The dirt: July 2026
THE DIRT on a Camping Weekend with COMBO, a Heads Up on Busy Trails to Avoid this Month, Ways to Get Outside this month, + MORE!
Welcome to The Dirt, your favorite monthly newsletter. If you wanna get informed, get outside, and get involved in your local Central Ohio trails, then get "the dirt" from us.
Pack your Bags & Camping Gear!
Everyone is headed north for a weekend to the second race of COMBO’s legedary FUNduro Race Series. This is one of our favorite locations for the whole family to attend because Camp Tuscazoar has so much to do if you’re not racing!
🗓️ Sunday July 19th
⏰ Race Starts at 11:00am
📍 Camp Tuscazoar
🚵🏼♀️ Race in our brand NEW Beginner category for $25!
🔗 The 2026 Camp Tuscazoar Racer Packet is now available so you don’t miss out on all of the fun we have planned! Read more for:
Food Trucks
Photographer for your action shots
Camping
NEW Stages added to the mix
Party at the Peak information!
& more!
Heads Up Riders!
If you're planning to ride at Alum Creek this month, expect to see a few more smiling faces on the trails on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings.
The Gator's MTB Team and Lost in the Woods MTB Team will be holding their regular team practices at P1 and P2, bringing lots of young riders out to build skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of mountain biking.
Please be patient, ride with courtesy, and remember that these future trail stewards are learning trail etiquette right alongside their riding skills. Slow down when approaching groups, announce yourself when passing, and help make their experience a great one.
RACE DAY: Gator’s MTB Race Series will also be hosting their 2nd Race of the 2026 Season at John Bryan State Park on Sunday July 12th
Thanks for sharing the trails and supporting the next generation of mountain bikers!
MTB Class is in Session
Our third & fourth Dirt School & Shred School of the 2026 MTB School Year is happening this month!
DIRT SCHOOL: Learn the fundamentals of mountain biking that will give you confidence on the trails.
SHRED SCHOOL: Build on your existing skills and teach cornering, front and rear wheel lifts, + more!
🎟️ Tickets are REQUIRED and LIMITED!
🏁 WEEKLY MTB Group Ride
🗓️ Every Monday
⏰ 6:00pm roll out
📍 Seek-No-Further Cider Co.
🏁 WEEKLY MTB Group Ride
🗓️ Every Wednesday
⏰ 7:00pm
📍 Parking at LITW Bike Shop
🏁 WEEKLY Road Group Ride
🗓️ Every Saturday
⏰ 9:00am
📍 Parking at LITW Bike Shop
🏁 Women’s MTB Group Rides
🗓️ Friday July 10th & 24th
📍 Grandview, OH
🔗 Check it Out Here!
🏁 XOBA w/ Outdoor Pursuits
🗓️ July 25th - August 1st
🔗 Check it Out Here!
Trail Day at Chestnut Ridge on July 11th
COMBO is hosting monthly Trail Days at Chestnut Ridge on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Check out the event page for need to know information beforehand!
Trail Day at Alum Creek on July 26th
COMBO is hosting monthly Trail Days at Alum Creek on the last Sunday of every month. Check out the event page for need to know information beforehand!
