Joy Ride - Wildside - Intermediate
2025-07-13 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)

Joy Ride Progression Series - Forks of the River
2025-07-24 18:00 - 20:30 | Forks of the River WMA, 3179 McClure Ln, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Join AMBC Joy Ride for the South Loop Summer Session Series!!
Grab a friend or make some new ones at this free event for female, female-identifying and non-binary riders. This is a way-finding series to get you comfortable navigating the Urban Wilderness on your own. Some trail is technical, but all sessions are under 7 miles and the pace is casual. Our rides are pressure-free and worry-free. We make sure every rider is comfortable with the group’s pace and that no section of trail is beyond the ability level of the group.
This week we’re conquering West Perimeter & Whaley. We will ride from the McClure Lane (Sunflower) Forks of the River parking lot onto West Perimeter trail, then ride Whaley to the Will Skelton Greenway and back. The total distance is around 5 miles.
This event is free, but please register by July 22nd. This helps us ensure we have enough volunteers and supplies.
Our session series are smaller group rides intended for learning. Each South Loop Summer Session Ride will be limited to 8 riders and will take place the second to last Thursday from May – August (rain date last Thursday of each month). Please let the event host know if you are unable to attend after registering, so another Joy Rider can take your place. We will have a waitlist available and will reach out if there is room due to a cancellation. If you have any questions or need to cancel, please contact Claudia at 708-949-0741.
In the event of rain or wet trails, the rain date will be Thursday, May 29th at 6:00pm. We will communicate via email the night before if we need to reschedule to the rain date.
Please bring your helmet, shoes, ride snacks, water, and a way to carry it on your ride! Bring a spare tube if you have one. PLEASE arrive by 6:00pm for sign-in. The ride leaves promptly at 6:15pm.
Joy Ride Event Schedule
6:00 Meet & Sign in
6:00 – 6:15 Announcements
6:15 – 8:30 Ride and have fun!
Thank your ride leaders, sweeps, and fellow riders for a fun morning!
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Ride Leaders & Ride Sweeps needed!
We are always looking for ride leaders and sweeps to help with the ride. If you have ridden the South Loop before or feel comfortable riding at an intermediate skill level, please join us as a ride leader or sweep!
Riding Levels
Beginner Plus: I’m comfortable on green and most blue trails. I’m venturing out onto harder trails, but still have to walk some of the more technical features. Distance: Under 10 miles
Volunteer: I’m a confident rider. I know the trails well, and I’d love to help out as a ride leader or sweep! There will be a separate form for you to list your volunteer preferences. You don’t have to be an advanced rider to volunteer; just be confident at the level you choose in the volunteer form.
For more information on AMBC Joy Ride and upcoming events visit https://ambcknox.org/joyride/
*Event is subject to change based on weather and group consensus. Stay tuned for more info & updates.

Joy Ride Progression Series - Ijams
2025-08-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Meads Quarry, 3526 Island Home Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Join AMBC Joy Ride for the South Loop Summer Session Series!!
Grab a friend or make some new ones at this free event for female, female-identifying and non-binary riders. This is a way-finding series to get you comfortable navigating the Urban Wilderness on your own. Some trail is technical, but all sessions are under 7 miles and the pace is casual. Our rides are pressure-free and worry-free. We make sure every rider is comfortable with the group’s pace and that no section of trail is beyond the ability level of the group.
For the last session of the series we’re conquering Ross Marble & Burnett Ridge. We will ride from the Mead’s Quarry Parking Lot to Ross Marble, over to Burnet Ridge, and walk or ride down Turnbuckle back towards the parking lot. The total distance is around 5 miles. *Please note that the Mead’s Quarry Parking Lot requires a parking tag or $5 fee/vehicle*
This event is free, but please register by August 19th. This helps us ensure we have enough volunteers and supplies.
Our session series are smaller group rides intended for learning. Each South Loop Summer Session Ride will be limited to 8 riders and will take place the second to last Thursday from May – August (rain date last Thursday of each month). Please let the event host know if you are unable to attend after registering, so another Joy Rider can take your place. We will have a waitlist available and will reach out if there is room due to a cancellation. If you have any questions or need to cancel, please contact Claudia at 708-949-0741.
In the event of rain or wet trails, the rain date will be Thursday, May 29th at 6:00pm. We will communicate via email the night before if we need to reschedule to the rain date.
Please bring your helmet, shoes, ride snacks, water, and a way to carry it on your ride! Bring a spare tube if you have one. PLEASE arrive by 6:00pm for sign-in. The ride leaves promptly at 6:15pm.
Joy Ride Event Schedule
6:00 Meet & Sign in
6:00 – 6:15 Announcements
6:15 – 8:30 Ride and have fun!
Thank your ride leaders, sweeps, and fellow riders for a fun morning!
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Ride Leaders & Ride Sweeps needed!
We are always looking for ride leaders and sweeps to help with the ride. If you have ridden the South Loop before or feel comfortable riding at an intermediate skill level, please join us as a ride leader or sweep!
Riding Levels
Beginner Plus: I’m comfortable on green and most blue trails. I’m venturing out onto harder trails, but still have to walk some of the more technical features. Distance: Under 10 miles
Volunteer: I’m a confident rider. I know the trails well, and I’d love to help out as a ride leader or sweep! There will be a separate form for you to list your volunteer preferences. You don’t have to be an advanced rider to volunteer; just be confident at the level you choose in the volunteer form.
For more information on AMBC Joy Ride and upcoming events visit https://ambcknox.org/joyride/
*Event is subject to change based on weather and group consensus. Stay tuned for more info & updates.

