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T3: No Freeway Pie Ride Multi Levels 56 miles/ +3,600' (Nigel, Roger)

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  1. TIME:  Meet 8:45 AM/Roll 9 AM
  2. LOCATION: Marinwood Community Center, 775 Miller Creek Rd, San Rafael CA *Meet across the street from the comm. center
  3. ARRIVAL:   Please be READY by the MEET time to listen to the Ride Leader's introduction, safety brief and any special instructions
  4. SIGN UP:  Our rides are open to all.  Non members/visitors are welcome to the 1st ride by registering in advance and signing a liability release online; for the 2nd ride and thereafter it is our club policy to have non-members sign up as a Marin Cyclists club member.
  5. PACE: Social Pace 13-14.0 mph/Moderate Pace 14-16 mph average speed for the entire ride including all climbs Legend & Pace Rating
  6. ROUTE: Route Map  Marinwood bike path, Ignacio Blvd, Miwok Park, Novato Blvd, Wilson Hill, Chileno Valley Rd, Helen Putnam Park, Western, Pie Shop, D Street, Pt. Reyes Petaluma, Nicasio Valley Rd and Lucas Valley Rd.
  7. DESCRIPTION: This ride avoids the freeway, landfill and downtown Novato.  However, bring some legs, as it does include some notable climbs:  Wilson Hill, the D Street Hill (AKA Red Hill), the Col Fromage, and the back side of Big Rock.  Look forward to a thrilling finishing TT down Lucas Valley Road to a beer reward at Big Rock Cafe (optional, as always).  
  8. REGROUPS: Actual regroups to be determined by the Ride Leader; Miwok Park, Top of Wilson Hill, Chileno Valley side restrooms and water, Walnut Park, Cheese Factory driveway, Nicasio porta potties and store

NOT A NO DROP RIDE.  Not a beginner's ride.

Faster and Slower pace riders welcome but should be prepared to provide their own navigation.  If you ride way faster or slower than the main group you will be separated and will likely be riding on your own.  Try to find a small pod who knows the way and stick together.  Please review the route well in advance of the ride.  Download it to your bike computer or print out a cue sheet.  

Date and Time

Saturday, September 5, 2026, 8:45 AM until 2:00 PM

Location

Marinwood Community Center
775 Miller Creek Road
San Rafael, CA  94903
USA

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Additional Info

Route Map

Contact(s)

Helen Kwong
Admin
4152979845 (p)

Category

Multi Levels

Registration Info

Registration is required
-All riders must register to ride, members and non-members
-20% or more chance of rain at noon cancels the ride
-Must wear a helmet
-Please make sure your bike is in good maintenance
-Bring spare tube(s), mini pump/C02, or tubeless repair kit as necessary
-Day time running lights are highly recommended
-Please obey all traffic rules
-Share the road, ride as far to the right as practicable
-Please download the route to your bike computer or print out a route sheet
-Respect the ride leader
Registration cancellations will be accepted

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