2010 Toursfrom Tour Coordinator Don Scalise

This is the tentative club tour schedule for 2010. Come to the January club meeting for additional information.

May 2 - 5 Yosemite Tour Tour Leaders: Hazi Alwan 988-2591 and Steve Cimini 205-3958

June 19-- Day Tour“Left my car in Sacramento” (or Davis) Tour Leader: Scott Miller 768-3935

June 24 - 27Valley to Coast Mountain Bike Tour (Self Supported)Tour Leaders: Larry & Yvonne Robinson 483-3390 July 12 - 16 San Juan Island Tour Tour Leader: Bill Gude 722-2198

August 5 – 8Lake Almanor / Lassen Tour Tour Leaders: Bob and Sherri Keven 761-0979

September 8 - 11The Three Amigos Tour Tour Leaders: Steve Cimini 205-3958, Jim Karpowicz, 782-8523 and Casey Sakamoto 723-9265

September 18 - 19Delta Tour Tour Leader: Joe Lesh 723-9870

President’s Message2009 has gone by so quickly and here we are approaching 2010. Many of our members were Looking Fine in 2009; I hope that everyone was able to meet their goals. What will our goals be for 2010? There are already some nice events in the works.

Come to the January meeting and find out about the 2010 tours. The club offers quite a variety of tours to beautiful and wonderful destinations. Get the details of the tours; the dates, and the costs, so that you can plan your year. If you haven’t been on a tour perhaps that can be one of your 2010 goals; or maybe your goal will be to lead a new tour in 2010. Please see our 2010 Tour Director, Don Scalise, if you need more informa-tion on leading a tour.

February will be our annual Awards Banquet; make sure you get your reservation and meal choice in early to Dixie Clough our Banquet Chairperson. Mileage trophies are presented to all members with more than 500 miles for the year. Who will have the most club miles for 2010? What will your 2010 mileage goal be?

And speaking of mileage, in March we will begin our annual Spring Blitz. This year’s chairpersons are Paulette Houser and Jim Karpowicz. They are planning a kickoff event to motivate us all to get out and ride. Hopefully the weather will cooperate as we have some nice rides planned throughout the month so we can meet out Blitz mileage goals.

This year we have one new member joining the Board, Jim Karpowicz will be our new Membership Director. Welcome Jim! And we must say thanks to our friend, Karl Tracy, who has done such a great job as the Membership Director for the past two years. The Board will be busy planning our 2010 goals.

Many of the goals for Looking Fine in 2009 were done in nines…Complete nine climbs of Beatty Drive for example. Will your goals be in tens this year? Maybe a goal of leading ten rides in 2010? Too tough? What about leading your first ride? Or developing a new route for a favorite ride? No problem, our Ride Coordinator Susan Wallis can help you with those goals!

Many of us have visited rest stops at the event rides that we have attended. Have you ever worked at a rest stop? It is a lot of fun and you can really feel the appreciation of the riders that come through. Or maybe you have never worked registration? We need everyone’s help to support our annual Party Pardee; please make it one of your goals to help out this year. Thanks again to Dave Abbott who is our Party Pardee Chair.

Thanks again to everyone who has served on the Staff, volun-teered for the events, and made 2009 a success. Let’s set our goals, get together and have fun, and do it again in 2010.

Dan King

JANUARY • FEBRUARY • MARCH • 2010The SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS is the oldest continually active bicycle club in the Sacramento area - founded in 1968.

The club’s focus is on touring and recreational cycling. This ride schedule provides for year round weekend rides; holiday rides; summer evening rides; weekday rides; special rides such as the Party Pardee Century and multi-day rides... A variety of rides is scheduled to attempt to provide for all abilities and interests. Riders should review this schedule carefully and select those rides that fall within their capability... The schedule is available to interested cyclists at Sacramento area bike shops and is mailed to all members.

Monthly membership meetings provide club business updates, open discussion on club activities and policies, and feature speakers on subjects of interest to cyclists.

Non-members are invited to attend rides and meetings to get a feel for the club, without obligation. Riders under age 18 may participate on rides if they are ac-companied by a parent or other responsible adult.A sign-in roster is available at the start of each ride. All riders must sign the roster to be regarded as a participant.

If a rider has to leave a ride for any reason, the ride leader must be informed.

Helmets are required on all Bike Hiker club rides.

This Ride Schedule is available on our home page.

Come to our website and learn how you can join the Bike Hiker Mailing List, check your club mileage and get up to date information about rides and special events!

http://www.bikehikers.com

The most common start locations for club rides have been central-ized in the “Start List” below. These locations apply to a number of club rides and are referenced in the ride descriptions (e.g., Meet at Five Points Shopping Center, see Start List for directions). If a ride starts from one of the locations below, check the Start List for directions. The ride descriptions for rides that start at other locations will continue to include the specifi c start locations and directions.

Five Points Shopping Center - Located in Carmichael, on the southeast corner of Fair Oaks Blvd and Arden Way. Park along the Arden Way side of the parking lot.

Gold River Town Center - Located in Gold River, off of Gold Field Dr, about ½ mile south of the American River. From Sunrise Blvd, turn east on Gold Country Blvd, then right (south) on Gold Field Dr, then right into the parking lot.

Nimbus Fish Hatchery - Located on Nimbus Rd off of Gold Country Blvd, just west of Hazel Ave. From Hwy 50, take Hazel Ave exit, travel north .7 miles, turn left on Gold Country Blvd, then right into Fish Hatchery parking lot.

Vic’s Market - Located in the Folsom Village Shopping Center, Folsom, on the southwest corner of Oak Ave Parkway and American River Canyon Dr. From Folsom-Auburn Rd, go west about a mile on Oak Ave Parkway to the shopping center parking lot on the left.

Bel Air Shopping Center - Located in Rocklin on the NE corner of Stanford Ranch Rd and Sunset Blvd (2341 Sunset Blvd). From I-80 take Hwy 65 exit (toward Lincoln), then fi rst exit (#307) to Stanford Ranch Rd. Shopping Center is approx 1 mi ahead on left at corner.

Maidu Regional Park - Located in Roseville on Rocky Ridge Dr, south of Douglas Blvd and north of S. Cirby Way. From I-80, take Douglas Blvd exit east, then south on Rocky Ridge Dr. Park is on left.

RIDE STARTS

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J A N U A R Y

January Cont.

FRI 1 CYCLING RESOLUTION RIDE 11:00 AM ............... Grade: E/D25 or D/C+45How many resolutions did you make? Well you only need ONE and that’s to begin 2010 by cycling! This ride will help you set the stage for the entire year and get you thinking about Spring Blitz coming in March. The ride will have several options, so if you haven’t been riding much you can choose a relaxed route on the bike trail, or for a challenge the longer route. Meet at Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for directions).Leader: Paulette Houser 804-2556

SAT 2 DOWNTOWN RIDE 9:00 AM ...................................Grade: E/D25 Meet at the Guy West Bridge on the University Avenue side for a trip to downtown Sacramento. To get to Guy West Bridge, take Howe Ave and turn west on University Ave. Park on the street. We will take a leisurely ride to downtown Sacramento.Leader: Linda Jew 682-8287 or Jewls4me2001@yahoo.com

SUN 3 OVER THE HANGOVER? 9:00 AM ..................................... Grade: D30Meet at Vic’s Market (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll roll through Citrus Heights/Folsom/Roseville area and try to not freeze our crankshafts off. Leader: Bob Banning 721-4137

SUN 3 WARMER TOES RIDE 1:00 PM ...................................... Grade: D25Not quite over the hangover? Meet (or stick around after Bob’s ride) at Vic’s Market (see Ride Start List for directions) for another opportunity to spin through local neighborhoods. We can thaw out with a warm beverage at Vic’s after the ride. Leader: Dave McKie 852-8063

MON 4 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: D/C30+Our coffee ride begins this morning at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We will take a wintery rove in search of a warm beverage.Leaders: Ray and Phyllis Billings 334-2827

TUE 5 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM ....................................Grade: D20+Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. This month we will meet at the Big Lots parking lot, 8700 La Riviera Dr, just east of Watt Ave. The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. We usually go out to dinner afterwards.Leader: Steven Cimini 205-3958 or Cyclstev@aol.com

WED 6 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the restau-rant choice for today. The Leisure Ride option offers a relaxed group pace with a separate ride leader and a 20-30 mile route. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride. Both rides will use one sign-in sheet.Leaders: Marshall and Irene Stadt 944-0174Leisure Leader: Barbara Peck 722-7257

