The Cycle Effect Fundraiser Added to Rides & Vibes
GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado (April 29, 2025) – In an exciting partnership with the Grand Junction Sports Commission (GJSC) and the Rides & Vibes Mountain Bike and Music Festival, The Cycle Effect (TCE) will host a community fundraiser challenge ride as part of the event with a goal of raising over $5,000 to provide bikes to young female riders in Mesa County. The fundraiser will include a specific ride, called The Cycle Effect Challenge, with the Sports Commissionand other groups providing matching funds per lap completed.
Rides & Vibes is a unique 2-day event in downtown Grand Junction, Colorado that features 15, 30, 40, and Pro mountain bike races that start and finish on Main St. The event also features 14 bands on 2 stages in the heart of Grand Junction, with outdoor industry vendors, spin & yoga classes, a costume crit and so much more.
“Last year we had multiple athletes participate in Rides & Vibes through the community ride and Fresh 15 race,” said Jaz Oeinck, Mesa County Manager with TCE. “The impact for the girls to be a part of this incredible event and the sense of accomplishment was inspiring. We’re excited to add this new fundraiser which will expand our services andreach to more young female riders across western Colorado.”
The Sports Commission and TCE are inviting various community leaders to participate in the event and create awareness for the fundraiser, as well as asking the general public to join in or donate to TCE. The ride will take place on Friday, May 9 at roughly 5:30pm, following the conclusion of the Kid’s Ride with a Doctor presented byIntermountain Health. Participation in all the events on Friday night, with the exception of the Men’s and Women’sPro Crits, are free for the public. Additional 15, 30, and 40 mile mountain bike races will be held on Saturday.
“One of the largest benefits to Rides & Vibes is the amount of support we’re able to provide to local partners,” said Ben Snyder, Executive Director of GJSC. “Over the last four years, this event has grown significantly and the amount of impact we have on the local economy and cycling organizations continues to rise. The partnership with TCE is both impactful and rewarding, I’m confident we will exceed our goal and create more opportunities for thesegirls.”
Information on Rides & Vibes including registration, music performers, event schedule, and more can be found at www.gjridesandvibes.com.
