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APRIL • M AY The SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS is the oldest continually active bicycle club in the Sacramento area - founded in 1968. The club’s focus is on touring and recreational cycling. This ride schedule provides for year round weekend rides; holiday rides; summer evening rides; weekday rides; special rides such as the Party Pardee Century and multi-day rides... A variety of rides is scheduled to attempt to provide for all abilities and interests. Riders should review this schedule carefully and select those rides that fall within their capability... The schedule is available to interested cyclists at Sacramento area bike shops and is mailed to all members. Monthly membership meetings provide club business updates, open discussion on club activities and policies, and feature speakers on subjects of interest to cyclists. Non-members are invited to attend rides and meetings to get a feel for the club, without obligation. Riders under age 18 may participate on rides if they are accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult. A sign-in roster is available at the start of each ride. All riders must sign the roster to be regarded as a participant. If a rider has to leave a ride for any reason, the ride leader must be informed. Helmets are required on all Bike Hiker club rides. This Ride Schedule is available on our home page. Come to our website and learn how you can join the Bike Hiker Mailing List, check your club mileage and get up to date information about rides and special events! http://www.bikehikers.com SEE THE R I D E G R A D I N G CODE ON THE INSIDE BACK PAGE • JUNE • 2013 RIDE STARTS The most common start locations for club rides have been centralized in the “Start List” below. These locations apply to a number of club rides and are referenced in the ride descriptions (e.g., Meet at Five Points Shopping Center, see Start List for directions). If a ride starts from one of the locations below, check the Start List for directions. The ride descriptions for rides that start at other locations will continue to include the specific start locations and directions. Five Points Shopping Center - Located in Carmichael, on the southeast corner of Fair Oaks Blvd and Arden Way. Park along the Arden Way side of the parking lot. Gold River Town Center - Located in Gold River, off of Gold Field Dr, about ½ mile south of the American River. From Sunrise Blvd, turn east on Gold Country Blvd, then right (south) on Gold Field Dr, then right into the parking lot. Nimbus Fish Hatchery - Located on Nimbus Rd off of Gold Country Blvd, just west of Hazel Ave. From Hwy 50, take Hazel Ave exit, travel north .7 miles, turn left on Gold Country Blvd, then right into Fish Hatchery parking lot. Vic’s Market - Located in the Folsom Village Shopping Center, Folsom, on the southwest corner of Oak Ave Parkway and American River Canyon Dr. From Folsom-Auburn Rd, go west about a mile on Oak Ave Parkway to the shopping center parking lot on the left. Bel Air Shopping Center - Located in Rocklin on the NE corner of Stanford Ranch Rd and Sunset Blvd (2341 Sunset Blvd). From I-80 take Hwy 65 exit (toward Lincoln), then first exit (#307) to Stanford Ranch Rd. Shopping Center is approx 1 mi ahead on left at corner. Maidu Regional Park - Located in Roseville on Rocky Ridge Dr, south of Douglas Blvd and north of S. Cirby Way. From I-80, take Douglas Blvd exit east, then south on Rocky Ridge Dr. Park is on left. April Cont. CLUB MEETING WED 3 BIKE HIKERS CLUB MEETING 7:00 PM Tonight’s speaker will be announced soon. Directions: Meet at Community Clubhouse 1 in Carmichael Park. The clubhouse is located at 5750 Grant Ave near the corner of Fair Oaks Blvd. and Grant Ave. Go West on Grant Ave. and the Community Clubhouse will be on your left, park in back near the tennis courts. See a map at http://www. carmichaelpark.com/Parks/Maps/CPMap.082806.mht A P R I L MON 1 APRIL FOOLS MORNING COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Fools rush in, where wise men fear to tread. We are not going there. This is just a slow and pleasant trek to one of our favorite coffee shops. Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Pete Altenburg 363-9564 TUE 2 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. This month we will meet at the Gold River Town Center. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. Dinner afterwards if enough interest. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Shon Elmer 530-902-4263 wildbikegurl@yahoo.com WED 3 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leaders: Joe Lesh 242-8391 hm, 723-9870 cell, or jlesh1940@yahoo.com and Leisure Ride Leader: Dawn Cole 847-5244 WED 3 FOOTHILLS BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C43 A different route to Newcastle for breakfast (approx. $5 + tip) on country roads. An alternative to the AR bike trailapproximately 1500 feet altitude gain. Directions: Meet at Maidu Park. (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194 THU 4 THURSDAY EVENING HILL TRAINING 6:30 PM.............................. Grade: C/B10-30 A six week series of hill training rides in the middle of the week to get ready for those events coming up. Routes will either consist of a series of short loops to be repeated or a set route in the Folsom, El Dorado Hills area...route varies week to week. Lights required front and rear, reflective gear recommended. Directions: REI, Iron Point Rd near E. Bidwell in Folsom Leader: Cyclstev@aol.com or 205-3958 FRI 5 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Dave Abbott 217-0556 PARTY PARDEE TIME SAT 6 PARTY PARDEE HALF METRIC AND METRIC CENTURY No Club Rides are held on this date. Bike Hikers are encouraged to volunteer and support Party Pardee. Leader: Steve Anderson 293-9857 SUN 7 KNOT YOUR NORMAL RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D35+ Join the Knipping’s for an early morning jaunt to some place new and fresh (well we hope it is anyway). We have perused our Entertainment book for great places with great savings... we will email the restaurant so you can grab your coupon! Heidi has the broom so watch it (just kidding)...this ride is swept. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Heidi Knipping 605-9270, and Dean 599-2313 SUN 7 ROSEVILLE/ LINCOLN ROUND ABOUT 8:30 AM................................. Grade: C32/52 Ride bike trails and mostly country roads to and beyond Lincoln looping back to Roseville. Stores/cafes are available in Lincoln. Approximately 2500-3000 feet of altitude gain. Meet at Maidu Park. (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 April Cont. April Cont. MON 8 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Linda Noland hm 987-7971 cell 416-6172 FRI 12 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Don Scalise 485-2611 MON 8 POST PARDEE PIZZA PARTY FOR VOLUNTEERS Tonight’s party celebrates the dedication of club members who volunteered their time and effort to the success of Party Pardee last Saturday. Directions: Please see your committee chairperson for the location and details. SAT 13 RIDE AROUND GRAND ISLAND 9:00 AM............................... Grade: E49/E37 We’ll start from Franklin Elementary School then loop around Grand Island riding through some of the more rustic parts of the Delta. Both routes will start by going to Alma’s Cafe in Walnut Grove for breakfast or snacks. From there the longer route will continue down Tyler Island before crossing the river just before Isleton. Circling around Grand Island there will be a second rest stop at Hogback Island Access (porta-potties only) before heading back to Franklin. The shorter route will cross the river at Walnut Grove then ride across Grand Island before heading back to the Start. Directions: Meet in the Franklin Elementary School parking lot near the corner of Franklin Blvd and Hood Franklin Road. The entrance to the parking lot is on Franklin Blvd about 100 yards north of the intersection just before Franklin Cemetery. Look for the Franklin Elementary School sign. Leader: Bill Bischoff 531-2802 bbischof13@gmail.com TUE 9 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. This month we will meet at the Gold River Town Center. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. Dinner afterwards if enough interest. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Shon Elmer 530-902-4263 wildbikegurl@yahoo.com WED 10 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leaders: Marsh Stadt 944-0174, cell 281-8158 or imstadt2@att.net and Irene Stadt cell 642-2615 or irenestadt1@gmail.com THU 11 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 Non-members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate. Cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00 PM. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net THU 11 THURSDAY EVENING HILL TRAINING 6:30 PM............................. Grade: C/B 10-30 A six week series of hill training rides in the middle of the week to get ready for those events coming up. Routes will either consist of a series of short loops to be repeated or a set route in the Folsom, El Dorado Hills area...route varies week to week. Lights required front and rear, reflective gear recommended. Directions: REI, Iron Point Rd near East Bidwell in Folsom Leader: Cyclstev@aol.com or 205-3958 SAT 13 BEGINNER RIDE SERIES 2 OF 5 1:00 PM.................................... Grade: E10+ Have you tried out that new bike yet? Are you new to cycling? Not sure when (or why) to change gears? This is the second session of the Ride Committee’s special five-part series designed for cycling newbies and those returning to the sport who would like some friendly advice and assistance on basic cycling techniques, safety, fitness, nutrition and simple mechanics. Each session includes a “show and tell” topic and a ride to practice skills. The rides will gradually increase in distance with the goal of achieving enough fitness to cycle 20 miles on the Mon/Thurs evening bike trail rides. Don’t forget water and your helmet! Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Larry Robinson 838-5654 G O O U T S I D E A N D P L AY. For all your cycling gear, apparel, and accessory needs, visit your local REI store. REI Sacramento 1790 Expo Parkway (916) 924-8900 REI Roseville 1148 Galleria Blvd. (916) 724-6750 REI Folsom 24525 Iron Point Rd. (916) 817-8944 Hundreds of great outdoor brands for millions of destinations. Visit www.rei.com/stores for details. April Cont. MON 15 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 Non-Members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate, cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the ride leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00 PM sharp! Directions: Meet at the bench on the bike trail at William Pond where we usually have our club picnic. (by the water fountain & bathroom) Leader: Heidi Knipping 605-9270 April Cont. SUN 14 THE HIGH TAX BRACKET RIDE 9:00 AM....................................... Grade: A60 This will be my “Every Dam Hill” (aka tour of the 2%’ers) route. If you completed all loops on the hill training series much of the first half will be familiar to you. There is a break at Starbucks at Green Valley/Francisco before the 2nd half of the ride. Ride is no-sweep, there will be some re-group points Directions: Folsom Bike, at Folsom/Auburn Rd and Folsom Lake Crossing Leader: Scott Miller 768-3935 sam_home@pacbell.net SUN 14 SPRING THRU THE ENGLISH HILLS 9:00 AM............................... Grade: D34/C42 Both routes follow a loop from Winters to Vacaville; roaming through the east side of the English Hills on the way out and coming back by way of Pleasant Valley and Putah Creek Rds. The long route includes out and back climbs to the top of Cantelow Rd. on both the front and back sides. Rest stop is in downtown Vacaville at the Pure Grain Bakery Cafe. Directions: Meet at the public parking lot in Winters at the corner of Main St. and Railroad Ave. next to Steady Eddy’s. Leader: Carolyn Lewis 335-9077 (cell) SUN 14 NOT-SO-TAXING DAY BEFORE APRIL 15 RIDE 1:00 PM..................................... Grade: E/26 Join us for a “not-so-taxing” ride up to the Nimbus Fish Hatchery and back via the beautiful ARBT. For those who want to hang around after the ride we can grab a bite to eat and/or a cold beverage at La Riviera Family Pizza. If you have any last minute tax questions I’ll be happy to answer them for FREE (but remember, you get what you pay for). Directions: Big Lots Parking Lot 8700 La Riviera Drive (at Watt Ave) Leader: Carol Ansier 799-8089 c_ansier@hotmail.com. MON 15 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Joshua Neisinger 505-6935 jneisinger@hotmail.com TUE 16 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. We usually go to dinner afterward. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Shon Elmer 530-902-4263 wildbikegurl@yahoo.com WED 17 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE TO UGLY MUG 9:00 AM................................ Grade: C/D30+ Today join us for a beautiful ride in the country to the Ugly Mug in Loomis. The regular ride is 36+ miles and the Leisure Ride starts at the same time from Vic’s Market but uses a less hilly route with mileage of 22 miles. Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions). Leaders: Linda Noland hm 987-7971, cell 416-61752 and Leisure Ride Leader: Pam Abbott, 217-4712 THU 18 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 Non-members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate. Cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00 PM. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Sarah Jones 583 8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net THU 18 THURSDAY EVENING HILL TRAINING 6:30 PM.............................. Grade: C/B10-30 A six week series of hill training rides in the middle of the week to get ready for those events coming up. Routes will either consist of a series of short loops to be repeated or a set route in the Folsom, El Dorado Hills area...route varies week to week. Lights required front and rear, reflective gear recommended. Directions: REI at Iron Point Rd. near E. Bidwell in Folsom Leader: Cyclstev@aol.com or 205-3958 FRI 19 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Elaine Hens 501-2213 April Cont. SAT 20 ARBORETUM RIDE #1 9:00 AM...................................... Grade: E24 Join us for a ride to the UC Davis Arboretum. After touring the arboretum, stop at any of the cafes and restaurants around Davis for a bit to eat before heading back to the park and ride lot. Directions: Meet at the West Sac Park & Ride lot (from I-80, take West Capitol Ave - the last exit before the Yolo Causeway - to the Park & Ride lot). Leader: Linda Jew 682-8287, Jewls4me2001@yahoo.com SAT 20 BIKE AROUND THE BUTTES (BENEFIT RIDE) It’s the 28th Annual Bike Around the Buttes and a Bike Hiker favorite! Proceeds benefit the Yuba-Sutter Diabetes Association. Visit the website for related information at http:// www.bikearoundthebuttes.com. Three route options are available, including the classic 40 mile ride around the Sutter Buttes and a full century. Pay the registration fee, complete one of the routes and sign-in to receive club mileage credit. Wear your Bike Hiker colors. Directions: The ride starts at the Sutter Youth Bldg, 7740 Butte House Rd, Sutter, CA Leader: Randy Wood 530-400-1706 or smfcyclist@gmail.com SUN 21 JUST ONE HILL 8:00 AM............................... Grade: C20/B40 Ride up Mt. Diablo. If you want to drive instead of carpool, call me about directions to Walnut Creek. This is a no sweep ride, but we will regroup at the Summit before descending. The temperature at the top can be cooler so bring layers. This is a good prep for the Chico Wildflower next weekend. The start of the ride will be around 10:00 AM. Call with any questions. Directions: If carpooling meet in West Sacramento at the West Capitol Park & Ride (North side of I-80). Take the West Capitol Ave exit (last exit before the Yolo Causeway). We’ll depart for ride start at 8:00 AM. Leader: Alan Votava 369-2281 SUN 21 BEGINNER RIDE SERIES 3 OF 5 1:00 PM................................... Grade: E/D15 Are you new to cycling? Do the cables and cogs on that new bike have you befuddled? Not sure when (or why) to change gears? Should you stand or sit on that climb? This is the third session of the Ride Committee’s special five-part series designed for cycling newbies and those returning to the sport who would like some friendly advice and assistance on basic cycling techniques, safety, fitness, nutrition and simple mechanics. Each session includes a “show and tell” topic and a ride to practice skills. The rides will gradually increase in distance with the goal of achieving enough fitness to cycle 20 miles on the Mon/Thurs evening bike trail rides. Don’t forget water and your helmet! Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions).Leader: Gary Noland 987-7971 April Cont. MON 22 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Don Scalise 485-2611 MON 22 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 Non-Members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate, cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the ride leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00 PM sharp! Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Dennis Nolan 709-4830 denflys@aol.com BRING A FRIEND CYCLING, You don’t have to be a member to participate! TUE 23 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. We usually go to dinner afterward. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Shon Elmer 530-902-4263 wildbikegurl@yahoo.com WED 24 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Bill Bischoff 531-2802 and Leisure Ride Leader: Nancy Bischoff 206-2802 Formerly The Bike Shop WWW.PATRIOTBICYCLES.COM (916) 961-9646 4719 San Juan Avenue Fair Oaks, CA 95628 Hours: M-F 10AM to 6PM Sat 10AM to 5PM Sun 12PM to 4 PM Patriot Bicycles is the clothing host for the Bike Hikers. Make sure to stop by and check out all our club apparel April Cont. April Cont. SAT 27 METRIC OR FULL CENTURY YEARLY CHALLENGE 8:00 AM............................... Grade: D65/100 Continue on my year long challenge of a metric/full century per month (don’t worry if you didn’t do the first three months... join us anyway). This quarter the shorter route will remain fairly flat but the full century will have a few hills. There will be food stops planned to regroup and chat and fuel up. I will keep a log of who completes each challenge ride and at the end of the year, give special recognition to those who made all 12 rides. Come on out...it will be FUN (she said)! Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (See Ride List for directions). Leaders: Heidi Knipping 605-9270 and Dean 599-2313 WED 24 FOOTHILLS BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C40 We are riding in the foothills to Newcastle on quiet country roads, stopping for breakfast, and return. Breakfast is approximately $5 + tip-around 1500 feet altitude gain. Meet at Maidu Park. (See Ride List for directions). Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194 THU 25 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 Non-members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate. Cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00 PM. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Sarah Jones 583 8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net THU 25 THURSDAY EVENING HILL TRAINING 6:30 PM.............................. Grade: C/B10-30 A six week series of hill training rides in the middle of the week to get ready for those events coming up. Routes will either consist of a series of short loops to be repeated or a set route in the Folsom, El Dorado Hills area...route varies week to week. Lights required front and rear, reflective gear recommended. Directions: REI at Iron Point Rd near E. Bidwell in Folsom Leader: Cyclstev@aol.com or 205-3958 FRI 26 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Kathy Mrowka 716-9591 SAT 27 THE WILDFLOWER WARM-UP 2:00 PM...................................... Grade: D25 This ride is for people arriving on Saturday for the Chico Wildflower Century on Sunday and looking for an afternoon ride. We’ll do the fun part of the Wildflower route, up and over Table Mt., but backwards, the way it was meant to be ridden. One moderate climb, the rest flat or rolling, so you’ll be fit for the century ride. Riders get first dibs on staying at Jay’s house Saturday night. Directions: To form a carpool to the start, look for Jay’s green Sienna van near the gateway to the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds (the start of the Wildflower) at the end of the driveway on Fair St. near Park Avenue Leader: Jay Rawlins 530-899-1333; jrawlins9@gmail.com SUN 28 ANOTHER LITTLE RIDE 8:00 AM.............................. Grade: C+ 30/40 We’ll head out to El Dorado Hills and on up to Cameron Park. The ride has some significant but short hills interspersed with some rollers. Directions: Meet near the Starbucks in the shopping center on the SW corner of E. Bidwell and Broadstone Pkwy in Folsom. From Hiwy 50 take the E. Bidwell/Scott Rd. exit, left on E. Bidwell, left on Broadstone and right into the parking lot. Leader: Kathy Wright 212-2374 kathywri@sbcglobal.net M April Cont. WILDFLOWER RIDE SUN 28 CHICO WILDFLOWER CENTURY Another Bike Hiker favorite! This benefit ride is sponsored by the Chico Velo Cycling Club and is renowned for great sag support, rest stops and a post-ride meal. Several route options are offered to accommodate various cycling and fitness levels, including metrics and a challenging century. Members are heartily encouraged to wear Bike Hiker apparel to show your club spirit. Visit the website for registration and related information at http://www.chicovelo.org. Pay the registration fee, complete one of the rides and sign-in for club mileage credit. Directions: Chico - Silver Dollar Fairgrounds Leader: Glenda Higgins 501-0501 glenda.higgins@gmail.com MON 29 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280 752-0234 (cell) MON 29 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 Non-Members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate, cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the ride leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00 PM sharp! Directions: Meet at the bench on the bike trail at William Pond where we usually have our club picnic. (by the water fountain & bathroom) Leader: Heidi Knipping 605-9270 TUE 30 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. We usually go to dinner afterward. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Shon Elmer 530-902-4263 wildbikegurl@yahoo.com PLEASE BE PROMPT FOR RIDES!! The time listed for each ride in the schedule is the STARTING time of the ride. Arrive at the meeting place sufficiently ahead of the listed time to allow for whatever personal preparation is necessary so that the ride can start on time. WED 1 A Y WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Don Scalise 485-2611 and Leisure Ride Leader: Dawn Cole 847-5244 WED 1 FOOTHILLS BREAKFAST RIDE MAYDAY! MAYDAY! 9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C35 Join us on a loop to Newcastle for breakfast on Maydayapproximately 1500 feet of altitude gain- and return to Roseville. Meet at Maidu Park. (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194 CLUB MEETING WED 1 BIKE HIKERS CLUB MEETING 7:00 PM Tonight’s speaker will be announced soon. Meet at Community Clubhouse 1 in Carmichael Park. The clubhouse is located at 5750 Grant Ave near the corner of Fair Oaks Blvd. and Grant Ave. Go West on Grant Ave and the Community Clubhouse will be on your left, park in back near the tennis courts. See a map at http://www.carmichaelpark. com/Parks/Maps/CPMap.082806.mht THU 2 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 Non-members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate. Cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00 PM. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net May Cont. Road specialists: Trek•LeMond•Bianchi•Colnago Calfee•Eddy Merckx•Gary Fisher Club Discount 3077 Freeport Blvd • Sacramento, CA • 442-5246 THU 2 THURSDAY EVENING HILL TRAINING 6:30 PM.............................. Grade: C/B10-30 A six week series of hill training rides in the middle of the week to get ready for those events coming up. Routes will either consist of a series of short loops to be repeated or a set route in the Folsom, El Dorado Hills area...route varies week to week. Lights required front and rear, reflective gear recommended. Directions: REI Iron Point Rd near E. Bidwell in Folsom Leader: Cyclstev@aol.com or 205-3958 FRI 3 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Elaine Hens 501-2213 SAT 4 FOLSOM LAKE LOOP 8:00 AM...................................... Grade: B47 This is a “bucket list” ride, for those of us not in Santa Rosa today. If you’ve never ridden all the way around Lake Folsom, here’s your chance to do it with some great friends! Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Joshua Neisinger 505-6935 jneisinger@hotmail.com SAT 4 CREME PUFF RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E20 +/- Bring out your old (or new!) beach cruiser, market bike or fat tire oldie, for a leisurely trip down the bike trail to Panera’s on Howe Ave. for coffee or lunch. Slow pace and old-fashioned fun so wear your pedal pushers and tennis shoes to set the mood. Helmets are still required.h. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Eleanor Mark 204-1430 WINE COUNTRY RIDE SAT 4 SANTA ROSA WINE COUNTRY CENTURY This is a spring favorite with the Bike Hikers; a beautiful ride through the Sonoma County wine country. The full century and double metric routes are excellent training rides for the Davis Double. The metric has gently rolling hills. The 200K goes out to the Sonoma Coast. It is well supported, known for the scenery and fills quickly. The ride benefits the Santa Rosa Cycling Club (http://www.srcc.memberlodge.com). Members who register, complete a route and sign in, receive club mileage credit. Members are heartily encouraged to wear club attire (jersey, jacket) to show club affiliation Directions: Wells Fargo Ctr for Performing Arts, three miles north of Santa Rosa on Hwy 101. Leader: Marjorie Swartz 606-5831 ms7243@aol.com SUN 5 MT TAM LOOP 7:30 AM................................. Grade: B40/60 This will be the Mt Tam Loop (with ascent from Fairfax) followed by Tiburon/Paradise Valley Loop. Directions: West Sac Park and Ride carpool meetup up @7:30. Mt Tamalpais High School in Mill Valley @9:30. Leader: Scott Miller 984-7552 sam_home@pacbell.net SUN 5 I SCREAM, YOU SCREAM..... 10:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30 We all scream for Ice Cream. Join us on a ride to one of our local ice cream shops and enjoy your favorite flavor. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Elaine Hens 501-2213 and Pam Abbott 217-4712 DELTA RIDE SUN 5 DELTA CENTURY The Stockton Bicycle Club invites you to the 35th Delta Century. Jessie’s Grove Winery once again will serve as the idyllic venue for three routes (quarter, metric and full century) that traverse the rural Delta roads of the San Joaquin Valley. Proceeds from the event benefit charity. Visit the website http:// www.stocktonbikeclub.org. Directions: Jessie’s Grove Winery 1973 West Turner Road, Lodi, California Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398 bird-brains@earthlink.net MON 6 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Linda Noland hm 987-7971 cell 416-6172 MON 6 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 Non-Members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate, cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the ride leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00 PM sharp! Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: John Findley 967-7353 TUE 7 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER-FOLSOM 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. We usually go to dinner afterward. Directions: Safeway/Starbucks corner of Iron Pt and Prairie City Road Leader: Scott Miller 769-3935 sam_home@pacbell.net May Cont. WED 8 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Marsh Stadt hm 944-0174, cell 281-8158, imstadt2@att.net and Irene Stadt cell 642-2615, irenestadt1@gmail.com WED 8 FOOTHILLS BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C36 Another beautiful ride on country roads to Newcastle for breakfast and then return to Roseville. Breakfast under $5 + tip, approximately 1500 feet altitude gain. Meet at Maidu Park. (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8104 THU 9 BIKE TO WORK DAY & SACRAMENTO REGION CAPITOL BIKE FEST 10:00 AM.................................... Grade: E30 We will join the Bike Fest celebration on the west steps of the Capitol. The event includes prizes, music, food, bike shop displays, and bike related information booths. Wear your Bike Hiker jerseys and let the community know just how many of us there are and how committed we are to bicycling. The ride return will not be swept allowing you to spend as much time as you would like at the exhibits. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Joe Lesh 723-9870, jlesh1940@yahoo.com THU 9 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 See May 2 Thursday Evening Bike Trail Ride for description. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Sarah Jones 583 8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net THU 9 THURSDAY EVENING HILL TRAINING 6:30 PM.............................. Grade: C/B10-30 See May 2 Thursday Evening Hill Training for description. Directions: REI Iron Point Rd near E. Bidwell in Folsom Leader: Cyclstev@aol.com or 205-3958 FRI 10 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Bill Bischoff 531-2802 SAT 11 EXCUSE FOR KAREN’S 8:00 AM................................ Grade: C-30/38 We’ll be off to Rocklin, Roseville and Granite Bay before heading back to Karen’s for lunch and conversation. This ride has rollers and one good short climb of about half a mile up Sierra College. Directions: Park across from Karen’s Bakery on Leidersdorff St and Gold Lake Dr in historic Folsom. There is also a Light Rail parking garage availabe for free. Leader: Kathy Wright 212-2374 kathywri@sbcglobal.net May Cont. SAT 11 BEGINNER RIDE SERIES 4 OF 5 1:00 PM................................... Grade: E/D20 This is the fourth session of a special five-part series designed for cycling newbies and those returning to the sport who would like some friendly advice and assistance on basic cycling techniques, safety, fitness, nutrition and simple mechanics. Each session will include a “show and tell” topic and a ride to practice skills. The rides will gradually increase in distance with the goal of achieving enough fitness to cycle 20 miles on the Mon/Thurs evening bike trail rides. Don’t forget water and your helmet! Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Gary Noland 987-7971 SUN 12 KNOT YOUR NORMAL RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D35+ Join the Knipping’s for an early morning jaunt to some place new and fresh (well, we hope it is anyway). We have perused our Entertainment Book for great places with great savings...we will email the restaurant so you can grab your coupon! Heidi has the broom so watch it (just kidding)...this ride is swept. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Heidi Knipping 605-9270, Dean 599-2313 SUN 12 WINTERS WONDERLAND 8:30 AM.................................... Grade: C+72 The route cruises up Hwys 128 and 121 visiting such sites as Monticello Dam, Cardic Hill, Moskowite Corner, Wooden Valley, Gordon Valley and Mankas Corner. The route returns through Fairfield (our lunch stop), Pleasants Valley, Cantelow and the English Hills area to Winters. Directions: Meet at the Park and Ride lot in Winters on the corner of Railroad Ave and Main for a very scenic ride. Take Hwy 128 (Covell Blvd)from Davis, then in Winters, turn left at Railroad Ave...parking lot on the left a couple of blks up. Leader: Steve Cimini Cyclstev@aol.com or 205-3958 MON 13 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ It’s the merry month of May and the ride today will be to Mary Euretig’s condo. Come one, come all, and enjoy coffee and treats poolside. Options for a 32 or 42 mile ride. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Mary Euretig 549-6992 maryeuretig@att.net Natomas RALEIGH Bike Shop Since 1989 3291 Truxel Rd. Custom Wheel Building 641-8640 In Albertsons Shopping Center,Corner Truxel & San Juan 10% Discount to club members May Cont. 2419 K Street Sacramento, CA 95816 916.447.2453 7885 Greenback Lane Citrus Heights, CA 95610 916.726.2453 10% Discount to club members FRI 17 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Dave Tarquino 335-1483 SAT 18 GET TOGETHER 8:00 AM...................................... Grade: D40 All the Youngbloods and Oldbloods can get together for a ride through the suburbs and into Placer County. There will be some refreshments at the park when we’re finished. Directions: Almond Avenue Park on Almond Avenue in Orangevale about one-half mile south of Greenback Lane. MON 13 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 See May 6 Monday Evening Bike Trail Ride for description. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Karen Holland 425-6385 Leader: Bob Banning 673-9870 MON 13 BIKE TO WORK & EVERYWHERE WEEK MON 13 thru FRI 17 This annual event promotes bicycling as an everyday means of transportation and recreation. Watch your gas bill drop this week as you bike to work, school, the gym, the grocery store, visit with friends and go everywhere! Get more information at www.bikecommuteweek.com Ride 200 miles in one day through Yolo, Napa, and Lake counties on the most popular and one of the best supported double centuries in California. The course has nine rest stops and multiple vehicles providing SAG support. The ride has a total elevation of almost 8000 feet with long stretches of flats on the start and finish legs. Registration for the 44TH annual Davis Double Century will open March 1st. See http://www.davisbikeclub.org/annual_events/ organized_rides/davis_double_century Directions: Davis California Veterans Memorial Center, 203 E. 14th St. (between Davis Senior High School and the Davis Branch Library) TUE 14 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER -FOLSOM 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. We usually go to dinner afterward. Directions: Safeway/Starbucks corner of Iron Pt and Prairie City Road Leader: Scott Miller 769-3935 sam_home@pacbell.net WED 15 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE TO THE UGLY MUG 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Today join us for a beautiful ride in the country to the Ugly Mug in Loomis. The regular ride is 36 miles and the Leisure Ride starts at the same time from Vic’s Market but uses a less hilly route with mileage of 22 miles. Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Linda Noland hm 987-7971 cell 416-6172 and Leisure Rider Leader: Pam Abbott 217-4712 THU 16 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 Non-members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate. Cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net DAVIS DOUBLE SAT 18 DAVIS DOUBLE CENTURY Leader: Tim Bartoe 544-0276 timothybartoe@yahoo.com LODI CENTURY SAT 18 LODI SUNRISE CENTURY The Lodi Sunrise Rotary Club invites you to participate in our annual Sunrise Century. The event includes a 50k, 100k and 100 mile grand tour of the beautiful Lodi region of California. Each of the routes offers scenic views of the vineyards, tranquil pastures and farm lands along lightly traveled roads. NEW COURSE / VENUE PLANNED FOR 2013! Directions: Lodi High School Leader: Dave Abbott 217-0556 abbottboy@sbcglobal.net SUN 19 AUBURN BACKROADS 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: C+50 Ride with me on a lot of backroads to Auburn for lunch (brunch) at LaBou and return to Vic’s-kudos to Linda Noland for the route. Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 SUN 19 BEGINNER RIDE SERIES 5 OF 5 1:00 PM..................................... Grade: D/25 This is the final session of the Ride Committee’s special fivepart series designed for cycling newbies and those returning to the sport who would like some friendly advice and assistance on basic cycling techniques, safety, fitness, nutrition and simple mechanics. If you’ve attended all/most of the sessions, you are ready for a club ride on area streets. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Joe Lesh 242-8391 May Cont. May Cont. MON 20 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Dave Abbott 217-0556 SAT MON 20 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 See May 6 Monday Evening Bike Trail Ride for description. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Dennis Nolan 709-4830 denflys@aol.com Leader: Linda Jew 682-8287 Jewls4me2001@yahoo.com TUE 21 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER-FOLSOM 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. We usually go to dinner afterward. Directions: Safeway/Starbucks corner of Iron Pt and Prairie City Road Leader: Scott Miller 769-3935 sam_home@pacbell.net WED 22 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Bill Bischoff 531-2802 and Leisure Ride Leader: Nancy Bischoff 206-2802 THU 23 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 See May 16 Thursday Evening Bike Trail Ride for description. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net FRI 24 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Linda Noland hm 987-7971 cell 416-6172 SAT 25 METRIC OR FULL CENTURY YEARLY CHALLENGE 8:00 AM............................... Grade: D65/100 Continue on my year long challenge of a metric/full century per month (don’t worry if you didn’t do the first three months...join us anyway). This quarter the shorter route will remain fairly flat but the full century will have a few hills. There will be food stops planned to regroup and chat and fuel up. I will keep a log of who completes each challenge ride and at the end of the year, give special recognition to those who made all 12 rides. Come on out...it will be FUN (she said)! Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Heidi Knipping 605-9270 and Dean 599-2313 25 ARBORETUM RIDE #2 9:00 AM...................................... Grade: E24 Join us for a ride to the UC Davis Arboretum. After touring the arboretum, stop at any of the cafes and restaurants around Davis for a bite to eat before heading back to the park and ride lot. Directions: Meet at the West Sac Park & Ride lot (from I-80, take West Capitol Ave exit - last exit before the Yolo Causeway - to the Park & Ride lot). SUN 26 MEMORABLE MAY MORNING 8:00 AM............................. Grade: D/C 30/43 Enjoy a spring ride through the Loomis/Granite Bay countryside. Flower farm rest stop at mile 19. Long ride will be swept. Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Linda Noland 987-7971 hm, 416-6172 cell SUN 26 CRUSIER AND T-SHIRT RIDE 10:00 AM.............................. Grade: F 15-20 Bring your cruiser bikes...no derailleurs allowed! Oh okay, if you must, we will fix it so you can’t shift. :-) No jerseys either...T-shirts only and if you show up in sandals you get extra style points :-) But since this is a club ride you do need to wear a helmet (sigh). We will pedal downtown to a local eatery. This is an anti-speed happening, not your typical C-Meany Ride 8-) Directions: Meet at Guy West bridge on University Drive opposite side of the river from CSUS. Park on the street near the bridge or better yet ride in. Leader: Steve Cimini Cyclstev@aol.com or 205-3958 MON 27 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Dave Tarquino 335-1483 MON 27 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 See May 6 Monday Evening Bike Trail Ride for description. Directions: Meet at the bench on the bike trail at William Pond where we usually have our club picnic (by the water fountain & bathroom). Leader: Heidi Knipping 605-9270 J May Cont. TUE 28 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER-FOLSOM 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. We usually go to dinner afterward. Directions: Safeway/Starbucks corner of Iron Pt and Prairie City Road Leader: Scott Miller 769-3935 sam_home@pacbell.net WED 29 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Don Scalise 485-2611 and Leisure Ride Leader: Elaine Hens 501-2213 WED 29 FOOTHILLS BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C33 Mixing it up we’ll ride to Kim’s Country Kitchen in Lincoln for breakfast-approximately 2600 feet altitude gain. If you haven’t joined us on this route, come and be pleasantly surprised to see some bike trails in Roseville, Rocklin, and Lincoln. Meet at Maidu Park. (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194 THU 30 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 Non-members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate. Cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00 PM. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net FRI 31 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Dave Tarquino 335-1483 IMPORTANT ITEMS TO BRING ON A RIDE!!! REQUIRED: Spare tube or tubular tire, patch kit, pump, lights/reflectors on night rides, helmet. RECOMMENDED: Basic tools, first aid kit, filled water bottle, snack, money, identification. U N E SAT 1 GOING LOOPY IN EDH 8:00 AM............................... Grade: B- 34/45 We’ll be doing some hill loops in El Dorado Hills to stay in shape for upcoming events and tours. Directions: Meet near the Starbucks in the shopping center at the SW corner of E. Bidwell St and Broadstone Pkwy in Folsom. From Hiwy 50 take the E. Bidwell/Scott Rd exit, left on E. Bidwell, left on Broadstone and right into the parking lot. Leader: Kathy Wright, 212-2374 kathywri@sbcglobal.net SAT 1 NORCAL RIDE ATAXIA -DAVIS Ride Ataxia will offer 15, 30 and 50 mile flat plus 55 and 68 mile hilly cycling routes on scenic country roads. Ride Ataxia benefits FARA- a nonprofit organization dedicated to research leading to a cure for Friedreich’s ataxia (FA). Registration is limited to the first 600 participants. Same day registration is permitted only if space is available. Go to:http://rideataxia.blogspot.com/2012/11/ride-ataxia2013-dates.html for more information. Directions: Veterans Memorial Center 203 East 14th Street Davis, CA 95616 Leaders: Amanda Pain 501-8098 and Vivienne Nicol 752-3890 SUN 2 AMERICAS MOST BEAUTIFUL BIKE RIDE 6:00 AM The 72-mile America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride circumnavigates the highways clockwise around Lake Tahoe in both Nevada and California. The 100-mile course does an additional 30 miles out and back from Tahoe City to Truckee. This scenic ride includes a challenging 800 foot climb to a rest stop overlooking Emerald Bay and a 1,000 foot climb to Spooner Junction. There are also many short rolling ascents and descents totaling over 2,600 vertical feet of elevation gain! The altitude ranges between 6,300 feet and 7,100 feet above sea level and the ride is recommended for conditioned recreational bicyclists, not for beginners. Directions: Lake Tahoe Horizon Casino Resort on Highway 50, Stateline, South Shore Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Leader: Becky Neal 798-9360 nrbneal@sbcglobal.net SUN 2 ALL ROUTES LEAD TO PENRYN 8:00 AM....................... Grade: D34/C41/B57 Find a route that’s right for you through familiar hills in Placer County passing through Loomis, Penryn, and Newcastle. The long route will also go through Ophir, descending Chili Hill and climbing Ridge Rd. Rest stop at Trailhead Coffee and Cycling Lounge in Penryn on all routes. Optional second rest stop at Flower Farm. Long route will not be swept so be prepared with food, water and supplies. Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Carolyn Lewis 335-9077 (cell) MON 3 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Dave Tarquino 335-1483 June Cont. MON 3 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 Non-Members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate, cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the ride leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00PM sharp! Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: John Findley 967-7353 TUE 4 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: D25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. Reflective gear recommended. Directions: South Hills Shopping Center, Southland Park Dr between 35th and 43rd Leader: Steve Cimini Cyclstev@aol.com 205-3958 TUE 4 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. We will be doing all surface streets and a few hills as we ride our way from Rocklin to Lincoln. Dinner afterwards if enough interest. Meet at Bel Air, Rocklin (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Shon Elmer 530-902-4263 wildbikegurl@yahoo.com WED 5 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Dave Abbott 217-4712 and Leisure Ride Leader: Dawn Cole 847-5244 WED 5 FOOTHILLS BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C40 Join us on a beautiful loop to Newcastle and return to Roseville after breakast (under $5 + tip)-approximately 1500 feet of altitude gain. Meet at Maidu Park. (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194 CLUB MEETING WED 5 BIKE HIKERS CLUB MEETING 7:00 PM Tonight’s speaker will be announced soon. Directions: Meet at Community Clubhouse 1 in Carmichael Park. The clubhouse is locaed at 5750 Grant Ave near the corner of Fair Oaks Blvd. and Grant Ave. Go West on Grant Ave and the Community Clubhouse will be on your left, park in back near the tennis courts. See a map at http://www.carmichaelpark.com/Parks/Maps/ CPMap.082806.mht June Cont. THU 6 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 Non-members and all levels of riders are welcome to participate. Cycle for fitness and recreation, and learn about the Bike Hikers. Ride at your own pace; the leader will sweep the 20 mile trail to ensure all riders return to the start. Riders must wear helmets and should bring a water bottle. Be ready to ride at 6:00 PM. