OUR
MISSION
To enrich our physical and mental well-being and promote women, trans and non-binary individuals’ health, fitness and community through recreational and competitive cycling.
ABOUT US
Sorella Forte is open to all women, trans, and non-binary riders who share a passion for riding a bike. To support a more equitable cycling community, this club welcomes riders of all races, ethnicities, and sexualities. We support cyclists who enjoy the competitiveness of racing and those who like to ride recreationally.
Saturday Morning Ride
- Leave at 9 a.m., from River City Bicycles (RCB).
- Back at RCB usually about 12 p.m., but no promises. This is a no-drop ride. The group stops to fix flats, take bathroom breaks, and re-groups at major turns.
- In the case of snow, ice or other severe winter conditions, the ride is canceled.
- Yes, we ride in the rain.
Advanced Ride
- Leave at 8:30 a.m., from River City Bicycles.
- Back at RCB usually before 12 p.m.
- Yes, we ride in the rain.
Gear requirements & reccomendations
- Cycling helmet—always required
- Spare inner tube or 2
- Flat tire repair tools
- CO2 cartridge or air pump
- Bars, gels and other easy-to-handle snacks while riding
- Water—always required. When it’s hot, bring two bottles!
- If rain or winter weather, have winter tires, fenders or a buddy flap
Parking
If driving to River City Bicycles, please park on the street rather than in their parking lot. No store access: River City Bicycles opens at 10 a.m. on Saturdays.
Volunteer Board
- Linda Fanning, president
- Skyler Lemay, secretary
- Jillian Karner, treasurer
- Jaime Reed, Ann Thomas, members-at-large
- Katie Mosack, membership coordinator
- Tina Farley, social media coordinator
Featured
Sponsors
River City Bikes
River City is hands down one of the best bike shops in the country. If you can’t find it here, you don’t need it! Knowledgeable staff, sweet bikes and superior customer service make this experience one of the best you’ll ever have at a bike shop.
Learn MoreDumonde Tech
Dumonde Tech Racing Oils is one of the world leaders in lubrication development and green, earth-friendly oil technologies of high-performance lubricants for bicycles and motorsports.
Learn MoreWenzel Coaching
Wenzel Coaching is an association of coaches working daily with individual athletes and clubs in North America and beyond. They work with your life, your schedule and your commitments to help
Learn MoreSugar Wheel Works
Sugar Wheel Works is committed to designing and building great wheels. They strive to lead with sustainable practices. They commute by bike and public transportation. They participate in Pacific Power’s Blue Sky Renewable Energy Program. And they really, really like riding bikes.
Learn MorePactimo
Pactimo provides Sorella’s custom-designed team apparel and athletic wear. They develop custom cycling apparel for every climate, elevation, adventure and extreme condition. Pactimo’s roots are in custom cycling apparel.
Learn MoreFAQS
Sorella Forte welcomes all women, trans and non-binary riders. Riders of all races, ethnicities and sexual orientations are welcome.
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