Ride Schedule for December 2020
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Leader: Elizabeth Crocker (510) 484-1060
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Join us for a weekly Tuesday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We'll 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). Cyclists of different paces are very welcome to join. South Park is closed to car traffic, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park, expect ~10 miles and about 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
NOTE: it will be dark by 5:30 in mid Nov, so this ride is mostly in dark. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels ride. Please contact ride leaders if there's unfavorable weather.
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2742955390 (this route shows 3 ascents up South Park, we’ll only do 1-2 ascents. Thanks to Nick Umemoto for the route and inspiration!)
Ride will follow GPC Covid-19 protocol, including mandatory pre-registration for members. Please wear face coverings at the start/end and during all regroups.
Leader: Thomas Fraser (954) 290-3903 text
Meet at 8:00 am
GPC Challenge Rides - Bay Area Bridge Series: Complete riding 5 of the 6 area bridges during the month of December 2020.
Grizzlies we’ve created a series of fun rides you can complete over a calendar month, at your convenience, with your family or friends pod or on your own. These are non-competitive with the intention to simply achieve the completion of the series in which you choose to participate on your own schedule within a calendar month. The series has something for everyone at every level of cycling. When you complete the series you will be entered into a raffle for any prizes. Please see "How It Works" at the bottom of the descriptions of the rides.
SF/Oakland Bridge: 28 miles from El Cerrito Plaza Bart to Mersea restaurant on Treasure Island. Ride rating 1.
Please note: Due to construction on Treasure Island access may only be available on weekends.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34485064
Mersea Restaurant - 699 Avenue of the Palms
Richmond San Rafael Bridge:
RSR to Fairfax: start at El Cerrito Bart station to Fairfax O/B, about 42 miles, ride rating 1-2.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34485379
Golden Gate Bridge: start at Crissy Field and loop thru Point Bonita Lighthouse, about 16 miles, Ride rating 4.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34445155
Benicia Bridge & Carquinez Bridge: ride two bridges in a loop starting at El Cerrito del Norte Bart station, about 53 miles, ride rating 1-2.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34485477
Dumbarton Bridge: we have two different routes to choose from below
Dumbarton Bridge; Start at the Fremont Bart station and ride via the Dumbarton Bridge end at the Milpitas Bart station. About 34 miles, ride rating 1-2.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34487109
Dumbarton Bridge; start & return to the Union City Bart station, about 37 miles, ride rating 1.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34485710
How Does It Work?
- Exclusively for GPC members (for insurance and any raffle prizes)
- Signup & accept the electronic waiver on the GPC Ride webpage
- Record your ride for insurance* and verification of achievement (use free versions of Ride with GPS or Strava)
- Share your ride (via email ChallengeRides@grizz.org & on the GPC Strava Club page)
- If not a member of the GPC Strava Club please request to join on the GPC Strava Club page
- Upon achievement of the minimum rides in a challenge series your entry will be included into a raffle for any prizes
* Please note your club can provide the same medical coverage for the ride routes in the series as if you were on a standard club group ride. Recording of the ride assures verification of riding the mapped route. When riding off the predetermined route coverage is not included just like a club ride (e.g., like riding from home to the meeting location).
Leader: Thomas Fraser (954) 290-3903 text
Meet at 8:00 am
GPC Peer to Pier Ride Challenge December 1 to December 31
Early 20th Century, before the bridges spanning the San Francisco Bay were constructed, the Bay was home to one of the most extensive ferry systems in the world. This month's ride is designed to enjoy the waterfront and learn a little history through the remains of some incredible facilities that provided access to San Francisco from the East Bay. This ride is dead flat and includes 7 stops to admire the views, solve two clues and find a hidden cache. This map starts at Downtown Oakland 12th St BART and ends at the El Cerrito Del Norte BART station. Feel free to start and end wherever you like, as long as all seven stops are made. The stops and clues are embedded in the Ride-with-GPS map but they are also listed on a google document at the link below if you’d prefer to print and take it with you.
Be sure to join the GPC Strava club, and record the ride on your phone or bike computer. After you complete the ride and post it to Strava, rename it to “GPC Peer to Pier Challenge” and attach your selfies. Those that sign up, complete a route and solve the three (3) clues, as proven by the posted Strava ride with selfies, will automatically be entered into a raffle to win a newly designed club buff. The winner will be announced sometime in January..
Link to the Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34718827
Link to the clues:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Qy85EJhtrtrl588X5CJKvlU1Ceuqz9yM-o9W1y9axHU/edit?usp=sharing
Stop #1 - Find The Mole - Welcome to Oakland Middle Harbor, the hub of major shipping operations as can be seen by the huge ships, cranes and semi-trailer trucks waiting for goods to haul (be careful). The Middle Harbor is also now the site of a 60,000sf wetland restoration project so enjoy the view and the large variety of waterfowl. Ride around the edge of this small park and you’ll come upon remnants of the “Mole”. Take a selfie with the Mole.
