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Where: Meadow Vista Park, 1101 Meadow Vista Rd, Meadow Vista, CA 95722, USA (map)

Hi Everyone, Our Thursday Ride will leave from Meadow Vista Park at 8:30 AM.  We will ride the “Three Loops Route”, although after some discussion, it may turn into 4 loops!  The ride will be around 18 mi. (Unless we add a short 4th loop, which will put it at about 21 mi.). Casual pace, multiple regroups and I will sweep.  Join us for coffee and conversation, at the new cafe in Meadow Vista. 

Vista Thursday,

 #19, Three Loops

 

ExitPark,

turnright on,,Meadow Vista Rd.0 .1 mi

Turn left onto Placer HillsRd  0.4 mi

Turn left onto CombieRd        0.9 mi

Turn left onto VolleyRd          1.4 mi

Continue onto VolleyCir          2.4 mi

Turn right to stay on VolleyRd  3.5 mi

Turn right onto CombieRd        4.0 mi

Turn left onto Placer HillsRd     4.6 mi

Turn right onto CrotherRd         6.1 mi

Continue onto Lake ArthurRd     7.7 mi

Turn right onto Meadow GateRd. 8.9 mi.

Turn left onto Placer HillsRd       9.9 mi

Turn right onto PinewoodWay     11.7 mi

Turn right onto BancroftRd         11.9 mi

Turn left onto ChristianValley Rd 13.1 mi

Turn left onto Lake ArthurRd       14.1 mi

Turn left onto PinewoodWay         15.4 mi

Turn left onto Placer HillsRd         16.1 mi

Turn left onto Meadow VistaRd,    17.6 mi

Turn left into Park.                        18.1

18.18 mi.  1756 ft. climbing

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Where: Flower Farm Cafe, 9280 Horseshoe Bar Rd, Loomis, CA 95650, USA (map)

 Here is a Past Ride: Fast and Semi Fast Fridays from 12/18/2020 (per GPS)
  8:30 am starting from the Flower Farm
  31 miles
  2,422 feet of climbing
  This one has the Ridge, Clark Tunnel to the Top, and the Orange-Kayo sprint to the Valencia Club. At mile 23 it's an easier cooldown finish to the Flower Farm.  
  If we have another large turnout, we could break up into 2 or more groups depending on your effort levels.
  There will be a sign-in sheet.
  I will bring some Cuesheets 
GPS name (Fast and Semi Fast Fridays 12/18/2020 )
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34855272

0.1      Right -- Horseshoe Bar Rd
0.2      Left -- Auburn Folsom Rd
1.2      Left -- King Rd
1.3      Right -- Brennans Rd
3.8      Left -- Newcastle Rd
5.4      Right -- Old State Hwy
5.7      Right -- CA-193 E
6.0      Left -- Ophir Rd
6.9      Left -- Geraldson Rd
7.9      Right -- Lozanos Rd
8.0      Left -- Bald Hill Rd
8.1      Cont -- Chili Hill Rd
11.7    Cont straight -- Gold Hill Rd
12.5    Left -- Ridge Rd
16.0    Right -- CA-193 W/Taylor Rd
17.6    Right -- Callison Rd
19.0    Right -- Clark Tunnel Rd
19.6    Left to stay on Clark Tunnel Rd
21.6    Right to stay on Clark Tunnel Rd
22.6    Left -- English Colony Way
22.6    Right -- Orange Dr
22.7    Left -- Kayo Dr
22.8    Right to stay on Kayo Dr
22.8    Left -- Flint Way
22.8    Right -- English Colony Way
23.1    Cont -- Rock Springs Rd
24.1    Right -- Aspen Dr
24.5    Left -- Boulder Creek Rd
25.5    Left to stay on Boulder Creek Rd
25.5    Left -- Penryn Rd
26.0    Left -- King Rd
26.3    Right -- Val Verde Rd
28.3    Left -- Dick Cook Rd
29.9    Left -- Auburn Folsom Rd

