The following are standing rides put on by the Riverside Bicycle Club and open to the public.  ALL RIDERS MUST WEAR A HELMET, and Lights are required for the night rides.

Sunday, 8:00 AM  (7:30 AM May-Sept.) Road Ride

Leaving from the Main St Pedestrian Mall between University Ave & Mission Inn Ave in Riverside, CA.  Approximate Address is 3700 University Ave, Riverside, CA  92501.  [MAP]

• A Group — Ride lengths will be 45-60 miles with the pace averaging 19-21 mph.  Moderate to difficult terrain.  Focus on performance, pace lining, climbing and endurance.  Group riding experience and general mechanical skills expected.
• B Group — Ride lengths will be 35-45 miles with the pace averaging 15-18 mph.  Terrain includes moderate and steep hills.  Focus on performance development, pace lining and climbing.  Group riding experience expected.  Regroups as necessary.
• C Group — Ride lengths will be 25-40 miles with the pace averaging 13-15 mph.  Mixture of flat/rolling hills with some moderate climbing.  Riders should have some group riding experience, basic bike handing and mechanical skills.  Regroups as necessary.
• D Group — Ride lengths will be 18-25 miles with the pace averaging 10-12 mph.  Generally flat roads with some rolling to mild hills.  This group welcomes beginning riders.  Children are welcome when accompanied by parent or guardian (contact Ride Chair for details).  Assistance and instruction will be provided in basic skills of fixing flats, bike handling, etc.  Regroups often.

BE PREPARED TO START ON TIME.

Saturday 8:00 AM (7:30 AM May-Sept.) Road Ride

Leaving from the Canyon Crest Towncenter parking lot between Anthony’s Cyclery and Starbucks.  THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER RIDE.  [MAP]

There is one group and the normal route is to Redlands and back.  This ride will be from 30-35 miles with average speeds of 16-19 mph.  Route and speed do very according to riders.  Regroups as necessary.

Tuesday / Thursday 6:00 PM Mountain Ride

Team DirtyWork, the offroading division of the Riverside Bicycle Club hosts a night ride leaving from the Canyon Crest Towncenter parking lot between Bank of America and RiteAID.  All mountain bikers are welcome.  Generally almost all reasonably fit people can enjoy riding with Team DirtyWork.  This is a great way to get involved in a mountain biking group.  LIGHTS REQUIRED.  [MAP]

These rides are for experienced beginners and intermediate to advanced dirt riders.  Tuesday’s ride is typically the more intensive of the two night rides.  These rides are approximately 2 hours long through the Sycamore Canyon or Box Spring Mtn area.

If you are interested in joining this ride for the first time, please leave a message at www.teamdirtywork.com/board.

Tuesday/Thursday 6:30 PM Road Ride

Meet at Baker’s Burgers at 3522 Adams Plaza  (Adams Exit off 91 Fwy).  LIGHTS REQUIRED. [MAP]

Night rides vary throughout the year depending on the amount of daylight, number of riders and skill level.  There are usually 2 groups for this ride.  You are invited to join us for a bite to eat at one of the nearby restaurants after the ride.

• Fast Group — Ride lengths are 18-25 miles with average speeds of 15+ mph.  Moderate hills are frequently included.  More challenging routes are available depending upon who is riding.
• Not as Fast Group — Ride lengths of 10-20 miles with average speeds of 10-15mph.  Mild to moderate hills may be included depending upon who is riding.

Tuesday/Thursday 5:30 PM Road Ride (Summer Only)

Meet at Baker’s Burgers at 3522 Adams Plaza  (Adams Exit off 91 Fwy). [MAP]

Night rides vary throughout the year depending on the amount of daylight, number of riders and skill level.  There is usually 1 group for this ride.  You are invited to join us for a bite to eat at one of the nearby restaurants after the ride.

Ride lengths of 10-20 miles with average speeds of 10-15mph.  Mild to moderate hills may be included depending upon who is riding.

The Essentials:

• Cycling Helmet
• Cell Phone
• 2 Water Bottles / energy drink / hydration pack
• Flat fixers:  Spare tubes, patch kit, tire irons & Pump / CO2.
• Ride Food / Snacks  and some cash
• Emergency Card and ID Card
• You and Your Bike (Both in safe working condition)