r/BAbike • • 5h ago

Looking to check in on: Person who crashed their bike up on West Ridgecrest on 09/06/2026 ~3:30pm and got airlifted to Walnut Creek

29 Upvotes

My partner was the one who found you and hung out with you until help arrived, and he's been wanting to check in on you since it happened. Please DM me if you have any info--he knows your name but wants respect your privacy. Hope your recovery has been smooth and know you've been in our thoughts and hearts.


r/BAbike • • 6h ago

Any tips for using Lyft Bikes to and from the King Street Caltrain Station

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I live in the Outer Richmond and just got a new job where I could be taking Caltrain to work. Getting all the way across the city would be like 70% of my commute time on the bus so I've been trying out the Lyft Bikes. Does anyone have strong opinions about how well that could work?

I've got a station with good availability near my house (been testing it out just for rides around town/stalking it in the mornings). I'm fine with biking and have a helmet already.

I think my biggest concern is how many bikes are at the Caltrain station around 6PM, is it a total ghost town or would I probably be OK? EBike would definitely be preferred but I'm good with old bikes too, especially if I can just ride to a more full station a ways down my route home.

Anything else I should know or anything I don't seem to be considering that I should be? I do have a car for rainy days so backup plans are already in place too.

Thanks!


r/BAbike • • 11h ago

Film crew on Skyline above Windy Hill

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Climbed Page Mill and headed north on Skyline. The Highway Patrol had Skyline closed just south of the Windy Hill overlook. Assumed it was road construction or some such. But when they released the traffic, it looked like someone was setting up for a party of some sort; tables and chairs with tarps for the sun and lots of catering trucks. A little further on, I saw why: a big film crew with countless trucks and equipment and people, using the extraordinary view of the bay as a backdrop. Shame it was so hazy. Anyone know of any filming in town? Could it be more Ted Danson sightings?


r/BAbike • • 1d ago

PSA- AAA roadside service will now pick you up if your bike breaks down

88 Upvotes

They’ve offered this service in other parts of the country; however, not here in California up until recently, now that they are merging their operations for a larger western AAA organization. Here’s the link for more information.

https://mwg.aaa.com/automotive/roadside/bicycle


r/BAbike • • 1d ago

Skyline watershed ridge trail dead end

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I know the trail is not fully open, took it to avoid going up the sketchy part of skyline. Looks like at the end all the gates are locked, plus it has more barbed wire fences than a prison.

Is there any information on when we'll be able to use it to bike all the way to Kings mountain?

are they going to try to connect it to the other skyline trails, Sawyer camp etc, or are we f*d having to bike up and down the dangerous 92/skyline sections?


r/BAbike • • 1d ago

New Bike App for learning/teaching explaining gears

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Riding in the bay area has led me down the rabbit hole of loving gravel and climbs - and trying to understand what really matters in a good climbing bike. This led to a passion project - a site for learning about gearing and comparing gear sets.

This isn't a commercial site - and it's still a prototype - but if you want to take a look - Gears Explained | BikesExplained

It has some nice animations and eventually will more of a teaching tool. But for now - a great place to compare drivetrains. Comments and suggestions appreciated.

Edit: Updated the app as of 10/15/26 at 4:43


r/BAbike • • 1d ago

(not mine) Berkeley - "Message received."

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r/BAbike • • 2d ago

This guy (Michael Vandeman) attacks mountain bikers in the East Bay Hills (he has been convicted for it). Please consider leaving a negative review on his Amazon book page ('Frequently Asked Questions about Mountain Biking - why MTBing should be prohibited')

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please and thank you


r/BAbike • • 1d ago

Forgive me, I took the bait

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r/BAbike • • 2d ago

Century ride

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Does anybody have a good century ride from Santa Cruz to San Jose or anywhere starting in San Jose. I want to do a route that someone has done before and not start something where I end up lost lol. Thank you!


r/BAbike • • 2d ago

Who has done the Sea Otter Classic Fuego XC? Would love to get takes on the course difficulty

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Trying to better understand the level of technical difficulty around the Sea Otter Classic Fuego XC course. I'm a competent rider and just getting into MTB races. All of my riding is in the east bay hills (basically Tilden and Chabot) and I don't shy away from good climbing. I had a great time at EBDC and am looking for something else to train for. From the course description, it seems fairly similar to EBDC in some respects, except for the "infamous sandy climbs". Can anyone who has done the Sea Otter shed light on exactly how it compares? What is the breadth of ability/fitness level at the race itself?


r/BAbike • • 3d ago

El Cerrito to the Capitol an optimal route?

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For those who do a lot of long rides, what do you think of this route ai helped me with for a solo rider? Planning to carry most of my food in my pannier and stopping only for restrooms and water-- maybe 1 or 2 the most for coffee and real food. Start time is 7am. TIA.


r/BAbike • • 3d ago

Looking for BIPOC gravel homies in Oakland / east bay

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Hey yall! Looking to make some friends with other riders of color in the east bay. I’ve done various group rides but sometimes it’s just nicer to have a smaller squad, y’know? I ride all up and down east bay hills from wildcat to chabot. Love to get sendy 🤙🏽 hmu if you wanna ride! Trying to get more consistent and do a couple of 20~ mile rides during the week and a longer 40-60 mile ride on the weekend. Down to get out to Marin or even the peninsula or SJ on the weekends!


r/BAbike • • 4d ago

So I’m doing rockcobbler and for anyone that has went through that hell… gravel bike or Hardtail?

