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Flatish ride from Gold River. Going out on streets via Mather Airport to Starbucks on Bradshaw. Return crosses the river at Watt (short) or Guy West (long) and returns on the trail. Long route will be swept. Short route riders will be swept except for 2 shortcuts that deviate from the long route. Short *Starbucks Bradshaw-2A https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31291645 24.5 miles + 335 ft Long *Starbucks Bradshaw-2B https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29959581 30.8 miles + 420 ft Riders can take just the 1st shortcut, skipping the Zinfandel loop for 29 miles or take just the 2nd shortcut at Watt, skipping the Guy West loop for 26 miles. *Update* Weather forecast is for no rain overnight and sunny during the ride. If we encounter any issues (closure, flooding, etc.) on the trail on the return, we can detour using streets. Hopefully there will be no issues and I won‘t need to resort to this: /Webb Starbucks Bradshaw-less trail https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41687581

Come ride with the DABers for Late Breakfast or Early Lunch at Fixin’s Soul Food. Ride will start at 10 AM and goes nearly 20 miles in Downtown, Midtown, Oak, River, and Tahoe Parks; and East Sac. Enjoy grits and greens, sumptuous fried chicken or catfish, waffles and the best corn bread around. Ride details to be provided 7 days out. Club name : Fixin’s 1-A RWGPS link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32107549 Great way to keep your new Year resolutions intact and still enjoy yourself and the great outdoors. The atmospheric river predicted should have passed over by this date but hey if it doesn’t that’s super for our continuing drought. 12/31 Ride Leader addendum: The route will be modified to use the 2 rivers trail rather than Discovery Park as the park is currently closed in the context of recent rainfall. Updated cue sheets will be provided. GPS will be accurate after the Jiboom bridge is reached. Please bring your brightest clothing and lights for the bikes and clothing as there will be risk for fog. Cancellatioin for modest rainfall is not anticipated.

Ride from Gold River Center up to the hatchery and down to Wm. Pond for socializing, etc. 20 miles Ride from Gold River Center up to the hatchery and down to Guy West Bridge and back, 31 miles Lunch at Urban Eats

Let’s try to ride up to Bel Air Patio in the new year. Since Tuesday has a breakfast ride, we can just have a coffee ride for Wednesday. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26660903 Looking at the forecast I might have to post this a third time due to rain in the forecast.

RAGBRAI 50th Anniversary ride across Iowa, July 23-29

Start at 10 AM

The ride is a loop with no mid-point stop, but optional lunch at Dos Coyotes after the ride.

Route: "*FRA ER GN 24 Trail" https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36027835
24 miles, 1200 ft of climbing.

In the tradition of Folsom Roundabout, you can ride from La Bou to the Fish Hatchery and back before or after the core ride and record 31 miles. There is no route sheet for this additional loop. More loops may be added.

This Follow The Leader (FTL) is a weekly hill training ride that takes us from Rocklin via the rolling hills to Auburn for coffee and treats. The route and coffee stop is determined by the participants at the ride start. Routes generally include Lincoln, Loomis, Newcastle and all roads in between. The destination may include climbs on Ophir, Indian Hill, Baxter, Ridge Road, Mt Vernon, etc.
This is a no sweep, no que-sheet ride, however, route is determined at ride start and re-grouping occurs as needed to keep the group together, no one is left behind.
A typical ride may be 35 - 40 miles with 1,800 - 2,600 feet climbing, where the ability of the riders will be considered at ride start.
Note: some less busy country roads may be without a bike lane.
Here are some examples of previous routes taken, but not guaranteed to be the exact route next time ridden:
Auburn via Taylor Rd and Ophir Rd
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41414917 34 miles 1900 ft
Auburn via Indian Hill and other climbs, return via Shirland Tract
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41414856 36 miles 2400 ft

We‘ll head to the wilds of East Sac to a quaint little mom-‘n‘-pop market-cum-cafe that offers a secluded patio where we can park the bikes and have a coffee/tea and a bit of a nosh. Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40752080

Cancelled. Let‘s ride from the Loomis Train station up to Auburn for coffee and treats at The Baked and Brewed Cafe traveling up Baxter Grade. Since The Baker and The Cakemaker is closed on Sundays, our stop will be just down the street. We‘ll still use The Baker and Cakemaker 2A route but stop about a block away on the same side of the street as The Baker and The Cakemaker. Hopefully, Mt. Vernon has less traffic on Sundays. Just one route: *The Baker and the Cakemaker-2A (via Baxter Grade) 39 miles with 2800‘ of climbing https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41262637/>Lunch at LBB after the ride.

