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• Monthly Board meeting

  • Start
    Wed, January 10, 2024
  •  
  • End
    Wed, November 13, 2024
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  • Schedule
    11 sessions
  • Location
    Alternates between in person and Zoom

  Regular meeting of the Western Wheelers Board. Club Members are welcome to attend.
  

  
  

  Location alternates between Zoom and in-person meetings. Contact any Board Member for location information.

  Generally, the meetings will be at 
  6:30 PM Social Time
  7:00 PM Formal meeting start
  This may vary for particular meetings

  
  

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• Spring Picnic 2024

  • When
    Sun, April 28, 2024
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Cuesta Park, Mountain View, CA
  • Spaces left
    14

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  WWBC Spring Picnic is Sunday, April 28!

   
  

  Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's Party!' Come enjoy great company and delicious food at the Western Wheelers' annual Spring Picnic. We will be at Cuesta Park in Mountain View. The party will begin at 1 pm in the large group picnic area off Cuesta Drive (opposite Nilda Avenue).
  

  In the Western Wheelers' tradition, we will have good eats, as well as delicious cookies, and bottomless refreshments. Please register so we have enough for all. There will be rides scheduled to cycle to the picnic to work up an appetite and start the party, so check out our ride calendar to find your ride.

  
  

                 Please Register by Thursday, April 25

  (Each family member needs to register separately; 

  non-member guests are $10 each) 

   

  Volunteers ROCK! Can you help organize or with setup, cleanup or during the picnic? If so, please email Ann, Fran or Jean at events@westernwheelers.org 

  Dietary Restrictions (i.e. Vegetarian or Gluten Free preferences), please email Ann, Fran or Jean at events@westernwheelers.org. 

  
  

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• The Sequoia 2024

  • When
    Sun, June 02, 2024
  •  
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Foothill College, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
  • Spaces left
    146

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  A Challengingly Beautiful 

  Fundraising Cycling Experience

  Benefitting the Coastside Community

  
  

  Join the Western Wheelers Bicycle Club on Sunday June 2, 2024 at The Sequoia for a thrilling cycling experience set amidst the captivating coastal mountains and redwood forests of the San Francisco Bay Area. With a variety of course options including Century, Challenge, Metric Century, and Fun Rides, The Sequoia offers a chance to immerse yourself in the "Challengingly Beautiful" mountain scenery that defines our region. 

  Hosted entirely by dedicated volunteers, our mission is to foster a love for recreational cycling in the Bay Area's stunning landscape, welcoming cyclists of many levels to revel in the excitement and camaraderie of our event. Beyond the ride, your participation supports local coastside communities and cycling organizations. To date, the Western Wheelers Bicycle Club has donated over $59,600 from The Sequoia to coastside charities and cycling organizations.  

  
  

  

  
  

  Early Bird Registration Fees (base) 

  Prices will increase May 1, 2024

  100 Mile Course, 9,521 Foot Gain	$135
  72 Mile Course, 8,030 Foot Gain	$120
  62 Mile Course, 6,391 Foot Gain	$105
  38 Mile Course, 2,403 Foot Gain	$80

  
  

  To register for The Sequoia, click here

  • Registration can be paid online by PayPal, Visa or MasterCard or by sending in a check for the full amount. If paying by check, make it payable to Western Wheelers Sequoia and send to:

    Western Wheelers
    36 Minoca Road
    

    Portola Valley, CA 94028-7739

  • A portion of your base registration fee supports our Coastside communities. 
  • An optional donation of $25 can be added to your base fee to support these Coastside charities: (Puente, La Honda Volunteer Fire Brigade, Abundant Grace Coastside Worker). 100% of your $25 donation will go directly to the Coastside charities.

  
  

  Notes:

  The IRS requires gift receipts only for donations of $250 or more.  Your support is greatly appreciated, but you won't receive any documentation from either Western Wheelers or the charities related to this additional $25.

  If you are interested in making a gift of $250 or more, please contact nonprofit@westernwheelers.org for more information.

