MTB Girls Ride Club
MTB Girls Ride Club is a women’s mountain biking community with guided rides and classes that build confidence, fitness, and skills.
Women’s Fitness Ride
July 5 | China Camp Clinic, San Rafael, CA
MTB Girls Ride Club Women’s Skills Clinic
Confidence • Skills • Flow • Community
Join the MTB Girls Ride Club for a supportive and confidence-building women’s mountain bike skills clinic at China Camp State Park on Sunday, July 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Whether you’re newer to mountain biking, preparing for races or simply wanting to ride with more confidence and control, this clinic is designed to help you progress in a fun, welcoming environment.
This clinic focuses on building real-world trail skills in a supportive women’s riding community where progression happens step-by-step, without pressure or intimidation.
What We’ll Work On
* Body position and bike balance
* Cornering and switchbacks
* Climbing and descending technique
* Braking control and traction
* Flow and carrying momentum
* Vision and trail awareness
* Confidence-building and mindset skills
* Riding with more calm, predictability, and control on trail
Riders will receive hands-on coaching, personalized feedback, and practical trail application designed to transfer directly into everyday riding.
What Makes China Camp Special
China Camp is one of the best places in Marin to build confidence on the bike. The trails offer smooth progression, flowing terrain, and excellent opportunities to practice skills in real trail conditions while maintaining a supportive learning environment.
Who This Clinic Is For
This clinic is ideal for:
* Beginner to intermediate women riders
* Women looking to improve confidence and trail control
* Riders wanting to feel more comfortable on switchbacks and technical terrain
* Women preparing for races, group rides, or bigger trail goals
* Anyone wanting a fun, supportive day riding with other women
No racing experience required. Just a willingness to learn, grow, and ride together.
What to Expect
* Small group coaching atmosphere
* Positive and encouraging instruction
* Session tailored to rider comfort and progression
* Practical skills you can immediately apply on trail
* Community, connection, and confidence-building
This is more than just a skills clinic. It’s about becoming a stronger, more capable, and more confident rider while having fun with an incredible community of women.
Details
Date: Sunday, July 5
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: China Camp State Park
Hosted By: MTB Girls Ride Club & MTB Girls Magazine
What to Bring
* Mountain bike in good working order
* Helmet required
* Gloves and protective gear recommended
* Hydration and snacks
* Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Spots are limited to keep coaching personalized and supportive. Come ride, build confidence, and have an amazing day on the trails together.
Tam Together: Dirt Fondo Prep Ride
MTB Girls Ride Club
Tam Together: MCBC Dirt Fondo Prep Ride
Sunday, July 26, 2026
10 am – 2 pm
Meet & Finish: The Junction Beer Garden & Bottle Shop
Mill Valley, California
Price: $225 per rider
Ride the Birthplace of Mountain Biking
Join MTB Girls Ride Club for an unforgettable guided ride on the legendary trails of Mount Tamalpais—the birthplace of mountain biking. This premium co-ed ride is designed to help you prepare for the 2026 MCBC Dirt Fondo while exploring some of Marin County's most iconic terrain with experienced ride leaders in a fun, supportive, no-drop environment.
Whether you're registered for the Dirt Fondo or simply want to experience the incredible trails that helped shape the sport of mountain biking, this ride will build your confidence, improve your trail skills, and connect you with an amazing community of riders.
Led by experienced MTB Girls Ride Club coaches and local Mount Tam riders, you'll receive coaching throughout the ride on climbing, descending, cornering, line choice, pacing, nutrition, bike setup, and trail etiquette while enjoying one of the most scenic rides in Northern California.
The Route
This carefully selected Mount Tam route offers the perfect balance of climbing, flowing descents, scenic fire roads, and beautiful singletrack—making it an ideal training ride for the MCBC Dirt Fondo. Along the way, we'll stop to regroup, share riding tips, take photos, and soak in breathtaking views of Mount Tam, the Marin Headlands, and the surrounding landscape.
Route Details
Distance: 15.77 miles
Elevation Gain: 1,762 feet
Estimated Ride Time: Approximately 4 hours, including coaching and regroup stops
Difficulty: Intermediate
Terrain: Fire roads, singletrack, and short paved connectors
Ride Style: Social, no-drop group ride
Strava Route:
https://www.strava.com/routes/3507066251583487238
Please download the route before the ride if you plan to navigate with a GPS device.
Post-Ride Celebration
After we return to The Junction Beer Garden & Bottle Shop, we'll gather beginning at 3:00 p.m. for food, drinks, and great conversation. It's the perfect opportunity to celebrate an amazing day on the trails, meet new friends, and continue building the MTB Girls Ride Club community.
