miles as a loop. Compass Bank at La Encantada Mall at 4pm		https://www.facebook.com/events/931162033612002/
Monday Night @ Lakes Rd	AZ Trail – Sahuarita Road	Monday, 10.19.15 6:30PM	Monday night ride @ Fantasy island. Plan on 2 hours. All skill levels welcome, but you do need a good light		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/225224974/
Wednesday Night Ride at Starr Pass	Richard E. Genser Starr Pass Trailhead	Wednes, 10.21.15 6:00pm	clockwise loop, the Yetman re-reoute is finished and it is great!		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/225756078/

EVENTS AND VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

What	Location	Date	Contact
The Damion Alexander Team is proud to sponsor Habitat for Humanity Bike to Build Day	3 ride options, road and MTB, all finishing with a build day for habitat for humanity. Volunteers are needed. Riders are needed. You are neededJ	Saturday 10.17.15 6:30am Ride starts with brief welcome, then staggered start	http://hfht.convio.net/site/TR?fr_id=1100&pg=entry Wendi Lucas wendil@habitattucson.org
Try out Virtual Reality Journalism Mike McKisson, of www.bicycletucson.com has launched a Kickstarter campaign to bring 360 immersive journalism.	VR journalism is something that needs to be experienced to understand how powerful it is. Also will have a post-work event on Wednesday if you can’t make this one.	Monday 10.19.15 744 Highland Avenue	https://www.facebook.com/events/543062689177662/
Light the Night. Free front & rear light sets will be distributed as well as free helmets for youth under 18.	Light the Night is a bike safety light distribution campaign to encourage safe, lawful bicycle at night	Tuesday, October 22 at 5:30 pm	https://www.facebook.com/events/1504982279819966/
Creepy Halloween Bike-In Movie (PG rating) at Bike-in and enjoy an outdoor movie at a creepy location. Bring your own popcorn, beverages and seating.	Dunbar Spring Garden	Friday 10.23.15 6:00PM	https://www.facebook.com/events/1057409210966718/
Camp Coffee Brewing Basics (sponsored by Presta Coffee Roasters)	Come join REI as we demonstrate how to use camp stoves to make coffee! We will have a tent set up at Brandi Fenton Memorial Park along the Loop trail and will be giving out FREE coffee provided by Presta Coffee Roasters!!		https://www.facebook.com/events/1223936777622053/
Halloween Ride With Mountain Bike Legend Gary Fisher	There are going to be multiple rides. Starting with a family costume contest ride on the AZ trail and a night ride to a bar TBD.	Saturday 10. 31. 2015	Damion Alexander 520-977-5664 Damion@damionalexadner.com
Cyclovia Tucson	Midtown Route	Sunday 11.01.2015 10am – 3pm	http://www.cycloviatucson.org/
El Grupo Fall Fondo	Tucson’s best Fondo. A great time in the saddle supporting youth cycling.	Sunday 11.01.2015 8AM	http://www.elgrupocycling.org/events/fall-fondo-fundraiser/
PIMA COUNTY BOND ELECTION. If the bond passes it will have a huge impact on the cycling community. The projects that will benefit the cyclist include the Velodrome, 2 BMX parks, The Loop (and other non-mechanized trails), repaving roads, open space for MTB trails, and new trailheads. The cost for the average home owner will be less than $18.00 a year. Have questions. Please call me, Damion, at 520-977-5664. I’ve spent hundreds of hours working on this and have facts. If you have a concern, I’m here to answer them or direct you to the sources that are available to help you make an informed decision.
RIDE ON THE CAPITAL. January 19^th 2016. For years we have been attempting to pass legislation in Arizona for the safety of all cyclist. The time has come for all riders to unite and pay our elected officials a visit. The vision is for all bikes: Road, Mountain Bikes, Commuters, recumbent, Trikes, Unicycles and anything else you can pedal or ride to attend. Bike shops and cycle supportive businesses from around the state will participate and have prizes for those who ride the farthest to get to the capital, those who bring the largest groups, and just random prizes for participating. https://www.facebook.com/events/1659759360905979/
TORCA Mountain Bike Pachanga featuring the 3rd Annual Poker Ride	Gordon Hirabayashi Campground	Saturday 11.07.015	https://www.facebook.com/events/1478576809102305/
Silverbell Century Two Weeks Before El Tour!	Options for 97, 66, and 30 miles Registration and Start 7 – 9 AM	Sunday 11.8.15	http://www.bikegaba.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=307669&module_id=137517
Bicycle Advocacy Committee Public meeting	Himmel Park Library 1035 N Treat Ave,	Wednesday 11.11.15	Open to all. Call to the audience if you have something to say.
The Sandbox Showdown	Perhaps the greatest collections of misfits, deviants, dissenters, oddballs, outsiders, and eccentric riders all in one sandy place, riding Fatbikes in a wash to be named.	Saturday 11.14.15	https://www.facebook.com/SandBox-ShowDown-291037674406274/timeline/
2015 Step Out: Tucson, AZ Walk to stop Diabetes	Rillito Downs \| Event Details Sunday, November 15th 9:00 AM	Sunday 11.15.15	http://stepout.diabetes.org/site/TR/StepOut/StepOutContent?fr_id=10680&pg=entry
GABA Fall Bike Swap Parts, Bikes, accessories, friends, the swap meet has it all. It also has a new day. Same as The Urban Assault. My recommendation, sign up for the UAR as it will have a stop near the Bike Swap. Stop, shop, enjoy, let the other guy win the UA, they beer will still be there when you finish at the bike swap.		Sunday 11.15.15	https://www.facebook.com/search/str/GABA/keywords_top
Urban Assault Ride Beer, Bikes and Big Wheels. It’s hard to have as much fun on a bike as this ride. It’s been away for a few years and it’s time for the Old Pueblo to welcome them back		Sunday 11.15.15	http://urbanassaultride.com/
El Tour De Tucson Ride 104, 75,55 40 Mile Events or 11 mile, 5 mile and ¼ mile Fun Rides. Want a free registration, a cycling jersey, training rides? Sign up for Tu Nidito’s Ride for a child (https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/		Saturday 11.21.15	http://www.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/
Bicycle Advocacy Committee Public meeting Himmel Park Library 1035 N Treat Ave,		Wednesday 12.9.15 6:00pm	Open meeting to the public all about bikes.

TIMED RIDES aka MOTIVATION aka RACES and Big Rides

Name	Description	Date	Location	Contact Info
Tumacacori Century	The most popular GABA bicycle ride in Southern Arizona! Three options are available for riders from novice to very experienced cyclists: 31, 71 and 100 miles!	10.18.15 6:30AM	Sahuarita High School 350 W. Sahuarita Rd	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224264131/
Tour De Bosa	A 53 mile tour around the valley stopping at 7 Bosa Donut locations along the way!	10.18.15 6:30AM	7113 E 1st Ave Scottsdale, AZ	bicyclehaus.com
7th Annual 100: A Ride for Jim Stenholm	The 100 celebrates Jim Stenholm and the everyday heroes that do it all The 100 gives back to the children and families of fallen first responders through the 100 Club of Arizona.	10.24.15 7:00AM	Desert Horizon Park 16002 N 56th St, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254	https://www.facebook.com/events/1519370165021041/
Flat Tire Cross – at the Cranky Cross	Cyclocross. Need I say more?	Saturday 10.24.15	Globe, AZ	http://azcross.com/
Nica Race 4	High School MTB league racing in Havasu	Sunday 10.25.15 8am-3pm	SARA Park Rodeo Grounds /Lake Havasu City	SARA Park Rodeo Grounds // Lake Havasu City
Vanderkitten Woman’s Day Ride by Performance Bike	25,38, an 50 miles. This ride is open to both men and women of all abilities	10.25.15 6:30AM	8402 West Thunderbird Lane Peoria, AZ	Chris Sams ChrisSams@performanceinc.com 919-913-3635
Cycle Crit Showdown	See below	Sunday 10.25.15	TUCSON	http://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-3339
Northern AZ CX p/b Absolute Bikes	See above.	Saturday 10.31.15	Flagstaff	http://azcross.com/
Kentucky Camp (Arizona Endurance Series)	29 and 46 mile options	11.07.15 9:00Am	AZ Trail.	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/kc/
Nica race #5	High School MTB racing	Sunday 11.8.15 8am-3pm	White Tank Mountain Regional Park	https://www.facebook.com/events/831598270227841/
Cave Creek Cactus Classic	23 miles of beautiful mountain and Sonoran desert trails.	Sunday 11.14.15	6033 E Cave Creek Rd Cave Creek, AZ	http://www.dfmba.org/
Triple C	Cyclocross	November 14/15	Tucson	http://azcross.com/
El Tour De Tucson	Ride 104, 75,55 40 Mile Events or 11 mile, 5 mile and ¼ mile Fun Rides. Want a free registration, a cycling jersey, training rides? Sign up for Tu Nidito’s Ride for a child (https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/	Sunday 11.21.15	Tucson	http://www.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/
Picketpost Punisher	36,55,76 miles. This is serious off road mayhem	Saturday 11.21.15	PicketPost	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/8-picketpost-punisher/
Horse Lovers p/b Bicycles of Phoenix- Cranky Cross	It has beer handoffs. It has mud and jumping on and off bikes over obstacles	Saturday 11.28.15	Phoenix	http://azcross.com/
AZ endurance series	31 miles ride around the McDowell range. 61 miles will utilize the new Gooseneck trail to add in the Brown’s Ranch area.	Saturday 12.05.15 7:30am	Scottsdale, Arizona.	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/mc6/
Race around the Farm – Cranky Cross	You guessed. It’s not a road race. It’s not a mtn bike race. It’s nobby tires with drop bars. Hopefully it will be muddy.	Sat/Sunday 12. 5-6.15	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/
Dawn to Dusk	From sun-up until the big light in the sky goes out. 15.5 mile laps.	12.12.15 7:23AM	McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Pemberton Trail	http://www.dcbadventures.com/
AZ CROSS Series Finals /TREK CX State Championships	C OSSSSSSSSSS Y R C C L O	December 19	Gilbert	http://azcross.com

RIDE AND EVENT DISCLAIMER

WHERE DO ALL THE RIDES COME FROM? These links and shops and clubs and teams and facebook and YOU. See a ride that is missing. Please let me know Damion@DamionAlexadner.com. Thanks

Road

*Vistoso Cyclist http://vistosocyclists.weebly.com/road-biking.html

Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

*Tucson Tri Girls https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttgandfriends/ http://www.tucsontrigirls.org/index.php/calendar

Zona Cyclist https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

JKG Strava – https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts

U of A Cycling http://uacycling.com/

Velo Vets Phonehttp://www.azvelovets.org/: 520-465-5186

Tuesday Night Ride https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

Bicycle Commuters of Tucson https://www.facebook.com/groups/160142187481277/

Mountain Bike

Tucson Offroad Cyclists and Activists TORCA http://torca.org/ www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org http://www.sdmb.org

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts \

Our MTB Rides – Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourmtbrides/385655391621830/?notif_t=group_activity

Old Pueblo Mountain Bike – Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340 https://www.facebook.com/groups/203787656312279/?fref=ts

RBAR – Jesus Friaa 520-271-3776

Community Ride list Oct 3-9

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This week I spent over 10 hours updating the ride list. I hope you like it. I tracked down all the races across the State of Arizona as well as events that looked fun for those who love bicycles.

If you want to ensure you get this list, send an email with your name to damion@damionalexander.com and put Ride List in the subject.

On a very sad note, this week, ANOTHER cyclist was killed while riding his bike in Tucson. Daniel Wilson (30) was hit by a car from behind on September 29^th. He leaves behind 2 young daughters Libbie (6) and Clementine (4).

On January 19^th 2016, I’ve started to organize a ride on the Arizona Capital. We will be introducing legislation, AGAIN, for vulnerable users- those who legally use the road but are not in a motor vehicle. For years we have been trying to raise awareness for every ones safety with common sense bills like a No texting and driving ban. Arizona was the first state to introduce this bill, BUT one of only 3 states without it. It’s time we speak up with a uniform voice on behalf of our community and make sure that the State enacts these protections for all of us. If you want to get involved with this ride, email Damion@DamionAlexander.com and put Ride on the Capital in the subject.

If you would like to make a donation to Daniel’s family this link is below.

https://www.youcaring.com/libbie-and-clementine-wilson-442415#.Vg6a0JZ6oWo.facebook

Damion

I DID NOT CONFIRM EVERY TIME, but did get in touch with most of the ride leaders and shops. You should always verify times before you head out.

