Bike Rides San Francisco

Unicycle Club Practice at Circus Center

Any skill level is welcome (even if you’ve never been on a unicycle before). Participation is free, but a voluntary donation to Circus Center is recommended. If you don’t have your own unicycle or don’t bring it, then Circus Center will provide one for you to use at these practices. **SAFETY** -Do not attend if you feel sick -Protective gear (helmet, elbow pads, wrist guards, gloves, knee/shin guards, ankle braces, etc.) is highly recommended **REQUIREMENTS** -All ages are welcome, but anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult at all times -Everyone who comes to these practices is required to take at least one unicycle class at Circus Center with Ying Ying Zhao (this doesn’t necessarily have to be before your first practice session) -Paper waiver needs to be signed before participating (this will be provided) -QR code for voluntary donation will be provided **RULES FOR PRACTICING AT CIRCUS CENTER** -If you’re wearing street shoes and/or are bringing your own unicycle, then you must wipe your shoes and unicycle tire with a towel (this will be provided) before stepping on the mats -Helmet is required if you want to do anything other than riding or practicing tricks on a flat surface (hopping onto/off of objects, etc.)

Unicycle Club Practice at Circus Center

Any skill level is welcome (even if you’ve never been on a unicycle before). Participation is free, but a voluntary donation to Circus Center is recommended. If you don’t have your own unicycle or don’t bring it, then Circus Center will provide one for you to use at these practices. **SAFETY** -Do not attend if you feel sick -Protective gear (helmet, elbow pads, wrist guards, gloves, knee/shin guards, ankle braces, etc.) is highly recommended **REQUIREMENTS** -All ages are welcome, but anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult at all times -Everyone who comes to these practices is required to take at least one unicycle class at Circus Center with Ying Ying Zhao (this doesn’t necessarily have to be before your first practice session) -Paper waiver needs to be signed before participating (this will be provided) -QR code for voluntary donation will be provided **RULES FOR PRACTICING AT CIRCUS CENTER** -If you’re wearing street shoes and/or are bringing your own unicycle, then you must wipe your shoes and unicycle tire with a towel (this will be provided) before stepping on the mats -Helmet is required if you want to do anything other than riding or practicing tricks on a flat surface (hopping onto/off of objects, etc.)

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)**!

Angel Island Adventure: Hiking & Biking Escape 🏝️🚲

Is there interest in "Spooky San Francisco Ghetto Night Ride"?

Hello friends and riding buddies. This is just a friendly survey to gauge if there is interest in more "**Spooky San Francisco Ghetto Night Ride!"** Date and time shown is placeholder only. *After reading through this please state your interest by voting "will attend". since we can't have a very large group in City rides, depending on the number of people who RSVP I will schedule a few of these rides so everyone will get a chance to go.* Keep reading :) ***+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++*** **San Francisco Ghetto Night Ride** is one of our signature rides, and the most popular among GRF regular suspects. We will be riding the hills, peaks and valleys of everyone's favorite city. We’ll zip through the ghettos, pass the mansions and view the scenery very few people get to see in a year let alone in a single evening. If you would like a cup of coffee, a light supper, or a snack, you can come earlier and join the group (place TBD, but Moto friendly). Or come few minutes before KSU time. You will be able to leave any time you get tired. We usually finish the ride before midnight. • When: **TBD**. It is usually on a Saturday. 4 PM is a good time come for dinner/snacks. Those who only want the ride arrive around 5:00 PM (for coffee, gossip and group hugs); KSU 5:15 PM. We usually finish by midnight. • Where: TBA (a moto friendly spot) • Pace: Not fast. Not too slow either. Just right :-) • Gear: ATGATT & Head to toe. • Motorcycle: Yes, you will need one ;-) • Route: Technical. San Francisco Hills !! ***+++ SPACE WILL BE LIMITED +++*** +++++++++++++++++++ **Videos of some of our past night rides:** [https://player.vimeo.com/video/72294436](https://player.vimeo.com/video/72294436) [https://player.vimeo.com/video/68881061](https://player.vimeo.com/video/68881061) [https://player.vimeo.com/video/64482249](https://player.vimeo.com/video/64482249) **Photos of some of our past night rides:** [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/25741907/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/25741907/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/21223362/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/21223362/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/10979922/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/10979922/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/1084072/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/1084072/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/22549442/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/22549442/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/26403467/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/26403467/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/26126153/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/26126153/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/21821142/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/21821142/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/17755132/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/17755132/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/26757554/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/26757554/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/24936772/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/24936772/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/16205172/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/16205172/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/26028217/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/26028217/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/8589972/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/8589972/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/19625822/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/19625822/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/30296264/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/30296264/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/23604902/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/23604902/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/29047233/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/29047233/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/14412532/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/14412532/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27992456/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27992456/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/6145932/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/6145932/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/15521582/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/15521582/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27922711/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27922711/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27830744/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27830744/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27402362/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27402362/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27208717/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27208717/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/14708762/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/14708762/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/2211521/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/2211521/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27107278/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/27107278/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/26985626/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/26985626/) [https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/3207762/](https://www.meetup.com/grouprides/photos/3207762/) Many thanks, Mehran

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/).