9 Upvotes

I have acervelo áspero and a Santa Cruz chameleon. Debating on which to commit to training for the race. I ride the cervelo a shit ton and my Chameleon has been sitting for the past couple of years. I’ve gotta back in to ripping around in the Hardtail. But what do you guys think should be the ride for Rockcobbler?


r/BAbike • • 4d ago

STOLEN — BOLO My Red Trek FX2 in SF

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Hey bike friends, my red Trek FX2 was stolen outside of Rainbow Grocery in SF, Sunday, October 11, between 230p and 3p. Thieves cut the lock.

Thieves may also have my KASK hi-vis orange helmet. Ugh, sickening.

I have the serial number in case you see someone with it.


r/BAbike • • 5d ago

Anybody know if there’s a place where you can rent/ride penny-farthings?

26 Upvotes

Need this in my life right now


r/BAbike • • 6d ago

Alright-it's finally happening now-Bikeshare Everest Attempt at Twin Peaks starting today at 6 PM

113 Upvotes

Semi-live progress will be posted here: https://bs-on-bikeshare.com/

It's only 1.25 miles-between Cole Valley (MUNI Tunnel at Carl and Cole) and Twin Peaks up Clayton St. I'm aiming for roughly 22 minutes per interval and 56 intervals total. My hope is to finish well under 24 hours but we will see how it goes:

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57501441

I may post some updates throughout the ride on my personal Instagram, otherwise most content will probably be next week: https://www.instagram.com/42apples/


r/BAbike • • 5d ago

Bike fit OPEN WEEKENDS

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I need to get my bike fit as I am having pain/ saddle issues. I cannot seem to find a place that is open on the weekends in the South Bay (calling that within 20 miles of San Jose). I know there have been tons of threads about fit reccomemdations, and all of these places have hours like Tuesday through Thursday, 1 to 4 PM.

At this point I am not even looking for the best bike fit, I am looking for a place that does bike fitting on Saturday or Sundays somewhere in the South Bay.


r/BAbike • • 6d ago

Around the bay century

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Hello!

I’m planning to ride a century around the bay. Does anyone have suggestions for good restaurant/cafes along the way? Big plus if they have outdoor seating for groups or just a general good vibe/not a chain.

Any route tips? I’m mostly just planning to follow the bay trail but if you have any info I may miss, I’d love to hear it.

Thanks!


r/BAbike • • 5d ago

Triathlon bike fitter recs in SF?

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I have a road, gravel, and triathlon bike and have never had a proper fitting done before. I’d love to get my triathlon and road bike fit (gravel I think I can deal with) ideally by someone who is very familiar with fitting Tri bikes. Any recommendations? And if you also got two bikes done by the same fitter how much did it cost?

Thanks for the insight!


r/BAbike • • 5d ago

Bikepacking Thanksgiving weekend feasible?

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r/BAbike • • 6d ago

Any cyclists needing a dental cleaning? 🚲

51 Upvotes

Hi everyone, my name is Lauren and I am a dental hygiene student at Chabot college in Hayward, CA! I am also a casual cyclist in my free time! A few group rides I have been on are the primavera, grizzly peak, and the cinderella! I’d be glad to learn more about the sport during our appointments together or to get recommendations for local rides.

I am working towards my graduation next year and am looking to provide cleanings to people who have not been to the dentist in a few years, or who do not have dental insurance. Our clinic offers low cost cleanings overseen by licensed professionals. These appointments are more involved than your usual dental cleaning as we are learning to be well rounded and thorough hygienists.

I am looking for:
Adults who have not been to the dentist in 3+ years.

Please note, this is a school setting, therefore the appointments take 3 hrs and a more involved cleaning may take up to 4 visits to complete. Appointments are Wednesday or Friday morning or afternoon (8:30am-11:45am or 1pm-4:15pm).
Kids under 18 take one appointment only, and we offer sealants to protect their teeth from cavities!

*My school does not fix teeth/ cavities, this is solely for teeth cleaning. However the dentists on staff can diagnose any problems you may have so you know what needs to be addressed with a dental school or office*

If you are interested message me for more info!


r/BAbike • • 6d ago

Old La Honda closed daily from 8am-5pm for Construction

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RE: east approach from Portola Valley, copied from City of Woodside website:

"Old La Honda Rd work 9/28/2026 - 12/11/2026.

Amended October 5, 2026 at 8:12 am:

The upper Old La Honda Road work began on Monday, September 28, and will last through Friday, December 11, 2026.

The upper section of the road will be closed during work hours from 8 am to 5 pm, and the road will be opened after work hours. Additional closure notices will be provided as the work continues.

Contractor will be installing guardrails, cleaning, and clearing the upper section of the road. Please contact the Public Works main number 650-851-6790 for additional information."

(Don't flame me, I'm just re-posting.)


r/BAbike • • 6d ago

Recommendations for 50ish mile route from or near Palo Alto

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Hey everyone, spending the weekend in Palo Alto for a wedding before hopping over to Sacramento for IM CA. Any recs for a route as stated above that’s fairly convenient with minimal stops/lights and has some good stretches for a TT bike? Not opposed to climbing at all but not looking to do more than 2000ft elevation gain. Much appreciated!


r/BAbike • • 6d ago

Road bike recs near Yosemite this weekend? Cherry Lake ride got cancelled

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