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Rain or Shine - Saturday May 9th!

Bikes, gear, merchandise memberships, and a sweet little raffle ($250 bundle of goodness including an annual membership to the @mohonkpreserve) …and MORE.

@fatsinthecats

#ridethegunks

Rain or Shine - Saturday May 9th!

Bikes, gear, merchandise memberships, and a sweet little raffle ($250 bundle of goodness including an annual membership to the @mohonkpreserve) …and MORE.

@fatsinthecats

#ridethegunks

WVRT trail report New Paltz - Williams Lake. Lots of debris and sticks from the wind. Several downed trees. There is a larger tree leaning up halfway across the trail. Please use caution. And…#getoutside

#ridethegunks @wallkillvalleyrailtrail

WVRT trail report New Paltz - Williams Lake. Lots of debris and sticks from the wind. Several downed trees. There is a larger tree leaning up halfway across the trail. Please use caution. And…#getoutside

#ridethegunks @wallkillvalleyrailtrail

THUNDER on the Ridge! The 2025 @shawangunkgrit brought 650+ cyclists to get some gravel and grit. And boy was it epic. Huge thanks to our sponsors @orbea @sramroad @ridethegunks @skratchlabs @wingnut_life @arrowoodfarms @bicycledepot @orangecountycrushers and @fornorosso_hv and @franksfreshpicklingco for feeding the masses. Thank you @mohonkpreserve @mohonkmountainhouse - see you in 26 💥

#gravelgrinder #shawangunks #getoutside

THUNDER on the Ridge! The 2025 @shawangunkgrit brought 650+ cyclists to get some gravel and grit. And boy was it epic. Huge thanks to our sponsors @orbea @sramroad @ridethegunks @skratchlabs @wingnut_life @arrowoodfarms @bicycledepot @orangecountycrushers and @fornorosso_hv and @franksfreshpicklingco for feeding the masses. Thank you @mohonkpreserve @mohonkmountainhouse - see you in 26 💥

#gravelgrinder #shawangunks #getoutside

Pre-GRIT Goodies: tech shirt, aromatic and superior cleansing soap, and hydration. Thank you friends. @goodbyedirtybutthole @skratchlabs @mohonkpreserve

Now eat some carbs (and candy) and get ready for some gravel & grit!
#shawangunks #ridethegunks #mohonkpreserve #shawangunkgrit

Pre-GRIT Goodies: tech shirt, aromatic and superior cleansing soap, and hydration. Thank you friends. @goodbyedirtybutthole @skratchlabs @mohonkpreserve

Now eat some carbs (and candy) and get ready for some gravel & grit!
#shawangunks #ridethegunks #mohonkpreserve #shawangunkgrit

Do you have GRIT? The 2025 Shawangunk Grit is almost SOLD OUT. Get a spot while you can. (Nov 1st).

https://www.bikereg.com/grit

Every participant gets a free entry to win a H40 Orbea Terra or a Hammerhead Karoo. Thank you, @orbea and @sramroad , those on the 50-mile route have a chance at a $300 Prize bundle if you can conquer our Lenape climb! *Additional raffle tickets available on race day or the Mohonk Preserve visitor center.

Food - we have an all-star lineup with @fornorosso_hv (Forno Ross Hudson Valley) and THE Frank’s Fresh of local fame. @franksfreshpicklingco There will be plenty to feast on.

STACKED aid stations. (we are prepared) Pre-Post ride hydration and nutrition from our friends at @skratchlabs

But wait...afterwards hang with friends at the GRAVEL & GRIT expo - swag, merch, gear, jerseys, hats, custom bike bags, and MORE. Shawangunk Biking Association - FULL merch lineup, memberships, and fun.

@bicycledepot - representing with merch, pre-ride checks, AND Orbea demos.

Wait...there’s more. Afterwards, when your rig is dusty and gritty, we have our friends from @orangecountycrushers - Orange County Crushers Youth MTB - with a bike wash station.

