What we’re about
Let's get-together for cycling excursions around Redwood Shores. Standard meet-up at Public Parking Lot near Oracle every Saturday and Sunday, generally at 9am for Group Riding. Fluid route(s) can accommodate a variety of skill levels and distances. Plus there are a few planned leisurely excursions throughout the cycling season. In training? Buddy up!
The Redwood Shores Cycling Meetup presents,
The Seventh Annual (Septennial) Civilized Century - Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Our group's signature local event held the first Sunday in August. Great for first-time Century Riders; seasoned veterans looking for a scenic, day-off from climbing; or Recumbent and EllitpiGo bikes.
Route options - 35, 60, 75, and 100miles.
$40 youth/$65 adult/includes mini-meal.
Signup at www.civilizedcentury.com . This event is limited to 300 riders and sells out each year so register early!
An RSVP here ONLY let's others know you plan to participate. You MUST register at Civilized Century . Photos from last year's Event .
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Tiburon Excursion w/Angel Island OptionBelmont Caltrain Station, Belmont, CA
Sexennial Civilized Century Photos
THE SCRIPT - Route Link
-Take the electric train to SF, end of the line
-Bike 22 miles across Golden Gate Bridge to Tiburon and lunch
-Ferry to SF OR to Angel Island, then ferry to SF
-Short bike ride to train station, depart SFOUTBOUND DETAILS
Meet in the FRONT bike car of #605 Caltrain train. 8:38 @ Belmont.
Arrive SF 9:16a, take bathroom break, get organized then ride 22 miles to Tiburon.TIBURON
Should arrive with time for lunch. If not, then lunch Angel Island.
Golden Gate ferry departs for SF @ 12:55, arriving 30min later.
Angle Island ferry departs @ 1pm. GG ferry leaves island @ 3:20.ANGEL ISLAND
Will defer to others on the great things to do on AI.
PURCHASE THIS $18 TICKET IN ADVANCE and we will only use the TO AI leg.SAN FRANCISCO
Couple mile ride from Ferry Building to train station.
Arrive Belmont anywhere from 2:32 to 5:32 depending on your choices and lucky timing. Sunset - 8:35pm.COSTS:
About $30 - $50 + LunchDO BE PREPARED:
-Bike is in good mechanical order and tires inflated.
-Purchase/activate your Clipper card and buy ticket(s) in advance.
-Make sure all your gizmos are fully charged, especially your phone.
-Be prepared for dark or rainy conditions, in case we are delayed.INFO:
CALTRAIN - Schedules
GOLDEN GATE FERRY - Schedule, Routes, and Costs
Tiburon to Angel Island Leg - Ticket BookingEQUIPMENT: Go light! Helmet, eye protection, spare tube, water bottle, phone, snack(s), moolah, and sunscreen.
- Scenic Intermediate Ride to Edgewood/Canada IntersectionOracle Parking/Restroom/Bridge, Redwood City, CA
www.CivilizedCentury.com registration is open!
No rider left behind. Bring water and snack. Two main goals:
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Check on Civilized Century yard signs at Edgewood/Canada roads
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Ride for 1.5 to 2 hours-ish depending - various ways to get from RWS to Edgewood/Canada intersection
a) Ralston-Bike Bridge-Canada Road-Water Temple-Edgewood
b) Ralston-Polhemus-Bunker-Skyline-Canada-Water Temple-Edgewood
c) Ralston-Hallmark-Crestview-Edgewood-Canada
d) BayTrail-to-Crystal Springs-Skyline-Canada-Water Temple-Edgewood
Route varies from 17 to 20miles. Climbing from 500 to 1500feet.
ROLL OUT AT 9AM.
EQUIPMENT: Go light! Helmet, eye protection, spare tube, water bottle(s), phone, snack, moolah, and sunscreen.
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- RAGBRAI Bicycle Tour Across Iowa (the state)Vibrant Music Hall, Waukee, IA
### What is RAGBRAI?
RAGBRAI, Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, is the largest, longest, and oldest week-long recreational bicycle ride in the world with more than 15,000 daily riders traveling across Iowa in seven days the last full week of July. It is the small towns, local food, rolling Iowa farmland, heartland hospitality, and live entertainment each day that make RAGBRAI an annual tradition for bicyclists worldwide since 1973.
Inquire and register at - https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-registration/ .
- Septennial Civilized Century2800 Bridge Pkwy, Redwood City, CA
The Redwood Shores Cycling Meetup presents,
The Seventh Annual (Septennial) Civilized Century - Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Our group's signature local event held the first Sunday in August. Great for first-time Century Riders; seasoned veterans looking for a scenic, day-off from climbing; or Recumbent and EllitpiGo bikes.
Route options - 35, 60, 75, and 100miles.
$40 youth/$65 adult/includes mini-meal.Signup at www.civilizedcentury.com . This event is limited to 300 riders and sells out each year so register early!
An RSVP here ONLY let's others know you plan to participate. You MUST register at Civilized Century . Photos from last year's Event .
