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• D/3-4/35-65 Hills R Us

  • Start
    Wed, January 01, 2020
  •  
  • End
    Wed, March 25, 2020
  • Schedule
    13 sessions
  • Location
    Shoup Park, Los Altos

  Please note winter hours: meet at 9:45 AM, roll at 10:00 AM

  Combining both HRU rides into one group, starting January 1st. Meet at Shoup Park at 9:45 am for a 10:00 am departure. These rides vary weekly, but often include Hwy 9, Page Mill, Old La Honda, Kings Mountain, West Alpine or Tunitas Creek. Always be prepared for variable weather on Skyline. Foul weather in the hills keeps the ride in the valley. This is a social-paced D ride with regroups; faster riders are welcome to form a D+/E group. Rain cancels. 

  Route is announced 1-2 days beforehand via Ride Information / Hills R Us >

  Ride Leaders: Steve Chapel (650 823-7982), Paul Melville (408 257-3626), Don Johann and Cathy Switzer, with occasional guest appearances by Dave Fitch (408-406-2048)

  
  

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• B/2/30-50 FRIDAY B RIDE

  • Start
    Fri, January 03, 2020
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  • End
    Fri, March 27, 2020
  • Schedule
    13 sessions
  • Location
    McKenzie Park in Los Altos

  Meet Louis Rustenburg (408-420-0443, louisngisele@gmail.com) every 1st and 3rd Friday and Vern Tucker (408-730-2548, vltnvt1@comcast.net) every 2nd and 4th Friday at 10 AM at McKenzie Park for a 10:15 AM ride start. Estimated return 2:30-3pm.  Rides will be a mix of hills and flatter residential roads, with a lunch stop along the way.  

   

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• BCD/1/26 Java Jive from San Mateo

  • Start
    Mon, January 06, 2020
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  • End
    Mon, March 30, 2020
  • Schedule
    13 sessions
  • Location
    Los Prados Park, San Mateo

  The Monday morning ride for bicyclists who live in the northern cities of the Peninsula is growing in numbers. It is a flat (except overpasses) route to Cafe Borrone in Menlo Park for coffee and/or breakfast. We return at a social pace through the quiet, residential streets in Menlo Park, Atherton, Redwood City, San Carlos, and Belmont. The Hill Climbers' Option adds 12 to 16 miles to the ride. Meet at Los Prados Park at 8:30 am for a departure at 8:45 am. Estimated return 11:30-11:45am.  Directions: From 101, drive east on Hillsdale Blvd., take the first right on Norfolk St. and right again on La Selva; take the first left onto Casa de Campo. The Park is on the left. For more information, call Tom Prager (650-219-9206, trprager1200@gmail.com). Rain/muddy conditions cancel.

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• A/0/15 Social Paced Monday Morning Coffee Ride

  • Start
    Mon, January 06, 2020
  •  
  • End
    Mon, March 30, 2020
  • Schedule
    13 sessions
  • Location
    Rengstorff Community Center, 201 S. Rengstorff, Mountain View

  If you are not ready for the faster pace of the other Monday morning coffee rides until after you’ve had your coffee, then this ride might be just right for you.  Meet Pam Putman (pamjean1017@hotmail.com)  and Pat Elson (patelson@mac.com)  at Rengstorff Community Center,  201 S. Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View.   We’ll meet in the regular parking lot just off of Rengstorff now that construction has been completed.  Meet at 8:45 for a 9:00 am departure for Cafe Borrone in Menlo Park. Very flat, and we’ll travel at a mild, social, and comfortable “A” pace.  Nobody left behind, we are in this together. Rain cancels.  

   

  
  

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• DE/1/28 Java Jive Double Expresso

  • Start
    Mon, January 06, 2020
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  • End
    Mon, March 30, 2020
  • Schedule
    13 sessions
  • Location
    The Bicycle Outfitter, 963 Fremont Ave (Loyola Corners) Los Altos

  DE/1/28 JAVA JIVE DOUBLE EXPRESSO.  Jump out of the starting blocks at 9:15 with a fast pace-line to Cafe Borrone in Menlo Park.  We will work our way back along the foothills after coffee. No sweep; one regroup for coffee.  Estimated return 12:30-1pm.  Meet at The Bicycle Outfitter, 963 Fremont Ave (Loyola Corners), Los Altos, near the corner of Fremont, Miramonte and Foothill Expressway.  Leader: Dave Fitch, davidfitch@prodigy.net.

  
  

  
  

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• B+C/1/24 Monday Morning Mocha Mooch

  • Start
    Mon, January 06, 2020
  •  
  • End
    Mon, March 30, 2020
  • Schedule
    13 sessions
  • Location
    Lucky Parking Lot, 2175 Grant Rd, Los Altos

  BC/1/24 MONDAY MORNING MOCHA MOOCH.  Start your week with a fast or easy ride (you decide) to Cafe Borrone in  Menlo Park. Reflect upon the past weekend with old and new friends. Pace along Foothill Expressway is quick, but feel free to ride at  a slower pace and meet us at Cafe Borrone for coffee. We leave there at 10:45 and return at a social pace through quiet residential streets. Meet at 9:15 for a 9:30 am departure at the Lucky Supermarket parking lot (2175 Grant Road, Los Alto, CA)  Cross streets are Foothill Expressway and Arboretum. Estimated return 12 noon.  Pete Letchworth  (pete@letchworths.com or   408-257-7626)  and  Allen Cymrot (cymrealadv@gmail.com) share leadership on this ride.  Ride with GPS Route:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29791876

  

  
  

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• CD/2/30–35 Shaw-Blasberg's Tuesday Loop

  • Start
    Tue, January 07, 2020
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  • End
    Tue, January 28, 2020
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Westmoor Shopping Center, Fremont and Mary, Sunnyvale

  Peter B. has now retired from leading this ride. In honor of his many years of dedicated service we have named the ride after him and Carol Shaw, who created this ride with him many years ago.  The immortal words of his ride description will be retained here, mostly intact. So here we go: Retired, home executive, between jobs, playing hooky? We'd love to have you join us each Tuesday during the year, rain or shine, at Starbucks in the Westmoor Shopping Center in Sunnyvale, corner of Fremont and Mary, at a later, civilized hour. The route is a variation of the Portola loop with lunch stops at various eating places in the Palo Alto area. There are hilly C and D routes as well as a flat route. All rides meet at 10:45 for a prompt 11:00 am departure.

  The hilly route varies through the month. See the online Events Calendar for links to routes in Excel and PDF formats. Everyone assembles together at regroups and for lunch. Many stop for coffee near the end of the ride. Leader: Vern L. Tucker, vltbike@yahoo.com, home 408-730-2548, cell 408-893-6008. Bring lunch or buy.  GPS Files: Tuesday Loop GPS Files
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• DE/4/20 - Tuesday Power Lunch

  • Start
    Tue, January 07, 2020
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  • End
    Tue, February 25, 2020
  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    behind the Cupertino Target (intersection of Alves Drive and Saich Way)

  Join Robert Sexton (robert@kudra.com, (408-218-8466) and Chris Napoli (cnapoli@gmail.com (919) 260-0509) for a fast lunchtime ride from Cupertino into the hills around Stevens Creek Reservoir. Typical routes include one of: Montebello, Redwood Gulch, or Villa Montalvo/Peach, and are finalized at the ride meet to be about 90 minutes long with a brief regroup at the top of the hill(s) of choice. Meet behind the Cupertino Target (intersection of Alves Drive and Saich Way) by noon for a 12:05 Sharp departure.