Stop #2 – Fishing pier at the end of the Middle Harbor.
Stop #3 – Original Eastern Span of the Bay Bridge (now a pier). Enjoy the views and the history of the Eastern Span of the Bay Bridge.
Stop #4 - Ruins of the Berkeley Pier
Stop #5 - Find a Cache - Welcome to Albany Bulb. Ride out the sandy paved pathway along the water's edge until it turns to gravel then go a bit further (uphill), take a right and head north. You’ll find me at the water's edge welcoming you with open arms! Look closely for an image related to the club, pull on the string and you;’ll find the cache. Open it, print your name and carefully leave it as you found it for the next rider. Take a selfie with your guest.
Stop #6 - Find the “Whirley”. Welcome to the Red Oak Victory Trail. On your way here you passed many monuments to Richmonds rich ship building history. You’ll find the Whirley near the aft of the Red Oak Victory. I’ll just be standing there waiting for you to take a selfie with me.
Stop #7 - Western Terminus of the Trans-Continental Railway.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams
Meet at 10:45 am
60 minutes, C pace, average 22mph (2.2 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together with strong sweep support to help those at the back stay in the group. Knights of Suburbia is an Australia-based group that mostly rides outdoors and focuses on promoting mental wellbeing. In our Zwift rides, we work hard to create a positive atmosphere and foster support for mental wellness so everyone enjoys a "happy hour" on the bike.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams (707) 827-6148
Meet at 11:00 am
60 minutes, C pace, average 23mph (2.3 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together for most of the ride, but then given the chance to chase our Red Beacon sweeper (Lanterne Rouge) at 47 minutes and try to catch him before the finish. Our Lanterne Rouge is released at 45 minutes in and given a 2 minute head start. The Yellow Beacon ride leader maintains the listed pace for the full hour for those who do not wish to chase.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Jeffrey D. Black (510) 526-7068
Meet at 10:00 am
Start Location: Berkeley - Pedestrian Bridge on Addison/Bolivar Dr
Bring binoculars, water, snack; wear warm clothes. We shall head north on the Bay Trail to Richmond stopping along the way to view wintering ducks and shorebirds. Rain cancels. Limited to 10 cyclists.
Leader: Jessica Jensen (510) 508-6389 text
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start
GPC Route: ASSR Allegretto Alternative
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Come join us for a fun day on the bike - social distance guidelines will be observed, so please bring your mask...and please wear it, when we’re stopped and if/when we’re going into cafés and the like. Ride leader may be a little flexible on the route - for example, maybe we’ll head straight to Benicia for lunch instead of lunch in Martinez. We’ll play it by ear and leave it up to the group, but prepare to be flexible and of course give your opinion too. Looking forward to riding with you!
Bonus! Get credit for this month’s bay area bridges challenge!
Route: Follow original ASSR route to Castro Ranch Road. Follow Century North Loop to Crockett. Cross Zampa Bridge to Vallejo. Lake Herman Road, and return via Benicia Martinez to Alhambra Valley Road to Pig Farm Hill and back to Orinda BART.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams
Meet at 12:45 pm
60 minutes, D pace, 21mph (2.0 w/kg). This ride presented by The Big Ring (TBR) encourages those who want to push their pace a little higher than the standard sub 2.0 w/kg social rides on Zwift. We roll together on the Watopia Waistband route, which is mostly flat. For the best ride experience, please stay by the leader's Yellow Beacon.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams (707) 827-6148
Meet at 11:00 am
60 minutes, D pace, average 21mpg (1.9 w/kg). This social event is currently on the Watopia Flat course, with 3 sprints during the hour. We run a monthly sprint league with prizes awarded to the top man and woman by points. Top sprints awarded 10 points, down to 1 point for 10th fastest sprint. Fastest sprint time of the month is awarded 5 bonus points. Course changes monthly. Vibe is friendly and supportive, with strong sweepers at the back to help anyone who falls out of the group draft.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Robert Vogel (925) 788-4116
Meet at 7:00 pm
Do you want to help make East Bay cycling safe, fun and accessible? Find out how when Bike East Bay presents opportunities to improve our cycling experience by influencing quick build projects, reimagining public safety by removing police from traffic enforcement and the vision zero planning projects currently ramping up in Contra Costa County.
Our featured speaker is Dave Campbell, Advocacy Director at Bike East Bay. With COVID-19 affecting all aspects of our lives, including transportation planning, and widespread movement to address systemic racism in America, much has changed with advocacy work around active transportation.
