Sports & Hobbies groups near Lake Saint Louis, MO
St. Louis Area Mountain Bikers
Maryland Heights, MO
St. Louis Area Mountain Bikers (SLAMB) is a group of recreational mountain bikers of all ages and skill levels. We ride all of the singletrack in the area as well as trails in the surrounding regions and other states. We plan rides during the week and weekends, night rides, day trips and camping weekends. We also post bike shop events, races, GORC trail builds, and more - anything mtb related. Rides are scheduled year-round, even in the summer heat and in subfreezing temps, weather permitting and if trail conditions permit. Gravel routes are planned when singletrack is not rideable.
The group is made up of all skill levels including beginners who have just started to advanced riders who have years of experience and can handle anything technical and epic. The goal of the group is to simply bring people together who share the passion of the sport. Regardless of your skill level, you’ll find we have something for everyone!
Level 0 = This ride is tailored to someone that has not ridden their bike on anything but pavement. This is an instructional ride that can cover everything from shifting, braking, and equipment choice to trail etiquette and bike handling. After attending one or two of these rides, the new rider should be ready to advance to level 1 rides. There will not be many level 0 rides scheduled, since most members have advanced beyond this point. For this reason, if you are new and would like a level 0 ride, message the event hosts or post in the discussion section and someone will be happy to set something up.
Level 1 = This will be a slow paced ride with lots of regrouping stops. Don't expect much if any instruction. The people in the lead may ride faster than many of the participants, but they will stop frequently to regroup.
Level 2 = This will be an intermediate paced ride with far fewer stops than a level 1 ride. You will be expected to carry what you need in case of a mechanical issue.
Level 3 = An intermediate to fast paced ride with few stops. Possibly even a drop ride. You will be expected to be self sufficient.
Level 4 = Race pace. Every person for themselves.
Beginner trail = Very little elevation change. Mostly smooth dirt. Some small rocks and/or roots to deal with.
Intermediate trail = Good sized hills to climb and could have medium sized rock formations and root wads.
Advanced trail = Steep, loose climbs. Large rock formations.
So...... What are you waiting for? Read our terms and conditions below, sign up and get riding today. You know you want to!
Before joining this group, please read the following terms and conditions. By joining, you agree to these terms and conditions.
"LIFE ... Your Great Adventure Starts NOW" ~Born: 11/17/2013
Ballwin, MO
This group is formed on a foundation of building long term friendships gained during a variety activities and fun.
WHAT WE DO ....... Kickball, Karaokee, Hiking, Salsa/Tango dance (and free lessons); Memphis in May, Outdoor Concerts (New County and others); float trips; ziplining; wineries; Colorado back packing trip; MuckFest; a cattle drive from Utah to Arizona; and ski or snow boarding; ... we will DO THEM ALL and so much more! Look at our calendar (Past and Future events ... look at the pics too!)
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We have a variety of interests that are found both indoors and outdoors. Missouri has so many beautiful places to visit and wonderful events & activities.
Our membership is mainly between the ages of mid 20's to 50's. We don't check or "card" ID's at the door, but you won't last if you don't want to engage in HIGH ENERGY activities and F.U.N.
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*** To join this group, you must have a close-up photo posted of your smiling face. OK, so the "smiling" is optional. We want to be able to recognize YOU at Upcoming Events and to make sure you're NOT on the FBI's Most Wanted List. ***
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***WARNING***: We will not tolerate any "creepers" or stalkers. This is NOT an internet dating group. Best Advice: Do not ask someone out the FIRST time you come to a MeetUp event. If people come to me saying you frighten them or made them feel unsafe, you will be given a warning or asked to leave the group immediately.
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WIKIPEDIA: Adventure Defined.
"An adventure is an exciting or unusual experience. It may also be a bold, usually risky undertaking, with an uncertain outcome."
"Adventures may be activities with some potential for physical danger such as skydiving, mountain climbing or participating in extreme sports."
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"Adventurous experiences create psychological arousal. For some people, adventure becomes a major pursuit in and of itself. According to adventurer André Malraux, "If a man is not ready to risk his life, where is his dignity?""
"Adventurous activities can also lead to gains in knowledge, such as those undertaken by explorers and pioneers. Adventure education intentionally uses challenging experiences for learning."
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"It is only in adventure that some people succeed in knowing themselves - in finding themselves."
Andre Gide
"We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures that we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open."
Jawaharlal Nehru
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"To me, adventure has always been to me the connections and bounds you create with people when you're there. And you can have that anywhere."
Bear Grylls
"Life is either a great adventure or nothing at all."
Helen Keller
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NOTE I: Any and all photographs taken at our "LIFE ADVENTURE GROUP" meetup events can be posted or re-posted on this Meetup Group at the Organizer's discretion. The Organizer also has the RIGHT to remove / delete any photos at their discretion.
I only allow pics that are in "good taste" to be posted. I might re-post pics to promote a future LIFE Adventure Group event.
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NOTE II: Any member that is Inactive (has not been to an event in the prior 6 months) may be Removed at any time by MeetUp Corporate or the Organizer or the Leadership Team at anytime! Think about it, if you don't come and Join us at events, then why should you care IF / WHEN you are removed??
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NOTE III:
The group is meant for having fun, being constructive and supportive. We expect use of the Meetup platform to follow the same guide lines including comments. Anything the organizers do not feel are in line with the groups goals will be removed. Please message the organizers whenever you have any concerns, issues or negative feedback as these issues require personal attention to be resolved effectively.
Founded: Nov 17, 2013:
