Southern Oregon Mountain Bike Association

SOMBA Ride Schedule
If you’re going to attend a group ride, make sure your bike is in good working order, you have a helmet and appropriate clothing for the weather, and a way to bring water and food with you. Even if you don’t know how to use them, just having the appropriate tools to fix your bike ensures your good karma in the group. Most importantly, come prepared to challenge yourself a little and have a great time.

May 15-16, 2010: Spring Thaw Mountain Bike Festival: Winter will soon be over and Oregon's largest mountain bike event is ready to thrill and challenge racers of all ability levels. Come to Ashland for an exhilarating two days of racing and fun in the spring weather of Southern Oregon. The Spring Thaw has something for everyone. It is a great first race or a way to challenge yourself early in the season.

The weekend is perfect for beginners, pro racers, and spectators, and offers a cross country and Shimano Kid's Race on Saturday and a Downhill on Sunday. So, come out and race or cheer on all the riders! Click here for more info and to sign up!
Contact: Amy Warner, springthaw@somba.org.

May 21, 2010: SOMBA Quarterly Meeting: We'll be meeting at The Grotto in Talent on Wednesday, April 21st. at 7:30.
Contact: Thom Kneeland, thomkneeland@yahoo.com.

Ongoing Weekly Rides

Tuesday Women's Rides
Grants Pass
From April through October, Bike Kraft hosts a weekly women's mountain bike ride that meets and leaves from their shop at 6:00 p.m. The rides last about two hours on average and accommodates many skill levels. Bike Kraft is located at 785 Rogue River Hwy. Contact: Richard Amneus, (541) 476-4935, bikekraft@yahoo.com.

Wednesday Rides
John's Peak, Jacksonville
Sponsored by Cycle Analysis, these rides are for all ages and abilities and are group oriented. They begin at 6:30 pm from Cycle Analysis in Jacksonville and include the John's Peak trail system. Every ride ends with free refreshments supplied by Cycle Analysis. Helmets are required and lights are recommended until the days get longer. Contact: Jana Jenson, (541) 899-9190, cyclea@internetcds.com.

Wednesday Rides
Grants Pass
Bike Kraft hosts a weekly mountain bike ride that meets and leaves from their shop at 6:00 p.m. The rides last about two hours on average and accommodates many skill levels. Bike Kraft is located at 785 Rogue River Hwy. Contact: Richard Amneus, (541) 476-4935, bikekraft@yahoo.com.

Wednesday Rides
Klamath Falls
Bicycle Jones' group ride starts from their store at 808 Klamath Ave. at 6:00 p.m. This ride is a one to two hour fun ride attended by all levels of riders. Beginners are encouraged to come on out. Contact: Stan, (541) 850-2453.

Thursday Rides
Ashland
Cycle Sport's crew meets at the Plaza at 6:30 p.m. Wide abilities of riders welcome, but be able to climb for a few miles to get to the trails. The group will wait at intersections and there are often many outs for people that are time pressed or gravity challenged. Singletrack descents are of intermediate ability. Contact: Thom Kneeland, (541) 476-4935, unoveloce@hotmail.com.

Thursday Rides
Grants Pass
Don's Bike Center has a ride meeting every Thursday at their shop at 5:30 p.m. Rides last approximately two hours and is tailored to intermediate to advanced riders. Don's is at 211 SW G St. Contact: Don or Shawn, (541) 471-3494.

Saturday Rides
Grants Pass
The guys from Don's Bike Center meets up at the Cathedral hills trail head on Espy Road at 7:30 AM for two hours of riding before they have to open up. Contact: Don or Shawn, (541) 471-3494.