WED 6 BIKE HIKERS CLUB MEETING 7:00 PMTonight’s program will be a presentation of the club tours for 2010. Come and meet the tour leaders, hear their plans, and start work-ing on your calendar. If you have thought of participating on a tour, leading a tour, or just want to hear about the fun and reserve your spot on a tour, don’t miss this meeting! Meet at Community Clubhouse 1 in Carmichael Park. The clubhouse is located at 5750 Grant Ave near the corner of Fair Oaks Blvd and Grant Ave. Go west on Grant Ave and the Community Clubhouse will be on your left. There is a sign on the building, and tennis courts are next to the building. Parking is limited in front of the clubhouse, but there is ample parking in the back. A map can be found at http://ww.carmichaelpark.com/Parks/Maps/CPMap.082806.mht

THU 7 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM ..............................Grade: E/D20-30The Evening Riders series starts this month from the Big Lots parking lot, located at 8700 La Riviera Dr, just east of Watt Ave. The route is basically a bike trail ride and occasionally includes less-traveled local streets. However, this is not a beginner ride as group-riding skills are required and the pace is maintained at 12 to 14+mph. Regroup points will be planned and the route will be swept. The winter evenings are chilly; come prepared with appropriate clothing and gear. Lights are required front and rear. Leader: Mark Munguia 422-4672

FRI 8 FURLOUGH FRIDAY 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: E/D30+What have we been waiting for all week? Furlough Friday and cycling with our friends to a favorite place for a cup of Joe! Meet at Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for direc-tions). Leader: Paulette Houser 804-2556

CLUB MEETING

January Cont. January Cont.

SAT 9 ASCENTS #1 9:00 AM ........................... Grade: D/C20-30+If the thought of ascending a hill leaves you weak in the knees, come out for the first of a five-part series designed to improve your climbing technique. The focus is on building an early season base by maintaining a comfortable pace and heart rate through light to medium effort during the ride. The basic route includes a warm-up, loops with gentle to moderate grades, a regroup location, and a cool down. As the series progresses, loops can be added or repeated to increase the intensity and/or your en-durance. Bring fluids and food to keep you energized and wear weather-appropriate clothing. Meet at Vic’s Market (see Ride Start List for directions). Leader: Mark Munguia 422-4672

SUN 10 TORTISE AND HARE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). This short but lively ride alternates from a restful tortoise pace to rabbit sprints. The route winds through Fair Oaks and into Folsom for a rest stop before returning. Leader: Dennis Mustard 494-8496

SUN 10 WARMER TOES RIDE 1:00 PM ....................................Grade: D20+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a wintery spin.Leader: Joe Lesh 723-9870

MON 11 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM ....................................Grade: D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a ride to a favorite coffee shop to chase away the morning chill. Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280

TUE 12 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM .................................Grade: C25-35See Jan 5th Tuesday Evening Ride description for meeting place and details. Leader: Steven Cimini 205-3958 or Cyclstev@aol.com

WED 13 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: D/C30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. See Jan 6th ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Don Scalise 485-2611Leisure Leader: Richard Baber 924-7927

PLEASE BE PROMPT FOR RIDES!!The time listed for each ride in the schedule is the STARTING time of the ride. Arrive at the meeting place sufficiently ahead of the listed time to allow for whatever personal preparation is

necessary so that the ride can start on time.

WED 13 FOOTHILL BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: C30-40Meet at the Maidu Regional Park (see Ride Start List for direc-tions) in front of the Community Center by the bronze Maidu Indian family. We will ride to Newcastle for breakfast and then loop back to the start.Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194

THU 14 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM ..............................Grade: E/D20-30See Jan 7th Thursday Nite Riders description for meeting place and details.Leader: Mark Munguia 422-4672

FRI 15 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: D/C30+Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll get a pedaling workout in search of coffee. Leader: Dave Abbott 961-8826 or 217-0556 (cell)

SAT 16 SPRING TRAINING RIDE #1

9:00 AM ...............................Grade: D35/C60 Here’s your chance to get in shape for the early season centuries. This is the first of five rides that will get progressively longer with more climbing. The route is a simple out-and-back from Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) to the Maidu Market in Auburn. The short route goes to Beals Point with optional rest stop at Karen’s Bakery in Folsom. Ride at your own pace (hence the “no sweep” designation). Most riders tend to ride in small groups for safety. Leader: Dan King 548-2331 and John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

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January Cont.

January Cont.

SUN 17 RANCHO MURIETTA RIDE 9:00 AM………………………Grade: D57/C62 Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). The short route goes to Rancho Murietta via south canal bike trails. The long route goes to Folsom, then out to Rancho Murietta via Scott Rd. The return route is surface streets through Sheldon and Mather Field. The short and return routes will be swept.Leader: Scott Miller 768-3935 or sam_home@pacbell.net

SUN 17 WARMER TOES RIDE 1:00 PM .................................... Grade: E20+Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a spin around Arden and East Sacramento neighborhoods.Leader: Rick Leach 402-9889 or rick95821@yahoo.com

MON 18 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). Winter weather permitting, we should be able to find some hot drinks somewhere.Leader: Pete Altenburg 363-9564

TUE 19 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM .................................Grade: C25-35See Jan 5th Tuesday Evening Ride description for meeting place and details. Leader: Steven Cimini 205-3958 or Cyclstev@aol.com

WED 20 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at the Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. See Jan 7th ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Dave Abbott 961-8826 or 217-0556 (cell)Leisure Leader: Pam Abbott 217-4712

We can get caught in the rain, but we don’t purposely start out in it. Poor visibility and slick roads make riding dangerous. And nobody likes cleaning up a messy bike. If in doubt about a cancellation of a ride because of rain, call the ride leader

THU 21 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM ..............................Grade: E/D20-30See Jan 7th Thursday Nite Riders description for meeting place and details.Leader: Mark Munguia 422-4672

FRI 22 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Vic’s Market (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll head north for some fresh coffee north of the river.Leaders: Bill & Sylvia Gude 722-2198

SAT 23 ASCENTS #2 9:00 AM ........................... Grade: D/C20-30+Meet at Vic’s Market (see Ride Start List for directions) for the second of this five-part series designed to build your confidence and techniques on hills. Our goal today is to add at least one extra loop to the basic route (see Jan 17th description for more information) to increase the distance and your endurance. Bring fluids and food to keep you fueled, and wear weather-appropriate clothing. Rest stop at Vic’s after the ride.Leader: Susan Wallis 337-6670 or bikehikersue@yahoo.com

SUN 24 F IS FOR FLAT 9:00 AM ................................. Grade: F25-31With less than 500 feet elevation gain, here is a chance to stretch out after yesterday’s Ascents Ride and get in some easy base miles. We will ride through some of the developing parts of Ran-cho Cordova and the Bike Trail. Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) and get warmed up for Rick’s Warmer Toes ride this afternoon. Leader: Kathy Wright 363-9343 or kathywri@sbcglobal.net

SUN 24 WARMER TOES RIDE 1:00 PM ....................................Grade: D25+Stick around after Kathy’s ride for a spin to downtown Sac and back. If you’re already parked at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) you won’t even have to move your vehicle.Leader: Rick Leach 402-9889 or rick95821@yahoo.com

MON 25 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: D/C30+Meet at the Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for direc-tions). Enjoy a variety of routes and coffee shops.Leader: Tim Moore 847-6453

January Cont. January Cont.TUE 26 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM .................................Grade: C25-35See Jan 5th Tuesday Evening Ride description for meeting place and details. Leader: Steven Cimini 205-3958 or Cyclstev@aol.com

WED 27 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the restaurant choice for today. See Jan 6th ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option.Leader: Don Scalise 485-2611Leisure Leader: Barbara Peck 722-7257

WED 27 FOOTHILL BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM ................................Grade: C 30-40Meet at the Maidu Regional Park (see Ride Start List for direc-tions) in front of the Community Center by the bronze Maidu Indian family. We will ride to Newcastle for breakfast and then loop back to the start.Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194

THU 28 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM ..............................Grade: E/D20-30See Jan 7th Thursday Nite Riders description for meeting place and details.Leader: Mark Munguia 422-4672

FRI 29 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) and we will pedal to a local coffee shop. Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280

