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This is our traditional EZ Rider. We‘ll ride down the bike trail to the restrooms in Wm. Pond Park and back to Gold River, for an easy 20-mile loop at the speed of your choice. we can enjoy coffee and snacks on the Starbuck‘s patio or lunch at the Deli or Jacks to catch up after the ride. Sacramento County C19 requirements will be followed; don‘t forget a mask to wear inside Starbuck‘s.

Tuesdy evening ride - Since this is our first evening ride in a while, we will be taking it easy. Maybe, only 20-25 miles to start.

The club didn‘t open in time for Cinco de Mayo, so this is a make up ride - Dos de Junio. We‘ll ride from Gold River to La Fiesta Taqueria in Folsom (https://www.lafiestaaltena.com/folsom/). Portions are large, so you may want to split a meal with someone or be prepared to take left-overs home!! We expect to sit outside on the patio, but you need to order indoors, so you may want to bring a mask (not sure what the restaurant‘s rules are). Two routes are available: 30 miles-Grade D (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31159784) and 38 miles-Grade C (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31159807). Only the short route will be swept. NOTE: 8AM START!!!

Ready for a different riding adventure? Come join us on a fast paced, no cue sheet ride. There is no set route or destination. The group will determine the coffee stop and general direction at the beginning of the ride. The ride will be anywhere from 45 to 65 miles and can be flat or up to 3,000 ft of elevation. The coffee break is typically not until 30 miles or so into the ride. The ride will not be swept, riders will be expected to be able to maintain a 15-17 mph pace over the course of the ride. This means on the flat the pace will be anywhere from 19 to 22 mph. While we welcome all riders, unless you are able to keep up with the pace and distance, this is probably not the right ride for you. It is, however a great opportunity to improve your riding or training for an event.

Guest Speaker: Dave Snyder from Cal Bike

See May 13th

Let‘s head to Peets on Douglas. There will be 2 routes; the long will not be swept. I would like to attempt a staggered start so we don‘t overwhelm them so I hope some of you will be willing to leave about 15 min early! Please be prepared with plenty of water and snacks in case Peets is crowded. This is an intermediate C Ride so be mindful of the climbing and length of the ride please. Peets 1A- 36 miles, 1160 feet climbing: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28672553 Peets 1B-42 miles, 1671 feet climbing: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28665987

For advanced riders. Grade B. Ready for a different riding adventure? Come join us on a fast paced, no cue sheet ride. There is no set route or destination. The group will determine the coffee stop and general direction at the beginning of the ride. The ride will be anywhere from 45 to 65 miles and can be flat or up to 3,000 ft of elevation. The coffee break is typically not until 30 miles or so into the ride. The ride will not be swept, however we do re-group as necessary. If one rider stops we all stop. Riders will be expected to be able to maintain a 15-17 mph pace over the course of the ride. This means on the flat the pace will be anywhere from 19 to 22 mph. While we welcome all riders, unless you are able to keep up with the pace and distance, this is probably not the right ride for you. It is, however a great opportunity to improve your riding or training for an event.

For advanced riders. Grade B. Ready for a different riding adventure? Come join us on a fast paced, no cue sheet ride. There is no set route or destination. The group will determine the coffee stop and general direction at the beginning of the ride. The ride will be anywhere from 45 to 65 miles and can be flat or up to 3,000 ft of elevation. The coffee break is typically not until 30 miles or so into the ride. The ride will not be swept, however we do re-group as necessary. If one rider stops we all stop. Riders will be expected to be able to maintain a 15-17 mph pace over the course of the ride. This means on the flat the pace will be anywhere from 19 to 22 mph. While we welcome all riders, unless you are able to keep up with the pace and distance, this is probably not the right ride for you. It is, however a great opportunity to improve your riding or training for an event.

Record the number of times you climbed the hills of your choice for the month with an RSVP to this event. Include as many as you wish to log. You can also add the elevation of the hills, distance and best time. When you click on RSVP Yes, a new screen will appear. Add your information in the comment box and click RSVP Yes again. I will compile and input the information in a spreadsheet with a year to date total that will be shared on our website for the participants to see. You can revise your information by 10:00 PM of the final day to log your climbs with another RSVP, but any previous text will be erased. Enjoy your climbs and be safe on the descents!

For advanced riders. Grade B. Ready for a different riding adventure? Come join us on a fast paced, no cue sheet ride. There is no set route or destination. The group will determine the coffee stop and general direction at the beginning of the ride. The ride will be anywhere from 45 to 65 miles and can be flat or up to 3,000 ft of elevation. The coffee break is typically not until 30 miles or so into the ride. The ride will not be swept, however we do re-group as necessary. If one rider stops we all stop. Riders will be expected to be able to maintain a 15-17 mph pace over the course of the ride. This means on the flat the pace will be anywhere from 19 to 22 mph. While we welcome all riders, unless you are able to keep up with the pace and distance, this is probably not the right ride for you. It is, however a great opportunity to improve your riding or training for an event.

