If you are not familiar with Mines Road, imagine a route profile in the shape of a barbell: A hill at each end and a beautiful flat road that follows the meanders of a creek, in the middle section. After a 5 mile warm up (3 turns to connect Livermore Park to Mines Road), the route climbs for 2.5 miles, followed by another 2.5 miles of fun rollers. Follows an easy descent to the flat section. The D route turns around at the “Junction”, a sandwich place that caters to cyclists and motorcyclists. Protein bars, Endurolytes and gel feature on one of the shelves. The C ride turns around earlier, at the county line. Bring plenty of water and snacks. Meet at 9:45 AM for a 10:00 AM start by the small grey restroom building of the Robert Livermore Park. Directions: Right on First St. exit off 580, Left on North Mines Rd, Right on East Ave, Right on Loyola Way. Contact J.C. Sarner jcsarner@msn.com or (650) 854-4125 for more information. Rain or extreme heat cancels.
Three options are offered on FFS rides: Slower C group (C-) with social pace and mandatory regroups; Faster C group (C+) with a bit faster pace and shorter regroups; D group with a bit longer and/or tougher route.
Route sheets/GPS maps.
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