Ride Schedule for February 2026
Leader: Lillian Beckwith (412) 801-2934 text
Leader: Alyssa Tennant (310) 488-9484 text
Leader: Kaela Lee (503) 516-4734 text
Meet at 9:45 am for a 10:00 am start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Posting this ride to celebrate my (Lillian's) last ride in the east bay before moving to the east coast! I find the thursday night T-pace ride is a quintessential east bay ride, and thus a perfect farewell to the bay.
We'll go up Spruce to Grizzly Peak and Skyline, then turn right to head down Shepherd's Canyon and ride back through Montclair and via the Lake Temescal bike path. On our way back we'll stop for pizza at Nick's (about 2.5 miles from N Berkeley bart or 0.5 miles from Ashby bart).
I'd love for anyone to join!
Meet at 9:45am for a 10am start at North Berkeley Bart
Leader: Zachary Williams (415) 218-3195 text
Leader: Tony Perez (510) 334-9105 text
Leader: Steve Winter (510) 551-5566 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Emeryville - Opposite IKEA
Pre-registration
Join us for the Treasure Island lap, starting at the Bay Bridge base of the Alex Zuckermann bike path. This ride features shorter regroups, a faster T-pace, and sparkling city skylines. Expect one short, steep descent and a challenging half-mile climb off the island (7-10% grade). Ride ends with optional food and drinks at Bay Street or Wondrous Brewing Company. Bring lights and warm layers.
Leader: Brian Blum
Meet at 10:00 am
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Mandatory pre-registration
Quiet roads and trail riding in Tilden Park. A no drop ride.
Leader: Nick Umemoto
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Pre-registration
Thanks for pre-registering, see you this evening.
Join us for a Tuesday evening ride climbing South Park 2x. The pace is open to T, TM, and faster ( approximately 1.5 - 3 watts/kg body weight) cyclists. The ride will be in the dark so please bring good lights. This ride will be on paved roads (10.3 miles, 1,617 feet elevation gain). Rain cancels.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49073068
Meet by the water fountain at the plaza:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rtr1sPipU6hjQxKR6
Please pre-register by 3:30PM day of ride or it may be canceled. Check for website updates by 4PM day of ride.
Leader: Paul Fogel (510) 593-8402
Leader: Christine Kerr (510) 501-6451 text
Leader: John Kerr (510) 207-3493 text
Meet at 10:30 am for a 10:45 am start
GPC Route: Delta Birding
Start Location: Isleton Main Street
Pre-registration
Please see the updated information - in bold in the description.
At the ride start is a public parking lot with a public restroom nearby. This ride will meet up with Pat Greene's/Chris Witt's shorter version at Staten Island Road. Because of bridge construction, we have updated the route to an out and back; please use this Ride with GPS linK: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49558046
Lunch is at the Cosumnes River Preserve Visitor Center on Franklin Road. Most people bring their own, but it is possible to buy lunch in Thornton. There is a Subway just after crossing under Interstate 5 at Thorton Rd near the Chevron station.
Weather: Right now, NOAA predicts 53°F at the start and a high of 63. But if the sky cover/fog lingers expect colder temps. If you plan to spend time birding, you will not generate as much heat as you would on a vigorous ride. LAYER UP! Speaking of FOG: no rain is predicted, but various models predict variable amounts of fog. Heavy fog could cancel this ride, but for now, because of the fog prediction, we have delayed the meeting and departure times by 30 minutes: meet at 10:30, leave at 10:45.
Please preregister.
Leader: Pat Greene (415) 481-5469 text
Leader: Chris Witt
Meet at 11:00 am for a 11:15 am start
Start Location: Staten Island Road
Pre-registration
Franklin Road is closed between Desmond and Twin Cities. Use this RideWithGPS route https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53880358 It is the same route as the second route below; but this iteration is in the GPC library so you can print cue sheets if you want.
Feb 2--Fog forecasts call for morning fog, afternoon sun. Let's start the ride later than listed; meet at 11:00 for 11:15 start.
Please preregister!
Note the somewhat later than usual meeting time and ride start to accommodate long drive and give fog a little extra time to clear.
Riders encouraged to bring their own binoculars or spotting scopes.
We love cycling in the Delta in a this time of year because of the many thousands of birds that come to spend the winter. Even if you don't stop much and use optics, the sight of Sandhill Cranes, sometimes dancing, but always impressive; large flocks of white geese and dark geese in the air and on the ground; and the sounds they make as they communicate with each other are mesmerizing. If you do stop, you may also see Tundra Swans, many kinds of ducks, raptors, and a variety of other birds.
Let's meet on Staten Island Road and do a 25 mile loop (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38563999) so we have time to linger at the birding hot spots; Staten Island Road to near the end of the pavement; the wetlands across from the Cosumnes Visitor Center where we may need to leave our bikes briefly; Desmond Road; and any place we see great gatherings of birds.
Doing the 25 loop allows us to ride through historic Locke and to stop at Mel's Mocha and Ice Cream in Walnut Grove. In my experience, the most troublesome traffic on Twin Cities Road lasts only ~1 mile between Franklin Road and the I 5 entrance. I would skip the loop only if I have spent too much time and energy birding and want/need to get back to the car directly (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45635541). This route is almost out and back but takes some farm roads to avoid traffic on N Walnut Grove Road.
Meeting Place: To get to the Staten Island meeting place, turn R, off Walnut Grove Road and go ~0.2 mi. There is a 'wide spot' in the road parking lot and a seasonal porta-potty. Please carpool to conserve parking.
Lunch: Lunch is at the Cosumnes River Preserve Visitor Center on Franklin Road. Most people bring their own, but it is possible to buy lunch in Thornton.
Weather: Right now, NOAA predicts 53°F at the start and a high of 63. But if the sky cover/fog lingers expect colder temps. If you plan to spend time birding, you will not generate as much heat as you would on a vigorous ride. LAYER UP! Speaking of FOG: no rain is predicted, but various models predict variable amounts of fog. Heavy fog could cancel this ride.
Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith (415) 212-8451 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
This weeks route We'll aim to end the ride at cheese board by 7:30 as a send off for Naor on his travels so I made this one a little shorter. We might cut off a little more if we are running late.
The route will vary week to week but we always start at El Cerrito Plaza BART. I have upgraded this ride to TM to better reflect sorts of riders which typically show up. I will continue riding at the same pace that I always have and we will continue to have frequent regroups so don't let the new pace deter you from showing up. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections often up hill or flat, but expect some short bumpy descents in the dark.
Leader: Rick Patterson (510) 978-1786 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
This ride will start with the TM pace ride at El Cerrito Plaza BART. We will ride a similar route to start but at slower T pace. This will be a no drop ride good for riders new to gravel riding or just want to ride at a more chill pace. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections will be fire roads with two sections of singletrack at the end. We will have regular regroups and there will be an option to skip the singletrack sections at the end of the ride.
Leader: Mark Nienberg (510) 812-9312 text
Meet at 9:30 am
GPC Route: Loop around Mt Tam
Start Location: Piper Park
Pre-registration
From Piper Park (water and rest rooms), we ride the back roads to Fairfax. Then over White Hill to Woodacre, Sam P Taylor, Platform Bridge, and Pt Reyes Station (mile 25) for snacks. Then south to Stinson Beach for lunch (mile 42). Continue south on Hwy 1 to the climb through Muir Woods and the descent into Mill Valley. Final climb over Camino Alto and return to Piper Park via the bike path.
If there is an event at Piper Park and you can't find a spot, park around the corner on Larkspur Plaza Drive. It's uncommon, but it has happened.
This ride sometimes has a faster group (more like M pace) and a regular TM group. The groups come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. Arrive by the meeting time if you don't want to chase.
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Leader: Abigail Cotton (949) 929-3714 text
Leader: Steve Winter (510) 551-5566 text
Leader: Joel Ager (510) 418-6462
Meet at 5:20 pm for a 5:30 pm start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Please join us for the weekly South Park repeats ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We’ll head up Virginia St and Spruce to Spruce/Grizzly Peak for our first regroup, then head out along Wildcat Canyon to South Park Rd. From there, we’ll climb South Park, descend, and climb it again as many times as the mood strikes us (usually two times is enough, but individual riders can shorten or lengthen the ride as desired). South Park is closed to cars starting November 1st, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete two round trip ascents up South Park then back to N Berkeley Bart, expect about 2,300 feet of elevation gain. This is a great way to stay in shape over the winter!
