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 Lane | 0.1 |
| Turn right onto Vistapark Drive | 0.7 |
| Turn right onto Hyde Park Drive | 0.8 |
| Turn right onto Chynoweth Avenue | 1.3 |
| Turn left onto Winfield Boulevard | 2.1 |
| Turn right onto Coleman Road | 3.2 |
| Turn left onto Meridian Avenue | 4.3 |
| Turn right into Almaden Oaks Plaza – Regroup 1 | 4.9 |
| Exit Almaden Oaks Plaza turn left onto Meridian Avenue | 5.0 |
| Turn left onto Kooser Road | 6.3 |
| Turn left onto Camden Avenue | 7.0 |
| Turn right onto Clovis Avenue | 7.1 |
| Turn right onto Harwood Road | 7.6 |
| Turn left onto Los Gatos Almaden Road | 7.9 |
| Turn right onto Union Avenue | 8.9 |
| Turn right into Cambrian Park Plaza – Regroup 2 | 10.1 |
| Exit Cambrian Park Plaza turn right onto Union Avenue | 10.2 |
| Turn sharp right onto Curtner Avenue | 11.1 |
| Turn right onto Cherry Avenue | 13.2 |
| Turn left onto Foxworthy Avenue | 14.1 |
| Turn left onto Hillsdale Avenue | 15.2 |
| Turn right onto Narvaez Avenue | 15.6 |
| Turn Right into Branham Light Rail Parking Lot | 16.6 |
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:
- Follow the Law
- Be Predictable
- Be Conspicuous
- Think Ahead
- Ride Ready
