Ride Schedule for November 2020
Leader: Thomas Fraser (954) 290-3903 text
Meet at 8:00 am
Bay Area Summit Series: Complete riding to the summit of 3 of the 4 area summits.
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.
Mt. Diablo:
South Entrance from Athenian School, about 24 miles, Ride rating 3-4
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34447954
North Entrance: from Walnut Creek Bart Station, about 37 miles, Ride rating 4
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34470866
Mt. Tamalpais:
Fairfax loop thru Mill Valley: start at Larkspur Ferry Terminal about 40 miles, Ride rating 4.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34444647
Fairfax, CA via Bolinas Rd: start at El Cerrito del Norte Bart, Pt. Richmond, Larkspur Ferry Terminal or Fairfax, CA from about 35 & up to 78 miles if starting from Bart, Ride rating 4.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34471360
Panoramic Hwy: begin at El Cerrito del Norte Bart, Pt Richmond, Larkspur Ferry Terminal or Mill Valley along route; from about 32 & up to 67 miles if starting from Bart, Ride rating 4
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34471113
Mt. Hamilton:
Berryessa Bart station: start at Berryessa Bart station or Alum Rock Rd near Mt. Hamilton Rd from about 40 miles & up to 50 miles if starting at the Bart station, Ride rating 3.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34471519
Mt. Umunhum:
Berryessa Bart station: start at Berryessa Bart station or along Hicks Rd prior turning up Mt Umunhum Rd about 60 miles from Bart, Ride rating 4-5.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34472188
Berryessa Bart station: start at Berryessa Bart station or along Hicks Rd prior turning up Mt Umunhum Rd about 84 miles from Bart, Ride rating 4-5.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34472038
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 & share 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 Challenge Ride: Parks & Recreation Single Ride with three clues to solve (see details below)
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.
GPC Parks & Recreation challenge is a scenic but hilly ride with three clues to solve along the 29 mile route. You have to sign up to make it official but take the rest of November to complete it alone or with a few close friends. This ride is routed to and from the Rockridge BART station but feel free to start and end wherever you like, as long as all three clues are solved. The three 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 out and take them 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 Parks & Rec Challenge” and attach your selfies. Those that sign up, complete the route and solve the 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 raffle winner will be announced sometime in December.
Link to the Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34353573
Clue #1 - Welcome to where Tunnel Road Meets Skyline Drive. Long before Hwy 24 was built I was the pathway through the hills as memorialized on this plaque. Look for an island on the left with a beautiful Oak tree. I’ll be sitting just below. Take a selfie with me.
Clue #2 – Welcome to Roberts Park. Look for the entrance at “10570” Skyline Drive. You’re not going for a swim but nearby you’ll find a “rocky” chair, fill up your water bottle before taking a selfie with the plaque commemorating "Tommy" Roberts.
Clue #3 – Dr. Gibbons welcomes you to Redwood Regional Park. You can find me world wide but long ago was native to just this area. Find the plaque paying homage to me “Salmo Iridia” near the fishway parking lot. Take a selfie with me.
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 & share 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 ride and solving any clues in a challenge 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: Holly Brown-Williams (707) 827-6148
Meet at 1:15 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 beautiful Sand and Sequoias route, which includes one sprint and one KOM climb. For the best ride experience, please always stay by the leader's Yellow Beacon as it is easy to get ahead especially on the climb and descent.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app: https://www.zwift.com/events/view/957817
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: Michael Koved (510) 508-4193 text
Meet at 7:00 pm
Save the Date: On Monday November 2nd, our next Speaker Series guest is Alex Gay from Ride with GPS.
Who: Alex Gay is the Organization Account Manager for Ride with GPS. He works with cycling clubs, event operators, tour operators, and tourism bureaus worldwide helping them learn Ride with GPS' tools and helps develop new features for the Organization Accounts. Alex joined Ride with GPS in February 2018 where he began as part of the customer service team.
Alex enjoys mountain biking and long gravel rides in the late Spring, Summer, and early Fall and rides on the road the rest of the year.
