What we’re about
Welcome to our Silver Spokes Cycling Meetup Group! We are a community of senior women cyclists (aged 50 and above) who enjoy leisurely rides ranging from 10 to 20 miles. Our low-key, social group is perfect for those looking to meet new cycling buddies and explore the beautiful bike paths of Irvine, CA. Whether you're new to cycling or a seasoned rider, join us for laid-back rides and good company. Let's pedal together and enjoy the scenic routes Irvine has to offer!
Helmets are required. Both road bikes and e-bikes (without throttles) are welcome. Beach cruisers are not permitted on our group rides.
We will ride regularly on Saturday morning from Irvine Civic Center Parking at 9 AM. To begin, rides will take place mostly on bike paths near the park. We may venture out as the group grows in size. I will occasionally plan a ride on a weekday or a Sunday. But, you should not expect that rides will regularly occur other than on Saturday.
We will adjust the pace to the experience of the riders, and rides will be "no-drop" (no rider left behind). However, you must be able to ride safely and be in control of your bike.
Cyclists will observe basic cycling safety rules such as passing only on the left, calling out ("on your left") when passing, calling out hazards, and obeying traffic signals.
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Silver Spokes Women's Cycling: Discovering Portola Sidepath 15.0Irvine Civic Center parking lot , Irvine , CA
Location: We meet in the parking lot behind the Irvine Civic Center. You can enter the parking lot from Harvard Avenue by turning on Civic Center Plaza. Look for us on the right side of the parking lot nearest the entrance to the bike path. Call Lynda at 714-801-4856 if you can't find us.
We will meet in the parking lot and ride out at 9:00 AM. Please come early to get your bike ready (if this is your first ride with the group, the suggested arrival time is 8:30 AM).
The Route:
Click here to preview or download this week's route.
This is a nice flat ride up Peters Canyon Trail, across the wide-open Walnut Trail to the Sand Canyon Side Path, and connecting with the Portola Side Path. We will also stay together so that no one gets dropped. Faster riders may choose to go ahead and loop back.
Helmets are mandatory for all rides. We will be observing standard bicycle safety rules, and the host will do a short safety speech before we ride.
Silver Spokes is a cycling group specifically designed for senior women who want to stay active on their bikes and socialize, while not aiming to go fast or long. Road bikes and e-bikes are welcome.
Silver Spokes was established in May 2024 and is growing quickly.
DISCLAIMER: GROUP ORGANIZER AND ASSISTANT ORGANIZERS ASSUME NO LIABILITY. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume ALL risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. By joining YOU take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives or members liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an 'AT WILL" basis.
- First Year Anniversary Ride and Brunch: 15.6 Note Special Start LocationIrvine Civic Center parking lot , Irvine , CA
Location:
For this ride only we will meet at my home at 10814 Churchill Place, Tustin, at 9 am. I live in a quiet residential neighborhood just off the Peters Canyon Trail. Call Lynda at 714-801-4856 if you can't find the house.
Parking: You can park in any lined parking space on the street or the cul-de-sac.
Please come early to get your bike ready (if this is your first ride with the group, the suggested arrival time is 8:30 AM).
The Route:
This is a beautiful ride up Peters Canyon Trail, passing through Citrus Ranch Park, onto the West Irvine Trail, and up Peters Canyon a short distance to the Portola Sidepath. We will return via Hicks Canyon and then reverse through Peters Canyon to end up at my house again. The ride is essentially flat and passes through some awesome scenery.
Click here to preview or download the route. We all stay together, and this is a "no drop" ride (no one gets left behind).
Brunch: I will have a delicious brunch for you and you don't need to bring a thing. I will be sure to have some vegan and gluten-free options, as well as juice, water, soft drinks, and mimosas.
Safety First:
Helmets are mandatory for all rides.
We will be observing standard bicycle safety rules, and whenever there are new riders, the host will give a short safety speech before we ride.
Tail lights are highly recommended when we are traveling on surface roads. We do this only for short segments on wide bike lanes.
Water bottles are important for hydration. You should rehydrate at least every 20 minutes.
Silver Spokes is a cycling group specifically designed for senior women who want to stay active on their bikes and socialize, while not aiming to go fast or long. Road bikes and e-bikes are welcome.
Silver Spokes was established in May 2024 and currently has over 100 members.
