Epic Cycling on Ice

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Danny MacAskill – The Slabs

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Here Comes Santa Claus MTB

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Man Uses a GPS Tracker to Turn His Bike Rides Into Gigantic Drawings

[ad_1] https://returntonow.net/2020/12/04/man-uses-a-gps-tracker-to-turn-his-bike-rides-into-giant-map-drawings/?fbclid=IwAR3EBYefbkAiHEAkmiwy8vjOdY2SlbFNFljh6G0gtZyXvR7GvMFHGl8Iai8 Man Uses a GPS Tracker to Turn His Bike Rides Into Gigantic Drawings If you’re having a bad day, remember there’s a man named “Bichelangelo” that makes masterpieces with his bike Canadian Stephen Lund sees pictures in maps the way some people see pictures in clouds. He traces them, first in pencil and then with his bike – […]

Think fast if you see this sign on the trails

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Estes Park Cycling Coalition Membership Drive and Photo Contest!! 2020 was a to…

[ad_1] Estes Park Cycling Coalition Membership Drive and Photo Contest!! 2020 was a tough year for all, but being able to get outside on a bicycle has been a savior for many of us. While many of our formal events and trail building days were cancelled, cycling remains an outlet that has kept many of us sane. The Stanley Park […]

AmazonSmile Charity Lists

[ad_1] Amazon Prime shoppers! You can shop at smile.amazon.com and if you select Estes Park Cycling Coalition as your charity, we get a bit of support! AmazonSmile Charity Lists Turn your Amazon purchases into a force for good. With every eligible purchase, AmazonSmile donates 0.5% to the charity of your choice. This includes all Charity List purchases as well as […]

May is almost here ! We will soon start again with group rides. Saturday morning…

[ad_1] May is almost here ! We will soon start again with group rides. Saturday morning, 7:30 AM @ Kind Coffee – We will decide on the route right before we leave. This is an informal no drop ride and there is no specific leader. If you have a RMNP pass, please bring it with you. [ad_2] Source

Beautiful day to enjoy the bike park!

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A HUGE thank you to Youth In Action (YIA) from the Estes Park High School! The …

[ad_1] A HUGE thank you to Youth In Action (YIA) from the Estes Park High School! The Cycling Coalition was awarded $1,000 to put toward a permanent outdoor bike maintenance station for the Stanley Park Bike Park! Special thanks to Thad Eggen and Todd Plummer for being brave enough to face the “Sharks” in the Shark Tank proposal to the […]

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Danny MacAskill = The World’s Best Babysitter [Video]

[ad_1] For all the cycling parents out there. Danny MacAskill = The World’s Best Babysitter [Video] In his latest film Danny Macaskill takes on some child care the only way he knows how… by taking them for a wee bike ride around Scotland! [ad_2] Source

Please join the Estes Park Cycling Coalition (EPCC) to kick off the summer cycli…

[ad_1] Please join the Estes Park Cycling Coalition (EPCC) to kick off the summer cycling season with a picnic dinner and informational meeting at the Stanley Park Bike Park June 5 at 6pm. EPCC will be providing updates on upgrades to the Bike Park, information on the upcoming “Bike Estes Day,” and the Adaptive Cycling event coming soon. Be sure […]

If you have not made it to Hermit Park to ride yet, you are missing out. Larimer…

[ad_1] If you have not made it to Hermit Park to ride yet, you are missing out. Larimer CO did an excellent job in the trail design and trail building. [ad_2] Source

Mighty Girls on Wheels: 10 Books About Bike-Loving Girls

[ad_1] It's World Bicycle Day — and we're celebrating Mighty Girls who love to ride! In our new blog post, we featured ten of our favorite books about girls and women and their beloved bikes. With titles for preschoolers through adults, including several that explore the critical role that bicycles played in the Women's Suffrage Movement, these fun tales are […]

Bike Park Picnic Tomorrow reminder!!! Please join the Cycling Coalition for a P…

[ad_1] Bike Park Picnic Tomorrow reminder!!! Please join the Cycling Coalition for a Picnic dinner at the Stanley Park Bike Park tomorrow night (Wednesday June 5) at 6pm. Bring your bike, a dinner and drinks and hear an update on several of the fun activities that are coming up such as Bike Estes Day…but more importantly, have a fun evening […]

America Needs More Kids on Bikes

[ad_1] A chain gliding over a cogset is a miracle of engineering, but the joy of a bicycle is the liberation it provides. You’re the captain of your own ship, dependent on no one, free to escape, explore and experience. America Needs More Kids on Bikes Take it from LeBron James: It’s “a way to let go and be free.” […]

There is a free bike looking for an owner. Pls pm Thad Eggen if you know someone…

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Getting ready for the parade and drinks and food at the Estes Park Performance P…

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Good times! #bikeestes #epcc #epnrc

[ad_1] Good times! #bikeestes #epcc #epnrc [ad_2] Source

Big THANK YOU to all who made yesterday’s Bike Estes Day a success! Each year w…

[ad_1] Big THANK YOU to all who made yesterday’s Bike Estes Day a success! Each year we learn more and more about how to improve these festivities as this year we had record turn out for the Bike parade. We must apologize that the parade left 15 minutes early and understand that several families were unable to participate. In addition, […]

Bike Park maintenance master Todd showing off our new Fixit Bike Repair stand!!!…

[ad_1] Bike Park maintenance master Todd showing off our new Fixit Bike Repair stand!!! [ad_2] Source

People arriving at the Performance Park after the bike parade.

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You have to work for your smoothie !

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Volunteers needed to ride beginner, intermediate and advanced courses with hand …

[ad_1] Volunteers needed to ride beginner, intermediate and advanced courses with hand cyclists this Saturday, July 13! Please email info@bikeestes.org if you are interested in helping out with this event. You’ll get lunch! [ad_2] Source

Huge shout out to Dan Marshall and Quinn Brett for organizing such a successful …

[ad_1] Huge shout out to Dan Marshall and Quinn Brett for organizing such a successful Adaptive Cycling Day! Road and Off-Road Hand Cycle routes were available. The Hand Cycles (AND the Cyclists!) were amazing. The hand cycles are a great way for folks to get out and enjoy our trails and roads. The video below is of some cyclists riding […]

Here Quinn demonstrates the new Adaptive three wheeler, (Forgot the name of it, …

[ad_1] Here Quinn demonstrates the new Adaptive three wheeler, (Forgot the name of it, maybe someone can insert) Some of the Adaptive bikes are hand cranked, hand cranked with E-assist, and this one here is full electric. These cycles allow Adaptive athletes to explore the outdoors and have a great time doing it!!! [fb_vid id=”2376043879384070″] [ad_2] Source

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Congratulations to Estes Parks very own Peyton Wilkerson for placing 3rd in the …

[ad_1] Congratulations to Estes Parks very own Peyton Wilkerson for placing 3rd in the USA National Championship Mountain Bike Race! Peyton had a line up starting position of 40th and was able to pass 37 others to take third! Congrats Peyton! (Photos by Kelly Wilkerson) [ad_2] Source

Blood Sweat and Gears: Estes Park

[ad_1] https://www.tetongravity.com/feature/ski/blood-sweat-and-gears-part-3?fbclid=IwAR0xZDgbSPvGmImhPxSY73Fn5AC26P20fLsYr23D5b7c47fJ62wymNBIWrc Blood Sweat and Gears: Estes Park “There’s no mountain biking in Estes Park.” For the longest time, I thought that was true, and never bothered looking for a way to prove that wrong. For… [ad_2] Source

As one of the moderators for the Estes Park Cycling Coalition and Estes Park Bik…

[ad_1] As one of the moderators for the Estes Park Cycling Coalition and Estes Park Bike Park facebook pages, I try to post fun and exciting photos and videos when I can. A few days ago, I was called out on two videos I posted because the kids that were riding scooters and bikes were not wearing helmets. This concerned […]

Who's ready to start racing? We are! This weekend is the 1st Race of our 20…

[ad_1] Who's ready to start racing? We are! This weekend is the 1st Race of our 2019 Colorado High School Cycling League Race Season! Our team will be competing in the North Conference's Frisco Bay Invitational on Sunday, August 25th! This year we have racers in Varsity (racing 24 miles!), JV (racing 18 miles!), Sophomore (racing 12 miles!), and Freshman […]

2019 Buffalo Bicycle Classic Volunteer Signup

[ad_1] We are looking for volunteers to staff two aid stations again this year for the 2019 Buffalo Bicycle Classic! Sunday, September 8, 2019 at either Lily Lake Aid Station or Allenspark Aid Station. The BBC is a great event that raises money to send students through college at University of Colorado who can’t afford the costs on their own. […]

