What we’re about
At the heart of every bike shop, there is a burning passion for the simple act of riding a bike. Here at Full Cycle, we are no exception, and we host many group rides each week, year round.
We are a non-competitive recreational bike group. Some of us want to ride hard. Others want (or need) to take it easier. We usually have 3 pace groups:
- Our easiest group great for those who are new to group riding or prefer a more casual conversational pace. It is welcome to anyone at any age or experience level.
- Our intermediate level "B" group rides at moderate pace and frequently regroups. This is usually our largest group, which sometimes divides into a faster and more endurance pace group.
- The "A" group liking to climb and ride hard. They may not wait for you!
After each ride we gather at our Cafe & Bar, Full Cycle's full service coffee shop and pub, for a beverage or snack or two.
In addition to at least two rides each week, we participate in a couple of event rides over the course of the summer. Watch the schedule for ride announcements!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Sunday Gravel Adventure RidesFull Cycle Bikes & Colorado Multisport, Boulder, CO
All group ride info can be found here.
Our weekly Saturday Road Rides by Full Cycle & Colorado Multisport!
Please read & sign our ride waiver before joining
View our ride cancellation policy
The group rides plan is as follows (dependent on each week's ride leaders' availability):
ADVANCED / THRESHOLD RIDE:
- 40-60 miles, route changes each week. 19+ mph average pace. 2-3 hours.
- Starts easy and conversational, and it becomes progressively harder, especially on pre-determined climbs or segments, with no planned regrouping. This is a DROP RIDE. Conversation will be difficult to sustain, and the group may spread out.
- Pick this ride if: You are extremely fit, experienced with high-speed riding in a fast-moving peloton, and really like the performance, training, and competitive aspect of cycling.
INTERMEDIATE / TEMPO RIDE (2-3 hours):
- 35-50 miles, route changes each week. 16-19mph average pace. 2-3 hours.
- A moderate pace ride with parts becoming more difficult. Most of the ride is conversationally paced. Pace may increase on short pre-determined climbs or segments, with regrouping at the end, within reason (group will wait 5-7 minutes, but not indefinitely!).
- Pick this ride if: You are comfortable riding in a group, and . You're fit, you like to spice up your pace a bit, but not looking for a "hammer-fest". You want to get a workout in, in a social casual setting.
BEGINNER / CASUAL RIDE:
- 20 to 30 miles at a 13 to 14 mph average pace, with multiple breaks and regroups. It's easy, conversational, and all inclusive, meant to meet fellow cyclists and welcoming new riders to the sport. “No drop” rules all the way through.
- Pick this ride if: You are a novice cyclist, or a more experienced cyclist looking to educate & welcome new riders to the sport.
Please read and abide by our GROUP RIDING ETIQUETTE:
DO'S
- Show up prepared (all equipment working, water, food, ready to ride)
- Be able to self support yourself (flat kit, water, food, etc)
- Point out hazards & oncoming traffic both verbally & with gestures
- Communicate all directional changes
- Ride right behind the rider in front of you
- Follow all road rules: stop at red lights & stop signs
- Ride in the bike lane, if present (2 abreast is legal)
- If no bike lane is present, ride single-file in a paceline
- Be light & gradual on the brakes
- Be light & gradual on the pedals as you take a pull at the front
- Be light & gradual as you shift
- Be light & gradual as you stand up off the saddle
DON'TS
- Don't be that guy, late, unprepared, with malfunctioning equipment
- Don't be a loner - you're joining a group ride after all!
- Don't half-wheel
- Don't sprint off stops
- Don't run red lights or stop signs
- Don't slam on the brakes
- Don't ride off to the side: ride right behind the rider in front of you
- Don't do anything rushed (gear changes, directional changes, etc)
- Don't get the group in trouble or danger
𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊𝐄𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 & 𝐒𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐖𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐃!
