This Meetup is cancelled

Climb Mt. Diablo! Death Ride Primer. B-28

Selected By: Marsh

Power Inn Rd. Park & Ride

Power Inn Rd. & Cucamonga Ave., Sacramento, CA (map)

38.544871 -121.409060

I'll be getting off the train with my antique Seafoam Green Cannondale.
Selected By: Marsh

Another climb in preparation for the Death Ride. It represents a challenge, but is still attainable for someone who isn't used to climbing. This will be a hard climb and there is no food or water along the route so bring whatever you need with you. We meet at the Power Inn Rd. Park & Ride, then carpool to the Green Valley Shopping Center in Danville. Please compensate drivers for fuel. $5.00 per hour of driving time is fair.

Distance: 28 miles (out and back, 14 miles each way)
Terrain: Urban & Country Roads
Elevation Gained: 3513 ft climbing (Max. 15% grade)
Skill Level: Strong Climbing Riders
Speed: 6-12 mph on hill (this one is just hill, nothing else) / 30+ on descents
Sweep: No, but we'll regroup at the turn-around.
Pace: As fast as possible, which is not likely to be very fast.

You can see the route and print your own cue sheet here...

http://ridewithgps.co...

I would offer to stop for beers afterward, but I practice Alcohol Free January. Find out more about that here...
http://www.facebook.c...

As always, helmets are required.
This event starts at the light rail station in the hope that you'll save gas, money and the environment by taking the train. The train costs $2.50 (cheaper than you can drive) and schedules can be seen here...
http://sacrt.com/sche...
Just make sure your train says "Folsom" or "Sunrise" on it.

An RSVP is a Social Commitment. Your Hosts and Organizers go to great lengths and often personal expense to make these events fun and enjoyable for you. If you are unable to show up, please update your RSVP a minimum of 2 hours before the start time of the event.

  • JoelS
    JoelS

    It's just too cold for me to want to climb Diablo this time of year, not to mention the possibility of snow at the upper elevations. The descent will be sketchy. I love the climb, it's relentless, and the headwall is a beast. Have fun!

    Posted December 31, 2009 at 8:12 AM
  • Marsh
    Marsh

    Snow? Really? I hope we don't see any of that.

    Posted December 31, 2009 at 8:26 AM
  • Greg Wilson
    Greg Wilson

    I'm impressed with Marsh's idea for an alcohol-free January. It's a Yang to the Yin of the holiday excesses. So, I'm bringing a case of Martinelli's Sparkling Apple Cider for us to enjoy.

    Posted January 4, 2010 at 10:38 AM
  • A former member

    If anyone else is coming from midtown/downtown Sacramento and interested in meeting up on the way, I'll be biking up Folsom to the P&R meetup.

    Posted January 15, 2010 at 2:01 PM
  • You must be a member to post a comment. Join or login.

Cancelled
not attending (see all)
Membership donations

$5.00 a year are welcomed

This covers: Covers Meetup fees, web hosting and other group expenses

Payment is accepted using:

  • PayPal
  • Cash or check

Your organizer will refund you if:

  • Please contact your organizer for more details.

Folsom Bike

15% off Accessories, Parts & Bikes. Top Notch Service!! 916-844-1000

Folsom Grind

Fresh Italian Coffee, free wifi, Next to Folsom Bike!!!

Wallbeds N More

Local Showroom! Give them a call 916-753-4966.

ForeclosureS.com

Your one stop shop for everything that is "ForeclosureS" 916-860-1111

The Costa Law Firm

Civil litigation and personal injury. Questions? call them 916-400-2759

Hammerin' Wheels Cycling Resources Page

For everything related to cycling in our area!

Hammerin' Wheels Donation Center

Click here if you would like to make a donation to the bike club!

Hammerin' Wheels Gear

Get your custom Hammerin' Wheels Cycling Gear here!!!

Offer a perk for our members and get exposure.

Offer a perk →
People in this
Meetup are also in:

Log in

Not registered with us yet?

Sign up

Meetup members, Log in

or
By clicking the "Sign up using Facebook" or "Sign up" buttons above, you agree to Meetup's Terms of Service