What we're about
Silicon Valley Unicycle Group is all about bringing people of all ages together to learn, practice and ride unicycle in the South Bay and the greater San Francisco Bay Area. We offer activities such as clinics, bike path riding, mountain unicycling, etc. All activities are free of charge unless required for parking or venue access.
SVUG merchandise are available online. Prices listed are amounts charged by Cafepress. No markups are applied by SVUG. Check out our Cafepress store.
If you track your rides, join us on Strava.
We are also on Unicyclist.com.
SAFETY
Helmet is required while riding. Other protective gear such as knee/skin guards, elbow pads, gloves, etc. is recommended. Let's ride safe.
AGE REQUIREMENTS
If you are under 18 years of age, you can attend this meetup only if accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian who should also sign up as a participant.
PHOTO & VIDEO RELEASE
You and your guest(s) understand that your photos and videos may be posted by our organizers or members on Meetup.com or other social media websites.
LEGAL STUFF
In consideration of being permitted to participate in a Silicon Valley Unicycle Group ("SVUG") meetup activity, you agree as follows:
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
By signing up, you and your guest(s) acknowledge that you have voluntarily requested to participate. You understand that this meetup may involve hazards and risks. You fully assume all risks in regard to riding a unicycle or related activities and being around others riding unicycles or doing related activities.
RELEASE OF LIABILITIES
By signing up, you and your guest(s) agree to release us (SVUG's organizer, co-organizers and assistant organizers) from claims, demands and damages (actual and consequential) of every kind and nature, known and unknown, suspected and unsuspected, disclosed and undisclosed, now and in the future, arising out of or in any way connected with your participation, transportation to or from, attendance at our meetups. You and your guest(s) also agree that you bear all responsibilities if a person, such as another participant, a passerby or a bystander, is injured or property is damaged caused by your action. You further waive any and all rights and benefits otherwise conferred by any statutory or non-statutory law of any jurisdiction that would purport to limit the scope of a release or waiver. You waive and relinquish all rights and benefits which you have or may have under Section 1542 of the Civil Code of the State of California or any similar provision of the statutory or non-statutory law of any other jurisdiction to the full extent that you may lawfully waive all such rights and benefits.
Upcoming events (3)
RSVP closes at 8 pm the day before meetup.
Please do not attend without RSVP as we need your agreement to the disclaimers below.
Any skill level is welcome even if you've never been on a unicycle before. More experienced riders are welcome to come hang out and help the beginners. Also, this location has direct access to a bike path where you can do some distance riding.
Equipment
If you don't have your own unicycle or protective gear, leave a comment indicating what you need: unicycle (note your inseam length), helmet, pads, gloves, etc.
Safety
- Do not attend if you feel sick.
- Helmet is required while riding. Other protective gear (knee/skin guards, elbow pads, gloves, long pants, etc.) is recommended. Let's ride safe.
- Bring drinking water and sunscreen.
Restroom
The school's restrooms may or may not be opened during our stay so plan accordingly.
Parking & Meeting
Use the school parking lot. Look for unicyclists in the school yard near the basketball court.
The Most Frequently Asked Question
How long does it take to learn to ride a unicycle?
Answer: It depends.
This might give you some ideas...
https://klaasbil.home.xs4all.nl/agelearn.htm
Age Requirements
If you are under 18 years of age, you can attend this meetup only if accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian who should also sign up as a participant.
Photo & Video Release
You and your guest(s) understand that your photos and videos may be posted by SUVG's members on Meetup.com or other social media websites.
Legal Stuff
In consideration of being permitted to participate in a Silicon Valley Unicycle Group ("SVUG") meetup activity, you agree as follows:
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
By signing up for this meetup, you and your guest(s) acknowledge that you have voluntarily requested to participate in this meetup. You understand that this meetup may involve hazards and risks. You fully assume all risks in regard to riding a unicycle or related activities and being around others riding unicycles or doing related activities.
RELEASE OF LIABILITIES
By signing up for this meetup, you and your guest(s) agree to release us (SVUG's organizer, co-organizers and assistant organizers) from claims, demands and damages (actual and consequential) of every kind and nature, known and unknown, suspected and unsuspected, disclosed and undisclosed, now and in the future, arising out of or in any way connected with your participation, transportation to or from, attendance at this meetup. You and your guest(s) also agree that you bear all responsibilities if a person, such as another participant, a passerby or a bystander, is injured or property is damaged caused by your action. You further waive any and all rights and benefits otherwise conferred by any statutory or non-statutory law of any jurisdiction that would purport to limit the scope of a release or waiver. You waive and relinquish all rights and benefits which you have or may have under Section 1542 of the Civil Code of the State of California or any similar provision of the statutory or non-statutory law of any other jurisdiction to the full extent that you may lawfully waive all such rights and benefits.
- Collin
- Nikolay
- Jesus
- 7 attendees
Viva CalleSJ (pronounced Vee-Va Ka-Ye SJ) is a free public event hosted by City of San Jose that closes miles of streets. It's a fun family event, not a race.
Non-unicycle guests are welcome to join us on bicycles, kick scooters, skates, skateboards, running shoes, etc.
Rain or shine.
Official promo video: https://youtu.be/Nd7A9m5HkLk
Unofficial promo video: https://youtu.be/yhNHo-im1u8
TIME
Meet at 9:30am, start riding at 10am.
Streets re-open to vehicles at 3pm.
PARKING
Street parking.
MEETING LOCATION
Meet at the Bay Wheels bike share station located at the north corner of the intersection of E Santa Clara St and S 17th St.
