Denver Bicycle Touring Club
Denver's oldest cycling club offering year-round rides across the metro area. A true institution for road cyclists of all levels since its founding decades ago.
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Denver cycling institution
The Denver Bicycle Touring Club is the granddaddy of Denver cycling organizations, holding the title of the city’s oldest cycling club. With a year-round ride calendar that covers everything from casual weekend spins to multi-day touring adventures, DBTC has been the gateway into organized cycling for generations of Denver riders. If there’s a road worth riding along the Front Range, chances are DBTC has had a group ride on it.
The club offers rides at multiple pace levels, making it genuinely welcoming to newer riders while still providing challenging options for the strong. Their ride calendar is extensive — during peak season you’ll find multiple rides per week at various distances and intensities, plus special events, out-of-town trips, and social gatherings. The touring heritage means there’s a strong emphasis on enjoying the ride and the company, not just hammering out miles.
Membership comes with access to the full ride calendar, club events, and a community of riders who collectively know every road, bike shop, and rest stop in the greater Denver area. For someone new to cycling or new to Denver, joining DBTC is one of the fastest ways to find riding partners, discover great routes, and plug into the cycling community. Check their website for membership details, the current ride schedule, and how to join your first ride.