LHR (“Low Heart Rate Ride”)
The Low Heart Rate “LHR” Ride
The LHR Ride is a recovery ride designed to get some extra weekday miles while spending time with friends and practicing group riding skills. Routes are on flat to rolling terrain, 20-30 miles long, and intended to take about 2 hours. Join us every Thursday at 12 Noon at Summit Bicycles Palo Alto!
LHR Thursday 4/10/25 (Route #12). We are on the summer schedual, start time 5:00 pm!
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
I will not be there this week but Leslie has agreed to fill in as leader in my stead.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
NOTE: New start time @ 5:00 pm!!!
AV LHR route #12 Stanford & northern side streets https://www.strava.com/routes/3283474976404169316
Time: Thursday, gather at 4:50pm. rolling by 5:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3283474976404169316
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,100 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes
Ride Leader: Leslie
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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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 4/3/25 (Route #5 with detours) New start time at 5:00 pm!!!
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
NOTE: New start time @ 5:00 pm!!!
AV LHR route #5 PV loop with detours https://www.strava.com/routes/3264460742411811504
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3264460742411811504
Stats: ~26 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ ? we will figure it out then. Backyard Brew may still be closed :( >
Ride Leader: Eric
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 3/27/25 (route #14)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
ANNOUNCEMENT! - The LHR will be moving to a 5:00 pm start time on April 3rd. It will remain at this start time until somewhere around mid September when we start running out of daylight.
AV LHR route #14 slightly different version of the southern side street
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3287483376392503936
Stats: ~27 mi, ~1,250 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes & pick a coffee spot from there.
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 3/20/25 (Route #3)
Welcome to the LHR ride
Since Ed & I called a audible last week after the hail we will be able to do the originally planed route this week.
We should have some clouds but in the low 60’s so come enjoy the Low Heart Rate ride
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #3
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3257498755207035280
Stats: ~28 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ ? we will decide at the finish. Back Yard Brew will most likely not be open yet
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emp
LHR Thursday 3/13/25 (route #3)
Welcome to the LHR ride
Due to the almost certainty of rain I doubt we will ride however I have posted the route anyway. I.E. if it’s raining I’ll be a no show.
If it clears up like last week I will see you at the start. Keep your fingers crossed.
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) Thursday ride. 3/13/25
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #3
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3257498755207035280
Stats: ~28 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ ? we will decide at the finish. Back Yard Brew will most likely not be open yet
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emp
LHT Thursday 3/6/25 (route #6)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #6 south out foothill, back LAH
https://www.strava.com/routes/3264469273116919486
It’s looking like the rain may be @ a minimum but is if worsens I will cancel the ride.
Time: Thursday, 3/6/25 gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link:
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,200 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ ZombieRunner Coffee 344 California Ave. (Back Yard Brew may still be closed)
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 2/27/25 (Route #15)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #15 northern side streets
https://www.strava.com/routes/3301763195008228124
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link:
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ IZZY’s Brooklyn Beagles 477 California Ave, Palo Alto (Back Yard Brew may be closed)
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 2/18/25 (route #4+)
Welcome to the LHR ride
The LHR is back after 2 weeks off due to the much needed rain, we will enjoy the sun, the good old standard PV Loop & conversation together.
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #4 PV Loop +
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3253821599520495108
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Back Yard Brew
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 2/6/25 Route #4
Welcome to the LHR ride
Due to the almost certainty of rain I doubt we will ride however I have posted the route anyway. I.E. if it’s raining I’ll be a no show.
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) Thursday ride. 2/6/25
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #4 PV Loop +
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3253821599520495108
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Back Yard Brew
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 1/30/25 (route #12)
Welcome to the LHR ride
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) Thursday ride. 1/30/25
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #12 Stanford & northern side street adventure (with slight mods for the last time we did #12. Got to keep it spicy)
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3283474976404169316
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Back Yard Brew
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 1/23/25 Route #2
Come join the AV Low Heart Rate ride (LHR) route #2
The Mansions & Shoreline tour https://www.strava.com/routes/3254651949343507230
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3254651949343507230
Stats: ~27 mi, ~420 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Backyard Brew
444 S. California Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Ride Leader: Eric
________________________________________________
The AV LHR 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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 1/16/25 Route #8
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route LHR route #8 Stanford, Menlo & RWC https://www.strava.com/routes/3272064473088703388
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3272064473088703388
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,100 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Backyard Brew
444 S. California Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 1/9/25 Route #5
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
NOTE: unfortunately I will not be there to lead. This is a pretty straight forward route so no one should get lost. ;)
AV LHR route #5 PV loop with detours https://www.strava.com/routes/3264460742411811504
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3264460742411811504
Stats: ~26 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Backyard Brew
444 S. California Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 1/2/25 Route #9
Come join the 1st Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride of the new year.
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #9 down & back Los Altos Hills
https://www.strava.com/routes/3276659208596327588
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3276659208596327588
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,400 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Backyard Brew
444 S. California Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 12/12/24 (route #15)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #15 northern side streets
https://www.strava.com/routes/3301763195008228124
NOTE: There is a slight chance of rain but plan to ride if the risk stays low.
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link:
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Back Yard Brew
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 11/21/24 (route #14)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) Thursday ride. 11/14/24
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #14 slightly different version of the southern side street
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3287483376392503936
Stats: ~27 mi, ~1,250 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Back Yard Brew
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 11/14/24 (route #12)
Hi All
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) Thursday ride. 11/14/24
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #12 Stanford & northern side street adventure
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3283474976404169316
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Back Yard Brew
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
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.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
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LHR Thursday 10/31/24
Ride details for 10/31/24
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) Thursday ride. 10/31/24
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
We will leave Summit bikes (392 California Ave, Palo Alto) @ 12:00pm
Due to time constraint of the setting sun the new start time to 12:00 noon for the fall/winter season.
I hope you can make it.
Rout #9 down & Back Los Altos hills
≈25mi, ≈1400ft & ≈2.0 hrs.
https://www.strava.com/routes/3276659208596327588
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