The goal of the Cycling Committee is to hold weekly social meetup rides that are open to cyclists of all levels and abilities. Our rides are typically designed to have multiple start points and route segments and a destination that will allow us to relax and chat with our fellow Newcomers and guests after the ride. These rides are 'No Drop', so no riders will be left behind. Whether you are a beginning rider or a Tour de France champion come out and join us as there will usually be something for everyone. Let us know you are riding by clicking the link below.
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We will start at Roblar Winery (3010 Roblar Ave Santa Ynez,) in the heart of Santa Barbara wine Country, just off Highway 154 (San Marcos Pass Rd). The route follows Roblar Avenue out to Baseline Rd to Happy Canyon Road (which is appropriately named). We will pass Bridlewood Estates and East Valley Vineyards as we meander through a pastoral oak filled canyon with horse and cattle ranches … you’ll notice signs that say “Slow Horses” or ‘Slow Please (Cows and Calves on Road)”.
We will turn around and return along Happy Canyon Road coming back on Baseline Rd, cross over 154 to Refuguo Rd and head toward Los Olivos. The Roblar Winery is at the intersection of Refuguo Rd and Roblar Rd. After the ride, we will meet up at Roblar Winery for some woodoven pizza, charcuterie plates, and possibly a wine flight of their reserve wines.
Most of the ride is along rolling hills, and is relatively flat or a slight grade gradually working to a moderate to difficult grade as you continue up Happy Canyon Road. It is very easy to adjust this ride for your level of riding and disposition of the day.
All options start at 9:30 . Let’s meet at 9:15 at Roblar Winery, please allow 45 Minutes drive from SB
Option 1: Turn around before Happy Canyon Rd becomes too steep. Wait for the group to return or head back (the option is yours). 15-20 Miles Check out the Ride Map
Option 2: Continue up Happy Canyon Rd to the Yellow “ fire hazard warning sign” then turn around and head back to Roblar Winery. 25 Miles Check out the Ride Map
Option 3: Knock yourself out… ride to the top or all the way around to Figueroa Road, we’ll see you back at Roblar Winery. 40 Miles
Check out the Ride Map
Please let us know if you plan to ride and if you are going to grab a bite to eat after the ride by clicking the link below:
Helmets required. Have plenty of water with you. Rain postpones.
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