This is our traditional EZ Rider. We'll ride down the bike trail to the restrooms in Wm. Pond Park and back to Gold River, for an easy 20-mile loop at the speed of your choice. No food at mid point, but optional lunch after the ride (up to each rider). Sacramento County C19 requirements will be followed; don't forget a mask to wear inside Starbuck's, Deli or Jacks if required by establishment.

Tuesday Evening Ride - our 2nd ride. 20-30 mile ride. Lets still take it easy for now?

Mainly city streets to Weatherstones on 21st St., Sacramento, 8:00 a.m , Five Points Shopping Ctr, Approximately 25 miles, easy/flat. Expect a few turns and sharing the road or alley with cars, pedestrians or other cyclists. Larry Robinson, pinkdoglarry@gmail.com; 916-213-1799

For advanced riders. Grade B. Ready for a different riding adventure? Come join us on a fast paced, no cue sheet ride. There is no set route or destination. The group will determine the coffee stop and general direction at the beginning of the ride. The ride will be anywhere from 45 to 65 miles and can be flat or up to 3,000 ft of elevation. The coffee break is typically not until 30 miles or so into the ride. The ride will not be swept, however we do re-group as necessary. If one rider stops we all stop. Riders will be expected to be able to maintain a 15-17 mph pace over the course of the ride. This means on the flat the pace will be anywhere from 19 to 22 mph. While we welcome all riders, unless you are able to keep up with the pace and distance, this is probably not the right ride for you. It is, however a great opportunity to improve your riding or training for an event.

All routes start together. At 6.2 miles the Fun D16 route bypasses the Empire Ranch loop then cuts down at the Johnny Cash Trail. The D24s ride the ER loop, cross the dam, and U-turn at Beals Pt. One D24 uses an ARBT return and the other uses Folsom Blvd. Both D24s can be extended to D30 by looping to the fish hatchery. D16 > https://ridewithgps.com/routes/_____? D24-ARBT> https://ridewithgps.com/routes/_______? D24-FM Blvd> https://ridewithgps.com/routes/______?
(The starting point has shifted 100 yards north, but the routes are the same FRA)

There are only a few hills on this scenic cruise down American River drive joining up with California Ave and pedaling past Effie Yeaw nature park. On the return there i is will be a stop at the Main Event restaurant at Ancil Hoffman golf course. They offer full breakfasts and coffee/beer. We will return via the bike trail and across Guy West bridge to Scottish Rite. Approximately 23 miles. Ride will be swept.

Scottish Rite is a vaccination center but I have cruised by many times and the parking lot is about 25% full.
Cue sheets will be provided and available. It will be a group ride and we’ll try to stay together and the ride will be swept.

My email is tnider73050@gmail.com and cell is 9165052223.

For advanced riders. Grade B. Ready for a different riding adventure? Come join us on a fast paced, no cue sheet ride. There is no set route BUT our destination is Loomis Bru. The group will determine the general direction at the beginning of the ride. The ride will be anywhere from 45 to 65 miles and can be flat or up to 3,000 ft of elevation. The coffee break is typically not until 30 miles or so into the ride. The ride will not be swept, however we do re-group as necessary. If one rider stops we all stop. Riders will be expected to be able to maintain a 15-17 mph pace over the course of the ride. This means on the flat the pace will be anywhere from 19 to 22 mph. While we welcome all riders, unless you are able to keep up with the pace and distance, this is probably not the right ride for you. It is, however a great opportunity to improve your riding or training for an event.

We will cruise some back roads in Granite Bay and Loomis with a coffee stop at the Flower Farm. Both short and long are C routes defined as: Moderate - Hilly; a challenge for the average rider. Long may not be swept, TBD, so please plan on riding with a friend. Please bring water and snacks in case Flower Farm is crowded!
Flower Farm 3A: C 33.5, 1551 elevation gain: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29687104
Flower Farm 3B: C 42.3, 1906 elevation gain: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29695953

