Ride Schedule for October 2022
Leader: Hong-Kit Wong (917) 660-0229
Leader: Richard Zapien (415) 260-2334 text
Meet at 8:45 am for a 9:00 am start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Ride to Donut Alley in Larkspur for donuts! We will ride our bikes over the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, and enjoy donut and coffee (instead of croissant and cocoa). **Bring cash!** We welcome new riders.
A large portion of the route is on dedicated bike path, but please be cautious going over train tracks in Richmond. We will have a bathroom and water stop at Richmond Marina Park about 6 miles in.
Leader: David Brown (510) 508-4215 text
Leader: Alison Kuehner (510) 219-3929 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:15 am start
Start Location: De Anza College Parking Lot E
Pre-registration
This route follows scenic south bay roads I rode in my high school days. Starting at De Anza college we head up through Steven Creek park, taking the formidable Redwood Gulch road across to highway 9, then up to Skyline and the high point of the Santa Cruz mountains at Castle Rock park. We then have 25 miles of rolling downhill to Soquel and lunch. We come back up Mountain Charlie road to Lexington reservoir, down to Los Gatos, then along the edge of the Saratoga hills back to Cupertino. Note that 2/3 of the climbing is in the first half of the ride.
There is about a mile of gravel trail coming down from Lexington reservoir, and a mile on the shoulder of highway 17. The pavement on Mountain Charlie is poor, and many parts of the route are without cell phone access, so make sure you and your bike are prepared. We will follow neighborhood roads in cities to avoid traffic, so turn-by-turn nav is highly recommended.
Forecasts of 15% POP or temps above 90 in Los Gatos cancels, please check with the leader if you are unsure before driving to the start.
Start location and rest/lunch stops are marked on the route.
Leader: Mary Ann Jawili (661) 343-5737 text
Leader: Liz Kroboth (703) 338-4897 text
Meet at 9:40 am for a 9:50 am start
Start Location: Antioch BART
Pre-registration
[RWGPS route] Join us for a tour of the delta and out to our state capitol! This is a mostly flat ride with some interesting landmarks and diversions: bridges, the delta, waterfront country roads, and even a mansion. The CA-160 bridge is short and steep. On roads with no shoulder, we may break up into smaller groups and reconvene at predetermined points. Snacks, water, and restrooms at Rio Vista (Mile 17). Water and restrooms at Clarksburg (Mile 44). Beer and barbecue (with vegetarian options) in Sacramento. Bring lights if you'll bike home after the Amtrak ride. Weather-wise, it looks like it will be sunny and warm (as much as 90F); might be good to bring extra water.
This ride is designed to start with the BART train arriving at Antioch at 9:39am.
Riders are responsible for getting their own Amtrak tickets and getting on the train. Leaders will take riders to the train station in time for the 4:55pm Capitol Corridor/Amtrak train back to the East Bay. Riders may take a later train if they want. Note that there's a Buy One Get One Free deal with no advance purchase required; riders are welcome to self-organize to take advantage of the deal.
This is not a no-drop ride. We will ride at a T-pace, which is defined as 10-12 mph on the Three Bears Loop. Given the flatness of this ride, the average moving speed will probably be ~14 mph. Faster riders will have to wait, and slower riders will get dropped. Make sure you have a copy of the route.
Poor AQI and/or extreme heat will cancel this ride.
Leader: Steve Tracy (510) 881-6042 text
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:10 am start
Start Location: Pinole Valley Park
Pre-registration
Lotsa water views. Experience Mare island and Vallejo waterfront trail; adds 15 miles (at slower T pace) to clockwise two bridges loop with Carquinez scenic byway return. Food stop in Benicia mile 31. 2600 elevation. Bay trail in Benicia and to / from Pinole
Leader: Mary Ann Jawili (661) 343-5737 text
Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith (510) 684-2840
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Del Norte BART
Pre-registration
Some adjustments may be made to the route based on trail conditions, road closures, and available daylight. Bring lights!
[RideWithGPS route] Join us for a social mixed terrain ride. We recommend tires wider than 32mm and gearing easier than 1:1. While this is T-pace ride, there are some steep and rocky climbs. Bright lights just in case. Riders are welcome to peel off at any point to get in more riding or head on home. If you are on the fence, here are some pictures for inspiration: [1][2][3] E-bikes are not allowed on this route's trails.
Meet us at the southeast corner of Cutting Avenue and the Ohlone Greenway [Google Maps street view] We have a hard roll time of 5:35pm. Because they can't pre-register online, non-members are encouraged to contact the leaders in advance.
Leader: Nikki Ellman (510) 517-8647 text
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start
GPC Route: Mt. Tam CCW. Return via Hwy 1
Start Location: Mill Valley - Public Safety Buildings
Pre-registration
Meet at the Public Safety Building in Mill Valley at 10 for a 10:15 start. We will ride up Panoramic to Pantoll, along Ridgecrest to Bolinas-Fairfax Road down to Highway 1. Lunch will be at in Stinson Beach at the picnic tables near the beach. Return on Highway 1 south to Tam Junction. Bring lunch or buy in Stinson. Please pre-register and download or print out route sheet. Leaders will have limited copies.
Leader: Mark Nienberg (510) 812-9312 text
Meet at 9:30 am
GPC Route: Miller Creek to Tomales (long version)
Start Location: San Rafael - Marinwood Community Center
Pre-registration
From Marinwood to Tomales via Nicasio and Chileno Valley, return via Hwy 1. This longer version of the ride comes into Tomales from the back side using Alexander, Fallon Two Rock, and Middle Roads.
There are some shorter options. You can start your ride in Nicasio to save 20 miles for the day. We should pass through there around 10:15. Also, if you are having trouble keeping up, you can skip the turn onto Alexander and ride straight into Tomales for the lunch stop. That saves about 4 miles. Please review the map ahead of time and be prepared to navigate this change on your own if you think you might want to do it.
There is often a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch.
We'll start when everyone who arrives by the meeting time is ready. If you arrive after the meeting time, you may have to chase. You can probably catch us at our regroup in Nicasio.
Leader: David Gould (206) 471-3272 text
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Meet at 5:20 pm for a 5:30 pm start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
This is a "bonus ride" -- we've extended the ride for an extra 2 weeks in October (on 10/6 and 10/13) to continue the fun. We may shorten the ride due to limited day light. It will be dark at the end of the ride, don't forget your lights!