31.0    Left to FF

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Where: Flower Farm Cafe, 9280 Horseshoe Bar Rd, Loomis, CA 95650, USA (map)

When:  May 8, Saturday
Pedals down: 8:30 a.m.
Where:  The Flower Farm, 9280 Horseshoe Bar Rd, Loomis 
Miles:  23 or 26 miles…1100 or 1300’ of climbing 
For a 23-mile route, bypass the Lomida cutoff and proceed straight on AF to Flower Farm.
Route:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35828056  

Cue Sheet - please bring your own if possible

Turn right toward Horseshoe Bar Rd	0.0 mi
Turn right onto Horseshoe Bar Rd	0.1 mi
Turn right onto Auburn Folsom Rd	0.2 mi
Turn right onto Cavitt Stallman Rd	4.1 mi
Turn left onto Oak Pine Ln	4.9 mi
Turn left onto Itchy Acres Rd	5.5 mi
Turn right onto Joe Rodgers Rd	6.4 mi
Turn right onto Long Meadow Rd	6.8 mi
Turn right onto Royall Oaks Dr	6.9 mi
Turn left onto Greenbriar Ln	7.0 mi
Turn left onto Hampstead Way	7.1 mi
Turn right onto Rockhurst Way	7.2 mi
Turn right onto Barton Rd	7.5 mi
Continue onto Olive Ranch Rd	7.8 mi
Turn right onto Cavitt Stallman Rd	9.6 mi
Turn left onto Barton Rd	11.9 mi
Turn right onto Wells Ave	13.2 mi
Turn left onto Laird Rd	14.5 mi
Turn left onto Rutherford Canyon Rd	15.2 mi
At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on Rutherford Canyon Rd	16.1 mi
REGROUP before right onto Barton Rd	16.5 mi
Turn right onto Brace Rd	18.0 mi
Turn left onto Horseshoe Bar Rd	18.1 mi
Turn right onto Val Verde Rd	19.4 mi
Turn left onto Dick Cook Rd	20.4 mi
Turn left onto Auburn Folsom Rd	22.0 mi
OPTION: Turn right onto Lomida Ln	22.6 mi
Continue onto Lake Forest Dr	23.3 mi
Turn left onto Rim Rock Cir	23.8 mi
Turn right onto Lake Forest Dr	24.3 mi
Continue onto Lomida Ln	24.8 mi
Turn right onto Auburn Folsom Rd	25.5 mi
Turn left into Flower Farm parking entrance	25.9 mi
Turn right into parking lot-Route Complete!

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Where: Moscovite Corners, Hwy 128 & 121 intersection (map)

Our second monthly installment of the Saturday Enduro ride series will be Saturday May 8 in the Napa Valley region. Roll out at 9:00AM. Our route takes us along the shores of Lake Berryessa, over the iconic Ink Grade and Howell Mountain climbs, a visit to the well known metropolis of Angwin, and then a return to the start thru the bucolic Pope and Chiles Valleys.  Current weather forecast indicates near perfect early spring conditions but stay tuned for updates and come prepared for changing conditions.

Base Route: Lake Berryessa/Napa Valley Loop.  This route is 64 miles long with 5014 ft of climb and there are several loops/crossovers that allow for reducing the distance/elevation/fun.

Lake Berryessa/Napa Valley Loop 64.2 mi, +5013 ft. Bike ride in Napa County, CA

Extended Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31876534. For those who want more fun and a little longer ride with more elevation- 74 miles with 6167 ft of climb.

Lake Berryessa/Napa Valley Loop 74.3 mi, +6167 ft. Bike ride in Napa, California

The meet location is Muskowite Corner otherwise known as the intersection of Highways 128 & 121. Park near the abandoned gas station- there is no water or sanitation at the start point. Google says travel time is 90 minutes from Auburn- please carpool if you can.

This ride will not be swept but there will be periodic re-groups. There are multiple opportunities for refreshment/relief along the way but you may want to bring along your own nourishment and 2 water bottles just in case. There are several bathrooms along the lake, a store on Chiles/Pope Valley Road, a park and stores in Angwin (note- Angwin is largely Adventist so much is closed on Saturday).

