Southern Colorado Velo upcoming events

May Hanover Fire Dept Breakfast Road Ride (May 10, 2026)

Sun, 10 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Fireman's Breakfast Ride - Weather Dependent

Main Loop Details (40 miles)

START: arrive at 7:45am, latest arrival time 8:00am with a latest roll-out at 8:05am
LOCATION: Fountain Library Parking Lot
ROUTE: Strava Route - HFD Breakfast Loop - 40 miles with 1,500 feet climb
FOCUS: Group will ride together out of town and try to stay together as much as possible. Some rolling hill make this tricky on the first leg. 16+ mph overall average but some sections might dabble into 18-20 mph. Faster riders can ride ahead to the regroup or double back to add miles. Rear lights required.
REGROUP: Regroups will occur at each change of direction - northeast corner, southeast corner (this stop is for breakfast at the Hanover Fire Station) and southwest corner
SAFETY: Traffic is very light and for the most part the road is in good condition.

FOCUS, SAFETY & REGROUP: The down and back parts of this ride will be a faster pace than the loop and on busier roads than the main route. Riders need to be prepared for a much bigger day both physically with training and preparation with hydration/food/mechanical fixes.

Hydration & Fuel

In the event that the fire department is not doing breakfast (we do not actually check if the event is on before the ride), make sure to be prepared with enough food and water just in case. But the only time they've been closed to my knowledge is during Covid. At the half way point for both routes we stop at the Hanover Fire Station to eat. It's a cash or credit breakfast with many breakfast items made to order. Would estimate around 5 dollars would set you up plus it's nice to drop a good tip since it's a fundraiser. Typically the group will finish before noon back at the library. - Happy Riding

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (May 13, 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.

Palmer Park Intermediate MTB Ride (May 13, 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

When: 6:00 pm for 2 hours (rolling at 6:00pm)

Where: Palmer Park (3650 Maizeland Rd.)

How: No-drop ride. Palmer is a great place to MTB and work on skills with all level trails. We will get some miles in on some easier trails and work on some skills. This will vary depending on the riders that sign up. Please join and come work on your MTB skills! #@#_WA_-_CURSOR_-_POINT_#@# Route: The route will be TBD on arrival depending on who attends and their skill level.

This ride is open to SOCO Velo members only and prospective members (FIRST RIDE ONLY WITH WAIVER). We do offer a free 30 day trial membership if you know someone who would like to ride, but is not yet a member.

SocoVelo and COS Racing Thursday Night Ride (May 14, 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Please join us next week for a collaborative ride with COS Racing. Please see below for the description and starting point of the ride. All abilities welcome.

Join us next week at 5:30pm for a relaxed, good‑vibes social ride through the trails of Red Rock Open Space and the surrounding roads and bike paths of Old Colorado City. This is one of our favorite weeknight meetups—scenic, fun, and perfect for shaking off the day on two wheels.

We’ll roll at a social pace with multiple regroup points, making this ride welcoming for cyclists of all ages and abilities. Whether you're brand‑new to the trails or a seasoned rider looking for a friendly spin, you’ll find a great crew to share the miles with.

We’ll gather at Fossil Craft Beer Company:
2845 Ore Mill Rd #1, Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Route

https://www.strava.com/routes/3471125297864800550

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (May 20, 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.

Ride of Silence 2026 (May 20, 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM, the Ride of Silence will traverse and unite the globe as nothing before it. Cyclists will take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roadways, and to raise awareness that cyclists have a legal right to share the road with motorists.

The ride is free and open to all cyclists - road, mountain bike, gravel, trail, recumbent, etc. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Our Colorado Springs ride will begin and end at the Colorado Springs City Hall. All riders must wear helmets and have a working taillight during the ride, and sign a waiver before the ride. We are also looking for a few volunteers for the day of the event.

Location: The ride will begin and end at Colorado Springs City Hall. The schedule of events is:
6:00 pm – Riders begin to arrive and sign waivers.
6:45 pm – Welcoming remarks and the Ride of Silence poem is read.
7:00 pm – Riders depart.
8:00 pm – Riders begin to arrive back at City Hall.
8:30 pm - All riders have returned to City Hall

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45419686

The ride is 8.5 miles long. We will ride at a speed of 8-10 mph. The max speed is 12 mph, and we will try to keep all the riders together so the lead riders will slow down at the front to avoid stringing out the line.

While the Ride of Silence is free to participate, there are expenses to putting on the event. We invite you to share in the costs via this link:
https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=QG2DDK5TH6U9W

Over-the-Hump Day Ride (SW21) (May 21, 2026)

Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

OVER THE HUMP RIDE

When: 6:00 pm ( please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in and safety briefing)

Where: Criterium Bicycles

How: No-Drop ride with occasional effort with full regroup. Front and rear lights required.

ROUTE: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39092234

Details: Join us for a group ride, we aim to return before dark!

