Fastest Paced Rides - 'A' Rides
Our
'A' category rides take place on
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. They usually range between
40-80 miles and are typically
3,000' or more of elevation gain. Average pace is generally
16-20 mph on the flats. There will be minimal
short regroups and usually a
food/beverage stop at some point during or following the ride. There's generally
lot's of climbing on these rides. The A rides are friendly and social rides, not races, but regroups are short and the pace is demanding.
Intermediate Pace - 'B' Rides
Our
'B' category rides take place on
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. They are typically between
25-50 miles and
3,000' or less of elevation gain. Average pace is generally
14-16 mph on the flats. There will be regroups and usually a food/beverage stop at some point during or after the ride. The B rides are friendly and social rides, not races, but the pace can be demanding.
Gentler Pace - 'C' Rides
Our
'C' category rides take place on
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. This group prides itself on encouraging newer riders and enjoys having
plenty of time for cafe breaks
during the rides.
If this describes
you, then you'll fit right in! Rides are typically between
25-35 miles and
2,000' or less of elevation gain. Average pace is generally
12-14 mph on the flats. There will be regroup and food/beverage stops. The C group aims to wait for all riders at regroup points. However, all riders must always plan to be self-sufficient!
Gentlest Pace - 'D' Rides
Our 'D' category rides take place on Sundays. This group is intended for those who have some bike skills but lack the stamina needed for the other rides. Rides are typically between 10-15 miles and 1,000' or less of elevation gain. Average pace is generally 8-10 mph on the flats. There will be regroup and food/beverage stops. The D group is no-drop. However, all riders must always plan to be self-sufficient!
Off Road Rides
Off-road may include mixed surfaces such as gravel, dirt and/or sand. Off road may include bike paths, forest and service roads, double track and single track. Surface conditions may vary, and can change quickly in just a matter of feet. Bicycles appropriate for off-road cycling include gravel and mountain bikes with appropriate tires specifically intended for the described surface conditions. Class 1 and Class 3 non-throttle e-bikes specifically intended off-road may be allowed (unless noted as restricted, such as the Soquel Demonstration State Forest).
O1
fire or service roads; may have some sand, mud, loose gravel, ruts; Easy hike-a-bike if necessary; suitable for novice or better off-road cyclists.
O2
fire or service roads; single and/or double track; some sand, mud, loose gravel, rocks, roots, ruts; may have drops up to 6"; Easy hike-a-bike if necessary; suitable for intermediate or better off-road cyclists (not recommended for novice off-road cyclists)
O3
fire or service roads; single and/or double track; expect sand, mud, loose gravel, rocks, roots, ruts; may have steep inclines and descents; may have drops up to 10"; hike-a-bike may be necessary; suitable for intermediate-plus and better off-road cyclists (not recommended for novice off-road cyclists)