C Ride
Alto Velo Saturday morning rides now start at Summit Bicycles on California Ave in Palo Alto.
Summit is Alto Velo's Sponsoring bike shop. Another big plus to the new start location, Terun, also a Alto Velo Sponsor, is just up the street with fabulous Italian food & attentive service.
On the C Ride (formerly known as the “Peet's Ride”) we enjoy a more moderate workout than the other Alto Velo rides (tho’ a workout it is). We practice group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled paceline.
Start: Saturdays 9:00am from Summit Bicycles at 392 California Ave in Palo Alto, rolling at 9:15am, a few minutes after the B Ride departs
Pace: Double paceline when conditions allow, jamming as hard as you like on the climbs, sticking together otherwise. On most C Ride routes riders can skip the climbs, if desired, by waiting for the group at regroup points
Regroups: We regroup at the top and bottom of hills and recover after every climb
Example route: https://www.strava.com/routes/2977827685383107158 (click here to see more)
The C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules and all participants must sign an annual waiver.
New riders welcome!
If you’re a new rider or haven’t done a group ride before, there are many critical things that one needs to know about biking in general & about group biking in particular, some of them not so obvious. It's a good idea to learn these not-the-hard-way 😉.
Check out this blog post “How to avoid being that rider”: https://trainright.com/14-group-ride-etiquette-tips-avoid-guy-girl/
To improve your group riding skills, consider joining a skills clinic. Lorri Lown's road biking clinics have worked for many: https://savvybike.com/clinics-and-camps-new/
A simple bike fit might also make a huge difference to your comfort & safety on the bike. For instance, many riders don't feel comfortable riding “in the drops” of the handlebars. However, riding in the drops offers, by far, the most overall control & braking ease. Alto Velo sponsor Agile Physical Therapy offers bike fit assessments.
See below for details of the next ride as well as past rides.
Alto Velo C Ride Nov19’22
Starts at Summit Bicycles in Palo Alto
Route
https://www.strava.com/routes/3028558160709008392
40 miles, 3.1k' vertical.
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.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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 separate
Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speed
Bring two water bottles
Route highlights: Old La Honda, 84E, The Maze, lower Jefferson, Portola Valley, Arastradero
Regroups: first regroup at bottom of OLH, next regroup will be called out at each regroup (end of each major ascent and descent), rolling regroups where needed
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.
AV C Ride - The Usual 11/12
Join in for The Usual & take on these oft ridden & challenging climbs.
The Usual Route - From Summit Bikes, Cal Ave, PA
https://www.strava.com/routes/3010280881850985384
42 miles, 2.9k' vertical.
Pls check in with me when you arrive at Summit.
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.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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.
Route highlights: Los Altos Hills, Altamont, lower Page Mill, Arastradero, Alpine, Huddart Park
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop.
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.
AV C Ride for 11/5 - Sawyer Camp Route
Hi,
On this Saturday’s AV C ride we’ll enjoy The Sawyer Camp Route. This is an excellent route for us to practice steady pace-lining as the miles roll by.
AV C Ride - Sawyer Camp Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40386865
49 miles, 3,100' vertical.
Pls check in with me when you arrive at the ride start. More deets below. Do review them.
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
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.
AV C Ride
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA Summit is Alto Velo's Sponsoring bike shop.
Protocol: Double paceline where conditions allow, jamming as hard as you like on the 3 climbs (2nd Sandhill bump, Crystal Springs Rd., Huddart), regrouping & sticking together otherwise. Bring two water bottles as the first stop for water is the Water Temple on the return at mile 26.
Route: Park, Stanford Campus, Sandhill, Manzanita, Woodside, Canada, Bike Path, Polhemus, Crystal Springs Rd., 35 (short), 92 (short, on shoulder), Canada, Olive Hill, Kings, Greer, Kings, Mtn Home, Portola, Alpine, Junipera Serra, Stanford Rd
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40386865
Regroups: Woodside, Canada X Bike Path (tho the goal is to stick together paceling on Canada), Crystal Springs Trailhead, Water Temple (again, all should be together at this point), Woodside Store, Alpine, Page Mill
The AV C Ride offers a more moderate workout than the other Alto Velo rides (tho a workout it is). Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled paceline are emphasized. When not on designated climbs, we aim to keep the group together.
