Ebike Rides San Francisco

August Gala Ride Saturday 8/29 - TENNESSEE VALLEY!

**NEW** -- **[SIGN THE E-WAIVER IN ADVANCE](https://esign.ottersign.com/p/bicycle-trails-council-of-the-east-bay/38iSgRF903)** makes life easier for everybody! The Bicycle Trails Council of East Bay invites you to **JOIN US SATURDAY AUGUST 29th** for a coastal ride to escape the last summer heat! Join us for beautiful coastal scenery (and elevation) **AT** **TENNESSEE VALLEY!** Known for its extended climbs and epic ocean views the scenery is to die for with some groups checking out the beach, the blue whale skeleton or even a bunker or two. Regardless TV makes for a great summer time getaway destination. Meet at the Tennessee Valley Trailhead at 9am. This a popular spot and tight on parking in the lot proper, but there are usually plenty of spots on the side of the road to park as you get closer to the trailhead. Meet at: **[TENNESSEE VALLEY TRAILHEAD](https://maps.app.goo.gl/p2pMT8Gp6f4VYCX38)** 591 Tennessee Valley Rd, Mill Valley, CA 94941 We will gather at 9am in the parking lot near the picnic tables across the road from bathrooms and hit the trails promptly at 9:30am. In case you don't know, here's how a Gala ride works: * **[SIGN THE E-WAIVER IN ADVANCE](https://esign.ottersign.com/p/bicycle-trails-council-of-the-east-bay/C1uaaYZHmQ)** makes life easier for everybody! * **MEET UP AT 9AM** in the trailhead parking lot and check-in * **PRE-RIDE** brief org announcements, discussion on the ride, separate into riding groups * **HIT THE TRAILS at 9:30AM** * **POST-RIDE** join us for refreshments, beers, and snacks. * **A well-tuned mountain bike is always a must!** * We offer rides for **ALL SKILL LEVELS**, from novice to advanced. As such we generally self-select into 3 skill levels of riders: the beginner group, group C, will ride around 10 miles and 1900 ft of elevation gain; The intermediate group, group B, will ride around 14 miles and 2300 of elevation gain; the advanced group, group A, will ride around 20 miles and 3500 ft of elevation gain. All rides are ‘no-drop’ rides (we won’t leave you behind or let you get lost) and are fully supported BUT . . . * Please note for this a ride **A NOVICE RIDER SHOULD BE CAPABLE OF 10-12 MILES INCLUDING \~2000ft OF CLIMBING FOR 2.5 HRS**. * **E-bikes are LEGAL** but make sure you bring them fully charged! * **BTCEB (Bicycle Trails Council of East Bay)** mission is to educate cyclists in responsible mountain biking, to advocate for appropriate access and to promote community among trail users so all may fully enjoy and preserve the natural spaces of the East Bay. Membership provides funding for our programs and gives us more influence with land managers in getting more access to more places. We work to get more trails made in the East Bay. We help maintain trails within East Bay parks (like Joaquin Miller and Crockett Hills and even Fernandez Ranch!) and we organize fun rides and events for the mountain bike community. Join us and help the cause! * For more info on the Bicycle Trails Council of East Bay and to join, please visit **[https://www.BTCEB.org/join](http://www.btceb.org/join)** Gala Rides are free and open to the public and led by experienced local mountain bikers familiar with the trails. **Supplementary ride medical coverage is provided to all paid BTCEB members**--one more reason to join! If you are not already a member, visit our web site, **[https://www.BTCEB.org/join](https://www.BTCEB.org/join)** and do the needful! Dont forget to **[sign the e-waiver](https://esign.ottersign.com/p/bicycle-trails-council-of-the-east-bay/C1uaaYZHmQ)**!

The Bay Ride

## **How It All Started** In 2014, three friends had a crazy idea: bike around the entire Bay Area. What started with 3 riders has grown to 1,000 participants annually. ## **The Adventure** Not for the faint of heart! Ride 135 miles around the beautiful San Francisco Bay, while raising money to improve local cycling infrastructure. 65% of “first timers” set a Distance PR (shorter 35-mile route also available). "*You are capable of more than you believe."* We've sold out every year for 11 years in a row—spots are limited! For more info and to register, visit - [The Bay Ride](https://www.thebayride.com/).

