Mountain Biking
BAS members hit the hills and trails of Northern California each month. Ride locations vary and range from the Auburn Ravine, Granite Bay, and the Sierra to occasional forays further a-field. Rides usually feature a range of options for beginner and experienced cyclists alike. Check the ride description to assess the suitability to your skill level. Let’s go get dirty!
UPCOMING RIDES:
Mountain Bike Division:
Intermediate and Advanced Ride
Magnolia and Cronan Ranch Trails – February 27, 2010
BRIEF RIDE SYNOPSIS:
This will be our first Bayside ride to Magnolia and Cronan Ranch near Pilot Hill. With beautiful views of the American River Canyon the rolling hills are fun and fast with a few strenuous climbs and a couple of stream crossings.
The Intermediate riders will ride about 20 miles with less than 2,000’ of climbing.
The advanced route will be up to 27 miles and close to 4,000’ vertical.
For more information on the Cronan Ranch Trails go to:
PRE-RIDE INFORMATION
1. Meeting Place and Time:
Meet at 8:00 at La Bou, corner of Sierra College and Douglas. From there we’ll all carpool to the trailhead. Driving directions to the parking area will be given to all drivers at that time.
2. Registration is Required:
There is no charge to participate in this activity but you are required to be a Bayside Adventure Sports member, register and sign a liability release form.
Liability release Forms can be downloaded at www.baysideadventuresports.com
Register for this ride by going to http://ridemagnoliafeb10.eventbrite.com/
3. Bayside Adventure Sports Membership:
Bayside Adventure Sports Membership is required for all our events. If you are new to BAS, a three month trial membership is available for our free events – contact Pam at pamelah@baysideonline.com to request. For more membership information go to www.baysideadventuresports.com
4. Skills and Fitness Description:
To understand what is required of you as a rider please read the Skills and Fitness description below on this page. This ride is rated Technical = 3-5, Fitness = C-E.
WATER AND FOOD:
At least 80 oz of water is required, bring your own food and/or energy bars for the ride.
HELMET AND CLOTHING:
Helmets are required! Proper clothing and shoes for the weather conditions will make your ride that much more enjoyable.
POST RIDE DINNER:
Please plan on joining us for a post ride dinner and fellowship.
WEATHER ALERT:
Rain will cancel our ride.
If you have any QUESTIONS please feel free to contact me
Dennis Tromburg 916 764-5556 or dennistromburg@att.net
New Years Day 2010!!!
TOP TEN most common lies mountain bikers tell….
- I know it’s supposed to rain today but the heavy canopy of trees will keep us dry.
- I rode that section of trial last time; it’s easy, go for it!
- Yup my new bike weighs less than 25 lbs
- We’ll be home in plenty of time for an early dinner.
- This is an easy stream crossing, you won’t even get wet.
- There are a few rocks on this trail, but it’s not bad.
- This is the easiest 30 miles you’ll ever do on a mountain bike.
- I know it looks like a lot of snow but its’ not very thick, you can blast right through it.
- There are only a few short hike-a-bike sections.
- I did that whole climb in the big ring – how about you?
| Date | Meet | Ride | Ride Rating |
| Jan 23, 2010 | 8 am | Salmon Falls, El Dorado County | Technical = 2-3, Fitness = B-D |
| Feb 27, 2010 | 8 am | Cronan Ranch, El Dorado County | Technical = 2-3, Fitness = B-D |
| Mar 27, 2010 | 7 am | Annadel State Park, Santa Rosa | Technical = 2-3, Fitness = B-D |
| Apr 24, 2010 | 7 am | Marin Headlands, Marin County | Technical = 1-2, Fitness = B-D |
| May 29, 2010 | 7 am | Emigrant Trail, Truckee | Technical = 1-2, Fitness = B-D |
| Jun 26, 2010 | 7 am | Tahoe City Trails | Technical = 2-3, Fitness = B-D |
| Jul 24, 2010 | 7 am | Spooner Summit to Kingsbury Grade | Technical = 2-3, Fitness = B-D |
| Aug 28, 2010 | 7 am | Sawtooth Ridge, Truckee | Technical = 2-3, Fitness = B-D |
| Sep 25, 2010 | 7 am | Big Meadow | Technical = 2-3, Fitness = B-D |
| Oct 16, 2010 | 7 am | Marlette Flume, Nevada | Technical = 2-3, Fitness = B-D |
| Nov 20, 2010 | 8 am | South Yuba | Technical = 2-3, Fitness = B-D |
| Dec 11, 2010 | 8 am | Forest Hill Divide | Technical = 2-3, Fitness = B-D |
For more information:
- Get on our email notification list to receive details of all the rides by filling out the Interest Form at the Bayside Adventure Sports Table or contact the Mountain Bike Division Leader Dennis Tromburg at dennistromburg@att.net
- There is no charge to participate in our rides but you must register and be a member of Bayside Adventure Sports, please go to www.baysideadventuresports.com.