What: His presentation will cover the following topics:
- What is Ride with GPS?
- What is the Club Account and how to use it?
- Route planner tips and tricks
- Downloading and starting a ride on the app
- Plenty of time for questions
How:
- Zoom: https://bit.ly/34VBnfj
- Meeting ID: 885 1373 3833
- Passcode: 8DDHNi
- Dial in:
- +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
- Meeting ID: 510 847 7651
- Passcode: 036610
- Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdXJ8InwN1
The series is free of charge and available to members and nonmembers. Bring a friend, coworker and family member.
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: Mary Ann Jawili (415) 935-3113
Meet at 9:50 am for a 10:00 am start
GPC Route: Mount Diablo Clockwise Loop via Danville Peet's
Start Location: Walnut Creek BART
The weather will be 36F at the top (forecast), so we will likely just go as high as the junction. Bring layers! Happy to do another summit attempt on a warmer day.
Inspired by our Bay Area Summits challenge*, we're doing a club ride up Mount Diablo! To keep things interesting, we'll make a loop, with a mix of paved roads and paved multi-use trails. Consider bringing an extra layer of clothing for the summit/descent.
Water and bathrooms at the ranger station/junction (Mile 13), and we'll stop there again on the way down (Mile 22) if there's no water at the summit (Mile 17.5). Short lunch is at Danville Peet's (Mile 32), with other quick lunch options nearby, such as Lunardi's, before the flat 8 miles back to the start.
Leader rides at a slower TM pace; average moving speed will likely be 12-13mph. We'll have many regroups to keep everyone together. COVID-19 guidelines will be enforced! Don't forget your buff or mask. If you need to contact the leader on the day of the ride, please call or text (not email).
*If you have not yet registered for the challenge, do it today!
Leader: Holly Brown-Williams
Meet at 12:45 pm
Note change in meeting time starting today and going forward.
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: Steve Tracy (510) 881-6042 text
Meet at 11:50 am for a 12:00 pm start
GPC Route: Temescal to Redwood Canyon
Start Location: Oakland - Lake Temescal
From the Lake Temescal parking lot on Broadway through Montclair, up BBR and out Redwood to the Redwood Canyon golf course. Return via Redwood, Pinehurst, Skyline and Tunnel. Bring or buy food at the golf course. Option to shorten by going out and back to CV, returning on BART, calling LYFT, etc.
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
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: 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: Mary Ann Jawili (415) 935-3113
Meet at 9:50 am for a 10:00 am start
GPC Route: Over Mt. Tam
Start Location: Mill Valley Safeway
Inspired by our Bay Area Summits challenge*, we're headed for Mount Tam. This is a loop starting with our main climb, followed by Seven Sisters, Alpine Dam, and then a network of bike routes back to Mill Valley.
Water and restrooms at the top (Miles 13), snacks and restrooms at Good Earth Natural Foods (Mile 30). After that, we're leaning toward staying on Camino Alto to Mill Valley (instead of what the route says), but we'll confirm it on the ride.
Leader rides at a slower TM pace; average moving speed will likely be 11-12mph. We'll have many regroups to keep everyone together. COVID-19 guidelines will be enforced! Don't forget your buff or mask. If you need to contact the leader on the day of the ride, please call or text (not email).
*If you have not yet registered for the challenge, do it today!
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
Plan Your Next Bike Adventure! Where have you always dreamed of cycling? Domestic and international destinations await. Learn how to plan a fabulous, budget-friendly and memorable adventure. YES, while travel is quite restricted now, it is the ideal time to start planning! Join the GPC Speaker Series on Thursday, November 19th at 7:00 PM.
Our featured speaker is Norm Gold, Berkeley resident who has done 9 major self-designed road bike tours (Italy, France, Spain, New Zealand, USA/Canada), and had many, many other bike adventures. He will give you tips on planning and organizing a successful bike adventure and feature a 3-week tour of the South Island of New Zealand.
To make the session most responsive to your interests, Please send Norm a brief email <SUBJ: BikeAdventure> to normbikesitalia@gmail.com.
