SWIMBA

Our Favorite Trails Challenge
2025-10-01
Are you ready for an epic mountain biking challenge? Conquer the trails and test your limits with the Our Favorite Trails Challenge! For 30 exhilarating days, push yourself to explore hand-picked routes through Southwest Idaho’s stunning landscapes. Whether you’re a seasoned rider seeking new adventures or a casual cyclist looking to step up your game, this challenge is for you. Experience the thrill of discovery as you tackle diverse terrain, from flowing single-track to heart-pumping climbs. Can you conquer them all?
Register here!

Public Lands Day Celebration at Bogus Basin
2025-09-27 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Boise) | Bogus Basin, 1731 N Bogus Basin Rd, Horseshoe Bend, ID, 83629
Join us at Bogus Basin to celebrate National Public Lands Day!
There will be interactive booths, activities, volunteer opportunities, a stewardship project, and more!
Why is SWIMBA joining in this celebration?
SWIMBA is committed to creating, protecting, and sustaining a world-class multi-use trail network. Public lands are essential to SWIMBA’s mission. These lands provide the space for creating and maintaining mountain bike trails, offering a variety of riding experiences to suit all skill levels. Public lands also serve as gathering places for SWIMBA members to share their passion for mountain biking, fostering a strong sense of community and promoting outdoor recreation.

Additional Information: https://bogusbasin.org/about-bogus/culture/free-summer-events-at-bogus-basin/

Levy Door Knock
2025-09-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Boise) | Marianne Williams Park, 3451 E BARBER VALLEY Dr, Boise, 83706, United States
Join Yes For Boise to spread the word about the Boise Levy and help secure investment in Boise’s future. The day will begin with a brief training before heading out into neighborhoods.
RSVP here!

Levy Door Knock
2025-09-20 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Boise) | Morris Hill Park, 10 N Roosevelt St, Boise, ID, 83706, United States

Levy Door Knock
2025-09-09 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Boise) | Cassia Park, 4600 W CAMAS St, Boise, 83705, United States

Levy Door Knock
2025-09-06 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Boise) | Kristin Armstrong Park, 500 S WALNUT St, Boise, ID, 83712, United States
Join Yes For Boise to spread the word about the Boise Levy and help secure investment in Boise’s future. The day will begin with a brief training before heading out into neighborhoods.
RSVP

MTB Fundamentals Skills Clinic
2025-09-03 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-05-21 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Eagle/Ada Bike Park, Old Horseshoe Bend Road and E Greenbrook Street, Eagle, ID, 83714
Join us for an MTB Fundamentals riding skills clinic taught by Coach Levi! This clinic is open to SWIMBA members only. All ages are welcome.
This clinic will cover: movement drills for downhill riding, braking, and shifting.
These skills will help you feel safer on the trail!
LOCATION: Clinic is located at Eagle Bike Park. Please meet Coach Levi near the bathrooms by the skatepark.
Space is limited. Click here to RSVP to reserve your slot. (Login required)
If you find out that you cannot attend after reserving a slot, please email events@swimba.org so we can open the slot to someone else.

Women Only Skills Clinic with Coach Kim Cross
2025-08-26 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Boise) | Eagle/Ada Bike Park, Old Horseshoe Bend Road and E Greenbrook Street, Eagle, ID, 83714
Join certified mountain coach Kim Cross to refine your ride and find more flow by learning how to relax your upper body, stay fluid in your core, and use pressure control in your feet to control your bike. Learn drills that build muscle memory for bike-body separation and breathwork that helps dissipate fear and tension before trying a new trail feature.
To learn more about Kim, check out her website here.
This clinic is for women only.
Click here to register!

