Shawangunk Biking Association

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Shawangunk Biking Association To support and promote all disciplines/categories of biking in the Shawangunk Mountains and surrounding areas. https://www.instagram.com/ridethegunks

It's not too late...but spots are filling fast! The GRIT is Nov. 7th and if you are not registered, now is the time. Som...
10/30/2026

It's not too late...but spots are filling fast! The GRIT is Nov. 7th and if you are not registered, now is the time.

Some details:

Pre-Ride Support:
-THE Bicycle Depot
- US (Ride the Gunks) - 3 questions/cyclist allowed
- Great smelling soap from Goodbye Dirty Bu****le (it's really good)
- Fats in the Cats Bicycle Club and Wingnut bike racks (thank you)

FOOD/BEVERAGES:

- Wood-fired delights, pizza, and more from Forno Rosso.
- Hometown favorite Frank's Fresh
- Arrowood Farms (for thirsty gravel cyclists)
- Deadpoint Coffee (for a boost)
- Harney & Sons

PRIZES (do you dare empty the tank in the first few miles?)
- $500 prize bundles included gear, swag, and goods (and More from Bivo, Mohonk Preserve, and Fit First Solutions custom insoles)

RAFFLE -

1st prize: Orbea Terra HSO Gravel bike (this is a bike folks) - $2200
2nd prize: Fit First Bike Fit (in person pr virtual) by THE Tim Dougherty -$500
3rd prize - Vinco Terra cycling glasses - $250

*Tim supports all levels of cyclists from beginners up to pro athletes (he's the real deal)

FUN -

-Friends along with the above
- Wintersun Sauna (yes, it's a sauna - get in and relax)
- Firepit (warmth)
- Free bike wash station and quick post-ride rinse
- Music - The Arborline
- Orbea demos
-Merch, swag, and more merch

After you finish, bring a change of clothes and hang out - the Gravel & Grit Expo is ON. See above AND talk about your drivetrain, the route, your day.

Prizes & Raffle 2-3pm. Additional raffles tickets available for purchase.

Do you have GRIT??

10/30/2026
10/05/2026

Please note (Mohonk Preserve)

Pine Road Temporary Closure starting October 6, 2026: The Town of New Paltz Highway Department will be conducting roadway and shoulder improvements on Pine Road starting October 6, requiring a temporary road closure. We will continue to notify you as the town provides updates on their progress.

As a result, access to parking on Pine Road will be unavailable during this time. The Ridgeview and Lenape Lane carriage roads will remain open. Pine Road and White Oak Bend Path will be closed for all use. (R2R connector)

09/24/2026

Trailhead Alert: West Trapps Parking Lot Closed Wednesday, September 23

The West Trapps Parking Lot will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, September 23, for Stewardship work and hazardous tree limb removal.

🥾 The East Trapps Parking Lot will remain open for hikers and climbers throughout the day.

đźš´ Cyclists are encouraged to use the Spring Farm or Testimonial Gateway trailheads during the closure.

Thank you for your patience as we complete this important work to help keep Mohonk Preserve safe and accessible for all visitors.

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Photo by Mohonk Preserve Staff

08/21/2026

At OSI, we protect land for people, for habitat, forever.

07/22/2026

TRAIL UPDATES (Post Storm): Please be aware there are significant areas of washout in the Preserve - creating deep channels and rough zones. Take caution on descents. The trails should dry out in the next few days but are fairly muddy and soft in many areas currently.

Also - reminder that Undercliff is closed M-TH each week until the end of August.

Mossy Brook Rd (from Mohonk Rd) is private property. This area is no longer accessible to cyclists, runners, hikers. Please take note that we have reports of adversarial encounters recently. Please steer clear until we have more details.

Please take note!
07/20/2026

Please take note!

đźš§ Trailhead Update: Undercliff Carriage Road Closure Begins July 20.

Starting Monday, July 20 through Thursday, August 28, Undercliff Carriage Road will be closed Monday through Thursday for essential resurfacing and drainage improvements.

This project marks the first full resurfacing of this historic carriage road in 30 years, helping preserve its character and ensure safe access for years to come.

Climbing access will remain available.

The East Trapps Connector Trailhead parking lot will be closed Monday through Thursday, from tomorrow July 20 – August 28. Limited parking will be available Friday through Sunday throughout the project.

Please plan ahead and check alerts before your visit, click here for more information: https://www.mohonkpreserve.org/visit/alerts/

Photo by Michael Neil O'Donnell

It's that time of year again!SBA Members, the GRIT is open for early reg. BIG announcements will be coming soon. More fo...
07/10/2026

It's that time of year again!

SBA Members, the GRIT is open for early reg.

BIG announcements will be coming soon. More food, more vendors, more swag, more prizes, and more BIKES! The Gravel & Grit Expo will be doubling in size.

If you are not a SBA member, please consider joining and donating. We are a NYS not-for-profit, and your donations help support cycling in the Gunks!

Thank you, Mohonk Preserve

Pre-Reg details in comments along with membership and donation options (please and thank you to all of our members - and your friends!)

Bicycle Depot TRT Bicycles Open Space Institute River-to-Ridge Trail

07/10/2026

Trailhead Update: Spring Farm Trailhead — Due to road work, the Town of Marbletown will close Upper 27 Knolls Road on Monday, July 13, 2026. The road will be closed all day.

📸Photo by Celeste Brunell

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15 Main Street
Gardiner, NY
12561

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