The event is free and open to the public. Further questions? Contact Michael Koved (michaelkoved@gmail.com).
To join the GPC peloton by Zoom or dial-in:
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Zoom: https://bit.ly/34VBnfj
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Meeting ID: 885 1373 3833
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Passcode: 8DDHNi
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Dial in:
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+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
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Meeting ID: 885 1373 3833
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Passcode: 474553
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Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdXJ8InwN1
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Press *6 to toggle between mute and unmute. Press *9 to raise your hand.
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Leader: Mary Ann Jawili (415) 935-3113
Leader: Jessica Jensen (510) 508-6389 text
Meet at 9:30 am for a 9:40 am start
GPC Route: Berryessa BART-Mount Hamilton O/B
Start Location: Berryessa BART
Inspired by our Bay Area Summits challenge*, we're headed for Mount Hamilton. This is simple out-and-back from Berryessa BART to the top, and then back the way we came.
Restrooms and water available halfway up the climb (Mile 14). Water is again available at the top (Mile 25). Bring all the calories you'll need and the layers you'll be glad to have on that chilly descent. Parking at Berryessa BART is $3. If you would rather park at Berryessa Community Center, where parking is free, and restrooms are available), please be prepared to roll at 10:00am.
Leader rides at a slower TM pace; average moving speed will likely be 11-12mph. We'll have many regroups to keep everyone together. COVID-19 guidelines will be enforced! Don't forget your buff or mask. If you need to contact the leader on the day of the ride, please call or text (not email).
*If you have not yet registered for the challenge, do it today!
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: Mary Ann Jawili (415) 935-3113
Meet at 9:20 am for a 9:30 am start
GPC Route: Mountain Charlie
Start Location: Lexington Reservoir
We're taking advantage of the long weekend with a change of scenery. Come ride the Santa Cruz Mountains! Starting from Lexington Reservoir, down the classic Soquel San Jose Road, jaunt to Camp Evans, and then end with a climb up Mountain Charlie back to the reservoir. Lunch is at Erik's Deli (Mile 39).
We'll have many regroups to keep everyone together, but please note the pace; we need to keep moving to end before sunset. COVID-19 guidelines will be enforced! Don't forget your buff or mask. If you need to contact the leader on the day of the ride, please call or text (not email).
This route is a copy of Western Wheelers' Mountain Charlie D route, from their Long Distance Training series.
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.
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Bay Area Summit Series: Complete riding to the summit of 3 of the 4 area summits.
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.
Mt. Diablo:
South Entrance from Athenian School, about 24 miles, Ride rating 3-4
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34447954
North Entrance: from Walnut Creek Bart Station, about 37 miles, Ride rating 4
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34470866
Mt. Tamalpais:
Fairfax loop thru Mill Valley: start at Larkspur Ferry Terminal about 40 miles, Ride rating 4.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34444647
Fairfax, CA via Bolinas Rd: start at El Cerrito del Norte Bart, Pt. Richmond, Larkspur Ferry Terminal or Fairfax, CA from about 35 & up to 78 miles if starting from Bart, Ride rating 4.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34471360
Panoramic Hwy: begin at El Cerrito del Norte Bart, Pt Richmond, Larkspur Ferry Terminal or Mill Valley along route; from about 32 & up to 67 miles if starting from Bart, Ride rating 4
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34471113
Mt. Hamilton:
Berryessa Bart station: start at Berryessa Bart station or Alum Rock Rd near Mt. Hamilton Rd from about 40 miles & up to 50 miles if starting at the Bart station, Ride rating 3.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34471519
Mt. Umunhum:
Berryessa Bart station: start at Berryessa Bart station or along Hicks Rd prior turning up Mt Umunhum Rd about 60 miles from Bart, Ride rating 4-5.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34472188
Berryessa Bart station: start at Berryessa Bart station or along Hicks Rd prior turning up Mt Umunhum Rd about 84 miles from Bart, Ride rating 4-5.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34472038
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 & share 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 Challenge Ride: Parks & Recreation Single Ride with three clues to solve (see details below)
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.