Mahalo Trail Work Day 2025
2025-08-17 09:30 - 13:30 (America/Boise) | Mahalo, Forest Road 175C, Boise, ID, 83716
Join us to to help clean up the trail and work on minor improvements at the Mahalo Trail on the Boise Ridge Road.
Please meet at the Mahalo Trailhead at 9:30 AM. Dress appropriately for trail work including long pants, gloves, and closed toe shoes. Don’t forget water, snacks, bug spray and sunscreen! The Mahalo trail is about 4 miles long and fairly remote, please be aware and prepared. We will likely split into two groups starting on either end of the trail to meet in the middle and work back to each trailhead. Please anticipate to hike at least 4 miles over the course of the day. Also be advised the trailhead is accessed by the Boise ridge road which requires a few miles of travel over an unpredictable dirt road.
This event will involve a variety of tasks, such as cutting brush, shoveling small amounts of dirt, moving deadfall, and improving trail features. There will also be some carrying of tools throughout the whole trail.
We welcome everyone to join us and want to ensure all participants feel comfortable and supported. If you prefer to stick to lighter tasks, such as brush cutting, please feel free to let us know! You can email us in advance (events@swimba.org) or notify a leader on the day of the event. We’re happy to accommodate your preferences to make this a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
No prior knowledge of the process is necessary, leaders will teach you!
RSVP to secure your slot!

Slow Ride - CANCELLED
2025-08-03 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Boise) | Eagle/Ada Bike Park, Old Horseshoe Bend Road and E Greenbrook Street, Eagle, ID, 83714
TODAY’S RIDE HAS BEEN CANCELLED. We hope to see a great turnout for our last Slow Ride of the season in September!
Looking for a group ride but want to take it easy and enjoy your pace?
Slow Ride is a monthly group ride for those of us who don’t ride to win. We ride to get out there. We ride for our hearts and our heads. And if we take a few breaks along the way, even better!
For August, we’ll meet at Eagle Bike Park, in the parking lot near the bathrooms. Use the entrance at E Pine Hollow Ln.
Join us for a true no-drop ride!*
Important Notes:
Be sure your bike is trail-worthy and in good working order.
Helmets are required on the ride at all times.
Leave those dogs at home.
Be sure to bring hydration.

*Rides can be cancelled or postponed due to trail and/or atmospheric conditions. Check our website for updates.

Jumping Skills Clinic
2025-07-30 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Eagle/Ada Bike Park, Old Horseshoe Bend Road and E Greenbrook Street, Eagle, ID, 83714
Join us for a jumping skills clinic taught by Coach Levi! This clinic is open to SWIMBA members only. All ages are welcome.
In this dynamic class, you’ll learn essential techniques to improve your jumping skills, including:

The dynamics of a perfect bunnyhop
How to develop skills at home
Navigating small jumps
Adding style to your technique

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your riding experience and connect with fellow flight enthusiasts!
LOCATION: Clinic is located at Eagle Bike Park. Please meet Coach Levi near the bathrooms by the skatepark.
Space is limited. Click here to RSVP to reserve your slot. (Login required)
If you find out that you cannot attend after reserving a slot, please email events@swimba.org so we can open the slot to someone else.

Project Inclusive Sign Installation
2025-07-27 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Boise) | Avimor – Kirsten Rd, W Kirsten Rd, Eagle, 83714, United States
Join us to install signposts at trail intersections at the new Project Inclusive Trails in Avimor.
Please meet at the Corrals Parking in Avimor at 8:00 AM. Dress appropriately for trail work including long pants, gloves, and closed toe shoes. Don’t forget water and snacks!
This event will involve a variety of tasks, such as digging holes with shovels or post hole diggers, installing posts with expanding foam, and placing stickers on the posts. There will also be some carrying of tools and signposts to installation locations.
We welcome everyone to join us and want to ensure all participants feel comfortable and supported. If you prefer to take on lighter tasks, such as placing stickers or carrying smaller tools, please feel free to let us know! You can email us in advance (events@swimba.org) or notify a leader on the day of the event. We’re happy to accommodate your preferences to make this a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
No prior knowledge of the process is necessary, leaders will teach you!
RSVP to secure your slot!
Lunch will be provided after the event.

