Alto Velo C Ride Dec 17 ‘22
Peloton
Taking a lead from Jerry’s great thoughts, let’s try and stay in the sun as much as possible. All the hills are full sunlight.
There is intent when designing the ride to make sure we have a warm up and so I force us through some different streets / trails so we can look at scenery and slowly loosen / warm up. There is also intent this week to try and stay warm by minimizing the length of climbs / descents / regroups. Of course, I like my variety and so there is just a little of that.
The forecast for 9am in Palo Alto tomorrow is 42. Today is was 35 at 9am. Let’s keep warm. :-) I hope many can stay for a tea / coffee post ride and enjoy the holiday spirit.
Start: Summit Bicycles in Palo Alto
Date/Time: Saturday, 12/17 @ 9am (leave 9:15 am)
Route: Stanford / MP Warm Up - Canada / Bunker Hill / Westridge
2700 ft climbing
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!) and all participants must sign an annual waiver.
Helmets required, no sudden lateral moves, call out hazards, call out mechanical problems, avoid The Slinky, …
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.
Protocol: double paceline when conditions allow, jam as hard as you like on the climbs, occasional sprint OK, soft pedal for an in-flight regroup when separated. Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speed. Bring two water bottles. On the C Ride we emphasize group riding skills & communication in a supportive, controlled environment.
We will keep the group together when not climbing nor descending.