NOTE: This is a night ride. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels the ride. Please contact ride leaders with any questions.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48934095
Leader: Mike Wood (708) 539-9663 text
Leader: Drew U (510) 290-0615 text
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
GPC Route: CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location: Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
Leader: Mark Abrahams (510) 524-1294
Meet at 8:30 am for a 8:35 am start
Start Location: Rockridge BART
Pre-registration
Meet, ready to ride, 08:30. Prompt departure 08:35. From Rockridge BART we'll ride via Pinehurst, Redwood, and Castro Valley to Palomares Road and Sunol. Return via Danville, Moraga, etc. To power us through the latter part of the ride we'll have a sit-down lunch in either Pleasanton or Dublin (t.b.d.)
The route is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53898328. It shows the little detours for both lunch options, but we will choose just one.
There are many options to shorten, including:
-- Pinehurst-Redwood loop only; or
-- Out to Golf Course (or Castro Valley) and back; or
-- Return via Norris Cyn, Danville, etc; or
-- Finish at West Dublin/Pleasanton BART (approx mile 51 of the route); or
-- Finish at Lafayette BART (approx mile 71 of the route).
Pre-registration is much appreciated.
Leader: Siu Mak
Leader: Ian Cha (510) 909-9007 text
Leader: Kit Wong (917) 660-0229
Meet at 8:45 am for a 9:00 am start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Join our cafe ride over the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge for croissant and hot cocoa at Marin Country Mart. New riders and beginners are welcome! This is a NO-DROP ride with plenty of stops.
Most of the route is on dedicated bike path. Watch out for train tracks in Richmond. We are also riding over the new Gilman bike and pedestrian bridge.
Updated route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38019355
Leader: Cree T. Cobb (209) 202-9846 text
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start
Start Location: West Dublin Pleasanton BART
Pre-registration
Calaveras Reservoir, light traffic on this road, from West Dublin/Pleasanton Bart Station. Meet in Stoneridge Mall parking lot just outside Bart station around 1000 or so for a 1015ish start depending on Bart. Bart arrival shows 948 am. It’s out and back so you can do the full route of 50 miles, going down The Wall to Ed Levin Park or turn around before it to avoid climbing back up The Wall. Bring a snack or food for halfway of route. For more miles and climbing you can go up Kilkare Hill in Sunol. Stops: Sunol Park for restrooms, mile 9, on the way out and Sunol Corners market which has great food, mile 41, on the way back. I've had coconut before but mostly get the sausage. Like a little farmers market. Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51416094
Leader: Steph Bike Leader
Meet at 10:00 am
GPC Route: China Camp from Point Richmond
Start Location: Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline
Pre-registration
Get a ride in and still make it home in time for kick-off. We'll meet at Miller Knox park in Pt Richmond, jump on the Richmond Bridge very quickly, and then do a loop around China Camp. The leader is borrowing MJ's ridewithgps sheet, but will be showing people a short-cut immediately after the bridge which makes it a little easier to get out to Pt San Pedro Road, and which does involve a very short hard-packed dirt section along the water (I have one other short-cut after the Marin Civic Center, but that one involves a seriously steep, if short, climb up to the bike path -- we'll discuss whether people are up for it or not once we're out there). No lunch stop planned, but we will take at least one break at one of the parking areas/restrooms in China Camp, so bring whatever snacks you want. The ride is actually more like 1500 feet; RWGPS does not have elevation data for the RSR bridge. Come get in a ride before settling in for the football or the commercials. Contact leader via email if necessary. Advance registration appreciated.
Leader: Zachary Williams (415) 218-3195 text
Leader: Tony Perez (510) 334-9105 text
Leader: Steve Winter (510) 551-5566 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Emeryville - Opposite IKEA
Pre-registration
Join us for the Treasure Island lap, starting at the Bay Bridge base of the Alex Zuckermann bike path. This ride features shorter regroups, a faster T-pace, and sparkling city skylines. Expect one short, steep descent and a challenging half-mile climb off the island (7-10% grade). Ride ends with optional food and drinks at Bay Street or Wondrous Brewing Company. Bring lights and warm layers.
Leader: brian blum (707) 737-4125 text
Meet at 9:50 am for a 10:00 am start
Start Location: North Berkeley Library
Mandatory pre-registration
Canceled due to forecast rain.
Meet at 9:50 leave at 10:00 sharp. This is a short hard ride, regrouping at top of Spruce, Wildcat Canyon Rd and El Toyonal Rd, Orinda Theater 10 minutes max(restroom, food water both directions) and at downtown Lafayette. El Toyonal is optional. Expect to be back around 12:30. Select El Toyonal if you feel strong and do not mind a short section of gravel or return via Camino Pablo to Wildcat Canyon rd. The group will rejoin at El Toyonal Rd and Wildcat Canyon Rd.
Leader: Nick Umemoto
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Pre-registration
Ride Canceled due to rain
Join us for a Tuesday evening ride climbing South Park 2x. The pace is open to T, TM, and faster ( approximately 1.5 - 3 watts/kg body weight) cyclists. The ride will be in the dark so please bring good lights. This ride will be on paved roads (10.3 miles, 1,617 feet elevation gain). Rain cancels.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49073068
Meet by the water fountain at the plaza:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rtr1sPipU6hjQxKR6
Please pre-register by 3:30PM day of ride or it may be canceled. Check for website updates by 4PM day of ride.
Leader: Rita Tidwell (510) 691-3894 text
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start
GPC Route: Nicasio to Marshall
Start Location: Nicasio
Pre-registration
RIDE IS CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN AND COLD
Hi everyone, weather does not look good but if forecast changes - we will do the standard counter-clockwise Marshall loop and enjoy the green hillsides after all the recent rains. We will meet at 10am in Nicasio and ride past the Cheese Factory and then up and over the Marshall Wall to Marshall for lunch. The Marshall store is closed but the seating area is open so you can bring your lunch to enjoy by Tomales Bay or continue onto Pt Reyes Station. Bring layers. Return via Highway 1 to Pt Reyes Station for treats and warm beverages before returning to Nicasio.
Watch for weather updates
Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith (415) 212-8451 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
Ride is canceled due to Rain. If you still holding out hope for it to clear up tomorrow Rick's ride hasn't been cancelled yet.
The route will vary week to week but we always start at El Cerrito Plaza BART. I have upgraded this ride to TM to better reflect sorts of riders which typically show up. I will continue riding at the same pace that I always have and we will continue to have frequent regroups so don't let the new pace deter you from showing up. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections often up hill or flat, but expect some short bumpy descents in the dark.
Leader: Rick Patterson (510) 978-1786 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
Ride is cancelled due to rain.
This ride will start with the TM pace ride at El Cerrito Plaza BART. This will be a no drop ride good for riders new to gravel riding or just want to ride at a more chill pace. It is recommended to have 32mm or bigger tires. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections will be fire roads with two sections of singletrack at the end. We will have regular regroups and there will be an option to skip the singletrack sections at the end of the ride.
Meet at 6:45 pm for a 7:00 pm start
Join the club's virtual monthly business meeting at 7:00 pm. Optional social time from 6:45 pm to 7:00 pm. Check your email for an announcement with the agenda and details of how to join the meeting.
Leader: Mark Nienberg (510) 812-9312 text
Meet at 9:30 am Rain Date: Fri Feb 13
GPC Route: Marinwood to Petaluma via Spring Hill
Start Location: San Rafael - Marinwood Community Center
Pre-registration
Sunny day expected. Ride is on!
It looks like there will be a break in the weather for Thursday, but check back here just in case. If rain threatens, the ride will be postponed to Friday.
From Miller Creek we'll ride through Nicasio, Hick's Valley, and Chileno Valley. Then into Petaluma on the beautifully paved Spring Hill Road for lunch at Ray's Deli & Tavern (mile 42). Return via Red Hill.
Shorten the ride to 49 miles by meeting us in Nicasio, probably about 10:20.
There is sometimes a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. Arrive by the meeting time if you don't want to chase.
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Leader: Abigail Cotton (949) 929-3714 text
Leader: Steve Winter (510) 551-5566 text
Leader: Joel Ager (510) 418-6462
Meet at 5:20 pm for a 5:30 pm start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Please join us for the weekly South Park repeats ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We’ll head up Virginia St and Spruce to Spruce/Grizzly Peak for our first regroup, then head out along Wildcat Canyon to South Park Rd. From there, we’ll climb South Park, descend, and climb it again as many times as the mood strikes us (usually two times is enough, but individual riders can shorten or lengthen the ride as desired). South Park is closed to cars starting November 1st, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete two round trip ascents up South Park then back to N Berkeley Bart, expect about 2,300 feet of elevation gain. This is a great way to stay in shape over the winter!
