Weekday Trail Outlook and Upcoming Events 11/08-11/13, 2022

Trail Outlook: Cold and Wet

• There will be no escaping the snow this week. Even down to the river snow is holding on north facing slopes so expect at best the most sun facing southerly slopes to have limited patches of drying. In other words, all trails are likely to have some amount of mud and snow throughout the week this week. With precipitation ongoing through Wednesday and temperatures at the end of the week staying low, drying will be patchy and slow in most places. This is probably a good week to get your bike in for that annual service before shops get busy or slather on a fresh coat of waterproofing on your winter boots and running shoes.

• Temporary Trail Closure: Tahoe Pyramid Trail between Floriston and Hirschdale is closed for repair work. There are no alternate routes other than driving the highway so plan for out and back trips if you want to use the adjacent portions of the trail. For more details and current trail warnings, check the official Tahoe Pyramid trail website linked here. (11/01 note: TPT has announced that this closure is “Until Further Notice” and they are hoping for reopening this section “sometime in November.”)

• 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.

This Week’s Events

• Tuesday, November 08:

• All Day

  • Trail Karma Opportunity: Go Vote! Seriously. Participate in the process in order to support the trails and outdoor infrastructure you love.

• 5:45 pm

  • Silver State Striders are running from Huffaker school through Bartley Ranch park. This is a very welcoming group for all skill levels. This run features options for both 5 and 7ish mile loops and headlamps and reflective clothing are a must. You may also consider traction aids with the recent snow. Check their Facebook Group Page for more details. You can also find their training schedule on their website at this link.

• 6:00 pm

  • Reno Devo junior mountain bike’s national team is holding an orientation at the Sparks Library. Devo is a mountain bike development team based here in Reno preparing middle and high school age athletes for local, regional, and national level race competition. They are a great program that builds very quick kids. This is an RSVP required event so more information and RSVP can be found on their website linked here.

• Wednesday, November 09:

  • 6:45 pm

    • (New Time) 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. Expect it to be cold and possibly wet so dress appropriately. 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, November 10:

  • 5:45 pm

    • Silver State Striders are running out and back from the Glen Hare Center (350 Hunter Lake Dr) west along Mayberry. This is a very welcoming group for all skill levels. This run can be whatever length you want and headlamps and reflective clothing are a must. You may also consider traction aids with the recent snow. Check their Facebook Group Page for more details. You can also find their training schedule on their website at this link.

• Saturday, November 12:

  • 8:00 am

    • Silver State Striders are not organizing an official long run this weekend but are encouraging members to self organize. Check their Facebook Group Page for member organized runs. You can also find their training schedule on their website at this link.

• Sunday, November 13:

  • 12:30 PM

    • Reno Devo junior mountain bike’s regional team is holding an orientation at the Washoe County Downtown Library. Devo is a mountain bike development team based here in Reno preparing middle and high school age athletes for local, regional, and national level race competition. They are a great program that builds very quick kids. This is an RSVP required event so more information and RSVP can be found on their website linked here.

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!

Most trails will hold some mud or snow this week. Higher elevations will hold more. November 7, 2022.