   

  
  

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• B/2/24 2nd Sunday - Jefferson Loop

  • Start
    Sun, January 12, 2020
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  • End
    Sun, March 08, 2020
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Burgess Park in Menlo Park

  Monthly ride to Jefferson, Hillcrest and Lakeview via Manzanita, Albion and Cañada.  Lunch is at Sancho's Taqueria and return via Alameda de las Pulgas. Social pace with regroups. Meet at Burgess Park in Menlo Park at 10:00 AM for 10:15 AM departure. Estimated return 2-2:30pm.  Leader: Dave Ziegler (dave@maczieg.com). Rain cancels. Route sheets/Maps: http://westernwheelersbicycleclub.memberlodge.com/page-1863579.

   

   

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• C/2/27 2nd Sunday RWC Cross

  • Start
    Sun, January 12, 2020
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  • End
    Sun, March 08, 2020
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Burgess Park, Menlo Park

  Monthly ride to the Redwood City Cross via Tripp, Cañada and Godetia. Optional Huddart Park Loop. Lunch at Sancho's Taqueria and return via Alameda de las Pulgas. This is a social-paced ride with  regroups, but faster riders are welcome to form a separate C+ group at the start. Meet at Burgess Park in Menlo Park at 10:00 AM for 10:15 AM departure. Estimated return 2-2:30pm.  Leader: Howard Koel (650-302-1053 or howard@koel.me).  Rain cancels. Route sheets/Maps: http://westernwheelersbicycleclub.memberlodge.com/page-1863579.

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• C+/4/20 Tuesday Morning Early Bird

  • Start
    Tue, January 14, 2020
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  • End
    Tue, March 31, 2020
  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    Alpine Inn

  Join us every Tuesday morning for a tour of Portola and the surrounding areas.  Meet in the parking lot of the Alpine Inn in Portola Valley at 7:00 AM for a 7:10 AM departure. Routes vary from week to week. Measurable rain cancels.

  Please equip your bike with front and back lights for added safety in morning low light conditions.  Exact ride details, including ridewithgps routes, will be posted to the wwbc-rides email list on the day before.  Ride coordinator: Chantal Aboulhouda (chantalaboulhouda@gmail.com).

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• B/B+/2/30 RIDE FROM SHARON PARK

  • Start
    Tue, January 21, 2020
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  • End
    Tue, March 31, 2020
  • Schedule
    10 sessions
  • Location
    Sharon Park Safeway, Menlo Park

  Rides and ride leader will vary each week but you can count on a ride from Sharon Park Safeway Lot in Menlo Park every Tuesday.  Meet either Ken Lum (lum40@comcast.net  or 650-832-8133) for a SHARON PARK TO SHORELINE B ride or Jim Burque (408-656-4645, jburque54@gmail.com) for a B+ ride.  This listing will get updated as the individual rides get posted.  Meet at 9:50 am for a 10:05 departure at 325 S. Sharon Park Drive, Menlo Park.
  

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• C/4.3 (2577')/24 BACK OF SIERRA

  • When
    Thu, January 23, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    Cataldi Park, 2988 Cataldi Drive, San Jose

  Meet Bob Froelich (flbrkf@pacbell.net, 408-406-3290) at 9:45 AM at Cataldi Park, 2988 Cataldi Drive, San Jose.  Starting at 10 AM we'll climb to the top of Sierra Road via the back way (Calaveras, Felter, and Sierra), returning the same way. No lunch stop. Rain cancels.

  RWGPS map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31642237

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• B/0.5 (400')/31 SAUNTER TO SARATOGA

  • When
    Thu, January 23, 2020
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    McKenzie Park

  B/0.5 (400')/31 SAUNTER TO SARATOGA. Meet Kai Wiedman (kaiwiedman@gmail.com) and Laura Schroeder on their shiny red tandem at 10:00 AM at McKenzie Park for a 10:15 start. Back by popular demand this ride features neighborhoods in three cities and finishes with everyone's favorite thrill run through the MAZE. Lunch in Saratoga (bring or buy) Rain cancels. 

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: MORGAN HILL B/2(1500’)/34; C/2(2000’)/49; D/2(2700’)/62; E/2(4000’)/79

  • When
    Sat, January 25, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    Morgan Hill, CA

  LDT RIDE: MORGAN HILL

  • B/2(1500’)/34; 
  • C/2(2000’)/49; 
  • D/2(2700’)/62; 
  • E/2(4000’)/79

  Modified routes and new meeting location for 2020! Come join us to cycle some quiet country roads with quintessential California scenery on this route. All routes will have lunch at Erik’s Deli (bring or buy) in Morgan Hill. C/D/E routes will include a climb up scenic Gilroy Hot Springs Rd. E’s add the Bailey Avenue Loop after lunch. BE SURE TO BRING SNACKS AND WATER as lunch is late in the ride. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:45 am for 10:00 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: NEW MEETING LOCATION FOR 2020!  Morgan Hill Sports Center (16500 Condit Road, Morgan Hill, CA): take 101 to Morgan Hill, exit at E. Dunne Ave. Turn left on E. Dunne Ave, then 1^st right on Condit Road. Entrance on left past bleachers.

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• B/2.5/25 4th SUNDAY - SARATOGA

  • When
    Sun, January 26, 2020
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    McKenzie Park in Los Altos (near tennis courts)

  Hello Social "B"s. This month’s ride leader will be Joice White (joicewhite@yahoo.com  510.853.1637). Join us on a leisurely ride heading up Mt. Eden, then meander through The Maze to downtown Saratoga where there are a couple lunch options (bring or buy) before heading back via Seven Springs Parkway. Meet at McKenzie Park in Los Altos (near tennis courts) at 10 am for 10:15 departure. Rain cancels. 

  Route sheet: 4th Sunday B Ride (Saratoga)  or GPS: Map/GPS File
  

  
  

  
  

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• C/3/35 4th SUNDAY - LOS GATOS

  • Start
    Sun, January 26, 2020
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  • End
    Sun, March 22, 2020
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    McKenzie Park in Los Altos (near tennis courts)

  Monthly ride to Los Gatos via Mt. Eden, Pierce, and Villa Montalvo. Lunch in Los Gatos and return through the Maze. This is a social paced ride with regroups, but faster riders are welcome to form a separate C+ group at the start. Meet at McKenzie Park in Los Altos at 10:00 AM for 10:15 AM departure. Estimated return 2-2:30pm.  Leader: Frank McConville (650-450-2325 or frank_mc_conville@hotmail.com). Rain cancels. Route sheets/Maps: http://westernwheelersbicycleclub.memberlodge.com/page-1863579.

   

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• C+/3/42 4th SUNDAY - LOS GATOS PLUS KENNEDY-SHANNON

  • Start
    Sun, January 26, 2020
  •  
  • End
    Sun, March 22, 2020
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    McKenzie Park in Los Altos (near tennis courts)

  Meet Cheryl and Steve (spro@pacbell.net or 650-856-0375) at McKenzie Park at 10:00 a.m. for a 10:15 a.m. departure. We'll ride to Los Gatos via Mt. Eden, Pierce, Villa Montalvo, and Peach. Instead of eating lunch in Los Gatos, we'll ride the Kennedy-Shannon loop, and then we'll return through the Maze.
  
  If you want a route sheet (not provided by leaders at start), please print one from:
  westernwheelers.org/main/routes/spro/routesheets/McKenziePark_4th_Sunday_Cplus.pdf
  
  Or you can download the GPS track from:
  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26917705
  
  And remember, unlike on the B and C rides, no lunch stop is planned, so bring water and food to eat during our regroups. Rain cancels.

