Willie Weir Returns to REI Sacramento
February 16, 2010 – 7:00 p.m.
REI - 1790 Expo Parkway, Sacramento
A Frugal Cyclist's Guide to the Universe: An Evening with Willie Weir
Call him cheap, frugal, a tightwad or an initiator of kindness, Willie Weir knows how to get the most bang for his bucks when it comes to traveling the world, whether it's giving the world's cheapest engagement ring, protesting an insanely over-priced fish dinner, knocking on doors for free lodging or eating his way to free ice cream. Willie will bring to life tales from his latest book Travels with Willie that will have you chuckling and leave you wanting to chuck your day job and hit the road. Bicycling magazine says, "Travels with Willie is one of the rare bike books that get it right."
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Willie Weir Returns to REI Sacramento
February 17, 2010 – 7:00 p.m.
REI - 1790 Expo Parkway, Sacramento
The Bad Road: Cycling Turkey
What do you do when you have a 3-month bicycle journey planned in Turkey and a week before you leave a war breaks out? If you are radio commentator and travel columnist Willie Weir ... you go anyway. Willie will take you down some "bad roads" in this amazing country and explore the question, "How do you decide when adventure is worth the risk?"
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Willie Weir Returns to REI Sacramento
February 18, 2010 – 7:00 p.m.
REI - 1790 Expo Parkway, Sacramento
Colombia & Venezuela: Cycling Beyond the Headlines
Colombia has spent many years ranked as one of the most dangerous countries on the planet. Most Americans only exposure to Venezuela is from seeing President Hugo Chavez rant against American Imperialism. Most folks would leave both countries off their travel list. Not Willie Weir. He has made a habit out of seeking out the less desirable travel destinations. He spent five months pedaling around India. He cycled in South Africa right after the election of Nelson Mandela. He pedaled through Bosnia when tanks still out numbered cars. Cuba interested him solely because his government said he couldn't go. As Willie and his wife, Kat, prepared for their journey, all the advice from every source steered them to travel only the main roads especially in Colombia. This was depressing to say the least for cyclists who delight traveling off the beaten path. It was all geared up to be a disastrous trip. Then an email popped into his inbox and the adventure took a most interesting turn.
For further details: REI
Way Too Cool 50k
March 13, 2010 – 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m
Cool, CA
For details, go to: Way Too Cool 50k
Party Pardee
April 3, 2010 – 7:30 a.m.
Ione, CA
The Party Pardee is a fun ride through the rolling foothills of Amador and Calaveras Counties near the gold rush town of Ione. Each year we choose a new theme and this year it's "Puttin' on the Ritz" so join us for a high steppin' good time at the Party Pardee Century.
100K Route (65 miles) The 100K route will take you through the quiet country around Ione, passing Lake Camanche and Pardee Reservoir, through quiet little towns like Buena Vista, Campo Seco, and Valley Springs. The route will provide a challenge for most riders with plenty of "rollers" through the green wooded foothills in all their spring glory. There is approximately 4150' of climbing on the 100K route.
50K Route (26 miles) The 50K route is a scaled down version of the 100K with less climbing and fewer miles but just as much scenery. The 50K will provide a challenge to those riders looking for a shorter option than a metric century. There is approximately 1505' of climbing on the 50K route.
100K Route $48.00 *
50K Route: $38.00 *
* The prices includes route maps, road markings, fully stocked rest stops, SAG support, post ride meal, live music and some of the friendliest cyclists in the world. In addition the price NOW includes the Online Registration fees!
For further details: http://www.bikehikers.com/PPC/PPC_Info.html
Sea Otter Classic
April 15, 2010 – All Weekend
Monterey, CA
April 15 - 18, 2010
20th Anniversary Celebration
The mission of the Sea Otter Classic is to make people's lives better through participation in sport and recreation and through celebration of an active outdoor lifestyle.
For further details: Sea Otter Classic
Breakaway Ride
April 25, 2010 – 7:00 a.m.
Davis to Santa Rosa
Brief Description
A timed gran fondo cycling event through the streets of Davis and Santa Rosa. The three routes will allow amateur cyclists the opportunity to participate in an organized mass participation cycling event on the course used for Stage 2 of the Amgen Tour of California.
Additional Information
Bronze Package ($125.00) includes: heavyweight cotton t-shirt, on course aid, post race meal, official poster, finisher medal, Specialized water bottle and chip timing with splits on major climbs and sprints.
Silver Package ($150.00) includes:Custom Breakaway ride jersey designed and manufactured by Hincapie, on course aid, post race meal, official poster, finisher medal, Specialized water bottle and chip timing with splits on major climbs and sprints.
Gold Package ($500.00) includes: Custom Amgen Tour of California kits (jersey, bib, socks) designed and manufactured by Hincapie, on course aid, post race meal, official poster, finisher medal, Specialized water bottle and chip timing with splits on major climbs and sprints. Three distances will be available: about of 30 miles (short course), 55 miles (medium), and 80 miles (long course). The famous Rock Store climb will be included in all distances.
For further details: Breakaway Ride
Sacramento Bicycle Film Festival
May 14, 2010 – All Weekend
Fremont Park, 1627 16th Street, Sacramento
May 14 - 16
More details to come:
Bicycle Film Festival
