Saturday, May 18th:

9:30 AM FUN-H2-21-NW MAJESTIC 17 PARKS NEW BREWPUB RIDE Meet Jeff Krinsky (720-373-9107) at the Majestic view Park North parking lot (north on Wadsworth to W 72nd Ave, west on 72nd, just west of Carr on the south side. THIS IS NOT THE ENTRANCE at GARRISON ST. or 71st ST!) The ride will visit 17 parks by going west on Ridge Road and van Bibber Creek Trail, north on the new Blunn Trail and then returning on the Ralston Creek Trail where we will stop for a break at the new COLORADO TAP HOUSE which resides on the trail!  Maybe we can get a group shot on the huge COLORADO CHAIR out front! 

Sunday, May 19th:

9:00 AM FUN PLUS-H2-23-NW Meet Jeff Krinsky (720-373-9107) for THE HIDDEN GEMS OF ARVADA. We have all experienced the traditional Arvada classic trails of Ralston Creek, Clear Creek, and Van Bibber. Check out this new route instead that explores Lake Arbor, the Pomona Lakes, the Arvada Fire Fighter’s Park, the backside of baseball, and other forgotten areas and is guaranteed to be an adventure! Meet at the SE corner of HWY 36 and 104th at the back side of the now closed Black Bear Diner, formally Quaker State and Lube Restaurant (10392 Reed St., Westminster, CO) by a hidden entrance to a hidden trail where the adventure will begin (and end).

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UPCOMING OOT TOURS

Let’s DO DURANGO!

Important Notice:   Don’t miss out on this exciting bike tour.  Send your registration forms and deposit ASAP - Deadline is April 24 ! !

Kathy and Joe Stommel are excited to announce an Out of Town Tour returning to Durango June 2-7, 2024.  This OOTT will include four riding days with two routes starting at the hotel and two routes we will drive to - plus a free day!  Tour rating is Fun Plus.   Destinations include the historic Bakers Bridge, Vallecito Reservoir and Canyons of the Ancients Museum & Visitors Center near Dolores, CO.   One evening we will enjoy a chuckwagon dinner and cowboy show. 

Hotel amenities include suites with two queen or one king bed; in-room refrigerators, microwave & coffee/tea maker; complimentary hot breakfast; indoor swimming pool; hot tub; fitness center; free WiFi and parking; bike storage in room.

Participants must be comfortable riding on roads with little or no shoulder, although with only light traffic most of the time.  Also you must be prepared to handle any bike maintenance issues such as repairing flat tires.  Maximum number of participants is 18 with a minimum of 14 to make this tour go.  Class 1 E-bikes are welcome.

Tour price per person for double occupancy is $800 plus a required $50 DBTC fee for a total of $850.  This price includes 5-nights lodging, chuckwagon dinner & show, one box lunch, happy hour snacks, pre and post-tour meetings.  If interested please download the Registration/Medical form and Liability Waiver from the DBTC website, under Out of Town Tours tab, Items #1 and #2.  Mail these completed forms along with a $500 deposit check payable to Kathy Stommel and a separate $50 check payable to DBTC.  Address for mailing is Kathy Stommel, 9631 Autumnwood Pl, Highlands Ranch, CO  80129.  The final $300 payment will be due no later than May 1, 2024

Keep in mind that payments for any Out of Town Tour are non-refundable but may be transferable if a suitable replacement can be secured.  Direct any questions to Kathy Stommel at 719/671-5579 or cyclekats@gmail.com.

DBTC MISSION STATEMENT:

The Denver Bicycle Touring Club (DBTC), a non-profit corporation run by volunteers, is the original bicycling club of the Denver Metro area.

The Mission Statement of the Denver Bicycle Touring Club is to:

Provide fun, organized group rides and social events!

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DBTC COVID-19 Ride Policy Update

COVID-19 is a very contagious disease that can cause severe illness and death. Older adults and people with underlying medical conditions are at higher risk. In order to provide safe and enjoyable riding, DBTC encourages all riders to continue following CDC guidelines: wear a mask; wash hands frequently; bring and use hand sanitizer on rides; leave plenty of space between each bicycle when riding; avoid large gatherings and physical contact with others; and avoid sharing water, food, and personal items. At your earliest convenience and allowable time, please get vaccinated.

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DBTC Ride With GPS (RWGPS) Club Account

As a DBTC Active member, take advantage of this benefit that provides you with tools for creating, storing, managing and using bike routes.  DBTC's group of Route Managers continues to build a RWGPS database of bike routes as they become available.  Your participation using this benefit is strictly voluntary.  Click on the "Ride With GPS" homepage menu item and learn how to set up and use this benefit!

Find more information on RWGPS at the following two web pages:
 o  https://ridewithgps.com/
 o  https://ridewithgps.com/help/club-account/

DBTC is not currently producing or selling maps wholesale. Current members may request a 2019 DBTC map from Board member Marilyn Choske for a small donation. New members receive a free 2019 DBTC map in the mail after joining the Club.

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