What is a Ramble?

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Summer Ramble

July 14-17, 2021....

What to bring on a Ramble.

No need to pack the kitchen sink.

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Summer Ramble +

August 18-22, 2021....

What's included on a Ramble?

Everything you'll need.

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Fall Ramble

September 22-25, 2021....

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We're looking for help!⁠
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2020 was the year we were expanding. Instead, we canceled six events. 2021 will be the year we get back up. But 2022, game on again.⁠
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Volunteers remain a vital role on Rambles. Work that gets rewarded with a free entry. ⁠
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But we need a core team for six and more events—people who'll join us for events and assume a leadership role for their area. It's paid work, 1099 and expenses. You don't have to live in CO necessarily, but it's helpful. You'll need to live in the West, though, for easier traveling. Having a flexible job or lifestyle where you can work for up to a week on events is vital. The event season is April through October, and you don't have to be available for every occasion, but preference is given to those that can work most or all of them for consistency. ⁠
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Working a Ramble is rewarding. It's important that you're a people-person as you'll see all range of emotions on a 5-day 400-mile ride. Days are long, starting around 5:30 am and not over until they are. We work in downtime for folks and have a pretty good delineation of responsibility for camp and route help, though we all work together when needed. ⁠
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What we need are leaders—folks who can make a decision and stick by it. You see something that needs doing, and you do it. Especially on the route, because no matter how much work we do, over 350-400 miles, there will be surprises, and no one will be available to tell you what to do. Safety first, experience second. But the ride is moving, so act fast. ⁠
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Interested? Let us know below or DM an email address. We have an excellent foundation team now, but to do more events, we need more help, and we're looking for all skill sets. 2022 events will be in Colorado, Arizona, and Utah. ⁠
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I know this seems early, but 2022 events in less than a year!⁠
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Looking good is feeling good. ⁠
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Not all Ramble Ride experiences are about being on the bike. ⁠
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You'll remember the riding for sure, but the memories you make with the people you're riding with are just as special.⁠
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Sure you're cool. ⁠
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But are you John Watson taking a picture of John Watson cool?⁠
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Prolly not.⁠
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All our roads are less traveled. ⁠
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Did you know that our partners Moots and Big Agnes take a lot of their inspiration from the Routt National Forest surrounding them?
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Colorado Ramble Rides spend a lot of time in the Routt NF and it's easy to see what inspires some of the best bikes and camping gear out there. ⁠
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Come ride with us and find some of your own backcountry inspiration.⁠
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For your Sunday night scroll, a preview of the Ramble Ride "Cycling Style" post Covid 2021 look book. Spring fashions will hint to those rugged "wear whatever is clean" days of 2020, but add a pop of neon to spice things up. ⁠
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#rambleride #rideshimano #shimanogravel #bikepacking #adventurecycling #gravel #gravelbike #explore #travel #cycling #rideyourbike #adventurebybike #travel

It's the weekend right?⁠
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#rambleride #rideshimano #shimanogravel #bikepacking #adventurecycling #gravel #gravelbike #explore #travel #cycling #rideyourbike #adventurebybike #travel

Another Happy Camper. ⁠
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Camp activities are fun, and we've certainly tried out lots of options over the years. But what most riders want after a long day of riding and another ahead is a full belly, a couple of beers, campfire hangouts, and an early night. ⁠
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From the first pedal stroke to the last, our aim is to keep you in that happy camper bubble filling your days with great riding, good food, comraderie and sweet dreams. ⁠
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#rambleride #rideshimano #shimanogravel #bikepacking #adventurecycling #gravel #gravelbike #explore #travel #cycling #rideyourbike #adventurebybike #travel

Ready for long rides, warm sun and high-fives? ⁠
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Well, we'll see about high-fives, but the other two...we're ready. ⁠
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Did you know that on Ramble Rides your food is included? Break, lunch, and dinner. Snacks too. Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten free, Allergies, eat-whatever-you want. We'll make sure the food is good, and fuels you up for the ride.⁠
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#rambleride #rideshimano #shimanogravel #bikepacking #adventurecycling #gravel #gravelbike #explore #travel #cycling #rideyourbike #adventurebybike #travel #campcooking #lodgecastiron

