Ride Schedule for February 2018
Meet at 9:00 am
This weekly ride often tours through West Marin, but sometimes travels to Napa, Sonoma, or Livermore, depending on the season. We have frequent regroups and usually stop for a real lunch, if it is available on the route. For this week's leader and route see our online calendar. The ride is usually posted in the calendar by Monday evening. Weather cancellations will also be updated on the calendar. If you don't have web access you can call Mark Nienberg at (510) 812-9312 for the information.
Leader: Maria Teresa Garcia De La Noceda (510) 725-8405
Leader: Glenn Kirby (510) 882-6808 text
Leader: Thomas Ayres (510) 295-8228 text
Meet at 9:00 am
Start Location: Pleasant Hill BART
According to the Wikepedia, “Mount Diablo is sacred to many California Native American people; according to Miwok mythology, and Ohlone mythology, Mt Diablo was the point of creation”. Its magnetism is still felt today, specially among hikers, and cyclists; this may be explained also by looking into its volcanic origin, since the upper portion of the mountain is made up of volcanic and sedimentary deposits.
The Ascent involves a steep climb, 6 ½ miles up to the Junction, and 4 additional miles up to the Summit, therefore you need to feel comfortable about climbing, confident about descending, at ease with your bike, and follow the Safety Tips outlined by the Mount Diablo State Park (http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=517),
specifically for Drivers and Cyclists:
- Observe posted speed limits.
- Stay in your lane on blind curves and do not cut corners.
- Do not pass on double-yellow lines and until you have a clear view of oncoming traffic and it is safe to do so.
- Wearing headphones that cover both ears is illegal. Wear only one headphone if you have to.
Today, captivated for its majestic magnetism, we are going to start our bike ride from Pleasant Hill BART, and via some quiet, and flat residential streets we will arrive to North Gate Rd., where we will initiate our climb to the "Magic Mountain". At the Junction, we will REGROUP, and rest.
Some of us, will turn around, and descend, retracing our steps, and stopping at the Ygnacio Valley Shopping Center, at 1881 Ygnacio Valley Rd., in Walnut Creek, to have some lunch … There are a variety of cuisines to choose from.
Some others, after the Junction, will continue the climb, up to the Juniper Campground, or up to the Summit. Then, they will stop, as well, at the Ygnacio Valley Shopping Center, for lunch … where they will rejoin the rest of the group.
This ride is co-sponsored with the Bicycle Section of the San Francisco Bay Area Chaper of the Sierra Club.
Leader: Mark Abrahams (510) 524-1294
Meet at 8:00 am for a 8:10 am start Rain Date: Sun Feb 4
Start Location: Cotati - Gravenstein Hwy Park-&-Ride (Westside)
The route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26750350
This route is delightful, but the first 25 miles are quite hilly! Sonoma Mountain Rd followed by Trinity Rd eastbound — the hard direction. The rest of the day is rolling hills and valleys: Silverado Trail to Calistoga; on to Healdsburg, Westside Road, and then we'll work our way back to Cotati. Optional "liquid-high-carb regroup" a few miles before the end.
Be ready to ride at 8:05am — please arrive long enough in advance to get ready. Prompt 8:10am departure. Location: Cotati, Gravenstein Hwy Park-&-Ride, just west of Hwy 101. Restrooms are nearby (but if you might need the restroom, please arrive 10 minutes earlier). Be prepared for chilly morning weather. Bring lights in case of a later than planned return. Sunset is earlier than you expect. RSVP's are appreciated, for map count.
NWS PoPs 20% or more will likely postpone to Sunday. If weather is doubtful, contact ride leader by 9:00pm the night before or check the online listings for an update — don't assume anything.
Leader: Phil Morton (510) 847-7651 text
Meet at 8:45 am for a 9:00 am start
Start Location: Loma Prieta School District Office
This ride could be called "Dessert Before Dinner", since it starts with a 10+ mile descent and finishes with a gentle climb of similar length. See: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/9130057 for the elevation profile and prelim route sheet. Directions: Take the Summit Rd. exit from Highway 17 South. Meet at the Loma Prieta School District Office on Summit Rd about 3 miles SE of the intersection of Summit and HWY 17. We'll stop for lunch at Cactus Corner in Corralitos.
Leader: Mark Abrahams (510) 524-1294
Meet at 8:00 am for a 8:10 am start
See the listing for Sat Feb 3. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
Leader: Lucy and Randy Glover (970) 485-1914 text
Leader: Randy Glover (970) 485-1914
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:20 am start
Start Location: Pleasant Hill BART
This is a good way to meet others in the club and for new riders to join in. No pressure to complete a long hilly ride. We'll keep this ride super friendly and on pace. Tandem and city bike friendly. Bring food or $ to buy and eat at the fabulous Draeger's Market or other great food spots in or around the plaza. All are welcome and anyone can join this ride. RSVP requested but not required to ride. Route Map and cue sheet at http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4189771. Check out Social Biker Group on Facebook, Join free.