We have SO much to be thankful for from our first race of the season joining 764…

[ad_1] We have SO much to be thankful for from our first race of the season joining 764 other student athletes at the Colorado High School Cycling League’s North Conference’s Frisco Bay Invitational! More photos and recaps coming soon with all the amazing finishes of the day! Though every one of our 13 (Yes!, 13!) team members raced their hearts […]

This is a great example of why High School Mountain Biking is the greatest sport…

[ad_1] This is a great example of why High School Mountain Biking is the greatest sport. This photo is right before the race, all the girls are nervous, and what do they do? They introduce themselves to each other, wish each other good luck, and even do a little dancing to the music. [ad_2] Source

1st MTB Race of the 2019 Season! Congrats to Freshmen Miriam C, Ben D, Sam H,…

[ad_1] 1st MTB Race of the 2019 Season! Congrats to Freshmen Miriam C, Ben D, Sam H, & Isabella P, Sophomores Ben F & Sydney L, JV Sam D, Ashton L, & Zach S (seniors) & Collin B & Nathan S (juniors), Varsity Max C (senior) & Peyton W (junior). Great job to all our riders!! [ad_2] Source

Bike Park temporary closure due to Scot Fest

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2019 Buffalo Bicycle Classic Volunteer Signup

[ad_1] We are still short volunteers for this weekends Buffalo Bicycle Classic! We are in need for folks to staff an aid station. Events like this is where we raise funds to support the things that the EPCC does. We need your help! Please use Sign Up Genious, THANK YOU! We are looking for volunteers to staff two aid stations […]

Nothing like the camaraderie and support for each other like on the High School …

[ad_1] Nothing like the camaraderie and support for each other like on the High School Mountain Bike Team. 2nd MTB Race of the 2019 Season! The weather was WILD but all our student athletes had fun! This weekend we had ready to ROCK: Freshmen Miriam C, Ben D, Sam H, & Isabella P, Sophomores Ben F & Sydney L, JV […]

MORE TRAILS AT HERMIT PARK??? Sign Me UP!!! Or rather, YOU can sign up to vol…

[ad_1] MORE TRAILS AT HERMIT PARK??? Sign Me UP!!! Or rather, YOU can sign up to volunteer to help build .5 more miles of trail. Saturday September 28th (national public lands day), join the Larimer County Trails and Open Space folks from 9 am – 2 pm. They are looking for 25 volunteers to help build 0.5 miles of new […]

MORE TRAILS AT HERMIT PARK??? Sign Me UP!!! Or rather, YOU can sign up to vol…

[ad_1] MORE TRAILS AT HERMIT PARK??? Sign Me UP!!! Or rather, YOU can sign up to volunteer to help build .5 more miles of trail. Saturday September 28th (national public lands day), join the Larimer County Trails and Open Space folks from 9 am – 2 pm. They are looking for 25 volunteers to help build 0.5 miles of new […]

You are never too old to ride a duck. Having fun with the Bike Team! Fun, fun,…

[ad_1] You are never too old to ride a duck. Having fun with the Bike Team! Fun, fun, fun Friday / FriYAY! No matter where the trails lead you this weekend, we hope you remember to have fun and always wear a helmet! [fb_vid id=”260868491462913″] [ad_2] Source

Proud of the Estes Park Mountain Bike Team!!!! 3rd MTB Race of the 2019 Season!…

[ad_1] Proud of the Estes Park Mountain Bike Team!!!! 3rd MTB Race of the 2019 Season! The leaves started changing in Granby, making this our most beautiful race weekend yet! On Sunday, we had ready to ROCK: Freshmen Miriam C, Ben D, Sam H, & Isabella P, Sophomores Ben F & Sydney L, JV Sam D, Ashton L, & Zach […]

Hugs and high fives: A day inside a NICA race – VeloNews.com

[ad_1] Velo News highlighted the recent High School Mountain Bike race in Granby a couple weekends ago that the Estes Park Mountain Bike Team raced in, AND has an interview with Junior Peyton Wilkerson! Hugs and high fives: A day inside a NICA race – VeloNews.com VeloNews recently attended a high school race to capture the sights and sounds of […]

Check out this summary of last weeks High School races and see why Mountain Biki…

[ad_1] Check out this summary of last weeks High School races and see why Mountain Biking is the greatest High School sport! 4th & final regular season MTB Race of the 2019 Season! We came home with full hearts and dusty teeth! On Saturday, we had ready to ROCK: Freshmen Ben D, Miguel H, Sam H, & Isabella P, Sophomores […]

Tending to the growth of mountain biking – VeloNews.com

[ad_1] Tending to the growth of mountain biking – VeloNews.com How Trek and NICA are building the sport at the high school level [ad_2] Source

a decade of dreams (and daredevil moments) Danny MacAskill it’s been a pleasur…

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Good luck to our High School Mountain Bike Team heading to State this weekend in…

[ad_1] Good luck to our High School Mountain Bike Team heading to State this weekend in Durango! Motivational Monday! Congrats to the Estes Park MTB Team for having 9 (yes, NINE!) State Qualifiers! This is our largest number of state qualifiers EVER! These amazing student athletes will be headed to Durango this weekend, October 18 – 21, to leave it […]

Nothing rocks the pump track like a pink Princess dress!

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‘GRiT’ Group Has Goal: 33% Girls in NICA Mountain Biking | GearJunkie

[ad_1] #Moregirlsonbikes 33% by 2023! That’s our goal for NICA GRiT – check out this latest article from GearJunkie looking into the efforts to get #moregirlsonbikes across our 31 leagues! https://gearjunkie.com/grit-nica-female-mountain-biking-participation ‘GRiT’ Group Has Goal: 33% Girls in NICA Mountain Biking | GearJunkie Just 20 percent of participants in National Interscholastic Cycling Association mountain biking are girls. But by 2023, […]

Joey Schusler, Athlete in Residence, on Finding New Trails in Estes Park

[ad_1] Joey Schusler, Athlete in Residence, on Finding New Trails in Estes Park Joey Schusler, Athlete in Residence, has spent plenty of time skiing Rocky Mountain National Park, but was able to expand his view of the town, by finding out about the Mountain Biking Estes Park has to offer. [ad_2] Source

Some highlight photos from the High School State Mountain Bike Race in Durango…..

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Please join the Estes Park Cycling Coalition (EPCC) for our fall general meeting…

[ad_1] Please join the Estes Park Cycling Coalition (EPCC) for our fall general meeting next Wednesday, November 13, 7pm at the Twin Owls Steakhouse, where our guest speaker will be local high school racer, Peyton Wilkerson. Wilkerson, who was the Colorado High School North Conference Varsity Champion and 3rd in the State, will be will be speaking about his experiences […]

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Huge THANK YOU to Peyton who gave a funny and inspirational presentation of his …

[ad_1] Huge THANK YOU to Peyton who gave a funny and inspirational presentation of his experiences getting into mountain biking as well as a sneak peek into his short and long term goals into the future. AND…thanks to the great folks who joined us! [ad_2] Source

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“Come on Santa…” Happy Holidays everyone!

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Merry Christmas!

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From Ampt Biking- Hey all, I wanted to spread the word about Ampt Biking. Ampt…

[ad_1] From Ampt Biking- Hey all, I wanted to spread the word about Ampt Biking. Ampt Biking is a outreach for amputee bikers. Its a way of reaching people that are missing a limb and are struggling with that loss in some way. Ampt is hosting an event this next spring where any and all amputees are welcome to join […]

It’s Our Place Too – #EveryoneOutside

[ad_1] https://www.visitestespark.com/blog/post/its-our-place-too-everyoneoutside/ It’s Our Place Too – #EveryoneOutside "Jess Sporte draws a lot of attention when she's climbing outdoors. She doesn't mind, but she also wishes it wasn't such a big deal. What's the fuss? Well, Jess is an amputee, living her life with one leg instead of two." [ad_2] Source

Sharing…Huge opportunity! (Starting at $52,000, benefits too!) The Buffalo Bi…

[ad_1] Sharing…Huge opportunity! (Starting at $52,000, benefits too!) The Buffalo Bicycle Classic is seeking an outstanding candidate to be the Buffalo Bicycle Classic Manager. We would appreciate you posting or passing this description and link along to qualified candidates. The Buffalo Bicycle Classic (BBC) is the largest scholarship fundraising event in the State of Colorado, and has raised over $4M […]

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Video: Danny Macaskill Hits the Gym