To make the session most responsive to your interests, please send Robert Vogel specific questions and/or interests you would like to see addressed in Dave's presentation.
The event is free and open to the public.
Here is the Zoom and dial-in information:
Zoom app: Meeting link
Phone +1 669 900 6833: Press *6 to toggle mute/unmute. Press *9 to raise your hand.
Meeting ID: 667 2907 4067; passcode: 551451
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Leader: Elizabeth Crocker (510) 484-1060
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Join us for a weekly Tuesday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We'll 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). Cyclists of different paces are very welcome to join. South Park is closed to car traffic, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park, expect ~10 miles and about 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
NOTE: it will be dark by 5:30 in mid Nov, so this ride is mostly in dark. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels ride. Please contact ride leaders if there's unfavorable weather.
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2742955390 (this route shows 3 ascents up South Park, we’ll only do 1-2 ascents. Thanks to Nick Umemoto for the route and inspiration!)
Ride will follow GPC Covid-19 protocol, including mandatory pre-registration for members. Please wear face coverings at the start/end and during all regroups.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams
Meet at 10:45 am
60 minutes, C pace, average 22mph (2.2 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together with strong sweep support to help those at the back stay in the group. Knights of Suburbia is an Australia-based group that mostly rides outdoors and focuses on promoting mental wellbeing. In our Zwift rides, we work hard to create a positive atmosphere and foster support for mental wellness so everyone enjoys a "happy hour" on the bike.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Meet at 6:45 pm for a 7:00 pm start
We can’t take the party to Z Cafe like last year, so we’re taking the party to your homes! The GPC holiday party is going virtual. Join us for merriment, games, and prizes. End 2020 on a high note with your fellow Grizzlies. We’ll meet over Zoom; you’re welcome to join by phone, but you’ll have more fun with video. Dress up in festive clothing and BYOB! ;)
See your Wheel Truth newsletter for videoconference details and a dial-in (audio-only) alternative.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams (707) 827-6148
Meet at 11:00 am
60 minutes, C pace, average 23mph (2.3 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together for most of the ride, but then given the chance to chase our Red Beacon sweeper (Lanterne Rouge) at 47 minutes and try to catch him before the finish. Our Lanterne Rouge is released at 45 minutes in and given a 2 minute head start. The Yellow Beacon ride leader maintains the listed pace for the full hour for those who do not wish to chase.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams
Meet at 12:45 pm
60 minutes, D pace, 21mph (2.0 w/kg). This ride presented by The Big Ring (TBR) encourages those who want to push their pace a little higher than the standard sub 2.0 w/kg social rides on Zwift. We roll together on the Watopia Waistband route, which is mostly flat. For the best ride experience, please stay by the leader's Yellow Beacon.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams (707) 827-6148
Meet at 11:00 am
60 minutes, D pace, average 21mpg (1.9 w/kg). This social event is currently on the Watopia Flat course, with 3 sprints during the hour. We run a monthly sprint league with prizes awarded to the top man and woman by points. Top sprints awarded 10 points, down to 1 point for 10th fastest sprint. Fastest sprint time of the month is awarded 5 bonus points. Course changes monthly. Vibe is friendly and supportive, with strong sweepers at the back to help anyone who falls out of the group draft.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Leader: Elizabeth Crocker (510) 484-1060
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Join us for a weekly Tuesday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We'll 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). Cyclists of different paces are very welcome to join. South Park is closed to car traffic, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park, expect ~10 miles and about 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
NOTE: it will be dark by 5:30 in mid Nov, so this ride is mostly in dark. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels ride. Please contact ride leaders if there's unfavorable weather.
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2742955390 (this route shows 3 ascents up South Park, we’ll only do 1-2 ascents. Thanks to Nick Umemoto for the route and inspiration!)
Ride will follow GPC Covid-19 protocol, including mandatory pre-registration for members. Please wear face coverings at the start/end and during all regroups.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams
Meet at 10:45 am
60 minutes, C pace, average 22mph (2.2 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together with strong sweep support to help those at the back stay in the group. Knights of Suburbia is an Australia-based group that mostly rides outdoors and focuses on promoting mental wellbeing. In our Zwift rides, we work hard to create a positive atmosphere and foster support for mental wellness so everyone enjoys a "happy hour" on the bike.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams (707) 827-6148
Meet at 11:00 am
60 minutes, C pace, average 23mph (2.3 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together for most of the ride, but then given the chance to chase our Red Beacon sweeper (Lanterne Rouge) at 47 minutes and try to catch him before the finish. Our Lanterne Rouge is released at 45 minutes in and given a 2 minute head start. The Yellow Beacon ride leader maintains the listed pace for the full hour for those who do not wish to chase.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Michael Koved (510) 428-0763
Meet at 7:00 pm
BioMechanics and Bike Fit
Club member Dara Richman (DaraSports PT) and Tempo Endurance Coaching 's John Cheetham will share insights on bike set up, bike fit and biomechanics. Thursday December 17th at 7p. The event is free and open to the public. Questions? Email us at SpeakerSeries@grizz.org
- Zoom app: Meeting link
- Phone +1 669 900 6833: Press *6 to toggle mute/unmute. Press *9 to raise your hand.