SAT 30 SPRING TRAINING RIDE #2 9:00 AM ...............................Grade: D35/C70

This is the second of five training rides to get us in shape for the spring. The route is similar to the first Spring Training Ride, with 10 miles added to the overall distance. Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). The short ride goes up to Beals Point with an optional rest stop at Karen’s Bakery in Folsom. Ride at your own pace (hence the “no sweep” designation). Most riders tend to ride in small groups for safety. Leader: Dan King 548-2331 and John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

SUN 31 LOOP FOLSOM FOR COFFEE 9:00 AM ...............................Grade: D+28/44Meet in Historic Folsom and park in the Light Rail lot off Leides-dorff St across from Karen’s Bakery. The short option goes to Gold River with return on the bike trail. The longer route goes out to Peet’s in Granite Bay and back. Both routes have about 1800 ft of (very doable) climbing. No sweep on the return of the shorter option. After the ride, we can gather at a local eatery for socializing, chow and good cheer. Leader: Lisa Sangston 849-4184

SUN 31 WARMER TOES RIDE 1:00 PM ..................................... Grade: D25Since the morning ride starts across from Karen’s Bakery in Folsom, I’ll start the Warmer Toes ride near the same place at 705 Gold Lake Dr. Come and enjoy the bike trail of Folsom, both old and new. The ride will include a map of Folsom’s bike trails. Leader: Jim Kirstein 983-0850

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MON 1 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) and we will rove around familiar streets and paths to a favorite coffee shop. Leader: Art Goolkasian 457-3345

TUE 2 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM ....................................Grade: C25+Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. This month we will meet at the Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for directions). The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and sur-face streets. Lights are required front and rear. We usually go out to dinner afterwards.Leader: Mike Rae 600-8926

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February Cont.

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WED 3 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the restaurant choice for today. The Leisure Ride option offers a relaxed group pace with a separate ride leader and a 20-30 mile route. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride. Both rides will use one sign-in sheet.Leader: Don Scalise 485-2611Leisure Leader: Richard Baber 924-7927

THU 4 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM ..............................Grade: E/D20-30The Nite Riders series starts this month from Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for directions). The route is basically a bike trail ride and occasionally includes less-traveled local streets. However, this is not a beginner ride as group-riding skills are required and the pace is maintained at 12 to 14+mph. Regroup points will be planned and the route will be swept. The winter evenings are chilly; come prepared with appropriate clothing and gear. Lights are required front and rear. Leader: Patti Baumert 960-5001

FRI 5 T.G.I.F. COFFEE & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a rejuvenating morning ride to a favorite coffee shop. See Feb 3rd ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Joe Lesh 723-9870 Leisure Leader: Richard Baber 924-7927

SAT 6 FLYING AROUND THE AIRPORT 9:00 AM .......................................Grade: F48Meet at Spanos Court, off Howe Ave between Fair Oaks Blvd and Northrup Ave, behind Panera’s Bread Company. Enjoy some flat miles before doing hills tomorrow. Leader: Karen Holland 425-635 (cell)

SUN 7 ASCENTS #3 9:00 AM ........................... Grade: D/C20-30+Meet at Vic’s Market (see Ride Start List for directions) for the third of this five-part series designed to build your confidence and techniques on hills. If you tackled the first two rides, you are ready to add a steeper pitch and more distance today. A gentler route option is also available. Bring fluids and food to keep you fueled; wear weather-appropriate clothing; rest stop at Vic’s after the ride.Leader: Susan Wallis 337-6670 or bikehikersue@yahoo.com

SUN 7 WARMER TOES RIDE 1:00 PM ....................................Grade: D20+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a spin on the bike trail and area streets. Leader: Elaine Hens 331-5441

MON 8 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: D/C30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a cyclo-botic ride to a favorite coffee shop. See Feb 3rd ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280Leisure Leader: Richard Baber 924-7927

TUE 9 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM .................................Grade: C25-35See Feb 2nd Tuesday Evening Ride description for meeting place and details. Leader: John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

WED 10 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. See Feb 3rd ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Dave Abbott 961-8826 or 217-0556 (cell)Leisure Leader: Pam Abbott 217-4712

WED 10 FOOTHILL BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM ................................Grade: C-30-40Meet at the Maidu Regional Park (see Ride Start List for directions) in front of the community center (by the bronze Maidu Indian family). We will ride to Newcastle for breakfast and then loop back to the start.Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194

IMPORTANT ITEMS TO BRING ON A RIDE!!!

REQUIRED: Spare tube or tubular tire, patch kit, pump, lights/reflectors on night rides, helmet.

RECOMMENDED: Basic tools, first aid kit, filled water bottle, snack, money, identification.

February Cont. February Cont.

WED 10 BIKE HIKERS ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET

Bike Hiker members and their guests are invited to the annual February Awards Banquet held at the Sacramento Arden West Hilton, 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento, off of Arden Way and I-80. Awards will be presented to the Bike Hikers who cy-cled at least 500 miles with the club, those who lead the most rides, those who rode the most “ANIMAL” miles, and several special awards as well. Family and friends are encouraged to attend this fun-filled evening, which includes good food, good friends, and kudos for all of our phenomenal club members. No-host cocktails at 6:00 PM, dinner at 7:00 PM, and awards at 8:00 PM. Reservations are required (Sorry, no money at the door). For more details, contact Dixie Clough 916-349-2867

THU 11 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM ..............................Grade: E/D20-30See Feb 4th Thursday Nite Riders description for meeting place and details.Leader: Gary Skaggs 640-3097

FRI 12 T.G.I.F. COFFEE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: D/C30+Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a ride to a favor-ite coffee shop. Leader: Tim Moore 847-6453

SAT 13 SPRING TRAINING RIDE #3 8:30 AM ...............................Grade: D35/C80

Please note the earlier start time and meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). This is the third of five training rides to get us in shape for those spring century rides. The route is similar to the first two Spring Training rides, but the longer route will have an additional 10 miles and more climbing. The short route goes to Beals Point with optional rest stop at Karen’s Bakery in Folsom. Ride at your own pace (hence the “no sweep” designation). Most riders tend to ride in small groups for safety. Leader: Dan King 548-2331 and John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

SUN 14 HEARTS GALORE RIDE 9:00 AM ...................................... Grade: C40It’s Valentine’s Day, so bring your heart out and get it pumping by climbing Sierra College Blvd over to Lincoln for a cup of java. The route is new and covers some familiar roads. Meet at Vic’s (see Ride Start List for directions).Leader: Paulette Houser 804-2556

SUN 14 WARMER TOES VALENTINE RIDE 1:00 PM ...................................Grade: E/D33Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a toe- and heart-warming spin to Perfect Blend in Roseville. Bring $ for sips and snacks; valentines optional.Leaders: Marsh and Irene Stadt 944-0174

MON 15 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for an early spring ride to a favorite coffee shop.Leader: Pete Altenburg 363-9564

TUE 16 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM .................................Grade: C25-35See Feb 2nd Tuesday Evening Ride description for meeting place and details. Leader: Mike Rae 600-8926

WED 17 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: D/C30+Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. See Feb 3rd ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Joe Lesh 723-9870Leisure Leader: Barbara Peck 722-7257

THU 18 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM ..............................Grade: E/D20-30See Feb 4th Thursday Nite Riders description for meeting place and details.Leader: Patti Baumert 960-5001

FRI 19 T.G.I.F. COFFEE & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Thank Goodness it’s Friday and time for a week’s end spin in search of coffee and goodies! Meet at the Five Points Shop-ping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). See Feb 3rd ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Dave Abbott 961-8826 or 217-0556 (cell)Leisure Leader: Richard Baber 924-7927

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SAT 20 ASCENTS #4 9:00 AM ......................... Grade: D+/C30-50+Meet at Vic’s Market parking lot (see Ride Start List for direc-tions) for the fourth of this five-part series on hill climbing. If you completed the first three rides, you are ready to graduate to a full C route with distance and (El Dorado) hills. A rest stop is available about mid-route, but bring food/fluids to keep you adequately fueled. A no-sweep gentler route is also available. Wear weather appropriate clothing. Leader: Susan Wallis 337-6670 or bikehikersue@yahoo.com