[ad_1] Unbelievable Skillzzzz….. Will someone tell Danny that’s not how you use a treadmill? Video: Danny Macaskill Hits the Gym We’re all about making gains in the gym to get strong for playing in the mountains, but Danny Macaskill has a completely different vision when it comes to… [ad_2] Source

Happy New Year! With the New Year, the Estes Park Cycling Coalition is in the p…

[ad_1] Happy New Year! With the New Year, the Estes Park Cycling Coalition is in the process of reminding folks to re-new their membership, or if you have not become a member yet, please sign up! As a 501(c) (3) we are a Non-Profit Advocacy group whose Mission is to promote and increase cycling of all kinds in the Estes […]

This Is Why Mountain Bikers Can’t Have Nice Things

[ad_1] With as busy as Front Range Bike trails are, common curtesy and trail etiquette goes a long way. https://www.outsideonline.com/2407740/mountain-biker-behavior-trail-access#close This Is Why Mountain Bikers Can’t Have Nice Things Bad behavior might be jeopardizing access to Kingdom Trails, one of the premier networks on the East Coast. Here’s what we can learn from it. [ad_2] Source

Support our neighboring communities and the bike community in general! Hey Fort…

[ad_1] Support our neighboring communities and the bike community in general! Hey Fort Collins- you want a world-class bike park in your town??? Here’s your opportunity! [ad_2] Source

Membership

[ad_1] GENERAL MEMBER MEETING WEDNESDAY EVENING! Spring is coming! Who is ready to ride?! The Estes Park Cycling Coalition is meeting this Wednesday evening, February 26, 7pm at the Taharaa Mountain Lodge, 3110 S St Vrain Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517. Please join us to show your support for the cycling community. The EPCC has adopted the Middle Crosier Mtn […]

Just a reminder of our General Members meeting tonight at the Taharaa Lodge at 7…

[ad_1] Just a reminder of our General Members meeting tonight at the Taharaa Lodge at 7pm! [ad_2] Source

I should probably do as they say!

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Great example of the power of volunteers building trail! Keep a look out this S…

[ad_1] Great example of the power of volunteers building trail! Keep a look out this Spring and Summer for trail maintenance and trail building days on Crosier! Moab’s newest trail is officially named and ready to ride! Falcon Flow (formerly the “Big Burrito”) is open, thanks to the 1,800 hours of hard work put in by amazing volunteers! Thank you […]

During these crazy times, it is important to keep you mind and body healthy…ta…

[ad_1] During these crazy times, it is important to keep you mind and body healthy…take social distancing seriously and Go ride your bike! [ad_2] Source

Message from IMBA on responsible riding in the new world of COVID 19: Social di…

[ad_1] Message from IMBA on responsible riding in the new world of COVID 19: Social distancing and how to stay healthy on the trails. To our friends and partners in mountain biking, Getting out on the trails is tremendously valuable. Trails bring us together, but to keep each other safe, we must keep our distance. How can our community navigate […]

Stay in shape everyone! Quarantine training

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If 2020 was a bike ride. So how was your day?

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Due to unprecedented and historic fire conditions, @usfsarp is temporarily clos…

[ad_1] Due to unprecedented and historic fire conditions, @usfsarp is temporarily closing all National Forest land in Clear Creek, Jefferson, Gilpin, Boulder, and Larimer counties, effective midnight tonight. Decision to be re-evaluated daily. http://ow.ly/qOHH50BXX4W [ad_2] Source

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to Estes Parks own High School Mountain Bike Team for placi…

[ad_1] HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to Estes Parks own High School Mountain Bike Team for placing FIRST! In this statewide challenge. [ad_2] Source

ADOPT DUCKS – SUPPORT CYCLING IN ESTES! So easy, so fun! The Estes Park Rotary D…

[ad_1] ADOPT DUCKS – SUPPORT CYCLING IN ESTES! So easy, so fun! The Estes Park Rotary Duck Race is virtual but still afloat in 2020! Adopt your ducks now, support a great cause and become eligible to win fantastic prizes! Please select Estes Park Cycling Coalition during the adoption process. Thank you for your support! https://www.epduckrace.org/adopt-ducks/ [ad_2] Source

Introductions to the Estes Park Mountain Bike Team!

[ad_1] Introductions to the Estes Park Mountain Bike Team! [ad_2] Source

Estes Park High School Mountain Bike Team had a “Short Course” fun competition t…

[ad_1] Estes Park High School Mountain Bike Team had a “Short Course” fun competition today at Stanley Park Bike Park. The course utilized the berms and features of the bike park for a 1/4 mile loop. Four laps made a mile time trial. We had 7th graders through seniors participate for an awesome Saturday morning!!! [ad_2] Source

Estes Park High School Mountain Bike Team enjoying the unbelievabley beautiful w…

[ad_1] Estes Park High School Mountain Bike Team enjoying the unbelievabley beautiful weather on Crosier today. [ad_2] Source

Ampt Biking Helps Amputees and Adaptive Mountain Bikers Find Happiness on the Trail – Singletracks Mountain Bike News

[ad_1] https://www.singletracks.com/uncategorized/ampt-biking-helps-amputees-and-adaptive-mountain-bikers-find-happiness-on-the-trail/?fbclid=IwAR1emI3i6s-wRKURTsjSv8sii-Xm-Fc5pdslHF-IqakviokcGY1Odtx6jnY Ampt Biking Helps Amputees and Adaptive Mountain Bikers Find Happiness on the Trail – Singletracks Mountain Bike News Ampt Biking wants to help amputees and adaptive athletes get on mountain bikes. We joined the group at their first-ever event in August. [ad_2] Source

Stanley Park Bike Park is the home turf of the Estes Park High School Mountain …

[ad_1] Stanley Park Bike Park is the home turf of the Estes Park High School Mountain Bike Team! Here is some fun cornering practice. Do you know a 7th grader to Senior that likes to bike? Check out the bike team! [fb_vid id=”photo_id”:”1145380089176669″”][fb_vid id=”1145380089176669″] [ad_2] Source

I had the distinct pleasure of volunteering for “Pedals and Prosthetics” mountai…

[ad_1] I had the distinct pleasure of volunteering for “Pedals and Prosthetics” mountain bike event today. This was hosted by “Ampt Biking” as a celebration of having fun on bikes for amputees and adaptive riders at the YMCA of the Rockies. I was fortunate to ride with “Bad @ss” Dan Marshall on his Hand Cycle. We climbed almost 900 feet […]

Danny MacAskill, Fabio Wibmer, Duncan Shaw and Ali Clarkson – This is Drop and Roll

[ad_1] The High School Mountain Bike team is an amazing opportunity for 7th-12 grade students to not only learn and improve their mountain bike skills and get some physical activity, but also be a part of a family oriented, fun loving, welcoming community of students and coaches. Fun, fun, fun Friday / FriYAY!!! Have you missed us?! Our smiling faces […]

It’s HIGH SCHOOL MOUNTAIN BIKE SEASON! Today was the second practice of our Est…

[ad_1] It’s HIGH SCHOOL MOUNTAIN BIKE SEASON! Today was the second practice of our Estes Park High School Mountain Bike Team! As an outdoor sport, the Colorado High School Cycling League is following the most up to date Covid mitigation’s to provide an excellent opportunity for our students to get outside and have fun on bikes! [ad_2] Source

Pedals & Prosthetics

[ad_1] One of the most unique and awe inspiring Cycling events is coming to Estes Park and they need YOUR help! Volunteers are needed to help with set up, registration, loading and unloading bikes, riding and spotting riders! This event has been featured in "Mountain Flyer" magazine, there will be raffles and fun for attendees and volunteers, Please support and […]

Ampt Biking event will help get amputees on trail and active again « Mountain Flyer Magazine

[ad_1] Check out this article in “Mountain Flyer” Magazine on the upcoming Pedals and Prosthetics event in Estes Park August 8. EPCC’s own Matthew Beall was interviewed for this unique event! http://www.mountainflyermagazine.com/view.php/ampt-biking-event-will-help-get-amputees-on-trail-and-active-again.html Ampt Biking event will help get amputees on trail and active again « Mountain Flyer Magazine Jul 27, 2020 Trina Ortega Category: Events, Blog, Slider Matthew Beall loves […]

Strong girls ride with full face helmet and Pom poms!

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Great day at the Bike Park! Love the excitement of starting them young!