Please join us for this weekly Thursday evening ride. A fun, friendly ride with regroups for strong TM riders. Up Spruce and out Grizzly Peak and Skyline, then down Shepherd Canyon and back to N. Berkeley BART. Since the days are getting short, we’ll skip the out-and-back to Chabot Space and Science Center and head straight down Shepherd Canyon.
Lights are required!
Route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35867471
Leader: Mike Wood (708) 539-9663 text
Leader: Drew U (510) 290-0615 text
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
GPC Route: CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location: Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
Leader: Siu Mak (510) 229-0090 text
Leader: Maggie Wang (408) 888-3033 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:20 am start
GPC Route: ASSR - LT - Lamorinda CW
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
Ride the new route for LT pace group before the Century Recruiting BBQ! We will end our ride at the park.
Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website. This listing and pre-registration is for the LT-pace group.
Leader: Dolores Apton (510) 390-3110 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:20 am start
GPC Route: ASSR - TM (short) - Classic Andante
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
Update: Ride leader will deviate from the traditional Andante route at Lafayette, skipping Happy Valley Road. We will go along the Regional Trail through Moraga, then onto Moraga Way. Route to BBQ: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41093063
Ride the classic Andante for TM (short) pace group before the Century Recruiting BBQ! We will end our ride at the park.
Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website. This listing and pre-registration is for the TM-pace group doing the shorter route.
Leader: Alison Kuehner (510) 219-3929 text
Leader: David Brown (510) 508-4215 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:20 am start
GPC Route: Century North Loop
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
Ride the North Loop (hey McEwen climb!) for TM (long) pace group before the Century Recruiting BBQ! We will end our ride at the park.
Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website. This listing and pre-registration is for the TM-pace group doing the longer route.
Leader: Jessica Jensen (510) 508-6389 text
Meet at 12:00 pm
Start Location: Orinda Oaks Park
We are hosting a post-ASSR BBQ where your friendly neighborhood Century Chair will also be recruiting for century coordinators and volunteers for the 2023 planning committee.
Please feel free to join a ride first, then come have burgers, brews, and dogs at Oaks Park (between Woodland and Ivy Drive on Moraga Way). You can also just come straight to the BBQ - no riding required! The park is about 2.5 miles down from Orinda BART, on the left if you're traveling from BART/Hwy 24. Attendees are encouraged to ride their bikes as there is limited car parking at the park itself.
We'll start grilling at 12:00PM and keep serving food until everyone's had their fill. Please feel free to bring a potluck item (but not required).
Please RSVP here so we know how much food to buy!
https://forms.gle/oMnL6TtYB1utEpZm7
Leader: David Gould (206) 471-3272 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:10 am start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Mixed-terrain tour of Wildcat, Tilden, and Sibley, avoiding the trickiest parts. There are still a few steep climbs and dangerous descents, so bring big gears and big tires.
Stop at Smokehouse in Berkeley afterward for burgers and milkshakes.
Leader: Mary Ann Jawili (661) 343-5737 text
Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith (510) 684-2840
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Del Norte BART
Pre-registration
Some adjustments may be made to the route based on trail conditions, road closures, and available daylight. Bring lights!
[RideWithGPS route] Join us for a social mixed terrain ride. We recommend tires wider than 32mm and gearing easier than 1:1. While this is T-pace ride, there are some steep and rocky climbs. Bright lights just in case. Riders are welcome to peel off at any point to get in more riding or head on home. If you are on the fence, here are some pictures for inspiration: [1][2][3] E-bikes are not allowed on this route's trails.
Meet us at the southeast corner of Cutting Avenue and the Ohlone Greenway [Google Maps street view] We have a hard roll time of 5:35pm. Because they can't pre-register online, non-members are encouraged to contact the leaders in advance.
Leader: Debbie Miskell (415) 488-7300 text
Meet at 10:00 am
GPC Route: Mt. Veeder Counterclockwise
Start Location: Cuttings Wharf
Pre-registration closed. You can sign in at the start.
Let's go to wine country this week for a Mt Veeder loop - counterclockwise. Ride from Cuttings Wharf boat launch and head over to Mt Veeder after riding thru the Carneros region and up Dry Creek road over to Mt Veeder. Lunch is 3/4 way thru ride so bring extra snacks and water. Bring or buy lunch at Browns Valley store or the yogurt shop. It is probably the time for their pumpkin yogurt ! Terrain is rolling hills with a steep section at the beginning of Mt Veeder climb. Questions, call or email leader.
Meet at 6:45 pm for a 7:00 pm start
Join the club's virtual monthly business meeting at 7:00 pm. Optional social time from 6:45 pm to 7:00 pm. Check your email for an announcement with the agenda and details of how to join the meeting.
Leader: Mark Nienberg (510) 812-9312 text
Meet at 9:30 am
GPC Route: Heather Farm, Morgan Territory, Diablo Junction
Start Location: Walnut Creek - Heather Farm
Pre-registration
Meet in the penultimate northern parking lot of Heather Farm in Walnut Creek (by the baseball fields) for this ride to Clayton, Morgan Territory, and Diablo Junction. Lunch will be at Draeger's Market in Blackhawk Plaza.
Note that Heather Farm is about a mile from Pleasant Hill BART, which is probably the preferred way to get there. If you want to make the ride easier you can skip the Diablo climb after lunch and work your way back on the Iron Horse Trail. Navigation for that option is simple, but up to you.
There is often a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. We'll start when everyone who arrives by the meeting time is ready. If you arrive after the meeting time you may have to chase. You can probably catch us at the park in Clayton, where we will have a brief stop.
Leader: David Gould (206) 471-3272 text
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Meet at 5:20 pm for a 5:30 pm start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
This is a "bonus ride" -- we've extended the ride for an extra 2 weeks in October (on 10/6 and 10/13) to continue the fun. We may shorten the ride due to limited day light. It will be dark at the end of the ride, don't forget your lights!
Please join us for this weekly Thursday evening ride. A fun, friendly ride with regroups for strong TM riders. Up Spruce and out Grizzly Peak and Skyline, then down Shepherd Canyon and back to N. Berkeley BART. Since the days are getting short, we’ll skip the out-and-back to Chabot Space and Science Center and head straight down Shepherd Canyon.
Lights are required!
Route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35867471
Leader: Mike Wood (708) 539-9663 text
Leader: Drew U (510) 290-0615 text
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
GPC Route: CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location: Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
Leader: Arleen Sakamoto
Leader: Kenneth Karda (510) 530-8389
Meet at 9:45 am for a 10:00 am start
Start Location: Berkeley - Aquatic Park Playground
Pre-registration
We will ride to the Emeryville marina, then North on the Bay Trail for a clockwise loop to the Red Oak Victory Ship, Miller-Knox Park, Ferry Point Tunnel, & lunch @ Little Louie's. There will be an option to bypass the tunnel.