SAT 20 BIKE LEAGUE CYCLING 101 SUN 21 9:00 AM This is the official two-day Traffic Skills 101 training course from League of American Bicyclists presented by league certi-fied instructors. There is a cost of $15 to cover class-room materials. Class size is limited to 20 participants. Pre-registra-tion is required prior to February 8, 2010. Saturday’s ses-sion involves classroom work and parking lot drills. Sunday’s session includes road skills. Meet at Community Clubhouse 1 in Carmichael Park (same location as our monthly club meet-ings). The clubhouse is located at 5750 Grant Ave near the corner of Fair Oaks Blvd and Grant Ave. Go west on Grant Ave and the Community Clubhouse will be on your left.Leader: Scott Miller 768-3935 or sam_home@pacbell.net SUN 21 POST-VALENTINE’S DAY RIDE 9:00 AM ................................. Grade: F25-31Meet at the corner of Riverside Blvd and 11th Avenue (east end of Land Park) in Sacramento. Every day is like Valentine’s Day when you are on your bike! Bring your sweetheart or just get in some exercise as we ride the streets and environs of Sacramento and end up with a visit at Vic’s ice cream shop. Leader: Rick Leach 402-9889 or rick95821@yahoo.com

SUN 21 WARMER TOES RIDE 1:00 PM ....................................Grade: D22+Meet at the Big Lots parking lot, 8700 La Riviera Dr, just east of Watt Ave. We’ll ride up the bike trail and back. Optional din-ner at Round Table Pizza after the ride.Leader: Carol Ansier 799-8089

MON 22 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a holiday ride sure to include a favorite coffee shop.Leader: Tim Moore 847-6453

TUE 23 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM .................................Grade: C25-35See Feb 2nd Tuesday Nite Riders description for meeting place and details. Leader: Mike Rae 600-8926

WED 24 IT’S ALMOND BLOSSOM TIME AGAIN 9:00 AM .................................... Grade: F40+Every year they bloom on Washington’s birthday. Let’s go see what the bees are doing in the trees this year in Dixon! The route takes us past all kinds of historical places and we will have breakfast at one of them--Dawson’s in Dixon. Meet at the shopping center on the southeast corner of Harbor Blvd and West Capitol Ave. Take Hwy 50 toward West Sacramento; exit at Harbor Blvd; the shopping center is on the right; park near the Goodyear Tire store. See Feb 3rd ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option.Leader: Carol Misquez 483-2644Leisure Leaders: John and Judy Findley 967-7353

WED 24 FOOTHILL BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM ................................Grade: C-30/40Meet at the Maidu Regional Park (see Ride Start List for direc-tions) in front of the community center (by the bronze Maidu Indian family). We will ride to Newcastle for breakfast and then loop back to the start.Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194

THU 25 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM ..............................Grade: E/D20-30See Feb 4th Thursday Nite Riders description for meeting place and details.Leader: Gary Skaggs 640-3097

FRI 26 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Thank Goodness it’s Friday! Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for an early spring ride that includes a stop at a favorite coffee shop. Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280

February Cont.

February Cont.

MOVED RECENTLY? NEW PHONE NUMBER?If you recently moved, got a new phone number, or changed

your e-mail address, please give your new contact information to Jim Karpowicz, membership chair.

SAT 27 SPRING BLITZ KICK OFF 7:30 AM to 8:15 AMMeet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for pre-ride Spring Blitz festivities. You can sign up, submit your registration form and fee, and receive the mile-age log. Also, receive information on the celebration dinner scheduled for Wednesday, May 12, 2010, at Club Pheasant. Enjoy a pre-ride energy blitz with coffee and carbs to help you spring into the training ride with Dan and John. SAT 27 SPRING TRAINING RIDE #4 8:30 AM ...............................Grade: D35/C90

Please note the earlier start time and meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). This is the fourth of five training rides to get us in shape for the spring. The route is similar to the other Spring Training Rides, with 10 miles added to the overall distance and more climbing. The short ride goes up to Beals Point with an optional rest stop at Karen’s Bakery in Folsom. Ride at your own pace (hence the “no sweep” designation). Most riders tend to ride in small groups for safety. Leaders: Dan King 548-2331 and John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

SAT 27 PEDALING PATHS TO INDEPENDENCE (BenefitRide)This benefit ride supports the Community Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired and is the first time it is in our ride schedule. The event starts in Linden, with fully supported routes of 25 or 67 miles that traverse the quiet back roads of San Joaquin, Stanislaus and Calaveras counties, and includes a catered post ride meal. Visit the website for information about the ride, fees and registration at www.communitycenter-fortheblind.org/PedalingPaths3Panel.pdf. Pay the registration fee, complete one of the rides, sign-in and receive club mile-age credit. Show your club spirit and affiliation by wearing Bike Hiker apparel (jersey, jacket). Sign in with: Perry Spetz 530-320-9665 (pspetz@iclinks.com) and Joni Bauer 209-482-2429 (bionicbabe@comcast.net)

SUN 28 SPRING BLITZ KICK OFF 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for pre-ride Spring Blitz festivities. You can sign up, submit your registration form and fee, and receive the mile-age log. Also, receive information on the celebration dinner scheduled for Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at Club Pheasant. Enjoy a pre-ride energy blitz with coffee and carbs to help you spring into the club ride at 9AM with Dennis.

SUN 28 TORTOISE AND HARE REPRISE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at the Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). This short but lively ride alternates from a rest-ful tortoise pace to rabbit sprints. The route winds through Fair Oaks and into Folsom for a rest stop before returning.Leader: Dennis Mustard 494-8496

SUN 28 THE LAST WARMER TOES RIDE 1:00 PM ...................................... Grade: D25Meet at Vic’s Market (see Ride Start List for directions) for the last Warmer Toes of the season. We’ll pedal around local ‘hoods to celebrate the approaching spring. Bring $ for sips/snacks after the ride.Leader: Susan Wallis 337-6670 or bikehikersue@yahoo.com

February Cont. February Cont.

M A R C H

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MON 1 SPRING BLITZ BEGINS!This is the official start of Spring Blitz 2010, so SPRING out of bed and start pedaling to reach your mileage goal for the month. By the third day, you will be hooked and want to pedal, Pedal and PEDAL. Just go for the goal and have FUN!!!!

MON 1 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM ....................................Grade: D30+The coffee ride begins at Vic’s Market (see Ride Start List for directions). Today we’ll find some coffee and snacks on the north side of the river. Leader: Bill Gude 722-2198

TUE 2 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM ....................................Grade: C25+Come join us for our continuing series of brisk paced (18+mph) Tuesday night rides. This month we will meet at the Bel Air Shopping Center in Rocklin (see Ride Start List for directions). The route varies from week to week, using bike trail and surface streets. Lights are required front and rear. We usually go out to dinner afterwards.Leader: John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

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March Cont.

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CLUB MEETING

WED 3 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the res-taurant choice for today. The Leisure Ride option offers a re-laxed group pace with a separate ride leader and a 20-30 mile route. The Leisure Ride starts at the same time and location as the Breakfast Ride. Both rides will use one sign-in sheet.Leader: Joe Lesh 723-9870Leisure Leader: Elaine Hens 331-5441

WED 6 BIKE HIKERS CLUB MEETING 7:00 PMTonight’s speaker is Ms. Hong Zhang of the Snell Foundation. A couple of years ago she presented information about Snell and we are fortunate to have her here again tonight. Come learn about the Foundation, what it does and why. Meet at Community Clubhouse 1 in Carmichael Park. The clubhouse is located at 5750 Grant Ave near the corner of Fair Oaks Blvd and Grant Ave. Go west on Grant Ave and the Community Clubhouse will be on your left. There is a sign on the building and tennis courts are next to the building. Parking is limited in front of the clubhouse, but there is ample parking in the back. A map can be found at http://ww.carmichaelpark.com/Parks/Maps/CPMap.082806.mht

THU 4 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM Grade: E/D20-30The Nite Riders series starts this month from Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for directions). The route is basi-cally a bike trail ride and occasionally includes less-traveled lo-cal streets. However, this is not a beginner ride as group-riding skills are required and the pace is maintained at 12 to 14+mph. Regroup points will be planned and the route will be swept. The winter evenings are chilly; come prepared with appropriate clothing and gear. Lights are required front and rear. Leader: Paulette Houser 804-2556

FRI 5 FURLOUGH FRIDAY 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: E/D30+Another Furlough Day? Meet at Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for directions) and we’ll start the day out by cycling with friends to a relaxing place for a warm beverage and a freshly made pastry.Leader: Paulette Houser 804-2556

SAT 6 THE OTHER JELLY BELLY RIDE 9:00 AM .......................................Grade: F43Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). Let’s ride some base miles before the Ascents Ride on Sunday. We’ll take a break at Panera’s in North Nato-mas. Stick around for the Blitz ride this afternoon.Leader: Karen Holland 425-6385