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World Bicycle Day | 3 June | Bicycle Network

[ad_1] https://www.bicyclenetwork.com.au/rides-and-events/world-bicycle-day/ World Bicycle Day | 3 June | Bicycle Network World Bicycle Day is on 3 June – it's a chance for people around the globe to celebrate the bicycle and the important role it plays in our everyday lives. [ad_2] Source

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Hi all, for those that havent heard Ampt Biking is an outreach program for ampu…

[ad_1] Hi all, for those that havent heard Ampt Biking is an outreach program for amputees to encourage them to get out and be active with the use of mountain bikes. The first event has been set for Aug 8th and we want to get the word out. Please check out the FB page for more details. https://www.facebook.com/AmptBiking/ And if […]

Biking into Rocky Mountain National Park? GOOD NEWS…This is from the FAQ’s on…

[ad_1] Biking into Rocky Mountain National Park? GOOD NEWS…This is from the FAQ’s on the park’s web page… Do bicycles have to get permits? At this time, if you are entering the park via bicycle you will not need a timed entry reservation, however you will need to pay the appropriate park entrance fees at the entrance stations. [vid_embed] [ad_2] […]

A little bigger than yesterday… @sempley_rory #street #trials #gap #jump

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Cowboy lassoes would-be bike thief in Walmart parking lot

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As if things aren’t bad enough.

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Are we allowed to ride our bicycle during covid19 lockdown? _”Yes, but only if…

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Belgian-Dutch Study: Why in times of COVID-19 you can not walk/run/bike close to each other.

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Estes Park Legacy riders Ashton Long and Jeremiah Cramer know how to pick lines…

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Estes Park Duck Race

Estes Park Duck Race is May 2 and this year the Estes Park Cycling Coalition is a participating charity. That means you can ADOPT DUCKS, WIN PRIZES and SUPPORT EPCC! You select Estes Park Cycling Coalition in the online checkout process. If you prefer to adopt ducks in person, please email board@bikeestes.org and we will set up a meeting to […]

Trail building @ Hermit Park

MORE TRAILS AT HERMIT PARK??? Sign Me UP!!! Or rather, YOU can sign up to volunteer to help build .5 more miles of trail. Saturday September 28th (national public lands day), join the Larimer County Trails and Open Space folks from 9 am - 2 pm. They are looking for 25 volunteers to help build 0.5 miles of new single [...]

Bike Estes Day 2019

Some pictures:

New Fixit Bike Repair Station in the bike park

We have a new addition to the bike park. If you need tools for some minor bicycle adjustments, or if you need new air in your tires, stop at the fixit bike repair stand !

Colorado Bicycle State Law

Taken from http://thecyclist-lawyer.com (as of June 2019) Click on the tab to read more Colorado State Law Colorado Model Traffic Code Ignorance of the law is no excuse... Do you know the laws in the areas you ride?  Where you work, where you live, where you commute? If not, take a moment to familiarize yourself with the following state and [...]

EPCC awarded $1,000 to put toward maintenance station

A HUGE thank you to Youth In Action (YIA) from the Estes Park High School! The Cycling Coalition was awarded $1,000 to put toward a permanent outdoor bike maintenance station for the Stanley Park Bike Park! Special thanks to Thad Eggen and Todd Plummer for being brave enough to face the “Sharks” in the Shark Tank proposal to the YIA […]

How many people can enter RMNP on bicycles with me when I show my season’s pass?

Per https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/biking.htm Each bicyclist is required to have a 1- or 7-Day “per person” pass or be covered under an annual or lifetime pass, which covers the owner and up to three additional cyclists. Passes require photo identification to verify ownership.  

Fake Bike Helmets: Cheap But Dangerous

Link to article

Community Invited to discuss proposed Complete Streets Policy

Help shape Estes Park’s proposed Complete Streets Policy at an open house March 20 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The activity takes place in the Board Room in Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Avenue in Estes Park. All community members, business owners and other stakeholders are encouraged to come and learn about the proposed policy and share their thoughts on its […]

March 2019 Meeting

Due to inclement weather moving into the area the meeting for March 13th will be cancelled. Please join the Estes Park Cycling Coalition for our March meeting. The meeting will be held at the Twin Owls Steakhouse on March 13 at 7pm. Our featured guest will be Dave Kemp, Senior Transportation Planner, City of Boulder Public Works. Mr Kemp has […]

Guest Editorial – Frank Lancaster, Bicycling as a viable transportation alternative

Whenever Estes Park residents get together and the conversation gravitates to the major issues facing the community, inevitably the same key issues float to the surface — housing, traffic, cost of living, parking and childcare. These are all difficult problems with no easy solution. They require tradeoffs and compromise and sometimes the solutions are expensive. Let’s look at just two […]

Old Fall River Road climb (car free)

 

Cycling in Inclement Weather in Colorado

If you are a cyclist, you are a member of a growing group who enjoys a fun, healthy, and environmentally-friendly form of transportation. Unfortunately, Mother Nature doesn’t always want to cooperate with your plans. You can’t always ride when its sunny and clear, so you need to be prepared to face the different weather conditions you might face as a […]

Photo contest 2019

The EPCC, a non-profit organization promoting bicycle friendliness in Estes Park, is holding a photo contest to help do just that. Photos will be accepted from noon on January 1, 2019 to midnight on January 15, 2019. On January 16 at the next Cycling Coalition meeting, attendees will be able to vote for their favorite picture where the 1 st place […]

Poll for group rides

Trying to figure out what the best day would be for (a) group ride(s)    

Amazon Smile (Free $ to the club!)

If you ever shop at Amazon, please know that they will give 0.5% of every purchase BACK to any charitable organization you designate… As we are a 501c3, we are listed with them! So please, please, pretty please, designate Estes Park Cycling Coalition as your 501c3 by going to: http://smile.amazon.com ! It will go towards promoting cycling in the Estes Park […]

Bike Your Park Day 2018

Join thousands of others around the world on September 29, 2018 to explore your parks and public lands by bicycle. Ride any distance on roads or trails and make a day of it: stop to enjoy a picnic, pause by a river to cool your toes, or take a break at a visitors center to learn something new. What better […]

E-bikes and the regulation in Estes Park

Regulation for Colorado: There are 3 classes: Class 1: An electric bicycle that only provides assistance when the rider is pedaling; the motor ceases at 20 miles per hour (mph). Class 2: An electric bicycle that provides assistance regardless of whether the rider is pedaling; the motor ceases at 20 mph. Class 3: An electric bicycle that provides assistance only when the rider […]

Estes Epic 2018 Parcours (difficult)

for more info about the race, visit www.estesepic.com

Official opening of the Stanley Park Bike Park

The Stanley Park Bike Park was officially opened on June 30th 2018. The Bike Park is open 24/7 and free to use. More info: https://www.bikeestes.org/projects/bike-park-stanley-park/ Todd Plummer with the opening speech Bike Park overview Video from Estes Park News Video from Estes Park Trail Gazette

Bike Estes Day 2018

Some pictures:

Volunteers needed for the Buffalo Bicycle Classic, September 9, 2018

We need volunteers to staff 2 aid stations during the Buffalo Bicycle Classic, September 9, 2018. One station is at the shoulder across from Van Horne Engineering & Surveying at 1043 Fish Creek Rd, and the other at the intersection of CO-72 and CO-7 The Coalition is receiving funds for manning these aid stations and these funds help in all that the [...]

Estes – Old Fall River loop (Difficult)

Old Fall River Road is the original road that took you over the Continental Divide before Trail Ridge was built. It’s a one lane dirt road that climbs 5,000 ft up the side of a mountain. As cyclists we can ride this road anytime that cars are allowed, but with the condition that the road is a one way when […]

Old Fall River Road to AVC and back to Estes Park on Trail Ridge road (Difficult)

Old Fall River Road is the original road that took you over the Continental Divide before Trail Ridge was built. It’s a one lane dirt road that climbs 5,000 ft up the side of a mountain. As cyclists we can ride this road anytime that cars are allowed, but with the condition that the road is a one way when […]

The Glen Haven Switchbacks (Intermediate)

This ride starts and ends at Elkins Distillery. The route starts by taking you on a tour of the Highway 34 canyon on a 2,000ft descent. The epic turns at 35+ miles per hour are made even better with the generous lane size and amazing views of rock formations as you descend into Drake.   After 11 miles you turn […]

Estes Park to Grand Lake (Difficult)

Up Moraine Avenue, the road take you in through the Beaver Meadows Entrance, past the national park’s head quarters. After entering the park, riders get a short flat before the first climb, about 3.5 miles from the curve at Upper Beaver Meadows to the top of Deer Ridge Junction. Riders get to recuperate a bit between the junction and the […]

Thank you !

