Marin: 8th Annual Jerry Kruse Memorial Ride

This ride memorializes Jerry Kruse, the founder of Cycling4Fun and cycling guru that helped many find their way into the sport of cycling. Paradise Loop was Jerry's favorite ride. It is a pretty and enjoyable ride. We will do a traditional version of that loop and an extended version both versions starting from College of Marin Physical Ed. campus parking area.

Traditional route -- 28 miles with 1390ft climbing. Detailed map, Garmin Download, and cue sheets can be found here:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32980141
Extended route -- Traditional route with added distance. 49.9 miles, 2364ft of climbing. Detailed map, Garmin Download, and cue sheets can be found here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32988628

We will meet in parking Lot 13 on the Physical Education Campus of the College of Marin. 700 College Ave, Kentfield. We will be in a free gravel lot off the paved lot to the right of the paved lot entrance. Look for a vehicle in the parking area with an orange traffic cone on its top.
Any changes in these rides, including cancellation, due to weather or other evil doing will be posted on the [Cycling4Fun.com website](http://www.cycling4fun.com/) by 7:00am the day of the ride.

Please arrive at the start by 8:45am to prepare for an 9:00am departure. Cue sheets/Directions 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

Following the Jerry Kruse Memorial Ride there will be a pot-luck at the home of Nancy Spellman at 345 Hickory Lane, San Rafael. It’s a chance to get to know fellow riders and talk about and answer questions about cycling. Please contact Nancy via Email [nancyspell@yahoo.com](mailto:nancyspell@yahoo.com) or by phone/text (415-250-0608) to let her know you are coming and what you might bring. I will have a cooler available to keep food while you ride the Jerry Kruse memorial ride. See you there.
Bob