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net FRI 7 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Don Scalise 485-2611 SAT 8 RIDE BACK FROM MARTINEZ 8:00 AM............................ Grade: C75-C130 We will take Amtrak out to Martinez (tentatively Capitol Corridor #729). We should arrive in Martinez a bit after 10am and then we ride back to start location. 75 to Davis, 92 to Sacramento, 130 to Rocklin. This will be a no-sweep ride with a few regroup points. Most of the climbing is in first 50 miles and we should have a tail-wind. Ride sign-in will be on-board train, you will need to pre-purchase ticket to Martinez prior to ride. Directions: 8:00 AM Rocklin Amtrak (free parking) 8:30 AM Sacramento Amtrak ($9 parking) 9:00 AM Davis Amtrak (free parking) Leader: Scott Miller 768-3935 sam_home@pacbell.net SAT 8 FOLSOM LAKE VISITATION 8:00 AM...................................... Grade: C41 Ride through some beautiful housing “tracts” to Folsom Lake and on to Newcastle for a snack before looping back to Roseville. Approximately 1500 feet of altitude gain. Meet at Maidu Park. (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 SUN 9 THE REX RIDE 7:00 AM Here is a chance for a fun ride and an opportunity to support the beautiful American River Parkway where we spend so many wonderful days! More information is available at www.arpf.org. Check-in time is between 7AM to 8:30AM. A tax-deductible registration fee is required, which directly supports the Parkway and provides a logo T-shirt and refreshments. The ride starts at William Pond Park and follows the bike trail down to Discovery Park then up to Beals and back to William Pond. You decide how many miles to ride. Pay the registration fee, sign-in, do the ride and receive club mileage credit. Members are heartily encouraged to wear Bike Hiker apparel (jersey, jacket) to show club affiliation. Directions: William Pond Park Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398 bird-brains@earthlink.net June Cont. MON 10 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280 752-0234 (cell) MON 10 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 See June 3rd, Monday Evening Bike Trail Ride for description. Directions: Meet at the bench on the bike trail at William Pond where we usually have our club picnic (by the water fountain & bathroom). Leader: Heidi Knipping 605-9270 TUE 11 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: D25+ See June 4 Tuesday Evening Ride for ride details. Directions: South Hills Shopping Center, Southland Park Dr between 35th and 43rd Leader: Cyclstev@aol.com 205-3958 TUE 11 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C35+ See June 4 Tuesday Evening Ride and Dinner for ride details. Meet at Bel Air, Rocklin (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Shon Elmer 530-902-4263 wildbikegurl@yahoo.com WED 12 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE TO THE UGLY MUG 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Today join us for a beautiful ride in the country to the Ugly Mug in Loomis. The regular ride is 36 miles and the Leisure Ride starts at the same time from Vic’s Market but uses a less hilly route with mileage of 22 miles. Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Linda Noland hm 987-7971, cell 416-6172 and Leisure Rider Leader: Pam Abbott 217-4712 WED 12 PALLADIO SUMMER CONCERT 6:15 PM...................................... Grade: D20 An easy loop from Vic’s to the Palladio in Folsom. The Palladio hosts outdoor summer concerts on Wednesday evenings from 7pm-9pm. Ride is no-sweep. There are plenty of locations to get something to eat at the Palladio. A lock is recommended. You should have lights if you plan to ride back after dark. Check http://gopalladio.com/ for concert information. Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Scott Miller sam_home@pacbell.net 768-3935 THU 13 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 See June 6 Thursday Evening Bike Trail Ride for details. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net FRI 14 FLAG DAY COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday; also Flag Day. Put on your patriotic colors or flag and head for the ride. The easy ride will be swept. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Pete Altenburg 363 9564 June Cont. SIERRA CENTURY SAT 15 SIERRA CENTURY (SAC WHEELMEN) 38th annual Sierra Century. We’ll be offering three challenging and scenic routes (a metric,a century, and a double metric), all starting and ending at the Amador County Fairgrounds in Plymouth CA. The Fairgrounds are reserved for Friday, June 14 for tent camping and RV parking. Hotel accommodations will be available nearby. Directions: Amador County Fairgrounds Sign In Sheet will be near registration @ 6:30 A.M. Leader: Kathy Mrowka 716-9591 SUN 16 KNOT YOUR NORMAL RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D35+ Join the Knipping’s for an early morning jaunt to some place new and fresh (well we hope it is anyway). We have perused our Entertainment book for great places with great savings...we will email the restaurant so you can grab your coupon! Heidi has the broom so watch it (just kidding)...this ride is swept. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions). Leaders: Heidi Knipping 605-9270 and Dean 599-2313 MON 17 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Joshua Neisinger 505-6935 jneisinger@hotmail.com MON 17 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 See June 3rd, Monday Evening Bike Trail Ride for ride details. Directions: Meet at the bench on the bike trail at William Pond where we usually have our club picnic. (by the water fountain & bathroom) Leader: Heidi Knipping 605-9270 TUE 18 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: D25+ See June 4 Tuesday Evening Ride for ride details. Directions: South Hills Shopping Center, Southland Park Dr between 35th and 43rd Leader: cyclstev@aol.com 205-3958 TUE 18 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ See June 4 Tuesday Evening Ride and Dinner for ride details. Meet at Bel Air, Rocklin (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Shon Elmer 530-902-4263 wildbikegurl@yahoo.com WED 19 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Bill Bischoff 531-2802 and Leisure Ride Leader: Nancy Bischoff 206-2802 June Cont. WED 19 FOOTHILLS BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM...................................... Grade: C40 Another loop Roseville to Newcastle on country roads and return. Breakfast under $5 + tip-approximately 1500 feet of altitude gain. Meet at Maidu Park. (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523/Doug Souvignier 332-8194 WED 19 PALLADIO SUMMER CONCERT 6:15 PM...................................... Grade: D20 An easy loop from Vic’s to the Palladio in Folsom. The Palladio hosts outdoor summer concerts on Wednesday evenings from 7pm-9pm. Ride is no-sweep. There are plenty of locations to get something to eat at the Palladio. A lock is recommended. You should have lights if you plan to ride back after dark. Check http://gopalladio.com/ for concert information. Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Scott Miller sam_home@pacbell.net 768-3935 THU 20 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 See June 6 Thursday Evening Bike Trail Ride for details. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398, bird-brains@earthlink.net FRI 21 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280 752-0234 (cell) SAT 22 ARBORETUM RIDE #3 8:00 AM...................................... Grade: E24 Join us for a ride to the UC Davis Arboretum. After touring the arboretum, stop any of the cafes and restaurants around Davis for a bit to eat before heading back to the park and ride lot. Directions: Meet at the West Sac Park & Ride lot (from I-80, take the West Capitol Ave exit - last exit before the Yolo Causeway - to the Park & Ride lot). Leader: Linda Jew 682-8287 Jewls4me2001@yahoo.com SUN 23 NATOMAS BRIDGE EXPERIENCE 8:00 AM................................ Grade: D/E 30+ Enjoy a scenic 30+ mile ride down the American River bike trail and through the Natomas area. We’ll explore many of the interconnected bike trails that the Natomas area has to offer. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Kathy Mrowka 716-9591 SUN 23 A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING 8:30 AM....................................... Grade: A75 This ride has a little bit of everything.......hills, bike trail, hills, a short section of dirt road (~.5 mile), some more hills. No Sweep Ride (there are a few regroup points though) Ride heads south and west through Old French area toward Loomis, then North and west to EDH through Cothrin Ranch area (very hilly). Break is in EDH at Peet’s on White Rock. We then ride North and East through EDH area toward Bass Lake, continuing on Deer Valley to Rescue. A short out-in-back to top of Pine Hill then we thread our way through Stagecoach community on our way Placerville, and finally back to start. Directions: Greenstone Park-n-Ride on north side of Hwy 50 Leader: Scott Miller sam_home@pacbell.net 768-3935 June Cont. MON 24 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM.......................................... Grade: E/D30+ Join us for a roving morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Linda Noland 987-7971 home 416-6172 cell MON 24 MONDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM.............................. Grade: E/D20/30 See June 3rd, Monday Evening Bike Trail Ride for ride details. Directions: Meet at the bench on the bike trail at William Pond where we usually have our club picnic. (by the water fountain & bathroom) Leader: Heidi Knipping 605-9270 TUE 25 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: D25+ See June 4 Tuesday Evening Ride for ride details. Directions: South Hills Shopping Center, Southland Park Dr between 35th and 43rd Leader: Cyclstev@aol.com 205-3958 TUE 25 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM.................................... Grade: C25+ See June 4 Tuesday Evening Ride and Dinner for ride details. Meet at Bel Air, Rocklin (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Shon Elmer 530-902-4263 wildbikegurl@yahoo.com WED 26 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 8:00 AM................................. Grade: E/D30+ We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride, but has its own leader, the grade is E/D20-30 and the pace is determined by the group. One sign-in sheet is used for both ride options. Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leaders: Don Scalise 485-2611 and Leisure Ride Leader: John Findley 967-7353 WED 26 PALLADIO SUMMER CONCERT 6:15 PM...................................... Grade: D20 An easy loop from Vic’s to the Palladio in Folsom. The Palladio hosts outdoor summer concerts on Wednesday evenings from 7pm-9pm. Ride is no-sweep. There are plenty of locations to get something to eat at the Palladio. A lock is recommended. You should have lights if you plan to ride back after dark. Check http://gopalladio.com/ for concert information. Meet at Vic’s Market, Folsom (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Scott Miller sam_home@pacbell.net 768-3935 THU 27 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE TRAIL RIDE 6:00 PM................................. Grade: E20/30 See June 6 Thursday Evening Bike Trail Ride for details. Meet at Gold River Town Center (See Ride List for directions). Leader: Sarah Jones 583-8398 bird-brains@earthlink.net All phone numbers in this schedule are area code 916 unless otherwise noted. June Cont. THU thru SUN 27 SAN FRANCISCO / MARIN TOUR 30 Join us for a tour of southern Marin County and San Francisco. The tour has been updated with a new hike and cycling routes through San Francisco, Sausalito, Tiburon and Angel Island. Directions: See the club’s Event page on our website for more information. Leaders: Dave and Pam Abbott 961-8826, abbottboy@ sbcglobal.net, Joe Lesh 723-9870 jlesh1940@yahoo.com, and Elaine Hens 242-8384 emh145@yahoo.com Directions: Marin Suites Corte Madera FRI 28 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Eleanor Mark 204-1430 SAT 29 METRIC OR FULL CENTURY YEARLY CHALLENGE 8:00 AM............................... Grade: D65/100 Continue on my year long challenge of a metric/full century per month (don’t worry if you didn’t do the first three months...join us anyway). This quarter the shorter route will remain fairly flat but the full century will have a few hills. There will be food stops planned to regroup and chat and fuel up. I will keep a log of who completes each challenge ride and at the end of the year, give special recognition to those who made all 12 rides. Come on out...it will be FUN (she said)! Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Heidi Knipping 605-9270, Dean 599-2313 SAT 29 FOLSOM COFFEE RUN 8:00 AM.................................... Grade: D30+ If you can’t come out for weekday coffee rides, join us for a ride to a Folsom coffee shop this Saturday! Meet at Five Points Shopping Ctr (See Ride List for directions) Leader: Becky Neal 916-798-9360 nrbneal@sbcglobal.net SUN 30 LUNCH IN GRASS VALLEY... 8:30 AM...................................... Grade: B62 ...from Auburn. This route takes us up Placer Hills, Dog Bar and Rattlesnake roads to Grass Valley for lunch and then returns on Mc Courtney, Wolf, a bit of Hwy 49, Lonestar and Bell back to Auburn. Bring plenty of water and snacks as services are limited. This is a NO SWEEP ride. Directions: Meet at Raley’s off I-80 at the Forest Hill exit in Auburn Leader: Steve Cimini Cyclstev@aol.com 205-3958 The Sacramento Bike Hikers are affiliated with the League of American Bicyclists. Membership in L.A.B. is encouraged for all Bike Hiker members as well as all cyclists. Call (202) 822-1333 or see their webpage at: www.bikeleague.org. Ride Coordinator’s Message By Pam Abbott & Elaine Hens We have a great assortment of rides this quarter. Something for everyone! The Beginner Ride Series continues on April 13, April 21, May 11 & May 19 If you signed up to get your “2 cents worth” of Spring Blitz, we will be celebrating with a dinner on Wed. April 24. Included in this quarter are two (2) Tours and ten (10) Benefit/Event rides. So you see there really is something for everyone. 2nd Quarter Highlights PARTY PARDEE on April 6th Bike to Work Week May 13-17 Bike Fest May 9th Bike to Work Day May 17th Benefit & Event Rides: Bike Around The Buttes April 20th Chico Wildflower April 28th Santa Rosa Century May 4th Delta Century May 5th Lodi Sunrise Century May 18th Davis Double May 18th Ataxia Ride June 1st Americas’ Most Beautiful Ride June 2nd Rex Ride June 9th Sierra Century June 15th The Great Divide Mountain Bike Route Ride Mid May to August San Francisco Marin Tour June 27th – 30th We encourage everyone to apply for a Ride Leader Account: http://www.bikehikers.com/Resources/ RideLdrs/ RL_Account.php5 Thanks once again to all our ride leaders. We couldn’t do it without you. Pam and Elaine CLUB NEWS 2013 New Members Sacramento Bike Hikers, Inc. Balance Sheet As of December 31, 2012 From Membership Chair Dennis Nolan David Black Pam Flanagan Toni Forrester Katherine Hess John Hess Andy Kalnoki Ernest Kenney Ron Lingren Madeleine Silva Martin Tomas Amy West MOVED RECENTLY? NEW PHONE NUMBER? If you recently moved, got a new phone number, or changed your e-mail address, please give your new contact information to Dennis Nolan membership chair. Club Meeting Location Club meetings are held at Community Clubhouse 1 in Carmichael Park. The clubhouse is located at 5750 Grant Avenue near the corner of Fair Oaks Blvd and Grant Avenue. Go west on Grant Avenue and the Community Clubhouse will be on your left. There is a sign on the building, and tennis courts are next to the building. Parking is limited in front of the clubhouse, but there is ample parking in the back. A map can be found at: http://www.carmichaelpark. com/Parks/Maps/CPMap.082806.mht ASSETS Cash $ 62,212 Fixed Assets Accumulated depreciation TOTAL ASSETS LIABILITIES & FUND BALANCE Sales Tax Payable Fund Balance TOTAL LIABILITIES & FUND BALANCE 4,545 (4,545) $ 62,212 $ 90 62,122 $ 62.212 Statement of Income For the year ended December 31, 2012 REVENUE Membership Dues Program Service Revenue Advertising Merchandise, net of cost of sales Interest Earned Other Total Revenue $ 7,440 71,881 800 5,717 22 221 $ 86,081 EXPENSES Donations Publication expense Program Service Expense Administrative Expense Total Expenses Excess (deficit) revenue over expenses $ 7,250 9,905 57,156 7,092 $ 81,403 $ 4,678 Statement of Changes in Fund Balance December 31, 2012 Fund balance January 1, 2011 Excess (deficit) revenue over expenses Fund balance December 31, 2011 Prepared by Management $ $ 57,444 4,678 62,122 SACRAMENTO New Membership BIKE HIKERS Renewal MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Check Type Of Membership Name Individual ................................................... $15 Address Family . ........................................................ $20 City Family Membership State ZIP Phone E-mail (2 adults & children under 18 living in the same houshold) Name of family member(s) who will be riding: Birthdate: Birthdate Would you be willing to volunteer to help lead rides? Could you help on club events? Are you a beginning rider? Make checks payable to: SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS (Club apparel not included in membership fees) Mail application and check to: Sacramento Bike Hikers c/o Dennis Nolan PO Box 1005 Sacramento, CA 95609 Release and Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity & Parental Consent Agreement (“Agreement”) In consideration of participating in Sacramento Bike Hikers (“Club”) sponsored Bicycling Activities (“Activity”), I for myself, my personal representatives, assignees, heirs, and next of kin: 1) Acknowledge, agree and represent that I understand the nature of Bicycling Activities and that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such Activity. I further acknowledge that the Activity will be conducted over public roads and facilities open to the public during the Activity and upon which the hazards of traveling are to be expected. I further agree and warrant that if at any time I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation in the Activity. 