On behalf of the Estes Park Cycling Coalition and all of the people who will enjoy the bike park for years to come, THANK YOU to all who donated and all those folks that have supported this effort! We were able to reach the MATCHING challenge where FIRST COLORADO REALTY generously offered to match $5,000!!!! While we will be taking […]

Bike Park work day – June 2nd

We will be having a volunteer work day to improve the perimeter trail portion of the Bike Park at Stanley Park. Workers should bring water, shovel, pick, rake, work gloves and a sun hat. Work will consist primarily of removing undesirable vegetation from the trail. WHEN, WHERE Saturday, June 2 at 9 AM – 12 PM We meet at the […]

Bike Park Fundraising Challenge with First Colorado Realty

Bike Park Fundraising Challenge! The Stanley Park Bike Park has broken ground! The Estes Park Cycling Coalition (EPCC) has been working for three years advocating, partnering and planning to make the Stanley Park Bike Park a reality. The Bike Park will provide a family friendly fun place to ride bikes for Estes Valley residents as well as out of town visitors. The […]

The Library hosted a Bicycle Repair Clinic

CDOT meeting cfr Highway 7

Cyclists! Please attend Monday’s OPEN HOUSE meeting with CDOT at the Community Center (lower level). April 23, 5:30 – 7PM. Highway 7 is looking much better and there is more to come! However, CDOT needs to hear your feedback about the importance of safe, wide road shoulders throughout the entire Scenic Byway- Highway 7 (need to include Estes Park….). Currently, […]

Estes Park Mountain Bike Team, end of season album, 2017

From the Estes Park Mountain Bike Team Page:

Epic weekend in Estes

Labor Day weekend in Estes Park was epic for mountain bikers and runners alike, as they competed in the first ever Estes Epic. Estes Epic was held over the weekend with a mountain bike race of 25 and 50 miles on Saturday. The 25 mile race had 70 participants, with the longer race having 28. Sunday had three events, a […]

4th Annual Bike Parade vs Mother Nature!

Although Mother Nature threw her best at us in the form of crazy lightning and torrential downpour, we made the best of it and did the first Bike Parade of the new Parking Garage!!! Special thanks has to go to “Roaming Rations” food truck, the Estes Park Police dept and the volunteers!

Board vacancy

There is currently a Board vacancy. Interested in serving on the Board? Be part of a young club with lots of potential and great projects in the works. A term is 2 years and bylaws can be found here at bikeestes.org. Please email board@bikeestes.org if you are interested!

Hermit Park Bike trail now OPEN! (At least half of it anyway)

Hermit Park Bike trail now OPEN! At least half of it anyway. Rode an out and back and went 7 miles. All of the volunteers did an amazing job constructing the trail. The trail follows mostly gentle grade and is not technical at all. There are some rocky sections. We parked at the bottom parking lot and rode up the […]

Bike to Work 2017

Bike to Work Day 2017! We hope you enjoyed breakfast, live music, mingled with other cyclists, and interacted with members of the Estes Park Cycling Coalition. Thank you to our event sponsors: the Estes Park Mountain Shop, Estes Park Medical Center, Kind Coffee, The Egg & I, Estes Valley Partners for Commerce, Estes Park Yoga, Salud Family Health Centers, Mountaintop […]

New kit design for High School MTB team

Kits available mid July. The Mountain Bike Team is getting a new kit design this year. We’re going to have matching bottoms, arm warmers, caps, and socks. Let me know if you’re interested in getting one of these and I can point you in the right direction. Via Bicycle Cafe and The Mountain Shop will have limited quantities in stock. […]

Bicycle Friendly Driver Program Class

The Bicycle Friendly Driver program is a 1 1/2 hour interactive class, taught by Bicycle Ambassadors aimed at educating all drivers on the best and safest ways to share the road with people on bicycles. Developed by FC Bikes in collaboration with Bike Fort Collins the class addresses: Why sharing the road is the safest alternative for both motorists and […]

Trail Building Hermit Park, May 6th 2017

The Sprocket Spotlight: Todd Plummer

A Salute to Todd Plummer: Bike Park Advocate Todd (left) diligently pursued the creation of the Bike Park in Stanley Park by establishing alignment plans with fellow EPCC members. He gave generously of his expertise using Van Horn Engineering’s GPS equipment to survey the area to create a contour map. A huge amount of thought, energy, and personal time was […]

EP HS MTB team @ Cloud City Challenge in Leadville

We are so incredibly thankful for the support we have from our community! Another part of our team mission statement is we want any student who is interested in having fun and riding bikes with us to be on our team and last thing we want is for resources to be what stops them. Thanks to the amazing support of […]

Estes Park High School MTB Team Race

9 bikes on one vehicle. #cycling #mountainbiking #mtb #estesmtb #bikeestes A photo posted by Estes Park MTB Team (@estesmtb) on Aug 25, 2016 at 8:50pm PDT Zeke Cramer finishing his race with flair! Way to go, @zeke_cramer! #mountainbiking #mtb #bikeestes #estespark #colorado #estesmtb #cycling #bike #bikelife A photo posted by Estes Park MTB Team (@estesmtb) on Aug 27, 2016 at […]

Estes Park High School Mountain Bike Team – Hermit Park 2016

EP Trail Gazette – Inside Business Feature – Via Bicycle Cafe

2016 Bike Parade

This is a video montage of the 3rd Annual Bike Parade in Estes Park, Colorado organized by the Estes Park Cycling Coalition in order to enhance awareness about the joys of riding a bike and encourage more people to do so. Music: purple-planet.com Moosehead Honk and a live performance by Ran Off The Rooster Some pictures Estes Park News Video

Smart Cycling videos

Summer is in full swing, hopefully you are riding some! These Smart Cycling videos will help you understand how to ride safely, improve comfort, and your rights as a bicyclist. A bike lane is a striped and signed lane that provides a dedicated space on the road for people on bikes. They should be used the same as any other […]

Bike To Work Day 2016

A good time was had by all, thank you generous sponsors and volunteers!  

EPCC helping at Ride The Rockies

Big ups for the 59 volunteers from the Estes Park Cycling Coalition helping out at Ride the Rockies today and tomorrow !

Flyer for the trail building day, August 6

The EPCC is working with Larimer County to build a mountain bike trail at Hermit Park! Volunteers are needed for trail building day on Saturday, August 6 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Training and a free lunch is provided for all volunteers! We need as many volunteers as possible. This will be a new trail construction project, to be […]

Bicycle Parade & Movies in the Mountains

Friday, July 15 meet-up at 5:45 p.m. – Bike Parade to Performance Park meet at the northeast parking lot at the Estes Park Visitor located at 500 Big Thompson Avenue. The parade begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. and travels west to Performance Park. The “Movie in the Mountains” event at Performance Park will include live music, a food and beer garden, and the movie […]

Bicycle Maintenance Clinic

Meeting Agenda, May 18, 2016

Membership Meeting Agenda May 18, 2016, 7:00 p.m. at Via Bicycle Café Stanley Bike Park updates Sign-ups for Ride the Rockies (June 16 & 17) and Hermit Park trail building day (August 6) Bike to Work Day (June 22) information, updates, and discussion. Does anyone else have other ideas of what to incorporate? Memberships for sale T-shirt update Group rides […]

Estes Park Mountain Bike Team Welcome

Hello All! First, an intro, then some upcoming events and asks for help below… Thanks for taking time to read this introduction to the 2016 Estes Park Mountain Bike Team. As some of you may have heard, I am stepping up as head coach for the 2016 season. The team will be active throughout the spring and summer in various […]

Town Board consider projects for grant application

Citizen Transportation Advisory Board recommends Moraine Avenue improvements and trail The Estes Park Town Board will review transportation project options that could be included in an application for Federal Lands Access Program funds. The meeting takes place April 12 at 7 p.m. in the Town Board Room of Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. Public input is encouraged as the board […]

EPCC Notes from 03.16.16

March 16, 2016 ­ The Mountain Shop ­AR: thanks for showing up to public meetings. ­ Hermit Park work days: we will send out a sign up soon, but work day on Aug 6 th , rain day Aug 27 th ­ Highway 7 and other updates: construction on Highway 7 to start this fall, but no resurfacing until this […]

“Oi” : The bike bell that doesn’t look like a bike bell.

