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Our Mission
Our club's mission is to share our passion for bicycle riding through organized events, including a variety of weekly rides designed for both novice and experienced bicyclists of all ages.
Our Rides
Our group bike rides traverse the beautiful foothills of the Sierras in and around the city of Auburn. For more information about our rides visit: ride info. Join us to explore the area while having fun, getting fit, and meeting fellow cyclists.
A familiar route with regroups at the end of Tudsbury and Top of Clark Tunnel. Let's take advantage of this great weather while we have it.
Coffee afterwards at Northfork Chai Co.
Route Cue Sheet --------------------------------------------- Tunnel to the Top 3 -- 21.9 miles 0.9 Left -- Powerhouse Rd 2.7 Right -- Auburn Folsom Rd 4.0 Right -- Rock Springs Rd 5.2 Left -- Brennans Rd 6.5 Left -- King Rd 6.6 Right -- Auburn Folsom Rd 8.2 Right -- Tudsbury Rd 9.0 Left -- Horseshoe Bar Rd 10.3 Right -- Val Verde Rd 11.4 Left -- King Rd 12.9 Right -- Swetzer Rd 15.2 Right -- English Colony Way 15.4 Left -- Clark Tunnel Rd 16.4 Left to stay on Clark Tunnel Rd 17.4 U-turn at top on Clark Tunnel Rd 19.0 Left -- Callison Rd 20.4 Left -- Taylor Rd 21.3 Right -- Old State Hwy 21.6 Right -- Newcastle Rd Leader Cell:
Tuesday - BAST Monthly MeetingTue, Mar 10, 6:00pm 0 comments
Leader Name: Dana Hofheinz E-mail: danabhof@sbcglobal.net
Ride Description and Notes:
The MARCH Bicycle Advocacy and Safety Team "BAST" meeting will via ZOOM on Tuesday 03/10/2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm. Please email me at danabhof@sbcglobal.net if you're interested in participating. I will send you the ZOOM link/instructions a day in advance.
If there is an item you would like on the agenda, please let me know as well. Thanks, Dana
Happy and safe cycling,
Dana Hofheinz, Chair and Board Member
Bicycle Advocacy and Safety Team for SFCC
Wednesday - Lake of the Pines Grass Valley Loop Shortened Wed, Mar 11, 9:30am 0 comments
Where: Holiday Market 21656 Higgins Rd Auburn CA (map)
Leader Name: Bruce Wilson E-mail: bawjen@gmail.com
Ride Description and Notes: Generally low traffic roads on this route. Two of my favorites are Allison Ranch Rd and then a nice long descent on Auburn Rd. Regroup at 16.6 miles before the traffic signal for crossing Hwy 49. There is a possible bathroom stop nearby in the Forest Springs development. Ride will be swept and route sheets will be provided.
Route Cue Sheet --------------------------------------------- Lake of the Pines Grass Valley Loop Shortened -- 35.2 miles
0.1 Left -- Higgins Rd
0.2 Right -- Combie Rd 0.9 Cont -- Magnolia Rd 5.9 Slight Left -- Dog Bar Rd 15.2 Left -- La Barr Mdws Rd 16.6 Right to stay on La Barr Mdws Rd
16.7 Cross Hwy 49 at signal 16.8 Left toward Allison Ranch Rd 17.0 Right -- Allison Ranch Rd 21.0 Left -- McCourtney Rd 21.6 Left -- Auburn Rd 27.3 Right -- CA-49 S 28.3 Right -- Lime Kiln Rd 31.0 Left -- Duggans Rd 32.9 Left -- Wolf Rd 34.9 Cross Hwy 49 at signal 35.0 Right -- Higgins Road 35.1 Right into Holiday Market parking lot Leader Cell:
Thursday - 2025 Memorial Ride (32 miles/2850 climb) Thu, Mar 12, 9:00am 0 comments
Ride Description and Notes: Please join me for a repeat of the 2025 memorial ride. Casual pace 32 miles 2850 ft of climbing. We'll cruise thru Christian Valley, cross 49 , head down Mt Vernon and up Baxter. I'm old school, so I will sweep and provide cue sheets. Because the weather is nice the START IS AT 9AM. Coffee afterwards at The Local Cafe.