Leader: Rick Patterson (510) 978-1786 text
Meet at 9:40 am for a 10:00 am start
GPC Route: Bears Loop
Start Location: Orinda - San Pablo Dam Rd and Bear Creek Rd
Pre-registration
This will be the last GPC ITT for this year.
Marie Appel will be co-leading (keeping time). Pre-registration is helpful for keeping time but it is not mandatory as stated in the ride description.
Come test and develop your cycling skills. For new club members, this is a good ride to find your pace as measured by GPC (see link below). For experienced and advanced riders, send it!
The first rider is off at 10:01 and a rider a minute after that. 20% chance of rain cancels. The ITT is the only GPC ride where you have to be a member of the Club (insurance reasons), but you can join or renew right there at the start for $20/year. Pre-registration is mandatory.
Leader: Adele Madelo (510) 773-0693 text
Leader: Liz Kroboth (703) 338-4897 text
Meet at 9:45 am
Start Location: Pleasant Hill BART
Pre-registration
The RWGPS link above has been updated. Instead of Luigi's, we'll stop at States, but there are other options. Expect rollers, especially on Morello.
Thank goodness for the rain last month, but let's try and do this ride this month. Starting off at Pleasant Hill BART (parking available!), we'll get our climbs in on Franklin Canyon and Cummings Skyway. Bathroom and snack stop at mile 16 at the park before turning onto Pomona. After riding along Carquinez Scenic and enjoying delta views, we'll stop at States Coffee in DT Martinez (mile 24.6). We return to BART via Pacheco, Morello, and CoCo Canal Trail. Check out the RWGPS link for deets. Please note that we will leave as close to 9:50 as possible.
Leader: Mary Ann Jawili (661) 343-5737 text
Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith (510) 684-2840
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Del Norte BART
Pre-registration
Some adjustments may be made to the route based on trail conditions, road closures, and available daylight. Bring lights!
[RideWithGPS route] Join us for a social mixed terrain ride. We recommend tires wider than 32mm and gearing easier than 1:1. While this is T-pace ride, there are some steep and rocky climbs. Bright lights just in case. Riders are welcome to peel off at any point to get in more riding or head on home. If you are on the fence, here are some pictures for inspiration: [1][2][3] E-bikes are not allowed on this route's trails.
Meet us at the southeast corner of Cutting Avenue and the Ohlone Greenway [Google Maps street view] We have a hard roll time of 5:35pm. Because they can't pre-register online, non-members are encouraged to contact the leaders in advance.
Leader: Phil Morton (510) 847-7651 text
Leader: Nikki Ellman (510) 517-8647 text
Meet at 10:00 am
GPC Route: Occidental Loop
Start Location: Valley Ford, School Rd.
Pre-registration
A loop from Valley Ford through Occidental and Duncans Mills (where we will eat lunch) with optional side trips up Austin Creek and Bay Hill Rd. Terrain can be reduced to 3 by skipping Bay Hill and staying on Hwy 1 through Bodega Bay. Distance can be reduced to 38 by skipping Austin Creek.
An alternative to taking River Road to Duncans Mills is the less traveled Moscow Road on the south side of the Russian River. Do not be deterred by the Road Closed sign. You may have to dismount and walk around the barrier.
Leader: Mark Nienberg (510) 812-9312 text
Meet at 9:30 am
GPC Route: Miller Creek to Marshall
Start Location: San Rafael - Marinwood Community Center
Pre-registration
From our Marinwood start, we will ride to Nicasio, then past the the Cheese Factory, Hicks Valley, and over the Marshall Wall to Hwy 1. Lunch in Pt. Reyes Station before completing the loop.
Shorten the ride to about 42 miles by starting in Nicasio. We should pass through there about 10:20 or so.
Please pre-register if you can. There is often a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. Faster riders should feel free to push on after lunch. Just tell the leader first.
Leader: Mike Wood (708) 539-9663 text
Leader: Drew U (510) 290-0615 text
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
GPC Route: CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location: Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
Leader: Ted Ognibene (510) 914-1065 text
Meet at 8:15 am for a 8:30 am start
GPC Route: Mt Hamilton CW from Livermore
Start Location: Livermore - Ernie Rodrigues Softball fields
Pre-registration
It's October and it's cooling off, the leaves are turning and the Tarantulas are out looking for love. Perfect time to ride out Mines Road and through the scenic and remote San Antonio Valley as we climb Mt Hamilton from the East. We then drop down into San Jose and work our way north through Milpitas and take Calaveras back to Pleasanton and then a quick jaunt back to the start which is less than a mile away from Hometown Hops. We will roll past the Junction before it opens so the first food stop will be the vending machines at the top of Hamilton, then we can do stops in Milpitas and Sunol. Meet at 8:15 and roll by 8:30, pre-registration would be greatly appreciated.
Leader: David Brown (510) 508-4215 text
Leader: Alison Kuehner (510) 219-3929 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:15 am start
GPC Route: Heather Farm, Morgan Territory, Diablo Junction
Start Location: Walnut Creek - Heather Farm
Pre-registration
A nice loop ride with two big climbs. Note that Heather Farm is close to Pleasant Hill BART, and has lots of free parking.
Stops in Clayton, Morgan summit, Lunch at Draeger’s. Note that you can skip the Diablo climb after lunch and just roll back to the start if you prefer.
Leader: Cree T. Cobb (209) 202-9846 text
Meet at 9:45 am for a 10:00 am start
Start Location: Sebastopol - Ragle Rd/Covert Lane
Pre-registration
Sweetwater from Sebastopol. Wild Flour bakery, Monte Rio, Guerneville, Sweetwater Springs Road. Trying out modified route of what I usually take, 1st time, so it’s new. I had RWGPS assistance. Wild Flour Bakery, mile 8.5, for those who want sweets. Lightwave Coffee and Kitchen, mile 18, for snack while others stand in line at Wild Flour Bakery if long line. Lunch at Big Bottom Market in Guerneville on River Road, mile 23. I need to update RWGPS for it. 16228 Main Street. Sweetwater sort of steep climb. Downhill some 16 % descents, can be wet this time of year with cattle grates; I go slow downhill. Very scenic route. Ragle Ranch Park start, 500 Ragle Rd, Sebastopol, CA 95472.
Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith (415) 212-8451 text
Meet at 9:55 am for a 10:05 am start
Start Location: Rockridge BART
Pre-registration
Estimated elevation gain is 5.2k ft, so be prepared to climb and make sure your brakes are in good condition. A bike with least 35mm tires and 1-1 gear ratio is recommended. There are some steep sections both up and down on this ride, so be prepared for that. Expect trails to have some loose sections this time of year, and there are a few tricky sections. I included bishops walk on this route, but we may skip if we have a large group as that trail is steep and narrow. Feel free to contact ride leader if you have questions about the route.
There is no lunch stop so bring your own food. There will be multiple opportunities for water and bathrooms. Regroups will be called at the major junctions/water stops, however there is no sweep so some amount of self sufficiency with regards to navigation/mechanicals is expected. Cell service is intermittent in the parks. E-Bikes are not permitted on East Bay Regional Parks trails.
Leader: Mary Ann Jawili (661) 343-5737 text
Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith (510) 684-2840
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Del Norte BART
Pre-registration
Some adjustments may be made to the route based on trail conditions, road closures, and available daylight. Bring lights!
[RideWithGPS route] Join us for a social mixed terrain ride. We recommend tires wider than 32mm and gearing easier than 1:1. While this is T-pace ride, there are some steep and rocky climbs. Bright lights just in case. Riders are welcome to peel off at any point to get in more riding or head on home. If you are on the fence, here are some pictures for inspiration: [1][2][3] E-bikes are not allowed on this route's trails.
Meet us at the southeast corner of Cutting Avenue and the Ohlone Greenway [Google Maps street view] We have a hard roll time of 5:35pm. Because they can't pre-register online, non-members are encouraged to contact the leaders in advance.
Leader: Debbie Miskell (415) 488-7300 text
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start
GPC Route: Sonoma Wine Country Loop CCW
Start Location: Esposti Park, WIndsor
Pre-registration closed. You can sign in at the start.
It is time for our fall Healdsburg Harvest ride and enjoy the beautiful roads and colors in Russian River valley. We will be starting from Esposti Park in Windsor as we did last year. . Then head over to Chalk Hill, Alexander Valley Road and Red Winery road to Geyersville and over to West Dry Creek for lunch in Healdsburg plaza. After lunch, it is Westside and Eastside roads and back to Windsor. Lunch is 35 miles into the ride so bring snacks. Bring or buy lunch in Healdsburg. Terrain is rolling with short climbs on Chalk Hill and Canyon. You may shorten the ride with short cut to lunch with bypass Red Winery/Canyon/West Dry Creek loop to around 37 miles. You also go directly back to Windsor on Old Redwood Highway.
Leader: Mark Nienberg (510) 812-9312 text
Meet at 9:30 am
GPC Route: Rockville to Lake Hennessey
Start Location: Rockville Bike shop
Pre-registration
This ride starts in nearby Rockville, but extends up into the Napa Valley as far as Lake Hennessey. We'll stop for a snack at Silverado Market (mile 21) and have lunch at Turtle Rock (mile 48). The lunch stop is a bar without much in the way of food, so I suggest buying lunch at the first stop and carrying it to the second. There just aren't any other options in the area.
There is often a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. Faster riders should feel free to push on after lunch. Just tell the leader first.
Park in the back of the Rockville Bike parking lot, not in front of the businesses. Please pre-register if you can.
Leader: Mike Wood (708) 539-9663 text
Leader: Drew U (510) 290-0615 text
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
GPC Route: CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location: Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
We're canceling the ride on 10/27 because ride leader is sick. Please join us next week on Thursday 11/3.
Please join us for a weekly Thursday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We’ll head up Virginia St and Spruce to the water fountain at Spruce/Grizzly Peak for our first regroup, then head out along Wildcat Canyon to South Park Rd. From there, we'll climb to the top of South Park once or twice (e.g. we’ll climb S. Park, descend and climb again if the mood strikes us). South Park is closed to cars, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park then back to N Berkeley Bart, expect about 2,300 feet of elevation gain. This is a great workout! Note that in past years this ride happened on Tuesday evening and started at Spruce/Grizzly Peak. We're changing this year to Thursday evening and start at N. Berkeley BART.
NOTE: This is a night ride. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels the ride. Please contact ride leaders with any questions.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41240468
Leader: David Gould (206) 471-3272 text
Meet at 5:20 pm for a 5:30 pm start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Climb Wildcat's Havey Canyon and enjoy the sunset on the way to Seaview in Tilden, then take Old Tunnel to Sibley before descending Dirt Tunnel.
Bring enough light to safely ride challenging descents after dark: ideally, one mounted to your helmet, and another on your handlebars.
RideWithGPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41315005
Leader: Siu Mak (510) 229-0090 text
Meet at 8:00 am for a 8:15 am start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
I am going to lead with a high T-pace effort. Regroups at Mill-Valley Sausalito Path and Sycamore Ave (21mi), Four Corners (25mi), Pantoll (29mi), East Peak (34mi), Pantoll (39mi), Four Corners (43mi), Sausalito Path (45mi). There is no food options up Mt Tam, so please bring your own lunch, or wait till we get back to Mill Valley (likely after 2pm).
If you would like to make it a shorter loop, meet us at Mill-Valley Sausalito Path and Sycamore Ave at 9:45am.
Leader: David Madson (415) 722-5885 text
Leader: Lenore McDonald (415) 300-6744
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:15 am start
GPC Route: King Ridge, Hauser Bridge, Meyer's Grade
Start Location: Duncans Mills
Pre-registration
This is a gorgeous and challenging ride featuring 5,000 feet of climbing and finishing with a spectacular descent down Meyer's Grade to Route 1 into Jenner. Important: Bring plenty of liquid and food. One possible water stop just past the half way point may or may not be available and no real food options once we pass Cazadero about 5 miles in. There will be an optional stop at Aquatica Cafe in Jenner (about five miles before the end of the ride) to refuel. Park on B Street in Duncan's Mills.
Leader: Adele Madelo (510) 773-0693 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:15 am start
Start Location: Nicasio
Pre-registration
The RWGPS cue sheet is missing the continuation onto Platform Bridge (mi. 6.5) from Pt. Reyes-Petaluma Road and the right turn onto Sir Francis Drake after that (mi. 8.9). Here's a pdf version of the cue sheet.