GPC Parks & Recreation challenge is a scenic but hilly ride with three clues to solve along the 29 mile route. You have to sign up to make it official but take the rest of November to complete it alone or with a few close friends. This ride is routed to and from the Rockridge BART station but feel free to start and end wherever you like, as long as all three clues are solved. The three 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 out and take them 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 Parks & Rec Challenge” and attach your selfies. Those that sign up, complete the route and solve the 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 raffle winner will be announced sometime in December.
Link to the Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34353573
Clue #1 - Welcome to where Tunnel Road Meets Skyline Drive. Long before Hwy 24 was built I was the pathway through the hills as memorialized on this plaque. Look for an island on the left with a beautiful Oak tree. I’ll be sitting just below. Take a selfie with me.
Clue #2 – Welcome to Roberts Park. Look for the entrance at “10570” Skyline Drive. You’re not going for a swim but nearby you’ll find a “rocky” chair, fill up your water bottle before taking a selfie with the plaque commemorating "Tommy" Roberts.
Clue #3 – Dr. Gibbons welcomes you to Redwood Regional Park. You can find me world wide but long ago was native to just this area. Find the plaque paying homage to me “Salmo Iridia” near the fishway parking lot. Take a selfie with me.
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 & share 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 ride and solving any clues in a challenge 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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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 beautiful Sand and Sequoias route, which includes one sprint and one KOM climb. For the best ride experience, please always stay by the leader's Yellow Beacon as it is easy to get ahead especially on the climb and descent.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app: https://www.zwift.com/events/view/957817
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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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Save the Date: On Monday November 2nd, our next Speaker Series guest is Alex Gay from Ride with GPS.
Who: Alex Gay is the Organization Account Manager for Ride with GPS. He works with cycling clubs, event operators, tour operators, and tourism bureaus worldwide helping them learn Ride with GPS' tools and helps develop new features for the Organization Accounts. Alex joined Ride with GPS in February 2018 where he began as part of the customer service team.
Alex enjoys mountain biking and long gravel rides in the late Spring, Summer, and early Fall and rides on the road the rest of the year.
What: His presentation will cover the following topics:
- What is Ride with GPS?
- What is the Club Account and how to use it?
- Route planner tips and tricks
- Downloading and starting a ride on the app
- Plenty of time for questions
How:
- Zoom: https://bit.ly/34VBnfj
- Meeting ID: 885 1373 3833
- Passcode: 8DDHNi
- Dial in:
- +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
- Meeting ID: 510 847 7651
- Passcode: 036610
- Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdXJ8InwN1
The series is free of charge and available to members and nonmembers. Bring a friend, coworker and family member.
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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GPC Route:
Mount Diablo Clockwise Loop via Danville Peet's
Start Location:
Walnut Creek BART
The weather will be 36F at the top (forecast), so we will likely just go as high as the junction. Bring layers! Happy to do another summit attempt on a warmer day.
Inspired by our Bay Area Summits challenge*, we're doing a club ride up Mount Diablo! To keep things interesting, we'll make a loop, with a mix of paved roads and paved multi-use trails. Consider bringing an extra layer of clothing for the summit/descent.
Water and bathrooms at the ranger station/junction (Mile 13), and we'll stop there again on the way down (Mile 22) if there's no water at the summit (Mile 17.5). Short lunch is at Danville Peet's (Mile 32), with other quick lunch options nearby, such as Lunardi's, before the flat 8 miles back to the start.
Leader rides at a slower TM pace; average moving speed will likely be 12-13mph. We'll have many regroups to keep everyone together. COVID-19 guidelines will be enforced! Don't forget your buff or mask. If you need to contact the leader on the day of the ride, please call or text (not email).
*If you have not yet registered for the challenge, do it today!
Note change in meeting time starting today and going forward.
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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GPC Route:
Temescal to Redwood Canyon
Start Location:
Oakland - Lake Temescal
From the Lake Temescal parking lot on Broadway through Montclair, up BBR and out Redwood to the Redwood Canyon golf course. Return via Redwood, Pinehurst, Skyline and Tunnel. Bring or buy food at the golf course. Option to shorten by going out and back to CV, returning on BART, calling LYFT, etc.