- Meeting ID: 667 2907 4067; passcode: 551451
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams
Meet at 12:45 pm
60 minutes, D pace, 21mph (2.0 w/kg). This ride presented by The Big Ring (TBR) encourages those who want to push their pace a little higher than the standard sub 2.0 w/kg social rides on Zwift. We roll together on the Watopia Waistband route, which is mostly flat. For the best ride experience, please stay by the leader's Yellow Beacon.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams (707) 827-6148
Meet at 11:00 am
60 minutes, D pace, average 21mpg (1.9 w/kg). This social event is currently on the Watopia Flat course, with 3 sprints during the hour. We run a monthly sprint league with prizes awarded to the top man and woman by points. Top sprints awarded 10 points, down to 1 point for 10th fastest sprint. Fastest sprint time of the month is awarded 5 bonus points. Course changes monthly. Vibe is friendly and supportive, with strong sweepers at the back to help anyone who falls out of the group draft.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Leader: Elizabeth Crocker (510) 484-1060
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Join us for a weekly Tuesday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We'll 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). Cyclists of different paces are very welcome to join. South Park is closed to car traffic, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park, expect ~10 miles and about 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
NOTE: it will be dark by 5:30 in mid Nov, so this ride is mostly in dark. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels ride. Please contact ride leaders if there's unfavorable weather.
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2742955390 (this route shows 3 ascents up South Park, we’ll only do 1-2 ascents. Thanks to Nick Umemoto for the route and inspiration!)
Ride will follow GPC Covid-19 protocol, including mandatory pre-registration for members. Please wear face coverings at the start/end and during all regroups.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams
Meet at 10:45 am
60 minutes, C pace, average 22mph (2.2 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together with strong sweep support to help those at the back stay in the group. Knights of Suburbia is an Australia-based group that mostly rides outdoors and focuses on promoting mental wellbeing. In our Zwift rides, we work hard to create a positive atmosphere and foster support for mental wellness so everyone enjoys a "happy hour" on the bike.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams (707) 827-6148
Meet at 11:00 am
60 minutes, C pace, average 23mph (2.3 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together for most of the ride, but then given the chance to chase our Red Beacon sweeper (Lanterne Rouge) at 47 minutes and try to catch him before the finish. Our Lanterne Rouge is released at 45 minutes in and given a 2 minute head start. The Yellow Beacon ride leader maintains the listed pace for the full hour for those who do not wish to chase.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams
Meet at 12:45 pm
60 minutes, D pace, 21mph (2.0 w/kg). This ride presented by The Big Ring (TBR) encourages those who want to push their pace a little higher than the standard sub 2.0 w/kg social rides on Zwift. We roll together on the Watopia Waistband route, which is mostly flat. For the best ride experience, please stay by the leader's Yellow Beacon.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams (707) 827-6148
Meet at 11:00 am
60 minutes, D pace, average 21mpg (1.9 w/kg). This social event is currently on the Watopia Flat course, with 3 sprints during the hour. We run a monthly sprint league with prizes awarded to the top man and woman by points. Top sprints awarded 10 points, down to 1 point for 10th fastest sprint. Fastest sprint time of the month is awarded 5 bonus points. Course changes monthly. Vibe is friendly and supportive, with strong sweepers at the back to help anyone who falls out of the group draft.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Leader: Elizabeth Crocker (510) 484-1060
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Mandatory pre-registration closed. Do not show up if unregistered!
Join us for a weekly Tuesday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We'll 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). Cyclists of different paces are very welcome to join. South Park is closed to car traffic, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park, expect ~10 miles and about 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
NOTE: it will be dark by 5:30 in mid Nov, so this ride is mostly in dark. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels ride. Please contact ride leaders if there's unfavorable weather.
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2742955390 (this route shows 3 ascents up South Park, we’ll only do 1-2 ascents. Thanks to Nick Umemoto for the route and inspiration!)
