Left the steps at 9am with 9 riders chomping at the bit (not sure if it was the chill or their excitement!). Bill, Tom, Ken, Stu, Melne, Stacie, Ron A, and John N were game to join me today. Headed towards the big white cranes in the sky (not the kind that fly...the kind that load and unload barges). Ron and Ken took the lead, cruising along at 20mph, while yours truly brought up the back of the pack, nursing an unhappy knee, but still glad to be out. Stopped at the pier to enjoy the terrific views. Mel and Stac ventured out onto the dilapidated wooden structure to take some photos, and made it back to land without incident. Then Ron volunteered to add a few miles on for us by taking us out a bit, ending up on 7th and heading into Oakland where we tooled along Lake Merrit and headed home on 3rd and the Embarcadero. Nice, brisk pace and great company. 20 miles plus a few to and from home...better than having to be at work, for sure! Thanks to all for joining us this morning