Ride Classifications

Difficulty / Pace / Distance
Difficulty Classifications

The following system is used in our ride schedule so that riders can estimate the relative difficulty of each ride.

  1. TERRAIN MOSTLY FLAT (River Road, Dry Creek)
  2. ROLLING, EASY GRADES (Westside)
  3. MODERATE GRADES (Graton Road)
  4. HILLY, A FEW STEEP CLIMBS (Coleman Valley Rd, Franz Valley Rd)
  5. VERY HILLY, LOTS OF LONG CLIMBS (Trinity, The Geysers, Skaggs Springs)


Pace Classifications

Actual speed may vary, depending on terrain, distance,weather, and group dynamics. Tempo listing is only a ballpark estimate.

    A: relaxed pace; frequent regroups; waits for all riders. Over 26 minutes*
    B: touring pace; regroups every 30-45 minutes;waits for all riders. 23-26 minutes*
    C: brisk pace;pacelines likely;regroups every 30-60 minutes. 19-22 minutes*
    D: aggressive pace; pacelines likely; slower riders may miss regroups. Under 19 minutes*

NOTE Times are for official SRCC "speed trap"; 4.4 mostly uphill miles on Graton Road from Ross Road in Graton to summit at Tanuda/Facendini junction. If you want to know where you fit in on club rides, time yourself on this section (at your normal riding tempo) and compare your time to the list above


Distance Classifications

The last figure in the formula, stated in approximate miles. (If in doubt, leader should overestimate mileage slightly.)


Inportant Information

PLEASE RSVP WITH THE RIDE LEADERS!
Ride leaders should provide maps and/or route instructions. Riders should carry I.D., cash, flat repair kit, water bottle(s), and have their own map in case they get lost.

  HELMETS ARE MANDATORY ON ALL CLUB RIDES!

Non-members are welcome on club rides! If the course seems too long or difficult, the ride leader can generally suggest an alternate starting place or bail-out route.

RAIN CANCELS ALL RIDES, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.