Weekday Trail Outlook and Upcoming Events 8/22-8/28, 2022
Trail Outlook: Bluebird Beautiful
Looks like the monsoonal moisture may have moved on at least temporarily and this week looks just gorgeous for being outside. Some evening wind most weeknights but nothing more than aggressive kite flying levels. Otherwise temps are hot but not scorching and overnights will cool nicely making for prime dry trail conditions all week.
Trail Damage Warning: Whites Creek had some serious flooding in the early August round of downpours. Major trail damage along much of the lower section of trail as well as some of the upper section. The local trail managers are all aware of the damage and would appreciate users seeking alternate routes until they are able to get repairs done. Due to the extensive nature of the current damage, that may not be this year. If you are planning on doing the Dry Pond loop, be careful or consider an out and back on the Thomas Creek side.
Trail Karma Opportunity:
Reno Bike Project is looking for volunteers to help staff their Burning Man Bike shop every day between this past Thursday (August 18) and Monday the 29th. This is a relatively easy volunteer opportunity helping get burners on bikes and out the door. For more information and to sign up, check out their webpage linked here.
Nevada Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) is looking for volunteer help for many different roles during the first youth race of the season at North Tahoe High School Saturday (August 27) and Sunday (August 28). For details on the race, the event flyer is linked here, and the volunteer signup page with all the roles and times is linked here.
This Week’s Events
Tuesday, August 23:
5:30 pm
Tuesday Night Ride Group (TNRG) are riding at Sky Tavern from the main parking area. If you are new to TNRG rides, there is no mass start so bring a friend or introduce yourself to who ever is around when you set off. Ride as long as you like. Most TNRG rides will have an after ride social at the start point so if you want to join in, pay attention to the flow of riders heading back. Check their Facebook Group Page for the most current updates.
(Off week: Next Race August 30) Reno Wheelmen are holding the Aircenter Criterium as the final race of the summer twilight series. This is a wheel to wheel multi-lap circuit race on the road running the east side of the Reno airport. They are taking onsite registration or you can signup online as well as get more details through their event site linked here. This will also be the awards ceremony for the summer twilight series so come out and congratulate all the athletes on a solid performance this spring and summer.
5:45 pm
Silver State Striders are not organizing an official Tuesday run but encouraging their members to coordinate between themselves. Check their Facebook Group Page for any unofficial group runs.
Wednesday, August 24:
5:00 pm
Reno Wheelmen’s weekly Verdi road ride starts and end at the Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation building (50 Cowan Drive, 89509) in Idlewild Park between the train ride and the softball fields. Follow their facebook page for the most up to date information. There is a one time waiver to be signed so give yourself enough time before the 5pm roll out to set up and sign in. This is an out and back with social pace on the out and choose your own adventure pace on the way back. Lights, including rear red, and reflective attire suggested as well as be prepared to service your own flats should that happen.
7:45 pm
Bike Night Reno will be rolling out a huge group of riders of all kinds from the Space Whale in Downtown. As their name suggests, this is a night ride so lights are required. Whether it’s a simple headlamp and taillight or full on burner bike light-splosion is entirely up to you. This is a mostly flat road ride friendly to all wheeled contraptions at an extremely social pace. For more information, follow @bikenightreno on instagram.
Thursday, August 25:
6:00 am
The IsPeavineDry.com Peavine easy ride will roll out from the Keystone East trailhead. This mountain bike ride goes for between 60 to 90 minutes and is always easy effort. If you have never ridden Keystone Canyon before, please let me know when you arrive. See you bright and early!
5:45 pm
Silver State Striders are not organizing an official Thursday run but encouraging their members to coordinate between themselves. Check their Facebook Group Page for any unofficial group runs.
Friday, August 26:
7:30 am
Radical Adventure Riders (RAR) Reno and Northern Nevada Bikepacking are teaming up to bring you Coffee Outside. This week’s morning cup of micro-adventure on bikes will be at Virginia Lake Park on the south end of the lake. More information about joining can be found by following @coffeeoutsidereno on Instagram.
Saturday, August 27:
8:00 am
Silver State Striders are not organizing an official long run but encouraging their members to coordinate between themselves. Check their Facebook Group Page for any unofficial group runs.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Northern Nevada Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) are holding the first race of the year for middle and high school age mountain bike riders at North Tahoe High School on the north side of Tahoe City. These riders are racing for their schools (where they have a school recognized team) or for regional composite teams. This is a great organization and opportunity for kids to stay active. More information and opportunities to volunteer can be found on their event flyer linked here. Saturday itinerary includes course setup and pre-riding.
Sunday, August 28:
8:30 am
The Dames of Dirt are riding mountain bikes near Truckee and then hosting brunch. The Dames are a very welcoming group of mountain biking ladies who always host a fun ride. They are requesting RSVPs so for more information and to let them know you’re coming, follow @damesofdirt on instagram.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Northern Nevada Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) are holding the first race of the year for middle and high school age mountain bike riders at North Tahoe High School on the north side of Tahoe City. These riders are racing for their schools (where they have a school recognized team) or for regional composite teams. This is a great organization and opportunity for kids to stay active. More information and opportunities to volunteer can be found on their event flyer linked here. Sunday itinerary includes all races, awards, and course tear down.
That’s what’s on my radar at the moment. If you know of something I missed or is coming soon, send me an email and it might get listed. See you outside!
Clear and dry conditions across the mountain.