Helmets required, no sudden lateral moves, call out hazards, call out mechanical problems, avoid The Slinky, …
AV C Ride for Oct 27’22
Interested in joining a ride focused on fun and enjoyment with twists and turns on local roads that you didn’t know existed? Looking for that Chill Ride (C Ride) that will excite and thrill without the scare? Join us.I will be leading this week and of course throwing in some nice curves in the tour - Ed Stewart
Starts at Summit Bicycles in Palo Alto
Route
Roads Less Traveled
42.5 miles, 2.9k' vertical.
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.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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 separate
Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speed
Bring two water bottles
Route highlights: Polhemus Road, Sawyer Camp Trail, Huddart Park
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop
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.
Ed Stewart
AV C Ride for Oct22’22
Starts at Summit Bicycles in Palo Alto
Route
https://www.strava.com/routes/3018743966118551020
45 miles, 3k' vertical.
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.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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 separate
Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speed
Bring two water bottles
Route highlights: Polhemus Road, Sawyer Camp Trail, Huddart Park
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop
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.
AV C Ride - End with Alpine, 10/15
This Saturday’s Alto Velo C ride will be following the particularly enjoyable End with Alpine route. Expected return to Summit Bicycles is about 12:30pm.
End with Alpine Route
https://www.strava.com/routes/2977827685383107158
41mi, 3.1kft
Eric will be leading, pls check in with him when you arrive at Summit. Introduce yourself to the group.
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.
In addition to the picnic and other social events, Alto Velo Membership benefits include useful discounts on our sponsors services & products & opportunities to give back on behalf of the cycling community.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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 separate. Regroup at the top of major climbs and bottom of significant descents — everyone descends at their own safe speed
Bring two water bottles.
Route highlights: Two short spicy climbs, Huddart & Alpine, with ample opportunity to paceline elsewhere.
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop.
On the C Ride we emphasize group riding skills & communication in a supportive, controlled environment. We will keep the group together when not climbing or descending.
AV C Ride - The Rez loop, 10/8
This Saturday’s Alto Velo’s C ride will be going around Stevens Creek reservoir and returning to Summit Bicycles about 12:30pm.
The Rez loop
https://www.strava.com/routes/3013282307531306728
39mi 3,200ft
Eric will be leading, pls check in with him when you arrive at Summit. Introduce yourself to the group.
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.
In addition to the picnic and other social events, Alto Velo Membership benefits include useful discounts on our sponsors services & products & opportunities to give back on behalf of the cycling community.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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 separate
Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speed
Bring two water bottles.
Route highlights: Short climbs through Los Alto hills, regroup @ the quarry, back roads to Rancho San Antonio, regroup @ the water tank. Water stop in the park. Out of the park and around reservoir, a fast decent to Pierce. a short steep climb to Parker Ranch, another fast decent to Prospect then back to Summit. There may be an audible if the group is willing
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop.
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.
AV C Ride for Saturday, October 1, '22 - The Usual Route
Ironically, it’s been over two months since the group enjoyed The Usual Route. So this Saturday, Christy will lead just that. Join in for The Usual & take on these oft ridden & challenging climbs.
The Usual Route - From Summit Bikes, Cal Ave, PA
https://www.strava.com/routes/3010280881850985384
42 miles, 2.9k' vertical.
Pls check in with Christy when you arrive at Summit.
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.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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.
Route highlights: Los Altos Hills, Altamont, lower Page Mill, Arastradero, Alpine, Huddart Park
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop.
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.
Seems the word about the AV C ride is getting around
AV C Ride for Saturday, Sep24’22
Starts at Summit Bicycles in Palo Alto
Route
https://www.strava.com/routes/3008037182071392626
42 miles, 3.4k' vertical.
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.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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 separate
Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speed
Bring two water bottles
Route highlights: Los Altos Hills, Altamont, lower Page Mill, Arastradero, Alpine, Huddart Park
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop
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.