650 cyclists strong. GRIT...and MORE.

#gravelcyclist #shawangunks #ridethegunks

Do you have GRIT? The 2025 Shawangunk Grit is almost SOLD OUT. Get a spot while you can. (Nov 1st).

https://www.bikereg.com/grit

Every participant gets a free entry to win a H40 Orbea Terra or a Hammerhead Karoo. Thank you, @orbea and @sramroad , those on the 50-mile route have a chance at a $300 Prize bundle if you can conquer our Lenape climb! *Additional raffle tickets available on race day or the Mohonk Preserve visitor center.

Food - we have an all-star lineup with @fornorosso_hv (Forno Ross Hudson Valley) and THE Frank’s Fresh of local fame. @franksfreshpicklingco There will be plenty to feast on.

STACKED aid stations. (we are prepared) Pre-Post ride hydration and nutrition from our friends at @skratchlabs

But wait...afterwards hang with friends at the GRAVEL & GRIT expo - swag, merch, gear, jerseys, hats, custom bike bags, and MORE. Shawangunk Biking Association - FULL merch lineup, memberships, and fun.

@bicycledepot - representing with merch, pre-ride checks, AND Orbea demos.

Wait...there’s more. Afterwards, when your rig is dusty and gritty, we have our friends from @orangecountycrushers - Orange County Crushers Youth MTB - with a bike wash station.

650 cyclists strong. GRIT...and MORE.

#gravelcyclist #shawangunks #ridethegunks

Congratulations to all of the 2025 SURVIVORS! Another year, another epic @sostriathlon We are your friends from @ridethegunks (The SBA) and we were there with you on the trails. We’re there if you need us and we’re by your side (looking strong, keep it going, you got this) - proud to be part of this amazing team and with all of you on your journey to Skytop! 🌟 See you in 2026! #sostriathlon #ridethegunks #getoutside #adventure

Congratulations to all of the 2025 SURVIVORS! Another year, another epic @sostriathlon We are your friends from @ridethegunks (The SBA) and we were there with you on the trails. We’re there if you need us and we’re by your side (looking strong, keep it going, you got this) - proud to be part of this amazing team and with all of you on your journey to Skytop! 🌟 See you in 2026! #sostriathlon #ridethegunks #getoutside #adventure

TRAIL UPDATE: Minnewaska State Park and their trail network is now OPEN!

Helmets are mandatory (duh). Also be aware of the Western/southern side of Awosting that is closed for the season due to carriage trail renovation. Plenty of signage (read it):

Lake Awosting Carriage Road will be closed for the 2025 season to all users. Access will be provided to Lake Awosting Beach during swim season but not beyond. Please adhere to all posted trail closures.Thank you for your cooperation. @minnewaskastateparkpreserve #ridethegunks #getoutside #adventure

TRAIL UPDATE: Minnewaska State Park and their trail network is now OPEN!

Helmets are mandatory (duh). Also be aware of the Western/southern side of Awosting that is closed for the season due to carriage trail renovation. Plenty of signage (read it):

Lake Awosting Carriage Road will be closed for the 2025 season to all users. Access will be provided to Lake Awosting Beach during swim season but not beyond. Please adhere to all posted trail closures.Thank you for your cooperation. @minnewaskastateparkpreserve #ridethegunks #getoutside #adventure

Early Spring Trail Updates - as this is a transition time of the season, please be aware of trail closures or weather related safety issues. @mohonkpreserve @minnewaskastateparkpreserve @openspaceinstitute @mohonkmountainhouse @wallkillvalleyrailtrail

#ridethegunks #shawangunks #newpaltz #gardinerny

Feel free to comment on trail conditions or issues from your rides. #getoutside

Early Spring Trail Updates - as this is a transition time of the season, please be aware of trail closures or weather related safety issues. @mohonkpreserve @minnewaskastateparkpreserve @openspaceinstitute @mohonkmountainhouse @wallkillvalleyrailtrail

#ridethegunks #shawangunks #newpaltz #gardinerny

Feel free to comment on trail conditions or issues from your rides. #getoutside

Fats in the Cats + SBA. Come out, make friends, buy stuff (oh, and bikes, lots of bikes!!) we will have Ride the Gunks swag and MORE.