Cornering Skills Clinic
2025-07-09 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Eagle/Ada Bike Park, Old Horseshoe Bend Road and E Greenbrook Street, Eagle, ID, 83714
Join us for a cornering skills clinic taught by Coach Levi! This clinic is open to SWIMBA members only. All ages are welcome.
This masterclass is designed for all skill levels, and it’s a fantastic opportunity to enhance your riding skills while having fun with fellow biking enthusiasts.
What You’ll Learn:

Key cornering techniques
Body positioning for optimal control
How to navigate different terrains

Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your mountain biking experience!
LOCATION: Clinic is located at Eagle Bike Park. Please meet Coach Levi near the bathrooms by the skatepark.
Space is limited. Click here to RSVP to reserve your slot. (Login required)
If you find out that you cannot attend after reserving a slot, please email events@swimba.org so we can open the slot to someone else.

Slow Ride
2025-07-06 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Boise) | Military Reserve, 723 Mountain Cove Rd, Boise, ID, 83702
Looking for a group ride but want to take it easy and enjoy your pace?
Slow Ride is a monthly group ride for those of us who don’t ride to win. We ride to get out there. We ride for our hearts and our heads. And if we take a few breaks along the way, even better!
Join us for a true no-drop ride!*
Important Notes:
Be sure your bike is trail-worthy and in good working order.
Helmets are required on the ride at all times.
Leave those dogs at home.
Be sure to bring hydration.

*Rides can be cancelled or postponed due to trail and/or atmospheric conditions. Check our website for updates.

Volunteer for Boise Mtn Bike Festival - Bogus Basin
2025-06-28 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Boise) | Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area, 2600 N. Bogus Basin Rd., Boise, Idaho, 83702
Thanks for volunteering to support the Boise Mtn Bike Festival!
Volunteers will help sell raffle tickets and promote SWIMBA as an attendant at the SWIMBA booth.
Please RSVP to select your slot.
If you have any questions, please contact events@swimba.org.

Boise Mtn Bike Festival
2025-06-28 | Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area, 2600 N. Bogus Basin Rd., Boise, Idaho, 83702
https://www.boisemtnbikefestival.com/

Boise Mtn Bike Festival
2025-06-27 | Eagle/Ada Bike Park, Old Horseshoe Bend Road and E Greenbrook Street, Eagle, ID, 83714

Sweepstakes - Win a Bike - Last Day
2025-06-21
Last day to enter the Sweepstakes!

Local legend and all-around trail shredder Braydon Bringhurst is back at it—donating his gear (yes, again!) to help grow a stronger, more inclusive bike community in Southwest Idaho. This sweepstakes is your chance to score sweet gear and support the amazing work of:
SWIMBA (Southwest Idaho Mountain Biking Association) – Building and maintaining trails for everyone. From advocacy to keep trails open, to skills clinics that make riding safer and more accessible, SWIMBA is all about protecting the places we ride and growing the community that rides them.
Crank Queens – A women-led group with endless opportunities for riders to connect, grow skills, and shred trails together. Whether you’re new to mountain biking or a seasoned rider, Crank Queens helps women roll with confidence and community.
Idaho Women’s Bikepacking – These trailblazers are breaking down barriers with a community gear library, making bikepacking more accessible to everyone. They also lead adventures and training rides for women—from first-time bikepackers to those prepping for their next race.
By entering, you’re not just chasing cool prizes—you’re helping fuel local bike culture that welcomes all riders, at every level, on every kind of ride.
So go ahead—crank, click, and pedal your way to prizes!
Prize winners will be announced at the Boise Mtn Bike Festival on June 28, 2025. Need not be present to win.

Sweepstakes - Win a Bike
2025-06-14
1 week left to enter the Sweepstakes!

