Category Archives: California

2013 Tour de Peninsula

Location: San Mateo, California

Description: WHAT: 2013 San Mateo County Parks Foundation Tour de Peninsula presented by Whole Foods
WHEN: Sunday, August 4, 2013, rides start at 7:00 am and 8:00 am, kids at 12:00 noon.
WHERE: Start/finish at Eucalyptus Picnic Area, Coyote Point Park, San Mateo, California.
WHY: Enjoy a day of cycling and outdoor fun with family and friends. Proceeds benefit San Mateo County Parks Foundation and Bicycle Sunday—car free biking on Cańada Road.
INFO: www.supportparks.org , click the TdP logo.

Event Information
The 2013 Tour de Peninsula offers Bay Area families a day of fun, fitness, and healthy family activities. Now in its 22nd year, this ride is one of Northern California’s most fun recreational cycling events/family/social gatherings. During and after the ride, a day of family fun activities takes place in the park, with a children’s playground, barbecuing, picnics, live music, and equally lively conversation. Proceeds benefit San Mateo County Parks Foundation and Bicycle Sunday – car free biking on Cańada Road.

Route Options
Kids/Family Route: A tour of the bike trails in Coyote Point Park – begins at 12 noon
Short Route: For beginner to intermediate cyclists – 20 miles – begins at 8 am
Long Route: For intermediate to experienced cyclists – 31 miles – begins at 8 am
Metric Century: For advanced cyclists – 63 miles (contains short-cut for 56-mile option) – begins at 7 am

Registration & Packet Pickup
Until June 30: Kids 11 and under, free. 12-17 year olds, $20. Adults 18 and over, $45.
July 1—August 1: Kids 11 and under, free. 12-17 years, $25. Adults 18 and over, $50.
Saturday August 3: Sign-Up and Bib pick-up at Talbot’s Cyclery in San Mateo ($25/$50).
Day of Event: Kids 11 and under, free. 12-17 years, $25. Adults 18 and over, $55.Paid Registration for 12 and older includes T-shirt.
ONLINE REG. DEADLINE: August 1 http://www.supportparks.org/tdp/. Ride-day registration is available, beginning at 6:00 am.

Route: Held in the scenic, mellow Coyote Point Park alongside the San Francisco Bay in San Mateo, the TdP is a perennial highlight of the Bay Area’s recreational social calendar. The TdP is a variety of great cycling routes designed for all levels, from young children and first time riders to serious cyclists.

Start of the ride: 2013-08-04
End of the ride: 2013-08-04

More Details: here

2012 Tour de Peninsula

Location: San Mateo, California

Description: WHAT: 2012 Tour de Peninsula presented by Raleigh Bicycles and Talbot’s Cyclery, recreational bicycle ride
WHEN: Sunday, August 5, 2012, rides start at 7:00 am and 8:00 am, kids at 12:00 noon.
WHERE: Start/finish at Eucalyptus Picnic Area, Coyote Point Park, San Mateo, California.
WHY: Enjoy a day of cycling and outdoor fun with family and friends. Proceeds benefit San Mateo County Parks Foundation and Bicycle Sunday–car free biking on Canada Road.
INFO: www.supportparks.org/tdp

Event Information
The 2012 Tour de Peninsula offers Bay Area families a day of fun, fitness, and healthy family activities. Now in its 21st year, this ride is one of Northern California’s most fun recreational cycling events/family/social gatherings. Held in the scenic, mellow Coyote Point Park alongside the San Francisco Bay in San Mateo, the TdP is a perennial highlight of the Bay Area’s recreational social calendar. The TdP is a variety of great cycling routes designed for all levels, from young children and first time riders to serious cyclists. During and after the ride, a day of family fun activities takes place in the park, with a children’s playground, barbecuing, picnics, live music, and equally lively conversation. Proceeds benefit San Mateo County Parks Foundation and Bicycle Sunday — car free biking on Canada Road.

Route: 1. Kids/Family Route – 2-6 miles on bike trail in Coyote Point Park

2. Short Route – 20 miles

3. Long Route – 31 miles

4. Metric Century – 63 miles

Start of the ride: 2012-08-05
End of the ride: 2012-08-05

More Details: here

2011 Tour de Peninsula (TdP) Family Recreational Bicycle Ride

Location: San Mateo, California

Description: WHAT: 2011 Tour de Peninsula (TdP) Family Recreational Bicycle Ride
WHEN: Sunday, August 7, 2011, rides start at 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.
WHERE: Start/finish at Eucalyptus Picnic Area, Coyote Point Park, San Mateo, California
WHY: Enjoy a day of cycling and outdoor fun with family and friends. Proceeds benefit San Mateo County Parks Foundation and Bicycle Sunday—car-free biking on Canada Road.
INFO: www.supportparks.org , click TdP logo

This delightful day of cycling and outdoor fun with family and friends is based on the shores of San Francisco bay in scenic Coyote Point Park, and this year celebrates its 20th anniversary. Choose from a variety of routes to suit everyone from young children and first time riders to serious cyclists. Throughout the day, during and after the ride, family fun activities take place in the park, with a children’s playground, barbecuing, picnics, live music, and equally lively conversation. Proceeds benefit San Mateo County Parks Foundation and Bicycle Sunday—car-free biking on Canada Road.

