Im looking at buying used a hitch bike rack such as 1up or kuat. I found one on fb marketplace and was a bit suspicious of the person as they were pretty pushy to get it sold fast. after further digging i found they have sold 3 similar racks in the past. Am passing on that rack

i’m wondering how common theft is for these racks, assuming i dont leave it on my car all the time and only leave it on the car at popular biking destinations in the peninsula such as woodside etc?

Does anybody have any bike packing route recommendations (2-3 day trip) from the peninsula/SF? Looking to have some gravel/dirt in there too!

Hey y’all!

Going to attempt a bike packing trip down the coast and am looking for bike up camping recommendations in Santa Cruz or Monterey. Any suggestions?

Also debating between taking hwy 1 through Pacifica vs Crystal springs reservoir pescadero rd. Any advice?

I think I will be crossing Richmond bridge starting from 12th street Oakland Bart and finishing in sf. Any think I should know or be worried about approaching the bridge and going up and over it. If the lanes narrow? , is it ridiculous steep ? High traffic ?, anything will be appreciated.

What's the best way to get there and back? I do have a gravel bike so can probably do dirt trails for the way back, but I'd love to try this climb. Not sure if https://www.reddit.com/r/BAbike/comments/tz7ktc/best_route_for_old_lahonda_first_timer/ is still accurate! Skyline has always felt pretty sketchy to me so would love to avoid that if possible...

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Hey just started getting back into road biking, curious what people think are good loops to take that are in the east bay or go through the east bay?

I was taking the iron horse regional trail a couple times but there are so many intersections with traffic combined with walkers / kids that it makes it pretty difficult to get a decent cadence.

Then I took pleasant hill rd and it was pretty steep with 50 mph traffic right next to me, it didn’t feel that safe.

I don’t mind some difficulty but I’m curious what are people using to train on? I’d like to go 30-60 miles a trip

Anyone know a San Jose grocery store that sells these?

I've been testing different protein bars for refueling during long rides and have finally found the brand and flavor that I love. However, I don't know where to buy these around San Jose, as I've only come across them in random stores while away from home. Yes, I could order them on line, but would love to try some other flavors without committing to a dozen (the online order minimum).

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Hey guys, changing jobs and want to commute by bike but had a pretty bad experience testing out my route today. The first part of the route is along W and E Hedding St which is reasonable enough. But eventually I need to cross the 101 and I did so through Oakland road and it was a terrible experience, I ended up walking my bike on the sidewalk because I didn't feel safe. Any better suggestions to cross the 101?

Has anyone ridden their gravel/mtb through big basin recently? Specifically thinking of the Old Growth Classic route from a few years back. I’ve done that self-supported with friends a few times but not since the big fires. Just wondering if anyone has done it recently and how much of that route is rideable now.

I just came across it, and it seemed like a fun event to train for (it's in September). Curious what people's experiences have been with it. My main concern would be altitude acclimation. Since the event is a 6000+ feet up in the air, would just "going slower" be sufficient, or are there other things to be aware of?

Google Maps shows that the particular section is still under repair, but I'm not sure how often it updates. I know that it was closed a few weeks ago.

Hi all - I’m new to cycling and have been riding a used Trek Domane to commute to/from work. I’d like to take my bike on some trails on the weekends. I live right by the San Tomas Aquino Creek Trail (which is all paved) so I can access part of the Bay Trail by Alviso/237/Sunnyvale Baylands quite easily.

It looks like a lot of the trails there are gravel, which is cool! My concern is my bike came with 28mm road tires (Continental GP 5000) which don’t seem fitting for gravel.

My question is - will I be fine on the 28mm road tires or would it be wise of me to buy a set of thicker gravel tires? According to other Domane riders online I can fit 38mm tires depending on the model of tire.

Also - will any set of spare wheels work, or do I need to get disc brake compatible wheels? I have an old Giant road bike in my garage I could scavenge the 700c wheels from, but I’m not sure if they’ll work since that bike has rim brakes and my Domane has disc brakes.

Thanks for any advice!

Has anyone tried to bypass the closure on Redwood by taking the Brandon Trail from the golf course to Marciel Road to get back onto Redwood? ( or in reverse if coming from Pinehurst Rd.)

Was wondering if the Brandon Trail is doable on a road bike with 34c tires.

TIA

Does anyone know if there is still a stoplight towards the top of OLH? And if there is, if the county is planning to do anything about it?

Does anyone have a link to this route? I did part of it a few years back but lost the Strava/mapmyride/trailforks info. Equators Strava info is gone

Thanks in advance

Do you think it's worthwhile? Have any recommendations?