Denver Outdoor Adventures Cycling
Denver's go-to social cycling crew with afterwork road rides Tuesdays, casual Thursday loops, and Sunday morning options. Ends at local bars and restaurants.
The vibe
Laughs, miles, cold beers after
This isn’t a training group and it’s not a race team. Denver Outdoor Adventures Cycling exists in the sweet spot between: intermediate riders who want real miles without the ego, ending somewhere with cold drinks and people to talk to. Tuesday evening road rides cover 25-30 miles at 15-18 mph. Thursday social rides knock it down to 16-17 mph — call it “party pace” — and are often themed or just a good excuse to explore a different part of the city.
Sunday morning rides offer more variety, including beginner-friendly options in the 13-17 mph range. All rides depart from local restaurants or bars, which means you’re already where you need to be when you finish. The group skews toward outdoor types who enjoy cycling as one of several things they do, which keeps the vibe relaxed even on longer routes.
Fair warning from the organizers themselves: not for complete beginners with limited cardio, and not for speedsters with egos. That clear middle lane is what makes this crew worth showing up to.