25 mi, 3 M, 1800 ft; Almaden Maze

** TIME CHANGE TO 9:30 DEPARTURE **

A later start for the first ride of the fall season.

Meet at 09:15 to sign in for a 09:30 departure near the restrooms and bocce ball courts at Almaden Lake Park.

Friday's 25-mile hammerfest ride includes short, steep ascents (10%—13% gradient) on Wooded Lake Dr, Rimrock Dr, Queensbridge, and Via Santa Teresa.

The ride will be led at a Moderate pace with regroups at hilltops. All paces and bike types are welcome.

If you can't make the ride, please join us at the post-ride rehydration therapy at Smoke Eaters in Almaden Ranch from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Enjoy! Start location: 64QH+MX8 San Jose, California [Route/Map]