If you have your own stuff you’d like to sell (gear, bikes, cycling goodies) please send a DM on how to coordinate.

May 10th - New Paltz High School.
#getoutside #shawangunks #ridethegunks #cycling

Fats in the Cats + SBA. Come out, make friends, buy stuff (oh, and bikes, lots of bikes!!) we will have Ride the Gunks swag and MORE.

If you have your own stuff you’d like to sell (gear, bikes, cycling goodies) please send a DM on how to coordinate.

May 10th - New Paltz High School.
#getoutside #shawangunks #ridethegunks #cycling

NEW bike stand alert! The SBA is proud to donate another bike stand to our friends at @minnewaskastateparkpreserve #ridethegunks #shawangunks #gravelbike

Stay tuned for our 2025 projects and please consider becoming a member!

NEW bike stand alert! The SBA is proud to donate another bike stand to our friends at @minnewaskastateparkpreserve #ridethegunks #shawangunks #gravelbike

Stay tuned for our 2025 projects and please consider becoming a member!

Epic gravel, Epic views, Epic Sun, Epic Friends. And…EPIC GRIT!! The Shawangunk Grit 2024 did not disappoint. @shawangunkgrit Nearly 600 gravel warriors breached the ridge in unity. Thank you to the @mohonkpreserve for another successful event. And a huge thank you to our sponsors: @orbea @sramroad @skratchlabs @arrowoodfarms @goodbyedirtybutthole @chakrabowls @bicycledepot @wingnut_life @bikewaybicycles - without you, this day would not have been possible.

Missed the gravel this year? Do you have GRIT in 2025?! More sponsors, more friends, more Gravel & Grit!

#shawangunks #ridethegunks #shawangunkgrit

Support cycling on and around the Shawangunk Ridge - joint the SBA to support events like the Grit!!

Epic gravel, Epic views, Epic Sun, Epic Friends. And…EPIC GRIT!! The Shawangunk Grit 2024 did not disappoint. @shawangunkgrit Nearly 600 gravel warriors breached the ridge in unity. Thank you to the @mohonkpreserve for another successful event. And a huge thank you to our sponsors: @orbea @sramroad @skratchlabs @arrowoodfarms @goodbyedirtybutthole @chakrabowls @bicycledepot @wingnut_life @bikewaybicycles - without you, this day would not have been possible.

Missed the gravel this year? Do you have GRIT in 2025?! More sponsors, more friends, more Gravel & Grit!

#shawangunks #ridethegunks #shawangunkgrit

Support cycling on and around the Shawangunk Ridge - joint the SBA to support events like the Grit!!

Do you have GRIT?! See you tomorrow! @orbea @sramroad @skratchlabs

The Shawangunk Grit 2024 launches tomorrow. See you there. #ridethegunks #shawangunks #gravelgrinder AND - check our sponsors and vendors out in our Gravel & Grit Expo @wingnut_life @bicycledepot @tacotruckgardiner @chakrabowls @goodbyedirtybutthole

Do you have GRIT?! See you tomorrow! @orbea @sramroad @skratchlabs

The Shawangunk Grit 2024 launches tomorrow. See you there. #ridethegunks #shawangunks #gravelgrinder AND - check our sponsors and vendors out in our Gravel & Grit Expo @wingnut_life @bicycledepot @tacotruckgardiner @chakrabowls @goodbyedirtybutthole

Post @shawangunkgrit Fuel! This year we are introducing the opportunity to recovery with our friends at @chakrabowls.

Grab a smoothie and explore the Gravel & Grit expo with @bicycledepot, @sramroad @orbea @ridethegunks @wingnut_life @skratchlabs @tacotruckgardiner - food, friends, GRIT!