It’s important to be seen on a bicycle, but also to be heard. But nobody likes an ugly bell on his racing bicycle. So Knog came up with something new, check out their Kickstarter campaign ! Bike bells have been domed since they were invented in 1877. In which time we’ve sent man to the moon, cloned a sheep, and […]

Bike Friendly Community 2014 report

In 2014, Estes Park applied for recognition as a Bike Friendly Community through the League of American Bicyclists. The town was designated with an Honorable Mention by the national organization and was provided with a customized “report card” listing steps towards earning a bronze. Some members last week expressed interest in using the report card as a check list for projects. Here is the (link to […]

Hale A Pedicab

Hale A Pedicab LLP would like to announce that it will be offering service in and around Estes Park beginning in May 2016! We are a locally owned, family business that is 100% 0 emissions. Hale A Pedicab service will include downtown, fairgrounds, “motel row” on Big Thompson Ave and out to Fall River Road. We’ve lived and worked in […]

Ride the Rockies is visiting Estes Park

The Ride The Rockies is an annual bicycle tour that takes 2,000 cyclists, assisted by more than 100 volunteers, on a 6-7 day ride through Colorado’s Rocky Mountains each June. This year’s event — the 31st — will run from June 11-17. It will start in Carbondale and end in Fort Collins. While the tour route changes each year, the […]

Press Release 1-10-2016

Estes Park Cycling Coalition Elects a Board of Directors The Estes Park Cycling Coalition (EPCC) elected its first Board of Directors. The new leadership will guide the Coalition to work towards achieving its Mission in the coming years. The Mission of EPCC is to create, enhance and preserve great bicycling in and around Estes Park, and create a bicycle-friendly community through cycling awareness, […]

Estes Valley Trails Plan

Greetings, On behalf of the Estes Valley Recreation and Park District I would like to provide some updates regarding this project and upcoming events. The planning team, project partners and trails committee have taken public comments regarding Estes Valley trail connections (including bicycle and pedestrian facilities) and mapped them, while also evaluating feasibility and new opportunities. The next step will be to […]

EPCC Notes from 11.18.15

In attendance: Alicia, Erica, Heidi, Brian, Randy, Mike, Todd, Thad, Kate, Josh, Stefano, Greg, Steven, Stefaan, Andrew and Mike L. 1. Erica Goad presented on how to vote on-line for the nine nominees for the five positions on the EPCC board. Voting ended on Sunday 11.22.15. Members who were voted in to be board members are: Thad Eggen, Erica Goad, […]

Introducing the new Board of Directors

Thank you for participating in the election for the new Board of Directors. Below are the five people who will serve for a year: Thad Eggen Erica Goad Mike Lewelling Todd Plummer Alicia Rochambeau Also, special thanks to Stefaan Van Damme who will continue as webmaster! One of the first tasks for the Board is to determine their various leadership […]

ShopTalk hosted by Via Bicycle Cafe

Estes Park High School Mountain Bike Team gets interviewed. Great kids that love to bike hard and have fun!

Nominations Needed for EPCC Board of Directors

Nominations Needed for Estes Park Cycling Coalition Board of Directors Thank you for the wonderful input on the EPCC survey over the summer, we learned a lot from you in terms of how the Cycling Coalition can best meet your needs. In order for EPCC to start accomplishing all of the great projects, ideas, and events we all have in […]

Around Lake Estes (Easy)

 

Backpacker Magazine and locals share tips on mountain biking

Backpacker Magazine and Estes Park locals share tips on mountain biking and catching live bluegrass music at the local tavern in Estes Park, Colorado

Construction on county road 43

During the week of November 1, construction activities will continue between mile markers 7.7 and 9.4 on the west side of Dunraven Glade Road, and between mile markers 10.5 and 11.0, and 12.0 and 14.3 on the east side of Streamside Drive. Monday through Saturday drivers can expect up to 30-minute delays between the hours of 6 a.m. – 8 […]

Larimer County Master Transportation Plan

The Larimer County Engineering Department is asking for citizen input in creating the 2016 Larimer County Master Transportation Plan. To successfully identify and understand the needs of the citizens living in the County, a survey was created to ensure that everyone’s voice has a chance to be heard during the creation of the Transportation Plan. The survey is available at […]

Estes Park Classico (Intermediate)

(Dry Gulch, Devils Gulch, Fish Creek, Fall River Road)

Dry Gulch – Devils Gulch (Intermediate)

This is a great loop with some demanding climbs that will sneak up on you!  This is about a 12 mile ride.

Estes Park to Bear Lake in RMNP and back (Difficult)

This is a scenic ride that will expose you to the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park! This is a twenty mile ride out and back if you start from the entrance station. From town take highway 36 to the entrance of the park. Once through the entrance station you will make you’re first left on Bear Lake Rd.  

Dry Gulch – Crosier Mountain – Glen Haven (Difficult)

The trail starts at H-Bar-G Ranch and ends in Glen Haven near the Post Office. Parking is located at the corner of 63E (DryGulch Rd) and H Bar G Rd in the gravel lot. From there go right (east) on H Bar G Rd until you see the entrance for H-Bar-G Ranch on the right. The ranch is private property […]

H-Bar-G Ranch – Crosier Mountain – H-Bar-G Ranch (Difficult)

Parking is located at the corner of 63E (DryGulch Rd) and H Bar G Rd in the gravel lot. From there go right (east) on H Bar G Rd until you see the entrance for H-Bar-G Ranch on the right. The ranch is private property but they have been kind enough to allow us access. Please stay on the road […]

Hall Ranch (Intermediate/Difficult)

Hall Ranch has something for just about everyone. The most commonly ridden trail (Bitterbrush) has a challenging technical Rock Garden that only fit expert riders can clean bottom to top. The Nelson Loop up top has some beautiful views of the Arapahoe range and Longs Peak in addition to beautiful, flowy singletrack. And intermediate riders can find some suitable terrain […]

Homestead tour (Intermediate)

Homestead Meadows is a neat place to go and discover how people used to live in the Rocky Mountains. There are several old cabins and other buildings with informational plaques at each, describing who lived there, what they did, and what happened to them. This ride takes you past a few (but not all) of these. Most of the route […]

Pole Hill Road (Intermediate)

This is a network of 4×4 forest service roads. There are many different ways you can ride this, and there is a lot more here than what is mapped. There are some steep climbs and some exhilarating downhills. The little “speed bumps” that the forest services builds into the roads are great for when you’re on a downhill (catch some air!). This […]

Meeting notes – 10/21/15

10.21.2015 EPCC Meeting Notes Twin Owls Steakhouse About 14 in attendance 1. Steven Wens shared news that the “Cross of the North” cyclocross race is looking for a new venue. It’s an established, three-day event with race directors, sponsors and five previous races hosted annually on the second weekend in October. Past races have taken place in Loveland and Fort […]

Bike to Work Parade 2015

A couple pictures from the bicycle parade and movie afterwards. A good turn out despite the cloudy weather.

Bike to Work day

The Town of Estes Park and the Estes Park Cycling Coalition are hosting Estes Park’s third annual Bike to Work Day on Wednesday, June 24. Cyclists will be offered a free breakfast, coffee, giveaways, informational booths, bike check-ups, and live entertainment from 6 a.m. until 9 a.m. at the Estes Park Visitor Center, 500 Big Thompson Avenue. Estes Park joins […]

Survey

Hiya EPCC folks, Well, EPCC has been around now for about a year and a half, and there’s been discussion recently of some significant organizational decisions (like potentially becoming a chapter of IMBA, the International Mountain Biking Association, getting 501c3 status, starting fundraisers, etc.). The most important thing is that EPCC is the organization that YOU want it to be, […]

Bike to Work, Bike to Play Activities Proclamation

At the June 9, 2015 Estes Park Town Board meeting, Mayor Pinkham proclaimed June 17 through June 30, 2015 a celebration of Bike to Work, Bike to Play activities in Estes Park. Members of the Estes Park Cycling Coalition and the Town of Estes Park were present for the reading of the Proclamation. Bike to Work Day will be celebrated […]

Gear-up for Bike to Work, Bike to Play activities

Gear-up for Bike to Work, Bike to Play activities Bike to Work on June 24 Estes Park’s 2015 Bike to Work, Bike to Play activities will take place June 17-30. The centerpiece of these activities is Bike to Work Day June 24 at the Estes Park Visitor Center. Activities, prize drawings and free breakfast for anyone who cycles to the […]

EPCC notes from 5.20.15

EPCC 5.20.15 meeting notes Belle Morris updated the group on the Transportation Advisory Board A study has been initiated on improving Dry Gulch a bike lane was requested a sidewalk has been proposed proposed increase to width of road proposed tunnel under Highway 34 please send any comments, supporting or encouraging letters to Belle Morris at bellesmorris@hotmail.com Jason Bertolachi from […]

“I am Estes Park, I ride bikes” part 3

Bikes, Peds, Cars, and Elk: Can’t we all just get along ?

