Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association
Ride Schedule for
June, 2009
WELCOME TO SAMBA!
Our objective is to promote the enjoyment of mountain biking and nature; to protect and enhance mountain biking opportunities; and to support environmentally and socially responsible use of the land. We're a non-profit organization of people who enjoy mountain biking. We schedule mountain bike rides and related events every week. We know the mountains and desert country of Arizona, and we lead rides into some of the most beautiful and remote country on earth. We offer rides suited to varied skill levels, and encourage beginners to become one with their bike. Non-members and new mountain bikers are welcome. For your own safety, you should be sure that your bike is well-maintained, that you're familiar with its operation, and that you're fit enough to ride at least 15 miles. Helmets are required on all SAMBA rides. Call the ride leader if you'd like to discuss whether a ride is appropriate for you. If you haven't spent much time on the trail, be sure to call our info line (323-0571) or the ride leader (as listed on the schedule).
All rides leave from the north parking lot of Himmel Park, off 1st st. between Tucson Blvd. and Country Club, unless otherwise indicated. You can also catch us at the trailhead (please notify the ride leader so that we will be looking for you). Check the website for changes. Helmets are required on all SAMBA rides.
All rides are scheduled on Saturdays unless otherwise noted. Call Jim DiDomenico (358-4438) for more information.
IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID YOUR DUES, PLEASE DO SO. YOU CAN DOWNLOAD THE MEMBERSHIP FORM AND SEND A CHECK TO THE ADDRESS INDICATED ON THE FORM.
Friday night, June 5!! Mostly easy singletrack, 10-15 miles. Bring a strong light, good for 2 plus hours. Meet at the second parking area on the right, after going over Gates Pass at 7:30 pm. Tom 623-9347; tbartlett79@earthlink.net.
June 12-14: MT. GRAHAM CAMPOUT. Join Abe and members of www.tucsonmtb.com, for a weekend in the cool pines of Mt. Graham. Camping at Snow Flat. Trails include Grant Hill, Cunningham Loop, and perhaps West Peak, ( Arcadia shuttle?) Avg. temp 55-75. Abe 730-0327; agmtb@cox.net.
June 20: GOLDEN GATE TRAIL. A challenging ride in Tucson Mtn. Park. Meet at Himmel Park at 530am, or at the second parking area on the right after going over Gates Pass at 600am. Dick 743-4113; rehalltuc@gainbroadband.com.
June 27: LEMMON PARK-ASPEN DRAW TRAIL. Escape to the top of Mt. Lemmon for some lung-busting, high altitude riding from Summerhaven to the observatory above Ski Valley (9500'), and down the Aspen Draw Trail. Possible pie at Mt. Lemmon Café afterwards. Meet at Himmel Park at 730am. Jim 358-4438; jdidomenico@msn.com.
July 3-6: FLAGSTAFF CAMPOUT. Join us for a weekend of endless trails in the high country. Camping in the Schultz Creek area. Tom 623-9347; Jim 358-4438.
Non-members are welcome at all our events. If you like what you see, then you can Join SAMBA. It is really cheap to belong to SAMBA -- $15 for an individual, $20 for a family. You can fill out the form on the Web Site and send it with your check to SAMBA, 2720 E. 3rd St., Tucson, AZ 85716. Or call our information number.
ride information: (520) 358-4438 or pollock@arizona.edu