#gravelbike #gravelgrinder #ridethegunks #shawangunkgrit #shawangunks

Post @shawangunkgrit Fuel! This year we are introducing the opportunity to recovery with our friends at @chakrabowls.

Grab a smoothie and explore the Gravel & Grit expo with @bicycledepot, @sramroad @orbea @ridethegunks @wingnut_life @skratchlabs @tacotruckgardiner - food, friends, GRIT!

#gravelbike #gravelgrinder #ridethegunks #shawangunkgrit #shawangunks

The @shawangunkgrit is a week away (there are a few spots left). Featured sponsor @wingnut_life will be onsite contributing several performance sling packs to the winners of our timed segment. Owner/creator Scott Gibson also will be taking measurements on custom designed frame packs. Check them out in our Gravel & Grit expo!

If you can’t wait…

Use code: GUNKGRIT15
15% Off Site Wide
www.wingnutgear.com

#gravelbike #gravelgrinder #shawangunks #ridethegunks #outdooradventures

The @shawangunkgrit is a week away (there are a few spots left). Featured sponsor @wingnut_life will be onsite contributing several performance sling packs to the winners of our timed segment. Owner/creator Scott Gibson also will be taking measurements on custom designed frame packs. Check them out in our Gravel & Grit expo!

If you can’t wait…

Use code: GUNKGRIT15
15% Off Site Wide
www.wingnutgear.com

#gravelbike #gravelgrinder #shawangunks #ridethegunks #outdooradventures

Taking care of our roads (and buisness)! The SBA’s biannual cleanup. Want to volunteer and get involved - reach out via DM! #shawangunks #mohonkpreserve #gardinerny #ridethegunks

Taking care of our roads (and buisness)! The SBA’s biannual cleanup. Want to volunteer and get involved - reach out via DM! #shawangunks #mohonkpreserve #gardinerny #ridethegunks

Do you have Gravel & GRIT?! Folks, there is still time to register. @shawangunkgrit @mohonkpreserve for details. AND, with every registration comes an entry to win an Orbea MyO Terra carbon frame or a Hammerhead NEW Karoo. That’s over $4K in value kids!! Get it while you can. Additional raffle tickets can be purchased at @bicycledepot in New Paltz or at the @mohonkpreserve Visitor Center. ($20 each or 3 for $50) *need not be present to win.

Watch this space for more gravel and grit!

#gravelgrinder #ridethegunks #shawangunks #getoutside #mohonkpreserve

Do you have Gravel & GRIT?! Folks, there is still time to register. @shawangunkgrit @mohonkpreserve for details. AND, with every registration comes an entry to win an Orbea MyO Terra carbon frame or a Hammerhead NEW Karoo. That’s over $4K in value kids!! Get it while you can. Additional raffle tickets can be purchased at @bicycledepot in New Paltz or at the @mohonkpreserve Visitor Center. ($20 each or 3 for $50) *need not be present to win.

Watch this space for more gravel and grit!

#gravelgrinder #ridethegunks #shawangunks #getoutside #mohonkpreserve

Ready. Set. Go-Time! The 38th SOS Triathlon is hours away. Good Luck to all of the athletes. The SBA is back at it for bike support - prepped and ready for some gravel adventures and race recon. @sostriathlon @mohonkpreserve @mohonkmountainhouse @minnewaskastateparkpreserve - the calm after the storm #ridethegunks #shawangunks #getoutside

Ready. Set. Go-Time! The 38th SOS Triathlon is hours away. Good Luck to all of the athletes. The SBA is back at it for bike support - prepped and ready for some gravel adventures and race recon. @sostriathlon @mohonkpreserve @mohonkmountainhouse @minnewaskastateparkpreserve - the calm after the storm #ridethegunks #shawangunks #getoutside

Bikes!!! New bike stand alert. The SBA is proud to support cycling infrastructure in our area.