Leader: Bill Bagnell (510) 504-5401 text
Meet at 8:20 am for a 8:30 am start
A short ride as leader has to get back early. Start at Redwood and Skyline at 8:30AM, Redwood, Pinehurst, Canyon, Moraga Way, SPDR, Wildcat, Grizzly, Skyline. 32 miles, 2,700 feet. There are plenty of opportunities to lengthen this ride if you want to. No rest stop planned.
The PoE (Peloton of Elders) ride now changes start location and route weekly. M-pace but depending on demand there may also be a TM option. Check the online ride calendar Monday evening for the week's start location, route and rain updates. Despite the name, cyclists of all ages are welcome. Email leader with name, mobile, emergency #, and bike make/color in advance. This speeds up the signin process.
Leader: Mark Abrahams (510) 524-1294
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start Rain Date: Thu Feb 8
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Develop your night time group riding skills. Route is Grizzly and Skyline as far as Roberts; regroup and reverse route. We will ride in full dark, so bring descent-worthy front and rear lights which you have set to solid — not blinking. Reflective gear is encouraged — anklebands, etc. Contact me in advance if you have questions about night riding. Inclement weather (rain; significant threat; or starting temps below 45 degrees) postpones. More ride info is at http://www.abriz.net/gpc/rad.html including current raindate status. Please read that page in full before your first RAD ride.
Leader: Phil Morton (510) 852-9663
Meet at 10:00 am
Miles and smiles, hills and thrills, lunches and lattes. Meet at 10:00 am (usually) for this ride. Rain cancels. For details join our email list and check the list archives if you missed the current information. You can also contact Mark Sapiro, (415) 388-8910, if you can't get the information from the list.
Meet at 9:00 am
This weekly ride often tours through West Marin, but sometimes travels to Napa, Sonoma, or Livermore, depending on the season. We have frequent regroups and usually stop for a real lunch, if it is available on the route. For this week's leader and route see our online calendar. The ride is usually posted in the calendar by Monday evening. Weather cancellations will also be updated on the calendar. If you don't have web access you can call Mark Nienberg at (510) 812-9312 for the information.
Leader: Mark Abrahams (510) 524-1294
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
See the listing for Tue Feb 6. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
Leader: Arleen Sakamoto
Leader: Kenneth Karda (510) 530-8389
Meet at 9:45 am for a 10:00 am start
Start Location: Berkeley - Aquatic Park Playground
We will ride to the Emeryville marina, then North on the Bay Trail for a clockwise loop to the Red Oak Victory Ship, Miller-Knox Park, Ferry Point Tunnel & lunch @ Little Louie's. There will be option to bypass the tunnel.
Leader: John Buenfil (925) 408-2360 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:15 am start
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
This month's Presto route: Morgan Territory https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26831823.
Meet and sign-in at 9:00, introductions at 9:15, then roll. The first 7.5 miles all pace groups ride together at a social pace...you'll ride with club members you might not see for the rest of the month. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. The pace groups are named after musical tempi: Largo, Adagio, Andante, Allegretto, and Presto. Click on the tempo for the exact route. More information about this ride, excluding route details, is posted on-line at http://www.grizz.org/rides/assr.php. Rain cancels. If weather is questionable, or for other questions, contact ASSR Coordinator John Buenfil. Leaders TBA.
Leader: Mark Abrahams (510) 524-1294
Meet at 8:30 am for a 8:35 am start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - north side
If the ASSR was rained out, then we will ride the usual Presto route of the month, but with no stop at Orinda BART and no all-club social segment. Your meetup choices are: (1) Spruce St & Grizzly Peak Blvd in Berkeley (meet 8:30am sharp, ready to ride; roll 8:35am); or (2) Wildcat & SPDR (be at the northeast corner, ready to ride, by 9:00am); or (3) arrive at Orinda BART on the 08:45 train, meet any other Prestos who were also on the train, and ride together to Wildcat/SPDR. If coming by BART, please RSVP so we'll know to wait a bit if the train is delayed.
This ride will happen only if the ASSR Presto was rained out (or significantly shortened) and if Sunday's weather is ok. To confirm, or if Sunday's weather is doubtful, contact ride leader by 9:00pm the night before — don't assume anything.
Leader: Arleen Sakamoto
Leader: Kenneth Karda (510) 530-8389
Meet at 9:45 am for a 10:00 am start
Start Location: Pleasant Hill BART
Let's get those tandem machines dusted off & rolling.
We will ride via Martinez, Benicia bridge, counter clockwise around Lake Herman, back to Benicia for a snack / lunch stop. Cyclists on single bikes are welcome.