   

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• B/3 (1500')/25 OVER THE HILL TO THE CITY PUB

  • When
    Tue, January 28, 2020
  •  
    9:50 AM
  • Location
    Safeway parking lot at Sharon Park in Menlo Park

  Join Ken Lum (lum40@comcast.netand Home: 1-650-508-1879, Cell: 1-650-832-8133) at the Safeway parking lot at Sharon Park in Menlo Park at 9:50 am for a 10:05 am departure for a climb over Emerald Hills to lunch at the City Pub in Redwood City. We will start in the parking lot of the Sharon Park Shopping Center near the entrance across from the Shell gas station so as not to interfere with customer parking. Ride ends around 2 PM. Rain or being dinner for Dracula cancels.
  

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• B/B+/2.3/27 1530 ft La Paloma/Taaffe

  • When
    Thu, January 30, 2020
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Hoover Park in Palo Alto

  Meet Rosemary Gill at Hoover Park in Palo Alto at 9:30 for a 9:45 start (Cowper & El Dorado).  A few hills and a bit of Stanford. Back by lunchtime.  rosemarygill@ sbcglobal.net/650-823-0207
  

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• LDT RIDE: SEASCAPE B/2.5(2200’)/34; C/3(3600’)/46; D/4(4900’)/52; E/3(5300’)/74

  • When
    Sat, February 01, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    Aptos, CA

  LDT RIDE: SEASCAPE

  • B/2.5(2200’)/34;
  • C/3(3600’)/46;
  • D/4(4900’)/52;
  • E/3(5300’)/74
    

  Modified routes and new meeting location for 2020! Come see Monterey Bay and the scenic apple orchards of Corralitos. Our route includes Aptos Beach, Hames Road, and Brown’s Valley to lunch, hot cider and pie at Gizdich Ranch apple orchards. Return via Larkin Valley Road. E riders follow an extended after lunch loop to San Miguel Canyon. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:45 am for 10:00 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: NEW MEETING LOCATION FOR 2020! Meet at corner of Sumner Ave and Via Soderini (216 Via Soderini, Aptos). Take Highway 17 to Highway 1 South. Follow Highway 1 South about 10 miles. Exit right on San Andreas Rd.; turn right at Seascape Blvd.; turn left on Sumner Ave to Via Solderini. Park curbside along Sumner Avenue on either side of street. Restrooms and water available at park across railroad tracks.

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• D/4(10,000)/100 SEQUOIA CENTURY PRACTICE RUN

  • When
    Sun, February 02, 2020
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • Location
    Shoup Park, Los Altos

  Meet Shawnery Hardin (shawnery420@gmail.com, 650-339-0155) at 8:30 AM at Shoup Park, 400 University Ave, Los Altos, CA 94022. 
  
  This will be my first group ride as lead so I will be trying my best to set a good pace and be on top of things. This ride will have short regroups with no designated sweep. We will be meeting at Shoup Park at 8:30am and leaving at 8:45am promptly. We will be having a short lunch break at Pescadero Bakery for no longer then 30 minutes. The ride its self should take around 7 and a half hours with an extra 60 minutes for reproups and short lunch. Estimated return by 5pm.  Leader: Shawnery Hardin (650-339-0155 or shawnery420@gmail.com). Rain cancels.
  

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• C-/2.5/27 SUPERBOWL WARM UP AND PARTY

  • When
    Sun, February 02, 2020
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Mountain View, CA

  Sleep in a little and have a leisurely breakfast, then join Guy Shuman and Mindy Steiner for a local ride through the Los Altos Hills before watching our 49ers go for victory in "Superbowl 54"! Social pace with regroups (shortcuts available for B riders). We'll be back in time for the 3:30 pm kickoff. After the ride, riders are invited to stay for snacks, beverages, and the latest Doritos and Budweiser commercials... a fabulous half time show... and a hefty helping of football... Come for the ride, the party, or both! Feel free to bring something to share, but not required. Meet at 12:00 pm for a 12:15 departure at our house at 3385 Truman Avenue, Mountain View.  Info: shumansteiner@gmail.com or 650-704-0895). 

  Route sheets available at start.

  GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31783567.
  

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• CD/2/30–35 Shaw-Blasberg's Tuesday Loop

  • Start
    Tue, February 04, 2020
  •  
  • End
    Tue, February 25, 2020
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Westmoor Shopping Center, Fremont and Mary, Sunnyvale

  Peter B. has now retired from leading this ride. In honor of his many years of dedicated service we have named the ride after him and Carol Shaw, who created this ride with him many years ago.  The immortal words of his ride description will be retained here, mostly intact. So here we go: Retired, home executive, between jobs, playing hooky? We'd love to have you join us each Tuesday during the year, rain or shine, at Starbucks in the Westmoor Shopping Center in Sunnyvale, corner of Fremont and Mary, at a later, civilized hour. The route is a variation of the Portola loop with lunch stops at various eating places in the Palo Alto area. There are hilly C and D routes as well as a flat route. All rides meet at 10:45 for a prompt 11:00 am departure.

  The hilly route varies through the month. See the online Events Calendar for links to routes in Excel and PDF formats. Everyone assembles together at regroups and for lunch. Many stop for coffee near the end of the ride. Leader: Vern L. Tucker, vltbike@yahoo.com, home 408-730-2548, cell 408-893-6008. Bring lunch or buy.  GPS Files: Tuesday Loop GPS Files
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: LIVERMORE B/3(2400’)/38; C/3(3200’)/48; D/2.5(3500’)/60; E/3(5000’)/75

  • When
    Sat, February 08, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    Livermore, CA

  LDT RIDE: LIVERMORE

  • B/3(2400’)/38;
  • C/3(3200’)/48;
  • D/2.5(3500’)/60;
  • E/3(5000’)/75
    

  Join us for a beautiful scenic loop over Altamont Pass and Patterson Pass, returning to Livermore for lunch (bring snacks as lunch is 25-40 miles into the ride depending on ride level). D’s and E’s traverse a route south of Livermore, and E’s include a climb to Del Valle Park. After lunch C, D, and E riders take on Flynn Road. There are restrooms/water at the start and we’ve added a new water/restroom stop in Tracy. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:45 am for 10:00 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Meet at Robert Livermore Park (988 Loyola Way, Livermore, CA). From I-580 exit at First Street Exit, then R on First Street, L on North Mines Road, R on East Avenue (@ T), R on Loyola Way, L into park.

  
  

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• C+/2/30 2nd Sunday RWC Cross

  • Start
    Sun, February 09, 2020
  •  
  • End
    Sun, March 08, 2020
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Burgess Park, Menlo Park

  Meet Cheryl and Steve (spro@pacbell.net or 650-856-0375) at Burgess Park at 10:00 a.m. for a 10:15 a.m. departure.  Monthly ride to the Redwood City Cross via Tripp, Cañada and Godetia with Huddart Park Loop.   If you want a route sheet (not provided by leaders at start), please print one from:

  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/10966541

  C 2nd Sunday Ride RWC Cross v4.pdf
  

  And remember, unlike on the B and C rides, no lunch stop is planned, so bring water and food to eat during our regroups. Rain cancels.