Route Cue Sheet --------------------------------------------- 2025 Memorial Ride (32 miles/2850 climb) -- 32.1 miles 0.2 Right -- Meadow Vista Road 0.3 Right -- Placer Hills Road 1.8 Right -- Pinewood Way 2.0 Right -- Bancroft Rd 3.2 Right -- Christian Valley Rd 5.4 Left -- Stanley Dr 6.4 Left -- Virginia Dr 7.0 Right -- Moss Rock Dr 8.1 Right -- Blue Grass Dr 8.3 Right -- Dry Creek Rd 9.4 Left into Regional Park - bathroom 9.4 Left -- Dry Creek Rd 9.6 Right -- Richardson Dr 10.1 Left -- Joeger Rd 12.8 Cont -- Mount Vernon Road 16.8 Left -- Ayres Holmes Road 17.8 Left -- Wise Road 18.3 Left -- Baxter Grade Road 20.4 Right -- Mount Vernon Road 21.1 Keep Right to stay on Mt. Vernon 21.7 Cont -- Atwood Road 22.9 Right -- Bean Road 23.2 Left -- Kemper Rd 23.9 Cont -- New Airport Rd 25.0 Right -- Bell Road 25.8 Right -- Old Airport Road 26.5 Left -- Old Airport Road 27.0 Left -- Bowman Road 28.3 Right -- Lake Arthur Rd 29.6 Left -- Pinewood Way, continue to Placer Hills Rd,Left. 30.3 Left -- Placer Hills Rd 31.8 Left -- Meadow Vista Rd 32.1 Done Leader Cell:
Friday - 28.1 Round Wise and up Ridge Fri, Mar 13, 9:30am 0 comments
Ride Description and Notes: All Pace Ride starting at Penryn - We will go through the gated neighborhood, right on Rock Springs. Then up through Newcastle onto Ophir Road with a left on Wise road at the old PG&E Power Plant. Our first regroup will be at the Fire Station - about mile 10. The second leg of the ride will continue on Wise Road, Left on Gold Hill Road, a loop out to Fowler road and the second regroup at the corner of Virginiatown and Gold Hill Road, Mile 19.6. Then a casual climb up Ridge Road, followed by mostly down hill back to the start.
Coffee at Roanie's - Hope to see you there.
Route Cue Sheet --------------------------------------------- 28.1 Round Wise and up Ridge -- 28.1 miles 0.1 Right -- Penryn Road 0.3 Left -- Boulder Creek Road 0.3 Right -- Boulder Creek Road 1.3 Right -- Aspen Drive 1.7 Right -- Rock Springs Road 2.6 Left -- Brennans Road 3.8 Left -- Newcastle Road 5.4 Right -- Old State Highway 5.6 Cont -- Old State Highway 5.6 Keep Right -- Old State Highway 5.7 Right -- Taylor Road 6.0 Left -- Ophir Road 8.0 Left 8.0 Left -- Wise Road 9.9 Keep Right -- Wise Road 14.2 Left -- Gold Hill Road 14.9 Right -- Fruitvale Road 16.5 Left -- Fowler Road 17.5 Left -- Virginiatown Road 19.6 Right -- Gold Hill Road 20.3 Left -- Ridge Road 21.7 Cont -- Ridge Road 23.9 Right -- Taylor Road 24.0 Left -- Old State Highway 24.2 Keep Left -- Old State Highway 24.4 Right -- Old State Highway 24.4 Right -- Old State Highway 24.7 Left -- Taylor Road 27.4 Left -- Penryn Road 28.1 Right -- Boyington Road Leader Cell:
Saturday - Winters/Berryessa loop with Steiger Hill Sat, Mar 14, 9:00am 0 comments
Start at Rotary Park in Winters (E Main & Railroad Av) at 9:00AM for much of the classic Foxy's Fall route. At mile 53 we will leave the traditional route and cruise back into Winters over rolling hills and plains. Let's hope for mild winds! The first civilized place for refreshments and relief is the Safeway at mile 42 so... make sure that your water bottles are full and consider leaving your modesty at home. Bring a picnic lunch for post ride socialization in the park (Note: Steady Eddy's Deli closes at 3:00 and is a good option for food).