Leader: Bill Bagnell (510) 504-5401 text
Meet at 8:20 am for a 8:30 am start
We'll start from the fire memorial at the foot of Tunnel Rd (not the firehouse on Skyline) at 9AM (not the usual 8:30). Same route we did in January.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26756218
RSVP with (if I don't have it) your mobile, emergency #, bike make/color.
The PoE (Peloton of Elders) ride now changes start location and route weekly. M-pace but depending on demand there may also be a TM option. Check the online ride calendar Monday evening for the week's start location, route and rain updates. Despite the name, cyclists of all ages are welcome. Email leader with name, mobile, emergency #, and bike make/color in advance. This speeds up the signin process.
Leader: Nick Umemoto (925) 335-3224
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - north side
Out and back to the top of Papa Bear. We'll head out on Wildcat Canyon Road, cross San Pablo Dam and climb Bear Creek Road to the top of Papa Bear. Please bring lights for this ride. Please set your rear tail light to steady and not blinking. 20% chance of rain (5-8PM) cancels ride. Regroup at Inspiration Point, San Pablo Dam Rd (east side) and top of Papa Bear. To contact me, please email.
Leader: Phil Morton (510) 852-9663
Meet at 10:00 am
Miles and smiles, hills and thrills, lunches and lattes. Meet at 10:00 am (usually) for this ride. Rain cancels. For details join our email list and check the list archives if you missed the current information. You can also contact Mark Sapiro, (415) 388-8910, if you can't get the information from the list.
Meet at 6:30 pm
Join us for a delicious pot luck dinner and program before the club's monthly business meeting.
Meet at 9:00 am
This weekly ride often tours through West Marin, but sometimes travels to Napa, Sonoma, or Livermore, depending on the season. We have frequent regroups and usually stop for a real lunch, if it is available on the route. For this week's leader and route see our online calendar. The ride is usually posted in the calendar by Monday evening. Weather cancellations will also be updated on the calendar. If you don't have web access you can call Mark Nienberg at (510) 812-9312 for the information.
Leader: Steve Tracy (510) 881-6042 text
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start
GPC Route: Occidental Loop
Start Location: Valley Ford
a loop from Valley Ford through Occidental and Duncan's Mills with optional side trips up Austin Creek and Bay Hill Rd. Terrain can be reduced to 3 by skipping Bay Hill. distance can be reduced to 38 by skipping Austin Creek. Leader will likely skip both but add 4 miles in an out and back to the overlook past Jenner.
Lunch in Duncan Mills. Print your own route sheet.
Leader: Steven Payne (210) 867-6728
Meet at 8:20 am for a 8:30 am start Rain Date: Sun Feb 18
Start Location: Oakland Firehouse at Colton and Snake
Pre-registration closed. You can sign in at the start.
Need to get back for lunch? This is the ride for you. It takes in some of the best roads in the Oakland hills. We'll head down Pinehurst, come back up Redwood and traverse along Skyline to the Oakland Zoo. We will loop back to the start via Campus Drive (this is a challenging hill, hence the "!" rating) and the beautiful Butters Canyon. (Route map: http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/1866669695)
Leader: Jim O'Melia (925) 262-3882
Leader: Dan Tonelli (510) 409-5145 text
Meet at 9:45 am for a 10:00 am start
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Nick Worthington will co-lead this ride.
Ride out to Pinole, along San Pablo Dam Road and Pinole Valley Road. Our goal is to get some riders who may cringe at riding the hilly 'bears route'; but who would like to do about 30 miles to maybe get back into riding again. Planned destination is the Bear Claw Cafe, a quaint, old-timey family bakery in downtown Pinole, with a visual historical treat in the alcove next to the building. Faster riders are welcome, too...just save me a Bear Claw! Bring a friend. Optional lunch at Orinda Square (Petra's Greek Cafe, Europa Hof-Brau, Nation's burgers, Subway, Peet's and Starbucks). https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14580950. Check out Social Biker Group on Facebook. Join free.
Leader: Steven Payne (210) 867-6728
Meet at 8:20 am for a 8:30 am start
See the listing for Sat Feb 17. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
Leader: Susan Jacobson
Leader: Michael Tigges (510) 220-0593 text
Meet at 8:45 am for a 9:00 am start
Start Location: Martinez Amtrak
Cruise to Davis from Martinez, with bailout option into Fairfield, return with Amtrak.
Meet 8:45 am Amtrak station in Martinez, Lv 9 am (Amtrak train arrives 8:28, or park in the station)
Cruise to Davis: leave Martinez, cross the Benicia bridge, along Lopes Rd, to Mankas Corner. After a brief lunch continue along Cherry Glen Rd, and Pleasants Valley Rd, optional coffee stop at Steady Eddy’s in Winters before final ride into Davis. Catch the train back to the Bay Area, or enjoy dinner first at nearby dining options. Trains leave Davis: 2:25, 4:10, 5:10, 5:55, 7:50 pm. Bring valid ID for train.