REOCCURING WEEKLY RIDES

What	Where	When	Distance/Time	Speed	Contact

U of A Cycling Monday Mosey	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Monday6:30AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Ben’s Bike MTB	Meet at shop	Monday6:00 PM	1-2 hours	Easy, fun, social	Ben’s Bikes

Hills, Hills Hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Tuesday5:30AM	20 milesAbout an hour	12-14HILLS	Damion Alexander977-5664
Velo Vets	VA Blind Rehab Center at the VA Hospital	Tuesday 4:45PM	Two rides. One on VA campus. Other on The Loop	easy, fun, social and service ride	Giuliana DonnellyPhone:520-465-5186 http://www.azvelovets.org/
Tuesday “Shootout”	University/Euclid	Tuesday6:30AM	2.5 hours40 miles	Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
RBAR Energy MTB Ride& Rbar Samples	Fantasy Island North Side	Tuesday5:30PM		Easy ride	https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794?fref=ts
Tuesday Night Fast Fixed Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday6:30PM	Few Hours Varies	Fast	brownus_clarence@yahoo.com
Tuesday Night Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday8:30PM	12-18 miles	Slow	FacebookTuesday Night Bike Ride

UA Cycling Wed.Worlds	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed6:30AM	40-60 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Mt. Lemmon	University/Euclid	Wed6:30AM	55-60 Miles		www.Fairwheelbike.com
JKG DnA Easy	Udall Parking Lot	Wed5:30AM	Udall-Mile post 3 on Lemmon	CasualNoDrop	https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts
Heavy Pedal	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed7:00PM	Different route each week
Wednesday Shredzday	Sierra Vista 31.501495, -110.274078	Wed7:00PM	10 miles		Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685
Bike Polo	UofA Mall	Wed8:00PM			https://www.facebook.com/tucson.bikepolo?fref=ts

Up OracleThursday Shootout	University and Euclid	Thurs6:30AM		Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Hills, hills, hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Thurs5:30AM	20 miles	12-14(but Hills)	Damion Alexander977-5664
Tim Carolan Ride	AJ’sSunrise/Campbell	Thursday7:00AM	45 miles	18 plus	timcarolan@mac.com548-3624
U of A Cycling Thursday Thrill	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Thurs6:30AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	Easy Ride	http://uacycling.com/
Ordinary Bike Shop Ride	Ordinary Bike Shop	Thursday7AM	10-20 Miles	Conversational Pace	Nate Woiwode nate@ordinarybikeshop.com
The JKG Flagship ride	Le Buzz	Thurs5:30AM	Le Buzz to Molina Basin	Hammer fest	JKG Strava on Facebook
Tasty Chipolte Night Ride	Sierra VistaChipotle 6 or circle K at 6:30	Thursday6:00PM- Chipotle 6:30 PM Circle K on BST	20-25 miles	No drop	Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685

U OF A Cycling Friday Freewheelin	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Friday6:30AM	2 hours30-40 miles	Team Time Trial Practice	http://uacycling.com/

Bicycle Ranch Tucson Group	Bicycle Ranch at Oracle and Ina	Saturday 6:30AM	48 (shorter option of 35 as well) miles	17-20MPH	Free Breakfast after rideSteve 520-219-4311
TheOld Man Shootout	University andEuclid	Saturday 6:15AMNext week new ride time	60 Mile (can be extended to 100)	Fast20 MPH+	www.fairwheelbikes.com
The Big Boy Shootout	University andEuclid	Saturday 6:30AM AMNext week new ride time	60 Miles(can be extended to 100)	Faster	www.fairwheelbikes.com
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Saturday 7:00AM	15-20 miles	12-15No drop	Pbs074@performaneinc.com(520) 327-3232‎
Performance Broadway Shop Ride	7204 e Broadway	Saturday 7:00AM	10-15 miles beginner	12-15No drop	pbs054@performanceinc.com520-296-4715
Broadway Bicycles Shop Ride	Various RoutesCall Scott	Saturday 7:00AM			Scott 296-7819
Miles Ahead Shop Ride	I’m sad to say that Miles Ahead has closed and one of the best shop rides in Tucson is no more. If you are interested in starting a Pistol Hill Ride Every week, please let me know so I can put it here. I know there is an interest, we just need someone to step up. Thanks Geoff for having such a great ride. You and Miles Ahead will be missed.
Ben’s Bike Ride	At Ben’s bike7431 Houghton	Saturday8:00AM	6-10 miles	Easy	www.bensbikestucson.com520-574-2453
Sabino Cycle Shop Ride	Varies- email Steve to be on the list	Saturday 6:30AM		No Drop	steve@sabinocycles.com
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride Mountain Bike Ride	Contact shop for details. Different route weekly.	Saturday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Sunday6:30AM	30-35 miles	12-15	Pbs074@performaneinc.com(520) 327-3232‎

Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride	6448 N Oracle	Sunday7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html
Ben’s Bikes	At Ben’s bike7431 Houghton	Sunday 8AM	35-40	17-20	www.bensbikestucson.com520-574-2453

THIS WEEKS ROAD RIDES

PLEASE NOTE- Category below just for Mountain Bikes

What	Location	Date/Time	Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Zona CyclingFirst of the Month Mt Lemmon Ride	Le BuzzTanque Verde & Catalina Hwy	Saturday10.03.15 6:00AM	25 miles	??? Do you know?? Email me	https://www.facebook.com/Zona-Cycling-186457201423794/timeline/
Tucson Recumbent Cyclists	UofA, in the parking lot on Palm Dr.	Saturday10.03.15 6:30AM	20.3 miles	Mach 3 or slower	https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/
SONOITA, NOGALES AND BACK	Southwest corner of Hwy 83 and the intersection with Hwy 82 in Sonoita	Saturday,10.03.15 7:00 AM	56 miles	14-16NOT a “no rider left behind” ride	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225665925/
Ride On Cycling Group Training Ride	: Time Market – 444 E. University Blvd.	Sunday10.04.15 6:30AM	40-45	16-19 mph	Dean Drawbaugh dwdrawbaugh@aol.com
Riders for the Cure	Starbuck at River and Campbell	Sunday10.04.15 6:30AM	46.59 miles	different levels splits up into 2-3 groups	Charlotte Dobson charlotte.dobson67@gmail.com
Tu Nidito Ride For a Child Training Ride	Tu Nidito3922 N. Mountain Ave	Sunday10.04.15 6:30AM Ride leaves at 6:30 sharp.	https://www.facebook.com/events/661029120707018/“A” Ride – Longer Ride, Moderate Pace – Average Speed is 18 mph and up. This ride will be approximately 50+ miles. “B” Ride – Shorter Ride – Slower Pace – Average Speed is 15 mph. This ride will be approximately 40+ miles “C” Ride – Beginner Ride – Slower Pace – no drop. This ride will head out with the “B” cyclists at a slower pace. The ride will be approximately 25-30 miles. Join us for bagels and conversation after the ride!
Back to Back Lemmon Headed friends Ride part 2 – The sequel	Mt LemmonMile Post 0	Sunday10.04.15 6:30AM	To the top Observatory	Friendly group. Stay together	https://www.facebook.com/events/648522191957758/
El Tour Training WestSide Long Wk:4 72 Miles	Fry’s Marketplace12100 N Thornydale Rd,	Sunday10.04.15 6:30AM	72	This is NOT a no-drop ride.	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225458373/
El Tour Training EastSide Long Wk 4: 70 miles	Morris Udall Park7290 E. Tanque Verde	Sunday10.04.15 6:30AM	70nmiles	Fast and Slow. Self supportd	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225029227/
El Tour Training Ride WS Short Week 4 – 40 Miles	Fry’s Marketplace12100 N Thornydale Rd,	Sunday10.04.15 7:00AM	40 miles	This is NOT a no-drop ride.	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224743134/
DOWNTOWN El Tour Training Ride – Wk 4- hills 54 miles	Armory Park221 S. 6th Ave,	Sunday10.04.15 6:30AM	54 miles	12-14 mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224918263/
El Tour Training Ride – East Side Short 35 miles	Basha’s parking lot, Camp Lowell and Swan	Sunday10.04.15 7:00AM	35 miles		http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225211446/
The Bicycle Loop Ride	Udall Park	Monday10.05.15 6:30AM	58 miles	14-15 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225762282/
Tuesday rides are back!	Jerry Bob’s on Speedway just east of Grady Ave	Tuesday10.06.15 7AM	28 miles	12-14mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225467140/
Gates Pass	Starbucks 5970 W Arizona Pavillons	Tuesday10.06.15 7:30AM	44 miles	18 plus	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2051863
Hohokam Park	Village Bakehouse, SE corner of Oracle and McGee	Wednesday10.07.15 7:00AM	26-35 Miles	3 groups (speed/distance)	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2004514
Pistol Hill – Kino Stadium Ride	Udall Park	Wednesday10.07.15 5:45AM	55 miles	15-16MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225762383/
Saguaro Park East Loop Ride	Udall Park	Friday10.09.15 5:45AM	30-39 MILES	15-16mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225762503/
Saguaro Nat Monument	Le Buzz	Friday10.09.15 7:00AM	30-35 MILES	16-18mph	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2004534

THIS WEEKS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES ^^^^Road rides are above^^^^

What	Location	DateTime	Time Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Lets do a lap at the 24 hr and go have lunch	24 Hour Course at Willow Springs-Meeting at the Arch	Saturday, 10.03.157AM	This is going to be 16.5 miles of pretty easy riding. no riders left behind.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/225769966/
Old Pueblo MTB: 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo from the Arch	24 Hour Course at Willow Springs-Meeting at the Arch	Sunday10.04.15 4PM	This Sunday we are going to do a 17 miles loop at 24 HOP.		https://www.facebook.com/events/415266765334801/
Monday Night @ Gabe Zimmerman	Gabe Zimmerman TrailheadMarsh Station	Monday, 10.05.156:30PM	We ride from sahuarita rd to lakes rd and back. No rider left behind.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/225224899/
Wednesday Night Ride at 50 Year Trail	50 Year/Golder Ranch TH4798 E Golder Ranch Drive	Wednes, 10.07.15 6:00pm	Original plan will be to do The Chutes and back		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/225756066/

EVENTS

What	Location	Date	Contact
On October 05 a group representing you from CASA, SAMBA, SDMB, and TORCA will be meeting with the Marana Parks and Recs and other Admin to discuss the access to the trails in the Tortilita mountains. Private property owners have requested that Bikes not use Cougar Canyon road and Como to access the trails. Last week, I was very upset about this and the ride list had some bitter commentary towards the cycling community that resulted in the road being closed. I do try to keep a level head as it is the best way to accomplish any task. I apologize if I upset anyone.
Boys & Girls Club bike repair	Boys and Girls Club1935 S. Columbus, Tucson	Friday, October 2, 2015 3:00 PM	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225724354/
TOUR DE FAT: TEMPE, ARIZONA	When New Belgium puts on a ride you know it is going to be a good time.	Saturday, October 3, 2015 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2015-tour-de-fat-tempe-registration-15823117370
CAF % NIGHT @ REILLY PIZZA	REILLY Craft Pizza & Drink101 E Pennington St	Tuesday, October 6at 5:00pm – 10:00pm	https://www.facebook.com/events/1650537001830508/
How will the Pima County Bonds Benefit cycling in the old Pueblo. Presented by me, Damion Alexander.	November 3, 2015 Pima county residence will have an opportunity to vote on 7 bonds. These bonds will have a huge impact on our community. Come out to the Bicycle Ranch and find out specifically how they will improve our roads, build a Velodrome, BMX parks, and help fund the completion of the Urban Loop.	Thursday, October 8at 6:00am – 7:00am	https://www.facebook.com/events/716055268539210/
AZ Endurance series Coconino Stage Bikepack		Friday, October 9, 2015 at 7:00am	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/5-coconino-250-and-350/
The Damion Alexander Team is proud to sponsor Habitat for Humanity Bike to Build Day	3 ride options, road and MTB, all finishing with a build day for habitat for humanity. Volunteers are needed. Riders are needed. You are neededJ	Saturday 10.17.15 6:30am Ride starts with brief welcome, then staggered start	http://hfht.convio.net/site/TR?fr_id=1100&pg=entryWendi Lucas wendil@habitattucson.org
Halloween Ride With Mountain Bike Legend Gary Fisher	There are going to be multiple rides. Starting with a family costume contest ride on the AZ trail and a night ride to a bar TBD.	Saturday 10. 31. 2015	Damion Alexander 520-977-5664Damion@damionalexadner.com
Cyclovia Tucson	Midtown Route	Sunday 11.01.2015 10am – 3pm	http://www.cycloviatucson.org/
El Grupo Fall Fondo	Tucson’s best Fondo. A great time in the saddle supporting youth cycling.	Sunday11.01.2015 8AM	http://www.elgrupocycling.org/events/fall-fondo-fundraiser/
PIMA COUNTY BOND ELECTION. If the bond passes it will have a huge impact on the cycling community. The projects that will benefit the cyclist include the Velodrome, 2 BMX parks, The Loop (and other non-mechanized trails), repaving roads, open space for MTB trails, and new trailheads. The cost for the average home owner will be less than 18.00 a year. Have questions. Please call me, Damion, at 977-5664. I’ve spent hundreds of hours working on this and have facts. If you have a concern, I’m here to answer them.
RIDE ON THE CAPITAL. January 19^th 2016.For years we have been attempting to pass legislation in Arizona for the safety of all cyclist. The time has come for all riders to unite and pay our elected officials a visit. The vision is for all bikes: Road, Mountain Bikes, Commuters, recumbent, Trikes, Unicycles and anything else you can pedal or ride to attend. Bike shops and cycle supportive businesses from around the state will participate and have prizes for those who ride the farthest to get to the capital, those who bring the largest groups, and just random prizes for participating. https://www.facebook.com/events/1659759360905979/
TORCA Mountain Bike Pachanga featuring the 3rd Annual Poker Ride	Gordon Hirabayashi Campground	Saturday 11.07.015	https://www.facebook.com/events/1478576809102305/
Silverbell Century Two Weeks Before El Tour!	Options for 97, 66, and 30 miles Registration and Start 7 – 9 AM	Sunday 11.8.15	http://www.bikegaba.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=307669&module_id=137517
The Sandbox Showdown	Perhaps the greatest collections of misfits, deviants, dissenters, oddballs, outsiders, and eccentric riders all in one sandy place, riding Fatbikes in a wash to be named.	Saturday11.14.15	https://www.facebook.com/SandBox-ShowDown-291037674406274/timeline/
2015 Step Out: Tucson, AZ Walk to stop Diabetes	Rillito Downs \| Event Details Sunday, November 15th 9:00 AM	Sunday11.15.15	http://stepout.diabetes.org/site/TR/StepOut/StepOutContent?fr_id=10680&pg=entry
GABA Fall Bike Swap Parts, Bikes, accessories, friends, the swap meet has it all. It also has a new day. Same as The Urban Assault. My recommendation, sign up for the UAR as it will have a stop near the Bike Swap. Stop, shop, enjoy, let the other guy win the UA, they beer will still be there when you finish at the bike swap.		Sunday11.15.15	https://www.facebook.com/search/str/GABA/keywords_top
Urban Assault Ride Beer, Bikes and Big Wheels. It’s hard to have as much fun on a bike as this ride. It’s been away for a few years and it’s time for the Old Pueblo to welcome them back		Sunday11.15.15	http://urbanassaultride.com/
El Tour De Tucson Ride 104, 75,55 40 Mile Events or 11 mile, 5 mile and ¼ mile Fun Rides. Want a free registration, a cycling jersey, training rides? Sign up for Tu Nidito’s Ride for a child (https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/		Saturday11.21.15	http://www.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/