Maidu Park Roseville to Big Wave Coffee 189 Blue Ravine Folsom CA Rating c 1,321 Elevation, 32.6 miles Streets through Roseville, Folsom, Fair Oaks & some ARBT Ride with GPS https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41441115

24 mi ride (without ARBT and hoping the levee trails will be ridable. If they are not I will have an alternate route ready.) The route goes through town to the Two Rivers and Sac River levee trails. Then, we‘ll proceed through the pocket and Land Park before arriving at Dantorel‘s for breakfast/Coffee on their covered patio. (19 mi then just 6 mi back to Scottish Rite) Rain is still forecasted for this ride but maybe we‘ll get lucky. Rain or forecast of rain will cancel. Cafe Dantorel‘s-3A https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41723139

We will head from Gold River to Edwin’s Café and Tea in Rocklin. This coffee shop is a local favorite, offering house-roasted beans and mom’s house-made pastries. The coffee is excellent, the cappuccino is delectable, and the treats are delightful. Special mention, however, has to be given to the homemade quiches. RWGPS route will be provided soon.

Start at 10 AM. The ride is a loop with no mid-point stop, but optional lunch at Dos Coyotes after the ride. Route: *FRA ER GN 24 Trail, https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36027835, 24 miles, 1200 feet of climbing. In the tradition of Folsom Roundabout, you can ride from La Bou to the Fish Hatchery and back before or after the core ride and record 31 miles. There is no route sheet for this additional loop. More loops may be added at the discretion of the Ride Leader.

The route departs Barrio at South Hills and takes a blend of trails and streets as it wends its way through the southeast to the famed Bert‘s Diner in Sheldon. If you haven‘t been to Bert‘s, you‘re in for a treat. Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40716478

Join me on a new route from Maidu Park in Roseville to Mexquite in Folsom. This was our four person COVID pod (Kendall‘s and Lane‘s) favorite destination. I highly recommend the chicken tortilla soup. The route is "Mexquite Folsom-1A (No river bike trails)" and is rated C+ with 1485 feet of climbing. Here is the RWGPS link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41711486 We will be starting at 10am and doing the bulk of the riding (19.4 miles) before stopping for lunch. After lunch, you will have a short 11 miles to ride back to Maidu Park.

The proposed route is impassable in places and plenty of debris on traveling paths. The ride will be rescheduled for January 24th at 10 AM. Come ride with the DABers. The ride will be an E28 or 28 miles of flat valley bike trails and unheard of side streets. Ride details provided after the preview test ride of the proposed new route but for sure at least 7 days out.

Let’s try this ride one more time without watching the weather for rain. Join us for coffee and a fun ride from Gold River. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26660903

Start at 10 AM. The ride is a loop with no mid-point stop, but optional lunch at Dos Coyotes after the ride. Route: "*FRA ER GN 24 Trail" https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36027835 24 miles, 1200 ft of climbing. In the tradition of Folsom Roundabout, you can ride from La Bou to the Fish Hatchery and back before or after the core ride and record 31 miles. There is no route sheet for this additional loop. More loops may be added.

This Follow The Leader ride(FTL) is a flat ride that takes us from Carmichael via streets to Freeport for coffee and treats. The route is discussed at the ride start. Stop for coffee at Starbucks at mile 28. This is a no sweep, no que-sheet ride, however, re-grouping occurs as needed to keep the group together, no one is left behind. NOTE: This ride is usually a faster pace ride of 18-20+ mph. Some minor variations may occur occasionally but route is very similar to this Ride with GPS route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41737035

Following essentially the same route as we would to Carol‘s, we‘ll do a loop through the Clarksburg area and wend our way north to downtown West Sac and this little corner cafe that features plein air seating amid a variety of fruit trees. Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41548087

Let‘s ride from the Loomis Train station up to Auburn for coffee and treats at The Baker and the Cakemaker this time via Baxter Grade. Just one route: *The Baker and the Cakemaker-2A (via Baxter Grade) 39 miles with 2600‘of climbing. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41262637

Let‘s cruise some back roads in Granite Bay and Loomis with a coffee stop at the Flower Farm. There will be both short and long C routes, defined as: Moderate - Hilly; a challenge for the average rider. Flower Farm 3A: 33.5 miles, 1551 climbing: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29687104 Flower Farm 3B: 42.3 miles, 1906 climbing: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29695953 You may want to bring water and snacks in case Flower Farm is crowded! Rain cancels. I will sweep the short route.

