Two Wheels, A Million Vibes: Atlanta's Bike Scene Right Now🍑🚲

And just like that, POOF, another Friday is here. That also means it’s time for the next volume of the Saddle Up ATL newsletter!

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The fall is fast approaching and that means the annual Biketober challenge is nearly here (sign up)! There will be multiple prizes for riding during the month of October, but be sure to sign up before September 30th to be entered in their early bird drawing for a $1k Airbnb gift card. As always, our cycling club MWR ATL will launch teams for the challenge so watch our socials and Discord (links at the bottom of the email) to sign up to be part of Team Tots, Peach, Pizza, Possum, or Spicy! We encourage you to also join our overall Atlanta group here to keep the fun going all year long.

See you out there,

Mr. & Mrs. Midweek Roll (Logan & Jen) 

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Construction is underway on a 45-acre bike park at Shirley Clarke Franklin Park that will feature 2.25 miles of mountain bike trails for various skill levels. More information on the park and project status can be found here. Instagram users Ceoxdrone and Beltlinejohn have some pretty great shots/views of the park.

The Atlanta Regional Commission wants your input for their Riding Forward initiative, which aims to help strengthen trail and bicycling facility connections across metro Atlanta. Find out more information here or stop by their booth at any of the following festivals/events:

As part of ATL Dot’s South Boulevard Safe Street Project, they have repaved and striped new bike lanes on Boulevard SE from the BeltLine all the way to McDonough Blvd. Be sure to watch out for the drainage grates facing the wrong way in the bike lane that will eat your tire! If you check out the new lanes be sure to stop by one of our favorite spots, Red’s Beer Garden. In addition to being a cool venue and great people, they also host a series of local events, including some for the cycling community.

MWR ATL and Saddle Up ATL are not responsible for any ride other than our own. Ride at your own risk. While we endeavor to provide accurate information, be sure to double-check all ride socials for any updates and details on the required skill level.

All rides are weekly unless indicated otherwise with a *

*FRI, 09/18, 6:30PM - Bikes & Brews
Guild + Journeyman

FRI, 09/18, 7:00PM - Fish Scales ATL Friday Night Joyride & Chill
Pittsburgh Yards

*SAT, 09/19, 6:30AM - Specialized Atlanta Lunch Ride
Specialized Atlanta

*SAT, 09/19, 6:45AM - Bonafide Century Build Up
Inman Park MARTA Station

*SAT, 09/19, 8:00AM - Get In Where You Fit In Annual Community Ride
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta

SUN, 09/20, 8:45AM - Grant Park Neighborhood Bike Ride
Loose Nuts Cycles

SUN, 09/20, 9:00AM - Bikechurch ATL
Wild Heaven Beer (West End)

*SUN, 09/20, 9:00AM - RAR ATL Grocery Ride to YDFM
Opo Coffee

*SUN, 09/20, 12:30PM - MWR ATL’s Good Vibe Ride
97 Estoria 

SUN, 09/20, 8:00PM - Dope Pedalers Sunday Ride
502 Pryor St

MON, 09/21, 5:45PM - Bonafide Motivation Monday
Inman Park MARTA Station

MON, 09/21, 7:00PM - Atlanta Social Bike Rides
97 Estoria 

TUE, 09/22, 11:00AM - Dope Pedalers Tuesday Ride
151 Sampson St

TUE, 09/22, 6:00PM - Tuesday BOOsday
The Westwood

TUE, 09/22, 6:00PM - Get Rad ATL Tasty Tuesday
Specialized Atlanta

TUE, 09/22, 7:00PM - Flight Club Atlanta
Woodruff Park

WED, 09/23 6:00AM - Mash 2 Brash 
Loose Nuts Cycles

WED, 09/23 5:45PM - Bonafide Elevate Wednesday
Inman Park MARTA Station

WED, 09/23 6:30PM - Shift Happens
Glenwood Kroger Parking Lot

WED, 09/23, 7:00PM - Bikefolks ATL
97 Estoria 

THUR, 09/24, 6:00PM - Tri-Cities Neighborhoods Bike Rides
Outback Bikes Hapeville

THUR, 09/24, 8:00PM - Dope Pedalers Thursday Thrill
502 Pryor St

*FRI, 09/25, 6:30PM - Critical Mass
Woodruff Park

*SAT, 09/26, 6:45AM - Bonafide Century Build Up
Inman Park MARTA Station

*SAT, 09/26 11:45PM - ATL Midnight Full Moon Ride
Java Lords

SUN, 09/27, 8:45AM - Grant Park Neighborhood Bike Ride
Loose Nuts Cycles

SUN, 09/27, 9:00AM - Bikechurch ATL
Wild Heaven Beer (West End)

*SUN, 09/27, 2:00PM - Atlanta Streets Alive
Peachtree St from Mitchell St SW to 15th St NE

*SUN, 09/27, 2:00PM - Farm Fondo ATL's Urban Farm Bike Ride
Indian Creek Park & Ride

SUN, 09/27, 8:00PM - Dope Pedalers Sunday Ride
502 Pryor St

MON, 09/28, 5:45PM - Bonafide Motivation Monday
Inman Park MARTA Station

MON, 09/28, 7:00PM - Atlanta Social Bike Rides
97 Estoria 

TUE, 09/29, 11:00AM - Dope Pedalers Tuesday Ride
151 Sampson St

TUE, 09/29, 6:00PM - Tuesday BOOsday
The Westwood

TUE, 09/29, 6:00PM - Get Rad ATL Tasty Tuesday
Specialized Atlanta

TUE, 09/29, 7:00PM - Flight Club Atlanta
Woodruff Park

WED, 09/30, 6:00AM - Mash 2 Brash 
Loose Nuts Cycles

WED, 09/30 5:45PM - Bonafide Elevate Wednesday
Inman Park MARTA Station

WED, 09/30 6:30PM - Shift Happens
Glenwood Kroger Parking Lot

WED, 09/30, 7:00PM - Bikefolks ATL
97 Estoria 

*THUR, 10/01, 6:45AM - Sunrise Ride ATL
Con Leche

THUR, 10/01, 6:00PM - Tri-Cities Neighborhoods Bike Rides
Outback Bikes Hapeville

*THUR, 10/01, 7:00PM - Sabrina’s Indian Food Ride
97 Estoria 

THUR, 10/01, 8:00PM - Dope Pedalers Thursday Thrill
502 Pryor St

FRI, 10/02, 7:00PM - Fish Scales ATL Friday Night Joyride & Chill
Pittsburgh Yards

Camp Twin Lakes Rutledge East
1391 Keencheefoonee Rd Rutledge, Georgia 30663
[email protected]

The 20th Annual Camp Twin Lakes Spin For Kids is coming up on October 4th!

From their press release:

Every October, Camp Twin Lakes hosts Spin For Kids, a fun and fulfilling charity ride through the scenic backroads of Morgan County, Georgia. Open to riders of all skill levels, the event offers seven route options: 5, 15, 20, 27, 47, 62, or 100 miles.

Along the way, participants enjoy local treats at fully stocked rest stops, while first aid teams, route marshals, and bike technicians ensure a safe and smooth ride. Parents can also register their children for Day Camp, allowing the whole family to be part of the experience!

The ride concludes with a lively celebration at Camp, featuring delicious food, beer, live music, and a family fun zone. Best of all, 100% of funds raised by riders directly support Camp Twin Lakes, helping to provide life-changing experiences for children with serious illnesses, disabilities, or other challenges. Together, we’re making a difference—one mile at a time!

A Day Full of Fun:

Registration at www.spinforkids.org