Leader: John Buenfil (925) 408-2360 text
Leader: Karen Street (510) 356-7081
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start Rain Date: Sun Feb 25
Start Location: Union City BART
We'll ride across the bridge, pretty, and at times a bit windy, then head north to Millbrae BART. On the peninsula, we will see estuary, urban, and park lands.
Leader: Bill Bagnell (510) 504-5401 text
Meet at 8:20 am for a 8:30 am start
Cancelled - it's too cold and windy.
The PoE (Peloton of Elders) ride now changes start location and route weekly. M-pace but depending on demand there may also be a TM option. Check the online ride calendar Monday evening for the week's start location, route and rain updates. Despite the name, cyclists of all ages are welcome. Email leader with name, mobile, emergency #, and bike make/color in advance. This speeds up the signin process.
Leader: Mark Abrahams (510) 524-1294
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start Rain Date: Thu Feb 22
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Develop your night time group riding skills. Route is Grizzly and Skyline as far as Roberts; regroup and reverse route. We will ride in full dark, so bring descent-worthy front and rear lights which you have set to solid — not blinking. Reflective gear is encouraged — anklebands, etc. Contact me in advance if you have questions about night riding. Inclement weather (rain; significant threat; or starting temps below 45 degrees) postpones. More ride info is at http://www.abriz.net/gpc/rad.html including current raindate status. Please read that page in full before your first RAD ride.
Leader: Phil Morton (510) 852-9663
Meet at 10:00 am
Miles and smiles, hills and thrills, lunches and lattes. Meet at 10:00 am (usually) for this ride. Rain cancels. For details join our email list and check the list archives if you missed the current information. You can also contact Mark Sapiro, (415) 388-8910, if you can't get the information from the list.
Meet at 9:00 am
This weekly ride often tours through West Marin, but sometimes travels to Napa, Sonoma, or Livermore, depending on the season. We have frequent regroups and usually stop for a real lunch, if it is available on the route. For this week's leader and route see our online calendar. The ride is usually posted in the calendar by Monday evening. Weather cancellations will also be updated on the calendar. If you don't have web access you can call Mark Nienberg at (510) 812-9312 for the information.
Leader: Rick Patterson (510) 978-1786 text
Meet at 5:00 pm for a 5:15 pm start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
This ride goes up Spruce and out Grizzly Peak and Skyline, then down Shepherd Canyon and back to North Berkeley Bart. Sun will be setting at 5:56. We will be riding in the dark, must BRING FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS.
We will all ride at a ‘social’ T pace from BART till the steep part of Spruce. Regroups at the top of Spruce, Grizzly Peak at South Park, the top of Shepherd Canyon and again at the bottom of Shepherd Canyon before the trip back to BART
Leader: Mark Abrahams (510) 524-1294
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
See the listing for Tue Feb 20. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
Leader: James Scott (510) 847-3948 text
Meet at 9:30 am
Start Location: San Rafael - Miller Creek Community Center
Ride goes over Lucas Valley to Nicassio, past the Cheese Factory, then over the Marshall Wall( the easier way, from the east) via Marshall-Petaluma Rd to lunch in Marshal. Return via Hwy.1, Pt. Reyes Station, Pt. Reyes-Petaluma Rd, Nicassio, and back over Lucas Valley. Ride is ID 129 in GPC Routes database, Miller Creek to Marshall,
Leader: Pat Greene (415) 481-5469 text
Meet at 10:00 am
Start Location: Union City BART
Meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Union City BART station by the ticket machines (Leaders plan to be on train arriving at 9:53). We'll cycle about 18 mostly flat miles from Union City BART, along Alameda Creek, and into Coyote Hills Regional Park (where there are a few hills). Bring binoculars and snacks, lunch, and water. Wear layers; helmets required. We will eat lunch at the Coyote Hills Visitor Center, and if birding along the creek is good, lunch will be late. After lunch, we'll cycle around the Coyote Hills where we sometimes pick up a few interesting birds. This ride is co-listed with Golden Gate Audubon (with Cathy Bleier as co-leader). Rain Cancels. If the weather is questionable, send your e-mail address to Pat, pjgreene@sonic.net, the night before the ride for updates.
Leader: Mark Sapiro (415) 515-8120 text
Meet at 9:30 am
GPC Route: Paradise Loop and Marin Headlands
Start Location: Mill Valley Safeway
We will ride around Paradise Drive and the Marin Headlands followed by Coffee, Tea, Cake and Ice Cream at Mark's house in honor of his birthday. Rain (30% or greater POP) will cancel the ride but not the party. Call for party details in the event of rain.
Leader: John Buenfil (925) 408-2360 text
Leader: Karen Street (510) 356-7081
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start
See the listing for Mon Feb 19. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
Leader: Bill Bagnell (510) 504-5401 text
Meet at 8:20 am for a 8:30 am start
NOTE CHANGED START TIME - NOW 09:00.