OUR ROUTE
Roosevelt Park > SoFA District > San Carlos > Roosevelt Park
See map (in photo)
Total distance: 9.8 miles
SKILLS
Suitable for advanced beginner unicyclists due to the distance and the fact that we'll be riding alongside a lot of people (cyclists, runners, walkers, kids, etc.) Be able to free mount and ride forward for a few miles. If you are brand new to unicycling but would like to join the festivities with us, come on a bicycle if you don't mind riding slow.
WHAT TO BRING
- Unicycle from 24" and up, or any human-powered vehicle
- Helmet is required to ride with SVUG. Other protective gear such as knee/skin guards, elbow pads, gloves, etc. is recommended
- Hydration
- Sunscreen
- Snacks or money for food along the way
- Bike lock in case you find interesting activities at the activity hubs
AGE REQUIREMENT
If you are under 18 years of age, you can attend this meetup only if accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian who should also sign up as a participant.
PHOTO & VIDEO RELEASE
You and your guest(s) understand that your photos and videos may be posted by SUVG's members on Meetup.com or other social media websites.
LEGAL STUFF
In consideration of being permitted to participate in a Silicon Valley Unicycle Group ("SVUG") meetup activity, you agree as follows:
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
By signing up for this meetup, you and your guest(s) acknowledge that you have voluntarily requested to participate in this meetup. You understand that this meetup may involve hazards and risks. You fully assume all risks in regard to riding a unicycle or related activities and being around others riding unicycles or doing related activities.
RELEASE OF LIABILITIES
By signing up for this meetup, you and your guest(s) agree to release us (SVUG's organizer, co-organizers and assistant organizers) from claims, demands and damages (actual and consequential) of every kind and nature, known and unknown, suspected and unsuspected, disclosed and undisclosed, now and in the future, arising out of or in any way connected with your participation, transportation to or from, attendance at this meetup. You and your guest(s) also agree that you bear all responsibilities if a person, such as another participant, a passerby or a bystander, is injured or property is damaged caused by your action. You further waive any and all rights and benefits otherwise conferred by any statutory or non-statutory law of any jurisdiction that would purport to limit the scope of a release or waiver. You waive and relinquish all rights and benefits which you have or may have under Section 1542 of the Civil Code of the State of California or any similar provision of the statutory or non-statutory law of any other jurisdiction to the full extent that you may lawfully waive all such rights and benefits.
- Collin
- Jac
- Jesus
- 7 attendees
RSVP closes at 8 pm the day before meetup.
Viva CalleSJ (pronounced Vee-Va Ka-Ye SJ) is a free public event hosted by City of San Jose that closes miles of streets. It's a fun family event, not a race.
Non-unicycle guests are welcome to join us on bicycles, kick scooters, skates, skateboards, running shoes, etc. Note that city of San Jose does not allow motorized anything at this event.
Rain or shine.
Official promo video: https://youtu.be/Nd7A9m5HkLk
Unofficial promo video: https://youtu.be/yhNHo-im1u8
MEETING LOCATION
TBD (somewhere in San Jose)
OUR ROUTE
TBD
SKILLS
Suitable for advanced beginner unicyclists due to the distance and the fact that we'll be riding alongside a lot of people (cyclists, runners, walkers, kids, etc.) Be able to free mount and ride forward for a few miles. If you are brand new to unicycling but would like to join the festivities with us, come on a bicycle if you don't mind riding slow.
WHAT TO BRING
- Unicycle from 24" and up, or any human-powered vehicle (no motorized vehicles)
- Helmet is required to ride with SVUG. Other protective gear such as knee/skin guards, elbow pads, gloves, etc. is recommended
- Although there will be hydration stations along the route, bringing your own water is recommended, especially on a hot day
- Snacks or money for food along the way
- Although monitored bike parking is available at activity hubs, bringing your own lock is recommended to avoid lines and delays if you wish to stop for activities
AGE REQUIREMENT
If you are under 18 years of age, you can attend this meetup only if accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian who should also sign up as a participant.
PHOTO & VIDEO RELEASE
You and your guest(s) understand that your photos and videos may be posted by SUVG's members on Meetup.com or other social media websites.
LEGAL STUFF
In consideration of being permitted to participate in a Silicon Valley Unicycle Group ("SVUG") meetup activity, you agree as follows:
ASSUMPTION OF RISK
By signing up for this meetup, you and your guest(s) acknowledge that you have voluntarily requested to participate in this meetup. You understand that this meetup may involve hazards and risks. You fully assume all risks in regard to riding a unicycle or related activities and being around others riding unicycles or doing related activities.
RELEASE OF LIABILITIES
By signing up for this meetup, you and your guest(s) agree to release us (SVUG's organizer, co-organizers and assistant organizers) from claims, demands and damages (actual and consequential) of every kind and nature, known and unknown, suspected and unsuspected, disclosed and undisclosed, now and in the future, arising out of or in any way connected with your participation, transportation to or from, attendance at this meetup. You and your guest(s) also agree that you bear all responsibilities if a person, such as another participant, a passerby or a bystander, is injured or property is damaged caused by your action. You further waive any and all rights and benefits otherwise conferred by any statutory or non-statutory law of any jurisdiction that would purport to limit the scope of a release or waiver. You waive and relinquish all rights and benefits which you have or may have under Section 1542 of the Civil Code of the State of California or any similar provision of the statutory or non-statutory law of any other jurisdiction to the full extent that you may lawfully waive all such rights and benefits.
- Collin
- Jesus
- 2 attendees
Past events (478)
- Collin
- Jac
- Jesus
- 3 attendees
