Special Events
In addition to the tours, the club's special events are always a fun and enjoyable way to mix with other members.
The listing on the right shows the typical events that are held each year. The events will vary from year to year. And they're usually not listed until the Ride Quarter in which they happen.
To help you schedule your time, the list of
"Past Special Events" has been included.
Monterey Tour
San Juan Islands Tour
Monterey Tour
Goto Top
Goto Top
Goto Top
In addition to the tours, the club's special events are always a fun and enjoyable way to mix with other members.
The listing on the right shows the typical events that are held each year. The events will vary from year to year. And they're usually not listed until the Ride Quarter in which they happen.
To help you schedule your time, the list of
"Past Special Events" has been included.
Monterey Tour
San Juan Islands Tour
Monterey Tour
Goto Top
Goto Top
Goto Top
Currently Scheduled Special Events
Past & Future Special Events
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Year of Firsts 2008 Be part of the 2nd annual year of firsts! Last year the Ride Committee developed this popular program, challenged members to set a bicycling-related goal that would be a stretch for them, and to achieve the goal by December 31st. When: The whole year!!! |
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ANNUAL PICNIC RIDE 8:30 AM .......................... Grade: E20/38 Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List) to burn a few calories prior to enjoying the annual club picnic. Good day to wear your club jersey! Return to William Pond recreation area for the barbecue/picnic feast and festivities, which start at 11:30AM. Ride Leader: Mike Vignogna 624-9198 Picnic Coordinator: Dan King 548-2331 (cell) Saturday, July 5 |
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EPPIE’S SET UP DAY – 3:00-6:00 PM -
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Volunteers are needed at lower Sunrise to help set up for tomorrow’s Eppie’s Great Race; please bring along work gloves. Please contact: Rick Leach 402-9889 or Alan Votava 369-2281 Friday, July 18 |
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EPPIE’S GREAT RACE –
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Time again for the Bike Hiker tradition of supporting Eppie’s Great Race at the Bike-to-Boat transition point! Only a few hours of your time are needed to help the contestants with their bikes. Morning munchies are provided and Eppie’s offers free lunch tickets. We don’t have an official club ride today, but members who ride to/from and help at the event will receive animal miles. Sign in for animal miles with Alan or Rick. We need lots of volunteers as the Race has continued to grow! Eppie’s Coordinators: Alan Votava 369-2281 and Rick Leach 402-9889 Saturday, July 19 |
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THE ANNUAL “KILL BILL” RIDE 9:00 AM ......................................... Grade: A75 Come join me for one of my “Rollers” rides. Trust me, really! This is the ride where I earned my “Kill Bill” title. This is a spectacular ride from Georgetown to Loon Lake and back on Wentworth Springs Road with an awesome view of Desolation Wilderness, and approx. 7,500 ft of climbing with a long, fast descent on the return. There are no services available so I will have SAG support again to carry your food and drinks. We will lunch at the lake’s edge. Meet on Main St in Georgetown. Allow approximately one hour drive time from E. Sac area (call for specific directions). Leader: Bill Chadwell 725-0571 Saturday, July 26 |
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MUSTARD SEED SPIN –
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 11:00 AM ...................... Grade: E16+ Meet at Five Points Shopping Center (see Ride Start List for directions). Riders will check helmets and bikes at the start of the ride and then accompany children as they ride the American River Bike Trail. Rest stop and post ride food will be provided for all helpers. We need lots of help to accomplish this great charity. Wear your club jersey and come out and join the fun! Leader: Mary Woodside 363-2297 Sunday, September 28 |
Past & Future Special Events
| Tour Presentations Come and hear all about the upcoming tours. Tour organizers present the latest information about their tour. This is your opportunity to ask questions. When: January General Membership Meeting |
| Annual Awards Banquet The Annual Awards Banquet is one of the best attended events of the year. Every member who cycled 500 or more club miles receives an award. Many other members are recognized for their work and accomplishments for the preceding year. When: February |
| Spring Blitz Start the spring with a bang. You set your cycling goals for the month and reap the rewards all reason long. When: The entire Month of March |
| Party Pardee Century The Sacramento Bike Hikers annual Century and fund raiser. Volunteering at this event is your chance to help the club and at the same time meet some of your cycling companions in a non-cycling environment. Plus you get a real cool t-shirt. When: First Saturday in April |
| Bike to Work Day Participating in the Bike to Work Day ride shows the community that bicycling is an important part of life in Sacramento. Join scores of riders as they cycle around the Capitol. When: During May, Bike to Work Week |
The Rex Ride - Benefit for the Parkway |
| Annual Club Picnic An informal way to do what cyclists do best, RIDE & EAT! The picnic is another "must do" event. When: During the month of July |
| Eppie's Great Race Help support a Sacramento Classic - Eppie's Great Race. Club members contribute by working the bicycle transition area. When: During the month of July |
| Annual Soup Ride It's a natural and a classic. A cool fall ride with hot soup at the end. Yet another chance to meet and relax with other club members. When: Early November |
| Officers Election This is your chance to help set the club's direction in the coming year. Or even better, run for one of the offices! When: November General Membership Meeting |
Annual Potluck Dinner and Meeting |