Weather looks good for Tuesday but of course, if it turns to rain, check here for a morning update. We'll start at the Fire Memorial (foot of Tunnel Rd) at 09:00 (gather 08:50) and do a route we did a few weeks ago to Pinole and the Bear Claw Bakery.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26756218
As usual, RSVP if coming and (if I don't have it) provide your mobile, emergency numbers, bike make and color.
The PoE (Peloton of Elders) ride now changes start location and route weekly. M-pace but depending on demand there may also be a TM option. Check the online ride calendar Monday evening for the week's start location, route and rain updates. Despite the name, cyclists of all ages are welcome. Email leader with name, mobile, emergency #, and bike make/color in advance. This speeds up the signin process.
Leader: Nick Umemoto (925) 335-3224
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - north side
Out and back to the top of Papa Bear. We'll head out on Wildcat Canyon Road, cross San Pablo Dam and climb Bear Creek Road to the top of Papa Bear. Please bring lights for this ride. Please set your rear tail light to steady and not blinking. 20% chance of rain (5-8PM) cancels ride. Regroup at Inspiration Point, San Pablo Dam Rd (east side) and top of Papa Bear. To contact me, please email.
Leader: Phil Morton (510) 852-9663
Meet at 10:00 am
Miles and smiles, hills and thrills, lunches and lattes. Meet at 10:00 am (usually) for this ride. Rain cancels. For details join our email list and check the list archives if you missed the current information. You can also contact Mark Sapiro, (415) 388-8910, if you can't get the information from the list.
This weekly ride often tours through West Marin, but sometimes travels to Napa, Sonoma, or Livermore, depending on the season. We have frequent regroups and usually stop for a real lunch, if it is available on the route. For this week's leader and route see our online calendar. The ride is usually posted in the calendar by Monday evening. Weather cancellations will also be updated on the calendar. If you don't have web access you can call Mark Nienberg at (510) 812-9312 for the information.
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Leader: Glenn Kirby
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Leader: Thomas Ayres
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Start Location:
Pleasant Hill BART
According to the Wikepedia, “Mount Diablo is sacred to many California Native American people; according to Miwok mythology, and Ohlone mythology, Mt Diablo was the point of creation”. Its magnetism is still felt today, specially among hikers, and cyclists; this may be explained also by looking into its volcanic origin, since the upper portion of the mountain is made up of volcanic and sedimentary deposits.
The Ascent involves a steep climb, 6 ½ miles up to the Junction, and 4 additional miles up to the Summit, therefore you need to feel comfortable about climbing, confident about descending, at ease with your bike, and follow the Safety Tips outlined by the Mount Diablo State Park (http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=517),
specifically for Drivers and Cyclists:
- Observe posted speed limits.
- Stay in your lane on blind curves and do not cut corners.
- Do not pass on double-yellow lines and until you have a clear view of oncoming traffic and it is safe to do so.
- Wearing headphones that cover both ears is illegal. Wear only one headphone if you have to.
Today, captivated for its majestic magnetism, we are going to start our bike ride from Pleasant Hill BART, and via some quiet, and flat residential streets we will arrive to North Gate Rd., where we will initiate our climb to the "Magic Mountain". At the Junction, we will REGROUP, and rest.
Some of us, will turn around, and descend, retracing our steps, and stopping at the Ygnacio Valley Shopping Center, at 1881 Ygnacio Valley Rd., in Walnut Creek, to have some lunch … There are a variety of cuisines to choose from.
Some others, after the Junction, will continue the climb, up to the Juniper Campground, or up to the Summit. Then, they will stop, as well, at the Ygnacio Valley Shopping Center, for lunch … where they will rejoin the rest of the group.
This ride is co-sponsored with the Bicycle Section of the San Francisco Bay Area Chaper of the Sierra Club.
Leader: Mark Abrahams
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Start Location:
Cotati - Gravenstein Hwy Park-&-Ride (Westside)
The route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26750350
This route is delightful, but the first 25 miles are quite hilly! Sonoma Mountain Rd followed by Trinity Rd eastbound — the hard direction. The rest of the day is rolling hills and valleys: Silverado Trail to Calistoga; on to Healdsburg, Westside Road, and then we'll work our way back to Cotati. Optional "liquid-high-carb regroup" a few miles before the end.
Be ready to ride at 8:05am — please arrive long enough in advance to get ready. Prompt 8:10am departure. Location: Cotati, Gravenstein Hwy Park-&-Ride, just west of Hwy 101. Restrooms are nearby (but if you might need the restroom, please arrive 10 minutes earlier). Be prepared for chilly morning weather. Bring lights in case of a later than planned return. Sunset is earlier than you expect. RSVP's are appreciated, for map count.
NWS PoPs 20% or more will likely postpone to Sunday. If weather is doubtful, contact ride leader by 9:00pm the night before or check the online listings for an update — don't assume anything.