Route Options
Kids/Family Route: 1-3 miles on bike trail in Coyote Point Park begins at 12 noon
Short Route for beginner to intermediate cyclists: 20 miles begins at 8 am
Long Route for intermediate to experienced cyclists: 31 miles begins at 8 am
Metric Century for advanced cyclists: 63 miles (contains short-cut for 56-mile option) begins at 7 am

Registration Through June 30: Kids 11 and under are free. 12-16 years are $20. Adults 17 and over are $40.
Through August 3: Kids 11 and under are free. 12-16 years are $25. Adults 17 and over are $45. Day of Event: Kids 11 and under are free. 12-16 years are $25. Adults 17 and over are $50. Paid Registration for 12 and older includes T-shirt. ONLINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Participants are encouraged to register online by July 29, by visiting http://www.supportparks.org/tdp/. Ride-day registration is available, beginning at 6:00 am.

General Enquiries
tdp@supportparks.org, 650-321-1638

To Volunteer
Visit www.supportparks.org/tdp/volunteers.html or volunteer tab on TdP pages at Supportparks.org, or call 650-321-5812

Route: Route Maps for All Ride Distances

http://supportparks.org/tdp/directions.html

Start of the ride: 2011-08-07

More Details: here

Chileno Valley Classic

Location: Petaluma, California

Description: West Marin has long been considered one of the most idyllic places to ride a bike. Graced with breathtaking scenery, gorgeous roads and challenging but not overwhelming climbs, the Chileno Valley Cycling Classic exemplifies cycling in coastal Marin. By joining us at the CVCC you will be supporting a unique athletic opportunity for high school youth. The ride will offer both recreational and competitive cyclists the opportunity to participate in a challenging and meticulously organized ride.

The Ride will start and finish at the Baumann Ranch in the heart of Chileno Valley near Petaluma, California. Fully stocked aid/rest stations will be positioned throughout the course. Upon returning from your ride, participants will be greeted by the “Chileno Valley Feast.” The post-ride party, with music, gourmet garden dining, and prize drawings will continue throughout the afternoon.

If you have any questions you can email lauren@norcalmtb.org or visit http://www.norcalmtb.org/events/Chileno/index.htm to register.

See you there!

Route: The Ride will start and finish at the Baumann Ranch in the heart of Chileno Valley near Petaluma, California. Fully stocked aid/rest stations will be positioned throughout the course.

There are three ride options: 45 miles, 65 miles, and 100 miles.

Start of the ride: 2010-09-19
End of the ride: 2010-09-19

More Details: here

Levi Leipheimer’s King Ridge GranFondo

Location: Santa Rosa, California

Description: Join three-time Amgen Tour of California winner, Levi Leipheimer, for a fully-supported fall bicycle ride in some of the nation’s finest cycling country. Three different routes, ranging from a fairly flat 36 miles, to a very hilly 103 miles, capture the romance of Sonoma County’s most picturesque vineyards, towering redwoods, grassy meadows and coastal panoramas. In the tradition of the gran fondo, these are timed, non-competitive rides. Very strong, skilled riders may opt for the 103-mile GranFondo; the 65-mile MedioFondo is intended for riders with plenty of experience but who ride only once or twice a week; we suggest the gentle 36-mile PiccoloFondo for less experienced riders or those looking for an easy pedal through beautiful landscapes.

REGISTER AT LEVISGRANFONDO.COM. Registration fees are listed on event website.

Route: 1. GranFondo – 103 miles on a challenging mountainous course with outstanding coastal views
2. MedioFondo – 65 miles on a picturesque hilly course with fine coastal views
3. PiccoloFondo – 36 miles on a flat valley-floor course through redwood forests and vineyards

Start of the ride: 2009-10-03
End of the ride: 2009-10-03

More Details: here

Tour de Peninsula 2009

Location: San Mateo, California

Description: Everybody is invited to take part in one of Northern California’s most fun recreational bicycle rides and family social gatherings – the Tour de Peninsula – help in scenic Coyote Point Park fronting the San Francisco Bay in San Mateo. Founded 18 years ago, the TdP is a perennial highlight of the Bay Area’s recreational social calendar, offering a variety of routes to suit everyone from young children and first time riders to serious cyclists. During and after the ride, a day of family fun activities takes place in the park, with a children’s playground, barbecuing, picnics and no doubt much lively conversation. Proceeds benefit San Mateo County Parks and Bicycle Sunday – car free biking on Canada Road.

Route: Young Kids and Family Loops within Coyote Point Park: 1-3 miles
Short Route: 20 miles
Long Route: 31 Miles
Metric Century: approximately 63 miles

Start of the ride: 2009-08-02
End of the ride: 2009-08-02

Start of registration: 2009-05-19
End of registration: 2009-08-02

More Details: here

Sample Event

Location: San Diego, California

Description: You can use this sample event to try out our services at RideMyBike.com. There’s no charge for this event, so go ahead and register. You can also invite riding buddies to see how it all works. Register now!

Route: Mission Bay Loop

Start of the ride: 2008-12-31

Start of registration: 2007-11-08
End of registration: 2008-12-30

More Details: here

New Route – Lake Tahoe

Location: Lake Tahoe, NV

Description: This rides starts at the California-Nevada line on the south side of the lake. It then heads clockwise around the lake back to the starting point.

Comments: The ride includes breathtaking scenery, challenging climbs and long down hill runs. I suggest that it’s best taken on as part of a group ride such as the Tour de Tahoe put together by Bike The West. There can be a lot of traffic on the narrow road that often lacks any shoulder and has many steep drop offs. Few rides offer this kind of scenary. It can be pretty chilly early in the morning, so you may want to dress warmly and carry something to shed layers as you progress.

Details: here