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• LDT RIDE: CALAVERAS B/4(3100’)/36; C/4(4000’)/40; D/4(6000’)/57; E/4(7000’)/65

  • When
    Sat, February 15, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    Milpitas, CA

  LDT RIDE: CALAVERAS

  • B/4(3100’)/36;
  • C/4(4000’)/40;
  • D/4(6000’)/57;
  • E/4(7000’)/65
    

  Enjoy this scenic route along the Calaveras Reservoir, with eagles and maybe some other exciting wildlife. All routes will climb Calaveras to the dam site, then U-TURN. B’s descend to lunch at La Chingada Taqueria  in San Jose, while CDE riders climb over Felter/Sierra before descending to lunch at the taqueria. After lunch all riders take varying routes through (and beyond) Alum Rock Park. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:45 am for 10:00 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Meet at NE corner of Cataldi Park (2920 Cataldi Drive, San Jose, CA). Directions: Hwy 237 east, I-880 south, Montague Expressway east, right on Morrill Ave., right on Cataldi Dr.

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: HOLLISTER HILLS B/2(2200’)/46; C/2(3100’)/54; D/3(4500’)/64; E/3(4800’)/85

  • When
    Sat, February 22, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    Hollister, CA

  LDT RIDE: HOLLISTER HILLS

  • B/2(2200’)/46;
  • C/2(3100’)/54;
  • D/3(4500’)/64;
  • E/3(4800’)/85
    

  Come join us for a ride through the rustic and scenic country roads of San Benito County. We’ll travel south and east through Tres Pinos and Paicines and finish with the Cienega Wine Trail. C/D/E’s add a remote extension on McCreey Ranch Road and D/E’s an extension on the far reaches of Quien Saba Road. E riders also add the traditional loop to the mission at San Juan Bautista. Lunch for all groups is at the Paicines General Store where they have snack foods as well as burritos. Bring plenty of water/snacks. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:45 am for 10:00 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Meet at Veterans Memorial Park in Hollister (1041 Memorial Drive, Hollister). Take 101 South, exit south of Gilroy onto Highway 25 East, in Hollister Left on Hillcrest Road, Right on Memorial Drive to entrance on left. (64 miles from Palo Alto).

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: PESCADERO B/2.5(2400’)/37; C/2.5(2900’)/43; D/4(5700’)/61; E/3.5(6100’)/69

  • When
    Sat, February 29, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    Woodside or La Honda - see details

  LDT RIDE: PESCADERO

  • B/2.5(2400’)/37;
  • C/2.5(2900’)/43;
  • D/4(5700’)/61;
  • E/3.5(6100’)/69
    

  All routes will enjoy great spring views of the mountains and the sea. B’s will traverse Pescadero, Bean Hollow, and Stage Roads, while the C’s add Cloverdale and Gazos Creek. D’s and E’s start in Woodside and complete a circuit including Kings Mountain and Tunitas Creek. E’s add a loop on Gazos Creek/Cloverdale. All routes will enjoy lunch in Pescadero (bring or buy). Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:45 am for 10:00 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: There are 2 locations: B’s and C’s meet in La Honda (8910 La Honda Road, La Honda), parking on the street along Hwy. 84 anywhere between the fire station and the post office (do not park in the store parking lots). D’s and E’s meet in Woodside behind the Pioneer Hotel (2925 Woodside Road, Woodside, CA).

  
  

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• CD/2/30–35 Shaw-Blasberg's Tuesday Loop

  • Start
    Tue, March 03, 2020
  •  
  • End
    Tue, March 31, 2020
  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Westmoor Shopping Center, Fremont and Mary, Sunnyvale

  Peter B. has now retired from leading this ride. In honor of his many years of dedicated service we have named the ride after him and Carol Shaw, who created this ride with him many years ago.  The immortal words of his ride description will be retained here, mostly intact. So here we go: Retired, home executive, between jobs, playing hooky? We'd love to have you join us each Tuesday during the year, rain or shine, at Starbucks in the Westmoor Shopping Center in Sunnyvale, corner of Fremont and Mary, at a later, civilized hour. The route is a variation of the Portola loop with lunch stops at various eating places in the Palo Alto area. There are hilly C and D routes as well as a flat route. All rides meet at 10:45 for a prompt 11:00 am departure.

  The hilly route varies through the month. See the online Events Calendar for links to routes in Excel and PDF formats. Everyone assembles together at regroups and for lunch. Many stop for coffee near the end of the ride. Leader: Vern L. Tucker, vltbike@yahoo.com, home 408-730-2548, cell 408-893-6008. Bring lunch or buy.  GPS Files: Tuesday Loop GPS Files
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: MARIN HEADLANDS B/3/(2100’)/42; C/3(2700’)/49; D/3(4400’)/58; E/3(6200’)/68

  • When
    Sat, March 07, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    Presidio, San Francisco, CA

  LDT RIDE: MARIN HEADLANDS
  

  • B/3/(2100’)/42;
  • C/3(2700’)/49;
  • D/3(4400’)/58;
  • E/3(6200’)/68
    

  Our ride starts at the historic “Parade Grounds” in the Presidio, then across the Golden Gate Bridge to the Marin Headlands. All groups get a taste of the Marin Headlands with a climb up all or part of Conzelman Road, then descend to the Barry-Baker Tunnel and Sausalito. D riders will climb to the Panoramic Highway and loop through scenic Muir Woods, while the E’s add Pan Toll Road. All routes will traverse lovely Paradise Drive enroute to Tiburon for lunch. Return via Strawberry Drive/Seminary Drive and the bridge. Please note there is a parking fee at the Presidio (about $10 cash or credit card). Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:45 am for 10:00 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Meet at the Main Post/Parade Grounds in the Presidio (104 Montgomery St, Presidio, SF, CA).  Directions: From I-280 follow signs for Golden Gate Bridge through Golden Gate Park to Park Presidio/Veterans Blvd, take 101 South/Marina Blvd exit just BEFORE Golden Gate Bridge, 1^st exit to Presidio/Marina, R on Girard Rd, R on Lincoln Blvd, L on Anza Ave, parking lot on right. Please note there is a parking fee at the Presidio (about $10 cash or credit card).

  
  

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• LDT FRIDAY RIDE: HEALDSBURG TO CHALK HILL C-/2(1800’)/42

  • When
    Fri, March 13, 2020
  •  
    11:15 AM
  • Location
    Healdsburg, CA

  LDT FRIDAY RIDE: HEALDSBURG TO CHALK HILL 

  C-/2(1800’)/42  

  Come a bit early for the Healdsburg LDT Weekend and enjoy an afternoon loop east of Healdsburg to Chalk Hill. This is an afternoon ride that will meet at 11:15 am for an 11:30 am departure (we should be back by about 4 pm and will get together for dinner at 6 pm). We'll loop clockwise to Chalk Hill and south to Shiloh Ranch Park, then return via Westside Road. This is social paced C ride but faster (or slower) riders are welcome to form a separate ride group at the start if desired. No lunch break, but bring a snack to enjoy at Shiloh Ranch Park. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See Saturday HEALDSBURG WEEKEND ride listing for logistics/registration information.

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

  MEETING TIME:11:15 am for 11:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION:Meet in Healdsburg at the fountain in the main public square (Plaza Park). Park in the public parking area on Matheson Street, one block west of Plaza Park. If lot is full park on nearby streets – plan enough extra time to make your way to the square by 11:15 -11:20. (Note that parking "on the square" has time limits.)

   

   

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• LDT RIDE: HEALDSBURG WEEKEND B/3(3000’)/43; C-/3 (3300’)/47; C+/3.5 (4800')/51; C+/3.5 (4600’)/57; DE/4(7000-8000’)/71-81

  • When
    Sat, March 14, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Healdsburg, CA
  • Registered
    9 registrants

  Register

  See additional ride listings for Friday afternoon and Sunday. Please REGISTER for our 2-3 day weekends if possible - even if only coming for one day.