Ride will follow GPC Covid-19 protocol, including mandatory pre-registration for members. Please wear face coverings at the start/end and during all regroups.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams
Meet at 10:45 am
60 minutes, C pace, average 22mph (2.2 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together with strong sweep support to help those at the back stay in the group. Knights of Suburbia is an Australia-based group that mostly rides outdoors and focuses on promoting mental wellbeing. In our Zwift rides, we work hard to create a positive atmosphere and foster support for mental wellness so everyone enjoys a "happy hour" on the bike.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams (707) 827-6148
Meet at 11:00 am
60 minutes, C pace, average 23mph (2.3 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together for most of the ride, but then given the chance to chase our Red Beacon sweeper (Lanterne Rouge) at 47 minutes and try to catch him before the finish. Our Lanterne Rouge is released at 45 minutes in and given a 2 minute head start. The Yellow Beacon ride leader maintains the listed pace for the full hour for those who do not wish to chase.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
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Leader: Elizabeth Crocker
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Join us for a weekly Tuesday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We'll 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). Cyclists of different paces are very welcome to join. South Park is closed to car traffic, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park, expect ~10 miles and about 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
NOTE: it will be dark by 5:30 in mid Nov, so this ride is mostly in dark. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels ride. Please contact ride leaders if there's unfavorable weather.
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2742955390 (this route shows 3 ascents up South Park, we’ll only do 1-2 ascents. Thanks to Nick Umemoto for the route and inspiration!)
Ride will follow GPC Covid-19 protocol, including mandatory pre-registration for members. Please wear face coverings at the start/end and during all regroups.
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GPC Challenge Rides - Bay Area Bridge Series: Complete riding 5 of the 6 area bridges during the month of December 2020.
Grizzlies we’ve created a series of fun rides you can complete over a calendar month, at your convenience, with your family or friends pod or on your own. These are non-competitive with the intention to simply achieve the completion of the series in which you choose to participate on your own schedule within a calendar month. The series has something for everyone at every level of cycling. When you complete the series you will be entered into a raffle for any prizes. Please see "How It Works" at the bottom of the descriptions of the rides.
SF/Oakland Bridge: 28 miles from El Cerrito Plaza Bart to Mersea restaurant on Treasure Island. Ride rating 1.
Please note: Due to construction on Treasure Island access may only be available on weekends.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34485064
Mersea Restaurant - 699 Avenue of the Palms
Richmond San Rafael Bridge:
RSR to Fairfax: start at El Cerrito Bart station to Fairfax O/B, about 42 miles, ride rating 1-2.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34485379
Golden Gate Bridge: start at Crissy Field and loop thru Point Bonita Lighthouse, about 16 miles, Ride rating 4.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34445155
Benicia Bridge & Carquinez Bridge: ride two bridges in a loop starting at El Cerrito del Norte Bart station, about 53 miles, ride rating 1-2.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34485477
Dumbarton Bridge: we have two different routes to choose from below
Dumbarton Bridge; Start at the Fremont Bart station and ride via the Dumbarton Bridge end at the Milpitas Bart station. About 34 miles, ride rating 1-2.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34487109
Dumbarton Bridge; start & return to the Union City Bart station, about 37 miles, ride rating 1.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34485710
How Does It Work?
- Exclusively for GPC members (for insurance and any raffle prizes)
- Signup & accept the electronic waiver on the GPC Ride webpage
- Record your ride for insurance* and verification of achievement (use free versions of Ride with GPS or Strava)
- Share your ride (via email ChallengeRides@grizz.org & on the GPC Strava Club page)
- If not a member of the GPC Strava Club please request to join on the GPC Strava Club page
- Upon achievement of the minimum rides in a challenge series your entry will be included into a raffle for any prizes
* Please note your club can provide the same medical coverage for the ride routes in the series as if you were on a standard club group ride. Recording of the ride assures verification of riding the mapped route. When riding off the predetermined route coverage is not included just like a club ride (e.g., like riding from home to the meeting location).
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GPC Peer to Pier Ride Challenge December 1 to December 31
Early 20th Century, before the bridges spanning the San Francisco Bay were constructed, the Bay was home to one of the most extensive ferry systems in the world. This month's ride is designed to enjoy the waterfront and learn a little history through the remains of some incredible facilities that provided access to San Francisco from the East Bay. This ride is dead flat and includes 7 stops to admire the views, solve two clues and find a hidden cache. This map starts at Downtown Oakland 12th St BART and ends at the El Cerrito Del Norte BART station. Feel free to start and end wherever you like, as long as all seven stops are made. The stops and clues are embedded in the Ride-with-GPS map but they are also listed on a google document at the link below if you’d prefer to print and take it with you.
Be sure to join the GPC Strava club, and record the ride on your phone or bike computer. After you complete the ride and post it to Strava, rename it to “GPC Peer to Pier Challenge” and attach your selfies. Those that sign up, complete a route and solve the three (3) clues, as proven by the posted Strava ride with selfies, will automatically be entered into a raffle to win a newly designed club buff. The winner will be announced sometime in January..
