Cycling4Fun

The following events are going to be held this year. If you have an interest, advance registration is often required. Some of these events will substitute for Cycling4Fun rides. Check the websites for additional information and to confirm ride dates.

Strawberry Fields Forever is an annual benefit bike ride through some of the most beautiful regions of Santa Cruz County. It will be tons of fun with outrageously scenic cycling for our worthwhile cause. There are lots of extra goodies planned too!
Although advertised as a century ride there are 100km (62 miles) and 30 mile routes also
Information and registration at https://www.letsdothis.com/us/e/strawberry-fields-forever-161252
This tour, on May 15th, will start is between 7:00am and 8:30am depending on the course you select. No need to register on Cycling4Fun.

Terra Bella Bicycle Tour - On April 12 the Almaden Cycle Touring Club invites you to celebrate Spring by riding some of the prettiest roads in southern Santa Clara County on our 44th annual Tierra Bella Bicycle Tour. One of California's top-rated cycling events.
With four routes , from flat to hilly, you're sure to find the route that's right for you!
Information and registration at https://tierrabella.org/
Start is between 7:00am and 10:00am depending on the course you select. No need to register on the Cycling4Fun meetup.

2026 Primavera Century - A multi choice ride held by the Freemont Freewheelers club. Will be on April 19, 2026. Complete information at https://ffbc.org/

Cinderella Classic (Ladies only) --The Cinderella is a unique bicycle tour for women of all ages and abilities as it winds through Amador, Livermore, Diablo, and San Ramon Valleys. Charming Princes will be at rest/food stops along the way, with a cold lunch at the second stop. Their SAG service patrols the entire route to provide rider assistance if required. A Cinderella Classic ride patch is awarded to every rider. Leave your Prince Charming at home or better yet, have him volunteer, and enjoy a special day! Multiple routes and distances. On April 11. Cycling4Fun males will do Morgan territory. No need to sign up on meetup for this event. Further information and registration is here:
https://www.valleyspokesmen.org/cinderellaclassic/

The Wine Country Century cycling event is back on May 2 for the 51st year. We've planned another wonderful day of cycling in the beautiful vineyards and back roads of Sonoma County. Whether you want a relaxing 50-km (31 mile) jaunt or a challenging 103 miler, we've got you covered. No matter which route you choose we'll take care of you along the way with SAG support and fully stocked rest stops. Best of all you get to feast on some great food and beverage choices after rolling into the LBC after your ride Info at https://www.winecountrycentury.com/

East Shore BaySide Trail –

Berkeley to Richmond Marina (or further to Pt Richmond) and back! (26 mile loop). Under 500 ft. climbing. Basically, a sea-level adventure. If we go to Pt. Richmond, let’s have a stop at at Little Louie’s or coffee stop. Some light car traffic.

This is a ride that is kind of flat and relatively short to suit beginning riders. Invite a newbie.

Starting point is Berkeley Marina, 201 University Av — first parking lot on the left as you enter the marina. Look for a vehicle in the parking area with an orange traffic cone on top.

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.

Arrive by 8:45am and be prepared to depart at 9:00am. Cue sheets/Directions will be on the vehicle windshield for late arrivals.

Ride leader is Bob Carlson. Helmets required.

Route, Cue sheets, Garmin Download, Additional info here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38277603

The Portella Valley Loop is relatively easy but will challenge beginning riders to some degree.

Portola Valley Loop; 22.8 miles, 1,470 ft. Cue sheets, detailed map, and Garmin download here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53822993

Ride Starts at the Park & Ride at the intersection of Interstate 280 and Edgewood Rd

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 at the start by 8:15am to prepare for an 8:30am departure. Cue sheets will be on the windshield for late arrivals. Look for a vehicle in the Park n Ride with an orange traffic cone on top. Ride leader is Bob Carlson. Helmets required.

Meals for Wheels Route

Starting in Shadow Cliffs Recreation Area, this is a ride of 35 miles with 900ft climbing. Still fairly easy with less than 1,000 climbing. If you have a friend who wants to try biking here is the ride for them. We will follow the Wheels for Meals route which was used when the event was held.

NOTICE: Shadow Cliffs Regional Park has $6.00 parking fee. Also, if we are not in the front parking area drive around to the rear area. We will setup wherever the open bathrooms are located.

Additional information including map, cue sheets, and Gar-min download is available here:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44740619

Any changes in these rides, including cancellation, due to weather or other evil doing will be posted on the www.cycling4fun.com website by 7:00am the day of the ride.

Please plan time to prepare so riding can start at 8:30am. Cue sheets will be on the 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