Local legend and all-around trail shredder Braydon Bringhurst is back at it—donating his gear (yes, again!) to help grow a stronger, more inclusive bike community in Southwest Idaho. This sweepstakes is your chance to score sweet gear and support the amazing work of:
SWIMBA (Southwest Idaho Mountain Biking Association) – Building and maintaining trails for everyone. From advocacy to keep trails open, to skills clinics that make riding safer and more accessible, SWIMBA is all about protecting the places we ride and growing the community that rides them.
Crank Queens – A women-led group with endless opportunities for riders to connect, grow skills, and shred trails together. Whether you’re new to mountain biking or a seasoned rider, Crank Queens helps women roll with confidence and community.
Idaho Women’s Bikepacking – These trailblazers are breaking down barriers with a community gear library, making bikepacking more accessible to everyone. They also lead adventures and training rides for women—from first-time bikepackers to those prepping for their next race.
By entering, you’re not just chasing cool prizes—you’re helping fuel local bike culture that welcomes all riders, at every level, on every kind of ride.
So go ahead—crank, click, and pedal your way to prizes!
Prize winners will be announced at the Boise Mtn Bike Festival on June 28, 2025. Need not be present to win.

Slow Speed Balance Skills Clinic
2025-06-11 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Eagle/Ada Bike Park, Old Horseshoe Bend Road and E Greenbrook Street, Eagle, ID, 83714
Join us for a slow speed balance skills clinic taught by Coach Levi! This clinic is open to SWIMBA members only. All ages are welcome.
This clinic will cover: chain assisted drills including wall stalls, ratchet pedaling, stop and goes, tight turning, and track stands.
These skills will help you feel safer and have more fun on the trail!
LOCATION: Clinic is located at Eagle Bike Park. Please meet Coach Levi near the bathrooms by the skatepark.
Space is limited. Click here to RSVP to reserve your slot. (Login required)
If you find out that you cannot attend after reserving a slot, please email events@swimba.org so we can open the slot to someone else.

Sweepstakes - Win a Bike
2025-06-07
2 weeks left to enter the Sweepstakes!

Local legend and all-around trail shredder Braydon Bringhurst is back at it—donating his gear (yes, again!) to help grow a stronger, more inclusive bike community in Southwest Idaho. This sweepstakes is your chance to score sweet gear and support the amazing work of:
SWIMBA (Southwest Idaho Mountain Biking Association) – Building and maintaining trails for everyone. From advocacy to keep trails open, to skills clinics that make riding safer and more accessible, SWIMBA is all about protecting the places we ride and growing the community that rides them.
Crank Queens – A women-led group with endless opportunities for riders to connect, grow skills, and shred trails together. Whether you’re new to mountain biking or a seasoned rider, Crank Queens helps women roll with confidence and community.
Idaho Women’s Bikepacking – These trailblazers are breaking down barriers with a community gear library, making bikepacking more accessible to everyone. They also lead adventures and training rides for women—from first-time bikepackers to those prepping for their next race.
By entering, you’re not just chasing cool prizes—you’re helping fuel local bike culture that welcomes all riders, at every level, on every kind of ride.
So go ahead—crank, click, and pedal your way to prizes!
Prize winners will be announced at the Boise Mtn Bike Festival on June 28, 2025. Need not be present to win.

Slow Ride
2025-06-01 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Boise) | Camels Back Park, 1200 Heron St, Boise, Idaho, 83702, United States

Advanced Skills Clinic
2025-05-07 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Eagle/Ada Bike Park, Old Horseshoe Bend Road and E Greenbrook Street, Eagle, ID, 83714
Join us for a advanced riding skills clinic taught by Coach Levi! This clinic is open to SWIMBA members only. All ages are welcome.
In this class, you’ll gain valuable techniques that will enhance your riding for months to come. Here’s what you can expect:

Mastery of slow-speed balance techniques
Strategies for tackling technical climbs
Confidence in navigating tight turns

This is a fantastic opportunity to elevate your skills and connect with fellow riders who share your passion!
LOCATION: Clinic is located at Eagle Bike Park. Please meet Coach Levi near the bathrooms by the skatepark.
Space is limited. Click here to RSVP to reserve your slot. (Login required)
If you find out that you cannot attend after reserving a slot, please email events@swimba.org so we can open the slot to someone else.

