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02-14-22, 06:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,189
Posted By spingineer

CBS5 covered the memorial ride yesterday ...

CBS5 covered the memorial ride yesterday

https://youtu.be/cv1vwjrsYeA
02-12-22, 12:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,189
Posted By spingineer

Cycling Fatality on Mines Road

This past Sunday, the local cycling community is in mourning, as one of our beloved cyclists, Ellen, was struck in a head on collision. This was on our ACTC ride, from Livermore to Del Puerto...
05-31-19, 03:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,324
Posted By spingineer

My excuse for not doing Davis Double ... I was in...

My excuse for not doing Davis Double ... I was in Southern California, viewing ATOC. Baldy Ski Lifts ... it was epic. And yes, even the pros say it was hard ... but hey, I'm used to it :)
06-08-18, 09:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,914
Posted By spingineer

I recently saw an article that stated May was the...

I recently saw an article that stated May was the hottest month on record ... where??? Definitely not in California!
05-17-18, 06:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,002
Posted By spingineer

I didn't do the whole route .. just from the...

I didn't do the whole route .. just from the Bailey descent to the finish ... and that part was hard. Even harder was going home, in the reverse direction. That headwind was brutal. Who needs the...
05-16-18, 09:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,002
Posted By spingineer

It would be great if they can do Mt. Umunhum

It would be great if they can do Mt. Umunhum
09-11-17, 02:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,059
Posted By spingineer

Mt. Umunhum Open on 9/18

It's a bummer that this is open on a Monday (and not on the weekend). I guess if you were one of the lucky ones to get a reservation on that Sunday, you could take some hikes there ... but what...
09-11-17, 02:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,067
Posted By spingineer

I'm surprised no one mentioned Jameson Creek!

I'm surprised no one mentioned Jameson Creek!
11-22-16, 10:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,546
Posted By spingineer

Is that what you're doing?

Is that what you're doing?
07-09-16, 02:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,877
Posted By spingineer

Good for you ... that's an accomplishment, no...

Good for you ... that's an accomplishment, no matter how fit or light you are. When I did Le Tape d'California, it went up the "Plunge" from downtown Livermore. The part I didn't like was the...
03-18-16, 09:58 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,790
Posted By spingineer

I am so with you on that. When I have to...

I am so with you on that. When I have to schedule meetings with India, EU nations, etc ... it's always a challenge, because do we add an hour, subtract? Did they do the time change?
06-26-15, 04:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,045
Posted By spingineer

From the California Triple Crown site on...

From the California Triple Crown site on Facebook, Alta Alpina Challenge has been cancelled, due to the fire.

Alta Alpina Challenge (http://www.altaalpina.org/challenge/)
06-26-15, 04:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,007
Posted By spingineer

It looks like Alta Alpine Challenge is being...

It looks like Alta Alpine Challenge is being cancelled because of the fire. Hope it doesn't affect the Death Ride
01-12-15, 10:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,081
Posted By spingineer

After failing DMD, the jury is still out on...

After failing DMD, the jury is still out on whether or not I do it this year. I'll aim for Solvang in March (maybe Camino Real, but not sure).
05-09-14, 04:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,517
Posted By spingineer

Awesome report. Now you know what we have to...

Awesome report. Now you know what we have to deal with as far as climbing. Sierra in daylight is much nicer. For me, bailing at almost half way up Sierra was more due to leg strength, rather than...
12-17-13, 09:40 PM
12-05-13, 09:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,409
Posted By spingineer

I've pretty much been on Google+, and active on...

I've pretty much been on Google+, and active on various Commuting communities. I'm also on Twitter and Facebook. I've been also spending quite a bit of time with the Peninsula and South Bay Meetup...
07-07-13, 09:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,225
Posted By spingineer

Santa Cruz Mountain Challenge is first week of...

Santa Cruz Mountain Challenge is first week of August. I guess that would qualify as summer. They call it the Santa Cruz Death Ride ... and if you choose to do all spurs, you'd get in about 130...
07-07-13, 09:48 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,271
Posted By spingineer

I'd say Diablo Repeats too ... However, doing...

