Hello,

With warm weather and rain in the mix, the trails are calling your name—perfect conditions for some epic rides!

In this month’s Roundup, we’ve got exciting shop and community updates to keep you stoked about the future of your riding and the growth of our local cycling community.

So, saddle up and dive in!

In This Edition:

📰 Shop Updates (We’re Now a MOOTS Dealer)

🙏 Coganative MTB (Hurricane Helene Devastation)

⛏ Central Oregon Trail Alliance Update (Women of COTA Highlights)

🎥 UNSUNG: The World’s Premier Gravel Race (The Army of People Behind It)

📰 Shop Updates

Repair Queue

It’s a great time to bring your bike in for repair work. We have a 24-48 hour turnaround time for basic tune. Give us a call or stop in if you have any questions.

New Fall Hours

As we transition into winter, please note our updated shop hours:

- Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

- Sunday: CLOSED

Fall Riding Gear Incoming

As we stock up on fall and winter riding gear, our leftover summer inventory must go. All summer gear is on sale at up to 50% off. Swing in to see what’s new and what’s on sale!

Whoop Whoop For MOOTS

We’re thrilled to announce that we are officially a MOOTS dealer!

MOOTS is a cycle company based out Steamboat Springs, CO that has been dedicated to designing and delivering some of the most quality mountain bikes in the world for over 40 years (yes, all their bikes are made in the US). With a focus on titanium construction, their bikes are sure to last and provide a ride unlike any “second-tier gear”, aluminum counterpart. Checkout their offerings and mission here.

McKenzie Pass Update

McKenzie Pass is still open and still a great option for road cyclists in Central Oregon. Typically the pass closes in early November.

➕ Bikes For Sale

Checkout some of the beautiful bikes we have for offer on our show floor right now! Come on in to learn more about them.

We also still have some of our 2024 demo fleet available for sale. These bikes were ridden as rentals for a season, fixed up, and are now available for purchase at unbeatable rates. Inventory changes daily, so make it in ASAP.

🙏 Cognative MTB Affected by Hurricane Helene

We’ve been deeply saddened by the recent devastation across the Southern US. Our hearts are with all those affected during this difficult time.

Our friends at Cognative MTB—a cycling clothing company in Western North Carolina and the creators of our latest shop apparel—have been hit hard by the severe weather. As a small business, they’re facing significant challenges, and now, more than ever, they need our support. Whether it’s spreading the word, sending good thoughts, or making a purchase, every bit of help counts toward getting them back on their feet.

If you’d like to lend a hand, you can visit their website or stop by the shop to check out the custom-branded gear they’ve created for us.

⛏️ Central Oregon Trail Alliance Update

COTA is hosting their Sisters Chapter Meeting on October 24 at 6 PM at the shop, and you’re invited! These meetings are a fantastic opportunity to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in our local cycling community and connect with the passionate individuals leading the charge. If you'd like to attend, be sure to RSVP here.
Currently most of Tiddlywinks trail is closed due to trail construction:
- “From October 7th through mid-November, Tiddlywinks will be closed from the Kiwa Butte intersection to Steve Larsens intersection. The climbing routes will also be closed. As an alternative, consider riding Kiwa Butte, Funner, Tylers or Steve Larsen trails. Dirt Mechanics and crew will be tuning up the power line jump sections and the COTA crew will be working on the upper section for optimal Fall riding conditions.”
The Women of COTA Work and Ride Parties in Sisters have been a huge success over the past few months! These events offer an amazing opportunity for women cyclists to connect, work on trail maintenance, and enjoy some great rides together. Check out some of the highlights in the photos below:

🎥 Must Watch: UNSUNG

Unsung follows three of the unheralded heroes who make events like Unbound, the world’s premiere gravel race, so special. Linda Guerrette, Michelle Duffy, and Wayne Smith all contribute in their own way to the gravel community. Whether in their role as a photographer, an event organizer, or rider support/mechanic, they all infuse their passion and incredible energy into the greater gravel collective. In doing so, they ensure the bright future of the sport.

That’s all for October! We hope you’re able to take advantage of the crisp autumn days and get some great rides in before winter sets in and we connect again next month.

As always, if you have any ideas for future newsletters or events, we’d love to hear from you! Drop us a line at info@blazinsaddleshub.com.

You make everything we do possible! Thank you.

Cheers,
The Blazin Saddles Crew
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STA group ride and STA donation from Blazin Saddles with Lucky Woodsman.

October Roundup 🙏