About Exit Tours MC
The Club's Concept and Vision
Exit Tours MC was founded with a concept to create outstanding motorcycle experiences while fostering a community of Like-minded enthusiasts who value safety and adventure.
The Club’s vision is to champion responsible riding and build lasting friendships through shared experiences across the breathtaking landscapes of the Rocky Mountains and the West.
Exit Tours MC's Milestones
Since the Club’s inception, Exit Tours MC has been dedicated to promoting safe, exciting and enjoyable motorcycle riding experiences. Here are some key moments of the journey:
2012
Club's Inception
Exit Tours MC was established in Salida, Colorado, (Salida means ‘Exit’ in Spanish) with a focus on adopting trails and putting on dual sport, singletrack and adventure rides.
2013
First Annual Rides
Hosted 3 rides. X-Roads of the Rockies, Rocky Mountain Singletrack and a Hot Springs Adventure Tour. Attracting riders from across the Country and setting the stage for future gatherings.
2013 Singletrack & Adventure Videos
2018
Expansion of Routes
Expanded our riding routes to include the Continental Divide Adventure over 11 Mountain Passes on the Great Divide in Colorado and the San Andreas 300 on the Central Coast of California.
2020
Expanded South & West
Launched and began planning events circumnavigating Las Vegas, in the Bradshaw Mountains of Central Arizona, the Great Sand Dunes Adventure in Southern Colorado and the Spanish Border in Northern New Mexico.
2021
Expanded West
Launched a Ride we call the ‘Colorado Backroads Discovery Ride’ on the COBDR with a +. Day 7 does the Red Desert X Loop in Wyoming. From the Ute Casino in the 4 Corners to the Ladder Ranch on the Wyoming border.
2022
Expanded South
Began working with National Geographic acclaimed Cuban Expert Christopher Baker and the German Company Profil Reisen on Adventure Rides in Cuba. Cuba is a fantastic place to visit in the wintertime.
adventure awaits
Step-up your Game.
There is nothing as outstanding as riding with other Like-minded enthusiasts who share the same love and passion for riding as yourself.
With all the widespread OHV closures:
- Knowing where to go, and how to get the best out of your riding day is now more valuable than ever before.
- We have scouted out the best routes & loops, and eliminated the U-turns and dead-ends.
The Club:
- Supplies spot-on phone compatible Ride with GPS tracks
- Makes arrangements for camping or lodging.
- Has plotted gas stops.
- Supply a Chase truck and portage gear on overnight rides.
- Cook breakfast and have beverages available.
- Include T-shirts and finisher pins.
Exit Tours Motorcycle Club’s Adventure & Dual Sport Rides aren’t your grandma’s Sunday outings.
- These are High adventure, No Hassle, Low Key, Limited Entry Motorcycle Club Rides.
For 3 disciplines: Dual Sport, Singletrack and Adventure.
- Enjoy the camaraderie of Like-minded enthusiasts.
- Some rides cloverleaf from various locales.
There are no meetings, workdays or seminars associated with Club Membership.
- We don’t play politics.
- The Club will not hold your hand, but we will have your back.
Exit Tours MC was formed in Salida, CO.
- ‘Salida’ translates to ‘Exit’ from Spanish.
- Where the Arkansas river ‘Exits’ the Mountains.
- ‘Tours’ because we tour the mountains.
Ride Concept
Exit Tours MC’s Dual Sport and Singletrack rides are non-competitive and consist of as much dirt and the least amount of pavement as possible.
Our Adventure loops use as little pavement as possible, and are something you could drive your wife’s Subaru over.
- Because the bikes are all street legal, events start from a private property, travel on highways and County Roads to access dirt roads and trailheads.
- There may be all day loops that cloverleaf out of a central location.
- Or there may be overnight routes on loops where we portage your overnight gear.
- Since you will be self-navigating the route, there is no official start time.
- You may start any time you wish, though typically we like to see everyone on the trail by 9 am.
- We do not ride in large groups.
- We insist everyone use the Buddy system and look out for each other throughout the day.
- We navigate with Phone compatible Ride with GPS tracks.
- There are no guides.
THE BUDDY SYSTEM
Safety and Enjoyment
WHAT IS THE BUDDY SYSTEM?
It is what can save your life!
- If you were riding alone and got off the route and then got hurt…
- You may not be missed until the end of the day.
- For this reason we must insist that All riders use the buddy system.
- Obviously 2 (or 3) riders that enter together will be buddies.
- 4 or more should split into pairs.
- Team up with others and watch out for each other.
BUDDY RIDING PROTOCOL
Don’t lose sight of your buddy
- Don’t make a major turn unless you know your buddy will also.
- Wait at major turns.
- If buddies get separated…
- Both go back to the last place they saw each other.
Your ride will be enhanced if you ride with others who are:
- Of the same skill level
- Riding similar motorcycles
- Have compatible desires for the ride
- Speed of travel
- How often to stop for a rest, pictures, etc.
- Pair up with at least one other rider so that you can look out after each other.
Join the Adventure with Exit Tours MC
Weather you’re an ‘A’ rider or new to the trails, these Club rides offer something for everyone. Dive into the excitement and camaraderie that Exit Tours MC is known for.