Link to the Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34718827
Link to the clues:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Qy85EJhtrtrl588X5CJKvlU1Ceuqz9yM-o9W1y9axHU/edit?usp=sharing
Stop #1 - Find The Mole - Welcome to Oakland Middle Harbor, the hub of major shipping operations as can be seen by the huge ships, cranes and semi-trailer trucks waiting for goods to haul (be careful). The Middle Harbor is also now the site of a 60,000sf wetland restoration project so enjoy the view and the large variety of waterfowl. Ride around the edge of this small park and you’ll come upon remnants of the “Mole”. Take a selfie with the Mole.
Stop #2 – Fishing pier at the end of the Middle Harbor.
Stop #3 – Original Eastern Span of the Bay Bridge (now a pier). Enjoy the views and the history of the Eastern Span of the Bay Bridge.
Stop #4 - Ruins of the Berkeley Pier
Stop #5 - Find a Cache - Welcome to Albany Bulb. Ride out the sandy paved pathway along the water's edge until it turns to gravel then go a bit further (uphill), take a right and head north. You’ll find me at the water's edge welcoming you with open arms! Look closely for an image related to the club, pull on the string and you;’ll find the cache. Open it, print your name and carefully leave it as you found it for the next rider. Take a selfie with your guest.
Stop #6 - Find the “Whirley”. Welcome to the Red Oak Victory Trail. On your way here you passed many monuments to Richmonds rich ship building history. You’ll find the Whirley near the aft of the Red Oak Victory. I’ll just be standing there waiting for you to take a selfie with me.
Stop #7 - Western Terminus of the Trans-Continental Railway.
60 minutes, C pace, average 22mph (2.2 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together with strong sweep support to help those at the back stay in the group. Knights of Suburbia is an Australia-based group that mostly rides outdoors and focuses on promoting mental wellbeing. In our Zwift rides, we work hard to create a positive atmosphere and foster support for mental wellness so everyone enjoys a "happy hour" on the bike.
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60 minutes, C pace, average 23mph (2.3 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together for most of the ride, but then given the chance to chase our Red Beacon sweeper (Lanterne Rouge) at 47 minutes and try to catch him before the finish. Our Lanterne Rouge is released at 45 minutes in and given a 2 minute head start. The Yellow Beacon ride leader maintains the listed pace for the full hour for those who do not wish to chase.
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Pedestrian Bridge on Addison/Bolivar Dr
Bring binoculars, water, snack; wear warm clothes. We shall head north on the Bay Trail to Richmond stopping along the way to view wintering ducks and shorebirds. Rain cancels. Limited to 10 cyclists.
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GPC Route:
ASSR Allegretto Alternative
Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Come join us for a fun day on the bike - social distance guidelines will be observed, so please bring your mask...and please wear it, when we’re stopped and if/when we’re going into cafés and the like. Ride leader may be a little flexible on the route - for example, maybe we’ll head straight to Benicia for lunch instead of lunch in Martinez. We’ll play it by ear and leave it up to the group, but prepare to be flexible and of course give your opinion too. Looking forward to riding with you!
Bonus! Get credit for this month’s bay area bridges challenge!
Route: Follow original ASSR route to Castro Ranch Road. Follow Century North Loop to Crockett. Cross Zampa Bridge to Vallejo. Lake Herman Road, and return via Benicia Martinez to Alhambra Valley Road to Pig Farm Hill and back to Orinda BART.
60 minutes, D pace, 21mph (2.0 w/kg). This ride presented by The Big Ring (TBR) encourages those who want to push their pace a little higher than the standard sub 2.0 w/kg social rides on Zwift. We roll together on the Watopia Waistband route, which is mostly flat. For the best ride experience, please stay by the leader's Yellow Beacon.
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60 minutes, D pace, average 21mpg (1.9 w/kg). This social event is currently on the Watopia Flat course, with 3 sprints during the hour. We run a monthly sprint league with prizes awarded to the top man and woman by points. Top sprints awarded 10 points, down to 1 point for 10th fastest sprint. Fastest sprint time of the month is awarded 5 bonus points. Course changes monthly. Vibe is friendly and supportive, with strong sweepers at the back to help anyone who falls out of the group draft.
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Do you want to help make East Bay cycling safe, fun and accessible? Find out how when Bike East Bay presents opportunities to improve our cycling experience by influencing quick build projects, reimagining public safety by removing police from traffic enforcement and the vision zero planning projects currently ramping up in Contra Costa County.
Our featured speaker is Dave Campbell, Advocacy Director at Bike East Bay. With COVID-19 affecting all aspects of our lives, including transportation planning, and widespread movement to address systemic racism in America, much has changed with advocacy work around active transportation.
