Before the fun stuff we need to be very clear…

THIS IS NOT AN EASY RIDE

• The elevation is serious
• The distance is vast
• The conditions can be tough (one year was super hot, another year, super cold)
• The support is minimal (you must be self sufficient) so please bring enough food, layers and tools/supplies
• And you need to be mindful of the physical demands you’re getting into (ie this is NOT a ride you do off the couch!)

That said, this is also an incredibly rewarding experience and a crazy amount of fun. So without further ado…

Welcome to the fifth annual edition of the Hummingbird Fuels: Hamilton Diablo Double Shot.

There are two options for this ride. Full details and routes at https://www.hummingbirdfuels.com/pages/hamilton-diablo-double-shot

🗻 Single Shot (Diablo Only): 54 miles / 4,700 ft
https://www.strava.com/routes/3070919026669385278

🗻🗻 Double Shot (Diablo & Hamilton): 119 miles / 11,300 ft
https://www.strava.com/routes/3199845511694676062

YOU MUST COMPLETE THIS WAIVER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS RIDE. No exceptions. No waiver. No ride. Fill this out now! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhjfYJ8Mtoh2FmhsQIFuxQ4l_kydz_HMoBY_VW3UdAF-R0Pw/viewform

Both Single Shot and Double Shot are challenging. Ensure you bring enough food, gear/clothing, your flat fixing kit. The knowledge of how to use it. And you are self-sufficient. This is a minimally supported ride.

RIDE DETAILS:

Meet: 8am at Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa BART Station (meet outside station)

Pre-Ride Safety Talk: 8:20am

Roll: 8:30am

Hummingbird Fuels and Rapha are excited to host this event. We will have fuel at the start of the ride and midway on Mines road (at The Junction) right where you need it ;)

ABOUT THE RIDE:

This route leaves from the Pleasant Hill/Contra Costa BART station and takes riders up Diablo. You can refuel at the top (there’s a small shop and a water fountain).

We then descend into Livermore where you can grab lunch (we’ll hit McDonalds ;) but feel free to grab whatever you prefer). This is the end of the Single Shot. These riders will then roll to the Dublin / Pleasanton BART station to head home.

DOUBLE SHOT RIDERS...
Will then tackle the rolling hills up Mines Road, hit the Hummingbird Fuels Re-Fuel Station at The Junction.

RAPHA WILL BE AT THE JUNCTION WITH AN OASIS (aka a resupply with fuel, water and food.

Then take on the final climb of the day—the backside of Hamilton (a 10% average grade).

Once you finally make it to the top (where the observatory is) you'll find washrooms, a water fountain and some vending machines (better than nothing haha).

Wash the salt off your face, take some celebratory pics and put on a jacket before your final 20 miles.

Your reward for all that climbing, is a buttery smooth, flowy descent into San Jose where you can grab public transit home (the Berryessa/North San Jose BART station, or CalTrain is just a few miles away).

This is not an easy ride. Both Single Shot and Double Shot are challenging. Ensure you bring a flat fixing kit. The knowledge of how to use it. And are self-sufficient. This is a minimally supported ride.

You can find supplies at:


• Top of Diablo

• Livermore

• The Junction (Hummingbird Fuels resupply)

• Top of Hamilton

• San Jose

Use appropriate judgement, know your limits and play within it.



That said, it is an incredibly fun, and supremely rewarding event.

Bring a friend and your own sense of adventure. We hope you'll join us for the greatest (new) Bay Area cycling traditions.

YOU MUST COMPLETE THIS WAIVER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS RIDE:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhjfYJ8Mtoh2FmhsQIFuxQ4l_kydz_HMoBY_VW3UdAF-R0Pw/viewform

Hummingbird Fuels Activity Disclaimer and Waiver:
By joining this Strava event, attending the ride, or participating in any capacity, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
Cycling is an inherently dangerous activity that carries the risk of injury or death. You voluntarily assume all risks associated with your participation. You are solely responsible for your own safety, fitness, equipment, and actions at all times. By participating, you waive any and all claims against Hummingbird Fuels Inc., its owners, organizers, and affiliates for any injury, damage, or loss that may occur before, during, or after the ride, regardless of cause. Participation indicates your acceptance of these terms.