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SATURDAY RIDE

The Saturday ride focuses on building cycling endurance in a group setting. The workouts may include guidelines for RPM, heart rate, pedaling technique, and other technical factors. The ride includes several length options.  There are usually regroup points along the way. The club rides are intended to offer a challenging workout with the company of other SVTC members.
There are routes/groups meant for a wide range of cycling abilities ranging from 13 - 15mph average pace up to 19mph or more.  Be sure to click "Route Information" below for details to find the ride that's just right for you! 

 

When:  Usually around 9AM in the winter/daylight time and 8AM in the summer/summer time. Exact time is announced via the Calendar.

Where: Once a month, it usually is from Almaden Lake in San Jose, otherwise it is from Lucky’s parking lot on Foothill and Arboretum in Los Altos. Exact starting point and routes are announced via the Calendar. 

 
The Calendar will provide a route summary and a link to RideWithGPS mapping of that day's rides.
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Thursday Ride

The Thursday night ride is a challenging hill or tempo workout with limited regroups. This ride will develop your strength on the bike and the ability to recover after the hills. The ride usually splits into several groups and all ability levels are welcome. The ride alternates every week between a challenging hilly route and a flatter, faster route.

 

When:  Thursdays; meet at 6:00 pm, wheels roll 6:15 (This ride runs during Daylight Savings hours, usually March - October, see calendar for details.)
Where:  Starting point is usually Lucky’s parking lot on Foothill and Arboretum. Ride details are announced via the Calendar.
 
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Wednesday Gravel

Our gravel rides are designed to strike the perfect balance between enjoyment and challenge. Riders can expect a mix of punchy climbs and fast descents—ideal for building strength and sharpening bike-handling skills. Elevation typically ranges from 1,500 to 2,000 feet per ride.
To ensure safe and enjoyable conditions, these rides are scheduled exclusively from April through September, when daylight and weather are most favorable.

When: 6:00pm Exact time is announced via the Calendar., wheels roll 6:10

Where: Location varies. Exact time is announced via the Calendar and Slack