Weekly Group Rides
Ride with the community. Every week.
From shop rides to partner-led meetups, weekly group rides are happening all the time—and they’re one of the best ways to meet people and get connected. We’ve gathered them all in one place so they’re easy to find anytime.
Jarrod's Place Takeover
Calling all shredders, senders, and dirtbag dreamers—SORBA Chattanooga is takin’ over Jarrod’s Place for a full day of laps, laughs, and loamy good times!
We’re teaming up with one of the Southeast’s raddest bike parks for a SORBA Chattanooga Shred Day, and you’re invited. Whether you're into steep tech, flowy lines, or post-ride campfire hangs, this is your chance to roll deep with your local trail fam.
Day of Caring Trail Work Party at Booker T Washington
Join SORBA Chattanooga and Booker T. Washington State Park for the United Way’s Day of Caring as we team up to protect and preserve one of Chattanooga’s beloved trail systems!
Collab Coffee Ride: Velo to Craven’s
Coffee Ride to Cravens House with SORBA Chattanooga + Velo Coffee Roasters
Start your morning right with bikes and brews! Join SORBA Chattanooga and Velo Coffee Roasters for a mellow social ride from Velo’s roastery to the trails at Stringers Ridge.
We'll cruise through the city together and head up to Stringers Ridge for a chill lap or two. Velo will be on-site with a pop-up coffee station at the trailhead—serving up fresh coffee to fuel your ride and post-ride hangout. All levels welcome!
Bring your bike, helmet, and your love for trails and good coffee. See you there!
Trail Work Party at Raccoon for National Trails Day
Join SORBA Chattanooga and Tennessee Valley Authority on National Public Lands Day for a trail work party at Raccoon Mountain.
We’ll be working on bridge repairs, rock armoring and clearing drains to get the mountain ready for the NICA Championship Race on October 25.
No prior experience is necessary!
All tools will be provided on-site, along with instruction and guidance from experienced trail stewards. Lunch will be provided afterwards to all volunteers.
What to Bring & Wear:
Work gloves (we'll have extras if you don't have any)
Reusable water bottle & snacks
Closed-toe shoes (required)
Long pants and sleeves recommended for protection from brush and bugs
ATTENTION: Laurel Point on Raccoon Mountain is in Central Time Zone. All times listed for this event are in Eastern Time Zone. 9 am ET is 8 AM CT. Don't let your GPS fool you.
2026 Five Points 50 MTB Race
5 Points 50 is Chattanooga's oldest mountain bike race that traverses Lula lake Land Trust and Cloudland Canyon State Park trail systems across Lookout Mountain. Whether you're in it to win it or want to ride the party pace with your friends, this race has a little something for everyone! With a 50-mile and 25-mile option, Racers will enjoy a grueling course packed with single track, climbs, downhills, rock gardens, and smooth flowy trails. Starting at Lula Lake Land Trust’s Core Preserve, riders will quickly begin making their way to the 5 Points Trail system and Durham Mine Trails, then back to LLLT via the Cloudland Connector Trail and Moonshine Trails. This race is sure to bring incredible views, amazing trails, and a heck of a good time!
Not into a grueling race, come join the fun on the core preserve. There will be camping, food, live music, kids race, shake out rides and an after party. It’s not very often you get a chance to camp at Lula Lake and have access to their trails and waterfalls. Bring the whole family and spend the whole weekend. 1885 will be serving food all weekend long to racers and campers.
All proceeds from the 5 Points 50/25 support Lula Lake Land Trust’s trail building and maintenance efforts. Lula Lake has built over 60-miles of trail on their properties across Lookout Mountain, including the Moonshine trails, Cloudland Connector Trail, and the Durham Mine Trails.
Five Points 50/25 Course Preview Ride with Lula Lake
Join us for an eight-mile group mountain bike ride and preview sections of the Five Points 50/25 race course at the Core Preserve property!
Get ready to dial in your lines and explore Lookout Mountain with SORBA Chattanooga and Lula Lake Land Trust during our Five Points 50/25 Course Preview Ride series leading up to the Oct. 24th race.
