Attention: Temporary closure of Blankets Creek on Sunday, January 7th, 2024. This closure is due to a scheduled deer hunting event aimed at managing the local deer population.
Read MoreA big shoutout to everyone who joined us at our Christmas Party! Your presence turned it into a fantastic celebration.
Party Highlights Video
For those who want to revisit the fun or see what they missed, we've got a highlight video ready. Check it out and see the best moments of our gathering.
Read MoreDue to the wet weather conditions, we regret to announce that the group ride planned for today is canceled. However, the Christmas party is still on! Join us at 2 PM for an afternoon filled with festive cheer, delicious food, and great company.
Read MoreReminder, join us for a day of festive fun and community spirit at SORBA Woodstock's Christmas Party on December 9th! Gear up for a group ride at 1 PM and enjoy a celebration with friends from all walks of life. Don't forget to bring a chair and RSVP. Let's make this holiday season unforgettable!
Read MoreThe recent Board of Directors meeting for SORBA Woodstock brought forward key updates and future plans for our trails. We've seen great progress with projects at Blankets Creek and are eager about new trail initiatives. Please see the attached minutes for a full rundown of our discussions. Your involvement and support continue to drive our success in making Woodstock a great place for biking.
Read MoreJoin the holiday cheer at SORBA Woodstock's Annual Christmas Party on December 9th, sponsored by Conte's Bike Shop! Celebrate with us in style with an Ugly Sweater Contest, delightful food from Tuscany, and a group ride.
RSVP on our event page to be part of this festive gathering!
Happy Thanksgiving from SORBA Woodstock!
As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we want to give a special thanks to everyone in our community. To our dedicated trail builders, our vigilant bike patrol, our insightful board of directors, and especially to you, our enthusiastic trail users - your passion and commitment are what make our trails so extraordinary.
Thank you for being an integral part of SORBA Woodstock. Here's to more shared trails and memories!
Read MoreTemporary Closure Alert for Blankets Creek: November 19, 2023
Attention Blankets Creek visitors: Please note that the trails will be closed this Sunday (11/18/23) due to a controlled deer hunting event to help manage the local deer population. The trails will be safely reopened on Monday. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring community safety. Stay tuned for further updates!
Read MoreExciting Update for Mountain Bikers and Trail Users!
We're thrilled to announce a major shift in how we communicate about the Blankets Creek and Rope Mill mountain bike trails. Recognizing the diverse preferences of our community, all the latest news and updates will now be centralized on our website, www.sorbawoodstock.org.
🚵 Stay up-to-date with:
Regular Trail Updates
Upcoming Events & Races
Important Safety Alerts
Community Stories & Tips
Visit www.sorbawoodstock.org for comprehensive trail information. Whether you're a seasoned rider or just starting out, find everything you need for your next adventure.
Read MorePresident: Nikki Adams
Vice President: Bob Liggett
Secretary: Tom Meany
Treasurer: Jay Wilkes
Trail Director: Mark Bolding
Bike Patrol Director: Rick Miller
Trail Ambassador: Jack Rutherford
Treasury Report: $2,442.57 in donations.
Membership Database: Update on new online system.
Trail Projects:
Various updates on trail maintenance and development, including VMT Rework, South Loop, Dwelling Erosion Repair, and new developments at Parking Lot Jumps.
Continued efforts on signage maintenance and new installations.
Plans for new equipment, including the potential purchase of an excavator.
Rope Mill Projects: Updates on new trail connections and bridge safety improvements.
Bike Patrol: Introduction of new patrollers, first aid training, and equipment updates.
2023 Event Calendar:
Upcoming events including Rope Mill Dirty Duathlon, social rides, and the SORBA Christmas party.
Miscellaneous:
Wildlife Management updates, ongoing board nominations, community collaborations, and website and social media improvements.
Next Meeting: Topics to be discussed include grant updates and storage solutions for Rope Mill.
2024 Preliminary Calendar: Preview of events planned for the upcoming year.
2024 Goals: Announcement of goals and review of 2023 accomplishments to be presented at the Christmas party.
The Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association, Woodstock, GA Chapter (SORBA-W), was formed in March, 2000, by a group of local mountain bikers. SORBA-W was formed in part due to the closure of trails at Boling Park in Canton, GA to off-road cycling. With the mission to preserve, protect, and educate the community, SORBA-W's primary focus has been advocacy, mountain bike trail development, and trail maintenance in Cherokee County. As an extension of the main SORBA/IMBA organization, SORBA-W also assists with rides, festivals, and the advancement of off-road cycling throughout the southeastern United States.
Currently SORBA-Woodstock has relationships with local land managers such as the City of Woodstock, City of Canton, Cherokee Recreation and Parks Authority, Department of Natural Resources, Boy Scouts of America, Cherokee County Water Authority, and the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Allatoona. These relationships provide mountain bikers with opportunities for trail access while protecting the future of existing trails. SORBA-W's primary role is to organize volunteer workers to perform trail layout, design, construction, and maintenance at Blankets Creek and Taylor Randahl Memorial Mountain Bike Trails. SORBA Woodstock's leadership is made up solely of volunteers.
The Blankets Creek Mountain Bike Trail System in Cherokee County on Sixes Road ( I-575 exit 11), is comprised of six trails: Mosquito Flats (Beginner), Mosquito Bite (Beginner plus), Dwelling Loop (Intermediate), South Loop (Advanced) Van Michael Trail (Advanced) and Quehl Holler (Expert Downhill). The Dwelling Loop was opened on June 3rd, 2000. The South Loop and Mosquito Flats were opened in the fall of 2003, Mosquito Bite and Van Michael Trail in June 2008 and the newest trail Quehl Holler in 2010.
Taylor Randahl Memorial Mountain Bike Trails, located just east of Blankets in Olde Rope Mill Park is comprised of three trails: Explorer (Intermediate), Avalanche (Intermediate) and The Mill Trails (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced). Avalanche opened in 2010, Explorer in 2011 and The Mill in 2015.