Thank you to the Town of Gardiner, @gardinerlibrary @wallkillvalleylandtrust and Kalmen Construction for this collaborative project. This stand is at Main Street and the Rail Trail in Gardiner. Where will the next one appear?! (Coming soon) #getoutside #bikestand #gardinerny #shawangunks #ridethegunks @bicycledepot

Bikes!!! New bike stand alert. The SBA is proud to support cycling infrastructure in our area.

Thank you to the Town of Gardiner, @gardinerlibrary @wallkillvalleylandtrust and Kalmen Construction for this collaborative project. This stand is at Main Street and the Rail Trail in Gardiner. Where will the next one appear?! (Coming soon) #getoutside #bikestand #gardinerny #shawangunks #ridethegunks @bicycledepot

Congratulations to our good friends and partners at @mohonkpreserve for achieving the Leave No Trace Gold Standard designation (only 25 sites nationally have this distinction). The Preserve is the very first in NYS and only the 2nd in the northeast (Acadia National Park). Wow!!! Kudos!! #leavenotrace #shawangunks #ridethegunks

Congratulations to our good friends and partners at @mohonkpreserve for achieving the Leave No Trace Gold Standard designation (only 25 sites nationally have this distinction). The Preserve is the very first in NYS and only the 2nd in the northeast (Acadia National Park). Wow!!! Kudos!! #leavenotrace #shawangunks #ridethegunks

Early registration is OPEN for SBA members. Message us for details and MORE!

Early registration is OPEN for SBA members. Message us for details and MORE!

Out and About at @minnewaskastateparkpreserve with the @sostriathlon crew on their BootCamp. Did you know…the SBA provides support for local events and races. No snake charming however #getoutside #animalkingdom #timberrattlesnake #shawangunks #ridethegunks

Out and About at @minnewaskastateparkpreserve with the @sostriathlon crew on their BootCamp. Did you know…the SBA provides support for local events and races. No snake charming however #getoutside #animalkingdom #timberrattlesnake #shawangunks #ridethegunks

Early registration for the 2024 Shawangunk Grit starts August 1st for SBA members. Don’t wait!

Early registration for the 2024 Shawangunk Grit starts August 1st for SBA members. Don’t wait!

July 5th - after 💥💥 DEAL!

To the next supporter that donates $100 or more, you will not only be part of the Founders Crew, but will also get this awesome Skratch Labs summer starter pack (Energy chews, hydration packets, and 4.2oz hydration bag) Founders Crew members also get a sweet limited edition trucker hat and SBA decal.

Get in on this...now! To snag this deal, click the link, donate $25 or more, and then also select Founders Crew membership. Complete.

Hydration starter pack, hat, decal, part of the crew. GO!

July 5th - after 💥💥 DEAL!

To the next supporter that donates $100 or more, you will not only be part of the Founders Crew, but will also get this awesome Skratch Labs summer starter pack (Energy chews, hydration packets, and 4.2oz hydration bag) Founders Crew members also get a sweet limited edition trucker hat and SBA decal.

Get in on this...now! To snag this deal, click the link, donate $25 or more, and then also select Founders Crew membership. Complete.

Hydration starter pack, hat, decal, part of the crew. GO!

The SBA teamed up with @fightingspiritstudio (FSK) for a little community ride and hang. Thank you to FSK for hosting and @skratchlabs @kentonmm for the after fun hydration. Stay cool my friends!

#ridethegunks #gardinernewyork #newpaltz #getoutside #humidity

The SBA teamed up with @fightingspiritstudio (FSK) for a little community ride and hang. Thank you to FSK for hosting and @skratchlabs @kentonmm for the after fun hydration. Stay cool my friends!

