Date:  Saturday, September 17, 2016

Time:  Meet at 8:00 am.  Ride starts at 8:30 am

Starting Point:  California School for the Deaf

Directions:  39350 Gallaudet Drive, Fremont

Distance:  40 mile loop

Type of Bike:  Road

Ride Classification:  Moderate to Brisk (13-19 mph); Intermediate, hilly. Moderate traffic on Niles Canyon. Light traffic on scenic Calaveras Road.

Climb Rate:  It has a total ascent of about 2,200 feet and has a maximum elevation of 1,184 feet.

About the Ride:  A moderate to difficult 38 mile route with 2,200 feet of climbing, this ride begins at the California School for the Deaf, Fremont. Cyclists will travel up Niles Canyon Road for 6.5 miles before turning right on Paloma Way and onto the scenic Calaveras Road for about 15 miles, while passing by Calaveras Reservoir. Cyclists then continue along Calaveras Road through Ed Levin County Park. The park is a popular rest spot for cyclists, providing restrooms and water fountains. After leaving the park, riders will descend back towards the City of Milpitas, with an easy finish towards Fremont but with a few short climbs on Warren Road and Mission Blvd.

Ride Leader:  Damon Timm; Please confirm by email to Damontimm@gmail.com by one day before the ride. Extreme temperatures or fog conditions may modify the route at the leader's discretion. Rain cancels.

Safety:  Wearing helmet is mandatory. What to bring: Spare tubes, patch kit, tire irons, pump/CO2 inflators, multi-tool, water hydration system/water bottles, identification/money/medical card, and phone.