Let's put on a couple of layers and ride out to Drake's Beach from Nicasio. The route takes us to Platform Bridge to Sir Francis Drake (SFD) for the first big hill. We'll skirt the more heavily trafficked part of SFD via Bear Valley before we get back onto SFD, which takes us all the way to Drake's Beach Road. If you don't pack a lunch, you can stop at either Inverness Park Market or Inverness Store. Lunch at Drake's Beach. Heading back to Nicasio, we'll go through Pt. Reyes Station, where folks are welcome to get a coffee or a snack to fuel up for the last 10 miles. Please check out the RWGPS route and come prepared knowing it, printed/written out, or loaded onto your device.
Leader: Mary Ann Jawili (661) 343-5737 text
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start
GPC Route: Morgan Territory from Pleasant Hill BART
Start Location: Pleasant Hill BART
Pre-registration
This will be a strong T-effort ride, with an average moving speed of 11-12mph. Water, snacks, and restrooms in downtown Clayton (Mile 10); regroup at the top of Morgan Territory (Mile 23); lunch at Draegers Market (Mile 39). This ride is timed to start with the Antioch-bound train that arrives at Pleasant Hill at 10:04am; we will leave promptly at 10:15am.
Leader: David Gould (206) 471-3272 text
Meet at 5:20 pm for a 5:30 pm start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Challenging ride through Wildcat Canyon and Tilden regional parks. We'll enter Wildcat via Spruce and Canon to climb Havey Canyon Trail as the sun sets, then climb Seaview Trail in the dark before descending Centennial Drive back to BART. Some of the climbs approach 15% on loose terrain, so wide tires and low gears are recommended.
Bring plenty of light with charged batteries. Ideally, mount one light on your helmet and another on your bars. Costumes optional.
RideWithGPS route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41327657
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Leader: Richard Zapien
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
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Ride to Donut Alley in Larkspur for donuts! We will ride our bikes over the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, and enjoy donut and coffee (instead of croissant and cocoa). **Bring cash!** We welcome new riders.
A large portion of the route is on dedicated bike path, but please be cautious going over train tracks in Richmond. We will have a bathroom and water stop at Richmond Marina Park about 6 miles in.
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Leader: Alison Kuehner
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Start Location:
De Anza College Parking Lot E
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This route follows scenic south bay roads I rode in my high school days. Starting at De Anza college we head up through Steven Creek park, taking the formidable Redwood Gulch road across to highway 9, then up to Skyline and the high point of the Santa Cruz mountains at Castle Rock park. We then have 25 miles of rolling downhill to Soquel and lunch. We come back up Mountain Charlie road to Lexington reservoir, down to Los Gatos, then along the edge of the Saratoga hills back to Cupertino. Note that 2/3 of the climbing is in the first half of the ride.
There is about a mile of gravel trail coming down from Lexington reservoir, and a mile on the shoulder of highway 17. The pavement on Mountain Charlie is poor, and many parts of the route are without cell phone access, so make sure you and your bike are prepared. We will follow neighborhood roads in cities to avoid traffic, so turn-by-turn nav is highly recommended.
Forecasts of 15% POP or temps above 90 in Los Gatos cancels, please check with the leader if you are unsure before driving to the start.
Start location and rest/lunch stops are marked on the route.
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Leader: Liz Kroboth
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Start Location:
Antioch BART
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[RWGPS route] Join us for a tour of the delta and out to our state capitol! This is a mostly flat ride with some interesting landmarks and diversions: bridges, the delta, waterfront country roads, and even a mansion. The CA-160 bridge is short and steep. On roads with no shoulder, we may break up into smaller groups and reconvene at predetermined points. Snacks, water, and restrooms at Rio Vista (Mile 17). Water and restrooms at Clarksburg (Mile 44). Beer and barbecue (with vegetarian options) in Sacramento. Bring lights if you'll bike home after the Amtrak ride. Weather-wise, it looks like it will be sunny and warm (as much as 90F); might be good to bring extra water.
This ride is designed to start with the BART train arriving at Antioch at 9:39am.
Riders are responsible for getting their own Amtrak tickets and getting on the train. Leaders will take riders to the train station in time for the 4:55pm Capitol Corridor/Amtrak train back to the East Bay. Riders may take a later train if they want. Note that there's a Buy One Get One Free deal with no advance purchase required; riders are welcome to self-organize to take advantage of the deal.
This is not a no-drop ride. We will ride at a T-pace, which is defined as 10-12 mph on the Three Bears Loop. Given the flatness of this ride, the average moving speed will probably be ~14 mph. Faster riders will have to wait, and slower riders will get dropped. Make sure you have a copy of the route.
Poor AQI and/or extreme heat will cancel this ride.
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Start Location:
Pinole Valley Park
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Lotsa water views. Experience Mare island and Vallejo waterfront trail; adds 15 miles (at slower T pace) to clockwise two bridges loop with Carquinez scenic byway return. Food stop in Benicia mile 31. 2600 elevation. Bay trail in Benicia and to / from Pinole
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Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Del Norte BART
Pre-registration
Some adjustments may be made to the route based on trail conditions, road closures, and available daylight. Bring lights!
[RideWithGPS route] Join us for a social mixed terrain ride. We recommend tires wider than 32mm and gearing easier than 1:1. While this is T-pace ride, there are some steep and rocky climbs. Bright lights just in case. Riders are welcome to peel off at any point to get in more riding or head on home. If you are on the fence, here are some pictures for inspiration: [1][2][3] E-bikes are not allowed on this route's trails.
Meet us at the southeast corner of Cutting Avenue and the Ohlone Greenway [Google Maps street view] We have a hard roll time of 5:35pm. Because they can't pre-register online, non-members are encouraged to contact the leaders in advance.
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GPC Route:
Mt. Tam CCW. Return via Hwy 1
Start Location:
Mill Valley - Public Safety Buildings
Pre-registration
Meet at the Public Safety Building in Mill Valley at 10 for a 10:15 start. We will ride up Panoramic to Pantoll, along Ridgecrest to Bolinas-Fairfax Road down to Highway 1. Lunch will be at in Stinson Beach at the picnic tables near the beach. Return on Highway 1 south to Tam Junction. Bring lunch or buy in Stinson. Please pre-register and download or print out route sheet. Leaders will have limited copies.
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GPC Route:
Miller Creek to Tomales (long version)
Start Location:
San Rafael - Marinwood Community Center
Pre-registration
From Marinwood to Tomales via Nicasio and Chileno Valley, return via Hwy 1. This longer version of the ride comes into Tomales from the back side using Alexander, Fallon Two Rock, and Middle Roads.