SAT 6 BLITZ ON! 2:00 PM ....................................Grade: D25+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for an afternoon opportunity to add to your Spring Blitz goal. The route includes bike trail and/or familiar streets. Come out and Blitz on! Leader: Susan Wallis (cell) 337-6670 or bikehikersue@yahoo.com

SUN 7 ASCENTS #5 8:30 AM ....................... Grade: D25/C+30-70Note the earlier start time and meet at Vic’s Market parking lot (see Ride Start List for directions) for the final ride of this five-part series on hill climbing. If you completed the previous Ascents, your legs are ready for more intensity and up to 70 miles worth of hill loop options. A rest stop opportunity will be available, but bring food/fluids to keep you adequately fueled. A no-sweep gentler route is also available. Wear weather ap-propriate clothing. Leader: Susan Wallis 337-6670 or bikehikersue@yahoo.com

SUN 7 TOUR OF THE UNKNOWN VALLEY SOUTH (BenefitRide)Enjoy scenic views, splashing creeks, green hills and historic settlements as you ride the rural roads in this hidden gem of a valley west of I-5. This organized event is sponsored by the Chico Velo Cycling Club and starts from Willows, for the full century, and Maxwell, for the metric century. Both routes have a couple of climbs that will get your attention (C+/B), but the views are worth it! Although some of the roads in the first half of the ride are rough or composed of short stretches of gravel, they are fully navigable by road bikes with care…a good time to slow down and enjoy the journey. Visit the website for more information about the ride, fees, and registration: http://www.chicovelo.org. Pay the registration fee, complete one of the rides, sign in and receive club mileage credit. Show your club spirit and affiliation by wearing Bike Hiker apparel (jersey, jacket). This event is a great opportunity to log some serious Spring Blitz miles! Sign in with: Jerry Beckett 214-3203 and Peggy Blair-Beckett 984-0115

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March Cont. March Cont.MON 8 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM ....................................Grade: D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a morning spring ride to a local coffee shop. Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280

TUE 9 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM .................................Grade: C25-35See Mar 2nd Tuesday Evening Ride description for meeting place and details. Leader: John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

WED 10 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. See Feb 3rd ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Art Goolkasian 457-3345 Leisure Leader: Barbara Peck 722-7257

WED 10 FOOTHILL BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM ................................Grade: C-30/40Meet at the Maidu Regional Park (see Ride Start List for direc-tions) in front of the community center (by the bronze Maidu Indian family). We will ride to Newcastle for breakfast and then loop back to the start.Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194

THU 11 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM ..............................Grade: E/D20-30See Mar 4th Thursday Nite Riders description for meeting place and details. Leader: Paulette Houser 804-2556

FRI 12 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: E/D30+Meet at Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for direc-tions) for a Friday ride to a favorite coffee shop. Leader: Dave Abbott 961-8826 or 217-0556 (cell)

SAT 13 SPRING TRAINING RIDE #5 8:00 AM .............................Grade: D35/C100

Please note the earlier start time and meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). This is the last of the spring training rides and it provides an opportunity for a full century. The long route adds another 10 miles and continues well past Auburn before returning to Sacramento. Please ride with other riders for safety. If you want to start ear-lier than the official start time, please contact the ride leader to make arrangements. The short route goes to Beals Point with optional rest stop at Karen’s Bakery in Folsom. Ride at your own pace (hence the “no sweep” designation). Leaders: Dan King 548-2331 or bikehikerdan@yahoo.com and John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

SUN 14 ‘BURBS OR BUST! 8:30 AM .................................Grade: D26-38Note the start time and meet in the Safeway parking lot, 5450 Dewey Dr, at the corner of Madison & Dewey in Fair Oaks. This is a favorite club ride through the scenic ‘Burbs. The route is mostly rolling flats on a combination of city streets with well-marked bike lanes and American River bike trail. Bring $ for sips/snacks.Leaders: Debbie LeVon 725-2238 and Sarah Oakley 985-4534

SUN 14 BLITZ-ON! 2:00 PM ..................................... Grade: D25Meet at the Gold River Town Centre (see Ride Start List for directions) for an afternoon opportunity to add to your Spring Blitz miles. The route includes familiar streets and/or bike trail. Bring $ for sips/snacks after the ride.Leader: Paulette Houser 804-2556

MON 15 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM ....................................Grade: D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a morning spring ride to a local coffee shop. Leader: Pete Altenburg 363-9564

TUE 16 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM .................................Grade: C25-35See Mar 2nd Tuesday Evening Ride description for meeting place and details. Leader: John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

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WED 17 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. See Feb 3rd ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Dave Abbott 961-8826 or 217-0556 (cell)Leisure Leader: Pam Abbott 217-4712

THU 18 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM ..............................Grade: E/D20-30See Mar 4th Thursday Nite Riders description for meeting place and details. Leader: Paulette Houser 804-2556

FRI 19 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a spring ride that includes a coffee break. Leader: Mary Euretig 549-6992

SAT 20 NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION RIDE 9:00 AM ................................. Grade: E20/30This is a great opportunity to come out and learn all about the Sacramento Bike Hikers. Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). You can ride any distance on the bike trail up to 30 miles. Veterans are encour-aged to ride along with the newcomers to answer questions about the club and cycling. Leader: Mike Vignogna 624-9198 or viggil@starstream.net

SAT 20 GRIZZLEY PEAK & THE 3 BEARS 9:30 AM ................................... Grade: B60+Meet at the Safeway parking lot in Orinda for a bearable ride that will grizzle your goldilocks! Take I-80 west; exit at 680 (past the truck scales at Fairfield). Cross the Benicia bridge; go west on Hwy 24; exit at Camino Pablo/San Pablo Dam Rd (Orinda). Go north (right) on CP/SPD Rd; then right on Camino Sobrante Rd and into the Safeway parking lot. Drive time is approx 90 mins from Sacto; carpooling is encouraged. We’ll ride along the north end of the East Bay and warm up with some climbing. Limited services; be prepared with food, fuel, supplies, etc. Leader: Alan Votava 369-2281

SAT 20 BLITZ ON! 2:00 PM ....................................Grade: D25+Meet at Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for an afternoon opportunity to add to your Spring Blitz goal. The route includes bike trail and/or familiar streets. Come out and Blitz on! Leader: Paulette Houser 804-2556

SUN 21 ANOTHER LITTLE RIDE 8:30 AM ........................... Grade: C+30/B-40Meet near the Starbucks/Round Table Pizza in the shopping center at the SW corner of East Bidwell St and Broadstone Pkwy in Folsom. From Hwy50 take the E. Bidwell/Scott Rd exit, left on E. Bidwell, left on Broadstone and right into the parking lot. This is “just a little ride” around El Dorado Hills to put to practice the Ascents and Spring Training Series and get in some hill time before the spring event rides. The ride has some significant short hills interspersed with rollers and flats.Leader: Kathy Wright 363-9343 or kathywri@sbcglobal.net

MON 22 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM ....................................Grade: D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a roving morning ride to a local coffee shop. Leader: Teri Hottman 388-0280

TUE 23 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM .................................Grade: C25-35See Mar 2nd Tuesday Evening Ride description for meeting place and details. Leader: John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

WED 24 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM .................................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). We’ll ride 30 miles or so depending upon the choice of restaurant for today. See Feb 3rd ride description for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Tim Moore 847-6453Leisure Leader: Barbara Peck 722-7257

WED 24 FOOTHILL BREAKFAST RIDE 9:00 AM ................................Grade: C-30/40Meet at the Maidu Regional Park (see Ride Start List for directions) in front of the community center (by the bronze Maidu Indian family). We will ride to Newcastle for breakfast and then loop back to the start.Leaders: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523 and Doug Souvignier 332-8194

THU 25 THURSDAY NITE RIDERS 6:30 PM .......................Grade: E/D20-30See Mar 4th Thursday Nite Riders description for meet-ing place and details. Leader: Paulette Houser 804-2556

March Cont. March Cont.