- If you’d like to check us out before becoming a member please contact the ride leader.
- Start times and meeting places vary, please check the web site for more information.
- Multi Day Special Events will be announced at a later date.
- Visit Smug Mug at http://baysideadventuresports.smugmug.com for pictures of past events
Beginners Only Schedule
| Date | Meet | Ride | Ride Rating |
| Feb 28, 2010 | 8 am | Cronan Ranch, El Dorado County | Technical = 1-3, Fitness = A-C |
| Mar 21, 2010 | 8 am | Natomas Loop, Folsom | Technical = 1-2, Fitness = A-B |
| Apr 18, 2010 | 8 am | Hidden Falls, near Auburn | Technical = 1-2, Fitness = A-C |
| May 15, 2010 | 7 am | Pioneer Trail, Nevada City | Technical = 1-2, Fitness = A-C |
| Jun 19, 2010 | 7 am | Antone Meadow, Tahoe | Technical = 1-2, Fitness = B-C |
| Sep 18, 2010 | 7 am | Pioneer Trail, Nevada City | Technical = 1-2, Fitness = A-C |
| Oct 9, 2010 | 7 am | Page Meadow, Tahoe | Technical = 1-2, Fitness = A-C |
For more information:
- Get on our email notification list to receive details of all the rides by filling out the Interest Form at the Bayside Adventure Sports Table or contact the Beginners Leader Stacy Hanson sahanson32@sbcglobal.net
- There is no charge to participate in our rides but you must register and be a member of Bayside Adventure Sports, please go to www.baysideadventuresports.com. If you’d like to check us out before becoming a member please contact the ride leader.
- Start times and meeting places vary, please check the web site for more information.
- Multi Day Special Events will be announced at a later date.
Please register for te beginners ride at : Eventbrite.com
Skills and Fitness
BAS and TBF Racing
Bayside Adventure Sports members regularly participate in TBF Racing events. TBF offers a terrific series of mountain bike races, duathalons, and triathlons. So come on out and race with the BAS team or hangout and cheer us on! See you there! 2009 TBF Mountain Bike Race Schedule Click here to check out the full TBF racing schedule and event details. Come join us at a upcoming event to race or just support Team Bayside! See you there!
BOMB’s Away!
Bayside Adventure Sports is not alone in its mission! Kindred spirits exist and they are, quite literally, the BOMB! Believers on Mountain Bikes. BOMB International has chapters all over the world, including one close to home, sacBOMB, based out of Lakeside Church in Folsom. BOMB International offers cool riding gear and some inspirational messages as well. sacBOMB offers both shorter weekly and longer monthly rides (long bombs) – check out their ride calendar. We hope to do a joint BAS and sacBOMB ride this summer – stay tuned for details! Contact info@sacbomb.com for more information.
BAS MTB Videos
“BAS in Moab” Video shot during springtime, 2004. (27 Mb wmv video) – don’t try this on a low bandwidth dial-up connection!
Check out the BAS Mountain Bikers featured in the BAS Highlight Video! Broadband version: BAS Highlights
Useful Links
> sacBOMB > BOMB – Believers on MTBs > California Trails > Trail Source > American Discovery Trail > MTB Review > FATRAC > IMBA > Specialized > Team in Faith Triathlons > Mountain Lion Info > Johnson Ranch Club > TBF Racing
Sponsors
Contact:
Dennis Tromburg – (916) 764-5556
Bayside Adventure Sports Membership:
Bayside Adventure Sports Membership is required for all our events. If you are new to BAS, a three month trial membership is available for our free events – contact Pam Harvey to request