NOTE: This is a night ride. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels the ride. Please contact ride leaders with any questions.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48934095
Leader: Mike Wood (708) 539-9663 text
Leader: Drew U (510) 290-0615 text
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
GPC Route: CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location: Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
Leader: Mark Nienberg (510) 812-9312 text
Meet at 9:30 am
See the listing for Thu Feb 12. If that ride was rained out, we will try again today. Contact the ride leader if you aren't sure.
Leader: Geoffrey Shannon (925) 348-5067 text
Leader: Ken Karda (510) 530-8389
Meet at 9:45 am for a 10:00 am start
Start Location: Brickyard Cove, Berkeley
Pre-registration
We will ride to the Emeryville marina, then North on the Bay Trail for a clockwise loop to the Red Oak Victory Ship, Miller-Knox Park, bypass the Ferry Point Tunnel, & lunch @ Little Louie's. There will be an option to ride thru the tunnel.
Leader: Nancy Oh (925) 984-4471 text
Leader: Jim O'Melia (925) 804-1855 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:20 am start
GPC Route: ASSR - LT - Lamorinda CCW
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
On the second Saturday of each month you simply roll out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, head to the Orinda BART station for our All-Club ASSR ride and sign in for your choice of routes. Sign up here for an LT-paced ride! Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website. This is a NO DROP ride with cafe stop at Philz in Lafayette.
Leader: Olivier Chaine (310) 980-4096 text
Leader: David Madson (415) 722-5885 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:20 am start
GPC Route: ASSR - T - Dublin / Redwood Rd
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
On the second Saturday of each month you simply roll out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, head to the Orinda BART station for our All-Club ASSR ride and sign in for your choice of routes. Sign up here for a T-paced ride! Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website.
Now that Redwood Road is open, let's do this route through Dublin and Redwood Road. This is a NO DROP ride. Although we plan a lunch stop at Golf Course, the wait for the food from that restaurant could take too long. It is advised to grab a sandwich or bagel from the Danville stop and carry it with you to Golf Course.
Leader: Ian Cha (510) 909-9007 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:20 am start
GPC Route: ASSR - TM (short) - Golf Course
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
On the second Saturday of each month you simply roll out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, head to the Orinda BART station for our All-Club ASSR ride and sign in for your choice of routes. Sign up here for a TM-paced ride! Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website.
Leader: Terri Bimes (510) 697-1400
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:20 am start
GPC Route: ASSR - TM (long) - Diablo Junction
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
On the second Saturday of each month you simply roll out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, head to the Orinda BART station for our All-Club ASSR ride and sign in for your choice of routes. Sign up here for a TM-paced ride! Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website.
Meet at 9:00 am for a 9:20 am start
GPC Route: ASSR - M - Rockville
Start Location: Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
On the second Saturday of each month you simply roll out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, head to the Orinda BART station for our All-Club ASSR ride and sign in for your choice of routes. Sign up here for an M-paced ride! Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website.
Leader: Adele Madelo (510) 773-0693 text
Meet at 9:45 am for a 9:55 am start
Start Location: SF - Ferry Building Front
Pre-registration
Rain is still projected throughout the day. Ride is canceled. Check you al later!
This ride was rained out in December. Trying this RWGPS route again.
Description:
-Bring lunch or buy at Ferry Building (ride start). --> Presidio via North Point Street. From Presidio drop down onto Arguello. Go through GGP-->Great Highway. Rest stop @ vintage bathroom at 48th & Taraval. Jig-jag to Sloat. Go past Stern Grove and into St. Francis Wood. Lunch @ fountains (mile 17).
-After lunch up Portola. Down O'Shaughnessy along Glen Canyon, past Glen Park BART (possible out (mi 20) if you're pressed for time). R on Alemany --> southern SF towards SB Mountain. (Option to climb SB Mountain; hopefully others will want to, too.) Drop back down into SF via Guadelupe Cyn and Carter (watch cars). Go along Crocker Amazon Playground, R back on Alemany, back towards GP, but towards the Mission. R on Bosworth from Lyell and L on Milton--> San Jose Ave (protected bike lane). Jig-jag to Valencia. R on 22nd towards Potrero Hill. From Bryant, R on 17th past neighborhood parks and eventually along the bay to return to Ferry Building.
Leader: Zachary Williams (415) 218-3195 text
Leader: Tony Perez (510) 334-9105 text
Leader: Steve Winter (510) 551-5566 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Emeryville - Opposite IKEA
Pre-registration
Join us for the Treasure Island lap, starting at the Bay Bridge base of the Alex Zuckermann bike path. This ride features shorter regroups, a faster T-pace, and sparkling city skylines. Expect one short, steep descent and a challenging half-mile climb off the island (7-10% grade). Ride ends with optional food and drinks at Bay Street or Wondrous Brewing Company. Bring lights and warm layers.
Leader: brian blum
Meet at 10:00 am
Start Location: North Berkeley Library
Mandatory pre-registration closed. Do not show up if unregistered!
Ride is canceled due to rain.
Very pleasant ride with little traffic. Plan a 3 hour pace with 3 stops along the way for rest room eating and regrouping.
Leader: Nick Umemoto
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Pre-registration
Ride Canceled
Join us for a Tuesday evening ride climbing South Park 2x. The pace is open to T, TM, and faster ( approximately 1.5 - 3 watts/kg body weight) cyclists. The ride will be in the dark so please bring good lights. This ride will be on paved roads (10.3 miles, 1,617 feet elevation gain). Rain cancels.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49073068
Meet by the water fountain at the plaza:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rtr1sPipU6hjQxKR6
Please pre-register by 3:30PM day of ride or it may be canceled. Check for website updates by 4PM day of ride.
Leader: Steve Tracy
Meet at 9:50 am for a 10:00 am start
GPC Route: Carquinez Loop Clockwise via Bay Trail
Start Location: Pinole Valley Park
Pre-registration
Bump to 1 hour LATER; meet 10:50, ride 11:00 as forecast then partly sunny below 30% precip in Pinole
Least rainy day this week, let’s ride. Bay Trail from Pinole past Rodeo, food stop at Luigi’s in Martinez. Low 50s, high views
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start
Pre-registration
See Steve’s ride for today. Note modification of start time.
Miles and smiles, hills and thrills, lunches and lattes. This listing will be updated when the route and leader have been determined, usually by Monday evening. Meet at 10:00 am (usually) for this ride. Rain cancels. You can also join our web forum and check the forum archives for the current information.
Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith (415) 212-8451 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
Giving the trails some time to dry. Ride is cancelled.
The route will vary week to week but we always start at El Cerrito Plaza BART. I have upgraded this ride to TM to better reflect sorts of riders which typically show up. I will continue riding at the same pace that I always have and we will continue to have frequent regroups so don't let the new pace deter you from showing up. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections often up hill or flat, but expect some short bumpy descents in the dark.
Leader: Rick Patterson (510) 978-1786 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
The ride is cancelled due to wet trails.
This ride will start with the TM pace ride at El Cerrito Plaza BART. This will be a no drop ride good for riders new to gravel riding or just want to ride at a more chill pace. It is recommended to have 32mm or bigger tires. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections will be fire roads with two sections of singletrack at the end. We will have regular regroups and there will be an option to skip the singletrack sections at the end of the ride.
Leader: Mark Nienberg (510) 812-9312 text
Meet at 9:30 am
Overnight rain sets up a very cold and windy Thursday. This ride is cancelled.
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. This listing will be updated when the route and leader have been determined, usually by Monday evening. Status updates for weather cancellations will also be posted on the schedule.
There is sometimes a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. Faster riders should feel free to push on after lunch. Just tell the leader first.
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Leader: Abigail Cotton (949) 929-3714 text
Leader: Steve Winter (510) 551-5566 text
Leader: Joel Ager (510) 418-6462
Meet at 5:20 pm for a 5:30 pm start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Please join us for the weekly South Park repeats ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We’ll head up Virginia St and Spruce to Spruce/Grizzly Peak for our first regroup, then head out along Wildcat Canyon to South Park Rd. From there, we’ll climb South Park, descend, and climb it again as many times as the mood strikes us (usually two times is enough, but individual riders can shorten or lengthen the ride as desired). South Park is closed to cars starting November 1st, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete two round trip ascents up South Park then back to N Berkeley Bart, expect about 2,300 feet of elevation gain. This is a great way to stay in shape over the winter!