DISCLAIMER: GROUP ORGANIZER AND ASSISTANT ORGANIZERS ASSUME NO LIABILITY. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume ALL risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. By joining YOU take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives or members liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an 'AT WILL" basis.
- Bike the Bay: Cross the Coronado Bridge (25 miles)Needs location
San Diego's finest annual cycling event across the Coronado Bridge and around the bay! Ride from the comfort of your own saddle, at your own pace, on your own time. Proceeds from the Bike the Bay ride will benefit the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition (SDCBC), a non-profit organization dedicated to making bicycling better in San Diego.
Ride the bridge, Bike the Bay for the 18th annual ride on Sunday, August 24, 2025! Cruise around San Diego Bay and enjoy your only opportunity to ride across the San Diego Coronado Bay Bridge. This non-competitive community bike ride is for riders of all abilities and will take you on a scenic, and primarily flat ride, around the San Diego Bay via the Bayshore Bikeway. Along the way, riders will travel through the surrounding cities of Coronado, Imperial Beach, Chula Vista, and National City before finishing back at the start/finish line at Embarcadero Marina Park in downtown San Diego.
Not only will the scenic 25-mile route travel through all five of these very diverse communities but it will also allow riders their only opportunity of the year to ride over the beautiful Coronado Bay Bridge. All riders will return to San Diego for a post-ride festival with food, beverages, beer garden, and entertainment.
The Bike the Bay ride is a fun and non-competitive ride for cyclists of all abilities. We encourage the “go slow and say hello” model. The safety of all riders is our highest priority.
Cost: Registration through the event page is $81.13, but let's not register until we know we have a group and we are just a few weeks out from the event.
Getting There: It is possible to get to the event on time if you leave Orange County very early in the morning. We could also look into getting a VRBO or several hotel rooms.
Safety First:
Helmets are mandatory for all rides.
We will be observing standard bicycle safety rules, and whenever there are new riders, the host will give a short safety speech before we ride.Tail lights are highly recommended when we are traveling on surface roads. We do this only for short segments on wide bike lanes.
Water bottles are important for hydration. You should rehydrate at least every 20 minutes.Silver Spokes is a cycling group specifically designed for senior women who want to stay active on their bikes and socialize, while not aiming to go fast or long. Road bikes and e-bikes are welcome.
Silver Spokes was established in May, 2024 and is growing quickly.DISCLAIMER: GROUP ORGANIZER AND ASSISTANT ORGANIZERS ASSUME NO LIABILITY. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume ALL risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. By joining YOU take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives or members liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an 'AT WILL" basis.
- Long Beach Bike Tour Event: 18 milesNeeds location
Join the 18-mile Bike Tour! This UNTIMED, family-friendly event provides avid and leisure cyclists alike the opportunity to ride one of the most beautiful Bike Tours in Southern California. It is a safe, scenic, and fully closed 18-mile course. Be a part of the marathon weekend experience with all the perks. Enjoy the sights of Long Beach on the Bike Tour with your friends and family!
This event takes place in conjunction with the Long Beach Marathon, but the bikes go out early in the morning before the runners start.
E-bikes of all forms are prohibited on the Long Beach Bike Tour, so bring your road bike.
Start Time: The start time is 5:30 am, but please allow an extra hour to park and get to the start line.
Cost: Registration is $69, but let's wait to register until closer to the date. We will communicate in late summer and decide when to register. Here is the link to the event.
Your registration includes the following:
- Long Beach-themed finisher medal
- Premium event shirt
- Long Beach Marathon tote bag
- (1) complimentary beer at the Finish Festival
- Finish-area refreshments
It's still dark when we ride out, so consider putting a light on the front of your bike.
Safety First:
Helmets are mandatory for all rides.
Tail lights are highly recommended when we are traveling on surface roads. We do this only for short segments on wide bike lanes.
Water bottles are important for hydration. You should rehydrate at least every 20 minutes.
Silver Spokes is a cycling group specifically designed for senior women who want to stay active on their bikes and socialize, while not aiming to go fast or long. Road bikes and e-bikes are welcome.
Silver Spokes was established in May 2024 and now has 100 members.DISCLAIMER: GROUP ORGANIZER AND ASSISTANT ORGANIZERS ASSUME NO LIABILITY. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume ALL risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. By joining YOU take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives or members liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an 'AT WILL" basis.