Beat the heat this week with a climb up Baxter Grade to Auburn from Rocklin. The total length of the ride is 51 miles with about 3000 ft of climbing. Meet at the Bel Air Shopping Center on the corner of Stanford Ranch Rd and Sunset Blvd for a 8:00 A.M. start. I'll update the post with the RWGPS route. I'm also working on a shorter route with less climbing that bypasses Baxter Grade and goes up Wise Rd to Ophir. The long route will be swept. The short route travels for a very short length on I-80 from Ophir Road to Maple St. Both routes have the same return down Shirland Tract. You may see a difference in elevation and mileage when comparing Garmin with RWGPS.
Short Route 46.5 miles with 2600 ft of climbing - Pour Choice -1A (via Wise Road) https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36389610
Long Route 50.9 miles with 3000 ft of climbing - Pour Choice - 1B (via Baxter Grade)
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36387559

This is our traditional EZ Rider. We'll ride down the bike trail to the restrooms in Wm. Pond Park and back to Gold River, for an easy 20-mile loop at the speed of your choice. No food at mid point, but optional lunch after the ride (up to each rider). Sacramento County C19 requirements will be followed; don't forget a mask to wear inside Starbuck's, Deli or Jacks if required by establishment.

Tuesday Evening Ride - 20-30 mile ride. Maybe we can do a little climbing?

All routes start together. At 6.2 miles the Fun D16 route bypasses the Empire Ranch loop then cuts down at the Johnny Cash Trail. The D24s ride the ER loop, cross the dam, and U-turn at Beals Pt. One D24 uses an ARBT return and the other uses Folsom Blvd. Both D24s can be extended to D30 by looping to the fish hatchery. D16 > https://ridewithgps.com/routes/_____? D24-ARBT> https://ridewithgps.com/routes/_______? D24-FM Blvd> https://ridewithgps.com/routes/______?
(The starting point has shifted 100 yards north, but the routes are the same FRA)

Start at Bill Conlin Youth Sports Complex, ride to Sacramento Zoo and around the area. easy ride some small hills. approx 22 miles.

In Celebration of Fathers Day let's wander through Folsom's Oak Parkway trail then go up the Johnny Cash trail and over to Green Valley Rd before a bit of Francisco Drive. Then up Malcolm Dixon Rd and Green Valley Rd on your way to ride the new Silver Springs Parkway to get to Wow Wow Lemonade. Then enjoy a gentle ride through Serrano to see the beautiful homes on your way to the new Saratoga Way followed by descending Iron Point on the way back to the Broadstone Marketplace This a C ride (because of the heat some may think it is a B ride) and the length is 31.1 miles with 2,362 feet of gentle climbing. Link to the route is
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36320737

Start at Bill Conlin Youth Sports Complex, ride to Sacramento Zoo and around the area. Monday easy ride some small hills. 22 miles.

This is our traditional EZ Rider. We'll ride down the bike trail to the restrooms in Wm. Pond Park and back to Gold River, for an easy 20-mile loop at the speed of your choice. Unfortunately, Rubio's in Gold River is now closed, so we can enjoy coffee and snacks on the Starbuck's patio and catch up after the ride.

Tuesday Evening Ride- 20-30 mile ride. Lets see how everyone is feeling today and decide.

Wed, June 23, 2021

Start Time: 8:00 AM

Grade: F-Flat-29 "As if any route is really flat"

Possibly a 150 feet of elevation gain


We will take city streets to Carols in West Sacramento for breakfast.This is not a 100% bike trail route so be prepared for sharing the road with cars in some congested areas. On the return we will be primarily on the American River Bike Trail from Old Sacramento to the Harrington exit. All of the roads we are using will be paved and many will have a bike lane.


Start Location: Meet at Five Points Shopping Center at Arden Way and Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael


Contact Info: Larry Robinson 916-213-1799 pinkdoglarry@gmail.com

All routes start together. At 6.2 miles the Fun D16 route bypasses the Empire Ranch loop then cuts down at the Johnny Cash Trail. The D25s ride the ER loop, cross the dam, and U-turn at Beals Pt. One D25 uses an ARBT return and the other uses Folsom Blvd. Both D25s can be extended to D30 by looping to the fish hatchery. On HOT! days you are encouraged to ride the loop before 9 AM or drop doing it. D16 > https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36332903 D25-ARBT> https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36332453 D25-FM Blvd> https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36333002
After the ride, we'll eat at Mel's Diner.

Street route to Coffee Republic or Julians or McDonalds. Long route may not be swept, TBD, so bring a buddy! Please also bring snacks/water in case venues are crowded. Coffee Republic 6A: 37 miles: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31594426 CR 6B: 41 miles: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31816038

Join us as we meander on streets through Carmichael and Citrus Heights to Crepes and Burgers at 8000 Auburn Blvd, Citrus Heights for breakfast. Here are the RWGPS links: D31 - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36436195 and C41 - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36436226. The routes include a fair number of turns in order to stay off busy roads so I highly recommend that you download the route so you can have audible cues as you ride. Note: I will be sweeping the short route.