SFVS Bike the Bay trail

**We will meet along the Bay trail in Berkeley at Seabreeze Market & Deli, which is right off of 580 on the Bay side.** **The trail is a flat, easy, 9-mile out and back route (total of 18 miles). We will ride to the cute town of Point Richmond, eat our lunch, and ride back.** **Bring:** * **Your own bag lunch, which should be** **vegan** (as we are a vegan group) * **Water bottle** * **Layers (it can get windy and/or be hot)** **Please arrive on time (11am) and we will take off shortly after. If you’re running late, please comment on the Meetup link and we’ll accommodate within reason.** **Looking forward to riding with you!**

SF Bay Trail Monthly Ride

Bay Area recumbent cyclist monthly Ride. (Berkeley to Point Richmond) 2 distances: 25.5 miles or 18 miles. 25.5 Mile Ride: Arrive/Park by 10:45 AM, Meet at Brickyard Cove on the west side of highway 80 and University Ave. in Berkeley CA, WHEELS-ROLLING TIME IS 11:00 AM. There is ample parking available as well as pubic bathrooms. 18 Mile Ride: Arrive/Park by 11:25 AM, meet at South-West corner of Central Avenue and Rydin Rd. in Richmond, CA (right next to SF Bay Trail). WHEELS-ROLLING TIME IS BETWEEN 11:35 - 11:45 AM - Street parking available nearby. Safest parking may be at Costco (1/4 mile further down Central Ave.). Meeting spot location map: https://goo.gl/maps/ZAXw5asLtAD2 Pace: 10-12 mph when pedaling on flat ground Route Description: From Brickyard Cove parking lot in Berkley the route follows the San Francisco Bay Trail north to meet with the 18 mile riders in Rydin Rd. in Richmond. The route continues on the SF Bay Trail to Craneway Pavilion (the old Ford assembly plant), stopping once along the way at a convenient restroom. From Craneway, the SF Bay Trail uses roads to connect with Point Richmond and the turn-around point at Kaleidoscope Coffee. Generally spend about 20-30 minutes at Kaleidoscope Coffee before heading back via the Dornan Tunnel and the bike trails at Miller-Knox and Brickyard Cove. Route is known for its scenic views of bay, marinas, waterfronts and birdlife. Route Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49854701 Route Map (18 mile riders): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/6998488 Notes: 1. The 18 mile route is almost all flat, one very easy short climb thru tunnel. The 25.5 mile route includes one small hill at Golden Gate Fields. 1. If doing the 18 mile version, please leave a comment so we'll know not expect you at the Emeryville start location. 3 For the 18 mile ride: please meet us on the south west side of the intersection. We will be heading west around Costco.

Roundabout #4 of 4: 11-mile Golden Gate Route (San Francisco)

Car Guys-Gals, Car People,A Chance to Demo All-Especially EVs

[Electrify Expo has expanded to include all vehicles.](https://demodaysfestival.com/collections/all-events) This used to be focused on electric cars and trucks. If you order soon, [try this 50% off code](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/WhctKLcMTrZHWbgBbNLDcnnhxQJJtWWPtwQwwdHFWCVdvwLWvsmVqrmJKqvccHjggfBvKJq) for the special admission package ($30.), only $5.00 more than regular admission. This event is held outdoors in a spectacular setting at Alameda Point. I love it. Especially the up and coming Bay Area car manufacturing start-ups you will discover there. You can see their cars and trucks in pre-production. And there are dozens of the established car manufacturers. All ready to let you test drive. This is not your grandfathers Moscone Center new car show they used to have on and before Thanksgiving weekend every year. Really you get to not only sit in but drive all the cars and trucks you want to. Meet me at 9:45am next 2900 Main St, Alameda, CA 94501, exact spot coming soon!

Java - The Hut

This adventure takes place in a galaxy not so far away..***.San Francisco!*** The parking lot at Reds Java House has a fenced off area at the water side of the parking lot. This is where we will meet and fly Saturday Aug.29. The Embarcadero at Bryant. Piers 30-32 **This is a paid parking lot.** Great city views. **May The Force Be With You.** **PLEASE NOTE OUR EARLIER START TIME!** We fly FAA rules. Trust certificate or Part 107 card mandatory. Bring it, you may be asked.

