Yeehaw! Bring your A-game for this ride, because it’s going to be a wild one. This Sunday’s A Ride will take us to the far-off land of San Francisco and beyond to celebrate John’s (JJ’s) birthday.

We will begin at the Presidio, make a quick stop at Arsicault (8 am arrival) for a croissant then head up towards Mill Valley. Depending on the crew we’ll either ride the roasters route before or after this week’s Low-Key Hillclimbs segment. We’ll then finish off the remainder of the route and head back to the city. The pace going out will be endurance (“Bernardo’s pace”) and I want to make the ride spirited but inclusive. We will regroup if needed, but expect to ride with minimal stops. If you’re unsure about pace or want to join us, please reach out! We’ll regroup after the LKHC effort, too. Expect regular water stops, in Mill Valley on the way out, and a second one on the way back. On the way back I am hoping to stop for pizza and beers at the Junction, since they tend to have a lot of space for outdoor seating and good beers. I expect we’ll be back at the start by mid-afternoon. I’m stoked, and I hope ya’ll are stoked to join me to celebrate my birthday and to give a go to this week’s LKHC challenge.

Route: AV A Ride: 2023-10-29

Summary: ~95 miles / 7,500 feet

Start: Arsicault Bakery, SF

Time: Meet 8 a.m., Depart by 8:30 (hopefully), 8:45 at GGB, 9:45 at Java Hut in Mill Valley. For more precise timing please coordinate with JJ or Bernardo.

Ride etiquette: https://www.altovelo.org/ride-rules

Ride Leader: JJ