Introductory Sunday Ride

This is a no-drop ride meant for beginner riders. No group riding experience is required. Route decided at the start of the ride based on group size/experience. Guests are welcome to join the ride; however, we ask that if you enjoy the ride, you consider becoming a member. In order to take part in any Berkeley Bike Club event, cyclists must sign the waiver.

Kindly communicate with the rider leaders via email and inquire about the possibility of ride cancellation due to weather prior to the scheduled ride.

1st Sunday Intro Ride

Please review the following guidelines and club etiquette prior to joining the ride.

Helmet is required! Ideally, the group will stay together and arrive at the destination at the same time. Ask the ride leaders to slow the ride down if you cannot keep up.

For those new to group rides. At some point everyone is new to a group or a ride and needs to learn the group’s habits. We pride ourselves on being friendly, inclusive, and helpful. Please introduce yourself and ask question. When in doubt, ride in the group or at the back.

  • Do follow traffic laws
  • Do call out warnings. Calls such as “Car up” or “Stopping” or “Single-up,” etc., need to be communicated down through the field of riders.
  • Riders are responsible—more or less—for having the equipment, skills and fitness needed to keep pace with the ride.
  • Find other skilled riders to follow and ask questions about how to draft more effectively. Don’t hesitate to ask for help.
  • Familiarize yourself with the route. Be prepared for the terrain and mileage of the proposed ride. Ask the group leaders for details, or use any ride app (Strava, Map My Ride, Ride with GPS).