  Your $25 may qualify as a charitable deduction for income tax purposes.  Consult your tax professional for any questions.

  
  

  • Registration to The Sequoia includes a trial membership in the Western Wheelers Bicycle Club, you’ll enjoy membership until June 30, 2024 at which time you will need to renew your membership to continue.

  • Walk In Registration (if spots are available)

  Saturday June 1, noon to 7 pm
  The Bicycle Outfitter
  963 Fremont Ave.
  

  Los Altos, CA 94024

  • There will be no Sunday/Day of Registration

  
  

  • Early Check-In (Highly Encouraged)

  Saturday June 1, noon to 7 pm

  The Bicycle Outfitter

  963 Fremont Ave.

  Los Altos, CA 94024

  • Sunday Check-In

  Opens 5:30 AM

  Foothill College, Lot 1

  12345 El Monte Rd

  Los Altos Hills, CA 94022

  
  

  Start Times

  • 100 Mile PINK Course -- 6:00AM - 7:00AM
  • 72 Mile ORANGE Course -- 6:30AM - 7:30AM
  • 62 Mile YELLOW Course -- 7:00AM - 8:00 AM
  • 38 Mile GREEN Course -- 7:00AM - 8:00AM

  
  

  Event Details

  • Sequoia 2024 Information Page
  • Charities Sequoia Supports
  • Sequoia 2024 Routes
  • Sequoia 2024 apparel available for order
  • Answers to frequently asked questions
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy

   

  Disclaimer

  The Western Wheelers Bicycle Club Century Ride Directors reserve the right to refuse entry or disqualify or remove anyone from the course for reasons of their own safety, for the safety of others, for violation of the California Vehicle Code or for any other reason including the well-being of the rider, other riders, or the Western Wheelers Bicycle Club. The Ride Director decision is final.

  Western Wheelers Member Release and Waiver of Liability

  Contact Information / Registration Help

  
  

               registration@westernwheelers.org

  
  

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• 2024 Sequoia Volunteers

  • When
    Sun, June 02, 2024
  •  
    6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Multiple Locations

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  Volunteers are what make The Sequoia a great cycling event and the Western Wheelers a great club. It takes a village to provide a ride.

  The Volunteer TEAM.

  

  
  

  Sign up to help make The Sequoia 2024 a great event

  1. Review Volunteer Positions on the left column of this page. 
  2. Consider Critical Positions listed below.
  3. Click Registration Button select your job and follow the flow.

  After you finish registering for a job, you can register again for another job or shift.

  

  

  Sequoia Volunteers will receive a pair of Sequoia socks in appreciation of your work to make The Sequoia 2024 a great event. When you register, specify sock size and preferred color.

  
  

           

           Pink                    Orange                    Green                             Black

  
  

  
  

  

  Volunteers, registration opens in March for the big Party

  Saturday, June 8

  12:00 - 2:00

  Huddart Park, Woodside, CA

   

  

  
  

  Day of the Ride – Sunday, June 2

  Foothill College Start Area AM Parking & Traffic: 5:00AM – 9:00AM, Greet and guide riders/volunteers coming in entrance road to Lot 1. Captain: Judy DeFranco

  SAG: Drivers follow assigned routes to assist riders. SAG volunteers can be passengers in cars or drive alone and may be accompanied by a HAM radio volunteer. Each driver can expect to drive 100-200 miles over the course of a 3–5-hour shift. You will carry a pump, repair parts (tires, tubes, and cables), light snacks and water, all except water, supplied by the club. Driver can receive payment of $40 to defray the cost of gasoline.

  We will be sending out SAG drivers on the course in a rolling fashion throughout the day. After signing up, send an email to team captain Eben Haber (eben@habers.us) answering the following questions:

  • How early are you willing to start?
  • How late can you work?
  • How long are you willing to drive?
  • What kind of bike rack do you have, if any?