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Start Location:
Loma Prieta School District Office
This ride could be called "Dessert Before Dinner", since it starts with a 10+ mile descent and finishes with a gentle climb of similar length. See: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/9130057 for the elevation profile and prelim route sheet. Directions: Take the Summit Rd. exit from Highway 17 South. Meet at the Loma Prieta School District Office on Summit Rd about 3 miles SE of the intersection of Summit and HWY 17. We'll stop for lunch at Cactus Corner in Corralitos.
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See the listing for Sat Feb 3. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
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Leader: Randy Glover
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Start Location:
Pleasant Hill BART
This is a good way to meet others in the club and for new riders to join in. No pressure to complete a long hilly ride. We'll keep this ride super friendly and on pace. Tandem and city bike friendly. Bring food or $ to buy and eat at the fabulous Draeger's Market or other great food spots in or around the plaza. All are welcome and anyone can join this ride. RSVP requested but not required to ride. Route Map and cue sheet at http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4189771. Check out Social Biker Group on Facebook, Join free.
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A short ride as leader has to get back early. Start at Redwood and Skyline at 8:30AM, Redwood, Pinehurst, Canyon, Moraga Way, SPDR, Wildcat, Grizzly, Skyline. 32 miles, 2,700 feet. There are plenty of opportunities to lengthen this ride if you want to. No rest stop planned.
The PoE (Peloton of Elders) ride now changes start location and route weekly. M-pace but depending on demand there may also be a TM option. Check the online ride calendar Monday evening for the week's start location, route and rain updates. Despite the name, cyclists of all ages are welcome. Email leader with name, mobile, emergency #, and bike make/color in advance. This speeds up the signin process.
Leader: Mark Abrahams
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Develop your night time group riding skills. Route is Grizzly and Skyline as far as Roberts; regroup and reverse route. We will ride in full dark, so bring descent-worthy front and rear lights which you have set to solid — not blinking. Reflective gear is encouraged — anklebands, etc. Contact me in advance if you have questions about night riding. Inclement weather (rain; significant threat; or starting temps below 45 degrees) postpones. More ride info is at http://www.abriz.net/gpc/rad.html including current raindate status. Please read that page in full before your first RAD ride.
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Miles and smiles, hills and thrills, lunches and lattes. Meet at 10:00 am (usually) for this ride. Rain cancels. For details join our email list and check the list archives if you missed the current information. You can also contact Mark Sapiro, (415) 388-8910, if you can't get the information from the list.
This weekly ride often tours through West Marin, but sometimes travels to Napa, Sonoma, or Livermore, depending on the season. We have frequent regroups and usually stop for a real lunch, if it is available on the route. For this week's leader and route see our online calendar. The ride is usually posted in the calendar by Monday evening. Weather cancellations will also be updated on the calendar. If you don't have web access you can call Mark Nienberg at (510) 812-9312 for the information.
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See the listing for Tue Feb 6. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
Leader: Kenneth Karda
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Aquatic Park Playground
We will ride to the Emeryville marina, then North on the Bay Trail for a clockwise loop to the Red Oak Victory Ship, Miller-Knox Park, Ferry Point Tunnel & lunch @ Little Louie's. There will be option to bypass the tunnel.
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Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
This month's Presto route: Morgan Territory https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26831823.
Meet and sign-in at 9:00, introductions at 9:15, then roll. The first 7.5 miles all pace groups ride together at a social pace...you'll ride with club members you might not see for the rest of the month. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. The pace groups are named after musical tempi: Largo, Adagio, Andante, Allegretto, and Presto. Click on the tempo for the exact route. More information about this ride, excluding route details, is posted on-line at http://www.grizz.org/rides/assr.php. Rain cancels. If weather is questionable, or for other questions, contact ASSR Coordinator John Buenfil. Leaders TBA.
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - north side
If the ASSR was rained out, then we will ride the usual Presto route of the month, but with no stop at Orinda BART and no all-club social segment. Your meetup choices are: (1) Spruce St & Grizzly Peak Blvd in Berkeley (meet 8:30am sharp, ready to ride; roll 8:35am); or (2) Wildcat & SPDR (be at the northeast corner, ready to ride, by 9:00am); or (3) arrive at Orinda BART on the 08:45 train, meet any other Prestos who were also on the train, and ride together to Wildcat/SPDR. If coming by BART, please RSVP so we'll know to wait a bit if the train is delayed.
This ride will happen only if the ASSR Presto was rained out (or significantly shortened) and if Sunday's weather is ok. To confirm, or if Sunday's weather is doubtful, contact ride leader by 9:00pm the night before — don't assume anything.
Leader: Kenneth Karda
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Start Location:
Pleasant Hill BART
Let's get those tandem machines dusted off & rolling.
We will ride via Martinez, Benicia bridge, counter clockwise around Lake Herman, back to Benicia for a snack / lunch stop. Cyclists on single bikes are welcome.
