Tarantula Cycles

06/05/2026

10 days left for early bird registration!

The Stonewall Century is more than a ride, it's a community.

Gorgeous scenery. A legendary climb. Friendly volunteers. Delicious aid station food. And the kind of camaraderie that keeps riders coming back year after year.

Whether you're a first-timer or a longtime friend, there's a place for you on August 8th.

No competition. Just an incredible day on the bike.

Register at https://spcycling.org/registration

06/03/2026

Heads up for everyone out riding gravel next week! This stuff is nasty for bikes when it's fresh.

05/25/2026

Thanks to all who came to our swap meet last weekend! We'll be donating $500 to the Cuchara Mountain Park for their Youth Bike Camp. Please consider donating to their fundraiser to make sure they can hold the camp this summer!

Last year they had several dozen kids from all across the region participate in multiple days of instruction. Every kid got to keep their bike and helmet!

You can donate directly at this link:

Help Keep Youth Camp Fees Affordable

05/11/2026

Sign up today to sell your stuff! FAQs:

Q: The event says proceeds will be donated. Do I get to keep my money as a seller?

A: You price your own items and may keep all your proceeds if you wish. We are only donating table fees and sales from donated items.

Q: Is this only for bike stuff?

A: No! We hope to see any and all outdoor gear for sale! Camping, skiing, hiking, snowshoes, fishing, paddling, clothing, whatever you're looking to unload.

Q: How does this event work?

A: If you are a seller, come a bit early to get set up. Have your items already priced out. This event is cash only. Attendees can simply arrive and browse.

Items may be sold for cash or traded. It is up to each individual to barter as they wish!

Q: Where is this?

A: At Tarantula Cycles, 200 E Main St in downtown Trinidad, CO. We will be set up outdoors on the corner of the property and using the back lot for overflow as needed.

Seller sign up link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNiN-3VNW580BqdEqelrAo1xg3c9HpcFHXYbm4TBsbxKXEfw/viewform

We're hosting a public Outdoor Gear Swap at the shop on May 23rd!

Table proceeds and donated item sales will benefit the Cuchara Mountain Park Youth Bike Camp this summer. Vendors may keep their own proceeds of course!

Sign up using this link and feel free to reach out to us with any questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNiN-3VNW580BqdEqelrAo1xg3c9HpcFHXYbm4TBsbxKXEfw/viewform

All outdoor gear is welcome: clothing, ski/snowboard, camping, hiking, cycling (duh), fishing, paddling, whatever you want to sell or trade!

Stop by and score yourself some new gear or get rid of that stuff that you thought you'd really be into but ended up just sitting in your garage.

05/08/2026

Looking for route intel? Stop by the shop and we’ll make sure you have everything you need! GPX files (even custom tailored on the spot), spare parts for the unexpected, or fitness guidance: we're here to help your time on two wheels.

05/03/2026

We're hosting a public Outdoor Gear Swap at the shop on May 23rd!

Table proceeds and donated item sales will benefit the Cuchara Mountain Park Youth Bike Camp this summer. Vendors may keep their own proceeds of course!

Sign up using this link and feel free to reach out to us with any questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNiN-3VNW580BqdEqelrAo1xg3c9HpcFHXYbm4TBsbxKXEfw/viewform

All outdoor gear is welcome: clothing, ski/snowboard, camping, hiking, cycling (duh), fishing, paddling, whatever you want to sell or trade!

Stop by and score yourself some new gear or get rid of that stuff that you thought you'd really be into but ended up just sitting in your garage.

04/28/2026

Dreaming of a frame-up build or customizing your ride? Let's talk!

04/06/2026

Wow Trinidad! Thanks for showing out in force for our 4th annual Dirt Church event at Trinidad Lake. This is always one of the best days of the year!

We had around 75 folks stop by for an awesome breakfast spread, a hike from , a 10 mile gravel ride out to Longs Canyon, free boat rentals from , lots of dogs, kiddos, fishing, swag from the rangers at the state park, and great weather (besides that insane dirt devil that wrecked basecamp in the afternoon).

Thanks also to all who donated, y'all helped cover the entire cost of food and beverages -- a huge boost for our small businesses. We 💗 this town!

03/26/2026

Tomorrow we're heading back to Fishers Peak State Park for our first Final Friday mountain bike meetup of the season.

We'll do a lap of Poison Canyon and maybe as far up as the first trail hub if folks are up for it.

Beers and NA fizzy beverages on us at the trailhead afterwards.

Be ready to roll at 6PM for maximum daylight. Bring a bike capable of riding single track trails and a helmet. You'll also need a state parks pass if you don't have one.

Let's rip!

02/10/2026

We've had a few inquiries about trail and gravel road conditions, so here's the scoop!

- Gravel routes are mostly clear, with some snow, ice, and mud still present at higher elevations (6900+ ft) and shady canyons northwest of town. Easterly routes are all good. These gravel images are a little older so things have cleared up some, but not completely!

- Fishers Peak State Park (pic 3 and 4) is likely to see freeze/thaw into April. We've received just enough snow for it to stay messy and we wouldn't recommend riding it as Lower Lone Cub and Poison Canyon both feature a lot of north-facing segments.

- Reilly Canyon at Trinidad Lake is mostly good to go, with just a few short sections of ice/snow in shady segments (see pic 4).

- Wormhole is all good, with some minor ice/snow/mud along Mahogany trail that will likely melt out this week.

We expect some moisture on Fri/Sat AM, but mild temps and sunshine otherwise for the foreseeable future.