What is KMC BIKING?
KMC Biking is Knoxville Movement Collective’s cycling community.
We bring riders together through road, mountain, and recreational rides across Knoxville, creating space for every level to move, connect, and explore the city on two wheels.
Each ride is about growth, connection, and discovering how fun it is to move together.
Meet the Team
KMC Biking is powered by passionate riders who believe movement is better when it’s shared. Our coaches bring together Knoxville’s cycling community across road, mountain, and recreational rides, creating space for every level to get outside, connect, and explore our city on two wheels.
Whether you’re chasing climbs, hitting trails, or just cruising for the views, our EVENT LEADS make every ride welcoming, safe, and a whole lot of fun.
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Ashley Johnston
Head Coach
Ashley is the founder of KMC and a Certified USA Cycling Coach. She's been cycling since she was a kid growing up in Atlanta and has carried that love into competing in triathlons. These days she's passionate about expanding Knoxville's cycling scene and bringing more people into the sport she loves!
You can also find her hosting the Sunday Morning Run at Partial every week!
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![A person in cycling gear, including a helmet, standing next to a red bicycle at a park, with a cloudy sky and electrical infrastructure in the background.]()
Tyler Vaudreuil
Cycling Captain
Tyler is from Chattanooga and has been running and biking since he was 10, inspired by watching his dad race Ironmans. When he's not working as an electrical engineer you can find him road biking, mountain biking, hiking, or running. His idea of a vacation is a backpacking trip to a bucket list trail. -
![A young woman in a blue jacket and shorts smiling on a mountain landscape with rocky terrain and distant mountains.]()
Lila Hess
MTB Captain
Lila is originally from Idaho and came to Knoxville for school, drawn by the city's abundance of outdoor activities. As our MTB Captain, she's here to explore every trail Knoxville has to offer and bring others along for the ride. -
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Camille Charvet
Rec Captain
Camille is a registered nurse originally from New York who fell in love with Knoxville's beauty and community spirit. She brings the same energy to every ride, fueled by matcha, good music, and a love for connecting with new people through movement!
Outside's better with friends
Outside's better with friends
How we ride
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Road Cycling
Coming Summer 2026: Our cycling club, Cadence Cycling, is new to KMC and looking for new members! Social rides, group training, and more for every cyclist.
We ride together regularly, covering 15 to 30 miles at a 12 to 15 mph pace. A road bike is required and you should feel comfortable riding in traffic and in a draft line. All paces within that range are welcome!
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Mountain Biking
Our MTB rides are for riders who are ready to hit the trails. We explore Knoxville's best trail systems together, from beginner-friendly loops to more technical terrain. A mountain bike is required and you should feel comfortable handling it on varied terrain. Helmets required on all rides.
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Recreational Riding
Our recreational rides are open to everyone. No pace goals, no pressure, no specific bike required. Whether you're on a cruiser, a hybrid, or anything in between, you're welcome here. Just show up, have fun, and enjoy Knoxville with a great group of people.
“I’ve been road cycling since I was a kid on a cycling team in Atlanta, and it’s still one of my favorite ways to move. It’s a huge part of my triathlon training, but KMC Biking has pushed me to try something new: mountain biking!! It’s improving my fitness, challenging me in new ways, and honestly, it’s just so fun.”
— Ashley Johnston, Founder
PhOTO BY NICK MORGAN PHOTOGRAPHY
FAQs
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We host road, mountain, and recreational rides throughout Knoxville. Each ride is designed for community and connection — no matter your pace or experience level, there’s a group for you.
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Not at all!
KMC Biking has something for every level. Rec Rides are open to everyone with no pace goals or pressure, Mountain Biking is great if you're comfortable on a trail, and KMC Cycling is for riders looking for more structured road miles.
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Yes. Safety is a priority at every KMC event. Helmets are required for all riders, and bike lights are required for any rides held in dark, partially lit, or low-visibility conditions.
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Each event description includes distance, pace, and route details. If you’re new to biking, start with a recreational or all-level ride and build from there!
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Bring water, a helmet, and a bike that’s in good shape. Road Cycling rides are strictly for road or gravel bikes, and Mountain Bike rides require a mountain bike. Feel free to wear pads — it’s cool to be safe!
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Join KMC for free to get updates through our GroupMe, Strava Club, and weekly event emails. You can also check our website calendar anytime for upcoming rides.
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Absolutely. All rides are open to the community — we just ask that everyone completes a KMC waiver before joining.
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While we don’t race as a team, several of our community members love to participate in races — from downhill to triathlons, we’d love to cheer you on. KMC rides are focused on connection and fun, but we’re always here to support your goals wherever your bike takes you!
More miles, more Knoxville
More miles, more Knoxville
CHECK OUT OUR CALENDAR
We move together every week — runs, rides, hikes, and everything in between. You’ll see our biggest events shared on social media, but members get the full inside scoop through our private event calendar, GroupMe, and weekly email updates.
Join KMC for free to unlock the full schedule and be part of Knoxville’s outdoor community.