Join us for a coffee ride from Maidu park to Folsom Starbucks with some small hills along the way. C/32,2 1663ft. elev. ride with G.P.S. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38142804

Come ride with the Bike/Hikers (DABers). The ride will be an D-25 of flat valley bike trails and quiet side streets in RC. Rosie’s is known for large portions and even has food from India. Due to 10 AM start time treat yourself to breakfast or lunch. Club name: Rosie’s - 2A RWGPS link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38585234 Ride leader will be Karen Easley and pace determined by the team.

Relaxing 20 mile ride up to the hatchery from Gold River Center and down to Wm. Pond and back. Add another 11 miles and go down to Sac. State and back.

We will head from Gold River to Edwin’s Café and Tea in Rocklin. This coffee shop is a local favorite, offering house-roasted beans and mom’s house-made pastries. The coffee is excellent, the cappuccino is delectable, and the treats are delightful. Special mention, however, has to be given to the homemade quiches. Two routes are available, and follow the same roads and trails to the coffee shop (mile 18.) On the return, the long route climbs Sierra College Blvd. before it returns to the False Ravine and Miner’s Ravine trails. The Short route avoids the Sierra College climb and follows the same trails you took to the coffee shop. I will sweep the long route at 12 mph. The short route will not be swept, so I suggest you ride with a friend. Note: If you downloaded the routes before 9 PM on Sunday, 1/22/23, please download them again. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Short : Edwin’s Coffee and Tea – 1A ( C36 – 1600ft) https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41843308 Long: Edwin’s Coffee and Tea – 1B ( C40 – 1800ft) https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41843311

Start at 10 AM. The ride is a loop with no mid-point stop, but optional lunch at Dos Coyotes after the ride. Route: "*FRA ER GN 24 Trail" https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36027835 24 miles, 1200 ft of climbing. In the tradition of Folsom Roundabout, you can ride from La Bou to the Fish Hatchery and back before or after the core ride and record 31 miles. There is no route sheet for this additional loop. More loops may be added.

It‘s been awhile since we have been to Karen‘s for coffee. Karen‘s offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Ride with GPS link https://ridewithgps.com/routes/23646212

From the Rush River Device Brewing parking area we‘ll head down Freeport way and travel mostly familiar roads through Yolo farmland to Husick‘s Taphouse in Clarksburg for lunch (@ mile 27). Husick‘s opens at 11. Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40611002

We will head out of Gold River to Roseville, Loomis, and Newcastle. The forecast is not calling for rain or freezing temperatures, so we should enjoy a beautiful day riding in the rural areas of S. Placer county. In addition to the 64-mile route, I am also adding a 45-mile route. Initially, both routes follow the same roads and trails, stopping at Bru Coffee House in Loomis at mile 22. The short route returns to Gold River via Val Verde and other well-traveled roads. The long route will go up to Penryn and Newcastle before it returns to Gold River. Due to the long route length, there will be an additional rest stop at a Starbucks at mile 45. ----------------------------------------- Updates: 1. If you downloaded the routes before 1/25/2023, please re-download them because I made some changes, especially on the short route. 2. The start time has changed to 8:30 AM. Due to the long route‘s length, we need to start earlier. The original 8:00 AM start was in error. *Bru Cafe Loomis-1A (C45) approx. 1,800ft* https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41859370 *Bru Cafe Loomis-1B (B64) Approx. 3,100ft* https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41859387 *RWGPS planning tool always overestimates the elevation gain by a few hundred feet

from Wm. Pond to Panera at Northrup and Howe Avenues around 15 miles. Meet on the American River Pkwy, Wm.Pond benches under the trees near main restrooms. Rain cancels. Questions call 916 924 7927. email poorrichard1942@gmail.com.

Join us for a coffee ride through parts of Fair Oaks, Citrus Heights, and Roseville out to Granite Bay. We will start at C-bar-C Ranch and head north to Granite Bay and the La Bou on Douglas Blvd. Approximately 1200 feet of climbing. One route of 32 miles. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41891598

Come ride with other Bikehikers (DABers) for Breakfast or Coffee on a flat 23 mile course thru various neighborhoods and central city into east West Sacramento and enjoy the Tree House Cafe. Return on Twin Rivers Trail. Club name: *Tree House Cafe - 2A RWGPS link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41441790

Relaxing 20 mile ride up to the hatchery from Gold River Center and down to Wm. Pond and back. Add another 11 miles and go down to Sac. State and back.