Cactus Cycling Club upcoming events

49er Country Club, Level B, 38 mi, 1400 ft (Sun, September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Jack Nicklaus Ride... Ride with GPS map

This ride targets the 49er Country Club, the only club where Jack Nicklaus played competitively in Tucson (in 1963 and 1964) and also includes the McCartney Ranch, Reddington Pass, and a rest stop at the desert oasis in Aqua Caliente Park. Socialize afterwards at Starbucks.

Ride Leader: Sherree Brasher (520) 447-0096

Notes:

There are no designed A or C ride leaders. A or C riders are welcome to join and ride independently as well as participate in the social event afterwards. Alternate route suggestions can be made.
If the ride leader is denoted as TBD at the time of the ride, there is no ride leader available. In this case, riders should discuss the route and safety considerations before starting the ride and read these good safety practices in advance.

Dove Mountain, Level B, 37 mi, 1750 ft (Wed, September 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Dove Mountain Ride... Ride with GPS map

Note: START TIME 6 AM

Also: Rides may be shortened due to safety during extreme heat.

Ride to and through the scenic roads in Dove Mountain.

The ride will head out south along La Canada, then Magee to Cortaro to Silverbell, then Coachline, Twin Peaks (across the I-10 overpass and Tangerine Rd). Next it's up and over the hill on Dove Mt. with a stop for water and restrooms at the park at the very end of Dove Mt. road. Return up and over Dove Mtn, then west along Moore Road and south on La Canada Rd back to the start.

A riders are welcome to ride out ahead of the B group.

Socialize after at Brueggers.

Ride leaders: (Cell/text): Paul Larson (404 909 1283), Doug and Roberta Toussaint (520 954 1982)

Colossal Cave, Level B, 37 mi, 1550 ft (Sun, September 20, 2026)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Pain Cave Ride... Ride with GPS map

Determine your own level of suffering, if any, with this ride that takes in the Colossal Cave summit and an "adventure section". Socialize afterwards at Starbucks.

Ride Leader: Sherree Brasher (520) 447-0096

Notes:

There are no designed A or C ride leaders. A or C riders are welcome to join and ride independently as well as participate in the social event afterwards. Alternate route suggestions can be made.
If the ride leader is denoted as TBD at the time of the ride, there is no ride leader available. In this case, riders should discuss the route and safety considerations before starting the ride and read these good safety practices in advance.

Catalina Park and Foothills, Level B, 38 mi, 1400 ft (Wed, September 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Catalina Foothills Ride... Ride with GPS map

NOTE: In case of extreme heat, rides may be shortened for safety.

We will head out Tangerine to Catalina State Park, then wander through Oro Valley Country Club, and then make our way to the Magee climb. Stop and re-group at the top and then down Christie to Ina, then head E to Miraval. Downhill Miraval to Via Entrada. Water and restrooms at the Loop bikepath by the Rillito racetrack, then return via bikepath and La Cholla, then right on Naranja back to the start.

Socialize after at Brueggers.

Ride Leaders: (cell/text): Paul Larson (404.909.1283), Doug and Roberta Toussaint (520 954 1982).

A riders are welcome to ride out ahead.

Sabino Canyon, Level B, 30 mi, 2300 ft (Sun, September 27, 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Hohokam Ride... Ride with GPS map, Map under Flood conditions

In honor of the Hohokam Indians who lived in Sabino Canyon between 300and 1400 AD, this ride takes in the 8 mile out and back climb to the end of Sabino Canyon. Socialize after at Bashas' Starbucks.

Ride Leader: Sherree Brasher (520) 447-0096

Notes:

e-bikes are not permitted in Sabino Canyon.
There are no designed A or C ride leaders. A or C riders are welcome to join and ride independently as well as participate in the social event afterwards. Alternate route suggestions can be made.
If the ride leader is denoted as TBD at the time of the ride, there is no ride leader available. In this case, riders should discuss the route and safety considerations before starting the ride and read these good safety practices in advance.

Marana via Tangerine w/ CDO bikepath return, Level B, 41 mi, 970 ft (Wed, September 30, 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Marana Ride... Ride with GPS map

Head north on La Canada from Brueggers. Take Tangerine down through the construction (new bike lane!) to Mandarina. Then Adonis Rd., Postvale rd etc to Moore Rd. Left on Tangerine, make a bathroom, water and snack stop at Gladden Park in Marana. Then continue on the bikepath on the S side of the river. We will return via the CDO bikepath & La Cholla Rd (2nd bathroom & water stop at Christina Taylor Green park if desired).

Bagels and coffee afterwards at Bruegger's.

Ride Leaders: Doug and Roberta Toussaint (520-954-5653)

A riders are welcome to ride out ahead of the group.