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We'll start from the fire memorial at the foot of Tunnel Rd (not the firehouse on Skyline) at 9AM (not the usual 8:30). Same route we did in January.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26756218
RSVP with (if I don't have it) your mobile, emergency #, bike make/color.
The PoE (Peloton of Elders) ride now changes start location and route weekly. M-pace but depending on demand there may also be a TM option. Check the online ride calendar Monday evening for the week's start location, route and rain updates. Despite the name, cyclists of all ages are welcome. Email leader with name, mobile, emergency #, and bike make/color in advance. This speeds up the signin process.
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - north side
Out and back to the top of Papa Bear. We'll head out on Wildcat Canyon Road, cross San Pablo Dam and climb Bear Creek Road to the top of Papa Bear. Please bring lights for this ride. Please set your rear tail light to steady and not blinking. 20% chance of rain (5-8PM) cancels ride. Regroup at Inspiration Point, San Pablo Dam Rd (east side) and top of Papa Bear. To contact me, please email.
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Miles and smiles, hills and thrills, lunches and lattes. Meet at 10:00 am (usually) for this ride. Rain cancels. For details join our email list and check the list archives if you missed the current information. You can also contact Mark Sapiro, (415) 388-8910, if you can't get the information from the list.
Join us for a delicious pot luck dinner and program before the club's monthly business meeting.
This weekly ride often tours through West Marin, but sometimes travels to Napa, Sonoma, or Livermore, depending on the season. We have frequent regroups and usually stop for a real lunch, if it is available on the route. For this week's leader and route see our online calendar. The ride is usually posted in the calendar by Monday evening. Weather cancellations will also be updated on the calendar. If you don't have web access you can call Mark Nienberg at (510) 812-9312 for the information.
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GPC Route:
Occidental Loop
Start Location:
Valley Ford
a loop from Valley Ford through Occidental and Duncan's Mills with optional side trips up Austin Creek and Bay Hill Rd. Terrain can be reduced to 3 by skipping Bay Hill. distance can be reduced to 38 by skipping Austin Creek. Leader will likely skip both but add 4 miles in an out and back to the overlook past Jenner.
Lunch in Duncan Mills. Print your own route sheet.
Leader: Steven Payne
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Start Location:
Oakland Firehouse at Colton and Snake
Pre-registration closed. You can sign in at the start.
Need to get back for lunch? This is the ride for you. It takes in some of the best roads in the Oakland hills. We'll head down Pinehurst, come back up Redwood and traverse along Skyline to the Oakland Zoo. We will loop back to the start via Campus Drive (this is a challenging hill, hence the "!" rating) and the beautiful Butters Canyon. (Route map: http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/1866669695)
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Leader: Dan Tonelli
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Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Nick Worthington will co-lead this ride.
Ride out to Pinole, along San Pablo Dam Road and Pinole Valley Road. Our goal is to get some riders who may cringe at riding the hilly 'bears route'; but who would like to do about 30 miles to maybe get back into riding again. Planned destination is the Bear Claw Cafe, a quaint, old-timey family bakery in downtown Pinole, with a visual historical treat in the alcove next to the building. Faster riders are welcome, too...just save me a Bear Claw! Bring a friend. Optional lunch at Orinda Square (Petra's Greek Cafe, Europa Hof-Brau, Nation's burgers, Subway, Peet's and Starbucks). https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14580950. Check out Social Biker Group on Facebook. Join free.
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See the listing for Sat Feb 17. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
Leader: Michael Tigges
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Start Location:
Martinez Amtrak
Cruise to Davis from Martinez, with bailout option into Fairfield, return with Amtrak.
Meet 8:45 am Amtrak station in Martinez, Lv 9 am (Amtrak train arrives 8:28, or park in the station)
Cruise to Davis: leave Martinez, cross the Benicia bridge, along Lopes Rd, to Mankas Corner. After a brief lunch continue along Cherry Glen Rd, and Pleasants Valley Rd, optional coffee stop at Steady Eddy’s in Winters before final ride into Davis. Catch the train back to the Bay Area, or enjoy dinner first at nearby dining options. Trains leave Davis: 2:25, 4:10, 5:10, 5:55, 7:50 pm. Bring valid ID for train.
Leader: John Buenfil
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Leader: Karen Street
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Start Location:
Union City BART
We'll ride across the bridge, pretty, and at times a bit windy, then head north to Millbrae BART. On the peninsula, we will see estuary, urban, and park lands.
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Cancelled - it's too cold and windy.
The PoE (Peloton of Elders) ride now changes start location and route weekly. M-pace but depending on demand there may also be a TM option. Check the online ride calendar Monday evening for the week's start location, route and rain updates. Despite the name, cyclists of all ages are welcome. Email leader with name, mobile, emergency #, and bike make/color in advance. This speeds up the signin process.