There are some shorter options. You can start your ride in Nicasio to save 20 miles for the day. We should pass through there around 10:15. Also, if you are having trouble keeping up, you can skip the turn onto Alexander and ride straight into Tomales for the lunch stop. That saves about 4 miles. Please review the map ahead of time and be prepared to navigate this change on your own if you think you might want to do it.
There is often a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch.
We'll start when everyone who arrives by the meeting time is ready. If you arrive after the meeting time, you may have to chase. You can probably catch us at our regroup in Nicasio.
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Leader: Anne Schonfield
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
This is a "bonus ride" -- we've extended the ride for an extra 2 weeks in October (on 10/6 and 10/13) to continue the fun. We may shorten the ride due to limited day light. It will be dark at the end of the ride, don't forget your lights!
Please join us for this weekly Thursday evening ride. A fun, friendly ride with regroups for strong TM riders. Up Spruce and out Grizzly Peak and Skyline, then down Shepherd Canyon and back to N. Berkeley BART. Since the days are getting short, we’ll skip the out-and-back to Chabot Space and Science Center and head straight down Shepherd Canyon.
Lights are required!
Route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35867471
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Leader: Drew U
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GPC Route:
CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location:
Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
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Leader: Maggie Wang
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GPC Route:
ASSR - LT - Lamorinda CW
Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
Ride the new route for LT pace group before the Century Recruiting BBQ! We will end our ride at the park.
Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website. This listing and pre-registration is for the LT-pace group.
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GPC Route:
ASSR - TM (short) - Classic Andante
Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
Update: Ride leader will deviate from the traditional Andante route at Lafayette, skipping Happy Valley Road. We will go along the Regional Trail through Moraga, then onto Moraga Way. Route to BBQ: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41093063
Ride the classic Andante for TM (short) pace group before the Century Recruiting BBQ! We will end our ride at the park.
Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website. This listing and pre-registration is for the TM-pace group doing the shorter route.
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Leader: David Brown
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GPC Route:
Century North Loop
Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
Ride the North Loop (hey McEwen climb!) for TM (long) pace group before the Century Recruiting BBQ! We will end our ride at the park.
Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website. This listing and pre-registration is for the TM-pace group doing the longer route.
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Start Location:
Orinda Oaks Park
We are hosting a post-ASSR BBQ where your friendly neighborhood Century Chair will also be recruiting for century coordinators and volunteers for the 2023 planning committee.
Please feel free to join a ride first, then come have burgers, brews, and dogs at Oaks Park (between Woodland and Ivy Drive on Moraga Way). You can also just come straight to the BBQ - no riding required! The park is about 2.5 miles down from Orinda BART, on the left if you're traveling from BART/Hwy 24. Attendees are encouraged to ride their bikes as there is limited car parking at the park itself.
We'll start grilling at 12:00PM and keep serving food until everyone's had their fill. Please feel free to bring a potluck item (but not required).
Please RSVP here so we know how much food to buy!
https://forms.gle/oMnL6TtYB1utEpZm7
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Mixed-terrain tour of Wildcat, Tilden, and Sibley, avoiding the trickiest parts. There are still a few steep climbs and dangerous descents, so bring big gears and big tires.
Stop at Smokehouse in Berkeley afterward for burgers and milkshakes.
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Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Del Norte BART
Pre-registration
Some adjustments may be made to the route based on trail conditions, road closures, and available daylight. Bring lights!
[RideWithGPS route] Join us for a social mixed terrain ride. We recommend tires wider than 32mm and gearing easier than 1:1. While this is T-pace ride, there are some steep and rocky climbs. Bright lights just in case. Riders are welcome to peel off at any point to get in more riding or head on home. If you are on the fence, here are some pictures for inspiration: [1][2][3] E-bikes are not allowed on this route's trails.
Meet us at the southeast corner of Cutting Avenue and the Ohlone Greenway [Google Maps street view] We have a hard roll time of 5:35pm. Because they can't pre-register online, non-members are encouraged to contact the leaders in advance.
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GPC Route:
Mt. Veeder Counterclockwise
Start Location:
Cuttings Wharf
Pre-registration closed. You can sign in at the start.
Let's go to wine country this week for a Mt Veeder loop - counterclockwise. Ride from Cuttings Wharf boat launch and head over to Mt Veeder after riding thru the Carneros region and up Dry Creek road over to Mt Veeder. Lunch is 3/4 way thru ride so bring extra snacks and water. Bring or buy lunch at Browns Valley store or the yogurt shop. It is probably the time for their pumpkin yogurt ! Terrain is rolling hills with a steep section at the beginning of Mt Veeder climb. Questions, call or email leader.
Join the club's virtual monthly business meeting at 7:00 pm. Optional social time from 6:45 pm to 7:00 pm. Check your email for an announcement with the agenda and details of how to join the meeting.
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GPC Route:
Heather Farm, Morgan Territory, Diablo Junction
Start Location:
Walnut Creek - Heather Farm
Pre-registration
Meet in the penultimate northern parking lot of Heather Farm in Walnut Creek (by the baseball fields) for this ride to Clayton, Morgan Territory, and Diablo Junction. Lunch will be at Draeger's Market in Blackhawk Plaza.
Note that Heather Farm is about a mile from Pleasant Hill BART, which is probably the preferred way to get there. If you want to make the ride easier you can skip the Diablo climb after lunch and work your way back on the Iron Horse Trail. Navigation for that option is simple, but up to you.
There is often a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. We'll start when everyone who arrives by the meeting time is ready. If you arrive after the meeting time you may have to chase. You can probably catch us at the park in Clayton, where we will have a brief stop.
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Leader: Anne Schonfield
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
This is a "bonus ride" -- we've extended the ride for an extra 2 weeks in October (on 10/6 and 10/13) to continue the fun. We may shorten the ride due to limited day light. It will be dark at the end of the ride, don't forget your lights!
Please join us for this weekly Thursday evening ride. A fun, friendly ride with regroups for strong TM riders. Up Spruce and out Grizzly Peak and Skyline, then down Shepherd Canyon and back to N. Berkeley BART. Since the days are getting short, we’ll skip the out-and-back to Chabot Space and Science Center and head straight down Shepherd Canyon.
Lights are required!
