Ride Info

Ride Agenda for Sunday, September 28, 2008

Travel: From the East Bay or SF allow about an hour and fifteen minutes drive time to arrive at the venue.

Weather: Ride proceeds rain or shine!  Bring warm clothes for dinner as the coastal climate could be warm and sunny, or cool and windy

Age Requirement: All participants of the CVCC must be at least 14 years old.

 

Check-In

At check-in, you'll receive your route sheet and rider I.D. You’ll be asked to sign a liability waiver. 

Carpool

We encourage everyone to partake in carpools as drivers and passengers.  Opt-in during registration and we will connect you with other willing carpoolers (or email katie@norcalmtb.org if you have carpooling questions).

Directions

For directions to the Baumann Ranch click here.

Safety and Courtesy on the Road

This is not a race. Please obey all traffic laws. Ride single file at all times. Always be alert for overtaking vehicles. Cycling is extremely popular in Marin/Sonoma County, and the local people, while generally supportive, get justifiably tired of rude riders. Make sure you ride safely, don't impede traffic, and don't disrupt the lives of the folks who live along our route. All of us are ambassadors for cycling and for the League.  Click here for more about traffic rules and safety tips.

A properly fitting, US CPSC approved helmet is required on this ride! It is the responsibility of the rider to bring a bicycle that is in safe working condition. Carry a pump (compatible with your valves), a minimum of one water bottle (we strongly suggest two), a tire patch kit, and at least one spare tube (we suggest two). Carry I.D. and emergency telephone numbers. It's also a good idea to list your medical insurance carrier and blood type.

Support on the Road

Roving SAG wagons (Support And Gear) will have extra food, water, tools, and experienced people to help you continue on, or bring you home if you absolutely, positively need a ride. Road side rest stops will be provided and are fully stocked with food and water.

Training

Some preparation in the weeks before the ride is the key to fully enjoying riding in the Chileno Valley Cycling Classic. No matter your distance goal (40 or 60 miles), a little training can help make your ride safer and more fun.

The real key to preparing for a great ride is simply spending time on your bike. Think about how long you expect to be on your bike, based on how fast you plan to ride and how far you plan to go. With this number in mind you can make preparations to ensure that you will be ready to spend the time in the saddle. Don’t forget that there will be plenty of rest stops, so there will be opportunities to take regular breaks.

During the week: Plan 'easy' rides (in general, these are done at a pace where you can talk without panting) with at least one day completely off the bike. Start these rides at approximately 20% and gradually build up to around 50% of your target mileage as the ride approaches. For example, if you are planning to ride 60 miles at the event, start with weekday rides of about 12 miles and build up to rides of around 30 miles.

On the weekends: Start with rides of approximately 40% and build up to a few rides at or near 100% of your target mileage. Periodically mix in rides at a moderate pace (one where there is slight difficulty conversing).

Training with a group is often more fun and motivating than doing it alone!

 

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