TIMED RIDES aka MOTIVATION aka RACES and Big Rides

Name	Description	Date	Location	Contact Info
Tour of the White Mountains	Mountain bikes, beer & BBQ. Epic knows how to throw a party + the riding is pretty good to boot	10.3.157Am	Pinetop	Epicrides.com
Mt. Graham, Hill Climb	A slightly uphill Road Race. Very slightly! 10 and 20 mile options.	10/04/2015	Mt. Graham, Hill Climb	http://www.presteza.com/MtGrahamIndex.html
AZ Endurance seriesCoconino Stage Bikepack	The 250-mile route has about 40-50% singletrack, some of which is pretty darn technical, and about 33k of climbing.	Friday, 10.09.15 7:00am	Flaggstaff	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/5-coconino-250-and-350/
Prescott 6’er	Riders will have a 9.4 mile loop with single track, hills and switchbacks for 6 hours, oh my.	10.10.159:00AM	1200 Commerce Drvie Prescott, AZThe Brownlow Trail System.	http://www.prescott6er.com/
Edward Jones “Tour de Ted – Tempe”	10 miles and 32 miles	10.10.15	Scottsdale, AZ AOA Parking Lot,16447 N 91st St
Cochise County Cycling Classic	27,47,95 and 165 miles of rural roads in Southern Arizona.	10.10.156:30AM	3677 N Leslie Canyon Rd Douglas, AZ	registration@perimeterbicycling.com

Tour de Tonopah	100Km, 65Km and a 20Km bike ride, all of which traverse the picturesque Sonoran Desert.	10.10.157:00AM	38201 W Indian School Rd, Tonopah, AZ	Vince Evansvince@communitybingoaz.com 623-512-8878
Tour De Scottsdale	30 and 70 mile ride benefiting is the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy,	10.11.15	Market Street in DC RanchScottsdale	http://www.tourdescottsdale.net
The Ride430 Challenge 2014	The Ride 430 Challenge is a non-profit cycling event that helps give America’s injured military service people and their families hope and assistance as they travel the road to recovery.	10.14-17.15	Mesa, Wickenburg, Prescott, Payson, Scot, AZ	http://www.freewheelfoundation.com/visit-our-events-page/the-ride430-challenge/
Tour De Bosa	A 53 mile tour around the valley stopping at 7 Bosa Donut locations along the way!	10.18.156:30AM	7113 E 1st Ave Scottsdale, AZ	bicyclehaus.com
7th Annual 100: A Ride for Jim Stenholm	The 100 celebrates Jim Stenholm and the everyday heroes that do it all The 100 gives back to the children and families of fallen first responders through the 100 Club of Arizona.	10.24.157:00AM	Desert Horizon Park16002 N 56th St, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254	https://www.facebook.com/events/1519370165021041/
Flat Tire Cross – at the Cranky Cross	Cyclocross. Need I say more?	Saturday10.24.15	Globe, AZ	http://azcross.com/
Vanderkitten Woman’s Day Ride by Performance Bike	25,38, an 50 miles. This ride is open to both men and women of all abilities	10.25.156:30AM	8402 West Thunderbird Lane Peoria, AZ	Chris SamsChrisSams@performanceinc.com 919-913-3635
Cycle Crit Showdown	See below	Sunday10.25.15	TUCSON	http://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-3339
Northern AZ CX p/b Absolute Bikes	See above.	Saturday10.31.15	Flagstaff	http://azcross.com/
Kentucky Camp (Arizona Endurance Series)	29 and 46 mile options	11.07.159:00Am	AZ Trail.	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/kc/
Cave Creek Cactus Classic	23 miles of beautiful mountain and Sonoran desert trails.	Sunday11.14.15	6033 E Cave Creek Rd Cave Creek, AZ	http://www.dfmba.org/
Triple C	Cyclocross	November 14/15	Tucson	http://azcross.com/
El Tour De Tucson	Ride 104, 75,55 40 Mile Events or 11 mile, 5 mile and ¼ mile Fun Rides.Want a free registration, a cycling jersey, training rides? Sign up for Tu Nidito’s Ride for a child (https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/	Sunday11.21.15	Tucson	http://www.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/
Picketpost Punisher	36,55,76 miles. This is serious off road mayhem	Saturday11.21.15	PicketPost	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/8-picketpost-punisher/
Horse Lovers p/b Bicycles of Phoenix- Cranky Cross	It has beer handoffs. It has mud and jumping on and off bikes over obstacles	Saturday11.28.15	Phoenix	http://azcross.com/
AZ endurance series	31 miles ride around the McDowell range. 61 miles will utilize the new Gooseneck trail to add in the Brown’s Ranch area.	Saturday12.05.15 7:30am	Scottsdale, Arizona.	https://rockyroad5050.wordpress.com/mc6/
Race around the Farm – Cranky Cross	You guessed. It’s not a road race. It’s not a mtn bike race. It’s nobby tires with drop bars. Hopefully it will be muddy.	Sat/Sunday12. 5-6.15	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/
Dawn to Dusk	From sun-up until the big light in the sky goes out.15.5 mile laps.	12.12.157:23AM	McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Pemberton Trail	http://www.dcbadventures.com/
AZ CROSS Series Finals /TREK CX State Championships	C OSSSSSSSSSSY R C C L O	December 19	Gilbert	http://azcross.com

RIDE AND EVENT DISCLAIMER

WHERE DO ALL THE RIDES COME FROM? These links and shops and clubs and teams and facebook and YOU. See a ride that is missing. Please let me know Damion@DamionAlexadner.com. Thanks

Road

*Vistoso Cyclist http://vistosocyclists.weebly.com/road-biking.html

Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

*Tucson Tri Girls https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttgandfriends/ http://www.tucsontrigirls.org/index.php/calendar

Zona Cyclist https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

JKG Strava – https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts

U of A Cycling http://uacycling.com/

Velo Vets Phonehttp://www.azvelovets.org/: 520-465-5186

Tuesday Night Ride https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

Bicycle Commuters of Tucson https://www.facebook.com/groups/160142187481277/

Mountain Bike

Tucson Offroad Cyclists and Activists TORCA http://torca.org/ www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org http://www.sdmb.org

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts \

Our MTB Rides – Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourmtbrides/385655391621830/?notif_t=group_activity

Old Pueblo Mountain Bike – Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340 https://www.facebook.com/groups/203787656312279/?fref=ts

RBAR – Jesus Friaa 520-271-3776

Shop Rides

Performance Bicycles Speedway Tucson – Pbs074@performaneinc.com

(520) 327-3232‎ http://www.meetup.com/Performance-Speedway-MeetNRide/events/

Performance Bicycles Broadway – pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715

Fairwheel Bikes https://fairwheelbikes.com/tucson-arizona-location-ezp-1.html#rides (520) 884-9018

Grasky Endurance Coaching www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Broadway Bicycles

Bicycle Ranch Tucson – http://bicycleranch.com/tucson-rides/ ( 520-219-4311

Ben’s Bikes http://www.bensbikestucson.com/ 520-574-2453

Recumbent

Tucson Recumbent Cyclists https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/?fref=ts

TBC Circuit Race Part one.

OPMTB

Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340

http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts : www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts?fref=ts

GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

TORCA www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) has lots of rides organized and posted on Meetup.com or www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org

There is also the Zona bike rides. See facebook page for details. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

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I’d like to nominate Jim Davis for Bike Commuter of the year. Jim works for Tucson Fire Dept. A few years back, the fire chief told all the firemen that they were going to need to put in some time of the work day into being physically fit. I think this was directed at more of the desk jockeys/admin and others. Jim took up cycling at that time. What started as a mandate from work has turned into a full blown bike obsession. Not only is Jim communing every day, but he is also racing his bike, and has become a known and welcomed face in that community. I think that is what makes his story so special(even if it is common). One discipline, like commuting, can lead to a bike obsessed life. Last year Jim logged over 12,000 miles.

In addition to riding, Jim is one of the friendliest and outgoing people I’ve ever met while riding. Every day I come across Jim on the Bike he has a huge smile, endless encouragement for everyone he sees, and my day is simply better.

I’d also like to mention that Jim is African American. This is important as minorities are way under represented in the cycling community and we need to recognize those that are riding. This will encourage others to get on their bikes and ride.

I go to a few hundred bike rides and events every year. At all of these events, there is one person I see more than any other. This is Alisa Payne Neave. Many people might not notice her, but she is always doing something to help. She is often the first there and the one of the last to leave. She has been active in getting her own kids on bikes, riding with her husband, Arnold. She rides on the road, she rides on the MTB. She has helped with Look Save a Life, On the news for Silverbell Road about the cars driving in the bike lanes, Camped out for the youth ride on the AZ Trail.

Community Bike Ride List September 11-18

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Have you heard the phrase “Foot in Pedal”? It means that when a ride says it starts at 6AM, the ride leaves at 6AM. If you are going to a group ride, you should expect that it is going to leave when it says. I’m saying this as we are moving into the peak season and I’m seeing riders show up at “6AM” for a 6AM ride and are upset when the group leaves them behind.

The ride list is growing quickly as the temperature drops. The GABA training rides start this week. Many teams are starting to get base miles in for the race season. The snow birds, many who lead weekly rides, are returning as well. The Loop gets better every week. The grand opening of The Canada Del Oro section connecting with the Santa Cruz will be next month-construction should be finished any day. If you like to keep up on these developments I share more info on Facebook under “The Damion Alexander Team” and “The Loop”.

This list is a major time commitment and it is my pleasure to put it together. All I ask in return for the list is that you remember I’m A REALTOR. If you have a relationship with another REALTOR, I love loyalty and respect those relationships. However, if not, or if you need a second opinion, please keep The Damion Alexander Team in mind. Many agents spend money advertising for new business, some door knock and others cold call. My business is based on referrals from past clients and friends. The less time I have to do traditional prospecting the more I can do for the clients and friends you refer my team AND for the cycling community. For example: This list.

I look forward to seeing you on your bike(s).

Damion

I DID NOT CONFIRM EVERY TIME, but did get in tounch wihn most, THIS WEEK FOR THE REOCCURING RIDES. I TRY AND GIVE CONTACT INFO SO YOU CAN CHECK ON THE RIDES.

