2️⃣ Routes!

Both are the SAME until Mile 25

Come Join us for our Member* Group ride.  

OPTION #1 “Carmel Valley”: From Coastal Carlsbad we go down the coast & Inland onto the 56 Bike Path.   Climb around 4S Ranch.  Then over Lake Hodges, thru Escondido, into San Marcos and back on the Palomar Airport Road “Express”!  You will get a workout at any speed or ability--be ready for some "time in the saddle"!

OPTION #2: “CV Lite”: Follows the above route for 25 miles, then takes a “shortcut” by heading West thru Fairbanks Ranch to the Coast. Then its a nice cruise on Hwy 101 to the Finish.

*Non-Members may ride one "test" ride.

Note: Due to the wide-range of fitness and ability levels among cyclists, you should load the course onto your GPS device in case you become separated from the group (ahead OR behind!)

Ride Duration Time is Estimated

All Riders must be self-sufficient (nutrition, hydration, tools, tubes, etc.)

Ride Format

The FRCC rides in a safe and predictable manner.

All Riders Shall:

- wear helmets with proper fit & adjustment.

- follow all laws specific to the areas in which we ride.

- stop and wait at traffic lights & stop signs.

- yield to pedestrians.

- scan for obstacles/risks, warning those behind by visual/verbal cues.

- when turning right, take a position behind vehicles turning right.

- when going straight, line up left (clear) of the right turn lane

- when turning left, each rider is responsible for scanning and the last rider scans and signals the merge left.

- when safe, allow vehicles to pass.

- ensure that riders with physical or equipment issues are safe.

Riders shall also conduct themselves in a reasonable and proper manner, specifically:

. refrain from the usage of inappropriate or vulgar language;

. treat others with courtesy and respect--including vehicle operators;

. maintain ride Safety as the #1 priority;

. maintain their bicycles and equipment in proper working order

. do their best effort to enhance the image of cycling and cyclists.