FRI 26 T.G.I.F. COFFEE RIDE 9:00 AM ................................ Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions) for a ride to a favorite coffee shop. Leaders: Ray & Phyllis Billings 334-2827

SAT 28 PARTY PARDEE PRE-RIDE FOR VOLUNTEERS This is a ride for the volunteer workers at next week’s Party Pardee Metric Century. Contact your committee chairperson for details. Services are a bit scarce along the routes, so please be prepared and self-sufficient with fluids, food and supplies.Leader: Dave Abbott 961-8826 or 217-0556 (cell)

SUN 28 WINTERS WONDERLAND 8:30 AM .............................................B/C+72Meet at the Park-N-Ride lot in Winters, on the corner of Rail-road Ave and Main. Take Hwy 128 (Covell Blvd) from Davis; in Winters, turn left at Railroad Ave. The scenic route cruises up Hwys 128 and 121, visiting such sites as Monticello Dam, Cardiac Hill, Moskowite Corner (rest rooms and services available), Wooden Valley, Gordon Valley and Mankas Cor-ner. We have a planned rest stop in Fairfield before we return through Pleasant Valley, Cantelow and the English Hills area to Winters. Elevation gain is about 4300’ unless you add the optional out-and-back on Mix Canyon. Bring plenty of fluids and food. Leaders: Paulette Houser 804-2556 and Steven Cimini 205-3958 or Cyclstev@aol.com

MON 29 ROVING MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 9:00 AM ....................................Grade: D30+Meet at Vic’s Market (see Ride Start List for directions) for a pedalicious ride to a local coffee shop. Leader: Bob Keven 761-0979

MON 29 BLITZ ON TONIGHT! 6:00 PM Grade: ................................E/D20+Meet at Gold River Town Center (see Ride Start List for direc-tions) for an evening opportunity to add to your Spring Blitz goal. The route is mostly bike trail. Lights are required front and rear. Come out and Blitz on! Leader: Susan Wallis (cell) 337-6670 or bikehikersue@yahoo.com

TUE 30 TUESDAY EVENING RIDE AND DINNER 6:30 PM .................................Grade: C25-35See Mar 2nd Tuesday Evening Ride description for meeting place and details. Leader: John Kramer 761-0820 or jkramer@starstream.net

WED 31 WEDNESDAY MORNING BREAKFAST & LEISURE RIDE 9:00 AM ..........................Grade: E/D30+Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). Get in those final Spring Blitz miles as we cycle to a local restaurant. See Mar 3rd ride de-scription for details on the Leisure Ride option. Leader: Don Scalise 485-2611Leisure Leader: Al Gallardo

WED 31 THE FINAL BLITZ ON! 6:00 PM ............................... Grade: D25Do you need a few extra miles to reach your Spring Blitz goal? Meet at the Gold River Town Centre (see Ride Start List for directions) for our final Spring Blitz club ride. Lights are required front and rear. Save a stamp and submit your mileage log sheet at the end of the ride. We’ll gather after the ride at one of the local eater-ies to bask in the glory of achieving our goals (or just to eat and socialize!).Leaders: Paulette Houser 804-2556 and Jim Karpowicz 782-8523

WED 31 THE END OF SPRING BLITZHopefully, everyone reached their cycling goal for the month. Tally up those rider log sheets and forward them to:

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CLUB NEWS 2010

Andy at Boiling Springs Lake in Lassen Volcano Nat’l Park.Isn’t he on the ‘wrong’ side of the sign?

SPRING INTO ACTION WITH SPRING BLITZ 2010! Get ready for an exciting month of riding your BIKE! Come out Saturday, February 27th and Sunday, February 28th for the kick-off festivities prior to the morning rides. This is a good opportunity to register and save on postage. The celebration dinner will be held on Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at Club Pheasant in West Sacramento.SB Coordinator: Paulette Houser at 804-2556 or phouser16@comcast.net or Co-Chairperson: Jim Karpowicz 782-8523

Yosemite Tour 2010Alwan/Cimini productions presents the 6th Annual Yosemite Tour. Presented in full living color: the grandeur of Yosemite with full surround sound of all nature has to offer. We are going at the perfect time of year as the park is not crowded, the falls are flowing at their maximum and the plant life is alive with color. Don’t miss out on the best Yosemite Tour this club has to offer. Five glorious fun filled days including not one but two train rides through the valley. Bikes shuttled from Sacramento to Merced (and back again). Continental breakfast each morn-ing (while supplies last). Tour costs include hotel accommodations (at a reduced group rate) and full SAG service on: Day 1: Merced to Mariposa; Day 2: Mariposa to Cedar Lodge; Day 5: Cedar Lodge to Merced.

Plus, as last year, we have an optional ride called “Lunch in Oakhurst” on the third day, Tuesday the 4th that will whip you into shape for any long dis-tance rides you have in your upcoming adventures (103 miles, 12000’ of climb with limited SAG sup-port). Of course, you can do anything you want on the third and fourth days which may or may not include your bicycle. Complete bus service is avail-able into Yosemite Valley from the Lodge.

Cost is not $1,200.00 or even $700.00, but a mea-sly $295.00 which includes four nights lodging, double occupancy. (Most meals, train ticket, etc are not included in this fee).

So mark your calendars…Deposit…$50.00 due no later than Feb 1, 2010Full tour fee…$295.00 due no later than Mar 1, 2010Tour dates May 2 – 6See tour schedule for contact information

Wanted: Club HistorianThe club has an opening for the historian position. Want to do more for the club? Want to express your creative side? If so, this job is for you.

Being the club historian is a fun and rewarding job. The job includes collecting and creating memories of the club from club tours, rides, and special events. If interested, please contact one of the club officers.

Volenteers Needed!Wanted! Volunteers are needed! Party Pardee is the largest event put on by the Bike Hikers and it needs a lot of resources to be a success. If you don’t have anything planned on April 3, 2010, consider volun-teering for the event. You can help out for 4 hours and be done or you can help out for the entire day. All helping hands are welcome.

Contact Kathy Wright, Volunteer Coordinator at 916-363-9343 or kathywri@sbcglobal.net if you are interested in helping out.

Club Meeting Location

Club meetings are held at Community Clubhouse 1 in Carmichael Park. The clubhouse is located at 5750 Grant Avenue near the corner of Fair Oaks Blvd and Grant Avenue. Go west on Grant Avenue and the Community Clubhouse will be on your left. There is a sign on the building, and tennis courts are next to the building. Parking is limited in front of the clubhouse, but there is ample parking in the back. A map can be found at: http://www.carmichaelpark.com/Parks/Maps/CPMap.082806.mht

2010 Benefit Rides1st Quarter Feb 27…. Pedaling Paths To Independence, Community Center for the Blind, Linden (first time in Ride Schedule)Mar 7….. Tour of the Unknown Valley South, Chico Velo

2nd Quarter Apr 3…. Party Pardee (volunteers needed)Apr 10…. Bike Around the Buttes, Diabetes Assoc., Sutter (date pending)Apr 25…. Chico Wildflower, Chico Velo, ChicoMay 1….. Wine Country Century, Santa Rosa Cycling Club, Santa RosaMay 2….. Delta Century, Stockton Bike ClubMay 15… Tour d’ Lincoln, Lincoln Volunteer Center, Lincoln May 15… Sunrise Century, Rotary Club, Lodi May 15… Davis Double, Davis Bike Club, Davis (date pending)Jun 5… Sierra Century, Sacramento Wheelmen Jun 12… Rex Ride, Sacramento, benefits American River Bike Trail (date pending)

3rd Quarter:Aug 14 Tour of Napa Valley, Eagle Cycling Club, Yountville (date pending)

4th Quarter:Oct 2…. Knocti Challenge, Lakeport Rotary Club, Clear Lake (date pending)Oct 10…. Riverbank Cheese & Wine Century, Stanislaus Co. Bike Club, Riverbank Oct 17…. Foxy’s Fall Century, Davis Bike Club, Davis (date pending)Nov 6…. Giro d’ Vino, Delta Velo, Lodi (date pending)

SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS PRESENTS SPRING INTO ACTION

WITH SPRING BLITZ 2010

Spring Blitz 2010 is a SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS cycling event held throughout the month of March 2010. The objective is to encourage members to set a goal to cycle as many miles as possible during the month – rain or shine. Come out prior to the morning rides on Saturday, February 27th and Sunday, February 28th for the kick-off of Spring Blitz 2010. This is a good opportunity to register and save on postage.

Here is how the event works: Set a mileage goal, an amount that challenges you. Submit your completed registration form, registration fee, and a self-addressed stamped

envelope (postmarked by Saturday, February 27, 2010). Receive an official rider log and instructions for recording your miles. Ride Your Bike! Anywhere, anytime, rain or shine. All miles ridden on your bike count, so

pedal, Pedal, PEDAL! This does not include spin classes or bike trainers. Record your miles on the rider log or www.bikejournal.com (honor system). Submit your rider log by April 7, 2010 to Sacramento Bike Hikers, Spring Blitz 2010, P.O. Box

276262, Sacramento, CA 95827.