REOCCURING WEEKLY RIDES

What	Where	When	Distance/Time	Speed	Contact
U of A Cycling Monday Mosey	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Monday 6:30AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Ben’s Bike MTB	Meet at shop	6:00 PM	1-2 hours	Easy, fun, social	Ben’s Bikes
Hills, Hills Hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Tuesday 5:30AM	20 miles About an hour	12-14 HILLS	Damion Alexander 977-5664
Velo Vets	VA Blind Rehab Center at the VA Hospital	Tuesday 4:45PM	Two rides. One on VA campus. Other on The Loop	easy, fun, social and service ride	Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186 http://www.azvelovets.org/
Tuesday “Shootout”	University/Euclid	Tuesday 6:30AM	2.5 hours 40 miles	Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
RBAR Energy MTB Ride& Rbar Samples	Fantasy Island North Side	Tuesday 5:30PM		Easy ride	https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794?fref=ts
Tuesday Night Fast Fixed Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 6:30PM	Few Hours Varies	Fast	brownus_clarence@yahoo.com
Tuesday Night Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 8:30PM	12-18 miles	Slow	Facebook Tuesday Night Bike Ride

UA Cycling Wed.Worlds	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 6:30AM	40-60 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Mt. Lemmon	University/Euclid	Wed 6:30AM	55-60 Miles		www.Fairwheelbike.com
JKG DnA Easy	Udall Parking Lot	Wed 5:30AM	Udall-Mile post 3 on Lemmon	Casual NoDrop	https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts
Heavy Pedal	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 7:00PM	Different route each week
Wednesday Shredzday	Sierra Vista 31.501495, -110.274078	Wed 7:00PM	10 miles		Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685
Bike Polo	UofA Mall	Wed 8:00PM			https://www.facebook.com/tucson.bikepolo?fref=ts

Up Oracle Thursday Shootout	University and Euclid	Thurs 6:30AM		Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Hills, hills, hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Thurs 5:30AM	20 miles	12-14(but Hills)	Damion Alexander 977-5664
U of A Cycling Thursday Thrill	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Thurs 6:30AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	Easy Ride	http://uacycling.com/
Ordinary Bike Shop Ride	Ordinary Bike Shop	Thursday 7AM	10-20 Miles	Conversational Pace	Nate Woiwode nate@ordinarybikeshop.com
The JKG Flagship ride	Le Buzz	Thurs 5:30AM	Le Buzz to Molina Basin	Hammer fest	JKG Strava on Facebook
Tasty Chipolte Night Ride	Sierra Vista Chipotle 6 or circle K at 6:30	6:00 from Chipotle 6:30 Circle K on BST	20-25 miles	No drop	Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685

U OF A Cycling Friday Freewheelin	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Friday 6:00AM	2 hours 30-40 miles	Team Time Trial Practice	http://uacycling.com/

Bicycle Ranch Tucson Group	Bicycle Ranch at Oracle and Ina	Saturday 6:30AM	48 (shorter option of 35 as well) miles	17-20 MPH	Free Breakfast after ride Steve 520-219-4311
The Old Man Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 5:45AM Next week new ride time	60 Mile (can be extended to 100)	Fast 20 MPH+	www.fairwheelbikes.com
The Big Boy Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 6:00AM AM Next week new ride time	60 Miles(can be extended to 100)	Faster	www.fairwheelbikes.com
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Saturday 7:00AM	15-20 miles	12-15 No drop	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Performance Broadway Shop Ride	7204 e Broadway	Saturday 7:00AM	10-15 miles beginner	12-15 No drop	pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715
Broadway Bicycles Shop Ride	Various Routes Call Scott	Saturday 7:00AM			Scott 296-7819
Miles Ahead Shop Ride	I’m sad to say that Miles Ahead has closed and one of the best shop rides in Tucson is no more. If you are interested in starting a Pistol Hill Ride Every week, please let me know so I can put it here. I know there is an interest, we just need someone to step up. Thanks Geoff for having such a great ride. You and Miles Ahead will be missed.
Ben’s Bike Ride	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Saturday 8:00AM	6-10 miles	Easy	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453
Sabino Cycle Shop Ride	Varies- email Steve to be on the list	Saturday 6:30AM		No Drop	steve@sabinocycles.com
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride Mountain Bike Ride	Contact shop for details. Different route weekly.	Saturday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Sunday 6:30AM	30-35 miles	12-15	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride	6448 N Oracle	Sunday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html
Ben’s Bikes	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Sunday 8AM	35-40	17-20	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453

THIS WEEKS ROAD RIDES

PLEASE NOTE- Category below just for Mountain Bikes

What	Location	Date/Time	Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
CAMPBELL, ORACLE, DEL WEBB, LA CANADA LOOP	1500 W. River Road	Saturday 9.12.15 6:00AM	44 miles	At least 12 MPH average	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225232331/
Zona Cycling	Starbucks at El Con Coffee Shop	Saturday 9.12.15 6:00AM	62 miles	??? Do you know?? Email me	https://www.facebook.com/Zona-Cycling-186457201423794/timeline/?ref=br_tf
Tucson Recumbent Cyclists	Jesse Owens park on Sarnoff	Saturday 9.12.15 6:00AM	14.9 miles	Mach 3 or slower	https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/
Cactus Cycling Build up to El Tour week 3	Panera Oro Valley 10604 N. Oracle	Saturday 9.12.15 6:30AM	41 miles	16-18MPH	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2023975
Ride On Cycling Group Training Ride	Crossroads Coffee Company at Bear Canyon/Tanque Verde	Sunday 9.13.15 6:30AM	45-50	16-19 mph	Dean Drawbaugh dwdrawbaugh@aol.com
Riders for the Cure	Starbuck at River and Campbell	Sunday 9.13.15 6AM	38.12	different levels splits up into 2-3 groups	Charlotte Dobson charlotte.dobson67@gmail.com
El Tour Training WestSide Long Wk:1 48 Miles	Fry’s Marketplace 12100 N Thornydale Rd,	Sunday 9.13.15 6:30AM	47.8	This is NOT a no-drop ride.	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224863752/
El Tour Training EastSide Long Wk 1: 46 miles	Morris Udall Park 7290 E. Tanque Verde	Sunday 9.13.15 6:30AM	46 miles	Fast and Slow. Self supportd	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224722298/
El Tour Training Ride WS Short Week 1 – 25 Miles	Fry’s Marketplace 12100 N Thornydale Rd,	Sunday 9.13.15 7:00AM	25 miles	This is NOT a no-drop ride.	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224742958/
DOWNTOWN El Tour Training Ride – Wk 1 – C+/Lvl 1 (a few hills) – 24 Mi – Da Loop	Armory Park 221 S. 6th Ave,	Sunday 9.13.15 7:00AM	24 miles	12-14 mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224815288/
The Bicycle Loop Ride	Udall Park	Monday 9.14.15 6:00AM	58 miles	114-5 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225108237/
Hohokam Park	Village Bakehouse, SE corner of Oracle and McGee	Wednesday 9.16.15 7:00AM	26-35 Miles	3 groups (speed/distance)	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2004514
Pistol Hill – Kino Stadium Ride	Udall Park	Wednesday 9.16.15 5:45AM	55 miles	15-16MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225108362/
Saguaro Park East Loop Ride	Udall Park	Friday 9.18.15 5:45AM	30-39 MILES	15-16mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/225108883/
Saguaro Nat Monument	Le Buzz	Friday 9.18.15 7:00AM	30-35 MILES	16-18mph	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2004532

THIS WEEKS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES ^^^^Road rides are above^^^^

What	Location	Date Time	Time Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Tortolita Preserve	Tortolita Reserve W Twin Peaks	Saturday 9.12.15 7:00AM	Do a 9.2 mile loop at the Tortolita Preserve on Moore Road west of Dove Mountain Road. Fun and easy loop where there are no people.		https://www.facebook.com/events/666481143487467/
SAMBA Ride for a Teacher Event:	Gabe Zimmerman Trailhead Marsh Station Rd,	Saturday 9.12.15 6:30AM	Join me for a charity ride to help teachers buy school supplies that will be need during the school years		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/224548728/
September Bugs Night Ride	Leaving the Molino Basin Parking lot at 6pm. Upper Bugs lot by 7pm	Saturday 9.12.15 7:00PM	pedaling up the road but if you want to do your own shuttle that’s also fine. Then its time for some ripping fun into the darkness. Bring your light, helmet, and plenty of water.		https://www.facebook.com/events/1683316221900786/
Sidewalk Poetry Ride- In case you are in Appleton Wisc. this weekend;-)	Fox River Environmental Education Alliance 1000 N Ballard Rd, Appleton, Wisconsin 54911	Saturday 9.12.15 7:00PM	Join FCCA and The Mill: A Place for Writers for a free community event highlighting the City of Appleton’s Department of Public Works Sidewalk Poetry program. After the indoor program, an optional 9 mile bike ride will be offered to visit sidewalk poetry sites around the city.		https://www.facebook.com/events/184555848542161/
MTB Addicts – BIG COMO LOOP	In-N-Out Burger – Oro Valley 11545 N Oracle Rd,	Sunday 9.13.15 6:00 am	We’ll ride up to the Post Office and up Como. Ride the McDonalds trails down and backup to Edwin Rd.. From there, we’ll head across Oracle Rd. to the 50 Year trail. We’ll ride that all the way down to Catalina State Park and then, no climb, just grub.		https://www.facebook.com/events/972955096101491/
Golder/50yr Trail	50 Year/ Golder Ranch Trail Head	Sunday 9.13.15 7:00 am	It’s an out and back trail, so your pace and speed is always a good speed		https://www.facebook.com/events/1464222267240422/
Sunday Ride/TotWM training – Loma Alta to 3 Bridges and back	Show Map Loma Alta	Sunday 9.13.15 7:00 am	plan is to ride Loma Alta to 3 Bridges and back nonstop. I need to get a few 35-40 mile nonstop rides in.		https://www.facebook.com/events/1487862211535043/
Monday Night @ Lakes Road	AZ Trail – Sahuarita Road & Highway 83,	Monday, 9.14.15 6:30PM	We ride from sahuarita rd to lakes rd and back. No rider left behind.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/224710692/
Wednesday Night Ride at Robles Pass	Robles Trailhead	Wednes, 9.16.15 6:00pm	We’ll start at the Creosote trail, then Camaro, Bitter Sweet and continue towards Ajo and under the culvert..		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/224712212/

EVENTS

What	Location	Date	Contact
Monthly General Meeting: Racing UA Cycling Style and A Presentation by Damion Alexander, that’s me, about the Pima County Bonds and the impact they have on the cycling community	Pima County Medical Society Auditorium , Tucson, AZ 5199 E. Farness,	Monday September 16, 2015	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/223219631/
TOUR DE FAT: TEMPE, ARIZONA	When New Belgium puts on a ride you know it is going to be a good time.	Saturday, October 3, 2015 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2015-tour-de-fat-tempe-registration-15823117370
Habitat for Humanity Bike to Build Day	3 ride options, road and MTB, all finishing with a build day for habitat for humanity. Volunteers are needed. Riders are needed. You are neededJ	October 17th	Wendi Lucas wendil@habitattucson.org
Cyclovia Tucson	Midtown Route	Sunday 11.01.2015 10am – 3pm	http://www.cycloviatucson.org/
TORCA Mountain Bike Pachanga featuring the 3rd Annual Poker Ride	Gordon Hirabayashi Campground	Thursday 11.05.015	https://www.facebook.com/events/1478576809102305/
El Grupo Fall Fondo	Tucson’s best Fondo. A great time in the saddle supporting youth cycling.	Sunday 11.01.2015 8AM	Info coming soon. http://www.elgrupocycling.org/
Silverbell Century Registration and Start 7 – 9 AM Two Weeks Before El Tour!	Options for 97, 66, and 30 miles	Sunday 11.8.15	http://www.bikegaba.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=307669&module_id=137517
2015 Step Out: Tucson, AZ Walk to stop Diabetes	Rillito Downs \| Event Details Sunday, November 15th 9:00 AM	Sunday 11.15.15	http://stepout.diabetes.org/site/TR/StepOut/StepOutContent?fr_id=10680&pg=entry
Urban Assault Ride	Beer, Bikes and Big Wheels	Sunday 11.15.15	http://urbanassaultride.com/
El Tour De Tucson	Ride 104, 75,55 40 Mile Events or 11 mile, 5 mile and ¼ mil Fun Rides. Want a free registration, a cycling jersey, training rides? Sign up for Tu Nidito’s Ride for a child (https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/	Saturday 11.21.15	http://www.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/