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Where: Various (map)

  Hello SFCC,
Well it looks like Mike and I are in charge of another post Enduro Sundaze ride, we hope you can join us. Due to both the enduro ride on Saturday and Sunday being Mother’s Day, we’ve created a fairly short ride. We will start at Depot Bay Coffee, 893 High St. at 8:30. Park toward the back of the parking lot or on the street. The ride is 31miles and 1845 feet of climbing. 

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35928227

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Where: Newcastle Park and Ride (map)

Ride Name: Newcastle - Ridge Down, Wise Up
Date: 5/11/2021
Time: 8:30 am
Where: Newcastle Park and Ride Lot, Newcastle, CA

- Terrain: hilly    Pace: moderate
- Long Ride: 22 miles   1160 ft. climbing
http://ridewithgps.com/routes/35979071

This ride is a Tuesday favorite, with the fun descent on Ridge, smooth rolling on Virginiatown and Garden Bar, and the long, gentle climb on Wise Road.  We will have several regroups and a good time will be had by all!

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Where: Various (map)

Wednesday rides are the most aggressive rides of the week (26-40 miles) and are fairly hilly. Currently, this ride usually starts out of Meadow Vista Park in Meadow Vista. However, always check the calendar for a different start location.

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Where: Meadow Vista Park, 1101 Meadow Vista Rd, Meadow Vista, CA 95722, USA (map)

Description: No drop, casual paced rides with multiple regroups. Because of our foothill setting the rides are rolling to hilly, and have between 1000 to 2000 ft of climbing in each ride. If you've been riding in the flats and want to experience the foothills, this will be a good ride to join. Because of the climbing, I do not consider these beginner rides. We meet afterward for coffee and chatter.

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Where: Tahoe City Transit Center, 180 W Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA 96145, USA (map)


To borrow loosely from John Muir, the mountains are calling and we must ride.


What: Ride clockwise around Lake Tahoe in beautiful spring conditions

When: Thursday May 13, start time 9:00AM

Where: Start in Tahoe City at the transit center (W Lake Blvd just south of Fanny Bridge)

Route: Lake Tahoe Loop from Tahoe City

Lake Tahoe Loop from Tahoe City lake loop - 71.5 mi, +4015 ft. Bike ride in Placer County, CA

This is a ride your own pace, enjoy the scenery, non-swept ride. Be social or hammer away- your choice. Plenty of places for rest, relief, and refreshment along the way. We usually stop for lunch in South Lake Tahoe so don't forget to bring along money and a mask.

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Where: Flower Farm Cafe, 9280 Horseshoe Bar Rd, Loomis, CA 95650, USA (map)

Fast pace training ride starting at Flower Farm Cafe at Auburn Folsom and Horseshoe Bar Rd. Approximately 30 miles. Average speed 18-20 mph.

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Where: Flower Farm Cafe, 9280 Horseshoe Bar Rd, Loomis, CA 95650, USA (map)

Casual paced 20+ mile ride around the Loomis Basin, leaving from the Flower Farm Café.Periodic regroups. Ride is swept.

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Where: Various (map)

Our Sunday rides are at least 40 miles in length, giving moderate level riders the chance to ride a little further than our average distance. You'll find some rides that are flattish and some that are killer hilly. The average pace of the Sunday rides varies hugely based on the distance and the amount of climb. The start location of this ride varies weekly, so check the calendar.

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Where: Newcastle Park and Ride (map)

Tuesday rides are variable, depending on who leads and who shows up. Generally, the climbing is kept under 2000 feet (usually even less), and the distance is 18-25 miles. Often times, there are no regroups due to the short distances offered. This ride's start location currently starts at the Newcastle Park & Ride

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Where: Various (map)

Wednesday rides are the most aggressive rides of the week (26-40 miles) and are fairly hilly. Currently, this ride usually starts out of Meadow Vista Park in Meadow Vista. However, always check the calendar for a different start location.