WOW!!  Amazing February weather…upper 40’s and sunny!  If this weather keeps up we’ll be riding the high mountains by late May.

Couldn’t help but stop for some shots by Lake Koocanusa.

Check the iRide Calendar for the details on the  Kabin Fever Krusher road ride out to the Amish hamlet of West Kootenai in early April.

Woke up to a beautiful sunny Saturday morning, although still a bit on the chilly side.  For the past week I have been planning to take the mtb out for the first ride of the season…on dirt that is.  As the weekend drew near I found myself checking the weather online two, three or four times a day hoping the forecast for a dry, sunny Saturday would hold true.

Almost looks like spring...at least for the first few miles. Yes, that is dry dirt!

The weather cooperated and I got out for a great ride.  Dirt, sand, snow, ice and mud…what more could you ask for!

Looking west at the Canadian border and very icy conditions.

Made my way down to Lake Koocanusa for a little beach combing.

Riding the Lake Koocanusa sand...for miles.

Can’t beat February in Montana!

Sun and sand...what more could you ask for in February.

I know it won’t last but it sure was a nice taste of what’s to come!

It’s early February and winter is by no means over up here in Eureka.  After some early big snow we’ve been pretty dry and warm with most days in the mid 30’s.  I’ve been itching to get outside on my cross bike but the warm days and below freezing nights has brought lots of icy conditions.  Roads that are normally snow-packed have been more akin to ice rinks.

The past few weeks of high 30’s and even some low 40’s has pretty much dried out all the best roads around so I got out for a nice road ride last Wednesday.  Refreshing is the best way to describe riding in the cool winter air.  Beautiful as well, the winter scenery can be just as spectacular as the summer.  I was even joined by some wildlife as I rolled south from the Canadian border.

A little blurry, I know

Well, hopefully we won’t see much more snow in the valley as it’s about time for me to start putting in some long training days.  I will also be starting group rides on Saturdays pretty quick so check my ride calendar over the next week or two.  Or if your looking to get out on the bike give me a call, I’m always up for a ride and Eureka is the ‘bannana belt’ of Montana.

Ride on,

T.

Yep, you read it right…CANTURKEND…short for Canadian Turkey Day Weekend.  Three days of great fall riding in the Kootenai’s.  So instead of plumping up on all the stuffing and marshmellow yams come lose a few pounds and actually enjoy doing it!

Rides will go off each day at 12pm and be in the 3-4hr range.  There will be no support.  Snacks, drinks and other goodies will be provided but remember…you carry it yourself!

Planning to make a weekend out of it?  Stay with us here at Grave Creek Cabins and get 30% off a cabin rental when you sign up for two days of riding.

To RSVP or for more info call or email at:

todd@irideadventures.com

406.471.9327

What: iRide Canturkend

When: October 10,11 & 12 (rides will begin @12pm each day)

Cost: $30/day($20 if you sign up for 2 or more days)  Includes snacks and post ride food.

Where: iRide Adventures/Grave Creek Cabins (45min south of Fernie or 40min north of Whitefish on HWY 93) See map HERE

UPDATE:  Weather looks great, should be an awsome day on the trails.

MTB group ride this Saturday!  Long singletrack climbs and even longer singletrack descents.  Full ride will run in the 4.5-5.5hr range, there is a bailout point approx. 3.5hrs into the ride if you don’t have the legs for the full ride.

Where: Grave Creek Cabins /iRide Adventures (42mi north of Whitefish on HWY 93)

When: Saturday 9/19/09 @ 10AM

UPDATED:  By popular demand the iRide Ultracross will now be 75mi rather than the original 100mi.  Lots of climbing descending on great dirt roads!!!

iRide Ultracross-  Cross season is upon us!  Time to dust off your  trusty cross machine that’s been hanging in the rafters for the past 6 months and join me for an epic base building day.  The iRide Ultracross is a 100mile ride on some of the best dirt roads you’ll ever roll your knobbies over.  I will have water/food stations along the ride but no sag so be prepared to ride.  There will be bailout options at regular intervals along the route if you need to get home to family or your legs simply turn to jelly.  The route will have some long climbs and long descents with spectacular views of Lake Koocanusa and the Yaak.  The roads are buttery smooth right now…almost doable on a road bike if you have 28cc tires.  An mtb with fast rolling treads would work as well.  THIS IS A FUN RIDE NOT A RACE!  If you are ready to be spoiled by the limitless dirt roads and beautiful weather mark this Saturday on you calander.

What: iRide Ultracross

When:  Saturday 9/12  10AM sharp (we roll @ 10 so get here a few minutes before)

Where:  iRide Adventures/Grave Creek Cabins (8 mile south of Eureka on HWY 93)

Who:  Anyone…

How Much:  $10/person (includes energy drink and snacks)

PS:  Please RSVP if possible so I have enough DingDongs and Twinkies…or just show up and ride.

406.471.9327

Come join me for 3 days of killer singletrack and amazing vistas!  Get a sampling of some of the finest riding in the Eureka area.  Plan on big climbs, big descents and tons of singletrack.  Rides will go off each day at 10AM, and will be in the 3-4 hr range.  We will have a lunch break on the trail approx. 1/2 way through the ride each day.  We are offering discounted rates at Grave Creek Cabins for those who want to stay for the weekend.  Please call or email RSVP by Friday afternoon as group size will be limited.

When: Saturday Sept. 5th, Sunday Sept. 6th and Monday Sept. 7th

Where: iRide Adventures/Grave Creek Cabins (Eureka, MT)

Cost: &15/day or $30 for all 3 days

See you this weekend.

Welcome to iRide Adventures!

Located in beautiful Eureka, Montana along both the Northern Tier Trans Continental Route and Great Divide Mountain Bike Route; iRide Adventures specializes in ultra-light bike packing trips into the spectacular mountains of NW Montana and the Canadian Rockies.  We also have a full service bike shop offering specialty touring and bike packing equipment, professional bike fitting, training camps and riding skills clinics.

Based out of Grave Creek Cabins you have the option of relaxing and enjoying a peaceful Montana evening in one of our rustic cabins or setting up camp in one of our private campsites.

Come join us for the ultimate cycling adventure.