TIMED RIDES aka MOTIVATION aka RACES and Big Rides

Name	Description	Date	Location	Contact Info
Arizona State Time Trial Championships	TT	September 13, 2015	Arizona City, AZ	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2571
Kitt Peak TT	A 11.6 mile hill climb time trial up to the Kitt Peak National Observatory. Vertical gain is 3400 feet.	September 27, 2015	Kitt Peak	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2672
Mt. Graham, Hill Climb	A slightly uphill Road Race. Very slightly! 10 and 20 mile options.	10/04/2015	Mt. Graham, Hill Climb	http://www.presteza.com/MtGrahamIndex.html
Edward Jones “Tour de Ted – Tempe”		10/10/2015	Scottsdale, AZ
The Ride430 Challenge 2014	The Ride 430 Challenge is a non-profit cycling event that helps give America’s injured military service people and their families hope and assistance as they travel the road to recovery.	October 14th-17th	Mesa, Wickenburg, Prescott, Payson, Scot, AZ	http://www.freewheelfoundation.com/visit-our-events-page/the-ride430-challenge/
Flat Tire Cross – at the Cranky Cross	Cyclocross. Need I say more?	October 24	Globe, AZ	http://azcross.com/
Cycle Crit Showdown	See below	October 25	TUCSON	http://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-3339
Northern AZ CX p/b Absolute Bikes	See above.	October 31	Flagstaff	http://azcross.com/
Triple C	More of the ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^	November 14/15	Tucson	http://azcross.com/
Horse Lovers p/b Bicycles of Phoenix- Cranky Cross	Look Up.	November 28	Phoenix	http://azcross.com/
Race around the Farm – Cranky Cross	You guessed. It’s not a road race. It’s not a mtn bike race.	December 5/6	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/
AZ CROSS Series Finals /TREK CX State Championships	C OSSSSSSSSSS Y R C C L O	December 19	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/

RIDE AND EVENT DISCLAIMER

WHERE DO ALL THE RIDES COME FROM? These links and shops and clubs and teams and facebook and YOU. See a ride that is missing. Please let me know Damion@DamionAlexadner.com. Thanks

Road

*Vistoso Cyclist http://vistosocyclists.weebly.com/road-biking.html

Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

*Tucson Tri Girls https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttgandfriends/ http://www.tucsontrigirls.org/index.php/calendar

Zona Cyclist https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

JKG Strava – https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts

U of A Cycling http://uacycling.com/

Velo Vets Phonehttp://www.azvelovets.org/: 520-465-5186

Tuesday Night Ride https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

Bicycle Commuters of Tucson https://www.facebook.com/groups/160142187481277/

Mountain Bike

Tucson Offroad Cyclists and Activists TORCA http://torca.org/ www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org http://www.sdmb.org

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts \

Our MTB Rides – Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourmtbrides/385655391621830/?notif_t=group_activity

Old Pueblo Mountain Bike – Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340 https://www.facebook.com/groups/203787656312279/?fref=ts

RBAR – Jesus Friaa 520-271-3776

Shop Rides

Performance Bicycles Speedway Tucson – Pbs074@performaneinc.com

(520) 327-3232‎ http://www.meetup.com/Performance-Speedway-MeetNRide/events/

Performance Bicycles Broadway – pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715

Fairwheel Bikes https://fairwheelbikes.com/tucson-arizona-location-ezp-1.html#rides (520) 884-9018

Grasky Endurance Coaching www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Broadway Bicycles

Bicycle Ranch Tucson – http://bicycleranch.com/tucson-rides/ ( 520-219-4311

Ben’s Bikes http://www.bensbikestucson.com/ 520-574-2453

Recumbent

Tucson Recumbent Cyclists https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/?fref=ts

Community Bike Ride List September 4-September 11

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I admit, I’ve chewed off a few more projects that are time sensitive and just could not get the ride list completed. As much as I wish I could get it all done, my priority is to my real estate clients first. Both my business partner, Chris, and I are swamped. It’s nearly 9PM on Friday night on the holiday weekend and I have 20 hours of work to get done. It’s a good thing. I have an incredible new listing going on the market tomorrow at the base of Mt. Lemmon and a few more coming on in the next few weeks. I’ll have a more detailed list next week. All of the sources I check are at the bottom of the page so you can look them up if you desire

This list is a major time commitment and it is my pleasure to put it together. All I ask in return for the list is that you remember I’m A REALTOR. If you have a relationship with another REALTOR, I love loyalty and respect those relationships. However, if not, or if you need a second opinion, please keep The Damion Alexander Team in mind. Many agents spend money advertising for new business, some door knock and others cold call. My business is based on referrals from past clients and friends. The less time I have to do traditional prospecting the more I can do for the clients and friends you refer my team AND for the cycling community. For example: This list.

I DID NOT CONFIRM EVERY TIME THIS WEEK FOR THE REOCCURING RIDES. I TRY AND GIVE CONTACT INFO SO YOU CAN CHECK ON THE RIDES.

REOCCURING WEEKLY RIDES

What	Where	When	Distance/Time	Speed	Contact
U of A Cycling Monday Mosey	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Monday 6:00AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Ben’s Bike MTB	Meet at shop	6:00 PM	1-2 hours	Easy, fun, social	Ben’s Bikes
Hills, Hills Hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Tuesday 5:30AM	20 miles About an hour	12-14 HILLS	Damion Alexander 977-5664
Velo Vets On VACATION back Sept 15	VA Blind Rehab Center.	Tuesday 5:00PM	5-25 miles	easy, fun, social and service ride	Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186 http://www.azvelovets.org/
Tuesday “Shootout”	University/Euclid	Tuesday 6:00AM	2.5 hours 40 miles	Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
RBAR Energy MTB Ride& Rbar Samples	Fantasy Island North Side	Tuesday 5:30PM		Easy ride	https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794?fref=ts
Tuesday Night Fast Fixed Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 6:30PM	Few Hours Varies	Fast	brownus_clarence@yahoo.com
Tuesday Night Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 8:30PM	12-18 miles	Slow	Facebook Tuesday Night Bike Ride

UA Cycling Wed.Worlds	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 6:00AM	40-60 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Mt. Lemmon	University/Euclid	Wed 6:30AM	55-60 Miles		www.Fairwheelbike.com
JKG DnA Easy	Udall Parking Lot	Wed 5:30AM	Udall-Mile post 3 on Lemmon	Casual NoDrop	https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts
Heavy Pedal	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 7:00PM	Different route each week
Wednesday Shredzday	Sierra Vista 31.501495, -110.274078	Wed 7:00PM	10 miles		Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685
Bike Polo	UofA Mall	Wed 8:00PM			https://www.facebook.com/tucson.bikepolo?fref=ts

Up Oracle Thursday Shootout	University and Euclid	Thurs 6:00AM		Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Hills, hills, hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Thurs 5:30AM	20 miles	12-14(but Hills)	Damion Alexander 977-5664
U of A Cycling Thursday Thrill	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Thurs 6:00AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	Easy Ride	http://uacycling.com/
Ordinary Bike Shop Ride	Ordinary Bike Shop	Thursday 7AM	10-20 Miles	Conversational Pace	Nate Woiwode nate@ordinarybikeshop.com
The JKG Flagship ride	Le Buzz	Thurs 5:30AM	Le Buzz to Molina Basin	Hammer fest	JKG Strava on Facebook
Tasty Chipolte Night Ride	Sierra Vista Chipotle 6 or circle K at 6:30	6:00 from Chipotle 6:30 Circle K on BST	20-25 miles	No drop	Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685

U OF A Cycling Friday Freewheelin	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Friday 6:00AM	2 hours 30-40 miles	Team Time Trial Practice	http://uacycling.com/

Bicycle Ranch Tucson Group	Bicycle Ranch at Oracle and Ina	Saturday 6:00AM	48 (shorter option of 35 as well) miles	17-20 MPH	Free Breakfast after ride Steve 520-219-4311
The Old Man Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 5:45AM	60 Mile (can be extended to 100)	Fast 20 MPH+	www.fairwheelbikes.com
The Big Boy Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 6:00AM AM	60 Miles(can be extended to 100)	Faster	www.fairwheelbikes.com
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Saturday 8:00AM	15-20 miles	12-15 No drop	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Performance Broadway Shop Ride	7204 e Broadway	Saturday 8:00AM	10-15 miles beginner	12-15 No drop	pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715
Broadway Bicycles Shop Ride	Various Routes Call Scott	Saturday 7:00AM			Scott 296-7819
Miles Ahead Shop Ride	I’m sad to say that Miles Ahead has closed and one of the best shop rides in Tucson is no more. If you are interested in starting a Pistol Hill Ride Every week, please let me know so I can put it here. I know there is an interest, we just need someone to step up. Thanks Geoff for having such a great ride. You and Miles Ahead will be missed.
Ben’s Bike Ride	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	8:00AM	6-10 miles	Easy	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453
Sabino Cycle Shop Ride	Varies- email Steve to be on the list	Saturday 6:30AM		No Drop	steve@sabinocycles.com
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride Mountain Bike Ride	Contact shop for details. Different route weekly.	Saturday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

VELO\VETS On VACATION back Sept 15	Mobility Fitness Center 2502 N. Dragoon Ave	Sunday 6:00 PM	5-25 miles	All speeds welcome	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-1868181 Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Sunday 7:00AM	30-35 miles	12-15	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride	6448 N Oracle	Sunday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html
Ben’s Bikes	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Sunday 8AM	35-40	17-20	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453
Velo Vets – On VACATION back Sept 15	Mobility Fitness Center 2502 N. Dragoon Ave.	Sunday 4:00Pm- 6:00pm	A few miles	Easy fun social ride	Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186

EVENTS

What	Location	Date	Contact
Trail Of The Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway Overnight Tour	This 3-day, 105 mile, loop tour, camping/lodging offers one of New Mexico’s finest cycling routes in America.	Monday- Wed 10.5-7.15	http://www.bikegaba.org/content.aspx?page_id=87&club_id=307669&item_id=385858
Habitat for Humanity Bike to Build Day	3 ride options, road and MTB, all finishing with a build day for habitat for humanity. Volunteers are needed. Riders are needed. You are neededJ	October 17th	Wendi Lucas wendil@habitattucson.org
Cyclovia Tucson	Midtown Route	Sunday 11.01.2015 10am – 3pm	http://www.cycloviatucson.org/
El Grupo Fall Fondo	Tucson’s best Fondo. A great time in the saddle supporting youth cycling.	Sunday 11.01.2015 8AM	Info coming soon. http://www.elgrupocycling.org/
Silverbell Century Registration and Start 7 – 9 AM Two Weeks Before El Tour!	Options for 97, 66, and 30 miles	Sunday 11.8.15	http://www.bikegaba.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=307669&module_id=137517
2015 Step Out: Tucson, AZ Walk to stop Diabetes	Rillito Downs \| Event Details Sunday, November 15th 9:00 AM	Sunday 11.15.15	http://stepout.diabetes.org/site/TR/StepOut/StepOutContent?fr_id=10680&pg=entry
Urban Assault Ride	Beer, Bikes and Big Wheels	Sunday 11.15.15	http://urbanassaultride.com/
El Tour De Tucson	Ride 104, 75,55 40 Mile Events or 11 mile, 5 mile and ¼ mil Fun Rides. Want a free registration, a cycling jersey, training rides? Sign up for Tu Nidito’s Ride for a child (https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/	Saturday 11.21.15	http://www.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/

TIMED RIDES aka MOTIVATION aka RACES and Big Rides

Name	Description	Date	Location	Contact Info
Sonoita-Patagonia Time Trial	An 11.7 mile point-to-point time trial with an elevation loss of 700 feet.	Sunday 07.26.15	Sonoita-Patagonia	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2487
Arizona State Time Trial Championships	TT	September 13, 2015	Arizona City, AZ	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2571
Kitt Peak TT	A 11.6 mile hill climb time trial up to the Kitt Peak National Observatory. Vertical gain is 3400 feet.	September 27, 2015	Kitt Peak	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2672
Tour of the White Mountains	At 7,000 ft. a limited field of 700 riders	October 03, 2015	Pinetop-Lakeside	http://www.epicrides.com/
Mt. Graham, Hill Climb	A slightly uphill Road Race. Very slightly! 10 and 20 mile options.	10/04/2015	Mt. Graham, Hill Climb	http://www.presteza.com/MtGrahamIndex.html
The Ride430 Challenge 2014	The Ride 430 Challenge is a non-profit cycling event that helps give America’s injured military service people and their families hope and assistance as they travel the road to recovery.	October 14th-17th	Mesa, Wickenburg, Prescott, Payson, Scot, AZ	http://www.freewheelfoundation.com/visit-our-events-page/the-ride430-challenge/
Flat Tire Cross – at the Cranky Cross	Cyclocross. Need I say more?	October 17	Globe, AZ	http://azcross.com/
Northern AZ CX p/b Absolute Bikes	See above.	October 31	Flagstaff	http://azcross.com/
Triple C	More of the ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^	November 14/15	Tucson	http://azcross.com/
Horse Lovers p/b Bicycles of Phoenix- Cranky Cross	Look Up.	November 28	Phoenix	http://azcross.com/
Race around the Farm – Cranky Cross	You guessed. It’s not a road race. It’s not a mtn bike race.	December 5/6	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/
AZ CROSS Series Finals /TREK CX State Championships	C OSSSSSSSSSS Y R C C L O	December 19	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/

