Diablo Cyclists

[Karma007]

Any members? I'm new to the bay area, and am looking for a ride. I'm in Martinez, so either Diablo or Benicia would work. I've cruised the websites, but wanted to check in with an actual member before showing up. THanks

[Trek420]

I don't know about Diablo cyclists but sometimes TE gals ride it together. Watch this space and welcome to TE :D

http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?t=27423

[michelem]

Tofu,

You might want to try contacting jsteph@sbcglobal.net to ask about Diablo Cyclist's upcoming rides. Looking at their ride schedule, it appears as though an average pace of 15-18mph is expected. The Club Coffee & Pastry Ride looks like a good place to start (20 miles, mostly flat).

I lived in Martinez about 11 or 12 years ago and my mother worked there for over 30 years (just retired). Hope you enjoy it! :)

[Bike Goddess]

Tofu- I'm a member of the Benicia Bike club and can tell you that we're a pretty darn friendly group! If you want to check us out- on Tuesdays we're at the downtown Starbucks around 11:00AM or so (we come down Franklin Canyon and then turn left and ride into town). On Sundays we'll usually get to Starbucks around 9:45 AM or so. Some people go back to Benicia via the Carquinez scenic route and others go on to do more mileage- Pig Farm, Bear Creek Rd, Reliez Valley Rd. etc.

I do know that the Diablo cyclists are a pretty fast bunch. We're a little more casual altho we have some strong, fast cyclists in our group.

Hope this helps. I trust you have checked out our website.

[Karma007]

Thanks Nancy. Benicia might be more my speed. I grew up there, so that's cool too. I had actually been looking at your rides. Friendly is good.Friendly is very good. In fact, bf is riding my old bike (monster mtb w/road tires) and is a very new rider. Maybe I'll come join you this weekend. (Though the bike expo is Saturday, so I might head to that). Thanks so much!

[Bike Goddess]

The ride to Martinez is on Sunday so you can do both! :D:D:D

[Karma007]

Okay. I'm going to TRY to make a Benicia ride tomorow, but bf wants to go hiking, so I may need to compromise.