LDT RIDE: MT. HAMILTON BC/4(5200’)/47; D/5(7200’)/59; E/5(9200’)/69

LOGISTICS ISSUES - 

1. The observatory REMAINS CLOSED due to fire damage from last summer’s fires and COVID restrictions, so there are NO SERVICES (other than water) available at the summit! The water spigot is on the side of the building at the closed driveway that goes up to the observatory. No food or restrooms are available at the summit. There are porta-potties at two locations on the way up (see route sheet).
2. The water faucet at Grant Lake Trailhead has been unreliable. I suggest all riders stop at the main park entrance (1/4 mile before Grant Lake Trailhead) where water is available at the RV Cleanout Station.
3. Remember to carry two water bottles and food for snacks and lunch.

LDT RIDE: MT. HAMILTON

• BC/4(5200’)/47; 
• D/5(7200’)/59; 
• E/5(9200’)/69

Join us for this wonderful Memorial Day finish to the LDT ride series. Mt Hamilton is a long, but not steep, climb with wonderful panoramic views and great spring wildflowers. All routes start with a loop through Alum Rock Park, then climb directly to the summit. B riders have separate riding group, but same route and start time/location as C riders. Only the E’s cross over the summit and enjoy the exciting descent to the Isabel Creek Bridge on the back side of Mt. Hamilton, then return to the summit. All groups have a quick snack/lunch at the summit, then descend back to the start. On the return trip D’s and E’s add a beautiful “out-and-back” spur on traffic free Kincaid Road. PACK YOUR LUNCH – NO FOOD AVAILABLE. Be prepared for warm temperatures on the way up and cold temperatures on the way down. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

INFO: Guy Shuman (shumansteiner@gmail.com or 650-704-0895).

MEETING TIME:

Sign in 9:00 am – 9:30 am. Riders can start riding at any time.

Suggested staggered ride start times for those who want to ride in a group:

      C+/D/E Riders:     9:15 departure

      B/C-    Riders:     9:30 departure

MEETING LOCATION:  Meet at NE corner of Cataldi Park (2979 Cataldi Drive, San Jose, CA). Directions: Hwy 237 east, I-880 south, Montague Expressway east, right on Morrill Ave., right on Cataldi Dr.

COVID INFORMATION

There is risk in all gatherings, since people without symptoms can transmit COVID-19. Participation in club rides is voluntary. Do not join club rides if you are sick (eg. cough, sore throat, fever, loss of smell). Members assume the full and complete risk that is associated with exposure to and infection by COVID-19 during such participation. 

Riders are required to follow CA CDPH Guidelines  for face coverings. These guidelines require mask use based on vaccination status. Fully vaccinated individuals are not required to wear facemasks during normal outdoor activities involved in a WW ride. When visiting any indoor location (restaurants/restrooms) or stopping at an event (festival/farmers market, etc) riders must follow CA CPDH guidelines. All riders must carry a face covering to be worn when required. Unvaccinated individuals are required to wear face coverings at the start of each ride and whenever physical distancing (6 feet) cannot be maintained.