Group Rides and Events
Check this page often for updated listings of all types of cycling events in and around our area. Also, join our Facebook groups, Slipping Gears Cycling Community for last minute updates or changes to routes.
Always follow the direction of group ride leaders. Rides require, at minimum, an appropriate bike in good working order, water, nutrition, and a helmet. We suggest a spare tube, energy food, maybe a little cash in case we stop, and your biggest smile! Many rides are held subject to weather. It's a good idea to confirm dates, time and any specific requirements, too.
Check our Facebook feed to the right or call the shop for the latest group ride information. We'll see you out there — and have fun!
SGC Tuesday Tech Night
The off season is a great time of year to learn the tech that makes your bike work! Meet us at the shop on Tuesday at 5pm for an hour-long clinic. From changing a flat tire to understanding how your suspension works, bike fitting to proper nutrition, we rotate topics each week. Expect the first Tuesday of each month to be tire related! Join the Slipping Gears Cycling Community Group on Facebook for last minute updates and what to expect for the upcoming Tuesday Tech Night.
SGC Tuesday Evening Mountain Ride
*This ride will resume Spring, 2023* Mountain bike ride. Spring, summer and fall, weather dependent. A and B groups. A group is moderate pace on moderate to hard trails. B group is easy pace on easy to moderate trails. Beginners with mountain bikes welcome. 1 to1.5 hrs. Both rides are at Bangor City Forest, Kittredge Road entrance, meet at the end of the pavement at 5:30pm, wheels rolling at 6:00pm. Join the Slipping Gears Cycling Community Group on Facebook for last minute updates!
SGC Thursday Evening Road Ride
*This Ride will resume Spring, 2023* Road bike ride. Spring, summer and fall, weather dependent. 20-25 miles at a moderate pace. Road bike required. This is a moderate paced ride for riders comfortable riding in a group and will average 16-18mph with minimal stopping. Meet at the shop at 5:00pm. Wheels rolling by 5:30pm. Join the Slipping Gears Cycling Community Group on Facebook for last minute updates!
SGC Saturday Morning Road Ride
*This ride will resume Spring, 2023* Road bike ride. Spring, summer and fall, weather dependent. 20-25 miles, easy 14-16mph, social pace. Beginners with road bikes welcome. This ride has a dedicated ride leader and sweep rider. A second group may leave simultaneously with a faster pace. Ride leaves from the shop at 8am and plans on returning around 10am. Join the Slipping Gears Cycling Community Group on Facebook for last minute updates!