Gravity at Snoqualmie (Brisk)

Let's meet at the bottom of Silver Fir chair lift at Snoqualmie Pass. Be there, ready to go at the time listed above. We will start with a required safety briefing, and roll out when that's done.  All riders must attend the safety briefing to participate.

In order to ride the chairlift, you must purchase a ticket or pass from Snoqualmie Pass.  Riding up their service road is strictly prohibited.  An all-day ticket purchased the day of the ride (Thursdays) will be approximately $61 + tax for an adult.  The earlier you purchase your ticket, the better.  If you're early, you may be able to get it for $48 + tax.  There's a $5 fee for a mountain ID card if you don't already have one.  A discount for military and first responders is available.  

Fitness level and skill level are less important for this ride.  There are a few green circle trails that many new riders find to be a good starting point.  Then there are some really nasty trails and everything in between.  Let's plan on riding the green circle trails for a couple laps and then progress from there until the last remaining rider has met their limit.  The ride is advertised to be an hour long but you may brake off early to ride trails more your comfort level or if riders want to keep riding together afterward, that'll be great too.  Typical "Pre-ride, Re-ride, Free-ride" mentality will be our standard.  This is a great opportunity for kids and parents to ride together. 

As far as equipment goes, Snoqualmie Pass has these requirements:  

✅ Helmets are required on all trails,  Full-face helmets are strongly recommended
✅ Mountain bikes only,  Front suspension is required, Full suspension is strongly recommended, ❌ Fully rigid bikes are not permitted
✅ Front and rear brakes are required, ❌ Coaster brakes are not allowed
✅ Minimum wheel size: 20 inches, ❌ Tires wider than 3.5 inches cannot be loaded on lifts
✅ Closed-toe shoes are required, ❌ Sandals, flip-flops, or open footwear are not allowed

I recommend no less than 140mm of travel on your front suspension.  Snoqualmie Pass is fairly bumpy and though you could do it with a lot less, it's more enjoyable if you have more.  I have seen lots of riders in shorts and t-shirts.  However, if you have any padding or body armor for cycling, I strongly recommend it.  It feels much less scary if you know you are protected to some degree.  If you like, equipment rentals are available in the lodge basement.

Most riders who get tire flats have done so because they've underinflated their tires.  I recommend you bring a spare tube, tools, and a bike pump to leave in your car just in case.

We will climb and descend hills at our own pace, and we will regroup frequently. 

Restrooms are available at the start and at the top of the chairlift. We will stop along the way for restrooms/water at mile 5. 

Bring a spare tube and tools to fix a flat, just in case. Other things to bring: phone; ID; cash and/or credit card; ORCA card; water and a small snack. 

Note: If weather conditions meet the weather cancellation criterion listed in the Weather Status or if there are unforeseen hazardous riding conditions or other unexpected events, the Ride Leader will cancel the ride and all registered riders will be sent a notification email. If the ride is cancelled at least two hours before the start, Ride Leader(s) will not be at the start location. Please check before leaving for the ride.

We hope you can join us!