I'd say Diablo Repeats too ... However, doing Hamilton, both sides, and starting with Quimby wouldn't be bad either. Santa Cruz Mountains have some good options too ... Redwood Gulch, Hwy 9, Jamison...
05-19-13, 11:37 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,534
Posted By spingineer

I was just outside of the 3 km mark, just after...

I was just outside of the 3 km mark, just after Camp Juniper, with uspspro and ruthness. We scoped out our spot Friday afternoon, and we were able to ride up to the summit. But on race day, we...
04-13-13, 09:39 AM
Replies: 929
Views: 238,177
Posted By spingineer

I went for it ... splurged and got a Volagi...

I went for it ... splurged and got a Volagi Liscio ... it's a sweet ride.

http://spingineer.smugmug.com/Cycling/Volagi-Liscio/i-2p22trK/0/M/20130410_165632-M.jpg
04-01-13, 07:30 AM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 314,704
Posted By spingineer

I've started doing rides that I've dubbed "Holy...

I've started doing rides that I've dubbed "Holy Sh*t" climbs. Several weeks ago, it was Sierra Road, followed by Welch Creek. This past Saturday, it was Bohlman/On Orbit, followed by Hicks. I can...
03-31-13, 11:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,111
Posted By spingineer

If you actually did separate North, Central,...

If you actually did separate North, Central, South, this is how I would break it down:

North: Oregon border to Gilroy
Central: Monterey to Buelton/Solvang
South: Solvang down to Mexican border
03-31-13, 08:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,610
Posted By spingineer

Very timely thread ... I'm in the Bay Area, and...

Very timely thread ... I'm in the Bay Area, and just did Bohlman, On Orbit, and Hicks. Plenty of 20+% grades. I'll give today a rest. http://app.strava.com/activities/46543599#805738040
03-05-13, 08:45 AM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 314,704
Posted By spingineer

Yeah, it was a great plan ... my friend Karen was...

Yeah, it was a great plan ... my friend Karen was up visiting from Thousand Oaks, and she climbs really good. Got part of the old BF gang together, and that would have been great, if i didn't have...
02-18-13, 01:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,643
Posted By spingineer

Very sad indeed. :(

Very sad indeed. :(
02-06-13, 08:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,696
Posted By spingineer

I too haven't had issues desending Hwy 84. In...

I too haven't had issues desending Hwy 84. In fact, many times, I would descend, without anyone behind me (usually before 1 pm). One of my favorite loops is Hwy 9 > L Skyine to Bear Creek, then R...
12-30-12, 11:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,859
Posted By spingineer

I'm toying with randonneuring ... and will...

I'm toying with randonneuring ... and will probably still do Solvang and Grand Tour. Mt. Tam??? Don't know.
12-26-12, 04:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 718
Posted By spingineer

I wrote a couple blogs on my adventures up Welch...

I wrote a couple blogs on my adventures up Welch Creek ... not for the weary, that's for sure

http://sevencyclist.wordpress.com/2010/11/06/welch-creek-lkhc-brutal-as-advertised/
...
12-16-12, 10:10 AM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 314,704
Posted By spingineer

Headed out to SF, and met Pete (taxi777) at...

Headed out to SF, and met Pete (taxi777) at Sports Basement at Crissy Fields. Rode through Marin Headlands, before the rain, then did Tiburon loop. Did not beat the rain, but at least it wasn't...
12-10-12, 12:39 AM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 314,704
Posted By spingineer

Same here, except I started from Walnut Creek...

Same here, except I started from Walnut Creek side. 54 mph? So that's what 54 mph gusts feel like.
12-08-12, 06:56 PM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 314,704
Posted By spingineer

Rode with WW today on an Impromptu ride up Mt....

Rode with WW today on an Impromptu ride up Mt. Eden, then over to Hicks. Great ride, tough climbs. Large group for an Impromptu Ride ... ~ 25 people. Nice showing.
12-08-12, 06:48 PM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 314,704
Posted By spingineer

Rode with WW today on an Impromptu ride up Mt....

Rode with WW today on an Impromptu ride up Mt. Eden, then over to Hicks. Great ride, tough climbs. Large group for an Impromptu Ride ... ~ 25 people. Nice showing.
12-05-12, 12:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 846
Posted By spingineer

Curses, you know a lot of people have to travel...