RIDE AND EVENT DISCLAIMER

WHERE DO ALL THE RIDES COME FROM? These links and shops and clubs and teams and facebook and YOU. See a ride that is missing. Please let me know Damion@DamionAlexadner.com. Thanks

Road

*Vistoso Cyclist http://vistosocyclists.weebly.com/road-biking.html

Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

*Tucson Tri Girls https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttgandfriends/ http://www.tucsontrigirls.org/index.php/calendar

Zona Cyclist https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

JKG Strava – https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts

U of A Cycling http://uacycling.com/

Velo Vets Phonehttp://www.azvelovets.org/: 520-465-5186

Tuesday Night Ride https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

Bicycle Commuters of Tucson https://www.facebook.com/groups/160142187481277/

Mountain Bike

Tucson Offroad Cyclists and Activists TORCA http://torca.org/ www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org http://www.sdmb.org

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts \

Our MTB Rides – Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourmtbrides/385655391621830/?notif_t=group_activity

Old Pueblo Mountain Bike – Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340 https://www.facebook.com/groups/203787656312279/?fref=ts

RBAR – Jesus Friaa 520-271-3776

Shop Rides

Performance Bicycles Speedway Tucson – Pbs074@performaneinc.com

(520) 327-3232‎ http://www.meetup.com/Performance-Speedway-MeetNRide/events/

Performance Bicycles Broadway – pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715

Fairwheel Bikes https://fairwheelbikes.com/tucson-arizona-location-ezp-1.html#rides (520) 884-9018

Grasky Endurance Coaching www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Broadway Bicycles

Bicycle Ranch Tucson – http://bicycleranch.com/tucson-rides/ ( 520-219-4311

Ben’s Bikes http://www.bensbikestucson.com/ 520-574-2453

Recumbent

Tucson Recumbent Cyclists https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/?fref=ts

TBC Circuit Race Part one.

OPMTB

Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340

http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts : www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts?fref=ts

GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

TORCA www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) has lots of rides organized and posted on Meetup.com or www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org

There is also the Zona bike rides. See facebook page for details. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

Community Bike Ride List August 29- September 4

August 28, 2015Community Bike Events, Community Bike Ride List, El Grupo, Random Thoughts about bikes, Ride List24 hours in the old pueblo, Arizona, Bicycle, bike advocate, bike pilgrim, bike polo, Bike Safety, Bikepilgrim, Community Bike Rides, el tour de tucson, Mountain Bike, Mountain Bikes, The Shootout, Tuesday ridebikepilgrim

Good Rides ahead. Get on your bikes and ride!!!

This list is a major time commitment and it is my pleasure to put it together. All I ask in return for the list is that you remember I’m A REALTOR. If you have a relationship with another REALTOR, I love loyalty and respect those relationships. However, if not, or if you need a second opinion, please keep The Damion Alexander Team in mind. Many agents spend money advertising for new business, some door knock and others cold call. My business is based on referrals from past clients and friends. The less time I have to do traditional prospecting the more I can do for the clients and friends you refer my team AND for the cycling community. For example: This list.

I DID NOT CONFIRM EVERY TIME THIS WEEK FOR THE REOCCURING RIDES. I TRY AND GIVE CONTACT INFO SO YOU CAN CHECK ON THE RIDES.

REOCCURING WEEKLY RIDES

What	Where	When	Distance/Time	Speed	Contact
U of A Cycling Monday Mosey	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Monday 6:00AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Ben’s Bike MTB	Meet at shop	6:00 PM	1-2 hours	Easy, fun, social	Ben’s Bikes
Hills, Hills Hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Tuesday 5:30AM	20 miles About an hour	12-14 HILLS	Damion Alexander 977-5664
Velo Vets On VACATION back Sept 15	VA Blind Rehab Center.	Tuesday 5:00PM	5-25 miles	easy, fun, social and service ride	Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186 http://www.azvelovets.org/
Tuesday “Shootout”	University/Euclid	Tuesday 6:00AM	2.5 hours 40 miles	Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
RBAR Energy MTB Ride& Rbar Samples	Fantasy Island North Side	Tuesday 5:30PM		Easy ride	https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794?fref=ts
Tuesday Night Fast Fixed Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 6:30PM	Few Hours Varies	Fast	brownus_clarence@yahoo.com
Tuesday Night Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 8:30PM	12-18 miles	Slow	Facebook Tuesday Night Bike Ride

UA Cycling Wed.Worlds	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 6:00AM	40-60 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Mt. Lemmon	University/Euclid	Wed 6:30AM	55-60 Miles		www.Fairwheelbike.com
JKG DnA Easy	Udall Parking Lot	Wed 5:30AM	Udall-Mile post 3 on Lemmon	Casual NoDrop	https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts
Heavy Pedal	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 7:00PM	Different route each week
Wednesday Shredzday	Sierra Vista 31.501495, -110.274078	Wed 7:00PM	10 miles		Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685
Bike Polo	UofA Mall	Wed 8:00PM			https://www.facebook.com/tucson.bikepolo?fref=ts

Up Oracle Thursday Shootout	University and Euclid	Thurs 6:00AM		Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Hills, hills, hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Thurs 5:30AM	20 miles	12-14(but Hills)	Damion Alexander 977-5664
U of A Cycling Thursday Thrill	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Thurs 6:00AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	Easy Ride	http://uacycling.com/
Ordinary Bike Shop Ride	Ordinary Bike Shop	Thursday 7AM	10-20 Miles	Conversational Pace	Nate Woiwode nate@ordinarybikeshop.com
The JKG Flagship ride	Le Buzz	Thurs 5:30AM	Le Buzz to Molina Basin	Hammer fest	JKG Strava on Facebook
Tasty Chipolte Night Ride	Sierra Vista Chipotle 6 or circle K at 6:30	6:00 from Chipotle 6:30 Circle K on BST	20-25 miles	No drop	Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685

U OF A Cycling Friday Freewheelin	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Friday 6:00AM	2 hours 30-40 miles	Team Time Trial Practice	http://uacycling.com/

Bicycle Ranch Tucson Group	Bicycle Ranch at Oracle and Ina	Saturday 6:00AM	48 (shorter option of 35 as well) miles	17-20 MPH	Free Breakfast after ride Steve 520-219-4311
The Old Man Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 5:45AM	60 Mile (can be extended to 100)	Fast 20 MPH+	www.fairwheelbikes.com
The Big Boy Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 6:00AM AM	60 Miles(can be extended to 100)	Faster	www.fairwheelbikes.com
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Saturday 8:00AM	15-20 miles	12-15 No drop	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Performance Broadway Shop Ride	7204 e Broadway	Saturday 8:00AM	10-15 miles beginner	12-15 No drop	pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715
Broadway Bicycles Shop Ride	Various Routes Call Scott	Saturday 7:00AM			Scott 296-7819
Miles Ahead Shop Ride	I’m sad to say that Miles Ahead has closed and one of the best shop rides in Tucson is no more. If you are interested in starting a Pistol Hill Ride Every week, please let me know so I can put it here. I know there is an interest, we just need someone to step up. Thanks Geoff for having such a great ride. You and Miles Ahead will be missed.
Ben’s Bike Ride	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	8:00AM	6-10 miles	Easy	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453
Sabino Cycle Shop Ride	Varies- email Steve to be on the list	Saturday 6:30AM		No Drop	steve@sabinocycles.com
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride Mountain Bike Ride	Contact shop for details. Different route weekly.	Saturday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

VELO\VETS On VACATION back Sept 15	Mobility Fitness Center 2502 N. Dragoon Ave	Sunday 6:00 PM	5-25 miles	All speeds welcome	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-1868181 Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Sunday 7:00AM	30-35 miles	12-15	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride	6448 N Oracle	Sunday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html
Ben’s Bikes	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Sunday 8AM	35-40	17-20	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453
Velo Vets – On VACATION back Sept 15	Mobility Fitness Center 2502 N. Dragoon Ave.	Sunday 4:00Pm- 6:00pm	A few miles	Easy fun social ride	Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186

THIS WEEKS ROAD RIDES

PLEASE NOTE- Category below just for Mountain Bikes

What	Location	Date/Time	Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Ride the loop	1500 W. River Road	Saturday 8.29.15 6:00AM	58 Miles	14 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224862515/
River-Tucson Mountains-Mercado San Agustin	1500 W. River Road	Saturday 8.29.15 6:00AM	38 Miles	15MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224892196/
Build Up to El Tour	Panera Oro Valley10604 N. Oracle	Saturday 8.29.15 6:30AM	35 miles	16-18MPH	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2012862
Ride On Cycling Group Training Ride	Starbuck’s at Ina/Oracle	Sunday 8.30.15 6:30AM	45-50	16-19 mph	Dean Drawbaugh dwdrawbaugh@aol.com
Riders for the Cure	Beyond Bread Ina/Oracle	Sunday 8.30.15 6:30AM	41.82	different levels splits up into 2-3 groups	Charlotte Dobson charlotte.dobson67@gmail.com
The Bicycle Loop Ride	Udall Park	Monday 8.31.15 6:00 AM	58 miles	15-16 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224718757/
Cactus Cycling Ken’s Monday Ride	Beyond Bread – corner of Oracle & Ina	Monday 8.31.15 7:00AM	25-35 Miles	14-16MPH	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-1977503
Pistol Hill – Kino Stadium Ride	Udall Park	Wednesday 09.02.15 5:45AM	45 miles	15-16MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224718779/
Saguaro Park East Loop Ride	Udall Park	Friday 09.04.15 6:00AM	30-39 MILES	15-16mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224725804/

THIS WEEKS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES ^^^^Road rides are above^^^^

What	Location	Date Time	Time Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Tour of the White Mtn Pre ride	Country Club trailhead	Saturday 8.29.15 9:00AM	doing the 35 mile race loop.		https://www.facebook.com/events/1472396076414897/
SAMBA Escape the Heat on Mt. Lemmon	Le Buzz	Saturday 8.29.15 7:00am	Looks to be another scorcher this weekend. Time to head to the mountains.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/224924033/
Stuart’s 50 mile Loop	Fantasy South Enterance(might consider parking elsewhere)	Sunday 8.30.15 6:00 am	South side of F.I., Old Spanish Trail all the way to Pistol Hill Rd.. AZT and ride Hope Camp. Loma Alta back to Saguaro National Park and do a semi loop, Lone Cactus and Bunny		https://www.facebook.com/events/964747586901568/
Old Pueblo MTB: Starr Pass	Starr Pass Trailhead	Sunday 8.30.15 6:00 am	Main loop is 9 miles and add the Stone House loop makes it 12 miler. need to end the ride with lights because sunset is before 7:00pm		https://www.facebook.com/events/812449348824461/
Monday Night @ Fantasy Island	Irvington and Harrison	Monday, 8.10.15 6:30PM	Plan on 2 hours. All skill levels welcome, but you do need a good light		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/223884911/
Wednesday Night Ride at Sweetwater Tr	Sweetwater Trailhead	Wednes, 9.02.15 6:15pm	clockwise loop of most of the trails there. Lights are still needed!!!		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/223179255/
Labor day weekend at the Mogollon Rim	Kehl Springs Campground	Friday 09.04.15 3:00 PM	two planned rides- the cabin loop and a loop on FR 141, to AZ 87, to FR 751 to the AZT.		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/224391018/

EVENTS

What	Location	Date	Contact
Local acupuncturist Steven Liu will be holding a lecture on the ways to heal and prevent soft tissue damage that is often associated with sports or physical activity.	Bicycle Ranch Tucson7090 N Oracle Rd Suite 198, Tucson, Arizona 85704	Thursday, August 20at 6:00pm	https://www.facebook.com/events/1131397490220250/
Trail Of The Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway Overnight Tour	This 3-day, 105 mile, loop tour, camping/lodging offers one of New Mexico’s finest cycling routes in America.	Monday- Wed 10.5-7.15	http://www.bikegaba.org/content.aspx?page_id=87&club_id=307669&item_id=385858
Habitat for Humanity Bike to Build Day	3 ride options, road and MTB, all finishing with a build day for habitat for humanity. Volunteers are needed. Riders are needed. You are neededJ	October 17th	Wendi Lucas wendil@habitattucson.org
Cyclovia Tucson	Midtown Route	Sunday 11.01.2015 10am – 3pm	http://www.cycloviatucson.org/
El Grupo Fall Fondo	Tucson’s best Fondo. A great time in the saddle supporting youth cycling.	Sunday 11.01.2015 8AM	Info coming soon. http://www.elgrupocycling.org/
Silverbell Century Registration and Start 7 – 9 AM Two Weeks Before El Tour!	Options for 97, 66, and 30 miles	Sunday 11.8.15	http://www.bikegaba.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=307669&module_id=137517
2015 Step Out: Tucson, AZ Walk to stop Diabetes	Rillito Downs \| Event Details Sunday, November 15th 9:00 AM	Sunday 11.15.15	http://stepout.diabetes.org/site/TR/StepOut/StepOutContent?fr_id=10680&pg=entry
Urban Assault Ride	Beer, Bikes and Big Wheels	Sunday 11.15.15	http://urbanassaultride.com/
El Tour De Tucson	Ride 104, 75,55 40 Mile Events or 11 mile, 5 mile and ¼ mil Fun Rides. Want a free registration, a cycling jersey, training rides? Sign up for Tu Nidito’s Ride for a child (https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/	Saturday 11.21.15	http://www.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/

