5/29/22 - B Ride - Steve Esswein Classic Modified

Peloton,

I am back. Kind of. Still not feeling it completely but we will give it a try.  I feel compelled to come back because of all the flats, mechanicals and an accident that occurred while I was gone.  Please, no more of that.

We can focus on etiquette again on this ride which means over communicate.  Talk about obstacles, point them out, don't overlap wheels and help out others.

On with the ride / route:

Alto Velo B Ride will meet at Lincoln Park in Los Altos Saturday at 9:00.

• Vaccination required

• Non-Alto Velo Club members must complete the non-member waiver process below

• First timers should review the etiquette & safety guidelines below

B Ride

Time: Saturday, gather at 9am, rolling by 9:10am

Start: Lincoln Park Gazebo in Los Altos 

Route

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37565877

50mi, 4170ft climbing

Non - Members:

Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at:

https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver

Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.

Ride etiquette:

 • Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.

 • Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.

 • Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.

 • Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.

 • Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.

 • Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.

 • If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you

Ride safety:

 • Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.

 • Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.  

 • Riders are always responsible for their own safety.  If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.

 • Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.

 • Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.

 • If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.

 • Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.

 • Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.

 • Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.

 • No Aero Bar use