To make the session most responsive to your interests, please send Robert Vogel specific questions and/or interests you would like to see addressed in Dave's presentation.
The event is free and open to the public.
Here is the Zoom and dial-in information:
Zoom app: Meeting link
Phone +1 669 900 6833: Press *6 to toggle mute/unmute. Press *9 to raise your hand.
Meeting ID: 667 2907 4067; passcode: 551451
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Leader: Elizabeth Crocker
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Join us for a weekly Tuesday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We'll 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). Cyclists of different paces are very welcome to join. South Park is closed to car traffic, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park, expect ~10 miles and about 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
NOTE: it will be dark by 5:30 in mid Nov, so this ride is mostly in dark. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels ride. Please contact ride leaders if there's unfavorable weather.
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2742955390 (this route shows 3 ascents up South Park, we’ll only do 1-2 ascents. Thanks to Nick Umemoto for the route and inspiration!)
Ride will follow GPC Covid-19 protocol, including mandatory pre-registration for members. Please wear face coverings at the start/end and during all regroups.
60 minutes, C pace, average 22mph (2.2 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together with strong sweep support to help those at the back stay in the group. Knights of Suburbia is an Australia-based group that mostly rides outdoors and focuses on promoting mental wellbeing. In our Zwift rides, we work hard to create a positive atmosphere and foster support for mental wellness so everyone enjoys a "happy hour" on the bike.
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We can’t take the party to Z Cafe like last year, so we’re taking the party to your homes! The GPC holiday party is going virtual. Join us for merriment, games, and prizes. End 2020 on a high note with your fellow Grizzlies. We’ll meet over Zoom; you’re welcome to join by phone, but you’ll have more fun with video. Dress up in festive clothing and BYOB! ;)
See your Wheel Truth newsletter for videoconference details and a dial-in (audio-only) alternative.
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60 minutes, C pace, average 23mph (2.3 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together for most of the ride, but then given the chance to chase our Red Beacon sweeper (Lanterne Rouge) at 47 minutes and try to catch him before the finish. Our Lanterne Rouge is released at 45 minutes in and given a 2 minute head start. The Yellow Beacon ride leader maintains the listed pace for the full hour for those who do not wish to chase.
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60 minutes, D pace, 21mph (2.0 w/kg). This ride presented by The Big Ring (TBR) encourages those who want to push their pace a little higher than the standard sub 2.0 w/kg social rides on Zwift. We roll together on the Watopia Waistband route, which is mostly flat. For the best ride experience, please stay by the leader's Yellow Beacon.
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60 minutes, D pace, average 21mpg (1.9 w/kg). This social event is currently on the Watopia Flat course, with 3 sprints during the hour. We run a monthly sprint league with prizes awarded to the top man and woman by points. Top sprints awarded 10 points, down to 1 point for 10th fastest sprint. Fastest sprint time of the month is awarded 5 bonus points. Course changes monthly. Vibe is friendly and supportive, with strong sweepers at the back to help anyone who falls out of the group draft.
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Leader: Elizabeth Crocker
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Join us for a weekly Tuesday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We'll 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). Cyclists of different paces are very welcome to join. South Park is closed to car traffic, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park, expect ~10 miles and about 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
NOTE: it will be dark by 5:30 in mid Nov, so this ride is mostly in dark. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels ride. Please contact ride leaders if there's unfavorable weather.
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2742955390 (this route shows 3 ascents up South Park, we’ll only do 1-2 ascents. Thanks to Nick Umemoto for the route and inspiration!)
Ride will follow GPC Covid-19 protocol, including mandatory pre-registration for members. Please wear face coverings at the start/end and during all regroups.
60 minutes, C pace, average 22mph (2.2 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together with strong sweep support to help those at the back stay in the group. Knights of Suburbia is an Australia-based group that mostly rides outdoors and focuses on promoting mental wellbeing. In our Zwift rides, we work hard to create a positive atmosphere and foster support for mental wellness so everyone enjoys a "happy hour" on the bike.
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60 minutes, C pace, average 23mph (2.3 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together for most of the ride, but then given the chance to chase our Red Beacon sweeper (Lanterne Rouge) at 47 minutes and try to catch him before the finish. Our Lanterne Rouge is released at 45 minutes in and given a 2 minute head start. The Yellow Beacon ride leader maintains the listed pace for the full hour for those who do not wish to chase.
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BioMechanics and Bike Fit
Club member Dara Richman (DaraSports PT) and Tempo Endurance Coaching 's John Cheetham will share insights on bike set up, bike fit and biomechanics. Thursday December 17th at 7p. The event is free and open to the public. Questions? Email us at SpeakerSeries@grizz.org
- Zoom app: Meeting link
- Phone +1 669 900 6833: Press *6 to toggle mute/unmute. Press *9 to raise your hand.