  UPDATE 1/6/20: As many of you know, the Jimtown Store has closed and this necessitated changes to Saturday routes. See descriptions below and online route sheets for more detailed route information. Road closures might alter routes later this winter, so check back for updates.

  LDT RIDE: HEALDSBURG WEEKEND

  • B/3(2900’)/37; 
  • C-/3 (3300’)/41; 
  • C+/4 (4800')/51 (Short C+);
  • C+/3.5 (4600’)/57 (Long C+); 
  • DE/4(7000-8000’)/71-81

  All rides start in downtown Healdsburg, allowing riders to bike to the start from their hotels in Healdsburg. B/C routes allow easy shortcuts if weather or fatigue necessitate, but carry plenty of water and snacks! B/C (and "Short C+")riders climb Geysers Road from the East side up first big ascent to (or beyond) the “Three Ranches” viewpoint (passing through two short gravel sections) then backtrack to lunch in Geyserville. After lunch B/C riders explore beautiful West Dry Creek Road. LONG C+/D/E riders take a longer more remote loop that traverses the traditional Geysers Loop in a clockwise direction, starting in Healdsburg. This remote C+/D/E route has no services after Mile 17, so riders must be self-sufficient and prepared to do the full ride before finding any services! There is one very steep section (1.5 miles at about 15%).  After descending, long C+ riders go directly to Healdsburg (57 miles) while DE riders climb beautiful Pine Flat Road, either to the Rob Roy Flat Overlook (6 mile climb) or the end of the road (11 mile climb). All routes have extensive climbing, so be prepared with plenty of water and snacks. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See additional ride listings for Friday and Sunday.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure (NOTE START OF 9:15 MEETING TIMES)

  MEETING LOCATION: Meet in Healdsburg at the free public parking area on Matheson Street, one block west of Plaza Park (follow signs to “All Day Parking”). There are public restrooms at the start.

  ACCOMMODATIONS: Make reservations early if staying overnight! Contact leader with questions. Many options available in area – Saturday group dinner will be in Healdsburg and all rides start in Healdsburg. Less expensive lodging options can be found near Santa Rosa or Cloverdale (15 miles). Saturday's pre-dinner wine & cheese party will be at the Fairview Inn in Healdsburg.

      Recommended lodging:

  1. Fairview Inn (Healdsburg), 707-433-5548 or expedia.com.
  2. Best Western Dry Creek Inn (Healdsburg), 707-433-0300 or drycreekinn.com.
  3. Healdsburg Travelodge (Healdsburg),  707-433-0101 or healdsburglodge.com

  REGISTRATION: Please register on the web site (go to ride listing on online schedule) for our "2-3 day weekend" rides, so we can plan better. (Registration is not a strict requirement, so feel free to decide at the last minute if necessary. Registered riders will receive detailed logistics information.)

  
  

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• LDT SUNDAY RIDE: HEALDSBURG TO SWEETWATER SPRINGS BC/2(1500’)/30; CD/3!(2300’)/37

  • When
    Sun, March 15, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Healdsburg, CA

  LDT SUNDAY RIDE: HEALDSBURG TO SWEETWATER SPRINGS

  • BC/2(1500’)/30;
  • CD/3!(2300’)/37  
    

  Enjoy a beautiful ride in the redwoods from Healdsburg to Sweetwater Springs. Both routes get a chance to savor beautiful remote Sweetwater Springs Road. CD route continues up the steep section of Sweetwater Springs (18% grade for .7 mile) and on to Guerneville, while the BC route does an “out-n-back” on the easier portion of Sweetwater. (Skipping the “out-n-back” results in a leisurely 21 mile ride.) Both routes return to Healdsburg via scenic Eastside Road and enjoy lunch in Healdsburg at the end of their rides. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See Saturday HEALDSBURG WEEKEND ride listing for logistics/registration information.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Meet in Healdsburg at the free public parking area on Matheson Street, one block west of Plaza Park (follow signs to “All Day Parking”). There are public restrooms at the start.

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: BERKELEY HILLS B/4(4300’)/39; C/4(5000’)/45; D/4(6000’)/51; E/4(8000’)/80

  • When
    Sat, March 21, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Berkeley, CA

  LDT RIDE: BERKELEY HILLS

  • B/4(4300’)/39;
  • C/4(5000’)/45;
  • D/4(6000’)/51;
  • E/4(8000’)/80
    

  This ride starts climbing as soon as you leave the parking lot! We’ll climb Tunnel Road, visit Inspiration Point in Tilden Park and climb a couple of the 3 Bears. B and C riders have a short but challenging 400’ climb up Happy Valley Road. D riders challenge “Pig Farm Hill” and Reliez Valley Road. While there are lots of hills, most are not steep and the views are gorgeous. E’s add more challenging hills, including Toyonal Drive with its 20% grade. B’s and C’s have lunch in Lafayette while D’s and E’s lunch in Moraga at Bianca’s Deli. All routes return via a climb of Pinehurst Road and descent of Tunnel Road.  Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Meet at Temescal Regional Recreation Area - best to follow written directions rather than use GPS.  The correct GPS address is 6500 Broadway, Oakland (not 6500 Broadview Terrace). Directions: From Hwy 24 Eastbound exit at Broadway exit. After exiting, go left on Broadway towards route 13. It's a funny intersection where it appears you will merge onto Route 13, but stay to the right, go 3/4 mile on Broadway to the entrance to Temescal Park on right (parking is free in March). Driving time from Palo Alto is 55-60 minutes. BICYCLE DIRECTIONS from Rockridge BART (1.2 miles): L on Shafter, C on Keith, L on Broadway, R into park.

  
  

  
  

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• LDT FRIDAY RIDE: ELKHORN SLOUGH LOOP C-/2-3(1100-2100’)/21-31

  • When
    Fri, March 27, 2020
  •  
    11:15 AM
  • Location
    Watsonville, CA

  LDT FRIDAY RIDE: ELKHORN SLOUGH LOOP

  • C-/2-3(1100-2100’)/21-31  
    

  Come a bit early for the Pacific Grove LDT Weekend and enjoy a moderate afternoon loop that will start at Royal Oaks Park off Hwy 101 near Prunedale and explore quiet roads in the Elkhorn Slough/Royal Oaks area. This is an afternoon ride that will meet at 11:15 am for an 11:30 am departure. This is social paced C ride but faster or slower riders are welcome to form a separate ride group at the start if desired. Ride has convenient shortcuts to shorten route if desired – see route sheet for details. No lunch break so bring snacks (or stop in Prunedale for food on the way there). Restrooms/water available at start. NOTE – PARKING FEE REQUIRED at County Park - $8.00 per car or $2.00 per person age 62+ (bring cash). Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See Saturday PACIFIC GROVE WEEKEND ride listing for logistics/registration information.

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

  MEETING TIME:11:15 am for 11:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION:Meet at Royal Oaks County Park (537 Maher Road, Watsonville, CA) near Prunedale (PARKING FEE REQUIRED). From US 101 South, Exit at San Miguel Cyn Rd., R on San Miguel Cyn Rd., R on Echo Valley Rd., L on Maher Rd., R into park. Food/gas available in Prunedale at US 101 exit. Note above info about parking fee.

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• LDT RIDE: PACIFIC GROVE WEEKEND B/2(2000’)/36; C/3(3900’)/58-66; D/3(4000’)/66; E/3(4700’)/74-84

  • When
    Sat, March 28, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Pacific Grove, CA
  • Registered
    8 registrants

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  See additional ride listings for Friday afternoon and Sunday. Please REGISTER for our 2-3 day weekends if possible - even if only coming for one day.
  

