About AMBC’S JOY RIDE
AMBC Joy Ride’s mission is to get ladies on bikes! We focus on creating a welcoming, non-intimidating environment for all women regardless of skill level.
What we do
We have several riding and learning opportunities throughout the year that utilize our beautiful local trail systems. We host group rides and events where we’ll tackle riding everything from beginner green trails to double black diamond challenges, wayfinding so you can go confidently on your own, general bike maintenance, and trail building events to give back to this awesome cycling community!
We are here to help ladies feel comfortable in the woods. No one gets left behind, and everyone leaves with a big smile. Joy Ride events are FUN social gatherings and most often involve prizes, potlucks, a cool swim or a good flop under a shady tree!
2026 & 2027 Rides
- November 7 – 2026 AMBC Fall Fest Joy Ride
- January 10 – Sharps Ridge Ride for Volunteers
- January 24 – Gravel Ride at North Boundary in Oak Ridge
- February 14 – Galentine’s Day on Valentine’s Day at Loyston Point (All Levels)
- March 21 – Baker Creek with Post-Ride Yoga at Climbing Roots (New Riders through Beginner Plus)
- May – Outlandish Festival
- June – Big South Fork (National Trails Day camping weekend!)
- July 14 – Cades Cove Loop (All Levels)
- August 15 – Concord (New Rider through Intermediate)
- September 26 – Hastie (Beginner Plus & Intermediate)
- November – 2027 AMBC Fall Fest (All Levels)
You can find ride details at AMBC’s Event Calendar, Joy Ride Ticket Tailor, or on our Facebook and Instagram.
Be sure to sign AMBC’s 2026 Waiver to participate in any of our 2026 rides.
How to get started
Show up to one of our FREE, yep, that’s right, FREE events! (In the spirit of AMBC, which has always been donation driven and volunteer based, we would encourage you to contribute to the larger effort of AMBC by JOINING as a full member or making a DONATION.)
You’ll need the following:
- A mountain bike in good working condition – if you are new to the sport we can connect you with a shop for a rental
- A properly certified and correctly fitting helmet
- Water and snacks to get you through the ride
- A good attitude – bikes are fun!
For more information follow along on social @ambcjoyride on instagram, AMBC Joy Ride on FaceBook , or shoot us a note [email protected].
We’d love to see you out there!
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE AND RIDE WITH JOY!
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