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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.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
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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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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GPC Route:
Over Mt. Tam
Start Location:
Mill Valley Safeway
Inspired by our Bay Area Summits challenge*, we're headed for Mount Tam. This is a loop starting with our main climb, followed by Seven Sisters, Alpine Dam, and then a network of bike routes back to Mill Valley.
Water and restrooms at the top (Miles 13), snacks and restrooms at Good Earth Natural Foods (Mile 30). After that, we're leaning toward staying on Camino Alto to Mill Valley (instead of what the route says), but we'll confirm it on the ride.
Leader rides at a slower TM pace; average moving speed will likely be 11-12mph. We'll have many regroups to keep everyone together. COVID-19 guidelines will be enforced! Don't forget your buff or mask. If you need to contact the leader on the day of the ride, please call or text (not email).
*If you have not yet registered for the challenge, do it today!
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.
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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.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
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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.
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Plan Your Next Bike Adventure! Where have you always dreamed of cycling? Domestic and international destinations await. Learn how to plan a fabulous, budget-friendly and memorable adventure. YES, while travel is quite restricted now, it is the ideal time to start planning! Join the GPC Speaker Series on Thursday, November 19th at 7:00 PM.
Our featured speaker is Norm Gold, Berkeley resident who has done 9 major self-designed road bike tours (Italy, France, Spain, New Zealand, USA/Canada), and had many, many other bike adventures. He will give you tips on planning and organizing a successful bike adventure and feature a 3-week tour of the South Island of New Zealand.
To make the session most responsive to your interests, Please send Norm a brief email <SUBJ: BikeAdventure> to normbikesitalia@gmail.com.
The event is free and open to the public. Further questions? Contact Michael Koved (michaelkoved@gmail.com).
To join the GPC peloton by Zoom or dial-in:
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Zoom: https://bit.ly/34VBnfj
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Meeting ID: 885 1373 3833
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Passcode: 8DDHNi
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Dial in:
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+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
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Meeting ID: 885 1373 3833
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Passcode: 474553
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Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdXJ8InwN1
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Press *6 to toggle between mute and unmute. Press *9 to raise your hand.
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Leader: Jessica Jensen
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GPC Route:
Berryessa BART-Mount Hamilton O/B
Start Location:
Berryessa BART
Inspired by our Bay Area Summits challenge*, we're headed for Mount Hamilton. This is simple out-and-back from Berryessa BART to the top, and then back the way we came.
Restrooms and water available halfway up the climb (Mile 14). Water is again available at the top (Mile 25). Bring all the calories you'll need and the layers you'll be glad to have on that chilly descent. Parking at Berryessa BART is $3. If you would rather park at Berryessa Community Center, where parking is free, and restrooms are available), please be prepared to roll at 10:00am.
Leader rides at a slower TM pace; average moving speed will likely be 11-12mph. We'll have many regroups to keep everyone together. COVID-19 guidelines will be enforced! Don't forget your buff or mask. If you need to contact the leader on the day of the ride, please call or text (not email).
*If you have not yet registered for the challenge, do it today!
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.
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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.
Sign up on Zwift Companion app.
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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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GPC Route:
Mountain Charlie
Start Location:
Lexington Reservoir
We're taking advantage of the long weekend with a change of scenery. Come ride the Santa Cruz Mountains! Starting from Lexington Reservoir, down the classic Soquel San Jose Road, jaunt to Camp Evans, and then end with a climb up Mountain Charlie back to the reservoir. Lunch is at Erik's Deli (Mile 39).
We'll have many regroups to keep everyone together, but please note the pace; we need to keep moving to end before sunset. COVID-19 guidelines will be enforced! Don't forget your buff or mask. If you need to contact the leader on the day of the ride, please call or text (not email).
This route is a copy of Western Wheelers' Mountain Charlie D route, from their Long Distance Training series.
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.
| November 2020 Ride Statistics | ||
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| Weekday | Weekend | Total |
| 20 | 10 | 30 |