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Conditioning Series starts this Saturday, Dec 28!

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The conditioning series is for riders looking to ramp up to a metric century (63 miles). The series starts this Saturday, Dec 28 at 9:30 sharp, at the Bicycle Garage. We start with a 15 mile, mostly flat ride around Fremont, and gradually increase the milage and climbing over 14 weeks. We even have some new routes this year!

This is the perfect, no-drop series for T, M- and M pace riders who want to improve their cycling and group-riding skills while building the strength and endurance sufficient to complete a full metric century (100K, or 62 miles). You should be able to maintain a minimum of 10 mph on a flat road for 5 miles at the beginning. Everyone climbs at their own pace and we have frequent regroups so you can catch your breath! Please make sure you have spare tubes as not all tubes are the same. You will learn how to ride in a group, how to follow the route, and improve your riding skills and endurance.

Please make sure to do your ABCs before Saturday!

A – make sure your tires have air

B – make sure your brakes work

C – make sure your chain is lubed and in good order

 

See you out there!

Julia and all the conditioning ride leaders

Progressive Ride Series starting Dec 28th

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The 2025 Progressive Ride Series (PRS) starts December 28 and traverses some of the most stunning scenery in the area.  The PRS starts with a 44 mile, 1750’ ascent ride and ramps to the full-century (101-mile, 6400’) Primavera Worker’s Ride on April 6.  The PRS is for M and M+ pace riders over category 3-5 terrain who already have a base level of conditioning and group riding experience.  (All other riders should consider the Club Conditioning Ride Series (CCRS).)

 

  • The first three rides are to get started.  After that, new participants need permission from a ride leader.
  • These are “drop” rides with extended climbs.  Riders tend to break into subgroups.  Ride leaders will wait up to 10 minutes at major regroups.
  • Be self-sufficient in terms of navigation, food, hydration, and mechanical issues.
  • Text a ride leader if delayed or dropping out.
  • Minors (under 18) must be accompanied by parents or guardians and bring signed consent forms.

For details see the FFBC Ride Calendar.

 

For a quick summary, the rides are listed below. Always check the FFBC Ride Calendar for the latest information:

 

Week Date Ride Miles Feet Ft/Mi
1 12/28/24 Collier Canyon and Doolan Road 44 1752     40
2 1/5/25 Alum Rock, Crothers 45 2450     54
3 1/12/25 Edgewood-Huddart-Alpine 53 2900     55
4 1/19/25 San Felipe, Metcalf, Las Animas 48 3400     71
5 1/26/25 Grant Ranch 58 3400     59
6 2/2/25 Del Valle 62 3400     55
7 2/9/25 Patterson-Altamont-Flynn 62 3615     58
8 2/16/25 Peninsula Hills 64 3756     59
9 2/23/25 Calaveras-Felter Adventures 60 4210     70
10 3/2/25 Mines Road 66 4712     71
11 3/9/25 Morgan Territory 58 5120     88
12 3/16/25 San Gregorio 63 4800     76
13 3/23/25 Three Bears, Franklin Canyon 73 5300     73
14 3/30/25 Canyons 80 5600     70
15 4/6/25 Workers’ Ride 101 6400     63

 

Community Headlight Give Away

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Hi Club Members,

Headlight Give Away Season has begun.  Given to cyclists without headlights.  They will be easy to spot.  Come and lend a helping hand.  Weather permitting, dress warm, club vest provided.

Jan 23 Warm Springs BART 5:30-6:30
Jan 22 UC BART 5:30-6:30
Jan 21 Fremont BART 5:30-6:30
Jan 16 UC BART 5:30-6:30
Jan 15 Fremont BART 6-7
Jan 14, 2025, Warm Springs BART Station, north side, 6:00 PM.
Jan 8, 2025, Union City BART Station, 5:30 PM.
Jan 6, 2025, NW Corner Walnut & Fremont Blvd (Target) 5:30 PM then moving to Fremont BART Station East side.
Jan 2, 2025 Southwest corner of Mowry & Paseo Padre (Social Security) 5:30-7 PM.
Dec 30, 2024 Fremont BART West Entrance 5:30-7 PM.

Wynn Kageyama

FFBC Cycling Education Chair