AV C Ride - The Rez loop
Sep 14 Written By Eric Forster
Alto Velo’s C ride will be going around Stevens Creek reservoir. We should get back to Summit Bicycles by 12:30pm.
The Rez loop
http://www.strava.com/routes/3004989917176249572
40mi 3000ft
Pls check in with me when you arrive at Summit. Introduce yourself to the group.
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.
In addition to the picnic and other social events, Alto Velo Membership benefits include useful discounts on our sponsors services & products & opportunities to give back on behalf of the cycling community.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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 separate
Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speed
Bring two water bottles.
Route highlights: Short climbs through Los Alto hills, regroup @ the quarry, back roads to Rancho San Antonio, regroup @ the water tank. Water stop in the park. Out of the park and around reservoir, a fast decent to Pierce. a short steep climb to Parker Ranch, another fast decent to Prospect then back to Summit. There may be an audible if the group is willing
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop.
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.
Eric Forster
AV C Ride for Saturday, September 10, '22 - Alpine, Not Jefferson, Route
Alto Velo’s highlight of the season, the Club Picnic, is this Saturday afternoon. To make sure that Club members have time to organize & get to the picnic, I will lead the slightly shorter Alpine, Not Jefferson, route. Will be a nice time on the bike and after. We should get back to Summit Bicycles by 12:30pm.
Alpine, Not Jefferson, Route
https://www.strava.com/routes/2977827685383107158
41mi, 3.1kft
Pls check in with me when you arrive at Summit.
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.
In addition to the picnic and other social events, Alto Velo Membership benefits include useful discounts on our sponsors services & products & opportunities to give back on behalf of the cycling community.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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 separate
Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speed
Bring two water bottles.
Route highlights: Two short spicy climbs, Huddart & Alpine, with ample opportunity to paceline elsewhere.
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop.
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.
AV C Ride for Saturday, September 3, '22 - Warm Weather Route
In light of the heat advisory, this week Christy will lead a moderately paced, shorter AV C ride up Stevens Cyn and thru Los Altos Hills. Then post-ride, the group plans to grab a bite a little further up Cal Ave at Vitality Bowls. Will be a nice time on the bike and after.
AV C - Warm Weather Route
https://www.strava.com/routes/2999857332016708770
39 mi, 2,400’Pls check in with Christy when you arrive at the ride start.
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.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.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 separate
Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speedBring two water bottles.
Route highlights: Partly shaded Stevens Canyon and the Los Altos Hills
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop
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.
AV C Ride for Saturday, Aug27’22 - Steven’s Canyon / Montalvo
This week we will explore a new route, and head south. The hills will be small and not extended, and light. Only 2800+ft of climbing. I am aiming for a social ride where we keep the majority of the group together and within minutes of each other. We can shorten the regroups (so nobody gets cold, haha), and draft of each other. Additionally, you have Ed Stewart leading this week, and he likes to keep it novel so look at the route.
Route
47.4 mi, 2839 ft
Start:
Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
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 separate
Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speed
Bring two water bottles
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop
One 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.
AV C Ride for Saturday, Aug20’22 - Start Summit Bikes in Palo Alto
This week we will explore a new route. You should be on your toes so you can keep me on my toes! 😁
Route
https://www.strava.com/routes/2995865054574334058
40 miles, 3.4k' vertical.
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.
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA
Summit is Alto Velo's sponsoring bike shop.
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 separate
Regroup at the top of every major climb and every significant descent — everyone descends at their own safe speed
Bring two water bottles
Route highlights: Black Mountain, Altamont, Page Mill, Alpine, Old La Honda, Canada College
Regroups: will complement rolling regroups with stops every 10-15mi, next stop will be called out at each stop
One 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.
Jeff Bennett
AV C Ride for Saturday, 8/13 - The Usual Route - Start Summit Bikes in Palo Alto
This week's ride will take the time honored The Usual Route which features 4 intermediate climbs that riders are welcome to attack as hard as you like, with regroups after each climb.
AV C - The Usual Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40205788
40 miles, 3k' vertical.
Eric will lead this week, pls check in with him when you arrive at the ride start.