This ride is not swept but we will have numerous re-groups. Please provide your own navigation aids.
Hydration reminder
— Temps are usually pleasant, not scorching. Could be windy
— Start hydrating 2–3 days before the ride.
— Stay on it during the ride (aim for ~1 bottle/hour, more if you’re working hard).
— Dehydration is the #1 performance killer; you’ll want everything your legs can give on the climbs.
Notes:
- Load the route; service is spotty in places.
- Enduros are not swept.
- There will be regroups. The ride may break up into two or more groups based on the size and the pace of the riders.
Route Cue Sheet --------------------------------------------- Winters/Berryessa loop with Steiger Hill -- 66.2 miles 0.1 Right 0.1 Left -- Railroad Avenue 0.1 Keep Right -- Railroad Avenue 0.2 Right -- Putah Creek Road 0.5 Keep Right -- Putah Creek Road 5.2 Right -- Pleasants Valley Road 6.2 Left -- CA 128 22.0 Left -- Monticello Road, CA 121 27.5 Left -- Wooden Valley Road 33.2 Left -- Wooden Valley Cross Road 38.4 Right -- Gordon Valley Road 38.5 Left -- Mankas Corner Road 39.9 Left -- Mankas Corner Road 40.8 Cont -- Waterman Boulevard 42.2 Keep Left -- Hilborn Road 44.5 Left -- Lyon Road 46.9 Left -- Cherry Glen Road 47.7 Left -- Pleasants Valley Road 50.8 Right -- Vaca Valley Road 52.4 Left 52.4 Left -- Gibson Canyon Road 53.3 Left -- Steiger Hill Road 54.9 Right -- Cantelow Road 55.6 Left -- English Hills Road 56.9 Right -- Peaceful Glen Road 58.5 Left -- Timm Road 59.7 Right -- Allendale Road 61.0 Left -- Winters Road 65.7 Right -- Putah Creek Road 65.8 Keep Right -- Putah Creek Road 65.9 Left -- Putah Creek Road 65.9 Cont -- Railroad Avenue 66.1 Keep Right -- Railroad Avenue 66.1 Right -- Railroad Avenue 66.1 Right 66.1 Left 66.2 Make a U-turn Leader Cell:
Saturday - EZ RIDERS - Penryn to Walden Woods Sat, Mar 14, 9:00am 0 comments
Ride Description and Notes: START LOCATION: Penryn Park n' Ride on Boyington Rd., just west of intersection with Penryn Rd. Thanks to Deb Hallford for route.
I've had a crazy week so let's do a shorter, flatter ride so we can enjoy nature, the weather and great company,\.
Route Cue Sheet --------------------------------------------- EZ RIDERS - Penryn to Walden Woods -- 18.7 miles 0.0 Penryn Park and Ride 0.1 Right -- Penryn Road 0.8 Left -- King Road 1.1 Right -- Val Verde Road 2.1 Left -- Horseshoe Bar Road 3.4 Right -- Tudsbury Road 3.7 Keep Left -- Tudsbury Road 4.2 Right -- Auburn Folsom Road 6.5 Left -- Ardea Way 6.5 Right -- Ardea Way 6.7 Left -- Walden Woods Way 7.3 Right -- Boulder Road 8.5 Left -- Morningside Drive 10.2 Right -- Auburn Folsom Road 11.1 Left -- Cavitt Stallman Road 11.2 Right -- Laird Road 15.8 Right -- Sierra College Boulevard 16.0 Right -- Taylor Road 17.1 Right -- King Road 17.7 Left -- Boyington Road Leader Cell:
Ride Description and Notes: If you're not going to do the Enduro, come join me for a nice easy jaunt around Penryn, Loomis and a touch of Granite Bay.
