Please join us for a Holiday Potluck at the Pasadena Ridge Apartment Complex Clubhouse for a fun get-together with fellow trikers and plus ones!

We’ll have a gift exchange. Please bring a new, wrapped gift with no names on it. $15 limit.

We have a full kitchen so bring a dish to share and your own beverage of choice (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). We'll plan to eat around 1:00. And games/festivities to follow.

Hope to see you there!

For more information, please check out our Facebook page.

NOTE: This ride was rescheduled from August 24th to Sunday, September 22nd

Al Cole is the organizer and ride leader. “Meet at Birdy's Sports Bar, 12908 N Division, Spokane, WA 99218 in the Wandermere Mall area. We’ll ride the trail and return for refreshments at Birdy's. Also, a short stop at DDs for a beer or whatever else she forgets to take out of her fridge. I plan to go to our normal B'fast gathering at the Stupid and then go over to the starting point. (Breakfast location may change!) Let me know if you think you'll join me. The beer @ Birdy's is really tasty apres ride.”

NOTE: This ride was rescheduled from August 10th to Sunday, September 15th

Al Cole is the organizer and ride leader. “For the last leg of my annual spring time ride of the spectacular Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, we have scheduled an event to go from the Osburn trailhead, at E Idaho Ave and S 6th St, to the trail terminus at Mullan and return. About a 28-mile excursion…basically flat terrain except for the climb from Wallace to Mullan. Long but not too steep. We'll plan lunch in Wallace on the return. I plan to arrive at the Osburn trailhead between 9:30 and 10 a.m.”

NOTE: This ride was rescheduled from August 4th to Saturday, August 24th

Al Cole is the organizer and ride leader. “For the fourth segment of my annual Spring ride of the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, we've scheduled a 28-mile trek from the Enaville Trailhead to the Osburn Trailhead and return. Mostly a flat ride with some minor hills through the Silver Valley and through Kellogg. Once again, we'll plan on ending the ride with a stop at the Snake Pit. This time an order of Rocky Mountain Oysters (of which some refer to as "Swinging Steaks") may be a choice. I plan to arrive at the Enaville Trailhead between 9:30 and 10 a.m.”

ATTENTION! The Saturday, August 3rd/ AKA Sunday, August 4th, ride has been canceled due to rain. New date TBA.

Al Cole is the organizer and ride leader. “For the third leg of my annual Spring ride of the beautiful Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, we've scheduled another 32-mile outing from the Enaville Trailhead to the Bull Run Trailhead and return. Again mostly flat terrain along the Coeur d'Alene River. Of course, after the ride a stop at the Snake Pit is a must. I plan to arrive at the Enaville Trailhead between 9:30 and 10 a.m.”

Al Cole is the organizer and ride leader. “For the second leg of my annual Spring ride of the wonderful Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes we've scheduled the segment of the trail from the Bull Run Trailhead to Harrison and return. About a 34-mile stretch....this time basically flat, skirting the beautiful Coeur d'Alene River passing a series of lakes where Moose are frequently spotted. Again lunch will be had at One Shot Charlie's in Harrison. I plan to arrive at the Bull Run Trailhead between 9:30 and 10 a.m.”

Join us on a ride of the iconic Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes! Al Cole is the organizer and ride leader. “To begin my annual spring ride of our wonderful Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, we've scheduled the initial segment of the ride from the trailhead at Plummer, at US Route 95 and Annie Antelope Rd, to Harrison and return—about 32 miles with a lunch break at One Shot Charlie's in Harrison. Remember, it's a 7-mile coast to the bridge at Chatcolet but also remember that the 7-mile coast outbound becomes a 7-mile climb back to the starting point. Even so, it's a great ride.”

ATTN: Al Cole needs a headcount for the Shrimp Boil. You can post your response under the event on our FaceBook page, contact a Spokumbent member directly, or email spokumbent@outlook.com with your name and number of people you’re bringing. Like last year, the cost per person is anticipated to be about $10 to cover the awesome food. Hope to see you there!

So says Al: “Back by popular demand, we are planning another Shrimp Boil. This time it will be in a little warmer weather. I plan to start cooking at 3 p.m. and anticipate the shrimp and stuff to come out of the pot about 4. (For those wanting to ride beforehand, we'll meet at the clubhouse at 1 p.m. and ride east on the Centennial Trail as far as folks want to go, probably about 2 hours total.) I will try to minimize the cost depending upon inflation....Once again I look forward to bringing a wee bit of South Louisiana to the table......Allons.....”

For more information, please check out our Facebook page, contact a Spokumbent member, or email spokumbent@outlook.com.

Yes, we typically go to the Stupid Cow but we’re branching out so join us!