  LDT RIDE: PACIFIC GROVE WEEKEND

  • B/2(2000’)/36;
  • C/3(3900’)/58-66;
  • D/3(4000’)/66;
  • E/3(4700’)/74-84
    

  This is one of our most scenic long distance rides. B’s enjoy the spectacular ocean views from Pacific Grove and Seventeen Mile Drive to Carmel, then continue on to Point Lobos for lunch (bring or buy). CDE routes enjoy the Seventeen Mile Drive views, climb to the top of Laureles Grade via the tiny Toro Road avoiding traffic on the climb, and then descend to Carmel Valley. E’s add a loop on San Benancio Road as well as optional climb of Robinson Canyon. D’s and E’s continue on to Point Lobos for lunch while the C’s lunch in Carmel (C's can also continue on to Point Lobos adding 8 miles if desired). Return via Carmel Hill/Monterey (B's) or Seventeen Mile Drive (CDE's). Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See additional ride listings for Friday and Sunday.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Meet in Pacific Grove at Lighthouse Ave. and Asilomar Ave (90 Asilomar Avenue, Pacific Grove) near the Point Pinos Lighthouse. Restrooms available at golf course clubhouse.

  ACCOMMODATIONS: Make reservations early if staying overnight! There are numerous accommodation options in the Pacific Grove area, though many are on the expensive side. Cheaper accommodations are available near Monterey. Recommended hotel very close to the ride start is the Butterfly Grove Inn. (Pre-dinner Wine and Cheese Party will be at Butterfly Grove Inn - open to all)

     Recommended lodging in Pacific Grove (more expensive – close to ride start):

  1. Butterfly Grove Inn (831-250-8191 or butterflygroveinn.com) - currently offering us a discounted rate of $134 per night for a king room. Call hotel (831-250-8191) and ask for Suzie for the Western Wheelers Bike Club discounted rate.
  2. Bide-a-Wee Inn (bideawee.com) – some inexpensive rooms
  3. Lighthouse Lodge and Suites (lighthouselodgecottages.com) – nice but more expensive

     Lodging in Monterey (less expensive – about 5 mile drive from ride start - riding to start from these hotels not recommended):

  1. Best Western Park Crest Inn (bwparkcrest.com)
  2. America’s Best Value Presidents Inn (americasbestvalueinn.com)
  3. Ramada Limited Monterey/Carmel (ramadamonterey.com)

  REGISTRATION: Please register on the web site (go to ride listing on online schedule) for our "2-3 day weekend" rides, so we can plan better. (Registration is not a strict requirement, so feel free to decide at the last minute if necessary. Registered riders will receive detailed logistics information.)

  
  

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• LDT SUNDAY RIDE: MONTEREY/FORT ORD B/2(1200’)/24; B/3(2000’)/29; C/3(3000’)/39

  • When
    Sun, March 29, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Pacific Grove, CA

  LDT SUNDAY RIDE: MONTEREY/FORT ORD

  • B/2(1200’)/24;
  • B/3(2000’)/29;
  • C/3(3000’)/39
    

  Stay overnight after the ride on Saturday or just drive down for a socially-paced ride from the Monterey Peninsula up Seventeen Mile Drive’s less traveled high road to the wilds of Fort Ord. Bring snacks and plenty of water as there are no services on Fort Ord. Return through Monterey for lunch at Wave Street Cafe on the wharf. Separate B, C-, and C+ groups. EZ start B route option for less climbing/distance. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See Saturday PACIFIC GROVE WEEKEND ride listing for logistics/registration information.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Meet in Pacific Grove at Lighthouse Ave. and Asilomar Ave (90 Asilomar Avenue, Pacific Grove) near the Point Pinos Lighthouse. Restrooms available at golf course clubhouse.

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: PETALUMA B/2.5(3000’)/47; C/2.5(3200-4000’) /53-61; D/2.5(4500’)/70; E/2.5(5400’)/87

  • When
    Sat, April 04, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    San Rafael, CA

  LDT RIDE: PETALUMA

  • B/2.5(3000’)/47;
  • C/2.5(3200-4000’) /53-61;
  • D/2.5(4500’)/70;
  • E/2.5(4800’)/81 
    

  Enjoy beautiful views of Marin County from scenic rolling roads, along with some moderate climbs including Wilson Hill. D’s do an “out-and-back” section on scenic Marshall-Petaluma Road, while the E’s continue on to spectacular Tomales Bay. B’s (and E’s) will lunch at the Marin Cheese Factory, while the C’s and D’s have lunch at Ray’s Deli on the outskirts of Petaluma before rolling home via a stop at the Cheese Factory. C route has shorter "C-" option returning via bike paths - see route maps/route sheets for details. Easy shortcut on B route skips Wilson Hill – see route sheet. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:45 am for 10:00 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Marin County Civic Center (Armory Drive, San Rafael, CA). From the Golden Gate Bridge take 101 north approximately 14 miles to North San Pedro Road. Exit eastbound, and turn left at Civic Center Drive (first stop light). Turn right onto Armory Drive which leads into the large parking lot.

  
  

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: MOUNTAIN CHARLIE B/4(3500’)/35; C/4(5200’)/50; D/4(5600’)/57; E/4(7500’)/88

  • When
    Sat, April 11, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Los Gatos, CA

  LDT RIDE: MOUNTAIN CHARLIE

  • B/4(3500’)/35;
  • C/4(5200’)/50;
  • D/4(5600’)/57;
  • E/4(7500’)/88
    

  Explore the twisty hilly roads of the Santa Cruz Mountains, including some long climbs and wonderful descents. All riders will climb to Summit Road via quiet picturesque Old Santa Cruz Road. B’s will explore some “out and backs” along the summit then lunch at the Summit Store (and B’s can easily take shortcuts to reduce the climbing). C’s, D’s and E’s descend to Scotts Valley for lunch at Erik’s Deli before tackling the Mountain Charlie climb. D’s add Rodeo Gulch, while the E’s take an extended route that adds Corralitos and Eureka Canyon. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Top of Lexington Dam (17201 Alma Bridge Road, Los Gatos, CA). Take Hwy 17 Southbound, exit at Bear Creek Road, cross over the freeway and get back on Hwy 17 Northbound, immediately exiting at Alma Bridge Road. Park at gravel parking area on dam. Rest rooms are available just past dam on right.

  
  

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• LDT FRIDAY RIDE: HOG CANYON LOOP C-/2 (2000')/36

  • When
    Fri, April 17, 2020
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Paso Robles, CA

  LDT FRIDAY RIDE: HOG CANYON LOOP

  C-/2 (2000')/36

  Come a bit early for the Paso Robles Weekend and join us for a moderately paced afternoon ride north of Paso Robles. Expect to be delighted by the views in this wide-open valley, a moderate loop through vineyards and range land. Shortcuts available to shorten the route to 33 miles/1700' (see route sheet). This is a social paced C- ride, but faster riders are welcome to form their own ride group at the start if desired.  There is NO FOOD OR WATER on the route, so bring extra water and snacks. No lunch stop, so plan on lunch before riding. There is a Mexican restaurant/taqueria at the highway exit and other food options in San Miguel. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See Saturday PASO ROBLES WEEKEND ride listing for logistics/registration information.

