What we’re about
Get out and ride! This is a group for anyone in Arvada, CO or nearby areas to meet up for bike rides around the area. Arvada is a great place to ride, with tons of trails, parks, bike lanes, and great weather. Riding is a great way to explore new areas of the city or get to know your own neighborhood. We have experienced riders to lead rides for all ability levels, including recreational rides (12-16 miles at an exercise pace) as well as shorter and slower kid-friendly rides (3-5 miles at a conversational pace).
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- BFA 19 Over the Reservoir RideWest Woods Elementary School, Arvada, CO
BFA 19 Over the Reservoir Ride 09-27-25
For all you hill climbers or e-bike riders. We’ll ride from West Wood ES, 16650 W 72nd Ave at 9am and over the reservoir and down the other side, catch Fairmont Trail and head toward Golden before returning north back to West Woods Elementary School. Bring your mountain or cross bike.Route Map
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All riders are required to wear a helmet, follow bike safety and traffic laws, and sign a waiver. Our ride leaders will give a briefing 5 minutes before the ride begins and outline the route and other specifics for the day. So try to arrive at least 20 minutes before the ride begins to give yourself enough time to get ready.
What to bring:
• Your bike (in good working condition)
• Water, preferably a water bottle or camelback
• Your helmet
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses (recommended to keep bugs and sunlight out of your eyes)
• Weather appropriate clothing
• A great attitude and sense of adventureIf you have any questions about our rides, please contact Bill Orchard at billorchard@juno.com or 303-929-5788.
Bicycle Friendly Arvada (BFA) is proud to lead fun, organized bike rides all around the city from May into October each year. These rides are geared for cyclists of all levels with a focus on children, families and casual/recreational riders.
In 2025 we will be offering two different ride types for different types of riders:
• Two Family Rides of approximately 4-7 miles traveling mostly on trails
• 22 Rec Ride of approximately 10-25 miles on a mix of trails and on street bike facilities
• We will also have a bike corral at several Arvada Festivals.
Signup on Meetup is encouraged but not a requirement. Come as you are and bring a guest or friend.
Our 2025 ride schedule can be found HERE.
Ride Schedule in Google Calendar **HERE **Includes a link to add to your Google Calendar - BFA 20 Pizza RideVan Bibber Creek Trail - East Trailhead, Arvada, CO
BFA 20 Pizza Ride 10-04-25
This is becoming a popular Rec ride. They will leave from Van Bibber Park at 10am and go to places in the unique western suburbs. The ride will be followed by pizza and soft drinks delivered to the park at the end of the ride. The tab is on us.Route Map
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All riders are required to wear a helmet, follow bike safety and traffic laws, and sign a waiver. Our ride leaders will give a briefing 5 minutes before the ride begins and outline the route and other specifics for the day. So try to arrive at least 20 minutes before the ride begins to give yourself enough time to get ready.
What to bring:
• Your bike (in good working condition)
• Water, preferably a water bottle or camelback
• Your helmet
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses (recommended to keep bugs and sunlight out of your eyes)
• Weather appropriate clothing
• A great attitude and sense of adventureIf you have any questions about our rides, please contact Bill Orchard at billorchard@juno.com or 303-929-5788.
Bicycle Friendly Arvada (BFA) is proud to lead fun, organized bike rides all around the city from May into October each year. These rides are geared for cyclists of all levels with a focus on children, families and casual/recreational riders.
In 2025 we will be offering two different ride types for different types of riders:
• Two Family Rides of approximately 4-7 miles traveling mostly on trails
• 22 Rec Ride of approximately 10-25 miles on a mix of trails and on street bike facilities
• We will also have a bike corral at several Arvada Festivals.
Signup on Meetup is encouraged but not a requirement. Come as you are and bring a guest or friend.
Our 2025 ride schedule can be found HERE.
Ride Schedule in Google Calendar **HERE **Includes a link to add to your Google Calendar - BFA 21 Candelas RideKing Soopers Marketplace, Arvada, CO
BFA 21 Candelas Ride 10-11-25
A ride this year, out in the Candelas area. Start at the King Soopers and ride the length of Candelas and then return for a ten or so mile ride. See new trails, new houses, new parks, new shops, new people, new hills and great views.Route Map
GPS Route
All riders are required to wear a helmet, follow bike safety and traffic laws, and sign a waiver. Our ride leaders will give a briefing 5 minutes before the ride begins and outline the route and other specifics for the day. So try to arrive at least 20 minutes before the ride begins to give yourself enough time to get ready.
What to bring:
• Your bike (in good working condition)
• Water, preferably a water bottle or camelback
• Your helmet
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses (recommended to keep bugs and sunlight out of your eyes)
• Weather appropriate clothing
• A great attitude and sense of adventureIf you have any questions about our rides, please contact Bill Orchard at billorchard@juno.com or 303-929-5788.
Bicycle Friendly Arvada (BFA) is proud to lead fun, organized bike rides all around the city from May into October each year. These rides are geared for cyclists of all levels with a focus on children, families and casual/recreational riders.
In 2025 we will be offering two different ride types for different types of riders:
• Two Family Rides of approximately 4-7 miles traveling mostly on trails
• 22 Rec Ride of approximately 10-25 miles on a mix of trails and on street bike facilities
• We will also have a bike corral at several Arvada Festivals.
Signup on Meetup is encouraged but not a requirement. Come as you are and bring a guest or friend.
Our 2025 ride schedule can be found HERE.
Ride Schedule in Google Calendar **HERE **Includes a link to add to your Google Calendar - BFA 22 Tri Creek Loop RideGold Strike Park, Arvada, CO
BFA 22 Tri Creek Loop 10-18-25
This is another loop on some of Clear Creek Trail, most of Little Dry Creek Trail and a lot of Ralston Creek Trail. The ride leaves from Gold Strike Park at 9am and goes east, northwest, south and east again.. There is a gradual elevation gain in the first two thirds of the ride and then downhill back to the beginning. 18.5 milesRoute Map
GPS Route
All riders are required to wear a helmet, follow bike safety and traffic laws, and sign a waiver. Our ride leaders will give a briefing 5 minutes before the ride begins and outline the route and other specifics for the day. So try to arrive at least 20 minutes before the ride begins to give yourself enough time to get ready.
What to bring:
• Your bike (in good working condition)
• Water, preferably a water bottle or camelback
• Your helmet
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses (recommended to keep bugs and sunlight out of your eyes)
• Weather appropriate clothing
• A great attitude and sense of adventureIf you have any questions about our rides, please contact Bill Orchard at billorchard@juno.com or 303-929-5788.
Bicycle Friendly Arvada (BFA) is proud to lead fun, organized bike rides all around the city from May into October each year. These rides are geared for cyclists of all levels with a focus on children, families and casual/recreational riders.
In 2025 we will be offering two different ride types for different types of riders:
• Two Family Rides of approximately 4-7 miles traveling mostly on trails
• 22 Rec Ride of approximately 10-25 miles on a mix of trails and on street bike facilities
• We will also have a bike corral at several Arvada Festivals.
Signup on Meetup is encouraged but not a requirement. Come as you are and bring a guest or friend.
Our 2025 ride schedule can be found HERE.
Ride Schedule in Google Calendar **HERE **Includes a link to add to your Google Calendar
