Benjamin Rainbow
SeattlePast
- Mukilteo Ferry Landing, get on the 8am ferry for Clinton (map)
For the main course in our winter series, a Mighty Burger. Mostly Whidbey Island rollers, with a hunger for spicy side quests- we'll roll up thru Langley to immerse ourselves in the Putney Woods trail system. There's much more there than we'll have time for, so we'll push on to... read more
Public RideSteady (12-14 mph)15+ milesRolling (Climbs are short and easy, not too numerous)Frequent regroupsRain or shineRoadGravelCyclocross7 - Fauntlaroy Ferry Terminal (map)
A gravel and trail-centric tour de plant-based features of Vashon Island. Easily overlooked and seldom seen portals ensure full immersion and big ole smiles. This is medium-large endeavor with nary a side quest ignored. The route includes a Dockton trail session that may or may not be extended, pending day-of... read more
Public RideSteady (12-14 mph)15+ milesOff-road (Significant unpaved sections)Occasional regroupsRoadGravelMountainCyclocrossMixed-terrain5 - Seattle Waterfront ferry terminal (or behind Winslow Town & Country Market 10:15am) (map)
Dark & Dirty fun. 3 out of 5 🌶️ This in NOT a no-drop ride. Have the route loaded or join up with someone that does. Lots of options to bail, if needed.
Public RideAdults only (21+) (drinking or other adult activities (nudity, etc))Steady (12-14 mph)15+ milesOff-road (Significant unpaved sections)Occasional regroupsRain or shineRoadGravelMountainMixed-terrain3 Immersive Adventurism - a mixed surface group ride w/ community building Happy Hour following
RideSeriesRapha Seattle Clubhouse (map)Join for a social immersion into some of South Seattle's cutty gems. In the vein of the Tasty Lil Ride Series, low gears and high volume tires are rec'd. Full fenders ought to be OK, even better are the Win Wing type. There are 2 short mando HAB sections, some... read more
Public RideLoopSteady (12-14 mph)15+ milesOff-road (Significant unpaved sections)Frequent regroupsRain or shineGravelCyclocrossMixed-terrainHike-A-Bike- Westlake Park, Downtown Seattle (map)
5.5mi sunset costumed spooky spin night ride. Bring lights, helmet, costume for you and/or your bike. Leaving from Westlake Park to Seattle Center fountain, over to east side of Lake Union, cross over Ship Canal at Montlake Bridge to end at Fritz Hedges Park for a seafood boil ($10... read more
Public RideLeisurely (10-12 mph)3-8 milesMostly flat (Trails and/or mostly flat roads with a possible gentle uphill)Rain or shineCasual2 
Seattle Waterfront/Kitsap Passenger Ferry Terminal (map)Call it a ramble, call it an adventure, call it a celebration of light. We're delighted to add this farm fresh ride to our Tasty Lil Ride Series. We'll squad up at the Kingston Ferry Terminal to roll at 7:30 for a Golden Hour scramble to Foulweather Bluff in Hansville.... read more
Public RideSteady (12-14 mph)15+ milesRolling (Climbs are short and easy, not too numerous)RoadGravelMixed-terrain4- I-90 Lid / Lake Washington Overlook (map)
Freshness is key to a plant based diet! Starting at the I-90 lid, we'll kick off with THE Newcastle Long Green Noodle, soak in the May Creek Special Sauce (singletrack). We'll add some sweet dapple to the dip of the Honeydew Creek before farting across Renton/Maplewood. From where we get... read more
Back Alley Bike Repair (map)roll from Back Alley Bike Repair to some sweet West Seattle cold cuts, smoked Salmon Creek & Seahurst Park Dark Chocolate, S. Seataco singletrax, BRT snack time before optional Tape (Gummy) Worm loop, Lake Ridge Ripple Potato Chips, Joint Chiefs of Sealth Trail - End @ Breezy Town Pizza. Will... read more
Public RideAdults only (21+) (drinking or other adult activities (nudity, etc))Steady (12-14 mph)15+ milesSome hills (A few short, steep hills, some moderate upgrades and/or longer gentle climbs)Occasional regroupsRoadGravelMixed-terrain1- Seattle Waterfront/Kitsap Passenger Ferry (map)
The passenger ferry leaves waterfront Seattle at 7:55am There's also a 7:05am and 7:55am leaving for Bainbridge/Winslow, which can be connected with a ~45min ride. And if you're in North Seattle, the Edmonds ferry also leaves at 7:55am. Get to Kingston any way you want. We'll roll out at 9:15am.... read more
Public RideLoopSteady (12-14 mph)15+ milesOff-road (Significant unpaved sections)Frequent regroupsRain or shineGravelMountainMixed-terrain6 
Kingston Ferry Landing (map)Starting from the Kingston Ferry, this ride connects the Green Zones of northern Kitsap County, including the shreddy N. Kitsap Heritage Park, Hansville Wildlife Corridor, Port Gamble trails and some DNR pathways, as well as the Big Valley and Lemolo road sections. Option to stop in Hansville and/or Port Gamble... read more
- Duvall Park & Ride (map)
Climb out the weird back door of Duvall out to Stossel Creek- which is a notably crisp and cold shadowy river road till the climb into the Markworth Forest. We'll look for the teeny cairn indicating we've reached Drunken Charlie Lake for a midway snack smash. 15mi of fast slightly... read more
- River Time Brewing (map)
Head deep in to the Glacier Peak Wilderness and climb over Rat Trap Pass before returning to the Whitechuck River valley. End your day climbing to the top of Gold Hill to enjoy the views above town, with a beautiful decent to the Sauk River Valley. Options in place to... read more
Public Ride4 Ahh, Vashon!
RideFauntlaroy Ferry - 9:15am (map)Classic Vashone' roller derby into the backdoor of Isla Centre' dirt ribbon ceremony. The looped route is merely a place-keeper for in situ forms (+/- singletrack). Squeedle into Old Mill Road, hope for lots of kitties and a high and dry line. Get to Dockton, Rock the Dockton, Watch the... read more
Public RideGravelMixed-terrain