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

  MEETING TIME: 12:00 pm for 12:15 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: San Miguel Mission (775 Mission St, San Miguel, CA). Take 10^th Street/San Miguel Mission exit from US 101 South, left on 10^th St, R on Mission St. to Mission parking area. Start is 2.5-3.0 hours from Palo Alto without traffic. After the ride it is 8 miles to the Adelaide Inn in Paso Robles. 

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: PASO ROBLES WEEKEND B/2(2200’)/46; C/2(3200’)/61; D/2.5(4700’)/73; E/2.5(5200’)/83

  • When
    Sat, April 18, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Paso Robles, CA
  • Registered
    7 registrants

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  See additional ride listings for Friday afternoon, Sunday, and Monday. Please REGISTER for our 2-3 day weekends if possible - even if only coming for one day.

  LDT RIDE: PASO ROBLES WEEKEND

  • B/2(2200’)/46;
    
  • C/2(3200’)/61;
    
  • D/2.5(4700’)/73; 
  • E/2.5(5200’)/83

  NOTE: construction closures might alter our route. Our inland routes explore the wine country surrounding Paso Robles. After a scenic and enjoyable morning of rolling vineyards, most of the climbing comes after our lunch in San Miguel. D and E riders take loops up Hog Canyon and Klau Mine Road. For those of you who will not arrive Friday night, Paso Robles is a three hour drive from Palo Alto so start early. Rain may alter routes but will not cancel rides.  See additional ride listings for Friday, Sunday,  and Monday. Don’t miss out in 2020 – this ride is currently offered every two years!  Online route sheets/maps/gps. 

  INFO: Howard Shafer and Jacquette Ward (408-247-9980 or jhshafer@sbcglobal.net) and Guy Shuman (shumansteiner@gmail.com or 650-704-0895).
  

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Adelaide Inn (1215 Ysabel St., Paso Robles, CA). (Take Highway 101 south to Paso Robles. Exit Right at Highway 46/24th Street. The motel is on the right at Ysabel Street less than one block away).

  REGISTRATION: Please register on the web site (go to ride listing on online schedule) for our "2-3 day weekend" rides, so we can plan better. (Registration is not a strict requirement, so feel free to decide at the last minute if necessary.)

  ACCOMMODATIONS: Adelaide Inn (805-238-2770). Ask for Western Wheelers discounted rate. For 2020 the discount rate for Saturday/Sunday is Queen $138.60 plus taxes or King/2 Queen $156.60 plus taxes. (Lower rates for Thursday or Sunday night stays.) Numerous other accommodations available in Paso Robles - search online.

  REGISTRATION: Please register on the web site (go to ride listing on online schedule) for our "2-3 day weekend" rides, so we can plan better. (Registration is not a strict requirement, so feel free to decide at the last minute if necessary. Registered riders will receive detailed logistics information.)

  
  

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• LDT SUNDAY RIDE: PASO ROBLES – PEACHY CANYON B/2(1400’)/28; C/3(2500’)/35

  • When
    Sun, April 19, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Paso Robles, CA

  Please REGISTER if attending our two day weekend rides. See Saturday ride listing for registration.

  LDT SUNDAY RIDE: PASO ROBLES – PEACHY CANYON

  • B/2(1400’)/28;
    
  • C/3(2500’)/35

  Our Sunday jaunt will enjoy more springtime in wine country, exploring the area southwest of Paso Robles. The C route climbs beautiful Peachy Canyon with its two scenic summits, while the B route bypasses the climbs for an easier Sunday outing through the Paso Robles countryside. We will have separate B, C-, and C+ riding groups. No lunch stop - all groups should be back to the start by 1-2 pm. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See Saturday PASO ROBLES WEEKEND ride listing for logistics/registration information.

  INFO: Howard Shafer and Jacquette Ward (408-247-9980 or jhshafer@sbcglobal.net) and Guy Shuman (shumansteiner@gmail.com or 650-704-0895).

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Adelaide Inn in Paso Robles (see Saturday listing).

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• LDT MONDAY RIDE: CAYUCOS SANTA ROSA CREEK LOOP C-/3(3100')/42

  • When
    Mon, April 20, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    Cayucos - Paso Robles Area

  LDT MONDAY RIDE: CAYUCOS SANTA ROSA CREEK LOOP 

  • C-/3(3100')/42  

  Stay over in Paso Robles one more day for this fabulous coastside adventure – it is well worth the extra day! We'll extend our weekend sojourn with a modified version of the old LDT coastal route. The ride will start in Cayucos and includes a few long climbs that earn riders some great ocean views. We'll have lunch at a deli in Cambria then return on an easier route along the coast on Hwy 1. Social pace with regroups. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See Saturday PASO ROBLES WEEKEND ride listing for logistics/registration information.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:45 am for 10:00 departure (NOTE later start time)

  MEETING LOCATION:. Directions from Hwy 1; exit at Cayucos Drive, West on Cayucos Drive, L on Oceanfront Avenue and park along beach (156 Oceanfront Ave, Cayucos, CA). 

   

   

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• LDT RIDE: SKYLINE B/4(4700’)/45; C/4(5000’)/52; D/4(7000’)/60; E/4(8400’)/75

  • When
    Sat, April 25, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Saratoga, CA

  LDT RIDE: SKYLINE

  • B/4(4100’)/39;
  • C/4(4300’)/46;
  • D/4(7000’)/60;
  • E/4(8400’)/75 
    

  Revised B/C routes for 2020! Note water/restroom stop at new Castle Rock State Park entrance on Skyline! We’ll climb to Skyline via various routes. C’s climb Redwood Gulch, a 1.4 miles steep grade, while B, D, and E routes proceed directly up Hwy 9. All routes then enjoy a quiet ride south along the summit. E’s take a side trip to Lexington Reservoir via Black Road. B’s and C’s will return via Lexington Reservoir and the Los Gatos Creek Trail (there are some gravel sections on the trail) for lunch in the park in Los Gatos. D’s and E’s glide down to Boulder Creek for lunch then return via the beautiful redwoods of Big Basin State Park. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Saratoga High School (20300 Herriman Avenue, Saratoga, CA). Take Highway 85 to Saratoga-Sunnyvale Rd. exit. Turn south (right turn coming from Palo Alto); left on Herriman; right into school.

  
  

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• LDT FRIDAY RIDE: SUGARLOAF PARK LOOP C-/2.5(1800’)/32

  • When
    Fri, May 01, 2020
  •  
    11:15 AM
  • Location
    Santa Rosa, CA.

  LDT FRIDAY RIDE: SUGARLOAF PARK LOOP 

  • C-/2.5(1800’)/32
    

  Come a bit early for the Cazadero LDT Weekend and enjoy an afternoon loop ride from Santa Rosa to Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. The ride includes a steep one mile climb up to the Park headquarters, but this can be easily skipped. This is an afternoon ride that will meet at 11:15 am for an 11:30 am departure. We should be back by about 3:00 pm when we’ll continue on to Casini Ranch Campground, which is about a one hour drive from Howarth Park. This is a social paced C ride. No lunch break, but we’ll stop at a market for snacks/drinks or bring your own. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See Saturday CAZADERO WEEKEND ride listing for logistics/registration information.

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

  MEETING TIME:11:15 am for 11:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Howarth Park (630 Summerfield Rd., Santa Rosa, CA). From US 101 take CA 12 East to end of freeway, L on Farmers Lane, R on Sonoma Ave, L on Summerfield Rd, R into Howarth Park (Park in main lot by lake). Driving time from Palo Alto is about 2.0 hours. There is a restroom and water at the start.

  ACCOMODATIONS: See Saturday ride listing for registration information and accommodation information.