Route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35867471
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Leader: Drew U
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GPC Route:
CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location:
Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
Leader: Kenneth Karda
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Aquatic Park Playground
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We will ride to the Emeryville marina, then North on the Bay Trail for a clockwise loop to the Red Oak Victory Ship, Miller-Knox Park, Ferry Point Tunnel, & lunch @ Little Louie's. There will be an option to bypass the tunnel.
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GPC Route:
Bears Loop
Start Location:
Orinda - San Pablo Dam Rd and Bear Creek Rd
Pre-registration
This will be the last GPC ITT for this year.
Marie Appel will be co-leading (keeping time). Pre-registration is helpful for keeping time but it is not mandatory as stated in the ride description.
Come test and develop your cycling skills. For new club members, this is a good ride to find your pace as measured by GPC (see link below). For experienced and advanced riders, send it!
The first rider is off at 10:01 and a rider a minute after that. 20% chance of rain cancels. The ITT is the only GPC ride where you have to be a member of the Club (insurance reasons), but you can join or renew right there at the start for $20/year. Pre-registration is mandatory.
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Leader: Liz Kroboth
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Start Location:
Pleasant Hill BART
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The RWGPS link above has been updated. Instead of Luigi's, we'll stop at States, but there are other options. Expect rollers, especially on Morello.
Thank goodness for the rain last month, but let's try and do this ride this month. Starting off at Pleasant Hill BART (parking available!), we'll get our climbs in on Franklin Canyon and Cummings Skyway. Bathroom and snack stop at mile 16 at the park before turning onto Pomona. After riding along Carquinez Scenic and enjoying delta views, we'll stop at States Coffee in DT Martinez (mile 24.6). We return to BART via Pacheco, Morello, and CoCo Canal Trail. Check out the RWGPS link for deets. Please note that we will leave as close to 9:50 as possible.
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Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Del Norte BART
Pre-registration
Some adjustments may be made to the route based on trail conditions, road closures, and available daylight. Bring lights!
[RideWithGPS route] Join us for a social mixed terrain ride. We recommend tires wider than 32mm and gearing easier than 1:1. While this is T-pace ride, there are some steep and rocky climbs. Bright lights just in case. Riders are welcome to peel off at any point to get in more riding or head on home. If you are on the fence, here are some pictures for inspiration: [1][2][3] E-bikes are not allowed on this route's trails.
Meet us at the southeast corner of Cutting Avenue and the Ohlone Greenway [Google Maps street view] We have a hard roll time of 5:35pm. Because they can't pre-register online, non-members are encouraged to contact the leaders in advance.
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Leader: Nikki Ellman
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GPC Route:
Occidental Loop
Start Location:
Valley Ford, School Rd.
Pre-registration
A loop from Valley Ford through Occidental and Duncans Mills (where we will eat lunch) with optional side trips up Austin Creek and Bay Hill Rd. Terrain can be reduced to 3 by skipping Bay Hill and staying on Hwy 1 through Bodega Bay. Distance can be reduced to 38 by skipping Austin Creek.
An alternative to taking River Road to Duncans Mills is the less traveled Moscow Road on the south side of the Russian River. Do not be deterred by the Road Closed sign. You may have to dismount and walk around the barrier.
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GPC Route:
Miller Creek to Marshall
Start Location:
San Rafael - Marinwood Community Center
Pre-registration
From our Marinwood start, we will ride to Nicasio, then past the the Cheese Factory, Hicks Valley, and over the Marshall Wall to Hwy 1. Lunch in Pt. Reyes Station before completing the loop.
Shorten the ride to about 42 miles by starting in Nicasio. We should pass through there about 10:20 or so.
Please pre-register if you can. There is often a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. Faster riders should feel free to push on after lunch. Just tell the leader first.
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Leader: Drew U
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GPC Route:
CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location:
Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
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GPC Route:
Mt Hamilton CW from Livermore
Start Location:
Livermore - Ernie Rodrigues Softball fields
Pre-registration
It's October and it's cooling off, the leaves are turning and the Tarantulas are out looking for love. Perfect time to ride out Mines Road and through the scenic and remote San Antonio Valley as we climb Mt Hamilton from the East. We then drop down into San Jose and work our way north through Milpitas and take Calaveras back to Pleasanton and then a quick jaunt back to the start which is less than a mile away from Hometown Hops. We will roll past the Junction before it opens so the first food stop will be the vending machines at the top of Hamilton, then we can do stops in Milpitas and Sunol. Meet at 8:15 and roll by 8:30, pre-registration would be greatly appreciated.
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Leader: Alison Kuehner
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GPC Route:
Heather Farm, Morgan Territory, Diablo Junction
Start Location:
Walnut Creek - Heather Farm
Pre-registration
A nice loop ride with two big climbs. Note that Heather Farm is close to Pleasant Hill BART, and has lots of free parking.
Stops in Clayton, Morgan summit, Lunch at Draeger’s. Note that you can skip the Diablo climb after lunch and just roll back to the start if you prefer.
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Start Location:
Sebastopol - Ragle Rd/Covert Lane
Pre-registration
Sweetwater from Sebastopol. Wild Flour bakery, Monte Rio, Guerneville, Sweetwater Springs Road. Trying out modified route of what I usually take, 1st time, so it’s new. I had RWGPS assistance. Wild Flour Bakery, mile 8.5, for those who want sweets. Lightwave Coffee and Kitchen, mile 18, for snack while others stand in line at Wild Flour Bakery if long line. Lunch at Big Bottom Market in Guerneville on River Road, mile 23. I need to update RWGPS for it. 16228 Main Street. Sweetwater sort of steep climb. Downhill some 16 % descents, can be wet this time of year with cattle grates; I go slow downhill. Very scenic route. Ragle Ranch Park start, 500 Ragle Rd, Sebastopol, CA 95472.
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Start Location:
Rockridge BART
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Estimated elevation gain is 5.2k ft, so be prepared to climb and make sure your brakes are in good condition. A bike with least 35mm tires and 1-1 gear ratio is recommended. There are some steep sections both up and down on this ride, so be prepared for that. Expect trails to have some loose sections this time of year, and there are a few tricky sections. I included bishops walk on this route, but we may skip if we have a large group as that trail is steep and narrow. Feel free to contact ride leader if you have questions about the route.
There is no lunch stop so bring your own food. There will be multiple opportunities for water and bathrooms. Regroups will be called at the major junctions/water stops, however there is no sweep so some amount of self sufficiency with regards to navigation/mechanicals is expected. Cell service is intermittent in the parks. E-Bikes are not permitted on East Bay Regional Parks trails.