We'll have a re-group at the bathrooms on Stirling
Coffee and chat after the ride at Roanies
Route Cue Sheet --------------------------------------------- ALC Spin Penryn 25 -- 27.4 miles 1.0 Right -- King Road 3.0 Left -- Sierra College Boulevard 4.1 Keep Right -- Sierra College Boulevard 4.3 Left 5.4 Right -- Barton Road 6.9 Left -- Rutherford Canyon Road 7.1 Keep Right -- Rutherford Canyon Road 7.3 At roundabout, take exit 3 -- Rutherford Canyon Road 7.5 Keep Right -- Rutherford Canyon Road 7.8 Keep Right -- Rutherford Canyon Road 7.9 At roundabout, take exit 1 -- Rutherford Canyon Road 8.2 Right -- Laird Road 10.3 Right -- Cavitt Stallman Road 14.1 Left -- Olive Ranch Road 15.2 Right -- Stirling Street 15.2 Left 15.3 Left 15.3 Right 15.3 Right -- Stirling Street 15.4 Right -- Olive Ranch Road 16.1 Cont -- Barton Road 16.5 Left -- Rockhurst Way 16.7 Left -- Hampstead Way 16.8 Right -- Greenbriar Lane 17.0 Right -- Royall Oaks Drive 17.0 Left -- Long Meadow Road 17.1 Left -- Joe Rodgers Road 17.5 Left -- Itchy Acres Road 18.4 Right -- Oak Pine Lane 19.1 Right -- Cavitt Stallman Road 19.9 Left -- Auburn Folsom Road 20.2 Right -- Twin Rocks Road 20.4 Left -- Blue Oak Lane 20.4 Left -- South Lake Circle 20.6 Left -- North Lake Circle 20.6 Right -- Auburn Folsom Road 22.7 Left -- Dick Cook Road 24.4 Right -- Val Verde Road 26.3 Left -- King Road 26.6 Right -- Penryn Road 27.3 Left -- Boyington Road 27.4 Start Leader Cell:
Sunday - MV Park - Iowa Hill - Norton Grade Sun, Mar 15, 9:30am 0 comments
Ride Description and Notes: Time for this classic route again. Perfect weather. Beautiful ride. 2 great climbs. Skip one or both of the climbs if you wish, and still get a great loop. 40 miles, 4650'. Rest stop at Chevron and Colfax train depot, after each climb. No sweep. No route sheet. C U there !! Roger
Route Cue Sheet --------------------------------------------- MV Park - Iowa Hill - Norton Grade -- 40.1 miles 0.1 Right -- Meadow Vista Road 0.2 Left -- Placer Hills Road 2.2 Right -- Crother Road 3.4 Left -- Crother Road 3.7 Left -- Applegate Road 6.8 Right -- West Paoli Lane 7.0 Left -- Paoli Lane 7.0 REGROUP 7.1 Left -- Ponderosa Way 11.8 Right -- Iowa Hill Rd 14.8 At the restrooms, U-turn 17.7 Right -- Fowler Ave 17.8 Left to stay on Fowler Ave 17.9 Fowler Ave turns slightly Right and becomes Fillmore Ave 18.1 Left -- Grand View Ave 18.1 Left -- Siems Ave 18.3 Right -- S Canyon Way 18.4 Left -- CA-174 W 18.5 Right -- S Auburn St 18.6 Right -- CA-174 W/Central St 20.1 Right -- Rollins Lake Rd 21.4 Right -- Glen Elder Rd 21.5 Left -- Norton-Grade Rd 24.3 Left toward Rollins Lake Rd 24.4 Left -- Rollins Lake Rd 27.2 Left -- Glen Elder Rd 27.3 Right -- Norton-Grade Rd 28.5 Left -- Rollins Lake Rd 28.7 Cont -- CA-174 E 29.6 Right -- N Main St 30.0 Right -- Grass Valley St 30.2 Left -- Rising Sun St 30.4 Left -- Tokayana Way 32.6 Cont straight -- Placer Hills Rd 39.9 Right -- Meadow Vista Rd 40.0 Left Leader Cell:
Tuesday RideTue, Mar 17, 9:30am 0 comments
Where: Newcastle Park and Ride Newcastle, CA (map)
Tuesday rides are variable, depending on who leads and who shows up. Generally, the climbing is 1500-2500 feet, and the distance is 18-25 miles. Oftentimes, there are no regroups due to the short distances offered. This ride's start location is currently at the Newcastle Park & Ride.