NOTE: This is a night ride. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels the ride. Please contact ride leaders with any questions.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48934095
Leader: Mike Wood (708) 539-9663 text
Leader: Drew U (510) 290-0615 text
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
GPC Route: CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location: Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
Leader: Mark Abrahams (510) 524-1294
Meet at 1:30 pm for a 1:35 pm start
Start Location: Rockridge BART
Pre-registration
We have a short break between rainstorms -- Let's make the most of it!
Meet, ready to ride, 1:30pm. Prompt departure 1:35. From Rockridge BART we'll ride via Tunnel, Pinehurst, and Redwood to Redwood Canyon Golf Course. Return via Redwood and Skyline. Sundown is approximately 5:50pm so we should return in daylight. But please bring lights just in case.
Preregistration appreciated: I need at least one signup by Noon on Friday or else I'll bypass Rockridge Bart.
Let me know (by 8:00pm Thu) if you want a RWGPS route sheet ... as these are all familiar local roads I'm not sure if anyone will.
Leader: Mary Ann Jawili (661) 343-5737 text
Meet at 9:30 am for a 9:45 am start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
[RWGPS route] My favorite local ride when I want to get in the miles but not climb much. Bridges, trails, views. Lots of quick regroups to keep us together, but the only lunch and restroom stop is at Mile 27. Note that this a T-pace ride. Stronger riders are welcome; please respect the regroups. Slower riders must be self-sufficient in case they are dropped.
Leader: Brian Blum
Meet at 9:00 am
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Mandatory pre-registration
Ride w GPS says 2000 feet of climbing but google maps says 1400 feet of climbing?
Leader: Zachary Williams (415) 218-3195 text
Leader: Tony Perez (510) 334-9105 text
Leader: Steve Winter (510) 551-5566 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Emeryville - Opposite IKEA
Pre-registration
Join us for the Treasure Island lap, starting at the Bay Bridge base of the Alex Zuckermann bike path. This ride features shorter regroups, a faster T-pace, and sparkling city skylines. Expect one short, steep descent and a challenging half-mile climb off the island (7-10% grade). Ride ends with optional food and drinks at Bay Street or Wondrous Brewing Company. Bring lights and warm layers.
Leader: Nick Umemoto
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Pre-registration
Ride canceled
Join us for a Tuesday evening ride climbing South Park 2x. The pace is open to T, TM, and faster ( approximately 1.5 - 3 watts/kg body weight) cyclists. The ride will be in the dark so please bring good lights. This ride will be on paved roads (10.3 miles, 1,617 feet elevation gain). Rain cancels.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49073068
Meet by the water fountain at the plaza:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rtr1sPipU6hjQxKR6
Please pre-register by 3:30PM day of ride or it may be canceled. Check for website updates by 4PM day of ride.
Leader: Cheney Hu (832) 341-9157 text
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start Rain Date: Thu Feb 26
GPC Route: Vacaville to Winters CCW Loop
Start Location: Lagoon Valley Park
Pre-registration
Per several weather sites, rain chances after 10am are below 10% so we are good to go (even if we see a few drops on the drive out there). See you there.
Counterclockwise loop.
Start at Lagoon Valley Park. Parking costs $5 (at least that's the amount last time) - can pay with cash or credit card at machine, or use ParkMobile app. Bathrooms available.
Lunch at Winters (buy or bring your own) - bathrooms available there too.
Ride back to Lagoon Valley via Putah Creek and Pleasants Valley Roads.
Given the rainouts the last two weeks, setting Thursday as a rain date as a backup to double our chances of getting the ride in.
Leader: Fletcher Stump Smith (415) 212-8451 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
Ride is canceled due to wet weather
The route will vary week to week but we always start at El Cerrito Plaza BART. I have upgraded this ride to TM to better reflect sorts of riders which typically show up. I will continue riding at the same pace that I always have and we will continue to have frequent regroups so don't let the new pace deter you from showing up. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections often up hill or flat, but expect some short bumpy descents in the dark.
Leader: Rick Patterson (510) 978-1786 text
Meet at 5:25 pm for a 5:35 pm start
Start Location: El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
Today’s ride is cancelled due to wet trails.
This ride will start with the TM pace ride at El Cerrito Plaza BART. This will be a no drop ride good for riders new to gravel riding, training for the GPC Gravel Century, or just want to ride at a more chill pace. It is recommended to have 32mm or bigger tires. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections will be fire roads with two sections of singletrack at the end. We will have regular regroups and there will be an option to skip the singletrack sections at the end of the ride.
Leader: Mark Nienberg (510) 812-9312 text
Meet at 9:30 am
GPC Route: Rockville, Winters, Berryessa loop
Start Location: Rockville Bike shop
Pre-registration
A warm day is predicted. Maybe 70 degrees in Winters. Counterclockwise loop from Rockville to Winters for lunch, then return via Hwy 128 (Lake Berryessa, the Glory Hole, Cardiac Hill) and Hwy 121 to Wooden Valley. This version adds Gordon Valley on the return which usually has less headwind and traffic than staying on Wooden Valley.
Park way in the back of the parking lot, not in front of any of the businesses.
There is sometimes a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. We will start riding when everyone who arrived by the meeting time is ready. If you arrive after the meeting time you may have to chase.
Leader: Cheney Hu (832) 341-9157 text
Meet at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start
Rode Wednesday so no Thursday rain date needed.
Leader: Anne Schonfield (510) 851-4749 text
Leader: Abigail Cotton (949) 929-3714 text
Leader: Steve Winter (510) 551-5566 text
Leader: Joel Ager (510) 418-6462
Meet at 5:20 pm for a 5:30 pm start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Please join us for the weekly South Park repeats ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We’ll head up Virginia St and Spruce to Spruce/Grizzly Peak for our first regroup, then head out along Wildcat Canyon to South Park Rd. From there, we’ll climb South Park, descend, and climb it again as many times as the mood strikes us (usually two times is enough, but individual riders can shorten or lengthen the ride as desired). South Park is closed to cars starting November 1st, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete two round trip ascents up South Park then back to N Berkeley Bart, expect about 2,300 feet of elevation gain. This is a great way to stay in shape over the winter!
NOTE: This is a night ride. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels the ride. Please contact ride leaders with any questions.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48934095
Leader: Mike Wood (708) 539-9663 text
Leader: Drew U (510) 290-0615 text
Meet at 5:30 pm for a 5:35 pm start
GPC Route: CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location: Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
Leader: Mary Ann Jawili (661) 343-5737 text
Meet at 8:00 am for a 8:05 am start
Start Location: North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Sorry, I need to cancel the ride for personal reasons.
[RWGPS route] Kick off the weekend with a short but sweet roll by bike! </pun> Shortbread Rides are short (~10-mile) rides to bakeries one Friday a month. The ride ends at the bakery. For this Shortbread Ride, we'll visit Mey Cafe & Bakery. I will bring a lock to share with up to two other bikes. I plan to be at the bakery for no more than 30 minutes before heading back home.
Leader: Brian Blum
Meet at 10:00 am
Start Location: Mill Valley - Public Safety Buildings
Mandatory pre-registration
Mill Valley has the Mill Valley Swirl, frozen yogurt and ice cream made with organic dairy products from Strauss. We hope some of you will check it out.
The route is here, the summit is not on the cue sheet; the out and back adds ~8 miles and ~800 feet climbing.
Notes for the cue sheet: Mile 9.1-Regroup at Fairfax Police Station/Town Hall. Restrooms/water. (or some may stop at the coffee shop at the Bolinas Road intersection). Mile 19.2 Informal regroup at Bolinas Road/Ridgecrest intersection, Mile ~22.5 Regroup, Lunch, hidden picnic tables west of the road. Mile 23-Turn left for optional trip to the summit, also porta-potties. Mile 30.9 Turn right on Miller, go one block and cross the street to reach the Mill Valley Swirl, at 417 Miller.
Bring lunch, and substantial snacks since lunch is at ~22 miles.
Be prepared for warm temps and fog incursions—wear layers, and don’t leave home without your windbreaker.
PLEASE PREREGISTER before Wednesday 6PM or ride may be canceled. I can carpool with another bike and rider.
Because these rides are being scraped and publicly available through google search my phone number is not listed but if you log into the GPC website my contact information is available by searching the membership list.