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Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Del Norte BART
Pre-registration
Some adjustments may be made to the route based on trail conditions, road closures, and available daylight. Bring lights!
[RideWithGPS route] Join us for a social mixed terrain ride. We recommend tires wider than 32mm and gearing easier than 1:1. While this is T-pace ride, there are some steep and rocky climbs. Bright lights just in case. Riders are welcome to peel off at any point to get in more riding or head on home. If you are on the fence, here are some pictures for inspiration: [1][2][3] E-bikes are not allowed on this route's trails.
Meet us at the southeast corner of Cutting Avenue and the Ohlone Greenway [Google Maps street view] We have a hard roll time of 5:35pm. Because they can't pre-register online, non-members are encouraged to contact the leaders in advance.
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GPC Route:
Sonoma Wine Country Loop CCW
Start Location:
Esposti Park, WIndsor
Pre-registration closed. You can sign in at the start.
It is time for our fall Healdsburg Harvest ride and enjoy the beautiful roads and colors in Russian River valley. We will be starting from Esposti Park in Windsor as we did last year. . Then head over to Chalk Hill, Alexander Valley Road and Red Winery road to Geyersville and over to West Dry Creek for lunch in Healdsburg plaza. After lunch, it is Westside and Eastside roads and back to Windsor. Lunch is 35 miles into the ride so bring snacks. Bring or buy lunch in Healdsburg. Terrain is rolling with short climbs on Chalk Hill and Canyon. You may shorten the ride with short cut to lunch with bypass Red Winery/Canyon/West Dry Creek loop to around 37 miles. You also go directly back to Windsor on Old Redwood Highway.
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GPC Route:
Rockville to Lake Hennessey
Start Location:
Rockville Bike shop
Pre-registration
This ride starts in nearby Rockville, but extends up into the Napa Valley as far as Lake Hennessey. We'll stop for a snack at Silverado Market (mile 21) and have lunch at Turtle Rock (mile 48). The lunch stop is a bar without much in the way of food, so I suggest buying lunch at the first stop and carrying it to the second. There just aren't any other options in the area.
There is often a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. Faster riders should feel free to push on after lunch. Just tell the leader first.
Park in the back of the Rockville Bike parking lot, not in front of the businesses. Please pre-register if you can.
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Leader: Drew U
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GPC Route:
CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location:
Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
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We're canceling the ride on 10/27 because ride leader is sick. Please join us next week on Thursday 11/3.
Please join us for a weekly Thursday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We’ll head up Virginia St and Spruce to the water fountain at Spruce/Grizzly Peak for our first regroup, then head out along Wildcat Canyon to South Park Rd. From there, we'll climb to the top of South Park once or twice (e.g. we’ll climb S. Park, descend and climb again if the mood strikes us). South Park is closed to cars, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park then back to N Berkeley Bart, expect about 2,300 feet of elevation gain. This is a great workout! Note that in past years this ride happened on Tuesday evening and started at Spruce/Grizzly Peak. We're changing this year to Thursday evening and start at N. Berkeley BART.
NOTE: This is a night ride. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels the ride. Please contact ride leaders with any questions.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41240468
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
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Climb Wildcat's Havey Canyon and enjoy the sunset on the way to Seaview in Tilden, then take Old Tunnel to Sibley before descending Dirt Tunnel.
Bring enough light to safely ride challenging descents after dark: ideally, one mounted to your helmet, and another on your handlebars.
RideWithGPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41315005
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
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I am going to lead with a high T-pace effort. Regroups at Mill-Valley Sausalito Path and Sycamore Ave (21mi), Four Corners (25mi), Pantoll (29mi), East Peak (34mi), Pantoll (39mi), Four Corners (43mi), Sausalito Path (45mi). There is no food options up Mt Tam, so please bring your own lunch, or wait till we get back to Mill Valley (likely after 2pm).
If you would like to make it a shorter loop, meet us at Mill-Valley Sausalito Path and Sycamore Ave at 9:45am.
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Leader: Lenore McDonald
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GPC Route:
King Ridge, Hauser Bridge, Meyer's Grade
Start Location:
Duncans Mills
Pre-registration
This is a gorgeous and challenging ride featuring 5,000 feet of climbing and finishing with a spectacular descent down Meyer's Grade to Route 1 into Jenner. Important: Bring plenty of liquid and food. One possible water stop just past the half way point may or may not be available and no real food options once we pass Cazadero about 5 miles in. There will be an optional stop at Aquatica Cafe in Jenner (about five miles before the end of the ride) to refuel. Park on B Street in Duncan's Mills.
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Start Location:
Nicasio
Pre-registration
The RWGPS cue sheet is missing the continuation onto Platform Bridge (mi. 6.5) from Pt. Reyes-Petaluma Road and the right turn onto Sir Francis Drake after that (mi. 8.9). Here's a pdf version of the cue sheet.
Let's put on a couple of layers and ride out to Drake's Beach from Nicasio. The route takes us to Platform Bridge to Sir Francis Drake (SFD) for the first big hill. We'll skirt the more heavily trafficked part of SFD via Bear Valley before we get back onto SFD, which takes us all the way to Drake's Beach Road. If you don't pack a lunch, you can stop at either Inverness Park Market or Inverness Store. Lunch at Drake's Beach. Heading back to Nicasio, we'll go through Pt. Reyes Station, where folks are welcome to get a coffee or a snack to fuel up for the last 10 miles. Please check out the RWGPS route and come prepared knowing it, printed/written out, or loaded onto your device.
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GPC Route:
Morgan Territory from Pleasant Hill BART
Start Location:
Pleasant Hill BART
Pre-registration
This will be a strong T-effort ride, with an average moving speed of 11-12mph. Water, snacks, and restrooms in downtown Clayton (Mile 10); regroup at the top of Morgan Territory (Mile 23); lunch at Draegers Market (Mile 39). This ride is timed to start with the Antioch-bound train that arrives at Pleasant Hill at 10:04am; we will leave promptly at 10:15am.
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Challenging ride through Wildcat Canyon and Tilden regional parks. We'll enter Wildcat via Spruce and Canon to climb Havey Canyon Trail as the sun sets, then climb Seaview Trail in the dark before descending Centennial Drive back to BART. Some of the climbs approach 15% on loose terrain, so wide tires and low gears are recommended.
Bring plenty of light with charged batteries. Ideally, mount one light on your helmet and another on your bars. Costumes optional.
RideWithGPS route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41327657
| October 2022 Ride Statistics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Weekday | Weekend | Total |
| 22 | 19 | 41 |