🌿 Bay Farm Island Shoreline & Lagoon Loop Walk 🌊

Ocean Beach to GGB Overlook

Alameda Water Shuttle and Wave Oculus

**Start Location: San Leandro Marina, North Parking Lot (close to the intersection of Fairway Drive and Monarch Bay Drive, 3-way stop)** **MEET 8:30am** **ROLL 8:45am** Ridewithgps - stay tuned ... Let's explore the Alameda Islands again, stay near the shorelines, and take the Alameda Water Shuttle to Jack London Square! We'll take a short rest at Bicycle Coffee, and then head back south, stopping for a quick look at the Wave Oculus. Other POI along the way: Coast Guard Island and several marinas. **\*\*Bring your helmet, tube, and water. We anticipate 'clothing adjustment stops' along the way. Restrooms are available at the start.** **\*\*The Ride Sweep will ensure that the group remains together. This is a "NO DROP" ride and is e-bike friendly. Cycling etiquette is essential. No SAG cars provided.**

Park Station Brewery Hang

Come out and meet other millenials at Park Station. August is warming up, so our other event this month will just be a brewery hang.

Glen Canyon - Mt Davidson - Laguna Honda - Mt Sutro Hike: 7.3 miles, 1300’ elev

We will be doing a moderately strenuous urban hike in San Francisco starting at the Glen Park BART Station and ending in the Inner Sunset (near 9th Avenue and Irving Street). **This hike is for INTERMEDIATE HIKERS only.** The route will offer a variety of wooded trails and stunning views of the city as we wind through Glen Canyon Park, Mount Davidson, Laguna Honda, Mount Sutro and the lively Inner Sunset. The 7.3 mile trek will involve ascending 1,300 feet via several challenging hills, including Mount Sutro and Mount Davidson (the city’s highest peak). We will end the hike in the Inner Sunset near 9th Avenue, where we can get drinks and/or food. **THIS EVENT HAS A WAITLIST. DO NOT SHOW UP FOR IT UNLESS YOU HAVE RECEIVED AN EMAIL SAYING YOU CAN ATTEND. NO PLUS ONES ARE PERMITTED ON THIS HIKE.** We will **meet at 10:00 am** at the Glen Park BART Station (at Diamond and Bosworth Streets) and **depart at 10:15 am** sharp. We begin the trek by heading north through Glen Canyon Park on the Coyote Crags Trail and Gum Tree Girls Trail. Upon reaching Portola Drive, we head south to ascend Mount Davidson and then turn north to go through Laguna Honda via the Victory Trail. Upon exiting Laguna Honda, we will break for food and the restroom at Midtown Terrace Park. Continuing north, we will enter Mount Sutro via the Clarendon Trail, connecting onto the Mystery Trail and the Historic Trail, followed by an easy descent into the Inner Sunset. Bring plenty of water and lunch/snacks. Dress for the weather. **Information** AllTrails Route: [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/gc-md-lh-ms-ss-5faf461?u=i&sh=iwrzkh](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/gc-md-lh-ms-ss-5faf461?u=i&sh=iwrzkh) Level: Moderately Strenuous. Intermediate level. You will be expected to hike an average of 2.5 to 3.0 miles per hour. Total Distance: 7.3 miles (one-way) Elevation Gain: 1,300 feet (includes stairs) Hiking Time: 3.5 hours Pets: Dogs and cats are welcome to come along. Restrooms: At Glen Park BART Station (mile 0.0), Midtown Terrace Park (mile 4.6), Grattan Playground (mile 6.5). **Directions:** Take BART or the 44 Bus to the Glen Park BART Station. We will meet just outside the station near the intersection of Diamond and Bosworth Streets. From the Inner Sunset: take the 7 Bus from 9th Avenue and Lincoln Way to the Civic Center BART Station, the 8 Bus from 8th Avenue and Irving Street to the Civic Center BART Station, or the 44 Bus from 9th Avenue and Irving Street back to the Glen Park BART Station. Parking: Glen Park BART Parking Lot on Bosworth Street. **Liability Disclaimer** The organizers of this event are unpaid volunteers and not expert hiking guides. By signing up for this event you agree to assume all responsibility for your own safety, health consequences, conduct and well-being, and you hereby release its organizers, hosts and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You are also acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with this type of outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards.