After a multi-year hiatus, the Ramble Rides are returning to Northern Colorado for 2027, including a minimally supported group ride and a race along the picturesque route between Fort Collins and Steamboat Springs. Learn more about the upcoming events in the beloved ride series here…

Created by longtime bicycle industry veteran Peter Discoe, the Ramble Rides are a series of community-focused group bikepacking getaways with scenic campsites, gourmet meals, refreshment stops, an encouraging atmosphere, and support vehicles. Various factors led to an extended break over the past few years, but Peter just announced a comeback for 2027. Having ridden the Steamboat Ramble a couple of times myself, I’m glad to know more folks will get to experience the stunning track linking Fort Collins and Steamboat Springs.

  • Steamboat Ramble, Ramble Rides
  • Steamboat Ramble, Ramble Rides

A pair of events are scheduled for next summer and fall. The first will be a very gently supported, low-cost, low-frills version of the classic Ramble from June 11th to 13th. In Peter’s words, “We’ll have the campsites. You’ll have a map. We’ll wrap it up with our famous Ramble Camp at the end, and bring you back to the start. It’s an early June date, so be prepared for a hike-a-bike over the top of Buffalo Pass.” This is a great opportunity for newer bikepackers looking to test their mettle with a little extra help.

Steamboat Ramble, Ramble Rides

The second event in the 2027 Ramble Rides series is Race the Ramble, which will offer two routes (416 miles with 35,800 feet of climbing and 279 miles with 23,400 feet of climbing) that travel through some of the best of Northern Colorado’s backcountry landscapes, from mountain summits over 10,000 feet to wide-open high-country parks and long, desolate stretches that will push riders to their limit. The race will take place from September 9th to 11th and will be free to race in multiple categories, though a nominal tracker fee may apply.

Details are evolving. You can register your interest and keep up with the events over at RambleRides.com and on Instagram.

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