Help us keep our weekend rides going, and in return get exclusive perks:
✔️ $10 𝘾𝙍𝙀𝘿𝙄𝙏 𝙖𝙩 the Cafe & Bar on the day of the ride
✔️ $10 sweep or $20 lead 𝘾𝙍𝙀𝘿𝙄𝙏 𝙖𝙩 Full Cycle Bikes & Colorado Multisport
✔️ 𝙁𝙍𝙀𝙀 𝙎𝙃𝙊𝙋 𝙅𝙀𝙍𝙎𝙀𝙔 𝙖𝙛𝙩𝙚𝙧 5 𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙨 𝙤𝙧 𝙨𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙥𝙨
✔️ 20% 𝙊𝙁𝙁 all 𝙘𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙢 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙡
✔️ lead 20 rides, become eligible for Shop Ambassadorship, which comes with enhanced perks!Interested in leading or sweeping our rides? Fill out this intake form; we'll be in touch!
- Group Skis at EldoraNeeds location
All through the winter, join us at Eldora on Friday mornings for a group uphill ski! Open to all ability levels and free of charge, it's ski is the perfect way to meet like-minded people who enjoy the uphill just as much as the downhill. All of our group skis are led by knowledgeable members of our staff, meaning you get to leave the planning to us - just come meet new friends and enjoy the ski.
We meet at 7am and noon in front of the Indian Peaks Lodge and ski one to two laps depending on available time and the pace of the group. An Eldora uphill pass is required, along with the Essential Gear listed below. Please read our Group Ski Guidelines before attending.
Group Ski Guidelines:
- Show up on time and prepared! Don’t plan to rely on other people for gear and don’t keep the group waiting. Be ready to support yourself with extra layers, snacks, and water.
- Follow all directions given by the group ski leader. They are there to help you stay safe and have fun while doing it.
- On the way up, stay to one side of the trail, out of the way of skiers coming down.
- On the way down, ski within your own ability level. Skiing fast is fun, going to the ER is not.
- Be respectful and courteous of other skiers. Remember that you are out there representing both yourself and Full Cycle, so be polite when interacting with other skiers.
- Have fun! We all ski for the love of the sport, so don’t forget to bring the stoke.
- See the Eldora website for more information.
Essential Gear:
- Eldora uphill armband, worn in a visible location
- Skis mounted with alpine touring (AT) bindings. Brakes or leashes are required to uphill ski at Eldora
- Climbing skins cut to your skis
- Ski boots with an uphill walk mode
- Ski poles
- Helmet and sunglasses/goggles
- Extra layers for the downhill
- Water and snacks
- A backpack to carry it all
- Group Skis at EldoraNeeds location
All through the winter, join us at Eldora on Friday mornings for a group uphill ski! Open to all ability levels and free of charge, it's ski is the perfect way to meet like-minded people who enjoy the uphill just as much as the downhill. All of our group skis are led by knowledgeable members of our staff, meaning you get to leave the planning to us - just come meet new friends and enjoy the ski.
We meet at 7am and noon in front of the Indian Peaks Lodge and ski one to two laps depending on available time and the pace of the group. An Eldora uphill pass is required, along with the Essential Gear listed below. Please read our Group Ski Guidelines before attending.
Group Ski Guidelines:
- Show up on time and prepared! Don’t plan to rely on other people for gear and don’t keep the group waiting. Be ready to support yourself with extra layers, snacks, and water.
- Follow all directions given by the group ski leader. They are there to help you stay safe and have fun while doing it.
- On the way up, stay to one side of the trail, out of the way of skiers coming down.
- On the way down, ski within your own ability level. Skiing fast is fun, going to the ER is not.
- Be respectful and courteous of other skiers. Remember that you are out there representing both yourself and Full Cycle, so be polite when interacting with other skiers.
- Have fun! We all ski for the love of the sport, so don’t forget to bring the stoke.
- See the Eldora website for more information.
Essential Gear:
- Eldora uphill armband, worn in a visible location
- Skis mounted with alpine touring (AT) bindings. Brakes or leashes are required to uphill ski at Eldora
- Climbing skins cut to your skis
- Ski boots with an uphill walk mode
- Ski poles
- Helmet and sunglasses/goggles
- Extra layers for the downhill
- Water and snacks
- A backpack to carry it all
- Friday Flagstaff!Full Cycle Bikes & Colorado Multisport, Boulder, CO
All group ride info can be found here.
This is a casual ride for all folks where people can climb at their own pace. We alternate between the main road and Chapman every week. Regroup at the amphitheater and head back to the shop for coffee and pastries afterwards to kick off the weekend early. Expect a 90 minute ride.