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: CAZADERO WEEKEND B+/4(3000’)/32; C/4(5500’)/50; D/4(6700’)/66; E/4(8100’)/82

  • When
    Sat, May 02, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Duncans Mills, CA
  • Registered
    11 registrants

  Register

  See additional ride listings for Friday afternoon and Sunday. Please REGISTER for our 2-3 day weekends if possible - even if only coming for one day. No charge if not camping.
  

  LDT RIDE: CAZADERO WEEKEND

  • B+/4(3000’)/32;
  • C/4(5500’)/50;
  • D/4(6700’)/66;
  • E/4(8100’)/82
    

  NOTE CAMPING REGISTRATION DEADLINE! Join us for our annual spring campout and some spectacular riding north of the Russian River. This is a hilly ride for all groups (B riders should be fairly strong B riders). After wandering North along Austin Creek Road, B riders will take the direct route to the coast over hilly Fort Ross Road then descend beautiful Meyers Grade. C/D/E riders will climb the breath-taking King Ridge Rd. Bring food and enough water for 35 to 45 miles between facilities, as potential lunch stops are near the end of the ride. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See additional ride listings for Friday and Sunday.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Gold Coast Coffee & Bakery (25377 Steelhead Blvd, Duncans Mills, CA). Take 101 North to Santa Rosa, exit on River Rd heading West. Follow River Rd into Guerneville. Go straight at the stop sign in Guerneville. Note: In Guerneville River Rd becomes Main St, then Main St becomes River Rd/Hwy 116. Continue on River Rd/Hwy 116 to Duncans Mills. Turn Left on Moscow Rd. Park on the street - not in front of the merchants. Driving time from Palo Alto is about 2.5 hours. There is a restroom at the start.

  ACCOMMODATIONS:  We have reserved a nice group campsite (limited to 40 campers) at Casini Ranch Campground (casiniranch.com) for Friday and Saturday nights, which is less than a mile from the Saturday ride start and only 2.5 miles from the Sunday start in Monte Rio (information/rates below). We encourage camping, but for hotels there are several small hotels/B&B’s in Monte Rio. Occidental Hotel (3610 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA) is about 10 miles away in Occidental (occidentalhotel.com). We’ll have happy hour and a potluck BBQ at Casini Ranch Campground on Saturday evening (also open to anyone staying in other accommodations). On Sunday our ride will start in Monte Rio (note later ride start time on Sunday).

  CAMPING:  Unfortunately camping fees at Casini Ranch have gone up substantially for 2020. Our group campsite requires advance registration/payment – full payment is required by 4/20/20.  No refunds (or transfers) after Monday 4/20/20 for any reason.

      Cost - $60 per person (total for 2 nights)

                 $45 per person (one night only)

  NOTE: EACH PERSON REGISTERS SEPARATELY!

      Payment options:

  1.      Via PalPal (Bank accounts - NO credit cards/debit cards) to Guy Shuman at: shumansteiner@gmail.com

  2.      Via Zelle (bank transfer) to Guy Shuman at: shumansteiner@gmail.com

  3.      Paper check payable to Guy Shuman mailed to:

       Guy Shuman

       3385 Truman Avenue

       Mountain View, CA 94040.

    

  (Registered riders will receive detailed logistics/check-in information a few days before the event.)

  REGISTRATION: Registration is required if camping - click "REGISTER" button on left. Please register even if just coming for the day (no charge if not camping).

  
  

  
  

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• LDT SUNDAY RIDE: MONTE RIO TO GUERNEVILLE B/3(2200’)/29; C/4(3000’)/33; D/3.5(4000’)/51

  • When
    Sun, May 03, 2020
  •  
    9:45 AM
  • Location
    Monte Rio, CA

  LDT SUNDAY RIDE: MONTE RIO TO GUERNEVILLE

  • B/3(2200’)/29;
  • C/4(3000’)/33;
  • D/3.5(4000’)/51 
    

  Our Sunday ride will start in Monte Rio, about 2.5 miles from the Casini Ranch Campground. Join us for an exploration of the deep forests, canyons, and rolling hills surrounding Occidental. We’ll stop for treats at an amazing country bakery in Freestone and have lunch at the Coffee Bazaar in Guerneville.  There will be separate B, C-, C+, and D ride groups as needed. The D route includes the tough, but beautiful, 1.5 mile climb from the ocean to Coleman Valley (see online route sheets). Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps. See Saturday CAZADERO WEEKEND ride listing for logistics/registration information.

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

  MEETING TIME: Note late start time: 9:45 am for 10:00 departure. (This allows time for campers to pack up their gear.)

  MEETING LOCATION:Monte Rio Public Beach parking lot by bridge (20396 Bohemian Highway, Monte Rio, CA). From Casini Ranch (3 miles) - L on Moscow Road, L on Main St, L across bridge, L into parking lot.

  ACCOMODATIONS: See Saturday ride listing for registration information and accommodation information.

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: MT. DIABLO B/4(4400’)/46; C/4(5400’)/58; D/4(6800’)/67; E/4(7000’)/76

  • When
    Sat, May 09, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Danville, CA

  LDT RIDE: MT. DIABLO

  • B/4(4400’)/46;
  • C/4(5400’)/58;
  • D/4(6800’)/67;
  • E/4(7000’)/76
    

  Enjoy fabulous views as all groups climb to the summit of Mt. Diablo. D’s and E’s will then get away from it all on remote Morgan Territory Road after lunching in Clayton. E route adds loop to Livermore and includes Collier Canyon. B’s and C’s will lunch in Walnut Creek then return via regional bike trails to the start. C’s add a loop/climb on Reliez Valley Road. Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Diablo Vista Park (Tassajara Ranch Dr, Danville, CA), corner of Crow Canyon & Tassajara Ranch Dr. in San Ramon (about 3 miles east on Crow Canyon after exiting from I-680).

  
  

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• LDT RIDE: MT. TAMALPAIS B/4(4500’)/51; C/4(5400’)/57; D/4(5900’)/71; E/4(6600’)/79

  • When
    Sat, May 16, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    San Raphael, CA

  LDT RIDE: MT. TAMALPAIS
  

  • B/4(4500’)/51;
  • C/4(5400’)/57;
  • D/4(5900’)/71;
  • E/4(6600’)/79
    

  Ride the varied terrain of southern Marin County. All routes approach Mt. Tamalpais from the northwest via Fairfax-Bolinas and Ridgecrest Blvd. The C, D, and E routes include a climb to the summit. B and C riders descend to lunch in Mill Valley then return via a loop on Point San Pedro Road past China Camp State Park. D and E riders loop west to Point Reyes Station for lunch then return via Nicasio Valley and Lucas Valley Rd.  B and C routes have shortcut options (see route sheets online). Rain cancels. Online route sheets/maps/gps.

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

  MEETING TIME: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION: Marin County Civic Center (Armory Drive, San Rafael, CA). From the Golden Gate Bridge take 101 north approximately 14 miles to North San Pedro Road. Exit eastbound, and turn left at Civic Center Drive (first stop light). Turn right onto Armory Drive which leads into the large parking lot.

  
  

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

  • When
    Mon, May 25, 2020
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • Location
    Cataldi Park, San Jose, CA

  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 lunch at the summit observatory, 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. (Candy/cold soft drinks are available in vending machines.) 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: 9:15 am for 9:30 departure

  MEETING LOCATION:  Meet at NE corner of Cataldi Park (2920 Cataldi Drive, San Jose, CA). Directions: Hwy 237 east, I-880 south, Montague Expressway east, right on Morrill Ave., right on Cataldi Dr.

  
  

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