Curses, you know a lot of people have to travel out of town to visit family on that day. Oh well, have fun, for all that stay local.
11-19-12, 09:55 PM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 314,704
Posted By spingineer

Since it would be clear skies, I went ahead and...

Since it would be clear skies, I went ahead and did a climb up Mt. Umunhum ... one of these days, we'll make it all the way to the top.
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11-19-12, 09:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,262
Posted By spingineer

One problem ... I'm working Saturdays this month

One problem ... I'm working Saturdays this month
11-14-12, 11:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,262
Posted By spingineer

it looks like a rain storm is coming for Sunday. ...

it looks like a rain storm is coming for Sunday. With this in mind, I'm thinking about postponing this ... plus, I don't have a lot of people chiming in for this. I'll post another thread when I'm...
11-11-12, 09:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,262
Posted By spingineer

Aw, too bad. I did have to change it to Sunday...

Aw, too bad. I did have to change it to Sunday ... it would be cool to ride with you again, someday.
11-11-12, 09:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,262
Posted By spingineer

I goofed ... I thought I wasn't working...

I goofed ... I thought I wasn't working Saturdays, but it turns out I am this month. So I am now switching it to Sunday, 11/18 ... Sorry ... I must be getting old.
11-07-12, 02:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,262
Posted By spingineer

Didn't I mention this is a ride going at warp...

Didn't I mention this is a ride going at warp speed? Anyhow, yeah, it's for 11/17
11-07-12, 09:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,262
Posted By spingineer

BF Reunion Ride - 10/17/2012 ????

I'm trying to drum up the old NorCal BF gang for a ride. I was originally going to shoot for this weekend, but didn't really get too many responses on that. Plus, looks like there is a Strava run...
10-29-12, 10:49 PM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 314,704
Posted By spingineer

Did LKHC on Saturday, Hwy 9, from Boulder Creek...

Did LKHC on Saturday, Hwy 9, from Boulder Creek to top of Skyline, Saratoga Gap. This was a time trial up Hwy 9, and got a PB by 23 minutes ... WTF? Must be the adrenaline of the LKHC ... I'm loving...
10-20-12, 06:15 PM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 314,704
Posted By spingineer

My friend Karen came up to visit her parents, and...

My friend Karen came up to visit her parents, and we decided to throw in a ride while she is here. We did Metcalf and Quimby. Great ride, nice country-style roads. We had a lot of fun, except I...
09-30-12, 07:48 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,182
Posted By spingineer

After finishing Gran Fondo, I drove over to the...

After finishing Gran Fondo, I drove over to the finish. Didn't see Curtis there (was there from about 8:30 to 10 pm) ... or maybe he finished before that.
09-22-12, 11:32 PM
Replies: 4,179
Views: 314,704
Posted By spingineer

Did a Meetup ride up Mt. Hamilton today. Nice...

Did a Meetup ride up Mt. Hamilton today. Nice group of 7 riders. As expected, I was one of the last ones to finish. Here are some pics ......
09-18-12, 09:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,013
Posted By spingineer

The hardest thing is going back to the scene of...

The hardest thing is going back to the scene of the crash ... and yes, not knowing what happened is freaky. It took me about a year before I went back up Montebello, and I have only been down...
09-18-12, 09:50 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,182
Posted By spingineer

Curtis, you have base miles under your belt, and...

Curtis, you have base miles under your belt, and I have all the confidence in the world that you will be able to complete this strong. You are in great shape, so just keep pedaling one stroke after...
08-18-12, 07:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,147
Posted By spingineer

For Sierra, they basically went back down San...

For Sierra, they basically went back down San Jose side. It was mayhem ... Some of the riders who finished went downhill, while the back of the pelaton was still coming up. The vans, hospitality...
08-08-12, 11:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 622
Posted By spingineer

Nice report ... much more detailed than mine. ...

Nice report ... much more detailed than mine. I'll have to agree ... it's a great event. I first did this last year, and when I saw it on the calendar again, I had to do it. I consider this a must...
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