Spoketober is an entire month dedicated to cycling culture and cyclists in Durango. It celebrates everything bike-related. With action-packed events, social rides, contests, and more this month-long event highlights one of the things that makes Durango so special. The town’s love of biking. With over 300 miles of trails, there is endless fun to be had in Durango. Show your love for biking and join in on the fun at these Durango cycling events. Join in on the Spoketober fun to laugh, sweat, and cheer!
Gear up for Spoketober in Durango – A Celebration of Cycling for All Ages and Skill Levels.
Event #1: Commuter Challenge

Not only is it Spoketober, it’s Walktober!
This October participate in The City of Durango’s Commuter Challenge and earn prizes for going green. Embrace the many commuting options we have in Durango by going carless. Leave the car at home and try biking, walking, or even skateboarding to work.
All you have to do is sign up on www.waytogodurango.com and track your commutes through the app. Participants have a chance to win awesome prizes like gift cards. This is a great way to get involved in the Spoktober fun!
Event #2: Ride Smart Durango: Safety First on all Wheels with AAA

With a whole month dedicated to biking, it's important to take measures to protect your safety and the safety of others. AAA has got you covered. AAA provides bike services that help make sure you don’t find yourself in a sticky situation.
On October 24 visit AAA at their store near Verizon and learn more at the Ride Smart Durango event. You might also win a giveaway, with prizes like gift cards, bike tools, and more. Learn more about protective measures and win some cool swag.
Event #3: Share the Love Cycle

With a whole month dedicated to cycling in Durango, it's important to share the love and help out others in the cycling community. During the Share the Love Cycle event you can do just that by donating parts and accessories. At Buckley Park in Downtown Durango on the 11 and 12 volunteers will be repairing bikes to donate to the Silver Stallions in Gallup, NM.
Donate parts, bikes, or accessories and support another biking community. Spoketober is not just about the love of biking in Durango, it's about celebrating the community outreach that is inspired by biking.
Event #5: Yoga for Cyclists

Is something grinding your gears? A highlight on the Spoketober Durango schedule is the Yoga for Cyclists event at Pause Fitness and Nutrition. If you want to improve your strength or maybe balance your body this yoga session will be just the place to do that. Over time, biking can cause issues with your back, hamstrings, hip flexors, and more.
By taking time to stretch these muscles you are helping maintain a healthy body that can keep riding. This class is open to cyclists of all levels and any yoga experience. Take time for yourself and your body by attending this event.
Event #4: Community Cruise with Adaptive Sports!

Get in the Spoketober and spooky spirit with Adaptive Sports.
Join Adaptive Sports Association for a community cruise down the Animas River Trail on October 28. This short little joyride is bound to be full of trick-or-treat stops along the way with candy, toys, and fun surprises. This event is perfect for kids, adults, and anyone looking to celebrate.
Don't have a bike? Adaptive Sports will provide you with one for free. Just give them a call and reserve a rental free of charge. Join in on the Spoketober fun and wear your Halloween costume at the event.
Event #5: Durango Biking Adventures Group Ride and Hot Springs Recovery for Spoketober

If the Coal Bank Pass ride is a little intimidating or you are looking for something more in town. Durango Biking Adventures will be hosting another free group ride on October 24 in town at the Horse Gulch Trail System. Ride like a local and experience the awesome systems of trails right in the heart of Durango
Make sure you sign up beforehand to help Durango Biking Adventure prepare for attendance. Biking in October is the perfect time, the cool weather and fall colors make for a great ride. After the ride head over to Durango Hot Springs for a recovery session and giveaways from Tailwind Nutrition. All skill levels are welcome!
Event #6: Final Team Segment Ride

Get Spooky with Segment
End Spoketober ripping by attending the final social ride with Team Segment 28. Not only is this a great way to participate in the Durango biking community but it is also a fun way to begin your Halloween night. On October 31 join Team Segment for their final Visit Durango Social Ride at 5 P.M. at the location advertised on their Instagram.
Conclusion
Want to make your October wheelie fun? Attend as many Spoketober events as you can. Join in on a group ride, volunteer at a trail day, or participate in some of these exciting contests. Spoketober is about everything biking in Durango. Get your friends together and hit the trails or roads. Now is a perfect time to peep the changing leaves, so get on out and celebrate Spoketober.