Joy Ride - Urban Wilderness - Big Ride! All Levels
2025-09-14 10:00 - 15:00

Joy Ride - IC King - Beginner
2025-10-12 09:00 - 12:00 | I.C. King Park via Maryville Pike, 2625 Maryville Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Calling all BEGINNER mountain bikers! Joy Ride wants to see you at IC King!!! Grab a friend or make some new ones at this event for female, female-identifying, and non-binary riders.

If you are new to mountain biking, looking to feel more comfortable on dirt, or just want to try out new trails with a fun group, this ride is for you!This event is free, but please register by October 10th. This helps us ensure we have enough volunteers and supplies.
Joy Ride is here to help women feel comfortable in the woods. No one gets left behind, and everyone leaves with a big smile. We make sure every rider is comfortable with the group’s pace and that no section of trail is beyond the ability level of the group. We have options for all beginner skill levels, so come party on single track with us!!
Please bring your helmet, shoes, ride snacks, water, and a way to carry it on your ride! Bring a spare tube if you have one. PLEASE arrive before 9:30 AM for sign-in! Thank you!
Joy Ride Full Event Schedule
9:00 – 9:30

Sign in
Mix and mingle with the other attendees

9:30 – 9:45

Announcements

9:45 – 11:30

Ride and have fun!

11:30 – 12:00

Thank your ride leaders, sweeps, and fellow riders for such a fun morning!

Ride leaders needed!
We are always looking for ride leaders and sweeps to lead our ride groups in a fun and safe manner. If you are a confident rider with a genuine interest in sharing your love of the sport and knowledge of the trails, please select “volunteer” in the ticket option below and be on the lookout for an email from madelineshelly@gmail.com. You don’t have to be an advanced rider to volunteer; just be confident at the level you choose in the follow-up form.
Riding Levels
New Rider: I’m entirely new to mountain biking, or I’ve attempted a couple of rides but would love to receive a little coaching. You will get on the dirt, get comfortable with your bike, gear, and learn some basic mountain biking skills.
Distance: Under 5 miles
Beginner: I’m relatively new to mtb. I like it and want to learn about how to be comfortable on varied terrain with more technical features.
Distance: 5- 7 miles
Volunteer: I’m a confident rider. I know the trails well, and I’d love to help out as a ride leader or sweep! There will be a separate form for you to list your volunteer preferences. You don’t have to be an advanced rider to volunteer; just be confident at the level you choose in the volunteer form.
*Rides are subject to change based on weather and group consensus. Stay tuned for more info & updates.

LOCATION
IC King, 2625 Maryville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920

Joy Ride - FALL FEST - Big Ride, All Levels
2025-11-01 10:00 - 15:00

Joy Ride - Volunteer Appreciation
2025-12-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Knoxville Adventure Collective, 900 Volunteer Landing Ln, Knoxville, TN, 37915, United States
All Joy Ride volunteers are invited to a special evening to thank and celebrate the ladies who make Joy Ride possible! Please join us as we celebrate an amazing year of getting more women on bikes and look forward to an exciting 2026. We’ll have hors devours and a fun time at the Knoxville Adventure Collective.
Please RSVP here.
Thank you for all you do!

National Trails Weekend - Big South Fork!
2026-06-06 14:00 - 2026-06-08 23:59 | Big South Fork – Bandy Creek, Bandy Loop, Oneida, 37841
Join us to celebrate National Trail Day with a weekend of fun at Big South Fork!!! We’ll camp at the group campsite, work with the Big South Fork Bike Club, and Ride BIKES!
CAMP (6/6-6/9)
Group site E1 at Bandy Creek Campground is reserved!!! First come, first serve camping. There are no hookups, but plenty of sites to choose from, and all are a leisurely stroll to the campfire, pavilion, and bathhouse. We reserved the group site from Friday afternoon (2 pm) to Monday (noon).
WORK (Saturday, June 7th)
We’ll meet at the Bandy Creek Visitors Center at 9am EST, Our good friends with the Big South Fork Bike Club will have our work projects ready, and AMBC will have all the tools you’ll need for the day. Bring a friend, sturdy shoes, safety glasses, and water! At noon we’ll meet back at Bandy Creek for Lunch and Beers.
EAT
Saturday lunch is provided by Joe and his crew with the Big South Fork Bike Club. Saturday Evening is a potluck, with Harpers Bike Shop providing the protein. Bring a side for 10, along with needed utensils. We’ll host dinner at the group site pavilion @ 7 pm!!! All other meals are on your own, so plan accordingly.
RIDE

6/8 From 2-4:30
AMBC Social Ride has organized 3 rides for all skill levels. Please register for the rides.
6/8 From 10-2
AMBC Joy Ride will lead a women’s only ride that explores parts of the IMBA Epic route. Please register for the ride.
6/8 From 9 – Later
THE EPIC ride is also a Sunday option, this ride is not to be confused with the IMBA Epic route. The ride is one of legend, a ride that typically takes everything you can muster plus a bit more. Rarely repeated, uphills both ways and always a backcountry adventure, it’ll be EPIC. Those who are prepared for 30 miles of self-supported riding in the early summer heat are gonna love it. Each rider needs to pack a lunch, snacks, and a $20. We’ll be stopping for refreshments at our favorite backcountry lodge – Charit Creek Lodge