Bikes, Peds, Cars, and Elk: Can’t we all just get along? Written by Mark Kougl This last year has been transformational: our community has moved towards a safer multi-user environment on our streets, highways, and paths. I believe that is because we all have put good lessons into practice. Estes Park Police Chief Kufeld’s April 7th article nicely highlighted many […]

“I am Estes Park, I ride bikes” part 2

I am Jim Bangs. I moved to Estes Park in 1978 to work at Hidden Valley. Here I met my wife Debbie, and raised our family David, Kyle, Matthew and Evelyn. You may have seen me at Estes Park Lumber where I’ve been working since 1985. I have been commuting to work on a bicycle daily for the last eight years. […]

“I am Estes Park, I ride bikes” part 1

Sponsors Needed For Bike To Work Day June 24

The Town of Estes Park and the Estes Park Cycling Coalition are organizing Estes Park’s third annual Bike to Work Day to take place Wednesday, June 24. Cyclists will be offered a free breakfast, coffee, giveaways, informational booths, bike check-ups, and live entertainment from 6 a.m. until 9 a.m. at the Estes Park Visitor Center, 500 Big Thompson Avenue. Estes […]

EPCC notes from 3.25.15

“This town is great about getting behind good causes.” Zach Zerh Randy Biddle started with an update on the grants status for the Bike Park. We will know by mid-June if we have been awarded grants! Discussion continued on EPCC’s commitment to help maintain the Bike Park and trails under the guidance of the Recreation District. If all goes according […]

County Road 43 cycling restrictions

With County Road 43 being a popular summertime route for cyclists to use in riding into Estes Park, I wanted to make you aware of restrictions that are currently in place for bike riders while this roadway is rebuilt. As most of you know, sections of County Road 43 between Glen Haven and US 34 in Drake sustained significant damage […]

EPCC notes from 2.18.15

“Well its that time of year again when thoughts turn to green grass, sunny hillsides and two wheeled adventures. Yes my friends it is time to think about Bike to Work/Bike to Play day!” Alicia Mittleman 1)   Thad Eggen started with a trivia quiz about Shimano. Mike Lewelling received accolades for answering 3 out of the 6 questions correctly and […]

EPCC notes from 1.21.15

“So my wife, Dana, asked me if that was all I was going to ride that day…” Josh Cramer Trivia Started the night: Of note- The Tour de France is one of the most famous bicycle races in the world. Established in 1903, it is considered to be the biggest test of endurance out of all sports. & Dutch cyclist […]

Proposed Multi-purpose trail in Hermit Park

Estes Park Cycling Coalition Estes Park, CO 80517   December 17th, 2014   Gary K. Buffington, Department of Natural Resources Director 1800 South County Road 31 Loveland, CO 80537   Re: Proposed Multi-purpose trail in Hermit Park Dear Mr. Gary K. Buffington:   Earlier this month Christine Fleming met with our secretary, Thad Eggen, and discussed a proposed trail in […]

EPCC Meeting minutes – 11/19/14

“This is the 1st positive biking group in town.” Gregg Farmer   1. Bike Park News: Gregg Farmer from the Estes Park Recreation District attended the meeting to talk about the proposed bike park. A meeting was held on 11.24 in town room 202 to discuss the master plan. Currently American Ramp Company will be contracted to design and build […]

Public design input meeting for new skate park and pump track at Stanley Park

The Estes Valley Recreation and Park District (EVRPD) will be holding a public design meeting with representatives of the American Ramp Company and Progressive Bike Ramps of Joplin, Mo., to discuss designs for a new and improved skate park and a pump track at Stanley Park. The meeting will take place on Monday, Nov. 24, from 7 to 9 p.m […]

Bike friendliness: here we come!

EPCC folk, I wanted to share the good news that Estes Park was recognized with an Honorable Mention by the League of American Bicyclists!  This is an organization based in Washington, DC that works to assist and award communities across the country that work to improve the well-being of their community through bike and pedestrian friendliness Some people may scoff […]

EPCC Meeting minutes – 10/22/14

1. the HS Mt Bike Team Jeremy, sorry we missed your last name Jeremy!, a junior from the Estes Park Mountain Bike team attended and filled us in on the State Championship race. The Estes Park High School team finished their season in 12th place out of 44 teams in division 2. Jeremy informed us that after experiencing a mechanical […]

Gravel in the Valley

Grinding Gravel with Marc Hemmes and Steven Wens near Longmont, CO. Music by KI:Theory.Video: Josh Cramer  

Downtown Estes Loop project kicks off with Oct. 8 open houses

We’d like to share with you this editorial by Town Administrator Frank Lancaster, as seen in local newspapers (You can find this posts, and comments on the whole idea also on facebook: link here) Downtown Estes Loop project kicks off with Oct. 8 open houses By Town Administrator Frank Lancaster Whether speaking with guests or residents, there are three common […]

National Center for Safe Routes to School Mini-Grants Program

This looks like a killer opportunity, and not too hard to apply. Applications are due Oct 22nd. Erica would love to get ideas from you all about what we could do with this money. We keep talking about school safety and biking/walking, now let’s DO something about it! Send your input/ideas to erica@bikeestes.org CHAPEL HILL, NC (September 10, 2014) — The National […]

Road group ride – Dry Gulch + Pancakes

  Some pictures  

EPCC Meeting minutes – 8/20/14

Future meetings: Alicia Mittleman has invited Frank Lancaster and Wendy Koenig to our next meeting, 9-24-14, for a fun meet and greet. This will be a fun opportunity to ask them how things work on the city level and ask some questions Alicia also mentioned that the Bike Friendly Application has been submitted, and that Mayor Bill Pinkham had signed […]

Saturday morning group ride to Meadow Mountain Cafe in Allenspark

A great day of suffering on the mtn bike. Brent and Amos rode with the EPCC crew down to Allenspark for breakfast. Then Brent and Amos pieced together jeeps roads and single track, making their way cross country from Meeker Park to Hermit Park. Lots of hike a bike and bush whacking ensued. Those trails see little traffic and are […]

Governor Hickenlooper in Estes Park

Governor Hickenlooper was visiting Estes Park, EPCC’s finest was there to promote a bike-friendly Estes Park.   The Governor has consistently been supportive for not only the State of Colorado tourism but Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park specifically.  His proactive facilitation in aiding in our recovery has been unprecedented as well.  We continue to experience the positive benefit of […]

Saturday morning ride to Glen Haven + pancakes

Great ride this morning! It was nice to meet up with the Dirt Church and see so many people supporting Glen Haven! – Greg   Ride of the MTB crew    Ride of the Road crew   Some pictures

EPCC Meeting minutes – 7/16/14

1. Round of applause for everybody involved in the “bike to play”, “bike to work” week: RMNP- Mark Kougl and Daniel Basch EP Marathon – Belle Morris Town of Estes Park – Frank Lancaster, Kate Rusch, Suzanna Simpson, Lexy Jacboson, Rita Kruelja, Russ Franklin and Tonya Ziegler Estes Valley Recreation District – Cheryl Sarnwick and Skylar Rorabaugh EP Medical Center […]

Group Ride to Bear Lake – 7/12/14

Downhill video by Steven (using the Fly6 rear light / camera)

4th of July pancake ride – C3

 

Bike to play parade and movie

We all gathered (most of us dressed up) at the visitor center for a short, and escorted by the police, ride to the Performance Park. Before the movie started, there was an award for best costume. This year the award was for the ‘Corn-family’ (check out the pictures below) The Bike-In Movie Night was an innovative idea from the team […]

Bike to Work day 2014

 

Organized group ride in RMNP

    What a marvelous morning. John Mack led a great ride inside Rocky Mountain National Park. We had the time and the inkling to ride a couple different directions and enjoy many wonders not observable from a car. Thank you to all our participants! It is fun to ride with other cyclists, since most are just good human beings. […]

EPCC Meeting minutes – 6/11/14

Greg Sampson had a quick note T-shirts- should be available before bike to work day IMBA volunteer insurance is in limbo right now, this effects are potential and future efforts at trail maintenance on H Bar G ranch, updates to follow Erica Goad updated us with information on HY 36 & 34 CDOT has responded to those of us who […]

Introducing the Estes Park Cycling Coalition

By Lyn Sadler, Estes Park Cycling Coalition Estes Park Cycling Coalition (EPCC) is a new bicycling organization in the Estes Park community with a mission to promote and increase cycling of all kinds in the Estes Valley, through advocacy, education, partnerships and community building. EPCC is striving to cultivate a biking culture in the community and make the Estes area […]

