hills /10-12 mph/31 or 46 miles/elevation 2,100 ft Meet 9:00 a.m. at the Marin Country Mart in Larkspur. Park across from Johnny's Doughnut in the back of the parking lot. Arrive earlier if you are tempted to get a doughnut(s). Both loops travel together on 2 multi-use paths out to the Black Point Boat Launch […]
flat/10 mph/approx 18 miles/elevation 236 ft Meet 12:00 p.m. at Via Toledo Park for a friendly casual gravel ride along the Bay Trail. We'll travel backroads and make our way to Costco Hayward. Soft serve anyone?? A hidden entrance onto a gravel path is nearby. It will take us pass Eden Landing Reserve, salt flats […]
moderate /10-12 mph/12 or 24 miles/elevation 683 or 1366 ft Join me 8:30 a.m. at the Cull Canyon Regional parking lot at 18825 on Cull Canyon Rd Castro Valley 94583 for a scenic pastoral ride to the end of the road. Frequented by cyclists, this is a gentle grade uphill and a sweet downhill with […]
hills /10-12 mph/45 miles with an option/elevation 2,400 ft Join me on a beautiful seaside route from the landmarks on 17 mile drive, the storybook homes in Carmel by the Sea and the unique natural beauty of Pt Lobos. We'll grab a bite along the way (Alvarado Brewery Carmel, if possible) and enjoy the vibe […]
Saturday August 31, 2024 Approx. 30 miles; 800 feet climbing; average speed around 10 mph (leisurely, with frequent regroupings) This is a route that has no big climbs. We go south from Pleasanton to Sunol, then down Calaveras to Ohlone Park and then back to Pleasanton. We can buy food in Sunol if needed, then […]