SJBP – Pedalpalooza Ride! – Test Ride 3

When: Aug 09 2024 7:30PM – 10:30PM

Where: VTA Light Rail – Branham Station

Who: San Jose Bike Party

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47907404

SJBP relies on cyclists like you to help us test the route before we launch each big event.

Join us on Friday, August 9 as we test the route for August’s Pedalpalooza Ride!

Gathering starts at 7:30pm. Wheels hit the street at 8pm.

Meet: Branham Light Rail Station. 4827 Narvaez Ave

(XST: Branham! –> Not Capitol!)

(Google Map Link to Start/Parking Lot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HamyPJnsDTAbWBhs8)

Ride leader: Sandy & Richard

Ride length: 15ish miles

Ride Pace: Bike Party Slow/Casual (10-13 mph-ish on average)

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47907404

Bring your snacks and beverages; along with lights, layers, locks, and tools. #BePrepared #SelfSuffucient

There will be stops at each of our two prospective regroup spots.

These small group rides are a great way to meet new people, catch up with old friends, or just get out for a social ride. While you’re pedaling, we’ll count on you to help us keep an eye out for potential route hazards. Your feedback will help us adjust the route and keep all of Bike Party safe!

Things to watch out for:

– road or bike lane construction

– hazardous railroad crossings

– poorly signed lane changes

– tricky turns

– problematic regroup spots

– notable debris in the road

– dangerous traffic patterns

San Jose Bike Party is awesome because YOU ROLL OUT WITH US. Join us. Bring your crew!

PLEASE RIDE PREDICTABLY.

PLEASE LIGHT UP YOUR BIKE.

Headlights are required by law and tail lights are strongly suggested. We also recommend you light up your whole bike! Being seen can save your life. Besides, why not make a spectacle of yourself! Bring your own party to bike party! Bike decorations loudly encouraged!

How We Ride!

If you follow these rules, Bike Party will be safe and a positive place for riders, drivers, pedestrians, and the community

Ride sober.

Stop at red lights.

Stay to the right.

Pack your trash.

Roll past conflict.

Be nice.

Remember, you are responsible for your own behavior. All participants ride at their own risk.

Do you want to help make the magic happen? Message us about how you can help!

We need volunteers to:

– help make sure everybody turns at the right places.

– ride our RAVEN trash trikes.

– help plan each month’s ride!

#bikelife #TellAFriend #InviteYourFriends #ShareTheEvent #SJBP #TestRide #SanJoseBikeParty #SJBikeParty #BiiikePaarty

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Turn By Turn

Exit Branham Light Rail Parking Lot turn right onto Narvaez Avenue 0.0
Turn left onto Branham Lane0.1
Turn right onto Vistapark Drive0.7
Turn right onto Hyde Park Drive0.8
Turn right onto Chynoweth Avenue1.3
Turn left onto Winfield Boulevard2.1
Turn right onto Coleman Road3.2
Turn left onto Meridian Avenue4.3
Turn right into Almaden Oaks Plaza – Regroup 14.9
Exit Almaden Oaks Plaza turn left onto Meridian Avenue5.0
Turn left onto Kooser Road6.3
Turn left onto Camden Avenue7.0
Turn right onto Clovis Avenue7.1
Turn right onto Harwood Road7.6
Turn left onto Los Gatos Almaden Road7.9
Turn right onto Union Avenue8.9
Turn right into Cambrian Park Plaza – Regroup 210.1
Exit Cambrian Park Plaza turn right onto Union Avenue10.2
Turn sharp right onto Curtner Avenue11.1
Turn right onto Cherry Avenue13.2
Turn left onto Foxworthy Avenue14.1
Turn left onto Hillsdale Avenue15.2
Turn right onto Narvaez Avenue15.6
Turn Right into Branham Light Rail Parking Lot16.6

Everyone is welcome to attend this event, but please, read and follow our “How We Ride” guidelines to keep everyone safe and to keep San Jose Bike Party rolling!  We share the road with other vehicles and we frequently ride in the dark.

Having a great time and want to help? We’re always looking for volunteers to help guide riders at corners or to handle other tasks. Talk to any of the “BIRDs” (look for the “bird” logo!) for details. Or you head over to our Donation Page.

Some helpful hints:

  1. Follow the Law
  2. Be Predictable
  3. Be Conspicuous
  4. Think Ahead
  5. Ride Ready