Trail Daze of Summer Work Party at Walden’s Ridge
Join SORBA Chattanooga, Southeastern Climbers Coalition (SCC), and Hamilton County Parks & Recreation for a collaborative trail work day at Walden’s Ridge Park. We’re teaming up to tackle key maintenance projects including trimming back corridor vegetation, rock armoring and stabilizing spur trails. Whether you ride, hike, or climb at Walden’s Ridge, this is a great chance to give back.
Aetna Mountain Trails Phase II Trail Opening
Mark your calendars: Phase II of Aetna Mountain is officially opening, and we want our whole community out there to celebrate! A total of 8 miles are now built, and every foot is adaptive MTB friendly.
The celebration kicks off at 3:30 PM with a ribbon cutting and dedication, followed by a chance to ride the new trails alongside Aetna Trail Ambassadors and SORBA Chattanooga. We're talking roughly 8 miles of fresh, modern singletrack built as multi-use loop trails with a twist: two completely different riding experiences depending on which direction you roll.
This adaptive-friendly milestone didn't happen by accident. Working with feedback and past consultation from Catalyst Sports, the Tennessee River Gorge Trust team and volunteers also went back through Phase I to complete reroutes and improvements, so the entire system is now adaptive-friendly, top to bottom.
This is what community-built trails look like. Come ride both directions, meet the people behind the dirt, and see what stewardship and stoke can build together.
Social Ride x Litespeed Bike Launch Party
Something new is rolling into Raccoon Mountain, and you're invited to be the first to see it.
Litespeed is dropping a brand new bike! A brand new, never-before-seen, beautiful bike, and we're celebrating the only way we know how: with a group ride, demo bikes, good food, cold drinks, and your favorite trail crew.
What to expect:
First Look — Be among the very first riders in Chattanooga (or anywhere) to lay eyes on Litespeed's newest addition to their MTB lineup. Litespeed has been hand-building titanium bikes right here in Chattanooga for 40 years. Come meet the folks behind the scenes, learn about the process, and feel what titanium rides like on the trail.
Demo It — Get your hands (and tires) on the new bike before anyone else. Demo bikes available first come, first serve (not guaranteed). Bring your own bike and helmet to ride.
Group Rides — Roll out with the SORBA, Handup, and Litespeed crews for rides that work for all skill levels. Leave from Laurel Point and choose your adventure.
Food & Drinks — Cookout starts at 7 PM. Handup's bringing the cold drinks post-ride. Because trail time hits different with a full belly and a cold one after.
Friends — This one's for the community. Come ride, hang out with old friends, meet some new ones, and celebrate with the people who make Chattanooga's trails what they are.
Bonus: You'll have a chance to win the brand new bike in our Fall Bike Sweepstakes.
This is a can't-miss night for anyone who loves bikes, trails, and being first in line for something good.
When: August 19, 6–8 PM (meet at 6:00 PM EDT)
Where: Laurel Point, Raccoon Mountain
What to bring: Your bike, your helmet, and your hype
Note: Raccoon gates close at 8:30 PM, so we'll wrap up by then. RSVP for food counts is helpful but not required.
Handup brings the party. Litespeed brings the bikes. SORBA brings the stoke.
Social Ride + Member Meeting with Shred Bank
It’s time for a member meet up and social ride! If you’ve been wondering what SORBA Chattanooga has been up to and looking for a really fun group to ride with, this event is for you!
We’ll start at Clever Alehouse at 6 pm with a parking lot huddle and some real talk on what SORBA Chattanooga's accomplished this year, what we're working on, and how you can get involved. No fluff—just the good stuff about trails, stewardship, and community.
Then we'll roll out with the Shred Bank crew for a group ride and hot lap at Stringers Ridge. Fun, social, all paces welcome.
Back at Clever after the ride: $3 Fox Lagers, food, and cold beers with 10% of the night’s sales directly supporting SORBA Chattanooga's trail work. Win-win.
Members, non-members, new riders—all welcome. Come for the stoke, stay for the singletrack.
When: August 13, 6–8 PM
Where: Clever Alehouse, then Stringers Ridge Trails
Dirt Ops Group Ride (Walden’s Ridge)
DIRT OPS is a veteran-led riding group built for those who still crave challenge, camaraderie, and purpose after the uniform comes off. Operating under the SORBA umbrella, DIRT OPS creates a place where veterans—of all eras and all experience levels—can come together on the trail. Whether you’re an experienced rider or brand new to mountain biking, this is about getting outside, pushing yourself just enough, and riding alongside people who understand where you’ve been without needing an explanation.