2) Further understand that: (a) bicycling activities involve risks and dangers of serious bodily injury, including permanent disability, paralysis and death (“Risks”); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions, or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Activity, the condition in which the Activity takes place, or the negligence of the “releasees” named below; (c) there may be other risks and social and economic losses either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I fully accept and assume all such risks and responsibility for losses, costs, and damages I incur as a result of my participation in the Activity. 3) Hereby release, discharge, and covenant not to sue the Club, the League of American Bicyclists, their respective administrators, directors, agents, officers, volunteers, and employees, other participants, any sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises on which the Activity takes place, (each considered one of the “Releasees” herein) from all liability, claims, demands, losses, or damages on my account caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the “RELEASEES” or otherwise, including negligent rescue operation; and I further agree that if, despite this release and waiver of liability, indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the RELEASEES from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss, liability, damage, or cost which any may incur as a result of such claim. I have read the agreement, fully understand its terms, understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it, and have signed it freely and without any inducement or assurance of any nature and intend it to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extend allowed by law and agree that if any portion of this agreement is held to be invalid, the balance, not withstanding, shall continue in full force and effect. Please read the waiver and sign below Signature of applicant ________________________________________________ Date ________________________ Signature of other applicant ____________________________________________ Date ________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian (if member is under 18) _____________________________________________________ Want To Buy SBH Clothing? Club apparel is available at Carmichael Cyles in the Five Points Shopping Center at Fair Oaks and Arden, Carmichael. Check their ad in the ride schedule for location details. Club apparel is not included in membership fees and mail order is not available. The following items are available at the bike shop. Short Sleeve Jersey........... $60 Sleeveless Jersey............... $60 Vest..................................... $50 Jacket.................................. $65 Message from the Editor Laurel Beck “When the spirits are low, when the day appears dark, when work becomes monotonous, when hope hardly seems worth having, just mount a bicycle and go out for a spin down the road, without thought on anything but the ride you are taking. “ Sizes available: Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, and plus sizes (XXL and XXXL). Men and women sizes available. Jersey fit for both sexes is club cut. Cash or Check Only, No Credit Cards. “NO SWEEP” RIDES “No Sweep” rides designated by this symbol tell potential riders that they need to be self-sufficient. No one will be following behind to look out for them should they need assistance. It tells them that they shouldn’t consider this ride unless they would probably do it on their own or with a friend. Basically it’s a ride for experienced riders. However, ride leaders are encouraged to arrange regroup points on the route to allow riders to stay together. Riders on “No Sweep” riders are encouraged to ride together and check with stopped riders to see if they need assistance. Ride leaders will still check to make sure everyone returns safely. 2013 OFFICERS & STAFF PRESIDENT.................Greg Smith.............916 539-9400 VICE PRESIDENT........Dietmar Sokowski..916 743-5990 SECRETARY................Joe Lesh.................916 242-8391 MEMBERSHIP.............Dennis Nolan..........916 709-4830 TREASURER...............Bill Bischoff.............916 939-0489 STAFF Ride Coordinators........Pam Abbott.............916 961-8826 and........Elaine Hens............916 242-8384 Publishing.....................Laurel Beck............916 791-1363 Website.........................Bill Gude.................916 722-2198 Mailing List Moderator..Andy Chandler.......916 988-1499 Brochure Distribution....Larry Robinson.......916 838-5654 Mileage Recorder.........Jerry Beckett..........916 214-3203 Tour Director.................Larry Robinson.......916 838-5654 Locker Coordinators.....Dave Tarquino........916 335-1483 and........Gerry Townsend.....916 769-1309 Historian.......................Sharyn Miller..........530 677-7732 Party Pardee Chairs.....Steve Anderson......916 293-9857 and........Vivienne Nicol........916 752-3890 ~ Sir Arthur Conan Doyle If you are visiting the American River Parkway, keep these numbers on hand: Sacramento County Parks...................... 916 875-5656 State Park Ranger (Hazel to Beal’s Point). 916 988-0205 x777 State Park Emergency............................ 916 358-1301 State Park Non-Emergency..................... 916 958-1300 State Park Information............................. 916 988-0205 Emergency.............................................. 911 RIDE GRADING CODE THREE FACTORS make up the ease or difficulty of a ride – not counting such chance factors as traffic, road conditions, and weather. These factors are important considerations for riders when selecting rides in which to participate. No rider will knowingly be left behind alone. However, riders should NOT sign up for rides beyond their ability. “Biting off more than you can chew” can result in discouragement or sore muscles, and invites accidents. • Terrain Elevation - Represented by an alpha letter A - Steep - Mostly steep grades: strong riders only B - Steep/Moderate- Some relief from steep grades C - Moderate - Hilly; a challenge for the average rider D - Moderate/Easy - Rolling hills, a challenge for beginners E - Easy - Some gentle grades, but no problems F - Flat - If any route is really flat • • Distance - Represented by the actual number of miles Pace - Will range in ‘miles per hour’ between about 12 mph on easy short distance rides to 20+ mph on hard long distance rides. Generally, the pace increases as the difficulty (steepness and distance) of the ride increases. Riders tend to increase their pace as they gain experience, fitness, and are challenged by difficulty. Beginners and novices are strongly advised to select easy and short distance rides to start with, and progress up the grading scale with experience and capability. Non Profit Org US POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 1163 Sacramento, CA The Sacramento Bike Hikers, P.O. Box 276262 / Sacramento, CA 95827. Membership Application Detach & mail to: SABA, 909 12th St, Suite 114, Sacramento, CA 95814 SACRAMENTO AREA BICYCLES ADVOCATES Making Sacramento a cycling capital Who We Are The Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates (SABA) is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit group dedicated to representing cyclists and making cycling safe, convenient, and desirable. SABA’s goal is to increase use of the bicycle in our community as a healthy, pollution-free, and practical mode of transportation – to have many more everyday trips made by bike. We want more places like the beautiful American River Parkway bike trail. Even more, we want you and everyone in your family to be able to go anywhere by bike – without fear or danger. Join SABA members like yourself who bike to get to work and school, to run errands, to shop, and to have fun. Join today! Support Sacramento’s cycling community! Name(s): _____________________________________ Address: _____________________________________ City: _____________________________________ State: _ ______ Zip:_____________ Home Phone: ( ) _ ________________________ Work Phone: ) _ ________________________ ( E-mail: ________________________________________ Membership levels (Make checks payable to SABA): Legacy Club * - $1,000 [ ] Leadership Circle* - $325 [ ] Century* - $100 [ ] Business/Organization* - $75 [ ] Sustaining* - $75 [ ] Sponsoring - $50 [ ] Family - $40 [ ] Individual - $30 [ ] Money’s not enough. Contact me about volunteering [ SABA T-Shirts - $15 [ ] Size: [ ] ] * Free SABA T-shirt, please specify size ( S, M, L, XL ) Folsom residents become members of FABA, the Folsom Chapter. If you don’t live in Folsom, but would like to join, check here [ ].
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