About this Event
Get ready to celebrate the start of the SIS mountain bike season with fellow women and nonbinary shredders! We’re hosting our annual Spring Kick-Off Party at Old Stove Brewing (Ship Canal) on May 17th, and you’re invited to join the fun.
Before the party, we’re offering an optional MTB 101 Talk & Q&A for those who are new to mountain biking or looking to brush up on the beginner essentials.
Cost: $0. Optional donation to SheJumps ($10 suggestion)
Why You Should Come:
-Connect (or reconnect) with fellow adventure seekers and find new ride buddies for the season.
-Enjoy drinks and food (non-alcoholic options available) while planning your next adventure.
-Explore a brand-new venue this season!
-Learn the basics of mountain biking from our MTB 101 session, covering gear, basic technique, safety, and more.
Don’t know anyone going? No worries! This is the perfect chance to meet rad humans who share your love for riding dirt trails.
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MTB 101 Talk & Q&A
Time: 3:00–4:00 PM (first hour of the kick-off)
Presenters: Alicia & Julie
This free session is designed for women and nonbinary folks who are new to mountain biking.
We’ll cover:
-Essential gear and safety tips
-Body basics and trail readiness
-Local trail knowledge
-How to get started confidently for a fun and safe season
We’ll end the chat with a Q&A to help you with any burning questions you might have. Set yourself up for a summer of shredding with confidence!
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Kick-Off Party Social
Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
-Drinks & food available for purchase
-Meet new friends, share stoke, and plan some adventures together
-Get a sneak peek at the estimated event dates for this season
Facility & accessibility information:
- The venue is ADA accessible, with the inside area being paved. The outdoor area is gravel. There are no stairs. There is seating and standing room.
- The bathrooms are gendered and are on the ground floor.
- Parking: Parking lot of about 20 spots, then there is street parking available!
- Transportation: Bus transport with stops nearby
Yeewww! Let’s ride, connect, and celebrate the start of an epic season!
Questions? Contact Alicia at [email protected]
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All participants must sign the r prior to participating in this event.
Spanish version of our waiver: Todos los participantes deben firmar la antes de participar en este evento.
To prioritize the health of our community, please do not attend a SheJumps event if you are experiencing any cold-like symptoms.
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Cancellation Policy
Since this is a free event to register for, you can cancel at any time in your Eventbrite account. Please cancel ahead of time or email the event lead if you cannot attend so we know not to look for you the day of the event! Optional donations made during registration will not be refunded.
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SheJumps increases the participation of women and girls in outdoor activities to foster confidence, leadership, and connection to nature and community through free and low-cost outdoor education.
SheJumps is an inclusive organization. We welcome all women and girls—transgender and cisgender, as well as non-binary people.
SheJumps strives to fight against racism and acknowledges that our events and programs take place on traditional, unceded Indigenous lands.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
600 W Nickerson St, 600 West Nickerson Street, Seattle, United States
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