Cactus Cycling Club upcoming events

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.

East Saguaro Park via Soldier Trail, Level B, 34 mi, 1557 ft (Fri, September 25, 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The iconic Saguaro Park Ride... Ride with GPS map

This iconic Tucson ride takes in the loop through East Saguaro National Park. Socialize afterwards at LeBuzz.

Ride Leaders: Greg Kiger (520) 501-7707

Pete Yoest (617) 959-1568

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.

El Tour Loop de Loop (independent event), Levels A/B/C, 54 mi, 700 ft (Sat, September 26, 2026)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

El Tour Loop de Loop

About: Cactus will be joining the El Tour Loop de Loop to ride the full loop clockwise. The start location is Rillito River Park. There will be live music and festivities starting at 10am after the ride.

Details: Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 7:00 AM

4502 North 1st Avenue, Tucson, AZ, USA

Hope to see you there!

https://eltourdetucson.org/loop-de-loop/

Note: Groups will be 8-10 for safety on the loop and staggering groups will start at 7:00 am.

Ride Leaders: Sherree Brasher (520) 447-0096

Todd Armstrong (585) 314-3516

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, 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.

East Saguaro Park via Los Reyes, Level B, 32 mi, 1510 ft (Fri, October 02, 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The iconic Saguaro Park Ride... Ride with GPS map

This iconic Tucson ride takes in the loop through East Saguaro National Park. Socialize afterwards at LeBuzz.

Ride Leaders: Greg Kiger (520) 501-7707

Pete Yoest (617) 959-1568

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.

San Xavier, Level B, 37 or 54 mi, 2268 ft (Sat, October 03, 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The San Xavier Event Ride... Ride with GPS map

Starting in Sahuarita, this ride takes us to the beautiful San Xavier Mission along some country roads. San Xavier Mission is a National Historic Landmark and was founded as a Catholic mission by Father Eusebio Kino in 1692. Construction of the current church began in 1783 and was completed in 1797. The oldest intact European structure in Arizona, the church's interior is filled with marvelous original statuary and mural paintings.

37-mile option: take Sahuarita road to Mission to intersect main route.

Socialize after at Pub 1922.

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
We are meeting in the parking lot across from Pub 1922. Lunch there afterwards if interested
There are restrooms in Frys on the right side in the front of the store. It's not walkable so you will need to drive.
About the first 12 miles of the route has a shoulder; after that no shoulder the rest of the route. Please ride single file as much as possible and try to stay in subgroups for safety.
There are restrooms in the Coyote Cafe at the Mission along with drinks and snacks,'
The outbound route is about 35 miles; the return is about 20 with the last 8 miles downhill.

49er Country Club, Level B, 32 mi, 964 ft Brunch and meeting after the ride (Sun, October 04, 2026)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Jack Nicklaus Brunch 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, Woodland Road, and a rest stop at the desert oasis in Aqua Caliente Park.

Brunch afterwards at the Rincon Grill

Ride Leader: Sherree Brasher, (520) 447-0096

Parking: Please Park at the east end of the parking lot near 49er fitness

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.

East Saguaro Park via Bear Canyon, Level B, 34 mi, 1414 ft (Fri, October 09, 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The iconic Saguaro Park Ride... Ride with GPS map

This iconic Tucson ride takes in the loop through East Saguaro National Park. Socialize afterwards at LeBuzz.

Ride Leaders: Greg Kiger (520) 501-7707

Pete Yoest (617) 959-1568

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.

Corona de Tucson, Level B, 50 mi, 1250 ft (Sat, October 10, 2026)

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Tin Cup Ride... Ride with GPS map

This ride visits the site of the filming of the movie Tin Cup in Corona de Tucson. 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.

Air Museum, Level B, 40 mi, 1000 ft (Sun, October 11, 2026)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Outer Space Ride... Ride with GPS Map

This ride takes in the nicest parts of the Loop as well as the Air and Space Museum.

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.

East Saguaro Park via Soldier Trail, Level B, 34 mi, 1557 ft (Fri, October 16, 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The iconic Saguaro Park Ride... Ride with GPS map

This iconic Tucson ride takes in the loop through East Saguaro National Park. Socialize afterwards at LeBuzz.

Ride Leaders: Greg Kiger (520) 501-7707

Pete Yoest (617) 959-1568

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.

