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Day: Mondays
Frequency: Weekly
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Start Location: Starbucks on Lyndell Terrace
Distance: 24 miles
Pace: 9 to 12 mph
Description: A slower-paced ride with a stop in Woodland. The Less Fast Group ride heads northwest on county roads and has a snack stop in Woodland before returning to Davis. We currently take a break at Peets Cafe inside Raleys (Main and Pedrick).
For more information contact Dan at scucher@aol.com.
Day: Tuesdays
Frequency: Weekly
Start Time: 7:45 AM
Start Location: Starbucks on Lyndell Terrace
Distance: 29 miles
Pace: 12 to 16 mph
Description: A relaxed ride that circumnavigates Davis and stops in for coffee and treats on the SE side of town. After leaving Starbucks on Lyndell Terrace, the Early Start ride makes its way down to Lake & Russell, where there is a second meet-up spot on the Russell Bike Path. The ride continues on the Bike Path, then turns south along Road 95A/Stevenson Bridge to Sievers, then heads east, crosses over Interstate 80, and continues east on Tremont to Mace Boulevard. From there, the ride turns north into South Davis for a snack break (currently Common Grounds). After the break, the riders head for home at a relaxed pace.
Day: Wednesdays
Frequency: Weekly
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Start Location: Starbucks on Lyndell Terrace
Distance: 27 miles
Pace: 12 to 16 mph
Description: A relaxed ride that stops in at the Solano Baking Company in Dixon. This leisurely-paced ride to Winters begins at Lake and Russell (on the bike path). The ride continues on to the end of the Bike Path then turns left and continues south along Road 95A/Stevenson Bridge to Sievers, then doglegs over to Schroeder Road and continues south. The route then turns left on Silveyville Road, right on Pitt School Road, and over Interstate 80 to the Solano Baking Company in Dixon for a snack. After the break, the route works its way east and north to Tremont Road, out to Mace Boulevard, and then back to town via Montgomery Road through Willowbank. On the way back to Davis, there is an option to turn up Old Davis Road for a short cut back into town.
For more information contact Dan and Sharon at scucher@aol.com.
Day: Wednesdays
Frequency: Weekly
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Start Location: Wheelworks (247 F St, Davis, CA 95616)
Distance: About 30 miles
Pace: 16 to 18 mph
Description: A weekly, moderately paced ride for women. Ride starts from Wheelworks. Starting from Wheelworks, we'll ride a no-drop 30-mile loop to Winters at a pace between 16 and 18mph. The route may vary depending on the whim of the ride leader or the prevailing winds. We will practice group riding skills and, depending on interest, stop for coffee afterwards. This is a great learning opportunity for fit beginners and women interested in making good friends on a ride. Please join us!
For more information contact Martha at marfjax@gmail.com.
Day: Thursdays
Frequency: Weekly
Start Time: 5:45 PM
Start Location: Russell Bike Path at the intersection of Lake and Russell Blvds.
Distance: 30 miles
Pace: 9 to 12 mph
Description: A relaxed evening ride to Winters for dinner. This is an easy-going ride to Winters. We meet at the intersection of Lake Boulevard and the Russell bike path. The route is flat and follows the bike path to Road 95/Stevenson Bridge Road, then south to Putah Creek Road, and west into Winters. We stop in Winters for live music at the Rotary Park gazebo. Dinner at one of the restaurants is another option, before heading back to Davis along the same route. Be sure to bring lights and wear reflective gear. Expect friendly conversation. No one will be left behind. Please e-mail the ride leader if you plan to join the ride. Although listed on the ride calendar, the ride leader may be absent or the ride may be canceled without prior notice. The departure time may be adjusted, depending on the preferred pace of the riders, in order to arrive in time for the music to begin at 7:00. Ride subject to cancellation in the event of a high temperature forecast above 98 F.
For more information contact Russell at russell.reagan@gmail.com.
Day: Fridays
Frequency: Weekly
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Start Location: Russell Bike Path at the intersection of Lake and Russell Blvds.
Distance: 25 miles
Pace: 12 to 16 mph
Description: A relaxed, no-drop ride to Winters. Meet at Lake & Russell. This leisurely-paced ride to Winters begins at Lake & Russell (on the bike path). We'll regroup at least once on the way out and on the return. No one is ever left behind. Or out of sight, for that matter. Coffee and a brief solve-the-world's-issues roundtable at Steady Eddys before returning to Davis. Please feel welcome to join us!
Day: Fridays
Frequency: Weekly
Start Time: 10:00 AM
Start Location: Aileen Johnson's bench in front of Veteran's Memorial at 14th and B Streets
Distance: 10-15 miles
Pace: 9 to 12 mph
Description: A leisurely ride around Davis. Meet at Aileen Johnson's bench in front of Veteran's Memorial at 14th and B Streets at 10 am. This is a good ride for those that are new to cycling, for those that are new to the club and would like to know how they would fit in, and for those that just like a leisurely pace. We will pretty much stick to bike-friendly routes in town and close by. Spandex, carbon-fiber, and computers not required. Contact the ride leader if in doubt about the weather.
For more information contact Dutch at dmartinich@att.net.
Day: Sundays
Frequency: Weekly
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Start Location: Starbucks on Lyndell Terrace
Distance: 35 miles
Pace: 12 to 16 mph
Description: A moderate paced ride to Winters via County Road 29 and Buckeye Road. Coffee break (or optional brunch) at Steady Eddy's, then back to Davis via Putah Creek Road and the Russell bike path. Rain will cancel. The Sunday Morning No Drop is a great ride for both the beginner and the advanced cyclist, be it for endurance or recovery. This is a casual ride to Winters via County Road 29 and Buckeye Road, with very few cars. In Winters, we regroup for coffee and food at Steady Eddy's to socialize. Options also include a loop around Lake Solano, for the cyclists who want to do a longer ride. The pace of some may increase over 16mph, but no one will be left behind. The group may break up somewhat before heading back to Davis via Putah Creek Road and the Russell bike path. We are comprised of a wide range of personalities and cycling abilities, and always welcome a new rider. If you are new to moderate paced, 30 mile rides, please let the leader know so that he may accompany you to help finish the ride! Ride start time is 9am during May through early October, switching to 10am in mid-October.
For more information contact Russell at russell.reagan@gmail.com.