RAR Front Range was established in early 2023 after members of the core team connected over their desires of having a more inclusive, welcoming, and diverse bike culture for FTWN-B and BIPOC bikepackers and adventure cyclists in the Front Range of Colorado.
The team is excited to grow the FTWN-B and BIPOC cycling community in CO and looking forward to spreading joy through education, rides, adventure, and community connection! We plan on hosting our own events and meetups as well as partnering with and supporting local shops, businesses, and other cycling groups/organizations in all the work we do.
CORE GROUP
Jess Arehart
Jess (she/her) is an engineer, artist, and cyclist who is passionate about creating space for FTWN-B in male-dominated spaces. After discovering bike joy in college, she prioritized building mechanics knowledge at local co-ops while dabbling in all types of riding. After grad school, she discovered bikepacking with RAR New Haven and landed in Colorado a couple years later. Jess feels lucky to have had mentorship in all of her outdoor endeavors, and is excited to help others find the same sense of confidence in the outdoors and in bike shops. When she’s not working on surgical robots, you’ll find her on a bike, out climbing and taking photos, or making pottery in her home studio.
Alyssa Secreto
Alyssa started biking while living in Chicago and kept on riding until they arrived in Colorado. You’ll find her most herself with gummy bears, a bike and a tent, excited to help others access meaningful experiences for themselves.
Oly Abbate
Oly, bikepacker-extraordinaire, has been an urban biker for over a decade. They have lots of bike mechanic experience, and are always stoked to get out on an adventure.
Jenny Bell
Jenny is crazy passionate about getting folks out on bikepacking trips, especially brand-new beginners. Her favorite trips include downtime for painting and fancy backcountry cooking.
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Latest Chapter News
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RAR Front Range Gravel Camp 2026
Join RAR Front Range’s second annual Summer Gravel Camp ~ August 14th – 16th, 2025 in Florissant, Colorado. Join RAR Front Range for a weekend centered around community, education, and gravel- and adventure-cycling skill-building for FTWN-B riders. What is Gravel Camp? The Radical Adventure Riders Front Range Gravel Camp is a weekend centered around community,……
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RAR Bike Shop Launches in Atlanta
Huge congratulations to Devin Cowens and the successful launch of RAR Bike Shop in Atlanta, Georgia! RAR Bike Shop is shop stands for community, education and the joy of biking. They specialize in repairs, maintenance, and programming for riders of all levels—from daily commuters to weekend explorers. Whether you need a quick tune-up or help……
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RAR Northeast Autumn Retreat 2026
Save the date! RAR NAR is happening September 18th – 21st, 2026 in Southern, Vermont. The third annual Radical Adventure Riders Northeast Autumn Retreat will take place in Southern Vermont this fall, open to folks who identify as trans, nonbinary, and/or women. Build community through on and off-bike workshops, group rides, shared meals, and a……