Leader: Claire Northall (925) 421-5334 text
Meet at 8:45 am for a 9:00 am start
Start Location: McNears Beach
Pre-registration
This 45-mile route combines two popular loops close to home. Begin at McNear’s Beach in San Rafael where there are bathrooms and free parking. From here, we will begin a counterclockwise loop around China Camp State Park, cut through the city of San Rafael and make our way towards Paradise Drive. Lunch will be at mile 27 in Tiburon’s shoreline-park- with- a- view next to the Angel Island Ferry Terminal and Café Acri. After lunch we will complete the Paradise loop and head back to McNear’s Beach via Point San Pedro road. A special bonus for the contemplative and the loquacious is breathtaking outdoor seating at Andy’s Market near the end of our journey (mile 43). Consider stopping for a cool beverage and end-of-the-ride conversation with your Grizzly bike buddies.
Leader: Adele Madelo (510) 773-0693 text
Meet at 9:30 am for a 9:45 am start
Start Location: SF - Ferry Building Front
Pre-registration
Third time's a charm. Listing this ride yet again and going by the weather instead of the date. This ride, originally listed as TSR, is still as follows:
--> Presidio via North Point Street. From Presidio drop down onto Arguello. Go through GGP-->Great Highway. Rest stop @ vintage bathroom at 48th & Taraval. Jig-jag to Sloat. Go past Stern Grove and into St. Francis Wood. Lunch @ fountain (mile 17).
-After lunch up Portola. Down O'Shaughnessy along Glen Canyon, past Glen Park BART (possible out (mi 20) if you're pressed for time). R on Alemany --> southern SF towards SB Mountain. (Option to climb SB Mountain; hopefully others will want to, too.) Drop back down into SF via Guadelupe Cyn and Carter (watch cars). Go along Crocker Amazon Playground, R back on Alemany, back towards GP, but towards the Mission. R on Bosworth from Lyell and L on Milton--> San Jose Ave (protected bike lane). Jig-jag to Valencia. R on 22nd towards Potrero Hill. From Bryant, R on 17th past neighborhood parks and eventually along the bay to return to Ferry Building.
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Leader: Alyssa Tennant
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Leader: Kaela Lee
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
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Posting this ride to celebrate my (Lillian's) last ride in the east bay before moving to the east coast! I find the thursday night T-pace ride is a quintessential east bay ride, and thus a perfect farewell to the bay.
We'll go up Spruce to Grizzly Peak and Skyline, then turn right to head down Shepherd's Canyon and ride back through Montclair and via the Lake Temescal bike path. On our way back we'll stop for pizza at Nick's (about 2.5 miles from N Berkeley bart or 0.5 miles from Ashby bart).
I'd love for anyone to join!
Meet at 9:45am for a 10am start at North Berkeley Bart
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Leader: Tony Perez
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Leader: Steve Winter
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Start Location:
Emeryville - Opposite IKEA
Pre-registration
Join us for the Treasure Island lap, starting at the Bay Bridge base of the Alex Zuckermann bike path. This ride features shorter regroups, a faster T-pace, and sparkling city skylines. Expect one short, steep descent and a challenging half-mile climb off the island (7-10% grade). Ride ends with optional food and drinks at Bay Street or Wondrous Brewing Company. Bring lights and warm layers.
Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Mandatory pre-registration
Quiet roads and trail riding in Tilden Park. A no drop ride.
Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Pre-registration
Thanks for pre-registering, see you this evening.
Join us for a Tuesday evening ride climbing South Park 2x. The pace is open to T, TM, and faster ( approximately 1.5 - 3 watts/kg body weight) cyclists. The ride will be in the dark so please bring good lights. This ride will be on paved roads (10.3 miles, 1,617 feet elevation gain). Rain cancels.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49073068
Meet by the water fountain at the plaza:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rtr1sPipU6hjQxKR6
Please pre-register by 3:30PM day of ride or it may be canceled. Check for website updates by 4PM day of ride.
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Leader: Christine Kerr
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Leader: John Kerr
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GPC Route:
Delta Birding
Start Location:
Isleton Main Street
Pre-registration
Please see the updated information - in bold in the description.
At the ride start is a public parking lot with a public restroom nearby. This ride will meet up with Pat Greene's/Chris Witt's shorter version at Staten Island Road. Because of bridge construction, we have updated the route to an out and back; please use this Ride with GPS linK: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49558046
Lunch is at the Cosumnes River Preserve Visitor Center on Franklin Road. Most people bring their own, but it is possible to buy lunch in Thornton. There is a Subway just after crossing under Interstate 5 at Thorton Rd near the Chevron station.
Weather: Right now, NOAA predicts 53°F at the start and a high of 63. But if the sky cover/fog lingers expect colder temps. If you plan to spend time birding, you will not generate as much heat as you would on a vigorous ride. LAYER UP! Speaking of FOG: no rain is predicted, but various models predict variable amounts of fog. Heavy fog could cancel this ride, but for now, because of the fog prediction, we have delayed the meeting and departure times by 30 minutes: meet at 10:30, leave at 10:45.
Please preregister.
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Leader: Chris Witt
Start Location:
Staten Island Road
Pre-registration
Franklin Road is closed between Desmond and Twin Cities. Use this RideWithGPS route https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53880358 It is the same route as the second route below; but this iteration is in the GPC library so you can print cue sheets if you want.
Feb 2--Fog forecasts call for morning fog, afternoon sun. Let's start the ride later than listed; meet at 11:00 for 11:15 start.
Please preregister!
Note the somewhat later than usual meeting time and ride start to accommodate long drive and give fog a little extra time to clear.
Riders encouraged to bring their own binoculars or spotting scopes.
We love cycling in the Delta in a this time of year because of the many thousands of birds that come to spend the winter. Even if you don't stop much and use optics, the sight of Sandhill Cranes, sometimes dancing, but always impressive; large flocks of white geese and dark geese in the air and on the ground; and the sounds they make as they communicate with each other are mesmerizing. If you do stop, you may also see Tundra Swans, many kinds of ducks, raptors, and a variety of other birds.
Let's meet on Staten Island Road and do a 25 mile loop (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38563999) so we have time to linger at the birding hot spots; Staten Island Road to near the end of the pavement; the wetlands across from the Cosumnes Visitor Center where we may need to leave our bikes briefly; Desmond Road; and any place we see great gatherings of birds.
Doing the 25 loop allows us to ride through historic Locke and to stop at Mel's Mocha and Ice Cream in Walnut Grove. In my experience, the most troublesome traffic on Twin Cities Road lasts only ~1 mile between Franklin Road and the I 5 entrance. I would skip the loop only if I have spent too much time and energy birding and want/need to get back to the car directly (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45635541). This route is almost out and back but takes some farm roads to avoid traffic on N Walnut Grove Road.
Meeting Place: To get to the Staten Island meeting place, turn R, off Walnut Grove Road and go ~0.2 mi. There is a 'wide spot' in the road parking lot and a seasonal porta-potty. Please carpool to conserve parking.
Lunch: Lunch is at the Cosumnes River Preserve Visitor Center on Franklin Road. Most people bring their own, but it is possible to buy lunch in Thornton.
Weather: Right now, NOAA predicts 53°F at the start and a high of 63. But if the sky cover/fog lingers expect colder temps. If you plan to spend time birding, you will not generate as much heat as you would on a vigorous ride. LAYER UP! Speaking of FOG: no rain is predicted, but various models predict variable amounts of fog. Heavy fog could cancel this ride.
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
This weeks route We'll aim to end the ride at cheese board by 7:30 as a send off for Naor on his travels so I made this one a little shorter. We might cut off a little more if we are running late.
The route will vary week to week but we always start at El Cerrito Plaza BART. I have upgraded this ride to TM to better reflect sorts of riders which typically show up. I will continue riding at the same pace that I always have and we will continue to have frequent regroups so don't let the new pace deter you from showing up. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections often up hill or flat, but expect some short bumpy descents in the dark.
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
This ride will start with the TM pace ride at El Cerrito Plaza BART. We will ride a similar route to start but at slower T pace. This will be a no drop ride good for riders new to gravel riding or just want to ride at a more chill pace. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections will be fire roads with two sections of singletrack at the end. We will have regular regroups and there will be an option to skip the singletrack sections at the end of the ride.
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GPC Route:
Loop around Mt Tam
Start Location:
Piper Park
Pre-registration
From Piper Park (water and rest rooms), we ride the back roads to Fairfax. Then over White Hill to Woodacre, Sam P Taylor, Platform Bridge, and Pt Reyes Station (mile 25) for snacks. Then south to Stinson Beach for lunch (mile 42). Continue south on Hwy 1 to the climb through Muir Woods and the descent into Mill Valley. Final climb over Camino Alto and return to Piper Park via the bike path.