  Captain: Eben Haber

  Radio Communications: YOU MUST BE A LICENSED HAM OPERATOR to volunteer for this activity as well as provide your own radio. Radio operators serve a 4 to 6-hour shift, either in a fixed location or roving SAG vehicles. Radio operators may either be a passenger or drive the vehicle. Fixed locations include Start/Finish (Lot 1D) & 5 rest stops. Captain: Bob DeFranco

  Emergency Phone Contact: Foothill College & Finish Line area w radio/sag team. Early shift 6:00AM – 12;00PM. Use Event Only Google Number to receive calls from riders needing SAG assistance. Relay emergency information to radio/sag crew. You will use an EVENT SPECIFIC Google Number to be printed on the route sheets. 

  Rest Stops: Volunteers will set up the rest stop, serve snacks to riders, provide information, and close the rest stop. Start time may be staggered among volunteers. Some may be asked to pick up supplies at Foothill College on Saturday. Others may be asked to deliver equipment and leftover food back to Foothill College. Plan on adding an hour before the shift or after the shift. Rest Stops at La Honda (Filled), Loma Mar Store (Filled), Bike Hut, Kings Mt., Portola Valley (Filled).

  Foothill College Finish Area Setup: 1person 4:00AM + 2 more at 5:00AM-9:00AM Setup Finish Area 1E – Captain: Russ Hull

  Foothill College Flags, and Pendants: Gather flags and pendants from the locker. Set up at the start of day in Lot 1.  Move to the Finish Line later in the morning, Lot 1E. Take down flags, signs and pendants at end of the day and return to locker. Two shifts, 5:00AM-9:30AM, 3:00PM-6:00PM Captain: Don DeFever

  Bike Parking Valet: 3 shifts; 11:00AM-2:00PM, 12:00PM-3:30PM, 2:00PM - 6:00PM Set up bike racks and provide security while riders have finish line meal. Retrieve/return bikes to riders. Teardown. Captain: Paul Wendt

  Foothill College Finish Area Hospitality: 2 Shifts, 11:00AM-3:00PM,  3:00PM-7:00PM.  Setup, flagging, concierge, Finish Line Arch, sodas, cleanup. Direct and cheer returning riders to the lunch spot, and clear tables. - Captain: Connie Jorgensen

  Transportation - Load the truck: With help from site volunteers, the crew will load the large truck with all the supplies going back to the WW storage locker. The crew will also assist with general site cleanup as needed. 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Transportation Captain: Guy Shuman. 

  
  

  Saturday, June 8

  Workers' Ride: Ride Leaders needed for 3 -4 options.

  Workers' Party: Set up for a catered meal and have fun!

  
  

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• Blood Drive @ Stanford Blood Center

  • When
    Mon, June 03, 2024
  • Location
    Menlo Park, Mountain View or Campbell

  Rest up after The Sequoia...

  Every two seconds, someone in the country requires blood, meaning blood donation directly impacts our community, saving lives and providing crucial support to those in need. That also means that by the time you finish reading this article, at least 35 people have needed blood.

  A small percentage of all hospitalized patients (one in seven) receive blood transfusions. Leading users can include patients with cancer, heart disease, gastrointestinal disease, fractures and trauma, anemia, bone and joint abnormalities, organ transplants, and lung, liver and kidney disease.

  You can make a difference by donating, and we’ve made it easier than ever to make donations a habit—schedule your donation every two months on a Western Wheelers' Monday!

  Three locations available, all have bicycle parking available:

  Stanford Blood Center Menlo Park, 445 Burgess Drive
  Hours: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
  Map / Directions >
  Schedule your appointment >

  Stanford Blood Center Mountain View, 515 South Drive, Suite #2. 
  Hours: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
  Map / Directions >
  Schedule your appointment >

  Stanford Blood Center South Bay in Campbell, 295 Hamilton Avenue 
  Hours: 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
  Map / Directions >
  Schedule your appointment >

  Note: Stanford has a 24–hour vigorous exercise restriction following blood donation, feel free to ride to/from your donation if it’s an easy spin.

