Welcome Bay Riders! 

We are excited to see everyone on September 13th, 2025!

Check In: Please get your official wristband during check in from 6am-8am.

Start Time: 7am (though riders can leave as early as 6am after checking in)

Location: Presidio Sports Basement, 610 Old Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94129 

Emergency Contact Information

THE DAY OF THE RIDE JESSICA IS YOUR POINT OF CONTACT AT +1 (510) 508-6389

We hope the information below answers all your non urgent questions, but should you have any additional non urgent questions, please reach out to info@livethebay.org before the ride. 

Please save our ride director Jessica Jensen’s information should you need assistance during the ride. If anything happens or you need help, PLEASE CONTACT JESSICA: +1(510) 508-6389

Parking

PLEASE DO NOT PARK AT SPORTS BASEMENT as they have limited parking. Instead, riders should park at the Tunnel Tops (paid), Main Post (paid), Stillwell Hall (west of Sports Basement and paid) or East Beach (free). 

Welcome Meet Up - Day Before, Friday September 12th, 5pm-7pm

We will be hosting a casual welcome meet up the day before the ride on September 12th from 5pm-7pm at Presidio Sports Basement (Presidio Sports Basement, 610 Old Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94129). Come by to get your free water bottle, pick up your jersey if you ordered one, and meet your fellow riders! Additionally this year we are so grateful for our 22 sponsors who have free treats available as well. 

Routes

The 2025 Bay Ride Route is now finalized! Thank you for everyone’s feedback, please keep it coming after this year’s ride so we can continue to make this an even more safe, fun ride for everyone. 

We recommend using Ride With GPS as the turn by turn directions and cue sheets are easier to use than Strava, but Strava works too. 

RideWithGPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51703570 

Strava: https://www.strava.com/routes/3347082342742601776 

Aid Stations

There will be four SAG cars along with six aid stations along the route, offering bathrooms, water, and snacks. Please be mindful of cut off times. 

Aid Station #1, East Side of Richmond Bridge, Cut off 9am

Mile 20, 37.933498, -122.403137, Richmond, CA 94801

Aid Station #2, Oakland Sprouts, Cut off 12pm

Mile 40, 3035 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94611

Aid Station #3: Newark Sprouts, Cut off 3pm

Mile 65, 6399 Jarvis Ave, Newark, CA 94560

Aid Station #4: San Jose Target, Cut off 5pm

Mile 80, 95 Holger Way, San Jose, CA 95134     

Aid Station #5: Canada Road and Edgewood, Cut off 7pm

Mile 105, 3389 Edgewood Road, Redwood City

Aid Station #6: Pacifica Safeway, Cut off 8pm

Mile 125, 708 Hickey Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044

Finish Line: Presidio Sports Basement, Cut off 10pm

Mile 135! 610 Old Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94129 

2025 Water Bottle

Every rider will receive a 2025 Bay Ride water bottle, this is free as part of your signup. Water Bottles can not be bought and only those who participate receive one. You can pick this up at our day before the ride pickup party, at check in the day of, or after the ride. One bottle per rider. 

Post Ride Celebration - Burritos, Beer and Beats!

You’re going to be hungry after all that riding so we’ve partnered with El Toro Taqueria (one of my favs in SF) for a free burrito at the end of the ride. Please one per person as we’ll have limited quantities. Additionally Ripple Beer Project has created a fresh new beer for the Bay Ride! If you’re interested in a NA beer, both Athletic Brewery and Best Day Brewery have you covered.

Sports Basement Discount!

From September 1st to September 15th all Bay Riders get TWENTY PERCENT OFF at Sports Basement. Use code: 2050013982266

Ride On,
Jason Purdy
Founder, TheBayRide

2/A/134 – 4,900 feet – The 2025 Bay Ride – 13 September 2025

Home Page:  https://www.thebayride.com/

Registration Link:  https://www.movemint.cc/events/the-bay-ride-2025

The organizers have provided a discount code “CLUB”.  It is reputed to afford a 50% rebate on the nominal $150 entry fee for all Team Alameda members. 

THE ROUTE HAS BEEN AMENDED BY THE ORGANIZERS TO PASS THROUGH ALAMEDA AND BAY FARM ISLAND AND THEREFORE THE ORIGINAL ROUTE SHOULD BE VERIFIED

Please also make sure, that you enter your name under the Sign-Up banner on the ride calendar!  We do not want to leave you behind, at least until the Aid Station in Oakland.  You may elect to ride home from there, if the shorter route is your preference.  If you proceed all the way down Broadway, you may be able to catch the yellow Woodstock ferry.

