Local Ride Calendar
This weekly ride schedule includes Woodlands-area rides led by local bike organizations and bike shops.
We have several active group rides in the Woodlands area, including shop rides, club rides, cross-country/MTB rides, and small groups looking for more cyclists.
Many of these rides are posted on Chasing Watts.Chasing Watts is a web page and a smart phone app – it has no advertising and it charges no fees. With a free Chasing Watts account, you simply search the ride calendar for area rides. You can RSVP and look at the list of other cyclists. You can download the route in multiple formats. You can (and should) check in for updates, as ride times can be changed or even cancelled for reasons such as inclement weather, special events, etc. The Chasing Watts app can be configured to send you ride-related notifications too. Also, anyone can create a ride on Chasing Watts — if you build it, they will come!
This overview of local rides is provided by BTWC Board Member and avid rider John Zgourides. The following group rides occur regularly (as of May 2026) and many of the weekly rides listed below are listed each week on Chasing Watts. These rides are subject to cancellations and time changes (please confirm the details beforehand). Your mileage may vary, as they say: reach out to the sponsoring shops and organizations to confirm meeting points, times, and other details. Last updated: 04/24/26
SUNDAY:
Sun & Ski Shop Ride: this shop-based road ride is the biggest regular group ride in our area. Start time varies seasonally (7:00 AM or 7:30 AM); starts from Sun & Ski at 25415 I-45, Spring, TX 77380. They have four (4) groups: the A group averages 20+ mph over 40 miles; the B group averages 18+ mph over 40 miles; the C group averages 15-16 mph over 33 miles; and the new D group averages 12 mph over 20 miles. All groups stop at Creekside Green for fellowship and a restroom break. Great coffee and pastries are available at Levure Bakery. Complimentary refreshments are usually served at the shop afterwards. Join their Facebook group to stay updated: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sunandskiwoodlandsgroupride/?mibextid=oMANbw.
The Woodlands MTB Dirt Church: this community-based cross country mountain bike ride starts at 9:00 AM from Rob Fleming Recreation Center at 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77389; the ride is approximately 20 miles along the Spring Creek Nature Trail - the group typically goes west to Roy Burroughs Park, takes a water/restroom break, and returns, or alternatively, goes east to Grogan’s Point Park, takes a water/restroom break, and returns. Some bring gravel bikes, but this trail has lots of roots and sand. A cross country mountain bike is highly recommended. There is an air pump at the Rob Fleming Recreation Center trailhead. Sign up each week on Chasing Watts to receive ride-related updates as the group has two mantras: “Leave no trace” and “Don’t ride muddy trails.”
TUESDAY:
ROMMEO Tuesday Morning Ride: ROMMEO stands for “Retired Old Muchachos and Muchachas Enjoying the Outdoors,” but don’t let their name fool you — this community-based road ride is hard and fast. Despite the efforts of the group leaders, riders can get dropped far away from the start. Starting times/points/routes vary (usually 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM from either Fitness Project Fitness Project at 6511 FM 1488, Magnolia, TX 77354 or otherwise from Whole Foods at 1925 Hughes Landing Blvd., The Woodlands, TX 77380); approx 60-100 miles; 20+ mph average speed. Check calendar on Chasing Watts.
Trek Shop Ride: this is a shop-based road ride; start time 6:00 PM; starts from Trek Bikes at 4747 Research Forest Blvd., The Woodlands, TX 77381; two 15 mile loops through the Woodlands; 19-20 mph average speed; when enough riders participate, the leaders break into an A group and a B group. Check with the Trek shop for updates on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrekBicycleTheWoodlands; also check calendar on Chasing Watts.
Tuesday Night Ride: this community-based road ride starts at 5:30 PM from Whole Foods at 1925 Hughes Landing, The Woodlands, TX 77380; the second spicier lap begins from the start point at 6:30 PM; 44 miles at 18-20+ mph average speeds (this group often fractures into two or three smaller groups). Check calendar on Chasing Watts. Bring lights!
THURSDAY:
ROMMEO Thursday Morning Ride: This is a hard and fast this community-based road ride. Despite the efforts of the group leaders, riders can get dropped far away from the start. Starting times/points/routes vary (usually 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM from either Fitness Project Fitness Project at 6511 FM 1488, Magnolia, TX 77354 or Whole Foods at 1925 Hughes Landing Blvd., The Woodlands, TX 77380); approx 60-100 miles; 20+ mph average speed. Check calendar on Chasing Watts.
Race Ready Repair Thursday Evening Shop Ride: this is a seasonal shop-based road ride; starting time varies (currently 6:15 PM); start from Race Ready Repair at 1188 W. Dallas, Conroe, TX 77301; 23 mile road ride; 18+ mph average speed; NOTE: the first Thursday of the month is a slower more social/party paced group (fat tire optional); check the shop Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/RaceReadyRepair; also check calendar on Chasing Watts.
FRIDAY:
Love & Coffee Ride: this community-based road ride is about fellowship; start time varies seasonally (usually 7:30 AM or 8:00 AM); starts from Fitness Project at 6511 FM 1488, Magnolia, TX 77354; approx 25 miles from Fitness Project to Starbucks on Lake Conroe; 16 mph average speed; this is a social/coffee ride (no drop); check calendar on Chasing Watts.
SATURDAY:
Friends of Friends/FOF Saturday Morning Ride: this community-based road ride is more regular in the summer months; starting times/points/routes vary (usually 7:00 AM or 7:30 AM); approx 50-100 miles; average speed usually 19-20 mph; check calendar on Chasing Watts. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14ZQQcyvhkp/
Bikeland Shop Ride: this shop-based road ride starts at 7:30 AM from Whole Foods at 1925 Hughes Landing Blvd., The Woodlands, TX 77380; approximately 50 mile route from Whole Foods to Starbucks on Lake Conroe; average speed 18-20 mph (rolling 20-25 mph); check with shop for updates. Check the shop Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18FAfdE44p/; also check calendar on Chasing Watts.
Race Ready Repair Shop Ride: starting time varies (currently 8:00 AM); start from Race Ready Repair at 1188 W. Dallas, Conroe, TX 77301. There are three groups: 50 miles at 18+ mph average speed; 38 miles at 17+ average speed; and, 33 miles at 15+ average speed. Check the shop Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/RaceReadyRepair; also check calendar on Chasing Watts.
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