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!) and all participants must sign an annual waiver.
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.
AV C Ride
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA Summit is Alto Velo's Sponsoring bike shop.
Protocol: Double paceline when conditions allow, jamming as hard as you like on the 4 climbs (Sandhill after 280, Edgewood, Jefferson, Huddart), regrouping & sticking together otherwise. Bring two water bottles as the first stop for water is at The Old Woodside store at mile 25.
Route: Junipero Serra, Sand Hill, Manzanita, Woodside, Canada, Edgewood, Cordilleras, Jefferson, Canada, Olive Hill, Kings, Greer, Kings, Mtn Home, Portola, Alpine, Junipero Serra
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40205788
Regroups: Woodside, Cordilleras, Canada, Bottom of King’s (The Old Woodside Store), Alpine
The C Ride offers a more moderate workout than the other Alto Velo rides (tho a workout it is). Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled paceline are emphasized. This route features several intermediate climbs that riders are welcome to attack as hard as you like. When not climbing, the group stays together.
AV C Ride for Saturday, 8/6 - Sawyer Camp Route - Start Summit Bikes in Palo Alto
Hi,
I’ll be leading this Saturday’s AV C ride as we again head out on The Sawyer Camp Route. This is an excellent route for us to practice smooth steady pace-lining as the miles roll by.
AV C Ride - Sawyer Camp Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40386865
49 miles, 3,100' vertical.
Pls check in with me when you arrive at the ride start. More deets below. Do review them.
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!) and all participants must sign an annual waiver.
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.
AV C Ride
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA Summit is Alto Velo's Sponsoring bike shop.
Protocol: Double paceline where conditions allow, jamming as hard as you like on the 3 climbs (2nd Sandhill bump, Crystal Springs Rd., Huddart), regrouping & sticking together otherwise. Bring two water bottles as the first stop for water is the Water Temple on the return at mile 26.
Route: Park, Stanford Campus, Sandhill, Manzanita, Woodside, Canada, Bike Path, Polhemus, Crystal Springs Rd., 35 (short), 92 (short, on shoulder), Canada, Olive Hill, Kings, Greer, Kings, Mtn Home, Portola, Alpine, Junipera Serra, Stanford Rd
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40386865
Regroups: Woodside, Canada X Bike Path (tho the goal is to stick together paceling on Canada), Crystal Springs Trailhead, Water Temple (again, all should be together at this point), Woodside Store, Alpine, Page Mill
The AV C Ride offers a more moderate workout than the other Alto Velo rides (tho a workout it is). Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled paceline are emphasized. When not on designated climbs, we aim to keep the group together.
AV C (formerly Peet’s) Ride for Saturday, 7/30 - Sawyer Camp Route - Start Summit Bikes in Palo Alto
Eric is this Saturday’s ride leader for The Sawyer Camp Route with a special detour to The Flintstone House (& skipping the Huddart Climb). You’ve seen the Flintstone House from 280, it’s even cooler up close and from the front side.
Following is the standard Sawyer Camp route, Eric will call out the changes (Flintstone House, skipping Huddart) during the ride.
AV C Ride - Sawyer Camp Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40386865
49 miles, 3,100' vertical.
Pls check in with Eric when you arrive at the ride start. More deets below. Do review them.
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 use the BikeReg app for this. It is free of charge. Go to https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver to initiate the process, esign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
You must be vaccinated to ride with Alto Velo.
Peet's Ride
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA Summit is Alto Velo's Sponsoring bike shop.
Protocol: Double paceline where conditions allow, jamming as hard as you like on the 3 climbs (2nd Sandhill bump, Crystal Springs Rd., Huddart), regrouping & sticking together otherwise. Bring two water bottles as the first stop for water is the Water Temple on the return at mile 26.
Route: Park, Stanford Campus, Sandhill, Manzanita, Woodside, Canada, Bike Path, Polhemus, Crystal Springs Rd., 35 (short), 92 (short, on shoulder), Canada, Olive Hill, Kings, Greer, Kings, Mtn Home, Portola, Alpine, Junipera Serra, Stanford Rd
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40386865
Regroups: Woodside, Canada X Bike Path (tho the goal is to stick together paceling on Canada), Crystal Springs Trailhead, Water Temple (again, all should be together at this point), Woodside Store, Alpine, Page Mill
The C Ride offers a more moderate workout than the other Alto Velo rides (tho a workout it is). Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled paceline are emphasized. When not on designated climbs, we aim to keep the group together.
