Wheat Ridge Cruiser Rides

Wheat Ridge Cruiser Rides takes the pub crawl and puts it on two wheels, rolling through Wheat Ridge every Thursday evening from June through August. The format is simple and brilliant — ride as a group from one local bar or brewery to the next, enjoy a drink at each stop, and repeat until the evening wraps up. It’s a tour of Wheat Ridge’s watering holes with built-in exercise and a social atmosphere that makes it easy to meet new people.

The pace between stops is cruiser-speed, so any bike works and no fitness level is required beyond the ability to pedal and hold a conversation. The crowd is a good mix of locals, cycling enthusiasts, and people who just heard about it and decided to show up. Each stop usually lasts long enough to order a drink and chat before the group rolls to the next spot.

First-timers should plan their hydration strategy wisely — that’s a polite way of saying pace yourself on the drinks. Bring lights for the ride home and consider designating a sober riding buddy or planning your post-ride transportation. The ride is free to join, but you’ll want cash or a card for the pub stops. It’s one of the best ways to spend a summer Thursday evening on the west side of the metro.