What we’re about
Cycling4Fun is a group of friendly bike lovers who can accommodate cyclists of all experience levels and happily adhere to a no-drop policy. Weekly rides are scheduled on most Saturdays from January until September and intermittent rides in other parts of the year. We focus on touring, social riding with a modest pace. Usually there are two groups, one riding at about 10 miles per hour and the other at about 20. Beginners welcome with many rides offering multiple routes for both beginners and experienced cyclists. Average ride is 30+ miles and 2,000+ feet of climbing. Weekly rides are posted on the meetup and the www.Cycling4Fun.com website which describes starting time, location, and routes. Cycling4Fun is the bay area training program for the Arthritis California Coast Classic which is usually scheduled in September. However, all riders are welcome to join our rides.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Kids Bike Lane Bicyle buildNeeds location
For additional Information and sign up -- use Cycling4Fun as your team id
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|2024 Big Bike Build registration is OPEN
600 new bikes to be assembled!
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Saturday, December 7, 2024
9am - 12pm and 1pm - 4pm
In order to create more room for those assembling bikes we are offering two shifts this year. Come for the morning or afternoon! We will be dividing the bikes in half so there will be plenty left for the afternoon shift. Whole day registration is available for QC/Mechanics and others by request as room allows.
Can't come December 7th?
We also need help on Friday afternoon December 6th
with set up 4:30-6:30pm
Additional help loading Charity Trucks will be needed during the week 12/9-12/12 see below for information.
DON'T MISS OUT ON THE FUN!
REGISTER NOW !
SPACES ARE LIMITED TO 300 VOLUNTEERS!
Use the links below to register:
If you received an email as a VIP or Youth volunteer last week
you can use either these links or those in your earlier email.
Youth Teams (Scouts, YMSL, School Groups/Clubs etc.)
Teams (corporate, bike clubs etc)
Please indicate the name of your team when you register.
Can't come but want to help?
Make a donation and help make dreams come true this Christmas for 600 underserved youth
in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.
https://kidsbikelane.org/donate/
Volunteer Opportunities:
December 6: 4:30-6pm
• Set up (moving boxes, tables, chairs, etc.)
December 7:
• Registration check in (FPCL members only)
• Bike movers team (Youth and adults: moving bikes to QC or Charities)
• Green team (Youth and Adults: Gather cardboard and dispose in dumpsters)
• Assemble bikes
• Charities Team (Stage bikes, Load bikes)
• Bike mechanic or QC's: register with Jerry at [email protected]
• QC bikes final check. (Experienced QC's only, sign up with Jerry)
• Hospitality (Set up, serve drinks and snacks)
• First Aid Station
Monday 12/9 - Wednesday 12/12: Most of the Charity Pick ups will happen during the week this year. We will be setting dates and times soon. We need help to stage bikes and load trucks. Let us know what day you may have time to help. Contact Cathy at [email protected] for more information**.**
We hope to see you soon at the BBB and in 2025!
If you are interested in getting more involved helping with events during the year let us know! We would welcome new volunteers to join us at Team Bike Builds, Repair Clinics and for other short term tasks.
Thank you for your support!
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| - Niles: Alameda Creek TrailNiles Canyon Staging Area, Fremont, CA
Alameda Creek Trail (out and back):
First ride of Cycling4Fun 2025 season. 22 miles total, Very light car traffic. This ride is a light duty ride suitable for beginner’s or experienced riders looking for scenic and relaxing ride.
Basically, a sea level (flat) ride.Since this is a ride suitable for first-timers; find a friend who wants to start riding and invite them. There will be several somewhat easy rides scheduled in the first few weeks of the Cycling4Fun season to encourage new riders along with “normal” rides for others.
If any experienced Cycling4Fun riders want to join this simple ride and help herd cats you would be welcome. Detailed map, Cue sheets, Garmin Download are here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45039745
This ride starts at the Niles Staging Area on Old Canyon Rd near the Mission Blvd intersection.
Any changes in this ride, including cancellation, due to weather or other evil doing will be posted on the Cycling4Fun.com website by 7:00am the day of the ride.
Please arrive by 8:15am and be prepared to depart at 8:30am. Cue sheets/Directions will be on the vehicle windshield for late arrivals. Look for a vehicle in the parking area with an orange traffic cone on top. Ride leader is Bob Carlson. Helmets required.