Spring Blitz 2010 is open to all SBH club members who submit registration forms postmarked by Saturday, February 27, 2010. Each participant must submit a separate registration form. Photocopies of the registration form below may also be submitted.

Recognition: Look forward to a FUN time celebrating your accomplishment at an evening dinner party (a new venue) to be held in late April or early May 2010 (details forthcoming). All participants who meet or exceed their individual mileage goals will receive a certificate of their achievement and a Spring Blitz 2010 prize bag with goodies. For more information, contact SB Coordinator: Paulette Houser at (916) 804-2556 (email: phouser16@comcast.net) or Co-Chairperson: Jim Karpowicz (916) 782-8523

Spring Blitz 2010 REGISTRATION FORM

NAME_____________________________________________________ (Please print clearly)

ADDRESS__________________________________________________

PHONE________________EMAIL_______________________________

BikeJournalScreenName(ifapplicable)_______________________

Mileage Goal: ________Enter in increments of 50 (250, 300, 350, 400, 450 and up!!)

Enclose:1)RegistrationForm2)$25.00registrationfee(non-refundable)payabletoSacramentoBikeHikers 3)Self-addressed,stampedenvelopeMail to: Sacramento Bike Hikers/Spring Blitz 2010 P. O. Box 276262 Sacramento, CA 95827

Member Signature Date Parent Signature (for minors) Date

Sacramento Bike Hikers2010 Annual Awards Banquet

Wednesday, February 10, 2010Hilton Hotel, 2200 Harvard Street, Sacramento

No-Host Beverages – 6:00 PM Dinner – 7:00 PM

COCKTAIL ATTIRE SUGGESTED

Come celebrate another great year of riding, eating, serving our cycling community, sponsoring a classic ride, and networking with a great group of fellow Bike Hikers.In addition, there will be prizes, ride leader awards, annual mileage recognition, and

MORE!

Advance, prepaid reservations only. Reservations close February 1, 2010

ENTRÉE CHOICES1. Grilled Fillet of Atlantic Halibut with Meyer Lemon Beurre Blanc, Rosemary Garlic Au Gratin

Potatoes, Chef’s Fresh Vegetable2. Grilled Center Cut New York Strip Steak with Garlic Butter and Crispy Onions, Rosemary Garlic

Au Gratin Potatoes, Chef’s Fresh Vegetable3. Two Pasta Purses filled with Ricotta Cheese and Spinach with Marinara and Pesto Cream, Chef’s

Fresh Vegetable

All served with Mediterranean Salad and – for dessert – the ever-popular Turtle Mud Pie!

SELECT YOUR ENTRÉE FROM THE LIST ABOVE, THEN CLIP THIS PORTION AND RETURN WITH YOUR RESERVATION AND AMOUNT DUE.

Member Name __________________________________ Entrée # ______ $15Member Name __________________________________ Entrée # ______ $15Member Name __________________________________ Entrée # ______ $15Nonmember/Guest Name _________________________ Entrée # ______ $25Nonmember/Guest Name _________________________ Entrée # ______ $25

Total Amount Enclosed $ ______

Make check payable to: Sacramento Bike Hikers and send by February 1, 2010 to:

Dixie Clough, Banquet ChairPO Box 41924Sacramento, CA 95841Dixie1@surewest.net

Member Phone ____________________ E-Mail ______________________Special Note (if any) _____________________________________________

1st Quarter Ridesby the Ride Committee

The 1st Quarter schedule includes a wide variety of rides suitable to all levels of cycling. If you have any questions about the rides (e.g., route difficulty, distance options, directions to start locations), please feel free to contact the ride leader listed with the description. Our most common ride start locations are on the first page of the ride schedule. Also, the schedule includes due dates for tour fees, banquet reservations, and other club activities. We hope you enjoy the 1st Quarter rides and activities. As always, we welcome your feedback and encourage folks to lead at least one ride a quarter to ensure full ride schedules.

Both the Spring Training and Ascents series return in 1st Quarter and provide options to help develop early base fitness and endurance. The Warmer Toes rides on Sunday afternoons continue through Febru-ary and are great for new cyclists as the routes are typically 20-25 miles in distance and have a more social, relaxed atmosphere. In addition to the usual Wednesday morning Leisure Rides, a few extra leisure options are included on weekday rides. The Tuesday and Thursday evening ride series continue and both start at Big Lots on La Riviera Drive in Janu-ary to avoid the crowded 5 Points parking location. For a change of scenery, the February and March Thursday Nite Riders move to the Gold River start location. The 8th annual Spring Blitz returns in March with special kickoff festivities and a few extra club rides to help reach those cycling goals.

New this quarter is a special training opportunity of-fered by our own Scott Miller, a League of American Bicyclist (LAB) certified instructor. On Saturday and Sunday, February 20 and 21, Scott will present the official LAB two-day course on traffic skills, which includes classroom instruction and practical cycling drills. This course is highly recommended for new cyclists, those who are not comfortable riding in traf-fic, or anyone who would like to improve their bike riding skills. A $15 registration fee (due by Feb 8) is required to cover the cost of materials. Sign up early as the course is limited to 20 participants. More details are provided in the schedule.

Two benefit rides are included in 1st Quarter. Benefit rides are organized fund raising cycling events simi-lar to our own Party Pardee. Each year, a number of benefit rides are included in the schedule to encour-age members to support our local cycling clubs (e.g., Davis Bike Club, Sacramento Wheelmen, Chico Velo) and to provide opportunities for members to partici-pate in organized events. Members may receive club miles for participating in a benefit ride listed in the schedule if they register and pay the entry fee, sign-in on the club roster, and complete one of the official routes. Members are heartily encouraged to wear Bike Hiker apparel to show club affiliation, otherwise, why claim SBH club miles? Because of the increasing popularity of benefit rides, many now sell out before the event date. To facilitate your goal planning and to give as much advance notice as possible, the fol-lowing benefit rides have been approved for inclusion in our 2010 ride schedules. If you plan to participate, register early to ensure your ride reservation. Pend-ing event dates will be verified as soon as possible.

The Ride Committee (Andy, Bob, Don, Gary, Linda and Susan)

New MembersFrom Membership Chair Karl Tracy

Chuck UrbanBob & Susie EvansChuck SinclairTom ElkinCharles Benassi Gene MasudaJohn & Martha FalkAlexander FalkSarah & Mel Ryan-RobertsJudy MorrisMichelle RonshausenChris RonshausenKai RonshausenRussell ReaganJohn BalesMaureen CroninTom SnyderCarolyn McGillEd Sclare Gordy VredenburgKathy MrowkaGary AllenCary Ann BusternaFred BusternaCasey BusternaConner BusternaRoger & Lisa BraxtonTravis BraxtonJohn (Nick) Hourigan Bruce & Diane JohnsonJose AnguloCory Hottman

As a member of the Sacramento Bike Hikers, you receive mileage credit for signing in and complet-ing club rides. Our Mileage Coordinator, Mr. Jerry Beckett, updates member mileage credit from the sign-in sheets of every club ride. Two categories of mileage credit can be earned: miles ridden on club rides and miles ridden to/from club rides (known as “animal miles”). At the end of the year, awards are given to members who ride at least 500 club miles. Accumulating mileage credit is often an incentive for members to set cycling goals and to ride throughout the year, in the hot summer and cold, foggy winter. The specific rules for accumulating mileage credit are posted on the SBH website (www.bikehikers.com) and are briefly summarized below.

Club Ride Mileage Credit- Earned only for club rides, tours, and event rides listed in the quarterly SBH Ride Schedule.- Mileage credit is received for completing the route designated by the club ride leader, tour leader or sign-in leader for official event rides.

Animal Mile Credit- Earned for actual miles ridden to and from the start location of club rides (includes club tours).- Completion of the club ride/tour is required to receive credit for animal miles.

Members are to be as honest and fair as possible when claiming mileage credit for club rides and ani-mal miles. Also, members should write as legibly as possible on the sign-in sheet so the mileage claimed can be credited.

If you would like to increase your fitness by spending more quality time on the bike, consider setting a mile-age goal for 2010 and come out and ride!

You can check your mileage on the web!

http://www.bikehikers.com

How to Earn Club Mileage Credit

New Membership Renewal

Name

Address

City

State ZIP E-mail

Phone Birthdate

Would you be willing to volunteer to help lead rides? Could you help on club events? Are you a beginning rider?