Classic Estes Park Road Ride (Dry Gulch – Fish Creek – Park)

   

Bikes and motorists coexisting in the same space

Imagine yourself behind the wheel of your car, and suddenly, you realize one of those two-wheeled human-powered dawdling nuisances comes into view. You note the cyclist has the audacity to use more than just the white paint on the right side of the lane. Their wheel passes left of something that glitters in the sunlight. Seeing another bicyclist in the […]

Estes Park High School MTB kits preorder

This is the kit the Estes Park High School MTB team will be using. If you want to support the team, you can buy one (or more) of these kits. A portion of each sale is a donation to the EPHS MTB team. Prices are $60.00 for jersey with preorder/payment by 6-26-14. $65.00 for shorts with preorder/payment by 6-26-14. Unisex […]

Bike to Work proclamation 2014

Estes Park bicycling Proclamation presented by the Mayor and Board of Trustees (click image for larger version)

Bike to Work, Bike to Play, and countless reasons to give it a try

Each month, Estes Park Town Administrator Frank Lancaster discusses projects and issues affecting the Estes Park community in columns published in local newspapers. This month, it’s about cycling & Bike to Work   June 21 through June 28 is Bike to Work, Bike to Play Week in Estes Park. This is the second year in a row that we have […]

Road group ride – C4 – 05/24/14 – Rock Cut

Pictures: Strava map: Map:

EPCC Meeting minutes – 5/14/14

5.14.14 Bike Meeting Notes Item #1 Fun activity re-scheduled Item #2- Bike to work Bike to play Bike to work Alicia Mittleman, Belle Morris and Mark Kougl presented Last years attendance was 110, 200 is the goal for this year Articles in the paper to be published weekly Lynn S. of EPCC will be writing an article CDOT information was passed […]

PWV’s First Restoration Trail Work Days for 2014

PWV is asking for the public’s help in rebuilding bridges and trail that were destroyed on the Lion Gulch trail near Estes Park. Restoration Days will be on May 24 and 25. If you are interested in helping, please see the Trail Restoration sign-up link at the end of this article. Many of the trails in the Forest were seriously […]

Rocky Mountain Bicycling 2014

Bicycling in Rocky Mountain National Park offers beautiful scenery, a challenging experience, significant elevation gain, winding mountain roads, heavy traffic, arid climate, and changeable weather. Be prepared and use extreme caution when riding on park roads. Remember, safety is your responsibility. Read more at: http://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/biking.htm  

Estes Park Marathon needs volunteers

A message from the Estes Park Marathon organization: We are celebrating our 11th Anniversary as a race organization. Each year of racing has been a lot of fun! Our event has grown and developed to be a successful destination race, which could not be achieved without your involvement. We thank you for being part of our team! We are currently […]

EPCC Meeting minutes – 4/16/14

1. Erica Goad kicked off the fun activity with a Pictionary + Telegraph game: many fun (if not slightly disturbing) drawings were shared 2. Mike Lewelling shared with us information regarding an update on Canyon Lakes Ranger District they are excited to have us help with trail clean-up @ Crosier Mt. area issues are volunteer parking- ideas and locations were […]

EPCC meeting 04/16/14

For the bike meeting this Wednesday April 16th, please submit any items to place on the agenda to thad@bikeestes.org. Let’s limit our items to 10 minutes so that we can break into our respective groups and committees by 7:45. The Bike Friendly Community application is coming along. Many thanks to Josh Cramer, Erin Axtell, Brent Rochambeau, Glenn Case, Diana Laughlin, Marc […]

Road group ride – E3- 03/29/14

Greg, Steven and Stefaan started at Kind Coffee for a group ride around Estes Park.

CDOT Colorado bicycle and byways map

DENVER — CDOT released an interactive map showing Colorado’s bike and byways. The map shows roadway data including shoulder widths and traffic volumes. “Along with all the information that’s available in the hard copy of the map, the new app will offer lots of options that we think bicyclists will appreciate,” said CDOT Bicycling Program Manager Betsy Jacobsen.  “Specific items […]

EPCC Meeting minutes – 3/12/14

This meeting focused on Bike to work day Alicia Mittleman presented a power point over Estes Park’s bike to work day last year The steering committee for this year’s event will be meeting on April 3rd from 10 AM- Noon in room 105 at the Town Building EPCC unanimously agreed to help this year Ideas generated were: post on website […]

Colorado’s 3 feet law

How to change and fix a flat bike tire

Emergency repairs between Lyons and Estes Park

January 10, 2014 – Northeastern Colorado/CDOT Region 4 – Extensive delays expected during construction; alternate routes strongly advised. BOULDER, LARIMER COUNTIES — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration – Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD) are combining expertise and resources to design and construct the final repairs on US 36 between Lyons and Estes Park following […]

Rocky Mountain National Park to consider allowing bicycle use on west side trail

Rocky Mountain National Park staff is looking into allowing bicycle use on a two-mile section of the East Shore Trail on the west side of the national park. The East Shore Trail runs roughly parallel to the east shore of Shadow Mountain Lake. RMNP spokeswoman Kyle Patterson said the National Park Service has prepared an environment assessment to analyze the […]

Bicycling on trails

The way we ride today shapes mountain bike trail access tomorrow. Do your part to preserve and enhance our sport’s access and image by observing the following rules of the trail, formulated by IMBA, the International Mountain Bicycling Association. These rules are recognized around the world as the standard code of conduct for mountain bikers. IMBA’s mission is to promote […]

Bicycling on multi-use trails

While Colorado has no statewide statues regulating multi-use trails, here is a list of suggested practices. Please be sure to obey any local regulations when using a multi-use trail. Use common sense and courtesy on the trail Always ride, walk and skate on the right side of the trail Obey traffic control signs and markings on trail Pass on the […]

Bicycling on Colorado Roads

Bicyclists have all the rights and duties applicable to the driver of any other vehicle and can be penalized for violating traffic laws. Obey traffic laws, signs and signals Ride in the right lane, except when passing another vehicle, preparing for a left turn or avoiding hazards Ride on paved shoulders and bike lanes when present and free of hazards […]

Dirt Church – 12/15/13

Our first EPC.co Dirt Church ride was a huge success! Thanks to the brave souls who showed-up to ride our local trail, Crosier! We rode in at H-bar-G and out via Glenn Haven making a loop out of it. Great times! Images: http://singlespeedpirate.blogspot.com/

Town receives second grant for downtown realignment

(you can click the image to see a large version) The Town of Estes Park has received a $4.2 million grant through the Colorado Department of  Transportation (CDOT) Responsible Acceleration of Maintenance and Partnerships (RAMP) program. Coupled with the $13 million grant from the Federal Lands Access Program, the RAMP grant will fund major transit and highway improvements in downtown […]

Second meeting

We had another great turnout at our second brainstorming meeting last night. Thanks to all the devoted cyclists who showed-up and voiced their opinion on what the future of cycling in Estes Park should be all about. We are pretty confident that we will be making a HUGE difference in our town and surrounding areas in the coming months. Stay […]

Flood impacted highways reopened to cyclists

The roads to Estes Park are now open to cyclists. Please be extra careful during the reconstruction phase.  While the roads are passable, they aren’t 100% just yet.  The Colorado Department of Transportation Contact: Ashley Mohr – 303-757-9437 TRAFFIC ADVISORY FLOOD-IMPACTED HIGHWAYS REOPENED TO CYCLISTS Cyclists and motorists reminded temporary highways are narrow, shoulders minimal in some areas BOULDER, JEFFERSON, LARIMER, AND […]

Ride in RMNP

Short ride from downtown Estes Park to Many Parks Curve Overlook, where you have a nice panoramic view. Steady climb. During the winter, Many Parks Curve Overlook is the farthest point you can reach from the East side of the park.

Road group ride – D3 – 10/23/13 – Hwy 36

More pictures

USA Pro Cycling Challenge – stage 6 – Loveland to Ft Collins

With a flat speed-fest scheduled for Sunday in Denver, any contenders for the Leader Jersey will have only this stage left to make a move or lose it all. The outskirts of Loveland will see the racers off as they spend some early miles on the flat windswept plains passing through Windsor and back to Loveland. Then it’s up Big […]

National Park officials are studying two bike trails

Cycling in the park now is allowed only on roads, not trails. But park officials are considering a 15.5-mile nonmotorized, multi-use trail running from Estes Park’s Fall River entrance to Sprague Lake as well as two miles of mountain-bike-friendly singletrack along the East Shore Trail near Grand Lake. “This would provide another mode of transportation for people to access the […]

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