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 (1)
See all- Niles: Alameda Creek TrailNiles Canyon Staging Area, Fremont, CA
Alameda Creek Trail (out and back):
Ride winding down the 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 next few weeks of Cycling4Fun to encourage new riders .
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 8:45am and be prepared to depart at 9:00am. 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.
NOTE:
After more than a year off my bike due to injury I started riding last week. This ride is the first of several to be scheduled as Cycling4Fun "easy" rides to help rebuild my movement and strength. I am targeting to start the regular Cycling4Fun season in mid-January as usual. I am also targeting to ride the California Coast Classic this coming September at 84 years of age. If you are rebuilding your ability to ride or just want a casual ride with nice scenery, sign up and join in.Bob Carlson