If there is an event at Piper Park and you can't find a spot, park around the corner on Larkspur Plaza Drive. It's uncommon, but it has happened.
This ride sometimes has a faster group (more like M pace) and a regular TM group. The groups come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. Arrive by the meeting time if you don't want to chase.
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Leader: Abigail Cotton
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Leader: Steve Winter
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Leader: Joel Ager
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Please join us for the weekly South Park repeats ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We’ll head up Virginia St and Spruce to Spruce/Grizzly Peak for our first regroup, then head out along Wildcat Canyon to South Park Rd. From there, we’ll climb South Park, descend, and climb it again as many times as the mood strikes us (usually two times is enough, but individual riders can shorten or lengthen the ride as desired). South Park is closed to cars starting November 1st, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete two round trip ascents up South Park then back to N Berkeley Bart, expect about 2,300 feet of elevation gain. This is a great way to stay in shape over the winter!
NOTE: This is a night ride. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels the ride. Please contact ride leaders with any questions.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48934095
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Leader: Drew U
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GPC Route:
CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location:
Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
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Start Location:
Rockridge BART
Pre-registration
Meet, ready to ride, 08:30. Prompt departure 08:35. From Rockridge BART we'll ride via Pinehurst, Redwood, and Castro Valley to Palomares Road and Sunol. Return via Danville, Moraga, etc. To power us through the latter part of the ride we'll have a sit-down lunch in either Pleasanton or Dublin (t.b.d.)
The route is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53898328. It shows the little detours for both lunch options, but we will choose just one.
There are many options to shorten, including:
-- Pinehurst-Redwood loop only; or
-- Out to Golf Course (or Castro Valley) and back; or
-- Return via Norris Cyn, Danville, etc; or
-- Finish at West Dublin/Pleasanton BART (approx mile 51 of the route); or
-- Finish at Lafayette BART (approx mile 71 of the route).
Pre-registration is much appreciated.
Leader: Ian Cha
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Leader: Kit Wong
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
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Join our cafe ride over the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge for croissant and hot cocoa at Marin Country Mart. New riders and beginners are welcome! This is a NO-DROP ride with plenty of stops.
Most of the route is on dedicated bike path. Watch out for train tracks in Richmond. We are also riding over the new Gilman bike and pedestrian bridge.
Updated route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38019355
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Start Location:
West Dublin Pleasanton BART
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Calaveras Reservoir, light traffic on this road, from West Dublin/Pleasanton Bart Station. Meet in Stoneridge Mall parking lot just outside Bart station around 1000 or so for a 1015ish start depending on Bart. Bart arrival shows 948 am. It’s out and back so you can do the full route of 50 miles, going down The Wall to Ed Levin Park or turn around before it to avoid climbing back up The Wall. Bring a snack or food for halfway of route. For more miles and climbing you can go up Kilkare Hill in Sunol. Stops: Sunol Park for restrooms, mile 9, on the way out and Sunol Corners market which has great food, mile 41, on the way back. I've had coconut before but mostly get the sausage. Like a little farmers market. Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51416094
GPC Route:
China Camp from Point Richmond
Start Location:
Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline
Pre-registration
Get a ride in and still make it home in time for kick-off. We'll meet at Miller Knox park in Pt Richmond, jump on the Richmond Bridge very quickly, and then do a loop around China Camp. The leader is borrowing MJ's ridewithgps sheet, but will be showing people a short-cut immediately after the bridge which makes it a little easier to get out to Pt San Pedro Road, and which does involve a very short hard-packed dirt section along the water (I have one other short-cut after the Marin Civic Center, but that one involves a seriously steep, if short, climb up to the bike path -- we'll discuss whether people are up for it or not once we're out there). No lunch stop planned, but we will take at least one break at one of the parking areas/restrooms in China Camp, so bring whatever snacks you want. The ride is actually more like 1500 feet; RWGPS does not have elevation data for the RSR bridge. Come get in a ride before settling in for the football or the commercials. Contact leader via email if necessary. Advance registration appreciated.
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Leader: Tony Perez
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Leader: Steve Winter
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Start Location:
Emeryville - Opposite IKEA
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Join us for the Treasure Island lap, starting at the Bay Bridge base of the Alex Zuckermann bike path. This ride features shorter regroups, a faster T-pace, and sparkling city skylines. Expect one short, steep descent and a challenging half-mile climb off the island (7-10% grade). Ride ends with optional food and drinks at Bay Street or Wondrous Brewing Company. Bring lights and warm layers.
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Start Location:
North Berkeley Library
Mandatory pre-registration
Canceled due to forecast rain.
Meet at 9:50 leave at 10:00 sharp. This is a short hard ride, regrouping at top of Spruce, Wildcat Canyon Rd and El Toyonal Rd, Orinda Theater 10 minutes max(restroom, food water both directions) and at downtown Lafayette. El Toyonal is optional. Expect to be back around 12:30. Select El Toyonal if you feel strong and do not mind a short section of gravel or return via Camino Pablo to Wildcat Canyon rd. The group will rejoin at El Toyonal Rd and Wildcat Canyon Rd.
Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Pre-registration
Ride Canceled due to rain
Join us for a Tuesday evening ride climbing South Park 2x. The pace is open to T, TM, and faster ( approximately 1.5 - 3 watts/kg body weight) cyclists. The ride will be in the dark so please bring good lights. This ride will be on paved roads (10.3 miles, 1,617 feet elevation gain). Rain cancels.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49073068
Meet by the water fountain at the plaza:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rtr1sPipU6hjQxKR6
Please pre-register by 3:30PM day of ride or it may be canceled. Check for website updates by 4PM day of ride.
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GPC Route:
Nicasio to Marshall
Start Location:
Nicasio
Pre-registration
RIDE IS CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN AND COLD
Hi everyone, weather does not look good but if forecast changes - we will do the standard counter-clockwise Marshall loop and enjoy the green hillsides after all the recent rains. We will meet at 10am in Nicasio and ride past the Cheese Factory and then up and over the Marshall Wall to Marshall for lunch. The Marshall store is closed but the seating area is open so you can bring your lunch to enjoy by Tomales Bay or continue onto Pt Reyes Station. Bring layers. Return via Highway 1 to Pt Reyes Station for treats and warm beverages before returning to Nicasio.
Watch for weather updates
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
Ride is canceled due to Rain. If you still holding out hope for it to clear up tomorrow Rick's ride hasn't been cancelled yet.
The route will vary week to week but we always start at El Cerrito Plaza BART. I have upgraded this ride to TM to better reflect sorts of riders which typically show up. I will continue riding at the same pace that I always have and we will continue to have frequent regroups so don't let the new pace deter you from showing up. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections often up hill or flat, but expect some short bumpy descents in the dark.
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
Ride is cancelled due to rain.
This ride will start with the TM pace ride at El Cerrito Plaza BART. This will be a no drop ride good for riders new to gravel riding or just want to ride at a more chill pace. It is recommended to have 32mm or bigger tires. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections will be fire roads with two sections of singletrack at the end. We will have regular regroups and there will be an option to skip the singletrack sections at the end of the ride.
Join the club's virtual monthly business meeting at 7:00 pm. Optional social time from 6:45 pm to 7:00 pm. Check your email for an announcement with the agenda and details of how to join the meeting.
Leader: Mark Nienberg
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GPC Route:
Marinwood to Petaluma via Spring Hill
Start Location:
San Rafael - Marinwood Community Center
Pre-registration
Sunny day expected. Ride is on!
It looks like there will be a break in the weather for Thursday, but check back here just in case. If rain threatens, the ride will be postponed to Friday.
From Miller Creek we'll ride through Nicasio, Hick's Valley, and Chileno Valley. Then into Petaluma on the beautifully paved Spring Hill Road for lunch at Ray's Deli & Tavern (mile 42). Return via Red Hill.
Shorten the ride to 49 miles by meeting us in Nicasio, probably about 10:20.
There is sometimes a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. Arrive by the meeting time if you don't want to chase.
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Leader: Abigail Cotton
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Leader: Steve Winter
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Leader: Joel Ager
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Please join us for the weekly South Park repeats ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We’ll head up Virginia St and Spruce to Spruce/Grizzly Peak for our first regroup, then head out along Wildcat Canyon to South Park Rd. From there, we’ll climb South Park, descend, and climb it again as many times as the mood strikes us (usually two times is enough, but individual riders can shorten or lengthen the ride as desired). South Park is closed to cars starting November 1st, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete two round trip ascents up South Park then back to N Berkeley Bart, expect about 2,300 feet of elevation gain. This is a great way to stay in shape over the winter!