Coffee and conversation afterward at Newcastle Produce.
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.
Thursday - McElroy-Coyotes Loops Thu, Mar 19, 9:30am 0 comments
Ride Description and Notes: Route features roads less travelled and steeper downhills than uphills, plus a visit to the Coyotes yard art. Gentle social pace and ride will be swept. Route sheets provided. Socializing afterward at the Local Cafe.
Route Cue Sheet --------------------------------------------- McElroy-Coyotes Loops -- 23.9 miles 0.1 Left -- Meadow Vista Road 1.9 Keep Left -- McElroy Road 2.5 Keep Right -- McElroy Road 3.3 Cont -- McElroy Road 4.5 Keep Right -- Mary Lane 5.2 Keep Left -- Mary Lane 5.3 Right -- Christian Valley Road 8.8 Left -- Dry Creek Road 10.3 Right -- Placer Hills Road 10.4 Left -- Applegate Road 13.4 Right -- Boole Road 15.0 Keep Right -- Boole Road 15.3 Keep Left -- Boole Road 16.1 Cont -- Cerro Vista Drive 18.1 Right -- Boole Road 19.8 Left -- Applegate Road 20.1 Right -- Crother Road 20.4 Right -- Crother Road 21.7 Left -- Placer Hills Road 23.5 Right -- Meadow Vista Road 23.7 Left into Meadow Vista Park Leader Cell:
All pace ride. Riders ride at their own pace or form groups riding a similar pace. Often times, there are no regroups due to the short distances offered. Approximately 25 miles. No sweep.
The Saturday ride USUALLY meets at PENYN PARK AND RIDE.
There is an A group and a B group. The groups can spread out then you can ride your own pace...usually two or three groups with pairs scattered about and some single riders too.
The ride ranges between 25-30 mi with 1500k- 2000k ft of climbing.
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.
Where: Petaluma, CA When: Thurs, June 18th through Sun, June 21th Cost: $20 per person (covers Happy Hour treats and any other bike camp expenses the club may incur)
Spectacular Routes: Each day offers a mix of rolling countryside, quiet backroads, and breathtaking coastal views. From the iconic Point Reyes Lighthouse to the scenic vineyards of Sonoma County, these routes will challenge and inspire riders of all levels. Routes can be found here Evening Fun: After the rides, kick back and relax at our host hotel. Enjoy group dinners, storytelling, and plenty of chances to relive the day’s highlights. Stay Your Way: Our host hotel, Home2Suites, offers spacious rooms with kitchenettes, comfy beds, and all the amenities you need to recharge.
Don’t miss out on the cycling event of the year! Pack your bike, sense of adventure, and love for two-wheeled fun. Summer Camp is calling! Please note: you must be a SFCC member to attend.
When: August 31st to September 4th Where: Mt. Shasta City, CA Cost: $25 per person (covers Happy Hour treats and any other bike camp expenses the club may incur)
What to Expect: Spectacular Routes: We will host two rides each day, a short route and a long route. Club Vibes: Share the road and the laughs with fellow club members. Whether you’re smashing out climbs or soaking up the miles, it’s all about enjoying the ride with your club members. Happy Hour: After the rides, enjoy happy hour snacks and drinks, plus group dinners, storytelling, and plenty of chances to relive the day’s highlights.
The SFCC does more than just ride around the foothills...we work to improve the riding safety and convenience for all riders in the area. Members of our club have formed a safety and advocacy team working with Placer County to improve the cycling infrastructure and ensure future development includes bicycle friendly features. Read more about our team's current projects and accomplishments and if you are interested in sharing your vision for a fun and safe cycling community.