Our five-day Ramble+ heads out to new territory. Are you ready for five days of riding some of the best gravel roads you've ever ridden?⁠
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After five years of Ramble Rides, I know this look. ⁠
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The "how much (further) (steeper) (hotter)" look. ⁠
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This is where you start to think maybe "Ramble Ride" is a misnomer. Then you remember you're riding gravel race distances four or five days in a row. At elevation. Carrying gear. Sleeping on the ground and not at the Marriott with their comfy beds. ⁠
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You'll start measuring other efforts by this ride.⁠

And quite a few will start riding more adventures, knowing that they can because they surprised themselves riding a Ramble Ride. ⁠
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At the end, we want you surprised of what you are capable of. Riding our rides, even if you make it part-way, is an accomplishment that you won't soon forget.⁠
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#rambleride #rideshimano #shimanogravel #bikepacking #adventurecycling #gravel #gravelbike #explore #travel #cycling #rideyourbike #adventurebybike #travel #colorado

Number 1 question of the Ramble Ride? Is there internet service? Riders gotta 'gram. ⁠
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Number 2? Where do I go to the bathroom while riding? Good question. USFS actually limits us in participation for this reason. Believe it or not, there is an acceptable number of folks for the amount of facilities available on route and taking in consideration, nature breaks. First, pack a kit of toilet paper and extra bags to carry paper out. Damp wipes work well, and can be used for other cleaning. Also, a small trowel or something to dig with. ⁠
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If you're in-between facilities, we recommend USFS procedure:⁠
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> Find a spot at least 200 feet from any water source.⁠
> Dig a hole 6-8 inches deep and bury human waste.⁠
> Pack out used toilet paper and hygiene products. ⁠
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And may we add; be aware of your surroundings. ⁠
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Raise a glass to those who responded to social distancing requirements with "no problem."⁠
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This might seem extreme, but we work hard to provide space for everyone on their terms. Some folks like being in the thick of camp, drawn to the activity. Others, we only really see at meal time, and find their camp space on the edges. ⁠
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We often have celebrities on the Ramble. One year, Steve Zissou's younger brother joined us. You might have never heard of Eric Zissou, but he's responsible for many well-known overland adventures. Ever heard of Gravel riding? This guy invented it. You never know who you'll be riding with. #ridershoutout⁠
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#rambleride #rideshimano #shimanogravel #bikepacking #adventurecycling #gravel #gravelbike #explore #travel #cycling #rideyourbike #adventurebybike #travel #zissou #gentlemanstyle

We used to tell riders "run what you brung."⁠
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Then this guy showed up. ⁠
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Now we focus of proper tire choice, and on the Ramble Ride we recommend a minimum of 38mm width and prefer 40mm. Tread pattern is least important, but you want some cush for your tush over the four or five days of riding.⁠
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I used to have a coach who would say "I hope you paid your bills" as a metaphor for being ready. ⁠
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Or maybe it wasn't a metaphor?⁠
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Turn your phone off, and put your cares aside for the Ramble Ride. But pay those bills. ⁠
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#rambleride #rideshimano #shimanogravel #bikepacking #adventurecycling #gravel #gravelbike #explore #travel #cycling #rideyourbike #adventurebybike #travel #colorado

Let's get something clear: you don't need expensive gear to ride a Ramble. Or on any bike adventure for that matter.⁠
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A "suitable" bike is important, but as you can see, a slightly too big frame, with homemade denim bags and a wheel that can ride 10 miles on a flat qualifies as suitable. Sometimes.⁠
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The most important thing on a Ramble Ride is to be ready for a good time.⁠ ⁠
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And if your bike really isn't up to it, check out our demo opportunities. ⁠
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#rambleride #rideshimano #shimanogravel #bikepacking #adventurecycling #gravel #gravelbike #explore #travel #cycling #rideyourbike #adventurebybike #travel #colorado #merica

Coasting into the weekend like...⁠
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