#ridethegunks #gardinernewyork #newpaltz #getoutside #humidity

SBA took a field trip to @acmebicycleco and their Neutral Ground expo. Bikes, beers, good people, great gear! @orbea @sramroad @mootscycles @factorbikes @ceramicspeed @pocsports @rapha all in the house. Kudos to the Acme team. Great day and great event. #ridethegunks #acmeneutralground

SBA took a field trip to @acmebicycleco and their Neutral Ground expo. Bikes, beers, good people, great gear! @orbea @sramroad @mootscycles @factorbikes @ceramicspeed @pocsports @rapha all in the house. Kudos to the Acme team. Great day and great event. #ridethegunks #acmeneutralground

SBA 2024 Limited Edition trucker hats. @bocogear makes killer hats. These bad boys are included for those members that donate $75 or more (Founders Crew). Get em while they last!

#truckerhats #shawangunks #ridethegunks

Check out our website for how to join!

SBA 2024 Limited Edition trucker hats. @bocogear makes killer hats. These bad boys are included for those members that donate $75 or more (Founders Crew). Get em while they last!

#truckerhats #shawangunks #ridethegunks

Check out our website for how to join!

The Shawangunk Biking Association (SBA) is a NYS registered not-for profit. Your membership (donations) help support cycling activity, advocacy, projects and safety on the Shawangunk Ridge through our partner organizations: @mohonkpreserve @minnewaskastateparkpreserve & Sam’s Point, @mohonkmountainhouse , and @openspaceinstitute (OSI). We are based in the New Paltz and Gardiner area. We find that focusing our efforts on the ridge and the surrounding area makes the biggest impact in our immediate cycling community.

For 2024 (being halfway through the year) we are excited to launch inaugural memberships.

Our current projects are: bike repair stands in the area, road cleanups, and a cycling station at Sam’s Point visitor center (stand, concrete pad, and information kiosk) You donations help build out infrastructure! *2025 projects are currently in development

In addition to your donations helping our efforts, all members are entitled to some fantastic perks/discounts with partners/sponsors of the SBA. Just a few:

10 % off accessories, parts, service at @bicycledepot
10% off parts and accessories @trtbicycles
10% off @wingnut_life
20% off @skratchlabs
Early registration for the Shawangunk Grit @shawangunkgrit
and MORE

https://www.ridethegunks.org/membership

Thank you for your donation and see you on the trails!

The Shawangunk Biking Association (SBA) is a NYS registered not-for profit. Your membership (donations) help support cycling activity, advocacy, projects and safety on the Shawangunk Ridge through our partner organizations: @mohonkpreserve @minnewaskastateparkpreserve & Sam’s Point, @mohonkmountainhouse , and @openspaceinstitute (OSI). We are based in the New Paltz and Gardiner area. We find that focusing our efforts on the ridge and the surrounding area makes the biggest impact in our immediate cycling community.

For 2024 (being halfway through the year) we are excited to launch inaugural memberships.

Our current projects are: bike repair stands in the area, road cleanups, and a cycling station at Sam’s Point visitor center (stand, concrete pad, and information kiosk) You donations help build out infrastructure! *2025 projects are currently in development

In addition to your donations helping our efforts, all members are entitled to some fantastic perks/discounts with partners/sponsors of the SBA. Just a few:

10 % off accessories, parts, service at @bicycledepot
10% off parts and accessories @trtbicycles
10% off @wingnut_life
20% off @skratchlabs
Early registration for the Shawangunk Grit @shawangunkgrit
and MORE

https://www.ridethegunks.org/membership

Thank you for your donation and see you on the trails!

Merry Christmas from the Shawangunks!

Skytop sailing on top of the holiday clouds. Photo credit @deyano

#shawangunks

Merry Christmas from the Shawangunks!

Skytop sailing on top of the holiday clouds. Photo credit @deyano

#shawangunks

Another season comes and goes. SBA is keeping the roads tidy and clean for PRs and KOMs this spring. Volunteers are always welcomed! #ridethegunks #shawangunks #getoutside #roadcleanup

Another season comes and goes. SBA is keeping the roads tidy and clean for PRs and KOMs this spring. Volunteers are always welcomed! #ridethegunks #shawangunks #getoutside #roadcleanup

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