Dirt Ops Group Ride (Knoxville)
DIRT OPS is a veteran-led riding group built for those who still crave challenge, camaraderie, and purpose after the uniform comes off. Operating under the SORBA umbrella, DIRT OPS creates a place where veterans—of all eras and all experience levels—can come together on the trail. Whether you’re an experienced rider or brand new to mountain biking, this is about getting outside, pushing yourself just enough, and riding alongside people who understand where you’ve been without needing an explanation.
Dirt Ops Trail Work Party + Group Ride (Raccoon Mountain)
DIRT OPS is a veteran-led riding group built for those who still crave challenge, camaraderie, and purpose after the uniform comes off. Operating under the SORBA umbrella, DIRT OPS creates a place where veterans—of all eras and all experience levels—can come together on the trail. Whether you’re an experienced rider or brand new to mountain biking, this is about getting outside, pushing yourself just enough, and riding alongside people who understand where you’ve been without needing an explanation.
Five Points 50/25 Course Preview Ride with Lula Lake
Join us for a 15-mile group mountain bike ride and preview sections of the Five Points 50/25 race course. Open to everyone!
Get ready to dial in your lines and explore Lookout Mountain with SORBA Chattanooga and Lula Lake Land Trust during our Five Points 50/25 Course Preview Ride series leading up to the Oct. 24th race! This group ride will be held at the Durham Mine Trails property.
Pride Ride with Greenhouse Growlerz
June is Pride Month, and we're celebrating with our 4th Annual Pride Ride — this time rolling with the Greenhouse Growlerz on their Wednesday night ride, June 10 from the Greenhouse Taproom by Oddstory Brewing Co. Meet up at 6:00 PM, roll out together.
All bikes. All bodies. All humans. Welcome.
National Trails Day | Atlas Trail Work Party at Enterprise South
Help us celebrate National Trails Day by giving back to the trails. Join SORBA Chattanooga, Hamilton County Parks and Recreation, and Save Enterprise South Nature Park for a National Trails Day® volunteer trail work party at Enterprise South Nature Park!
National Trails Day®, hosted each year by the American Hiking Society, is a nationwide day of stewardship, advocacy, and outdoor recreation that celebrates the importance of trails and public lands. Communities across the country come together to maintain and improve local trails while connecting people to the outdoors.
National Trails Day | Trail Work Party at Raccoon Mountain
Help us celebrate National Trails Day by giving back to the trails. Join SORBA Chattanooga and Tennessee Valley Authority for a National Trails Day® volunteer trail work party at Raccoon Mountain.
National Trails Day®, hosted each year by the American Hiking Society, is a nationwide day of stewardship, advocacy, and outdoor recreation that celebrates the importance of trails and public lands. Communities across the country come together to maintain and improve local trails while connecting people to the outdoors.
2026 Trail Running Film Festival
3rd Annual Trail Running Film Festival in Chattanooga presented by Evergreen Property Group and graciously hosted by Gear Head Outfitters — a night that brings together the heart and soul of our trail running community. This celebration of comradery, grit, and adventure features a curated selection of inspiring films that capture the spirit of running wild and free.
Walden's Ridge Trail Work Parties
We need volunteers to help with Trail Armor preparation and installation at Walden’s Ridge Park.
Walden's Ridge Trail Work Parties
We need volunteers to help with Trail Armor preparation and installation at Walden’s Ridge Park.
Five Points 50/25 Course Preview Ride with Lula Lake
Join us for an eight-mile group mountain bike ride and preview sections of the Five Points 50/25 race course at the Core Preserve property!
Get ready to dial in your lines and explore Lookout Mountain with SORBA Chattanooga and Lula Lake Land Trust during our Five Points 50/25 Course Preview Ride series leading up to the Oct. 24th race.
Walden's Ridge Trail Work Parties
We need volunteers to help with Trail Armor preparation and installation at Walden’s Ridge Park.
Walden's Ridge Trail Work Party
Walden’s Ridge Trail Work Party. Trail Armor Install prep.
Aetna Trails FUND-RACE-ER
Join HANDUP and the Tennessee River Gorge Trust for a Nighttime Team MTB Challenge on the Aetna Mountain Trails.
