International Women’s MTB Day – 5/3


πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ Join Us for MCMBA’s First-Ever International Women’s Mountain Bike Day Celebration! (Road riders welcome too!)

πŸ“… Date: May 3rd
πŸ“ Meet at Spring Mill Pond, Island Lake Recreation Area https://maps.app.goo.gl/EWdvk2q15Qw7JmVdA
πŸŽ‰ This event is FREE and open to everyone!

Come celebrate the incredible women who ride and rock our community β€” whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just love a good cruise, this is your day! 🌟

What to Expect:

β˜• Coffee & snacks. (Donuts/bagels)– courtesy of Trek Walled Lake
πŸ›οΈ Pop-ups from women-owned businesses

  • Monkey Loob – (Lyndsay Stiles, Owner)
  • Cooper Street Snacks ( Michele Tinsy, Sales/Marketing Coordinator)
  • Clever Fox Cyclery ( Male Owned but big supporter with women events and women riders all over)
  • Wish A Mile ( Kedrin Gall, with women road riders representing)
  • Refine Your Mind ( Jen Krause Marcshall, Owner)


🚲 Group rides for both MTB & Road riders
πŸ“Έ Photos and post-ride hangs
πŸ› οΈ On-site mechanic for quick tune-ups
🎁 Fun swag giveaways β€” first come, first served! Every participant will get a bike charm, a bike bag to put swag in and some fun stickers to decorate their bag.
Velocity Wheels donated some fun swag!


πŸ•™ Schedule:

10:00 AM – Check-in, sign waivers, grab a snack, and meet awesome local women-owned businesses
10:45 AM – Group photo time! πŸ“Έ
11:00 AM – Group rides roll out (Led and swept by women – all paces welcome!)

πŸš΅β€β™€οΈ MTB Ride Options:

  • A Group: Blue + Yellow Trails (~15 miles)
  • B Group: Blue Trail (~9 miles)
  • C Group: Purple Trail (~3 miles, optional second lap = ~6 miles)

πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ Road Ride Options:

  • A Group: 2 laps of Island Lake + return (~20 miles)
  • B Group: 1 lap of Island Lake + return (~10 miles)

All rides are no-drop – no one gets left behind. Go longer if you’re feelin’ it!


🎊 After the Ride:
Chill at the pavilion, swap stories, make new ride buddies, and connect with local women-owned businesses.
Everyone’s welcome – yes, that includes guys who want to show their support!

πŸ’₯ Helmets required
πŸ˜„ Smiles encouraged
πŸ”₯ Good vibes guaranteed


Want to showcase your business or have questions?
Contact: Vikki Brown vikki0583@gmail.com

Let’s ride, connect, and celebrate together. See you there!


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