TIMED RIDES aka MOTIVATION aka RACES and Big Rides

Name	Description	Date	Location	Contact Info
Sonoita-Patagonia Time Trial	An 11.7 mile point-to-point time trial with an elevation loss of 700 feet.	Sunday 07.26.15	Sonoita-Patagonia	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2487
The 3 Bears Time Trial Series	new venue. The road has virtually no traffic and we have secured a large staging area on private property	August 2 & 23, 2015	Picacho, AZ	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2241
Single Track Bike Shop Omnium p/b Deschutes Brewery	Omnium Scoring – Must complete both days for cash awards	August 15-16	Saturday Mormon Lake Road Race Sunday Williams – Perkinsville Rd	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2500
Arizona State Time Trial Championships	TT	September 13, 2015	Arizona City, AZ	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2571
Kitt Peak TT	A 11.6 mile hill climb time trial up to the Kitt Peak National Observatory. Vertical gain is 3400 feet.	September 27, 2015	Kitt Peak	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2672
Mt. Graham, Hill Climb	A slightly uphill Road Race. Very slightly! 10 and 20 mile options.	10/04/2015	Mt. Graham, Hill Climb	http://www.presteza.com/MtGrahamIndex.html
The Ride430 Challenge 2014	The Ride 430 Challenge is a non-profit cycling event that helps give America’s injured military service people and their families hope and assistance as they travel the road to recovery.	October 14th-17th	Mesa, Wickenburg, Prescott, Payson, Scot, AZ	http://www.freewheelfoundation.com/visit-our-events-page/the-ride430-challenge/
Flat Tire Cross – at the Cranky Cross	Cyclocross. Need I say more?	October 17	Globe, AZ	http://azcross.com/
Northern AZ CX p/b Absolute Bikes	See above.	October 31	Flagstaff	http://azcross.com/
Triple C	More of the ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^	November 14/15	Tucson	http://azcross.com/
Horse Lovers p/b Bicycles of Phoenix- Cranky Cross	Look Up.	November 28	Phoenix	http://azcross.com/
Race around the Farm – Cranky Cross	You guessed. It’s not a road race. It’s not a mtn bike race.	December 5/6	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/
AZ CROSS Series Finals /TREK CX State Championships	C OSSSSSSSSSS Y R C C L O	December 19	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/

RIDE AND EVENT DISCLAIMER

WHERE DO ALL THE RIDES COME FROM? These links and shops and clubs and teams and facebook and YOU. See a ride that is missing. Please let me know Damion@DamionAlexadner.com. Thanks

Road

*Vistoso Cyclist http://vistosocyclists.weebly.com/road-biking.html

Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

*Tucson Tri Girls https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttgandfriends/ http://www.tucsontrigirls.org/index.php/calendar

Zona Cyclist https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

JKG Strava – https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts

U of A Cycling http://uacycling.com/

Velo Vets Phonehttp://www.azvelovets.org/: 520-465-5186

Tuesday Night Ride https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

Bicycle Commuters of Tucson https://www.facebook.com/groups/160142187481277/

Mountain Bike

Tucson Offroad Cyclists and Activists TORCA http://torca.org/ www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org http://www.sdmb.org

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts \

Our MTB Rides – Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourmtbrides/385655391621830/?notif_t=group_activity

Old Pueblo Mountain Bike – Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340 https://www.facebook.com/groups/203787656312279/?fref=ts

RBAR – Jesus Friaa 520-271-3776

Shop Rides

Performance Bicycles Speedway Tucson – Pbs074@performaneinc.com

(520) 327-3232‎ http://www.meetup.com/Performance-Speedway-MeetNRide/events/

Performance Bicycles Broadway – pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715

Fairwheel Bikes https://fairwheelbikes.com/tucson-arizona-location-ezp-1.html#rides (520) 884-9018

Grasky Endurance Coaching www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Broadway Bicycles

Bicycle Ranch Tucson – http://bicycleranch.com/tucson-rides/ ( 520-219-4311

Ben’s Bikes http://www.bensbikestucson.com/ 520-574-2453

Recumbent

Tucson Recumbent Cyclists https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/?fref=ts

TBC Circuit Race Part one.

OPMTB

Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340

http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts : www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts?fref=ts

GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

TORCA www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) has lots of rides organized and posted on Meetup.com or www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org

There is also the Zona bike rides. See facebook page for details. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

Community Bike rides August 15-22

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Government works for those that show up.

In the past few years as I have become more active as a Bike Advocate, I have seen when people get involved, Government listens. If you want to see a change, you must become active personally to see it happen. With this in mind, I’m working on a ride on the AZ State capital in January to meet with state legislators. The overall message is Bikes Belong, and we will be asking them to create laws for cyclist and other vulnerable users safety. The event will include bike rides from around Arizona to the State Capital. The tentative date is January 19, 2016. Are you in?

This list is a major time commitment and it is my pleasure to put it together. All I ask in return for the list is that you remember I’m A REALTOR. If you have a relationship with another REALTOR, I love loyalty and respect those relationships. However, if not, or if you need a second opinion, please keep The Damion Alexander Team in mind. Many agents spend money advertising for new business, some door knock and others cold call. My business is based on referrals from past clients and friends. The less time I have to do traditional prospecting the more I can do for the clients and friends you refer my team AND for the cycling community. For example: This list.

I DID NOT CONFIRM EVERY TIME THIS WEEK FOR THE REOCCURING RIDES. I TRY AND GIVE CONTACT INFO SO YOU CAN CHECK ON THE RIDES.

REOCCURING WEEKLY RIDES

What	Where	When	Distance/Time	Speed	Contact
U of A Cycling Monday Mosey	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Monday 6:00AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Ben’s Bike MTB	Meet at shop	6:00 PM	1-2 hours	Easy, fun, social	Ben’s Bikes
Hills, Hills Hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Tuesday 5:30AM	20 miles About an hour	12-14 HILLS	Damion Alexander 977-5664
Velo Vets On VACATION back Sept 15	VA Blind Rehab Center.	Tuesday 5:00PM	5-25 miles	easy, fun, social and service ride	Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186 http://www.azvelovets.org/
Tuesday “Shootout”	University/Euclid	Tuesday 6:00AM	2.5 hours 40 miles	Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
RBAR Energy MTB Ride& Rbar Samples	Fantasy Island North Side	Tuesday 5:30PM		Easy ride	https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794?fref=ts
Tuesday Night Fast Fixed Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 6:30PM	Few Hours Varies	Fast	brownus_clarence@yahoo.com
Tuesday Night Ride	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Tuesday 8:30PM	12-18 miles	Slow	Facebook Tuesday Night Bike Ride

UA Cycling Wed.Worlds	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 6:00AM	40-60 miles		http://uacycling.com/
Mt. Lemmon	University/Euclid	Wed 6:30AM	55-60 Miles		www.Fairwheelbike.com
JKG DnA Easy	Udall Parking Lot	Wed 5:30AM	Udall-Mile post 3 on Lemmon	Casual NoDrop	https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts
Heavy Pedal	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Wed 7:00PM	Different route each week
Wednesday Shredzday	Sierra Vista 31.501495, -110.274078	Wed 7:00PM	10 miles		Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685
Bike Polo	UofA Mall	Wed 8:00PM			https://www.facebook.com/tucson.bikepolo?fref=ts

Up Oracle Thursday Shootout	University and Euclid	Thurs 6:00AM		Fast	www.Fairwheelbike.com
Hills, hills, hills	Bashas Kolb/Sunrise	Thurs 5:30AM	20 miles	12-14(but Hills)	Damion Alexander 977-5664
U of A Cycling Thursday Thrill	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Thurs 6:00AM	1-1.5 hours Max 20 miles	Easy Ride	http://uacycling.com/
Ordinary Bike Shop Ride	Ordinary Bike Shop	Thursday 7AM	10-20 Miles	Conversational Pace	Nate Woiwode nate@ordinarybikeshop.com
The JKG Flagship ride	Le Buzz	Thurs 5:30AM	Le Buzz to Molina Basin	Hammer fest	JKG Strava on Facebook
Tasty Chipolte Night Ride	Sierra Vista Chipotle 6 or circle K at 6:30	6:00 from Chipotle 6:30 Circle K on BST	20-25 miles	No drop	Sun & Spokes. 520.458.0685

U OF A Cycling Friday Freewheelin	Flagpole – West Side of Old Main	Friday 6:00AM	2 hours 30-40 miles	Team Time Trial Practice	http://uacycling.com/

Bicycle Ranch Tucson Group	Bicycle Ranch at Oracle and Ina	Saturday 6:00AM	48 (shorter option of 35 as well) miles	17-20 MPH	Free Breakfast after ride Steve 520-219-4311
The Old Man Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 5:45AM	60 Mile (can be extended to 100)	Fast 20 MPH+	www.fairwheelbikes.com
The Big Boy Shootout	University and Euclid	Saturday 6:00AM AM	60 Miles(can be extended to 100)	Faster	www.fairwheelbikes.com
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Saturday 8:00AM	15-20 miles	12-15 No drop	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Performance Broadway Shop Ride	7204 e Broadway	Saturday 8:00AM	10-15 miles beginner	12-15 No drop	pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715
Broadway Bicycles Shop Ride	Various Routes Call Scott	Saturday 7:00AM			Scott 296-7819
Miles Ahead Shop Ride	I’m sad to say that Miles Ahead has closed and one of the best shop rides in Tucson is no more. If you are interested in starting a Pistol Hill Ride Every week, please let me know so I can put it here. I know there is an interest, we just need someone to step up. Thanks Geoff for having such a great ride. You and Miles Ahead will be missed.
Ben’s Bike Ride	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	8:00AM	6-10 miles	Easy	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453
Sabino Cycle Shop Ride	Varies- email Steve to be on the list	Saturday 6:30AM		No Drop	steve@sabinocycles.com
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride Mountain Bike Ride	Contact shop for details. Different route weekly.	Saturday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

VELO\VETS On VACATION back Sept 15	Mobility Fitness Center 2502 N. Dragoon Ave	Sunday 6:00 PM	5-25 miles	All speeds welcome	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-1868181 Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186
Performance Speedway Shop Ride	3302 E. Speedway Blvd	Sunday 7:00AM	30-35 miles	12-15	Pbs074@performaneinc.com (520) 327-3232‎
Tucson Endurance Performance Center Ride	6448 N Oracle	Sunday 7:30AM			www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html
Ben’s Bikes	At Ben’s bike 7431 Houghton	Sunday 8AM	35-40	17-20	www.bensbikestucson.com 520-574-2453
Velo Vets – On VACATION back Sept 15	Mobility Fitness Center 2502 N. Dragoon Ave.	Sunday 4:00Pm- 6:00pm	A few miles	Easy fun social ride	Giuliana Donnelly Phone:520-465-5186

THIS WEEKS ROAD RIDES

PLEASE NOTE- Category below just for Mountain Bikes

What	Location	Date/Time	Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Marana, Tangerine, Oracle, 1st Ave loop	1500 W. River Road	Saturday 8.15.15 6:00AM	40 miles ish ???	15-16MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224547663/
TU NIDITO – Ride For A Chile IS OFF THIS WEEK, BUT PLAN FOR NEXT SUNDAY	3922 N. Mountain Avenue	Sunday 8.9.15 6:00 am	3 rides short, 20-30 and 50 plus	No drop and 12-15 and 18 plus	https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/
Ride On Cycling Group Training Ride	Brewd coffee Sabino/Snyder	Sunday 8.16.15 6:30AM	45	16-19 mph	Dean Drawbaugh dwdrawbaugh@aol.com
Riders for the Cure	Beyond Bread Ina/Oracle	Sunday 8.16.15 6AM	41.09	different levels splits up into 2-3 groups	Charlotte Dobson charlotte.dobson67@gmail.com
The Bicycle Loop Ride	Udall Park	Monday 8.15.15 5:45AM	58 miles	15-16 MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224477940/
Cactus Cycling Ken’s Monday Ride	Beyond Bread – corner of Oracle & Ina	Monday 8.17.15 6:30AM	25-35 Miles	14-16MPH	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2009767
Hohokam Park	Village Bakehouse, SE corner of Oracle and McGee	Wednesday 8.19.15 7:00AM	26-35 Miles	3 groups (speed/distance)	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2004514
Pistol Hill – Kino Stadium Ride	Udall Park	Wednesday 8.19.15 5:45AM	45 miles	15-16MPH	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224478715/
Saguaro Park East Loop Ride	Udall Park	Friday 8.21.15 5:45AM	30-39 MILES	15-16mph	http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/224478064/
Saguaro Nat Monument	Le Buzz	Friday 8.21.15 7:00AM	25-35 MILES	16-18mph	http://www.cactuscycling.org/event-2004534