Your Registration Includes
Professionally guided MTB Girls Ride Club ride
Skills coaching throughout the ride
Climbing and descending instruction
Cornering and line choice tips
Ride pacing and endurance strategies
Nutrition and hydration guidance
Scenic regroup stops and photo opportunities
Post-ride social at The Junction
Exclusive Rider Benefit
As a participant, you'll receive 15% off registration for the 2026 MCBC Dirt Fondo using promo code:
MTBGIRLS15
The 14th Annual MCBC Dirt Fondo takes place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, offering routes through the iconic trails of the Marin Headlands and Mount Tamalpais. The event features fully supported aid stations, mechanics, course marshals, SAG support, and an incredible post-ride celebration.
Most importantly, every registration supports the Marin County Bicycle Coalition's Off-Road Program, helping fund trail advocacy, trail maintenance, expanded trail access, and the continued development of mountain bike trails throughout Marin County.
Register for the MCBC Dirt Fondo:
https://marinbike.org/dirt-fondo/
What to Bring
Mountain bike in good working condition
Helmet (required)
Water and electrolytes
Ride nutrition and snacks
Flat repair kit (tube, pump or CO₂, multi-tool)
Layers for changing weather conditions
Positive attitude and adventure spirit
Limited to 20 Riders
To provide personalized coaching and a safe, welcoming experience, this ride is limited to 20 participants.
Come ride the birthplace of mountain biking, prepare for the MCBC Dirt Fondo, build new friendships, and experience an unforgettable day on the legendary trails of Mount Tam with MTB Girls Ride Club.
July 18th | Wilder ranch Coed Clinic in Santa Cruz, CA
MTB Girls Ride Club Santa Cruz Adventure Ride
Adventure • Flow • Community • Ocean Views • Redwoods
Join MTB Girls Ride Club for an unforgettable co-ed adventure ride in Santa Cruz on Saturday, July 18. This experience combines breathtaking scenery, flowing trails, ocean views, redwood forests, and community into one incredible day on the bike.
This is not just another ride. It’s a full Santa Cruz experience designed to leave you inspired, challenged, connected, and completely full from the adventure.
Ride Description
We’ll begin at a gorgeous home right along the water before cruising through scenic open fields beside the coastline as we make our way toward the mountain.
From there, we’ll climb into one of Santa Cruz’s most magical trails — Enchanted Forest — a trail that truly lives up to its name with towering trees, incredible flow, and dreamlike scenery around every turn.
We’ll continue climbing into the redwoods at the top of the mountain where the Santa Cruz riding culture comes alive with riders of all ages charging the trails.
Then comes the reward: flowing switchbacks descending into downtown Santa Cruz where we’ll ride along the ocean, pass the iconic Dream Inn, cruise by the lighthouse where Mark and I took our wedding photos, and soak in the energy of surfers, beachgoers, and ocean lovers along the coast.
The ride finishes at my parents’ famous Santa Cruz home — a local landmark where people travel from all over just to stop and take photos in front of it.
Hands down, this is one of those rides that stays with you long after it’s over.
What Makes This Ride Special
* Gorgeous coastal and mountain scenery
* Ocean views, redwoods, and flowing trails
* Enchanted Forest singletrack
* Downtown Santa Cruz coastal riding
* Supportive co-ed community atmosphere
* Adventure-focused experience
* Local hidden gems and iconic Santa Cruz stops
* Ride at your own pace environment
Who This Ride Is For
This ride is ideal for:
* Beginner to intermediate riders
* Riders looking for an unforgettable Santa Cruz experience
* Mountain bikers wanting community and adventure
* Riders wanting to build confidence and trail experience
* Anyone who loves bikes, nature, ocean views, and good people
No racing experience required. Just a willingness to ride, explore, and have an amazing adventure together.
What to Expect
* Supportive ride atmosphere
* Incredible scenery and photo opportunities
* Group ride pacing with regroups
* Community, adventure, and connection
* Flowing trails and unforgettable views
* A true Santa Cruz experience
Details
Date: Saturday, July 18
Location: Santa Cruz, California
Ride Link:
https://strava.app.link/CWUh9XUpr3b
Hosted By: MTB Girls Ride Club & MTB Girls Magazine
What to Bring
* Mountain bike in good working order
* Helmet required
* Hydration and snacks
* Layers for changing coastal weather
* Positive attitude and adventure spirit
Spots are limited to 12 participants only to keep the experience supportive, safe, and personalized.
Come ride the redwoods, the coast, and the magic of Santa Cruz with us.
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