Bike Streets Slow Roll Highlands
Ultra-chill 10-mile neighborhood cruise through West Highlands Denver at 6-8 mph. The slowest, most relaxed group ride you'll find in the city.
The vibe
Chill neighborhood cruise
Bike Streets Slow Roll Highlands redefines what “taking it easy” means on a group ride. Covering about 10 miles through Denver’s West Highlands neighborhood at a pace of 6-8 mph, this ride is deliberately, gloriously slow. The whole point is to cruise through the neighborhood, enjoy the houses and street art, chat with fellow riders, and remember that bikes are a perfectly valid form of transportation — not just a fitness tool.
The Bike Streets organization designs routes along low-stress, bike-friendly streets, so you won’t be jockeying for space with traffic or navigating sketchy intersections. The Highlands neighborhood is one of Denver’s most charming areas, full of interesting architecture, great restaurants, and tree-lined streets that feel like they were built for exactly this kind of riding. At 6-8 mph, you’ll actually notice all of it.
This ride is perfect for absolute beginners, families, people recovering from injuries, or experienced cyclists who want to dial it way back and just enjoy the simple pleasure of riding a bike. Check the Bike Streets channels for upcoming dates since the schedule is periodic rather than weekly. No special gear needed — if you can ride a bike at walking-plus speed, you’re qualified.