is there a recommended century bike ride in May/June in the San Francisco Bay Area?
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Do the Wildflower Century in Chico. It's one of the best centuries in the U.S. (as rated by Bicycling Magazine). It takes place this year on April 30th.\n\nGreat riding, well stocked rest stops. Tons of fellow cyclists, and most likely some really great weather.\n\nMore info can be found at www.chicovelo.org
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In addition to what the above poster mentioned, join the local bike club. They'll have "pick-up" rides one or more days a week. If you can hang with the A/B group, you're ready to try your hand at racing. And they will let you kow about upcoming races.\n\nYou can also find out about upcoming races at your local bike shop. They usually have fliers or small newspaper/magazines that tell all the upcoming races, century/charity rides, etc.\n\n Don't expect to get sponsored in your beginnning races. If you can hammer the Cat 4 and the Cat 3 guys, you'll A) Know more about how the racing scene works, and B) Sponsorship info will unfold and you'll then see how it works.
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I have never been on either excursion but have rode on a number of scenic railroads.  Those are some pretty neat excursion packages the GSMR is offering.  After reading through both, they honestly seem to offer about the same thing except for a few dollars separating the two.  If it were me I would try the Raft N' Rail option simply because professional rafters are there to help, and hot showers and changing rooms are available incase I might need them.  In any event, whichever you choose have a great time, sounds like fun!
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there are soem in the santa monica mountains and some in the san gabriels.....also can go to big bear a few really nice trails there
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I assume that you are looking for rental stables?  That you aren't thinking about trailering your own horse in to ride?\n\nGriffith Park has some rentals, and the trails are okay, but it's still a fairly urbanized environment.\n\nOut around Chino, Pomona and Montclair, there are some rental stables.  Nice area, but it might be a bit warm this weekend-- depends on the Santa Anas.
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ride a lot. a century isn't that hard but heres a suggestive tarning schedule.\nmon. 75 miles on flat ground\ntues. 50 miles covering at least 200 ft. of climbing\nwed. 10 min intervoles going as hard as you can for 2 hours.\nthurs. easy day 25 miles on flat ground\nfri. 85 miles \nsat. 90 miles\nsun. 90 miles
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i've been an athlete my entire life and took up mtn biking in a serious way about 3-4 years ago. i absolutely love the sport--it requires strength and balance, and in my area we get to see some absolutely fantastic scenery and wildlife (sf bay area). the sport has kept me in very good shape. lastly, there is a very strong sense of community among mtn bikers which i also really enjoy. we do group rides all the time, all over the place. and if you are into gear, well that's another story!
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try www.tripadvisor.com
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Try the berkeley marina.\n\nWhat kind of sailing?
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most higher dollar bikes changecolor patterens every year\n check with your trek or cannondale dealer.
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Regarding price, consider that if you keep a bike for 5 years and ride only during the "100 days of summer" each year, that a $500 bike will only cost you $1.00 per riding day, or about 27 cents per calendar day....\n\nForget a mountain bike. You'll want either a hybrid or a comfort bike depending on how you ride:\n\nRiding on paved trails or on the road asks for a hybrid. They have narrower tires and are quite comfortable for hour long or day long rides. I would recommend either Raleigh, KHS or Diamondback for the best value. Trek is OK too but aren't as well equipped for the same money. Expect to pay $300 to $500.\n\nIf you want to go "off the beaten path" every now and then- perhaps a rain rutted trail or a mildly rocky path- choose a comfort bike. If a hybrid is a road bike, then a comfort bike is a mountain bike. Diamondback invented comfort bikes, but Raleigh, KHS, and Specialized also have some nice models. Consider these in the $250 to $500 range.\n\nIn full disclosure, Diamondback and Raleigh are both Raleigh USA products.\n\nIn any case, forget full suspension as most "production" bikes in this price range are meant for riders in the 120 to 170 pound range. Also, for the type of riding you plan to do it robs energy...every time you pedal the suspension flexes, so instead of your power going to the rear wheels it gets damped out by the suspension.\n\nWhen shopping, be sure that there is a mechanic available that can "tune" your bike for your weight. This will include stiffening up the wheels and things like that. I have tuned bikes for people as large as 275 pounds with great results. \n\nGood luck!
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you could try Chino Hills state park in orange county or crystal cove. Whiting ranch is another possibility, as are the Snta Anna Mountains if youb are into serious climbs.\nSanta Barbara has some good oes if you like major epics.\nA good way to find them in your area is by using Trails.com or talking to your local bike shop.\nOther good sources are the books 100 Best Trails in Southern California, Mountain Biking in Orange County, Mountain Biking in the Santa Monica Mountains etc. Try a search on Amazon or ask a good bike shop or even in places like Sports Chalet.\nGood luck and have fun, as there is some pretty good ridig in So Cal.\nP.S. Dont forget Big Bear and Mamouth
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http://www.superbticketsonline.com/ResultsGeneral.aspx?stype=2&kwds=San%20Francisco%2049ers
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because trek makes a newer better one each year. one of the bikes he was using wasn't great for some types of road riding. if you haven't already, check into the other carbon fiber bikes, and read the reviews! make sure it's going to be the best bike for YOU. especially if you're spending that kind of money!
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Never been there, but I love to go biking! I did, however, find you some interesting sites about bike trails in the Keweenaw Peninsula. Hope this is what you was looking for and have fun biking!!!
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google.com...then enter "Ross Mount Jefferson bikes". It will lead you to the sites.
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There are several large shops in the area.  Depends on what you are looking for.  I wouldn't always go to a large shop.  The largest has to be Performance in Campbell.  It is part of a large chain and has some of the best prices.  I get a lot of things there.  Great prices on clothing for example and constantly has sales.  There are shops like Wheel Away or Off Ramp that are fairly generic.  Large selection and cater towards the crowd that rides comfort bikes.  Personally I like Chain Reaction or Bicycle Outfitter but they are Los Altos.  Cupertino Bikes has a great reputation.  If I want something special and I need guidance, Sloughs on Race St. is the place to go.  George is very well known in the bike industry.  Your shop doesn't have a part, guess who they call.  He tends to gear his stuff towards the high end but the guy has everything.  Good guy. Just don't take a dept store bike to be tuned up there.\n\nThere are so many.  ST on Capital is another good one.  If it is Mtn Bikes, Trailhead is a good one.  It just really depends on what you are looking for.