RIDE SAFETY - READ THIS!
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 always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride. If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
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.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader may initiate a rotating paceline when appropriate
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road. Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
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 as you can. Wait at the next regroup.
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.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
As best you can, be gentle on brakes.
No Aero Bar use
No Ear Bud or headphone use. It is important that you are able to hear warning calls and approaching traffic.
No sitting on the top tube when descending (or otherwise)
AV C (formerly Peet’s) Ride for Saturday, 7/23 - Coastal Classic Route - Start Summit Bikes in Palo Alto
Big news - Alto Velo’s Saturday ride start locations have moved to Summit Bikes on California Ave, Palo Alto. Also the ride formerly known as the Peet’s Ride is now called Alto Velo’s C ride.
Christy is this Saturday’s ride leader for The Coastal Classic Route. Enroute, for the 2nd time this month, AV C riders will take on the challenging Tunitas climb of the Bike Hut Classic. Pls consider joining the Classic in support of Alto Velo’s goal of being the club with the most Classic participants. Joining the Bike Hut Classic is not required to join this ride.
Alto Velo - Coastal Classic Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40105956
52 miles, 5,400' vertical.
Pls check in with Christy when you arrive at the ride start. More deets below. Do review them.
After the ride, Alto Velo is hosting Club Members for a pizza slice at Terun!! Terun is an Alto Velo Sponsor with fabulous Italian food, attentive service, & bike crazy owners!
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 use the BikeReg app for this. It is free of charge. Go to https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver to initiate the process, esign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
You must be vaccinated to ride with Alto Velo.
Peet's Ride
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA Summit is Alto Velo's Sponsoring bike shop.
Protocol: Double paceline where conditions allow, jamming as hard as you like on the 3 climbs (Old La Honda., Stage Rd, Tunitas), regrouping & sticking together otherwise. Bring two water bottles as the first stop for water is The Bike Hut at mile 30.
Route: Junipero Serra, Sand Hill, OLH, WOLH, 84, Stage, Tunitas(!!), King’s, Whisky Hill, Sand Hill, Junipero Serra
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40105956
Regroups: Bottom of OLH, Top of OLH, Bottom of WOLH, La Honda, San Gregorio, The Bike Hut, Top of Tunitas, Bottom of King’s (The Old Woodside Store), Top of Sand Hill (by the Rosewood)
The C Ride offers a more moderate workout than the other Alto Velo rides (tho a workout it is). Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled paceline are emphasized. When not on designated climbs, we aim to keep the group together.
RIDE SAFETY - READ THIS!
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 always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride. If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
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.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader may initiate a rotating paceline when appropriate
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road. Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
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 as you can. Wait at the next regroup.
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.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
As best you can, be gentle on brakes.
No Aero Bar use
No Ear Bud or headphone use. It is important that you are able to hear warning calls and approaching traffic.
No sitting on the top tube when descending (or otherwise)
AV C (formerly Peet’s) Ride for Saturday, 7/16, The Usual Route - Start Summit Bikes in Palo Alto
Big news - Alto Velo’s Saturday ride start locations have moved to Summit Bikes on California Ave, Palo Alto. Also the ride formerly known as the Peet’s Ride is now called Alto Velo’s C ride.
This week's ride will take the time honored The Usual Route which features 4 intermediate climbs that riders are welcome to attack as hard as you like, with regroups after each climb.
AV C - The Usual Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40205788
40 miles, 3k' vertical.
Note: I have just now created this rWgps. LMK if it’s off. Also Eric may lead a different route in & out of town.
Eric will lead this week, pls check in with him when you arrive at the ride start.
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 use the BikeReg app for this. It is free of charge. Go to https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver to initiate the process, esign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
You must be vaccinated to ride with Alto Velo.