The Event will take place on May 15.
Dirt Ops Group Ride (White Oak Mountain)
DIRT OPS is a veteran-led riding group built for those who still crave challenge, camaraderie, and purpose after the uniform comes off. Operating under the SORBA umbrella, DIRT OPS creates a place where veterans—of all eras and all experience levels—can come together on the trail. Whether you’re an experienced rider or brand new to mountain biking, this is about getting outside, pushing yourself just enough, and riding alongside people who understand where you’ve been without needing an explanation.
Mountaintown Bicycles Grand Opening
Mountaintown Bicycles is hosting its grand opening celebration on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT at 5337 Ringgold Road, Chattanooga, TN. The event features, refreshments, brand vendors, and a Specialized P.4 bike giveaway, with SORBA Chattanooga also in attendance.
Women's+ Mountain Bike Day Ride + Social
Celebrate Women’s Mountain Bike Day with an afternoon ride and community dinner hosted by SORBA Chattanooga.
Reliance Deep Woods Gravel Grinder
Get ready for one of the Southeast’s most scenic gravel weekends. The Reliance Deep Woods Gravel Grinder returns in 2026, presented by Fireside Outpost and Tennessee Gravel—and it’s shaping up to be the best edition yet.
Godsey Ridge Trails Grand Opening
The Godsey Ridge Trail System in Red Bank officially opens Sunday, April 19! Join the City of Red Bank and community partners for the ribbon cutting, then be among the first to explore the trails on a guided hike or bike ride.
Day of Caring - Stringer's Ridge Trail Maintenance
We’re partnering with Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors for Spring Day of Caring on April 17, to show Stringer's Ridge some love. We plan on cutting back overgrowth to improve sight lines on the hiking/biking trails, picking up litter, restoring trail features through landscaping, and more.
Chattanooga Outdoor Festival
Experience the 3rd Annual Chattanooga Outdoor Festival on April 11, 2026 at the Choo Choo Gardens & Station Street. This free, family-friendly outdoor event features 75+ vendors, live music, gear demos, activities for all ages, and celebrates Chattanooga’s vibrant outdoor community. Proceeds support SORBA Chattanooga’s trail stewardship. Get involved as a sponsor, volunteer, or vendor at ChattanoogaOutdoorFestival.com
2026 SORBA Summit
Join SORBA’s volunteers, land managers, advocates, and members in Belmont, NC, for five days full of trail stewardship. Workshops, presentations, panels, networking, socials, bike riding, and lots of fun will be had by all. This year, we will focus on communications, marketing, and sustainability.
The Summit will begin on Thursday, April 2nd, with an opening social at Primal Brewing. Friday and Saturday conference sessions will cover topics designed to inspire our volunteers and connect land managers to the mission of our organization. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Our Summit will be held at the Daniel Stowe Conservancy, an incredible venue outside of Charlotte, NC, and close to the Carolina Thread Trail.
Thank you to The Tarheel Trailblazers for being partners in hosting this year’s Summit!
Wild Trails Flipper Bend Half Marathon & 5 Mile Trail Race
This race is a joint collaboration of Wild Trails, the North Chickamauga Creek Conservancy and Flipper Bend Community. All proceeds will go to the trail maintenance of the Flipper Bend state natural area and the North Chickamauga Creek section of the Cumberland Trail. Join us for a beautiful 1/2 marathon or 5-mile trail run on the back of Signal Mountain on the Flipper Bend Trails. Thank you and we can't wait to see you at the end of March!
Trails In Bloom - Hike or Bike ESNP
Spring into nature with a guided bike ride or hike hosted by Save ESNP and SORBA Chattanooga at Enterprise South Nature Park on March 21 from 2–4 PM, in partnership with Save ESNP.
This event is a chance to celebrate the Spring Equinox and a huge win for our community—the park staying intact, continued access to trails, and the organizations and advocates who worked behind the scenes to help protect this special place.
Velo Vixens Women's International Day Ride of Hike
One of Velo Vixens’ most popular annual events returns this spring. Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day with a women-only mountain bike ride or hike at Lula Lake Land Trust.
This special event offers exclusive access to Lula Lake’s scenic trails—typically closed to the public—for a day focused on connection, confidence, and community.