Here's a local charity ride with a low fund-raising minimum and a nice route. Worth a look:
A family-friendly bicycle challenge ride to benefit Special Olympics. Starting and finishing at Waterfront Park, Martinez, the course will consist of a 25 mile loop that will take riders across scenic Carquinez Bridge and the new Benicia Bridge.New this year, we've added a Metric Century Ride and a Mountain Bike Ride!
A support sag vehicle will be mobile along the route to assist, support, and encourage cyclists. Re-fueling stations along the course will also be available.
Registration fee is $40 which includes post ride lunch. Participants are encouraged to pedal the extra mile and raise additional funds which will help to provide free year round sports training and competition opportunities that our athletes enjoy.
Raise a minimum of $200 and earn post ride lunch and commemorative challenge coin.
Raise a minimum of $300 and earn all the goodies and a bike jersey.
SCHEDULE:
8:30 am - 10:30 am - Registration takes place at Waterfront Park in Martinez. Please report to the parking lot on the Corner of N Court St. and Joe DiMaggio Dr. There will be plenty of signage to direct you.
Metric Century riders are welcome to register and start their rides right away if they need ample time for the longer distance, or are welcome to stay for the Opening Ceremonies and zoom off with the 25 mile riders at 9:30 am.
9:00 am - 9:20 am - Opening Ceremonies and Awards Presentations to top teams and individuals.
9:30 am - 25 mile ride begins.
11:30 am - 2:30 pm - Lunch for all participants.