AV C Ride
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am, rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA Summit is Alto Velo's Sponsoring bike shop. Big plus Terun, also an Alto Velo Sponsor, is just up the street with fabulous Italian food & attentive service.
Protocol: Double paceline when conditions allow, jamming as hard as you like on the 4 climbs (Sandhill after 280, Edgewood, Jefferson, Huddart), regrouping & sticking together otherwise. Bring two water bottles as the first stop for water is at The Old Woodside store at mile 25.
Route: Junipero Serra, Sand Hill, Manzanita, Woodside, Canada, Edgewood, Cordilleras, Jefferson, Canada, Olive Hill, Kings, Greer, Kings, Mtn Home, Portola, Alpine, Junipero Serra
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40205788
Note: I have just now created this rWgps. LMK if it’s off. Also Eric may lead a different route in & out of town.
Regroups: Woodside, Cordilleras, Canada, Bottom of King’s (The Old Woodside Store), Alpine
The C Ride offers a more moderate workout than the other Alto Velo rides (tho a workout it is). Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled paceline are emphasized. This route features several intermediate climbs that riders are welcome to attack as hard as you like. When not climbing, the group stays together.
RIDE SAFETY - READ THIS!
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 always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride. If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
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.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader may initiate a rotating paceline when appropriate
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road. Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
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 as you can. Wait at the next regroup.
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.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
As best you can, be gentle on brakes.
No Aero Bar use
No Ear Bud or headphone use. It is important that you are able to hear warning calls and approaching traffic.
No sitting on the top tube when descending (or otherwise)
AV C (formerly Peet’s) Ride for Saturday, 7/9 - Coastal Classic Route - Start Summit Bikes in Palo Alto
Big news - Alto Velo’s Saturday ride start locations have moved to Summit Bikes on California Ave, Palo Alto. Also the ride formerly known as the Peet’s Ride is now called Alto Velo’s C ride.
This week we’ll be riding The Coastal Classic to get our digs in on the challenging Tunitas climb of the Bike Hut Classic (as you’ve read about in other recent club emails). Pls consider joining the Bike Hut Classic in support of Alto Velo’s goal of being the club with the most participants so we can have a plaque hung in our honor inside the Bike Hut.. However, joining the Bike Hut Classic is not required to join this ride.
Alto Velo - Coastal Classic Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40105956
52 miles, 5,400' vertical.
Pls check in with me when you arrive at the ride start. More deets below. Do review them.
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 use the BikeReg app for this. It is free of charge. Go to https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver to initiate the process, esign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
You must be vaccinated to ride with Alto Velo.
Peet's Ride
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:15am
Start: Summit Bikes - 392 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA Summit is Alto Velo's Sponsoring bike shop. Big plus Terun, another Alto Velo Sponsor, is just up the street with fabulous Italian food & attentive service.
Protocol: Double paceline where conditions allow, jamming as hard as you like on the 3 climbs (Old La Honda., Stage Rd, Tunitas), regrouping & sticking together otherwise. Bring two water bottles as the first stop for water is The Bike Hut at mile 30.
Route: Junipero Serra, Sand Hill, OLH, WOLH, 84, Stage, Tunitas(!!), King’s, Whisky Hill, Sand Hill, Junipero Serra
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40105956
Regroups: Bottom of OLH, Top of OLH, Bottom of WOLH, La Honda, San Gregorio, The Bike Hut, Top of Tunitas, Bottom of King’s (The Old Woodside Store), Top of Sand Hill (by the Rosewood)
The C Ride offers a more moderate workout than the other Alto Velo rides (tho a workout it is). Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled paceline are emphasized. This route features several intermediate climbs that riders are welcome to attack as hard as you like. When not climbing, we aim to keep the group together.
RIDE SAFETY - READ THIS!
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 always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride. If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
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.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader may initiate a rotating paceline when appropriate
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road. Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
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 as you can. Wait at the next regroup.
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.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
As best you can, be gentle on brakes.
No Aero Bar use
No Ear Bud or headphone use. It is important that you are able to hear warning calls and approaching traffic.
No sitting on the top tube when descending (or otherwise)