Dear Members,

We are returning to the roads around the Russian River again and our “base” will be downtown Occidental at the Occidental Lodge.

The dates are September 26th (Friday) to 28th (Sunday)

You may also choose to join us only for the Saturday ride at 1000 (10 AM), if your available time is limited.  The Friday ride is scheduled for 1300 (1 PM).

The Occidental Lodge, which is close to several restaurants, has set aside a block of 10 rooms for us.  Some rooms are more updated than others, but all have a very reasonable rate of only $149.95.

Please let us know that you intend to join us by sending an email at memberatlarge@teamalameda.org and advise if you booked a room at the Occidental Lodge.  We will follow up with you by email to confirm plans and answer any questions.   You are also encouraged to join the #away-ride-occidental-2025 Discord channel where details and arrangements can be discussed, such as coordinating car pools, luggage transfers, and dinner reservations.  Arrangements can also be made by the aforementioned email if you do not wish to use Discord.  

Reservations for the Occidental Lodge

26-28 September 2025

Team Alameda has a block of ten (10) rooms reserved at the rate of $149.95 (not including taxes) per night.  It is advised to preferentially select a room on the upper floor, since the ceiling to the room below transmits noise easily.  You may reserve certain nights and not others, but you are encouraged to remain with our group as long as possible for the social occasions, such as dinners.  Bicycles may be kept in the room, with regard to keeping the carpets and area clean.

Check-In time is 1500 (3 P.M.) and Check-Out time is 1100 (11 A.M.). 

The office closes at 2200 hours (10 P.M.). 

Address: 3610 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA 95465

Phone: (707) 874-3623 for reservations and mention “Team Alameda” for the discounted rate.  You will HAVE TO call them to get the discount.

E-Mail:  reservations@ocidentallodge.com for cancellations.  Reservations must be cancelled 48 hours prior to the arrival date.   

Distance from Alameda to the Occidental Lodge is 76 miles, which is about 90 minutes’ drive time.

Team Alameda Welcomes Alameda Brewing as Our Newest Sponsor!

Team Alameda is thrilled to announce our new partnership with Alameda Brewing, a local gem that shares our passion for community, camaraderie, and the joy of the ride. As a proud sponsor of our club, Alameda Brewing (formerly Alameda Island Brewing) is helping us continue our mission of promoting fun, fitness, and friendship through cycling - and allows us a friendly neighborhood place to end our club rides!

Alameda Brewing has long been a cornerstone of the Alameda community, known not just for its outstanding craft beers, but also for its welcoming atmosphere and support of local causes. Whether it’s hosting weekly trivia nights or taking part in the various street fairs around town, they embody the same community spirit that drives our club. We’re excited to join forces with a business that values connection and local pride as much as we do.

Let’s be honest—few things go better after a good ride than a cold, well-earned beer. With this new partnership, we’re looking forward to post-ride meetups, special events, and maybe even a custom Team Alameda brew down the line. Please join us in raising a glass to Alameda Brewing for supporting our cycling community—cheers to the road ahead!

We encourage all Team Alameda members to show their appreciation by stopping by Alameda Brewing for a pint, picking up a pack to go, or bringing friends to experience their rotating lineup of locally crafted beers.  They are located at 1716 Park Street, about a block away from the Park Street bridge, and their website can be reached at www.alamedabrewing.co.  Supporting our sponsors helps strengthen the entire cycling community—so ride often, ride safe, and drink local!  Thank you so much, Alameda Brewing!

Calling all Cyclists!

Be a part of the movement. 

Participate in Team Alameda’s 8^th annual

Ride of Silence

Ride of Silence is an international solidarity ride honoring the memories of those affected by tragic cycling accidents.  Your presence on this ride will help raise awareness and promote safer streets for everyone.  This solemn event is not only a tribute but also a call to action for improved safety measures for cyclists in our community.

On Wednesday, May 21 at 7pm, we will be riding through the main streets of Alameda in Silence at a pace of less than 12 mph for approximately 8 miles.  We will start and finish at 2417 Central Ave (at the Kaiser steps).  There will be a short presentation before we ride.

On the Team Alameda calendar for May 21^st there is an attachment you can download and print.  Attach it to your bike or your back to let the community know the purpose of this ride.

Recommended are front and rear bike lights and reflective clothing.  

Link for route:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42926681

Hope to see you there.