Criterium has restrooms and drinking fountains that you can use before the ride. The Criterium mechanics are also there for last minute emergencies with your bike.

This ride is open to members and first time guests (with signed waiver). SOCO Velo has a 30-day trial membership if you would like check out our club and ride with us!

Safe Group Riding
Our group practices safe riding by communicating with each other along the ride and following the rules of the road. SOCO Velo has a no tolerance policy for discrimination or unfriendly behavior.

Questions?: info@socovelo.com

Monument to Woodland Park Gravel Ride (May 23, 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Route

https://strava.app.link/pfZYIpCoy2b

Parking:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/jj14b7mPXJ4NM9nDA

Avg Speed Requirement: 9.5 mph is a good total ride avg speed which includes two challenging/large climbs. Flats of course will be faster around 13 mph.

Gravel/Mountain Bike required.

Food Stop Midway at Joannes Deli in Woodland Park

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (May 27, 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.

Mountain Bike Ride at Cheyenne Canyon (June 06, 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Pipeline MTB Ride

Parking: Stratton Open Space East Trailhead

Location of Parking Lot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4sce3SV3uySzSiPd6?g_st=ac

Route: https://strava.app.link/5LwlJUySy2b

This ride is not for beginner mountain bikers. Riders must be prepared for long climb up Gold Camp road & technical descents (Pipeline, Kineo, Captain Jacks, Chutes). The route includes black diamond rated trails. Proper food and water is required for long day in saddle.

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (June 10, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.

June Hanover Fire Dept Breakfast Road Ride (June 14, 2026)

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Fireman's Breakfast Ride - Weather Dependent

Main Loop Details (40 miles)

Hydration & Fuel

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (June 17, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (June 24, 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (July 08, 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.

Green Box Art Festival Ride (July 11, 2026)

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Green Box Beyond Bike Tour

When: Saturday, July 11 @ 8am

Registration through the link below opens June 1st

Where: Wines of Colorado, 8045 US-24, Cascade, CO 80809
How: No-drop ride with occasional effort with full regroup

We will be riding on quieter paved roads through Cascade and Green Mountain Falls before taking a gravel rod up to Joanie's Deli in Woodland Park.

This is a collaboration with Green Box Art Festival.

Important! Please also register with Green Box Arts on their website SOCOFREE to register for free: https://greenboxarts.org/events/green-box-beyond-bike-tour/

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44433610

July Hanover Fire Dept Breakfast Road Ride (July 12, 2026)

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Fireman's Breakfast Ride - Weather Dependent

Main Loop Details (40 miles)

Hydration & Fuel

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (July 15, 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.

Glenwood-Carbondale-Aspen (July 17, 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Ride lead: Jon Rose
Proposed dates: centered on weekends of July 18-19 or July 25-26
3-5 days of riding around Glenwood Springs, Carbondale and Aspen area

- Average 55mi/day with 2700ft of climb, no passes
- Core plan is 3 rides – Glenwood Canyon, Marble, Maroon Bells and Ashcroft
- Add-ons include Rudi Reservoir, Eagle County (with Glenwood Canyon)
- Altitude mostly 6000-8000 ft
- Lunch stops each day
I am considering 2 options for this event:

Cross-country (town-to-town). We would leave vehicles at the start point (Wolcott?) and ride to a different town each day. Having a support driver (or taking turns at this) would enable us to do the ride without carrying all our gear on the bike.

Home base in Carbondale area. We all drive there. Ride from home base or transport to the ride start each day.

Estimated lodging cost $300pp total for 3 nights in Air BnB or VRBO, higher (and less fun) if it’s hotel stays instead. Lodging plans will be adapted to people’s interest (number of nights).
Please be honest with yourself if you are or can be physically capable of doing this riding several days in a row.
Potential riders must qualify with at least 3 club rides before the end of May

If you are interested, please register and email me at jrosenco@msn.com. I will set up a group email to plan the trip. Ride limit target is 10 riders. We can start with more in the planning process as usually a few people will drop.

Let me know your preferences:

Which weekend(s) you are available, including availability on Friday and/or Monday
Number of days riding
Preference for cross-country or home base riding

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (July 22, 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.

Glenwood-Carbondale-Aspen alternate (July 24, 2026)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This is an alternate weekend for the ride, depending on people's preference. There will only be one ride. Please see the information for the ride starting July 17.

Garden of The Gods Early Morning Rides (July 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SoCoVelo early morning road ride through the Garden of The Gods and Flying Ranch.

Date: Wednesday mornings (May-July)

Start Time:

6:00am rollout

Parking

(Walgreens - Flying Ranch/Centennial):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cgHwEnEz5G3pFASe8

Route: 11.5 miles, 995' elevation gain

https://strava.app.link/PvszE8eyL2b

Ride could be cancelled due to weather or number of participants.