- Meeting ID: 667 2907 4067; passcode: 551451
60 minutes, D pace, 21mph (2.0 w/kg). This ride presented by The Big Ring (TBR) encourages those who want to push their pace a little higher than the standard sub 2.0 w/kg social rides on Zwift. We roll together on the Watopia Waistband route, which is mostly flat. For the best ride experience, please stay by the leader's Yellow Beacon.
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60 minutes, D pace, average 21mpg (1.9 w/kg). This social event is currently on the Watopia Flat course, with 3 sprints during the hour. We run a monthly sprint league with prizes awarded to the top man and woman by points. Top sprints awarded 10 points, down to 1 point for 10th fastest sprint. Fastest sprint time of the month is awarded 5 bonus points. Course changes monthly. Vibe is friendly and supportive, with strong sweepers at the back to help anyone who falls out of the group draft.
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Leader: Elizabeth Crocker
phone
Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Join us for a weekly Tuesday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We'll 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). Cyclists of different paces are very welcome to join. South Park is closed to car traffic, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park, expect ~10 miles and about 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
NOTE: it will be dark by 5:30 in mid Nov, so this ride is mostly in dark. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels ride. Please contact ride leaders if there's unfavorable weather.
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2742955390 (this route shows 3 ascents up South Park, we’ll only do 1-2 ascents. Thanks to Nick Umemoto for the route and inspiration!)
Ride will follow GPC Covid-19 protocol, including mandatory pre-registration for members. Please wear face coverings at the start/end and during all regroups.
60 minutes, C pace, average 22mph (2.2 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together with strong sweep support to help those at the back stay in the group. Knights of Suburbia is an Australia-based group that mostly rides outdoors and focuses on promoting mental wellbeing. In our Zwift rides, we work hard to create a positive atmosphere and foster support for mental wellness so everyone enjoys a "happy hour" on the bike.
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60 minutes, C pace, average 23mph (2.3 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together for most of the ride, but then given the chance to chase our Red Beacon sweeper (Lanterne Rouge) at 47 minutes and try to catch him before the finish. Our Lanterne Rouge is released at 45 minutes in and given a 2 minute head start. The Yellow Beacon ride leader maintains the listed pace for the full hour for those who do not wish to chase.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
60 minutes, D pace, 21mph (2.0 w/kg). This ride presented by The Big Ring (TBR) encourages those who want to push their pace a little higher than the standard sub 2.0 w/kg social rides on Zwift. We roll together on the Watopia Waistband route, which is mostly flat. For the best ride experience, please stay by the leader's Yellow Beacon.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
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60 minutes, D pace, average 21mpg (1.9 w/kg). This social event is currently on the Watopia Flat course, with 3 sprints during the hour. We run a monthly sprint league with prizes awarded to the top man and woman by points. Top sprints awarded 10 points, down to 1 point for 10th fastest sprint. Fastest sprint time of the month is awarded 5 bonus points. Course changes monthly. Vibe is friendly and supportive, with strong sweepers at the back to help anyone who falls out of the group draft.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
mobile text
Leader: Elizabeth Crocker
phone
Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Mandatory pre-registration closed. Do not show up if unregistered!
Join us for a weekly Tuesday evening ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We'll 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). Cyclists of different paces are very welcome to join. South Park is closed to car traffic, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete 2 round trip ascents up South Park, expect ~10 miles and about 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
NOTE: it will be dark by 5:30 in mid Nov, so this ride is mostly in dark. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels ride. Please contact ride leaders if there's unfavorable weather.
https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2742955390 (this route shows 3 ascents up South Park, we’ll only do 1-2 ascents. Thanks to Nick Umemoto for the route and inspiration!)
Ride will follow GPC Covid-19 protocol, including mandatory pre-registration for members. Please wear face coverings at the start/end and during all regroups.
60 minutes, C pace, average 22mph (2.2 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together with strong sweep support to help those at the back stay in the group. Knights of Suburbia is an Australia-based group that mostly rides outdoors and focuses on promoting mental wellbeing. In our Zwift rides, we work hard to create a positive atmosphere and foster support for mental wellness so everyone enjoys a "happy hour" on the bike.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
phone
60 minutes, C pace, average 23mph (2.3 w/kg). In this fun social event, everyone stays together for most of the ride, but then given the chance to chase our Red Beacon sweeper (Lanterne Rouge) at 47 minutes and try to catch him before the finish. Our Lanterne Rouge is released at 45 minutes in and given a 2 minute head start. The Yellow Beacon ride leader maintains the listed pace for the full hour for those who do not wish to chase.
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| December 2020 Ride Statistics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Weekday | Weekend | Total |
| 24 | 6 | 30 |