Family Membership (2adults&childrenunder18livinginthesamehoushold)

Nameoffamilymember(s)whowillberiding:Birthdate:

Make checks payable to: SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS(Clubapparelnotincludedinmembershipfees)

Check Type Of Membership Individual .................................................. $15

Family ......................................................... $20

SACRAMENTO BIKE HIKERS MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Mail application and check to: Sacramento Bike Hikers PO Box 160393 Sacramento, CA 95816-0393

ReleaseandWaiverofLiability,AssumptionofRisk,andIndemnity&ParentalConsentAgreement(“Agreement”)

In consideration of participating in Sacramento Bike Hikers (“Club”) sponsored Bicycling Activities (“Activity”), I for myself, my personal representatives, assignees, heirs, and next of kin: 1)Acknowledge, agree and represent that I understand the nature of Bicycling Activities and that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such Activity. I further acknowledge that the Activity will be conducted over public roads and facilities open to the public during the Activity and upon which the hazards of traveling are to be expected. I further agree and warrant that if at any time I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation in the Activity. 2)Furtherunderstandthat:(a)bicyclingactivitiesinvolverisksanddangersofseriousbodilyinjury,includingpermanentdisability,paralysisanddeath(“Risks”); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions, or inac-tions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Activity, the condition in which the Activity takes place, or the negligence ofthe“releasees”namedbelow; (c) there may be other risks and social and economic losses either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I fully accept and assume all such risks and responsibility for losses, costs, and damages I incur as a result of my participation in the Activity. 3)Herebyrelease,discharge,andcovenantnottosue the Club, the League of American Bicyclists, their respective administrators, directors, agents, officers, volunteers, and employees, other participants, any sponsors, advertisers, and, if ap-plicable, owners and lessors of premises on which the Activity takes place, (each considered one of the “Releasees” herein) from all liability, claims, demands, losses, or damages on my account caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by thenegligenceofthe“RELEASEES”orotherwise,includingnegligentrescueoperation;andIfurtheragreethatif,de-spite this release and waiver of liability, indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the RELEASEES from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss, liability, damage, or cost which any may incur as a result of such claim.

I have read the agreement, fully understand its terms, understand that I have given up substantial rights by signing it, and have signed it freely and without any inducement or assurance of any nature and intend it to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extend allowed by law and agree that if any portion of this agreement is held to be invalid, the balance, not withstanding, shall continue in full force and effect.

Please read the waiver and sign below

Signature of applicant ________________________________________________ Date ________________________

Signature of other applicant ____________________________________________ Date ________________________

Signature of Parent/Guardian (if member is under 18) _____________________________________________________

“NO SWEEP” RIDES“No Sweep” rides designated by this symbol tell potential riders that they need to be self-sufficient.

No one will be following behind to look out for them should they need assistance. It tells them that they shouldn’t consider this ride unless they would probably do it on their own or with a friend. Basically it’s a ride for experienced riders.However, ride leaders are encouraged to arrange regroup points on the route to allow riders to stay together. Riders on “No Sweep” riders are encouraged to ride together and check with stopped riders to see if they need assistance. Ride leaders will still check to make sure everyone returns safely.

2010 OFFICERS & STAFFPRESIDENT ................Dan King ...............916 783-7002VICE PRESIDENT .......Charlie Archuleta ...916 731-8749SECRETARY ...............Mark Munguia .......916 392-2969MEMBERSHIP ............Jim Karpowicz .......916 782-8523TREASURER ..............Linda Jew ..............916 682-8287

STAFFRide Coordinator .........Susan Wallis ..........916 337-6670Publishing ....................Laurel Beck ...........916 791-1363Website ........................Bill Gude ................916 722-2198Mailing List Moderator .Andy Chandler ......916 988-1499Schedule Distribution...Steve Loebach ......916 488-5353Mileage Recorder ........Jerry Beckett .........916 214-3203Tour Director ................Don Scalise ...........916 485-2611Locker Coordinator ......Bob Albert ..............916 725-4063Historian ......................VacantParty Pardee Chair ......David Abbott ..........916 961-8826

Want To Buy SBH Clothing?Club apparel is now available at two locations – Patriot Bicycles in Fair Oaks and Bicycle Chef in midtown Sac-ramento. Check their ads in the ride schedule for location details. Club apparel is not included in membership fees and mail order is not available. The following items are available at the bike shops.

Short Sleeve Jersey .......... $59Sleeveless Jersey .............. $59Vest .................................... $50Jacket ................................. $65

Sizes available: Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, and plus sizes (XXL and XXXL). Men and women sizes avail-able. Jersey fit for both sexes is club cut.

RIDE GRADING CODE

THREE FACTORS make up the ease or difficulty of a ride – not counting such chance factors as traffic, road conditions, and weather. These factors are important considerations for riders when selecting rides in which to participate. No rider will knowingly be left behind alone. However, riders should NOT sign up for rides beyond their ability. “Biting off more than you can chew” can result in discouragement or sore muscles, and invites accidents.

• Terrain Elevation - Represented by an alpha letter A - Steep - Mostly steep grades: strong riders only B - Steep/Moderate - Some relief from steep grades C - Moderate - Hilly; a challenge for the average rider D - Moderate/Easy - Some gentle grades, but no problems E - Flat -If any route is really flat

• Distance - Represented by the actual number of miles• Pace - Will range in ‘miles per hour’ between about 10

mph on easy short distance rides, to 20+ mph on hard long distance rides. Generally, the pace increases as the difficulty (steepness and distance) of the ride increases. Riders tend to increase their pace as they gain experi-ence, fitness, and are challenged by difficulty. Beginners and novices are strongly advised to select easy and short distance rides to start with, and progress up the grading scale with experience and capability.

If you are visiting the American River Parkway, keep these numbers on hand:

Sacramento County Parks...................... (916)875-6672State Park Ranger (Hazel to Beal’s Point) (916)988-4346State Park Emergency............................ (916)358-1301State Park Non-Emergency .................... (916)958-1300State Park Information ............................ (916)988-0205Emergency .............................................911

Message from the EditorAre you ready for another fantastic year of club rides, tours and special events? I know I am. This is the first schedule created with our new InDesign soft-ware. I hope it arrived in your mailbox before January 1, 2010. The

Ride Committee has tightened up some deadlines, and I have nearly completed the InDesign class at Sierra College; all in an effort to get the schedule to club members before the quarter begins. Happy New Year!! Let’s go for a ride! Laurel Beck

The Sacramento Bike Hikers, P.O. Box 276262 / Sacramento, CA 95827.

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Name(s):________________________________________

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Telephone:_____________Club: (Sacramento Bike Hikers)

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The Sacramento Bike Hikers is affiliated with the League of American Bicyclists.

We urge you to join the League to help keep cycling strong across the country.Benefits of the League: Since 1880, the League of American Bicyclists has stood for the rights of all bicyclists. Today the League is composed of more than 22,000 men and women who share an interest in cycling and a sense of responsibility for promot-ing and protecting bicycling.These goals are accomplished by: * Advocacy for the full rights of bicyclists * Promotion of bicycling for recreation, transportation, and fitness. * Education for safe and effective bicycling As a member, you receive eight issues a year of Bicycle USA, a maga-zine focusing on advantages and responsibilities of cycling, and also the Almanac and TourFinder, information resources for cyclists. Each issue of BICYCLE USA is full of useful information about bicy-cling. Regular columns on technical issues, cycling law, bicycle club management, medicine, and new products keep you up-to- date on the world of cycling. Plus, our calendar of rides is one of the most comprehensive lists of bicycling events in the country. The Bicycling USA calendar lists all major rides sponsored by affili-ated clubs (including the Bike Hikers ). There is also free touring information from a network of volunteers, free lodging available in “Hospitality Homes”, and the opportunity to attend regional and national bicycle rallies for reduced rates. We want to help you get the most enjoyment from your bicycling. Our 500 affiliated clubs can tell you about the best routes for day rides, how to get involved with bicycling locally, and where the next club ride will be held. At our regional and national rallies you can ride and socialize with other dedicated cyclists from across the country. Also, during National Century Month you can be one of the 65,000 bicyclists enjoying a League-sanctioned Century. Our Hospitality Homes program provides you with a directory of private accommodations across the country open to League members. Cyclists riding in our PEDAL for POWER tours raise funds for charity and for bicycling, while experiencing the adventure of a lifetime.