Thursday is group ride night. Danny Kelly, the man, the myth, the legend has almost 30 years of biking, competitions, and leading group rides. From novice mountain bikes to experts on two wheels, the group rides have something for every mountain biker!
Bikes must be in working condition, and ready to ride on mountain bike trails. If you are unsure have your bike checked out by one of the awesome local bike shops in town! Each rider must have a helmet, water, storage and extra tubes for their bike. The location of the rides will be updated on this page and unless we have bad weather you can count on the ride taking place. Locations and meeting points vary so check in regularly to find out where and when. Wanna ride?
THURSDAY NIGHT GROUP RIDES
Attention Riders! We love dogs, however because of the size of our group, please leave you four legged loved ones at home for the Thursday group ride.
GROUP RIDE
When: 08/27/2025
Where: Lower City Creek, Pocatello
HEY ALL YOU BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!
We return to the windy and (hopefully) moist trails of Pocatello this week.
Our most likely heading for this weeks two wheeled adventure is starting up the bridges of Lower City Creek. For those unaware, this trail is a solid grunt of a climb with bits of tech. The biggest challenge being one's ability to climb straight up with only a couple energy saving switchback near the middle of the trail. With the recent rain, keep an eye out for wet roots and bridges, mud, overflowing water near the creek. After finishing the Lower City Creek trail, we will most likely continue upwards to finish off the bridges. From here we will most likely take on Mushroom. Be aware of the mud and water run off that tends to build up right next to the road. Mushroom itself is a pretty solid trail with a good mix of technical challenges. Not inherently difficult but with plenty of gotchas, especially with the moisture the last couple days. Be aware of some side hilling, short and steep climbs/downhills, handlebar grabbing branches, roots, and some loose baby head sized rocks. From here we will most likely move onto the bench via Cross-Cut or Sullivans. Both of these are pretty solid and sun exposed cross country trails that offer subtley different ways back to the parking lot. Cross-Cut gives a nice sweeping back down to the parking lot while Sullivans takes you to the other side of the bench and offers some more straight/fast trails in addition to Death Valley which has some decent tech in a small canyon.
Reminders:
Final say on trails are up to the attending officers. If you don't know where you are going, WAIT FOR AN OFFICER, and follow their direction. We are at the beginning of the season, so be safe, stay hydrated, and stay within your abilities!
Possible Trails:
Lower City Creek
Keep an eye out for SRMBC Signs and always be bear aware!
Meeting Point: Lower City Creek Parking Lot
Ready to Ride: 6:45pm
Drive to Pocatello to exit 69,Clark St west, left on 4th St, right on Benton St, left on Grant Ave. Just after the church, turn right and park at the lower City Creek trailhead.
Shuttle Meeting Point:
Meet Before:
Special Notes for Ride
This is a dirt ride! Bring all gear and be prepared for hills and loose terrain. Bring a light in case you come out in the dark. Be prepared to get wet as some of this loop may have some mud. We are riding in the areas of wildlife so prepare as necessary. We will generally have two loops that you can choose from; one being more challenging than the other. If you can go you won't be disappointed. Also, when parking, keep in mind other vehicles. If you are first to arrive pull all the way in to leave room behind. Riders under the age of 16 will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult. Thanks!!
Gear Up
Always wear a helmet and any other appropriate safety equipment for the riding conditions.
Never Ride Beyond Your Abilities
There is no shame in
walking sections of the trail you don't feel confident enough to ride,
and don't let anybody tell you otherwise.
Use Appropriate Equipment for the Terrain
Some bikes
are better for different situations. Just because you can see tire
tracks, doesn't mean you can ride it with your bike.
Keep Your Speed In Check
Always keep your speed at a level that will allow you to adjust to any unforeseen obstacles or changes in trail conditions.
Know The Trail
Never push the limits on a trail you are
not familiar with. You need to get to know the trail you are riding at
slower speeds before you can ride it like the trails you're used to.
Slow Down for Blind Corners
You never know what or who is around a corner when you can't see past it.
Stop and Look
Stop and look at sections of the trail that look like they may pose a challenge before you ride them.
Plan on the Crash
Always look at the consequences of
crashing in a particular section or on a particular stunt before trying
to ride through it. Sometimes a section can look easy to ride but can
have deadly consequences to a crash.
Start Small, Go Big
Work your way up to obstacles and
stunts. Find ways to practice moves in less difficult and dangerous
situations or at lower speeds before committing yourself to something
more dangerous.
Play It Smart
If you think what you are doing is not
the smartest, you are probably right. Think about what you are doing and
trust your instincts.
Be Wildlife Aware
We ride in the wilderness with all that call it home. Be on the lookout for any that could do you harm and carry your bear spray.