Ladies Rides Updates!

What a great season we’ve had so far! Thanks to all who have joined us in our clinics and rides over the past weeks. Those who haven’t dropped in yet, we encourage you to come on out! Our coached rides are open to any and all female-identifying riders whose level matches the ride, no prior Devo experience necessary. Pick a ride, bring a friend, learn something new, and have fun with us!

Below is the schedule for the remainder of the rides for the season (as of now). Please read the ride details carefully to ensure you choose rides that suit your level, style, and interest. 

**ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED**

Reach out to Amy (amy@durangodevo.com) or Aleks (aleks@durangodevo.com) with any questions!

COACHED LADIES RIDES

Beginner/intermediate: Wednesdays 9-11, beginning September 25

Intermediate/advanced: Fridays 9-11, beginning September 20

$30 per ride

  • 1:5 coach-to-rider ratio to ensure lots of individualized attention
  • Grouped by level for similar pace, skill, and interest
  • NO DROP philosophy – no rider left behind
  • Intro to new routes with opportunities to ask questions, see demos, and session features along the way
  • Seasoned experts to spot, coach, and advise
  • A great way to meet new riding companions & friends
  • Advance registration required, min 4 riders per session to run

Beginner-Intermediate Drop in Rides, Wednesdays, 9-11am

Oct. 9th

Location: Meet @ Horse Gulch trailhead. Ride Horse Gulch Road, Meadow, more.

Focus: Line choice, climbing skills

Level: Strong beginner to early intermediate. Includes some moderate-to-steep climbing.

Oct. 16th 

Location: Meet @ Leyden trailhead. Overend Mountain Park trailhead. 

Focus: Climbing and descending switchbacks, steeper cornering. 

Level: Strong beginner to intermediate. Includes some moderate-to-steep climbing.

Oct. 23rd 

Location: Meet @ Twin Buttes

Focus: Line choice, intro wheel lifts, climbing body position, proper braking on rocky terrain, downhill cornering.

Level: Early-to-mid Intermediate. Includes sustained moderate-to-steep climbing.

Intermediate-Advanced Drop in Rides, Fridays, 9-11am

Oct 11th 

Location: Meet @ Horse Gulch trailhead. Ride Mike’s to Rooster, Mesa Trails.

Focus: Technical features on steep climbs, technical descending. Intro to a cool semi-secret trail!

Level: High-intermediate to Advanced. Includes tight switchbacks, technical features, some exposure. 

Oct 18th

Location: Meet at First Fork trailhead to shuttle. Ride Missionary from FS gate to First Fork descent.

Focus: Steep, loose climbing and technical descending. Beautiful, high-country feel.

Level: Advanced. Includes steep, technical, rocky descending.

Note: Allow an extra hour for this ride due to shuttling and road construction (appx 9-noon)