Bicycle Ride - Car Show & Coffee

### Ride plan

• Meet time: 9:30 am (BEAT THE 92 TRAFFIC!)
• Start/finish: Coastal Trail area near Half Moon Bay State Beach.
• Route: Out-and-back on the Half Moon Bay segment of the California Coastal Trail, stopping at HMB Airport for Dream Machines car festival.
• Pace: Casual and chatty; this is a fun ride, not a workout.
• Estimated ride time: About 90 minutes including quick photo and regroup stops.

Road Ride along Half Moon Bay Beaches to visit the 32nd annual Dream Machines Car/Airplane festival (separate tickets required).

### Route vibes and points of interest

We’ll cruise the mostly flat coastal path that runs parallel to the ocean, with wide-open views of bluffs, cypress trees, and long sandy beaches. As we head along the trail, we’ll pass a string of Half Moon Bay State Beach access points and overlooks, with plenty of spots to pull over, watch the waves, and enjoy the morning breeze. Much of the route is paved and smooth, making it beginner-friendly and perfect for a relaxed spin.
We’ll plan a couple of short regroups at scenic pullouts so no one feels rushed and everyone can enjoy the views (and maybe grab a few sandy photos). We'll stop at the airport to visit the 32nd Annual Dream Machine Car Show (separate tickets required), then head back along the same trail toward town and head back to the parking area.
While the early start time is hard, beating 92 traffic on the weekend of an event is "good planning."

### Lights and safety gear

Because this is a beach ride on a mixed-use path, proper safety gear are a must. Please bring:

• Front headlight (blinky, low-power setting).
• One medium-intensity tail light (bright enough to be seen, not so blinding that it nukes your buddies’ retinas).
• A helmet (non-negotiable), plus any reflective bits you like: reflective vest, ankle bands, or reflective accents on your bike.

Also recommended: full-finger gloves, a light wind layer, and anything you need to stay comfortable and warm by the coast in the morning.