Parking in Half Moon Bay

Harbor Village RV Park

100 Capistrano Rd & Pillar Point Harbor Blvd, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

No fee, patrolled, regular parking spots for cars available

Adjacent to Half Moon Bay Airport, officially Eddie Andreini Sr. Airfield (HAF)

Harbor Village RV Park hours (Winter)

Open 08:30AM TO 7PM

Phone Number (650) 730-9395 “Trudy” (manager)

No advance call is necessary, since parking permits have been arranged

Instructions

• Pick up parking permits from RV, which acts as an office
• Mention “Trudy” as a reference and that she has reserved parking passes for

           Team Alameda as requested by Ralph Bruni

• Validity period 28-30 March 2025

• Display on dash
• Proceed by bicycle to Poplar Beach meetup at 11:15 AM (4.7 miles on paved bike path South) or 

    wait for us at the Sacrilege Brewery + Kitchen with outdoor seating at

    730 Main St, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 (for lunch)

    Phone for pub: (650) 276-7029

• No need to surrender these passes when picking up your vehicle on Sunday

Suggested route from RV park to Poplar Beach:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49974720

Any other parking at another location will be at your own risk, since overnight parking within the City of Half Moon Bay is not permitted!

Cristina asked about a shorter inland return route and others may wish to ride these new roads as well. I have designed a 44-mile route, which would bring us to the Berryessa BART station and home to Fruitvale by latest 1430:

Day 3 - Mission Inn to Berryessa/North San Jose BART via San Jose [may cancel] 44 miles 2,500 feet Avoids dangerous Highway 17 Coffee/Lunch stop at Mile 30, Los Gatos Café, 340 North Santa Cruz Avenue (closes 1430) http://www.losgatoscafe.com/ 47 minutes from Berryessa/North San Jose to Fruitvale ($6.90) No weekend service for South San Francisco ferries Allows for a different return route and scenery for those who do not need to go to Half Moon Bay Subject to change Consult ride calendar

Restrooms Mile   7.8 – Anna Jean Cummings County Park Mile 30.0 – Los Gatos Café (Lunch) Mile 31.8 – Vasona Lake Mile 42.1 – Raymond Bernal Jr. Memorial Park Mile 44.2 – Berryessa/North San Jose BART

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42184742

ANNOUNCEMENT

Santa Cruz Away and Overnight Ride

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 28-30 March 2025

Are you interested in joining us for a scenic and well proven single-day outing or series of rides in Santa Cruz? 

Then sign up as soon as you can, and you will enjoy the rare opportunity to participate on new roads in the off-tourist season! 

As well as great rides, we are planning a few optional happy hours and dinners for more opportunities to have fun with your teammates.

Guests are welcome! 

You may select a single day for your cycling or request a free 2-night parking permit for Half Moon Bay, if riding to Santa Cruz from there.

Just let us know what your intentions are, particularly once you have read the more detailed plan.

This plan will be published following this announcement, which will describe all proposed routes, complete with download links.

In the meantime, please make your reservations among the ten (10) rooms we have blocked.

Signing Up

Please email at away.org@teamalameda.org if you have booked a room and how many will be in your party so that we can coordinate.  Also, please indicate your name, contact details, intended overnight date(s) and any special requests, such as overnight parking permits for Poplar Beach.  If you are able to carry some additional bags for those cycling from Alameda, please indicate that as well.

Use the Discord-channel #away-ride-santa-cruz-2025 to coordinate carpools and planning.

Any rooms in the block that are not reserved will be released on  28 February 2025

Call the Mission Inn & Suites at 1 (831) 425-5455 [Rebecca] for reservations and reduced rate under the group name “Team Alameda”.

One queen bed  $173.00 per night, plus tax, for Friday to Saturday 11 A.M. for room with [$448.56 for two nights, including tax], and

Two queen beds $189.00 per night, plus tax, for Saturday to Sunday 11 A.M. for room with [$484.11 for two nights, including tax].

We are planning another awesome weekend in Occidental - more details to come soon!

Our base will again be at the Occidental Lodge. We have set away a block of rooms for a reasonable price - watch Discord/Newsletter/EMail for an announcement on how to book these.

Likely we'll have rides Friday afternoon, Saturday, and Sunday morning, with dinners planned. You can also join just one or some of these.

Join the #away-ride-occidental-2024 channel on Discord for more...and let us know if you plan to join!

We regret, that the Summer Solstice Away Ride in Santa Cruz will not take place this year.  For understandable reasons, we did not generate sufficient interest in this event.  If you have reserved a room at the Mission Inn & Suites, we urge you to cancel your reservation.  No penalty fee will apply.  Next year, we intend to schedule this ride in May or earlier, so all participants may also benefit from the off-season rates.