4/23/22 - B Ride - Mt Umunhum
Peloton,
It is time to put our small gears on our bikes and get ready for the climb of Mt. Umunhum. I have done this climb 2x, and the full climb from the left just over the Hicks Bridge to the tippy top and the Cube has taken 1:03+ and 1:07+. It is a hard climb that starts really steep so plan accordingly. I don't think I am in as good shape as last year so I hope I am not much slower. Last year we did the ride in early June and suffered from a lack of hydration so this year the weather should not be as hot and we also have Johnathan taking refreshments and food to the top for us!!
Attached is a profile of the climb with gradients, etc. I expect to see this on everybody's stem Saturday. :-)
Route:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36276515
Metrics:
65.3 mi
6686 ft.
max grade: 18.2%
Normal Rules Apply / See Below
Start:
Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
https://g.page/losaltoschamber?share
Time:
Saturday 9am. Leave at 9:10am
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. We are using a new process now, and it is all electronic. There is no need to sign a form, scan and email to the team. Instead you can use Bikereg. It is free of charge. Use the attached QR Code to initiate the process to sign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
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 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 must always wear a helmet. Riders are encouraged to wear a helmet on AV rides and 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
No sitting on the top tube for descending