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• Blood Drive @ Stanford Blood Center

  • When
    Mon, August 05, 2024
  • Location
    Menlo Park, Mountain View or Campbell

  Every two seconds, someone in the country requires blood, meaning blood donation directly impacts our community, saving lives and providing crucial support to those in need. That also means that by the time you finish reading this article, at least 35 people have needed blood.

  A small percentage of all hospitalized patients (one in seven) receive blood transfusions. Leading users can include patients with cancer, heart disease, gastrointestinal disease, fractures and trauma, anemia, bone and joint abnormalities, organ transplants, and lung, liver and kidney disease.

  You can make a difference by donating, and we’ve made it easier than ever to make donations a habit—schedule your donation every two months on a Western Wheelers' Monday!

  Three locations available, all have bicycle parking available:

  Stanford Blood Center Menlo Park, 445 Burgess Drive 
  Hours: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
  Map / Directions >
  

  Stanford Blood Center Mountain View, 515 South Drive, Suite #2. 
  Hours: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
  Map / Directions >
  
  

  Stanford Blood Center South Bay in Campbell, 295 Hamilton Avenue 
  Hours: 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
  Map / Directions >
  

  Note: Stanford has a 24–hour vigorous exercise restriction following blood donation, feel free to ride to/from your donation if it’s an easy spin.

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• Blood Drive @ Stanford Blood Center

  • When
    Mon, October 07, 2024
  • Location
    Menlo Park, Mountain View or Campbell

  Every two seconds, someone in the country requires blood, meaning blood donation directly impacts our community, saving lives and providing crucial support to those in need. That also means that by the time you finish reading this article, at least 35 people have needed blood.

  A small percentage of all hospitalized patients (one in seven) receive blood transfusions. Leading users can include patients with cancer, heart disease, gastrointestinal disease, fractures and trauma, anemia, bone and joint abnormalities, organ transplants, and lung, liver and kidney disease.

  You can make a difference by donating, and we’ve made it easier than ever to make donations a habit—schedule your donation every two months on a Western Wheelers' Monday!

  Three locations available, all have bicycle parking available:

  Stanford Blood Center Menlo Park, 445 Burgess Drive 
  Hours: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
  Map / Directions >
  

  Stanford Blood Center Mountain View, 515 South Drive, Suite #2. 
  Hours: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
  Map / Directions >
  
  

  Stanford Blood Center South Bay in Campbell, 295 Hamilton Avenue 
  Hours: 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
  Map / Directions >
  

  Note: Stanford has a 24–hour vigorous exercise restriction following blood donation, feel free to ride to/from your donation if it’s an easy spin.

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• Blood Drive @ Stanford Blood Center

  • When
    Mon, December 02, 2024
  • Location
    Menlo Park, Mountain View or Campbell

  Every two seconds, someone in the country requires blood, meaning blood donation directly impacts our community, saving lives and providing crucial support to those in need. That also means that by the time you finish reading this article, at least 35 people have needed blood.

  A small percentage of all hospitalized patients (one in seven) receive blood transfusions. Leading users can include patients with cancer, heart disease, gastrointestinal disease, fractures and trauma, anemia, bone and joint abnormalities, organ transplants, and lung, liver and kidney disease.

  You can make a difference by donating, and we’ve made it easier than ever to make donations a habit—schedule your donation every two months on a Western Wheelers' Monday!

  Three locations available, all have bicycle parking available:

  Stanford Blood Center Menlo Park, 445 Burgess Drive
  Hours: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
  Map / Directions >

  Stanford Blood Center Mountain View, 515 South Drive, Suite #2 
  Hours: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
  Map / Directions >
  
  

  Stanford Blood Center South Bay in Campbell, 295 Hamilton Avenue 
  Hours: 10:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
  Map / Directions >

  
  
  

  Note: Stanford has a 24–hour vigorous exercise restriction following blood donation, feel free to ride to/from your donation if it’s an easy spin.

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