NOTE: This is a night ride. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels the ride. Please contact ride leaders with any questions.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48934095
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Leader: Drew U
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GPC Route:
CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location:
Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
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See the listing for Thu Feb 12. 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: Ken Karda
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Start Location:
Brickyard Cove, Berkeley
Pre-registration
We will ride to the Emeryville marina, then North on the Bay Trail for a clockwise loop to the Red Oak Victory Ship, Miller-Knox Park, bypass the Ferry Point Tunnel, & lunch @ Little Louie's. There will be an option to ride thru the tunnel.
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Leader: Jim O'Melia
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GPC Route:
ASSR - LT - Lamorinda CCW
Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
On the second Saturday of each month you simply roll out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, head to the Orinda BART station for our All-Club ASSR ride and sign in for your choice of routes. Sign up here for an LT-paced ride! Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website. This is a NO DROP ride with cafe stop at Philz in Lafayette.
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Leader: David Madson
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GPC Route:
ASSR - T - Dublin / Redwood Rd
Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
On the second Saturday of each month you simply roll out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, head to the Orinda BART station for our All-Club ASSR ride and sign in for your choice of routes. Sign up here for a T-paced ride! Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website.
Now that Redwood Road is open, let's do this route through Dublin and Redwood Road. This is a NO DROP ride. Although we plan a lunch stop at Golf Course, the wait for the food from that restaurant could take too long. It is advised to grab a sandwich or bagel from the Danville stop and carry it with you to Golf Course.
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GPC Route:
ASSR - TM (short) - Golf Course
Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
On the second Saturday of each month you simply roll out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, head to the Orinda BART station for our All-Club ASSR ride and sign in for your choice of routes. Sign up here for a TM-paced ride! Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website.
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Leader: Anne Schonfield
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GPC Route:
ASSR - TM (long) - Diablo Junction
Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
On the second Saturday of each month you simply roll out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, head to the Orinda BART station for our All-Club ASSR ride and sign in for your choice of routes. Sign up here for a TM-paced ride! Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website.
ASSR - M - Rockville
Start Location:
Orinda BART NW corner of parking lot
Pre-registration
On the second Saturday of each month you simply roll out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, head to the Orinda BART station for our All-Club ASSR ride and sign in for your choice of routes. Sign up here for an M-paced ride! Meet at 9:00 for socializing and introductions. After that, we split into five separate pace groups. See more information about this ride on our website.
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Start Location:
SF - Ferry Building Front
Pre-registration
Rain is still projected throughout the day. Ride is canceled. Check you al later!
This ride was rained out in December. Trying this RWGPS route again.
Description:
-Bring lunch or buy at Ferry Building (ride start). --> Presidio via North Point Street. From Presidio drop down onto Arguello. Go through GGP-->Great Highway. Rest stop @ vintage bathroom at 48th & Taraval. Jig-jag to Sloat. Go past Stern Grove and into St. Francis Wood. Lunch @ fountains (mile 17).
-After lunch up Portola. Down O'Shaughnessy along Glen Canyon, past Glen Park BART (possible out (mi 20) if you're pressed for time). R on Alemany --> southern SF towards SB Mountain. (Option to climb SB Mountain; hopefully others will want to, too.) Drop back down into SF via Guadelupe Cyn and Carter (watch cars). Go along Crocker Amazon Playground, R back on Alemany, back towards GP, but towards the Mission. R on Bosworth from Lyell and L on Milton--> San Jose Ave (protected bike lane). Jig-jag to Valencia. R on 22nd towards Potrero Hill. From Bryant, R on 17th past neighborhood parks and eventually along the bay to return to Ferry Building.
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Leader: Tony Perez
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Leader: Steve Winter
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Start Location:
Emeryville - Opposite IKEA
Pre-registration
Join us for the Treasure Island lap, starting at the Bay Bridge base of the Alex Zuckermann bike path. This ride features shorter regroups, a faster T-pace, and sparkling city skylines. Expect one short, steep descent and a challenging half-mile climb off the island (7-10% grade). Ride ends with optional food and drinks at Bay Street or Wondrous Brewing Company. Bring lights and warm layers.
Start Location:
North Berkeley Library
Mandatory pre-registration closed. Do not show up if unregistered!
Ride is canceled due to rain.
Very pleasant ride with little traffic. Plan a 3 hour pace with 3 stops along the way for rest room eating and regrouping.
Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Pre-registration
Ride Canceled
Join us for a Tuesday evening ride climbing South Park 2x. The pace is open to T, TM, and faster ( approximately 1.5 - 3 watts/kg body weight) cyclists. The ride will be in the dark so please bring good lights. This ride will be on paved roads (10.3 miles, 1,617 feet elevation gain). Rain cancels.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49073068
Meet by the water fountain at the plaza:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rtr1sPipU6hjQxKR6
Please pre-register by 3:30PM day of ride or it may be canceled. Check for website updates by 4PM day of ride.
GPC Route:
Carquinez Loop Clockwise via Bay Trail
Start Location:
Pinole Valley Park
Pre-registration
Bump to 1 hour LATER; meet 10:50, ride 11:00 as forecast then partly sunny below 30% precip in Pinole
Least rainy day this week, let’s ride. Bay Trail from Pinole past Rodeo, food stop at Luigi’s in Martinez. Low 50s, high views
See Steve’s ride for today. Note modification of start time.
Miles and smiles, hills and thrills, lunches and lattes. This listing will be updated when the route and leader have been determined, usually by Monday evening. Meet at 10:00 am (usually) for this ride. Rain cancels. You can also join our web forum and check the forum archives for the current information.
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
Giving the trails some time to dry. Ride is cancelled.
The route will vary week to week but we always start at El Cerrito Plaza BART. I have upgraded this ride to TM to better reflect sorts of riders which typically show up. I will continue riding at the same pace that I always have and we will continue to have frequent regroups so don't let the new pace deter you from showing up. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections often up hill or flat, but expect some short bumpy descents in the dark.
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
The ride is cancelled due to wet trails.
This ride will start with the TM pace ride at El Cerrito Plaza BART. This will be a no drop ride good for riders new to gravel riding or just want to ride at a more chill pace. It is recommended to have 32mm or bigger tires. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections will be fire roads with two sections of singletrack at the end. We will have regular regroups and there will be an option to skip the singletrack sections at the end of the ride.
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Overnight rain sets up a very cold and windy Thursday. This ride is cancelled.
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. This listing will be updated when the route and leader have been determined, usually by Monday evening. Status updates for weather cancellations will also be posted on the schedule.
There is sometimes a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. Faster riders should feel free to push on after lunch. Just tell the leader first.
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Leader: Abigail Cotton
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Leader: Steve Winter
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Leader: Joel Ager
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Please join us for the weekly South Park repeats ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We’ll head up Virginia St and Spruce to Spruce/Grizzly Peak for our first regroup, then head out along Wildcat Canyon to South Park Rd. From there, we’ll climb South Park, descend, and climb it again as many times as the mood strikes us (usually two times is enough, but individual riders can shorten or lengthen the ride as desired). South Park is closed to cars starting November 1st, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete two round trip ascents up South Park then back to N Berkeley Bart, expect about 2,300 feet of elevation gain. This is a great way to stay in shape over the winter!
NOTE: This is a night ride. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels the ride. Please contact ride leaders with any questions.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48934095
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Leader: Drew U
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GPC Route:
CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location:
Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
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Start Location:
Rockridge BART
Pre-registration
We have a short break between rainstorms -- Let's make the most of it!
Meet, ready to ride, 1:30pm. Prompt departure 1:35. From Rockridge BART we'll ride via Tunnel, Pinehurst, and Redwood to Redwood Canyon Golf Course. Return via Redwood and Skyline. Sundown is approximately 5:50pm so we should return in daylight. But please bring lights just in case.
Preregistration appreciated: I need at least one signup by Noon on Friday or else I'll bypass Rockridge Bart.
Let me know (by 8:00pm Thu) if you want a RWGPS route sheet ... as these are all familiar local roads I'm not sure if anyone will.
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
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[RWGPS route] My favorite local ride when I want to get in the miles but not climb much. Bridges, trails, views. Lots of quick regroups to keep us together, but the only lunch and restroom stop is at Mile 27. Note that this a T-pace ride. Stronger riders are welcome; please respect the regroups. Slower riders must be self-sufficient in case they are dropped.
Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Mandatory pre-registration
Ride w GPS says 2000 feet of climbing but google maps says 1400 feet of climbing?