Leader: Mark Abrahams
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Develop your night time group riding skills. Route is Grizzly and Skyline as far as Roberts; regroup and reverse route. We will ride in full dark, so bring descent-worthy front and rear lights which you have set to solid — not blinking. Reflective gear is encouraged — anklebands, etc. Contact me in advance if you have questions about night riding. Inclement weather (rain; significant threat; or starting temps below 45 degrees) postpones. More ride info is at http://www.abriz.net/gpc/rad.html including current raindate status. Please read that page in full before your first RAD ride.
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Miles and smiles, hills and thrills, lunches and lattes. Meet at 10:00 am (usually) for this ride. Rain cancels. For details join our email list and check the list archives if you missed the current information. You can also contact Mark Sapiro, (415) 388-8910, if you can't get the information from the list.
This weekly ride often tours through West Marin, but sometimes travels to Napa, Sonoma, or Livermore, depending on the season. We have frequent regroups and usually stop for a real lunch, if it is available on the route. For this week's leader and route see our online calendar. The ride is usually posted in the calendar by Monday evening. Weather cancellations will also be updated on the calendar. If you don't have web access you can call Mark Nienberg at (510) 812-9312 for the information.
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
This ride goes up Spruce and out Grizzly Peak and Skyline, then down Shepherd Canyon and back to North Berkeley Bart. Sun will be setting at 5:56. We will be riding in the dark, must BRING FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS.
We will all ride at a ‘social’ T pace from BART till the steep part of Spruce. Regroups at the top of Spruce, Grizzly Peak at South Park, the top of Shepherd Canyon and again at the bottom of Shepherd Canyon before the trip back to BART
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See the listing for Tue Feb 20. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
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Start Location:
San Rafael - Miller Creek Community Center
Ride goes over Lucas Valley to Nicassio, past the Cheese Factory, then over the Marshall Wall( the easier way, from the east) via Marshall-Petaluma Rd to lunch in Marshal. Return via Hwy.1, Pt. Reyes Station, Pt. Reyes-Petaluma Rd, Nicassio, and back over Lucas Valley. Ride is ID 129 in GPC Routes database, Miller Creek to Marshall,
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Start Location:
Union City BART
Meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Union City BART station by the ticket machines (Leaders plan to be on train arriving at 9:53). We'll cycle about 18 mostly flat miles from Union City BART, along Alameda Creek, and into Coyote Hills Regional Park (where there are a few hills). Bring binoculars and snacks, lunch, and water. Wear layers; helmets required. We will eat lunch at the Coyote Hills Visitor Center, and if birding along the creek is good, lunch will be late. After lunch, we'll cycle around the Coyote Hills where we sometimes pick up a few interesting birds. This ride is co-listed with Golden Gate Audubon (with Cathy Bleier as co-leader). Rain Cancels. If the weather is questionable, send your e-mail address to Pat, pjgreene@sonic.net, the night before the ride for updates.
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GPC Route:
Paradise Loop and Marin Headlands
Start Location:
Mill Valley Safeway
We will ride around Paradise Drive and the Marin Headlands followed by Coffee, Tea, Cake and Ice Cream at Mark's house in honor of his birthday. Rain (30% or greater POP) will cancel the ride but not the party. Call for party details in the event of rain.
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Leader: Karen Street
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See the listing for Mon Feb 19. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
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NOTE CHANGED START TIME - NOW 09:00.
Weather looks good for Tuesday but of course, if it turns to rain, check here for a morning update. We'll start at the Fire Memorial (foot of Tunnel Rd) at 09:00 (gather 08:50) and do a route we did a few weeks ago to Pinole and the Bear Claw Bakery.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26756218
As usual, RSVP if coming and (if I don't have it) provide your mobile, emergency numbers, bike make and color.
The PoE (Peloton of Elders) ride now changes start location and route weekly. M-pace but depending on demand there may also be a TM option. Check the online ride calendar Monday evening for the week's start location, route and rain updates. Despite the name, cyclists of all ages are welcome. Email leader with name, mobile, emergency #, and bike make/color in advance. This speeds up the signin process.
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Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - north side
Out and back to the top of Papa Bear. We'll head out on Wildcat Canyon Road, cross San Pablo Dam and climb Bear Creek Road to the top of Papa Bear. Please bring lights for this ride. Please set your rear tail light to steady and not blinking. 20% chance of rain (5-8PM) cancels ride. Regroup at Inspiration Point, San Pablo Dam Rd (east side) and top of Papa Bear. To contact me, please email.
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Miles and smiles, hills and thrills, lunches and lattes. Meet at 10:00 am (usually) for this ride. Rain cancels. For details join our email list and check the list archives if you missed the current information. You can also contact Mark Sapiro, (415) 388-8910, if you can't get the information from the list.
| February 2018 Ride Statistics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Weekday | Weekend | Total |
| 22 | 11 | 33 |