These rides follow OBC’s road or gravel ride guidelines, depending on the route. However, women-only rides differ from our mixed-gender group rides because we design them for members who are newer to group riding or who want a more supportive, confidence-building environment. Therefore, these rides:
Keep a more recreational focus
Offer more relaxed pace options
Use shorter distances
Include friendly, welcoming Ride Hosts and Group Leaders
Emphasize social connection over athletic performance
By joining these rides, we expect female members to build skills and confidence, and then take on bigger challenges—such as longer group rides and/or the women’s time trials.