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Leader: Tony Perez
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Leader: Steve Winter
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Start Location:
Emeryville - Opposite IKEA
Pre-registration
Join us for the Treasure Island lap, starting at the Bay Bridge base of the Alex Zuckermann bike path. This ride features shorter regroups, a faster T-pace, and sparkling city skylines. Expect one short, steep descent and a challenging half-mile climb off the island (7-10% grade). Ride ends with optional food and drinks at Bay Street or Wondrous Brewing Company. Bring lights and warm layers.
Start Location:
Berkeley - Spruce & Grizzly Peak Blvd - Plaza
Pre-registration
Ride canceled
Join us for a Tuesday evening ride climbing South Park 2x. The pace is open to T, TM, and faster ( approximately 1.5 - 3 watts/kg body weight) cyclists. The ride will be in the dark so please bring good lights. This ride will be on paved roads (10.3 miles, 1,617 feet elevation gain). Rain cancels.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49073068
Meet by the water fountain at the plaza:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rtr1sPipU6hjQxKR6
Please pre-register by 3:30PM day of ride or it may be canceled. Check for website updates by 4PM day of ride.
Leader: Cheney Hu
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GPC Route:
Vacaville to Winters CCW Loop
Start Location:
Lagoon Valley Park
Pre-registration
Per several weather sites, rain chances after 10am are below 10% so we are good to go (even if we see a few drops on the drive out there). See you there.
Counterclockwise loop.
Start at Lagoon Valley Park. Parking costs $5 (at least that's the amount last time) - can pay with cash or credit card at machine, or use ParkMobile app. Bathrooms available.
Lunch at Winters (buy or bring your own) - bathrooms available there too.
Ride back to Lagoon Valley via Putah Creek and Pleasants Valley Roads.
Given the rainouts the last two weeks, setting Thursday as a rain date as a backup to double our chances of getting the ride in.
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
Ride is canceled due to wet weather
The route will vary week to week but we always start at El Cerrito Plaza BART. I have upgraded this ride to TM to better reflect sorts of riders which typically show up. I will continue riding at the same pace that I always have and we will continue to have frequent regroups so don't let the new pace deter you from showing up. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections often up hill or flat, but expect some short bumpy descents in the dark.
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Start Location:
El Cerrito Plaza BART
Pre-registration
Today’s ride is cancelled due to wet trails.
This ride will start with the TM pace ride at El Cerrito Plaza BART. This will be a no drop ride good for riders new to gravel riding, training for the GPC Gravel Century, or just want to ride at a more chill pace. It is recommended to have 32mm or bigger tires. Bring warm layers and bright lights to see by. The majority of the dirt sections will be fire roads with two sections of singletrack at the end. We will have regular regroups and there will be an option to skip the singletrack sections at the end of the ride.
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GPC Route:
Rockville, Winters, Berryessa loop
Start Location:
Rockville Bike shop
Pre-registration
A warm day is predicted. Maybe 70 degrees in Winters. Counterclockwise loop from Rockville to Winters for lunch, then return via Hwy 128 (Lake Berryessa, the Glory Hole, Cardiac Hill) and Hwy 121 to Wooden Valley. This version adds Gordon Valley on the return which usually has less headwind and traffic than staying on Wooden Valley.
Park way in the back of the parking lot, not in front of any of the businesses.
There is sometimes a faster (more like M pace) group on this ride, but we all come back together at frequent regroups and lunch. We will start riding when everyone who arrived by the meeting time is ready. If you arrive after the meeting time you may have to chase.
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Rode Wednesday so no Thursday rain date needed.
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Leader: Abigail Cotton
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Leader: Steve Winter
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Leader: Joel Ager
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Please join us for the weekly South Park repeats ride. This is a short ride but with a steep climb! We’ll head up Virginia St and Spruce to Spruce/Grizzly Peak for our first regroup, then head out along Wildcat Canyon to South Park Rd. From there, we’ll climb South Park, descend, and climb it again as many times as the mood strikes us (usually two times is enough, but individual riders can shorten or lengthen the ride as desired). South Park is closed to cars starting November 1st, which makes it perfect for winter riding. If we complete two round trip ascents up South Park then back to N Berkeley Bart, expect about 2,300 feet of elevation gain. This is a great way to stay in shape over the winter!
NOTE: This is a night ride. Come with bright front and rear lights (and make sure they work). 20% chance or greater of rain cancels the ride. Please contact ride leaders with any questions.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48934095
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Leader: Drew U
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GPC Route:
CCB Mixed Terrain Short
Start Location:
Canyon Club Brewery
Pre-registration
Fun group of ~8-10 people every week.
Mixed Terrain loop from Canyon Club Brewery (CCB) via roads and trails
CCB > South Pinehurst > East Ridge (Redwood) > Skyline > The View (Sibley) > Volcano Loop > Wild Dirt (Wilder) > Lost Valley > Mira Shortcut > Moraga Way > CCB
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Start Location:
North Berkeley BART
Pre-registration
Sorry, I need to cancel the ride for personal reasons.
[RWGPS route] Kick off the weekend with a short but sweet roll by bike! </pun> Shortbread Rides are short (~10-mile) rides to bakeries one Friday a month. The ride ends at the bakery. For this Shortbread Ride, we'll visit Mey Cafe & Bakery. I will bring a lock to share with up to two other bikes. I plan to be at the bakery for no more than 30 minutes before heading back home.
Start Location:
Mill Valley - Public Safety Buildings
Mandatory pre-registration
Mill Valley has the Mill Valley Swirl, frozen yogurt and ice cream made with organic dairy products from Strauss. We hope some of you will check it out.
The route is here, the summit is not on the cue sheet; the out and back adds ~8 miles and ~800 feet climbing.
Notes for the cue sheet: Mile 9.1-Regroup at Fairfax Police Station/Town Hall. Restrooms/water. (or some may stop at the coffee shop at the Bolinas Road intersection). Mile 19.2 Informal regroup at Bolinas Road/Ridgecrest intersection, Mile ~22.5 Regroup, Lunch, hidden picnic tables west of the road. Mile 23-Turn left for optional trip to the summit, also porta-potties. Mile 30.9 Turn right on Miller, go one block and cross the street to reach the Mill Valley Swirl, at 417 Miller.
Bring lunch, and substantial snacks since lunch is at ~22 miles.
Be prepared for warm temps and fog incursions—wear layers, and don’t leave home without your windbreaker.
PLEASE PREREGISTER before Wednesday 6PM or ride may be canceled. I can carpool with another bike and rider.
Because these rides are being scraped and publicly available through google search my phone number is not listed but if you log into the GPC website my contact information is available by searching the membership list.
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Start Location:
McNears Beach
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This 45-mile route combines two popular loops close to home. Begin at McNear’s Beach in San Rafael where there are bathrooms and free parking. From here, we will begin a counterclockwise loop around China Camp State Park, cut through the city of San Rafael and make our way towards Paradise Drive. Lunch will be at mile 27 in Tiburon’s shoreline-park- with- a- view next to the Angel Island Ferry Terminal and Café Acri. After lunch we will complete the Paradise loop and head back to McNear’s Beach via Point San Pedro road. A special bonus for the contemplative and the loquacious is breathtaking outdoor seating at Andy’s Market near the end of our journey (mile 43). Consider stopping for a cool beverage and end-of-the-ride conversation with your Grizzly bike buddies.
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Start Location:
SF - Ferry Building Front
Pre-registration
Third time's a charm. Listing this ride yet again and going by the weather instead of the date. This ride, originally listed as TSR, is still as follows:
--> Presidio via North Point Street. From Presidio drop down onto Arguello. Go through GGP-->Great Highway. Rest stop @ vintage bathroom at 48th & Taraval. Jig-jag to Sloat. Go past Stern Grove and into St. Francis Wood. Lunch @ fountain (mile 17).
-After lunch up Portola. Down O'Shaughnessy along Glen Canyon, past Glen Park BART (possible out (mi 20) if you're pressed for time). R on Alemany --> southern SF towards SB Mountain. (Option to climb SB Mountain; hopefully others will want to, too.) Drop back down into SF via Guadelupe Cyn and Carter (watch cars). Go along Crocker Amazon Playground, R back on Alemany, back towards GP, but towards the Mission. R on Bosworth from Lyell and L on Milton--> San Jose Ave (protected bike lane). Jig-jag to Valencia. R on 22nd towards Potrero Hill. From Bryant, R on 17th past neighborhood parks and eventually along the bay to return to Ferry Building.
| February 2026 Ride Statistics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Weekday | Weekend | Total |
| 42 | 14 | 56 |