Slow Ride
2025-05-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Boise) | Military Reserve, 723 Mountain Cove Rd, Boise, ID, 83702
UPDATE: SLOW RIDE FOR MAY 4TH IS POSTPONED DUE THE HIGH PROBABILTY OF WET TRAILS AND INCLEMENT WEATHER
We may schedule a make-up ride for this one. Stay tuned for details.
Looking for a group ride but want to take it easy and enjoy your pace?
Slow Ride is a monthly group ride for those of us who don’t ride to win. We ride to get out there. We ride for our hearts and our heads. And if we take a few breaks along the way, even better!
Join us for a true no-drop ride!*
Important Notes:
Be sure your bike is trail-worthy and in good working order.
Helmets are required on the ride at all times.
Leave those dogs at home.
Be sure to bring hydration.

*Rides can be cancelled or postponed due to trail and/or atmospheric conditions. Check our website for updates.

Bikes, Hikes & Hops
2025-05-02 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Boise) | Foothills Learning Center, 3188 Sunset Peak Rd, Boise, ID, 83702
Come see us at the Hikes & Hops event. We will be there to chat all things trails and bikes!
We will also be holding a group ride at the same time.

Bikes, Hikes & Hops Group Ride
2025-05-02 17:45 - 19:00 (America/Boise) | Foothills Learning Center, 3188 Sunset Peak Rd, Boise, ID, 83702
Join us for a group ride!
Check-in at the Foothills Learning Center at 5:45 PM. We will roll out at 6:00 PM.
Ride will be a casual pace and no drop – meaning no rider will be left behind. We will have multiple re-group points.
We plan to ride up Kestrel to Crestline and down Red Cliffs. Other lower trails will be added if time permits. Plan to ride approximately 1 hour.
After the ride stop by and chat with us at the Hikes and Hops event.
Helmets required. RSVP to secure your slot!

Idaho Gives
2025-04-28 - 2025-05-01
Join SWIMBA for Idaho Gives 2025 and help us build a more inclusive trail system! This year, all funds raised will go directly toward Project Inclusive, a groundbreaking effort to create adaptive-friendly mountain bike trails at Avimor. These trails will provide accessible outdoor recreation for all riders, including adaptive athletes, families, and the entire community.
Your support will help us build and maintain these trails, ensuring Access for All in Southwest Idaho.

Support SWIMBA through Idaho Gives

Crank Queens Wilson Creek Sign Installation
2025-04-26 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Boise)
This event is for Crank Queens Boise!
Join us to install signposts at trail intersections in the Wilson Creek trail system.
Please meet at the lower parking at 9:00 AM. Dress appropriately for trail work including long pants, gloves, and closed toe shoes. Don’t forget water and snacks!
This event will involve a variety of tasks, such as digging holes with shovels or post hole diggers, moving medium-sized rocks, installing posts with expanding foam, and placing stickers on the posts. There will also be some carrying of tools and signposts to installation locations.
We welcome everyone to join us and want to ensure all participants feel comfortable and supported. If you prefer to take on lighter tasks, such as placing stickers or carrying smaller tools, please feel free to let us know! You can email us in advance (events@swimba.org) or notify a leader on the day of the event. We’re happy to accommodate your preferences to make this a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
No prior knowledge of the process is necessary, leaders will teach you!
RSVP to secure your slot! If you are interested in joining but registration has filled, please email us at events@swimba.org to join the waitlist. We will happily notify you if anyone cancels.
Lunch will be provided after the event.

Thank you Foundation for America’s Public Lands for the grant to support this project!