Brickyard Cove to end of Bay Bridge via Bay Trail

We'll ride along the Bay Trail to Emeryville, go under the overpass, and work our way towards IKEA on Shellmound Dr., where we pick up the Bay Bridge Trail. We'll meet up at the end of the bridge, at the lookout. Most likely, we'll eat at (To be decided), on the way back, via Aquatic Park . If you have found the Seabreeze Cafe at the corner of University and Frontage Road, you're almost there. Continue across the unpaved parking lot to the new area of the park called Brickyard Cove. You'll find us in the new paved parking area.

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

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.**

🚴 Golden Gate Bridge • Sausalito • Tiburon • Angel Island Adventure

City Hike & Picnic - Glen Canyon & Twin Peaks - 4 miles - Moderately Strenuous

A Walk Through Oakland's Best Flower Gardens & Great Views Too!

THIS WALK USED TO BE A HARD ONE, BUT I TOOK IT AND FOR 3 WALKS IN A ROW I IMPROVED IT BY TURNING IT INTO A WALK OF BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS AND LOVELY SIGHTS. OUR LAST VERSION WAS PERFECTED ENOUGH TO GIVE US 2 HOURS TO EXPLORE LAKE MERRITT'S 13 FLOWER GARDENS. HOWEVER, AT THE 13 GARDENS WE WERE HIT WITH A HEAT WAVE. THEN OUR GROUP WANTED TO LEAVE AFTER ONLY ONE HOUR. ONE REASON I WANT TO DO IT AGAIN IS BECAUSE THE HOT WEATHER WAS VERY UNUSUAL FOR OAKLAND WHICH IS ALMOST ALWAYS MILD. THE CHANCES OF ANOTHER HEAT WAVE IS VERY UNLIKELY. BELOW IS A LINK ABOUT THE 13 GARDENS; [https://gardensatlakemerritt.org/](https://gardensatlakemerritt.org/) TO SHOW HOW GREAT THIS WALK IS NOW HERE ARE LINKS TO THE PHOTOS TAKEN THE LAST 3 TIMES WE DID THIS WALK: OUR JUNE 20TH WALK HAS 60 PHOTOS: https://www.meetup.com/walking-in-sf/photos/36041892/534856033/ OUR JULY 11TH WALK HAS 43 PHOTOS: https://www.meetup.com/walking-in-sf/photos/36073605/535197837/ OUR AUGUST 1ST WALK HAS 25 PHOTOS: [A Walk Through Oakland's Best Flower Gardens & Great Views Too! (Aug 1, 2026) Photos](https://www.meetup.com/walking-in-sf/photos/36105588/) FREE WALK. Now open for RSVPs. All of the flower gardens are free too!. We will meet at 10:30 AM in front of a cafe called Tierra Mia Coffee, on the corner of Broadway & 20th Street, so people on BART should go to the 19th Street BART Station and then they should exit at the 20th Street exit and our starting point is right across the street. One may bring a sack lunch or buy one at Tierra Mia Coffee. We won't have time for the group to buy lunches after we have started walking. It would be good if our attendees buy drinks or something at our starting point (Tierra Mia Coffee) &/or give tips so they will like us. Attendance limit is 70. Below is a link about Tierra Mia Coffee: http://www.tierramiacoffee.com/ At 10:40 AM we begin a 20-minute walk to the local Whole Foods Market for a restroom break. We plan to eat lunch about Noon at Oakland's Morcom Rose Garden. I encourage all to take BART or other public transportation to be safer. I expect to come in a bus. Everyone should bring water, paper towels and a map. I love it when attendees bring cameras and upload their photos of the walk on our webpage. Dogs and other pets are not welcome. After Whole Foods Market we will walk to the Morcom Rose Garden to eat our sack lunches. This walk used to be a hard one and now it is easier and full of beautiful flowers in the Morcom Rose Garden and the Lake Merritt Gardens. We expect to end at our starting point, the 19th Street BART Station at 4:00 PM. Some legal disclaimers: By joining us for any event you hereby RELEASE and DISCHARGE it's 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 injuries, damages, death 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 further agree that if you or someone under your supervision uses the information on this website you assume all risks of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release providers from all liability therefore. It is advisable to consult a doctor before you begin any strenuous physical activity. The organizer is not trained for emergency medical procedures and no doctors, nurses or ambulances are provided on the walks.