Al Cole is the ride leader. After Breakfast at the Cow, we'll meet at the trailhead on 4th Ave in Post Falls at 9:30 a.m. and start the ride at 10 a.m. It's about a 40-mile round trip with a few hills...but it's well worth the effort as the ride takes us through Post Falls along the upper Spokane river, through the Coeur d'Alene resort, Coeur d'Alene, and along Lake Coeur d'Alene and is absolutely beautiful. Refreshment stops will be planned along the way.

Al Cole is the ride organizer and leader. “One of the most interesting and beautiful rides that one would probably never think of doing. I propose to leave The Stupid Cow after our normal breakfast meeting about 8:30 a.m., which puts us to Steptoe Butte State Park a little after 10. Remember, the use of State parks require The Discover Pass (day use is $10), but there are exemptions and exceptions. Check out The Discover Pass Website. It's a great, short ride and I hope for a good turnout.” And don’t forget to ask Al why he calls it “Mount Hibachi”! (Note: This ride was originally scheduled for July 1st but was rescheduled to August 5th.)

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The butte contains some of the oldest rock in the Pacific Northwest, and it marks the border of the original North American Continent. Steptoe has, over time, been a wagon road, a hotel site and an observatory location. In addition to inspiring vistas, the 3,612-foot summit displays several interpretive panels that pay homage to its distinctive geology.

Yakima Crime Stoppers holds an annual “Your Canyon for a Day” bike tour. They shutdown the highway to motorized traffic through the Yakima River Canyon for the ride. It’s a beautiful 35-mile ride between Ellensburg and Yakima and takes place Sunday, May 19th between 9 AM and 3 PM. (The website states, “The road follows the Yakima River up a gentle grade with few hills,” but this is not accurate. There are definitely some long, steep climbs!) Registration is and costs $65 per person or $110 per family non-refundable, and people registering before May 1st will receive a free t-shirt. For those coming from the South-Yakima end, the staging area is at the Roza Recreation Site at milepost 7 on SR 821. For those coming from the North-Ellensburg end, you'll park at the staging area/field marked with our Crime Stopper PARKING banners (if you have questions or need assistance, please speak with one of the volunteers working at the North registration table/booth). Riders traveling from the west side will save 70 miles round trip by starting on the North-Ellensburg end of the ride. (Map location is an estimate of the south end registration and parking location.)

http://www.crimestoppersyakco.org/sitemenu.aspx?P=custom&D=6&ID=700

Join us for a fun potluck as we roll into the new riding season! BYOB (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), a dish to share and a plus one if you want. There may be a pre-party ride so watch this page or the Facebook page for updates. Email info@spokumbent.com for location details.

Did you know Cinco de Mayo isn't Mexico's Independence Day actually! It's about a specific battle in 1862. When Benito Juárez took office in 1861, Mexico was in a tough spot financially and he was forced to default on debt payments to European governments. In response, France, Britain and Spain sent naval forces to Veracruz, Mexico, demanding repayment. Britain and Spain negotiated with Mexico and withdrew their forces, but France, led by Napoleon III, saw it as a chance to take over Mexico.

In a David-versus-Goliath scenario--France's 6000 troops to Mexico's 2000--the under-equipped Mexican force, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza, defended Puebla. On May 5, 1862, the French attacked with all their might. Surprisingly, the outnumbered Mexican troops held their ground, and by day's end, the French retreated, having lost about 500 soldiers to Mexico's fewer than 100.

While not a game-changer, this Battle of Puebla became a symbol of Mexican resilience and rallied their spirits. By 1867, with a boost from the United States post-Civil War, France withdrew from Mexico. It didn't change the war's course, but it stood as a proud moment in Mexico's fight against outside influence.

TIME CHANGED TO 2 PM Please join us for a Holiday Potluck at the Pasadena Ridge Apartment Complex Clubhouse for a fun get-together with fellow trikers and plus ones!

This will be potluck and BYOB with a fun White Elephant exchange (Bring a wrapped gift-$10 limit-can be fun regift).

We have a full kitchen so bring a dish to share and your own beverage of of choice (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). We'll plan to eat around 2:00. And games/festivities to follow.

RSVP ASAP Also, I sent invites only to those who have attended rides/events in the past. That doesn't mean you're not welcome!!! We were just trying not to pester those who don't live in our area or want to be part of the FB Group but not in person.

Hope to see you there!

For more information, please check out our Facebook page or email spokumbent@outlook.com.

Jim Crews is the ride organizer and leader. “Repeat of our Hills and Dales Ride through the West Side of the Valley. This ride will be open for those only wanting to ride a 10 mile, 18 mile or 25 mile loop.
We leave my house at 0900, ride to the Wye. Turn South on the Wye and head down to South Kootenai Creek. Go West on S. Kootenai Creek until we hit Salish. Turn South on Salish, ride until we hit St. Mary's Rd.
The rest of us will run St. Mary's Road over to Indian Prairie Loop.
At that point the 10 milers can run East on St. Mary's Road to the Bike path, then go North.
The rest of us will run Indian Prairie Loop over to Curlew.
At that point the 18 milers can run East on St. Mary's Road to the Bike path, then go North.
The rest of us will run East on Curlew to Iroquois and run over to Sweat House and proceed West to Pleasant View Road. We will then run south on Pleasant View Road, running down the Mother of all Hills, to 5th Ave. Then turn East on 5th Ave to run into Victor to the park for a short break. Then head North on the Bike Path to complete the 25 mile run.

You can watch some of the videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@threewheelsofthebitterroo.../videos”

ATTN: Al Cole needs a headcount for the Shrimp Boil. You can post your response under the event on our FaceBook page or email spokumbent@outlook.com with your name and number of people you’re bringing. Like last year, the cost per person is $10 to cover the awesome food. Hope to see you there!

So says Al: “Back by popular demand, we are planning another Shrimp Boil. This time it will be in a little warmer weather. I plan to start cooking at 3 p.m. and anticipate the shrimp and stuff to come out of the pot about 4. I will try to minimize the cost depending upon inflation....Once again I look forward to bringing a wee bit of South Louisiana to the table......Allons.....”

For more information, please check out our Facebook page or email spokumbent@outlook.com.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED TO JUNE 8, 2024 to enjoy more beautiful colors and milder weather.

Al Cole is the ride organizer and leader. “One of the most interesting and beautiful rides that one would probably never think of doing. I propose to leave The Stupid Cow after our normal breakfast meeting about 8:30 a.m., which puts us to Steptoe Butte State Park a little after 10. Remember, the use of State parks require The Discover Pass (day use is $10), but there are exemptions and exceptions. Check out The Discover Pass Website. It's a great, short ride and I hope for a good turnout.” And don’t forget to ask Al why he calls it “Mount Hibachi”! (Note: This ride was originally scheduled for July 1st but was rescheduled to August 5th.)

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The butte contains some of the oldest rock in the Pacific Northwest, and it marks the border of the original North American Continent. Steptoe has, over time, been a wagon road, a hotel site and an observatory location. In addition to inspiring vistas, the 3,612-foot summit displays several interpretive panels that pay homage to its distinctive geology.

Herb is the ride organizer and leader. You guys know the drill: beautiful ride, great food, fantastic company! The ride starts at Plummer trailhead at 9:30 with a stop at One Shot Charlie’s in Harrison and back again. It’s about 32 miles round trip. Remember it's a 7-mile coast to the bridge at Chatcolet but also remember that the 7-mile coast outbound becomes a 7-mile climb back to the starting point. Herb is the ride leader.

Stacy Kohl is the ride organizer and leader. “Light your trike/bike up and join us for a fun evening ride on the Centennial Trail from Mission Park through Spokane's Riverfront Park. Route will be about 10 miles (all flat) at a leisurely pace with minimal road crossings.”

Al Cole is the ride organizer and leader. “I am creating an optional ride from the 4th Street trailhead in Post Falls to the North Idaho Centennial Trail terminus at Higgins Point on beautiful Lake Coeur d'Alene. The ride takes you through Post Falls to Coeur d'Alene, through the grounds of the Coeur d'Alene Resort, and along the lake to Higgins Point. Too beautiful to fully describe. We will plan a refreshment break somewhere along the route. The round-trip ride will cover about 35 miles or so on flat and hilly surfaces.”

Al Cole is the organizer and ride leader. “I am creating an optional ride from the Fish Lake Bike trailhead, at W 9th Ave and S Lindeke St., to Cheney and return. The round-trip ride will cover about 30 miles or so on basically flat surfaces with some hills. We will plan a refreshment break in Cheney.”

Please join us for our weekly breakfast date at The Stupid Cow! We'll either ride or drive to it. It’s about 2 1/2 miles of easy road riding, and in a group we should be good.

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Al Cole is the ride organizer and leader. “I am creating an optional ride from the Barker Road trailhead, just north of N Barker Rd and East Riverway Ln, to Kendall Yards and return covering a major portion of our wonderful Spokane Centennial Trail along the Spokane River, through Spokane's Downtown Riverfront Park to Kendall Yards where we’ll have a refreshment break. The round-trip ride will cover about 30 miles or so on basically flat surfaces.”

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Al Cole is the organizer and ride leader. “For the last leg of my annual spring time ride of the spectacular Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, we have scheduled an event to go from the Osburn trailhead, at E Idaho Ave and S 6th St, to the trail terminus at Mullan and return. About a 28-mile excursion…basically flat terrain except for the climb from Wallace to Mullan. Long but not too steep. We'll plan lunch in Wallace on the return. Plan to arrive at the Osburn trailhead between 9:30 and 10 a.m.”