Madera Canyon, Level B, 44 mi, 2950 ft (Sat, October 17, 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

The Madera Canyon Event Ride... Ride with GPS Map

Today, we ride to a birder's paradise, Madera Canyon, with a short steep climb at the end.

Lunch after at Pub1922.

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.
We are meeting in the parking lot south of Pub 1922. Lunch there afterwards if interested
There are restrooms in Frys on the right side in the front of the store. It's not walkable so you will need to drive or ride your bike over.

Colossal Cave, Level B, 37 mi, 1550 ft (Sun, October 18, 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:30:00 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 Leaders: Rob Gerin (973) 518-1357

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.

East Saguaro Park via Los Reyes, Level B, 32 mi, 1510 ft (Fri, October 23, 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The iconic Saguaro Park Ride... Ride with GPS map

This iconic Tucson ride takes in the loop through East Saguaro National Park. Socialize afterwards at LeBuzz.

Ride Leaders: Greg Kiger (520) 501-7707

Pete Yoest (617) 959-1568

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.

49er Country Club, Level B, 38 mi, 1400 ft (Sat, October 24, 2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:30:00 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.

Sabino Canyon, Level B, 30 mi, 2300 ft (Sun, October 25, 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:30:00 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.

East Saguaro Park via Bear Canyon, Level B, 34 mi, 1414 ft (Fri, October 30, 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The iconic Saguaro Park Ride... Ride with GPS map

This iconic Tucson ride takes in the loop through East Saguaro National Park. Socialize afterwards at LeBuzz.

Ride Leaders: Greg Kiger (520) 501-7707

Pete Yoest (617) 959-1568

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.

Marsh Station, Level B, 39 mi, 2013 ft (Sat, October 31, 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

The Marsh Station Event Ride...Ride with GPS map.

This ride on Marsh Road takes in the historic Cienega Creek bridge, two train bridges, the Agua Verde Castle and a new stretch of pavement on old Sonoita Road. It is delightful rolling out and back on a traffic-free roads with newer pavement.

Ride Leaders: Rob Gerin (973) 518-1357

Sherree Brasher - (520) 447-0096

Notes:

Please park in the dirt parking lot to the west of the restaurant. Do not park in front of the restaurant.

Cactus Cycling Club upcoming events

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

East Saguaro Park via Soldier Trail, Level B, 34 mi, 1557 ft (Fri, September 25, 2026)

El Tour Loop de Loop (independent event), Levels A/B/C, 54 mi, 700 ft (Sat, September 26, 2026)

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

Marana via Tangerine, Level B, 41 mi, 970 ft (Wed, September 30, 2026)

East Saguaro Park via Los Reyes, Level B, 32 mi, 1510 ft (Fri, October 02, 2026)

San Xavier, Level B, 37 or 54 mi, 2268 ft (Sat, October 03, 2026)

49er Country Club, Level B, 32 mi, 964 ft **Brunch and meeting after the ride ** (Sun, October 04, 2026)

East Saguaro Park via Bear Canyon, Level B, 34 mi, 1414 ft (Fri, October 09, 2026)

Corona de Tucson, Level B, 50 mi, 1250 ft (Sat, October 10, 2026)

Air Museum, Level B, 40 mi, 1000 ft (Sun, October 11, 2026)

East Saguaro Park via Soldier Trail, Level B, 34 mi, 1557 ft (Fri, October 16, 2026)

Madera Canyon, Level B, 44 mi, 2950 ft (Sat, October 17, 2026)

Colossal Cave, Level B, 37 mi, 1550 ft (Sun, October 18, 2026)

East Saguaro Park via Los Reyes, Level B, 32 mi, 1510 ft (Fri, October 23, 2026)

49er Country Club, Level B, 38 mi, 1400 ft (Sat, October 24, 2026)

Sabino Canyon, Level B, 30 mi, 2300 ft (Sun, October 25, 2026)

East Saguaro Park via Bear Canyon, Level B, 34 mi, 1414 ft (Fri, October 30, 2026)

Marsh Station, Level B, 39 mi, 2013 ft (Sat, October 31, 2026)

49er Country Club, Level B, 32 mi, 964 ft Brunch and meeting after the ride (Sun, October 04, 2026)