THIS WEEKS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES ^^^^Road rides are above^^^^

What	Location	Date Time	Time Distance	Speed	Contact- More Info
Kentucky Camp Ride	Kentucky Camp on the AZTRAIL	Saturday 8.15.15 7:30AM	Ride from Kentucky Camp to Gardner Canyon then back to Kentucky Camp on the flume trail		https://www.facebook.com/events/930953513633581/
SAMBA CHIVA FALLS / FROG HOLLOW	Le Buzz	Saturday 8.15.15 6:00am	Water is flowing all over at Chiva Falls and Frog Hollow. Ride is about 10-12 miles overall, but feels like more. Plan for 3-4 hours with swimming		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/224627678/
MTB Addicts – Early Starr Pass/ SDMB Social Ride	Genser TrailHead Starr Pass	Sunday 8.16.15 6:00 am (MTB Addicts) 7:30AM SDMB	We’ll do a quick loop and get back to the parking lot where we’ll then meet up with the SDMB ride which will do the traditional loop and Stone House		https://www.facebook.com/events/1023814704306114/
Golder/50yr Trail	50 Year/ Golder Ranch Trail Head	Sunday 8.16.15 7:00 am	It’s an out and back trail, so your pace and speed is always a good speed		https://www.facebook.com/events/1644602295773412/
Old Pueblo MTB: 50 Year Trail	Golder Ranch Road	Sunday 8.15.15 5:00 pm Or 4PM at in and out	10-20 miles depending where you start. Playing in the chutes.		https://www.facebook.com/events/401810666679926/
Monday Night @ Fantasy Island	Irvington and Harrison	Monday, 8.10.15 6:30PM	Plan on 2 hours. All skill levels welcome, but you do need a good light		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/224191425/
Wednesday Night Ride at Robles Pass	Robles Trailhead	Wednes, 8.19.15 6:00pm	We’ll start at the Creosote trail, then Camaro, Bitter Sweet and continue towards Ajo and under the culvert..		http://www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association/events/dxlgtdytlbzb/

EVENTS

What	Location	Date	Contact
Local acupuncturist Steven Liu will be holding a lecture on the ways to heal and prevent soft tissue damage that is often associated with sports or physical activity.	Bicycle Ranch Tucson7090 N Oracle Rd Suite 198, Tucson, Arizona 85704	Thursday, August 20at 6:00pm	https://www.facebook.com/events/1131397490220250/
Trail Of The Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway Overnight Tour	This 3-day, 105 mile, loop tour, camping/lodging offers one of New Mexico’s finest cycling routes in America.	Monday- Wed 10.5-7.15	http://www.bikegaba.org/content.aspx?page_id=87&club_id=307669&item_id=385858
Habitat for Humanity Bike to Build Day	3 ride options, road and MTB, all finishing with a build day for habitat for humanity. Volunteers are needed. Riders are needed. You are neededJ	October 17th	Wendi Lucas wendil@habitattucson.org
Cyclovia Tucson	Midtown Route	Sunday 11.01.2015 10am – 3pm	http://www.cycloviatucson.org/
El Grupo Fall Fondo	Tucson’s best Fondo. A great time in the saddle supporting youth cycling.	Sunday 11.01.2015 8AM	Info coming soon. http://www.elgrupocycling.org/
Silverbell Century Registration and Start 7 – 9 AM Two Weeks Before El Tour!	Options for 97, 66, and 30 miles	Sunday 11.8.15	http://www.bikegaba.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=307669&module_id=137517
2015 Step Out: Tucson, AZ Walk to stop Diabetes	Rillito Downs \| Event Details Sunday, November 15th 9:00 AM	Sunday 11.15.15	http://stepout.diabetes.org/site/TR/StepOut/StepOutContent?fr_id=10680&pg=entry
Urban Assault Ride	Beer, Bikes and Big Wheels	Sunday 11.15.15	http://urbanassaultride.com/
El Tour De Tucson	Ride 104, 75,55 40 Mile Events or 11 mile, 5 mile and ¼ mil Fun Rides. Want a free registration, a cycling jersey, training rides? Sign up for Tu Nidito’s Ride for a child (https://www.tunidito.org/sponsored-event/ride-for-a-child/	Saturday 11.21.15	http://www.perimeterbicycling.com/el-tour-de-tucson/

TIMED RIDES aka MOTIVATION aka RACES and Big Rides

Name	Description	Date	Location	Contact Info
Sonoita-Patagonia Time Trial	An 11.7 mile point-to-point time trial with an elevation loss of 700 feet.	Sunday 07.26.15	Sonoita-Patagonia	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2487
The 3 Bears Time Trial Series	new venue. The road has virtually no traffic and we have secured a large staging area on private property	August 2 & 23, 2015	Picacho, AZ	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2241
Single Track Bike Shop Omnium p/b Deschutes Brewery	Omnium Scoring – Must complete both days for cash awards	August 15-16	Saturday Mormon Lake Road Race Sunday Williams – Perkinsville Rd	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2500
Arizona State Time Trial Championships	TT	September 13, 2015	Arizona City, AZ	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2571
Kitt Peak TT	A 11.6 mile hill climb time trial up to the Kitt Peak National Observatory. Vertical gain is 3400 feet.	September 27, 2015	Kitt Peak	https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2015-2672
Mt. Graham, Hill Climb	A slightly uphill Road Race. Very slightly! 10 and 20 mile options.	10/04/2015	Mt. Graham, Hill Climb	http://www.presteza.com/MtGrahamIndex.html
The Ride430 Challenge 2014	The Ride 430 Challenge is a non-profit cycling event that helps give America’s injured military service people and their families hope and assistance as they travel the road to recovery.	October 14th-17th	Mesa, Wickenburg, Prescott, Payson, Scot, AZ	http://www.freewheelfoundation.com/visit-our-events-page/the-ride430-challenge/
Flat Tire Cross – at the Cranky Cross	Cyclocross. Need I say more?	October 17	Globe, AZ	http://azcross.com/
Northern AZ CX p/b Absolute Bikes	See above.	October 31	Flagstaff	http://azcross.com/
Triple C	More of the ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^	November 14/15	Tucson	http://azcross.com/
Horse Lovers p/b Bicycles of Phoenix- Cranky Cross	Look Up.	November 28	Phoenix	http://azcross.com/
Race around the Farm – Cranky Cross	You guessed. It’s not a road race. It’s not a mtn bike race.	December 5/6	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/
AZ CROSS Series Finals /TREK CX State Championships	C OSSSSSSSSSS Y R C C L O	December 19	Gilbert	http://azcross.com/

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WHERE DO ALL THE RIDES COME FROM? These links and shops and clubs and teams and facebook and YOU. See a ride that is missing. Please let me know Damion@DamionAlexadner.com. Thanks

Road

*Vistoso Cyclist http://vistosocyclists.weebly.com/road-biking.html

Cactus Cycling http://www.cactuscycling.org/schedule.php

Greater Arizona Bicycle Association GABA- http://www.meetup.com/bikegaba/events/203149392/

*Tucson Tri Girls https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttgandfriends/ http://www.tucsontrigirls.org/index.php/calendar

Zona Cyclist https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zona-Cycling/186457201423794

JKG Strava – https://www.facebook.com/groups/579397565447522/?fref=ts

U of A Cycling http://uacycling.com/

Velo Vets Phonehttp://www.azvelovets.org/: 520-465-5186

Tuesday Night Ride https://www.facebook.com/groups/5833629539/

Bicycle Commuters of Tucson https://www.facebook.com/groups/160142187481277/

Mountain Bike

Tucson Offroad Cyclists and Activists TORCA http://torca.org/ www.facebook.com/events/

Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) www.meetup.com/Southern-Arizona-Mountain-Bike-Association

Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists https://www.facebook.com/SDMB.org http://www.sdmb.org

Tucson Mountain Bike Addicts https://www.facebook.com/TucsonMTBAddicts \

Our MTB Rides – Dave Slagle Slaglesphone@live.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourmtbrides/385655391621830/?notif_t=group_activity

Old Pueblo Mountain Bike – Todd Rasmussen 520-256-1340 https://www.facebook.com/groups/203787656312279/?fref=ts

RBAR – Jesus Friaa 520-271-3776

Shop Rides

Performance Bicycles Speedway Tucson – Pbs074@performaneinc.com

(520) 327-3232‎ http://www.meetup.com/Performance-Speedway-MeetNRide/events/

Performance Bicycles Broadway – pbs054@performanceinc.com 520-296-4715

Fairwheel Bikes https://fairwheelbikes.com/tucson-arizona-location-ezp-1.html#rides (520) 884-9018

Grasky Endurance Coaching www.graskyendurance.com/weekly-workouts.html

Broadway Bicycles

Bicycle Ranch Tucson – http://bicycleranch.com/tucson-rides/ ( 520-219-4311

Ben’s Bikes http://www.bensbikestucson.com/ 520-574-2453

Recumbent

Tucson Recumbent Cyclists https://www.facebook.com/groups/TucsonRC/?fref=ts

Tucson Recumbent Rillito River Path

Riders for the Cure – Next Team Ride

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Get out the VOTE. It’s a dog fight and if you want to see all the projects that benefit the cycling community, come out and help make the final push .

Saturday 10.31.2015 9AM

Cyclovia Tucson

Sunday 11.01.2015 10am – 3pm

Sunday 11.01.2015

3pm

El Grupo Fall Fondo

SDMB Pint Night at Borderlands

Borderlands Brewing

119 E Toole Ave

Wednesday

Trisport Customer Appreciation Night

TriSports Tucson

4495 S Coach Dr

Thursday 11.05.15

TORCA Mountain Bike Pachanga featuring the 3rd Annual Poker Ride

Gordon Hirabayashi Campground

Saturday

11.07.015

Silverbell Century

Two Weeks Before El Tour!

Options for 97, 66, and 30 miles Registration and Start 7 – 9 AM

Sunday

11.8.15

Bicycle Advocacy Committee Public meeting

The Sandbox Showdown

2015 Step Out: Tucson, AZ

GABA Fall Bike Swap

Urban Assault Ride

El Tour De Tucson

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The Damion Alexander Team is proud to sponsor

Habitat for Humanity Bike to Build Day

Saturday

6:30am Ride starts with brief welcome, then staggered start

Try out Virtual Reality Journalism

Monday

10.19.15

744 Highland Avenue

Light the Night. Free front & rear light sets will be distributed as well as free helmets for youth under 18.

Tuesday, October 22 at 5:30 pm

Creepy Halloween Bike-In Movie (PG rating) at Bike-in and enjoy an outdoor movie at a creepy location. Bring your own popcorn, beverages and seating.

Friday

Camp Coffee Brewing Basics (sponsored by Presta Coffee Roasters)

Come join REI as we demonstrate how to use camp stoves to make coffee! We will have a tent set up at Brandi Fenton Memorial Park along the Loop trail and will be giving out FREE coffee provided by Presta Coffee Roasters!!

Halloween Ride With Mountain Bike Legend Gary Fisher

Saturday

10. 31. 2015

Cyclovia Tucson

Sunday 11.01.2015 10am – 3pm

El Grupo Fall Fondo

TORCA Mountain Bike Pachanga featuring the 3rd Annual Poker Ride

Gordon Hirabayashi Campground

Saturday

11.07.015

Silverbell Century

Two Weeks Before El Tour!

Options for 97, 66, and 30 miles Registration and Start 7 – 9 AM

Sunday

11.8.15

Bicycle Advocacy Committee Public meeting

The Sandbox Showdown

2015 Step Out: Tucson, AZ

GABA Fall Bike Swap

Urban Assault Ride

El Tour De Tucson

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Boys & Girls Club bike repair

Friday, October 2, 2015

3:00 PM

TOUR DE FAT: TEMPE, ARIZONA

Saturday, October 3, 2015 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

CAF % NIGHT @ REILLY PIZZA

Tuesday, October 6at 5:00pm – 10:00pm

How will the Pima County Bonds Benefit cycling in the old Pueblo.