What we’re about
Please read the entire description. Cycling is inherently dangerous.
We are Arcadia/East Pasadena/Monrovia Cycling, We are a group of men and women who are not out to be the fastest cyclists, yet certainly can hold our own. The risk of injury from cycling is significant, and while particular skills, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious and potentially fatal injury does exist;
Required for all rides:
- Please make sure your bike is in good working condition.
- Please carry a cell phone, identification and money.
- Please be able to ride about 10 MPH consistently for at least 3-5 miles at a time. This is not the ride for you if you've NEVER ridden your bike.
- No earbuds or music, your attention is needed for your safety.
- Bike Helmet, 2 water bottles, pump or CO2 Cartridges, spare tubes, snacks.
- Electric bike while permitted, the riders of the electric bike are still expected to ride with the group and have their own ability to repair/charge their bike.
No drop policy. We wait for each other.
We do not ride in the rain.
We do make allowances for each other’s busy personal lives.
Periodically there is, if you are a beginner, ride at a slower pace, or just want to ride only on the bike lanes, this is the ride for you. Look out for it or message to find the future date.
The other Saturdays will likely consist of hill climbing and or be a challenge to novice riders.
Be responsible for yourself; carry identification, and your own medical insurance, follow safe road rules, and cell phone, bring water bottles, tubes, food, cash, and a fun attitude.
Come join us.
Arcadia/Monrovia/East Pasadena Cycling is simply a group of being riding together, we are not a formal group.
Bicycle riding is an inherently dangerous sport. Everyone who rides as a result of joining this Cycling Meetup does so and agrees that and assumes that East Pasadena/Arcadia/Monrovia Cycling assumes no liability for your participation. There is no official group and there are no dues, no leader of the group, and no one is 'in charge. In no event, shall anyone who meets up to ride with anyone at Recreation Park in Monrovia or Michillinda Park in Arcadia, or Peet's Coffee in East Pasadena or Encanto Park in Duarte or any other location that this group meets accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by use of, or reliance, on information on this website, or from participating in group rides with anyone individual as part of East Pasadena/Arcadia/Monrovia Cycling Meetup. You acknowledge, appreciate, and agree that:
- The risk of injury from cycling is significant, and while particular skills, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious and potentially fatal injury does exist; and \
- I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE BY YOURSELF or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and \
- I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If, however, I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of other cyclists immediately; and \
- I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS East Pasadena/Arcadia/Monrovia Cycling and other participants, and WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property associated with my presence or participation, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE BY MYSELF OR OTHERS to the fullest extent of permitted by law. \
I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, I UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY JOINING IN RIDES, AND I AGREE WITH IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT. \
If you are a minor, you and your parent must agree to the above and the below: \
I am the parent or guardian of a minor who wishes to ride with the group and I am giving my permission for my child to participate in the cycling ride. I understand that the minor and I are bound by all terms above when we join the group to ride. \
If you do not agree with any of the above, do not ride with us! And remove yourself as a member online with East Pasadena/Arcadia/Monrovia Cycling.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Saturday Bike RideArcadia Park, Arcadia, CA
L3 Arcadia/York/Adams Hill/Observatory · Ride with GPS
EXTREME HEAT OR RAIN OR OTHER WEATHER INCIDENTS MAY CUT RIDE SHORT OR CANCEL RIDE. Route subject to change, please check with ride leader Saturday morning for changes in route.
All Participants must understand and adhere to the following guidelines.
We want to have fun as a group, we enjoy each other’s company. The below are for the safety of the group. Violation of any of these rules could jeopardize the safety of your fellow Participants and could cause your removal from our group. We need to take of each other, we are a cycling family!
· Bicycles are subject to all the rules and regulations of the California Vehicle Code. As a cyclist you can still be issued a traffic ticket by law enforcement, this will go on your driving record. Obey all traffic laws, traffic signals, and signs.
· As an adult, know the route, download the route prior to the ride or ride with someone who has the route.
· Ride as far to the right as is safely possible. Ride defensively, and predictably, and stay alert. Assume car drivers cannot see you.
· If you go thru a traffic signal, and the signal is turning yellow, call out “ROLLING” make sure that the rest of the group behind you has cleared the intersection. If they have not, pull over, when it’s safe, to your right and wait for the rest of the group to catch up. This is common courtesy.
· We are a no drop group, if you are ahead, remember to wait at all the major intersections or turns for the rest of the group to catch up. Make sure you know the route, do not assume a turn is to be made just because that is where YOU think it should be.
· Wear your helmet at all times when on your bicycle.
· If riding an electric bike or electronic assist bike, keep pace with the group. Do not venture ahead unless you are the ride leader.
· Be aware of keeping space between yourself and another rider, especially when riding side by side, keeping aware of cars.
· Communicate your intentions. Use verbal alerts to point out potential vehicle hazards. Use hand signals to indicate a right turn, left turn, stopping, or slowing. Alert others to potential hazards by pointing and calling out in a LOUD OUTSIDE VOICE.
· Look over your left shoulder before passing to make sure it is clear. Pass only when it is safe and pass only on the left. Before passing, call out loudly, “On your left!” If you are cycling as a group, each Cyclist must call out and pass only when it is safe.
· Never wear headphones while on your bike. The use of cell phones, iPods, speakers, cameras, or other electronic devices is prohibited while cycling.
· Keep at least one hand on the handlebars at all times.
· Do not consume alcohol or use recreational drugs on rides.
· Emergency Procedures: If an accident occurs requiring medical services, call 911 immediately and direct traffic around the scene.
· Wait for emergency personnel to arrive. Do not move an injured person if they are unable to move themselves.
· Be courteous and respectful of others. Please be thoughtful in your conduct and choices, and sensitive to the feelings of your fellow participants. And remember, take care of one another.
