Here’s the rundown of this week’s rides. Tuesday Night Ride this week we headed to “Comm Hill Jr.” Camden Hill. It’s hard to find hills to bomb but we know where to find them. We’ll mash down Meridian to make it to Park Station Hashery before they close for the night. Thursday Night Social weContinue reading “Rides This Week 10.26.20”
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Battle Cat 2020 Recap
The canopy was blue and clear and the few gentle clouds that came to see the pre-race soon left the scene. It was forecasted to be a 73° clear day in the 408. The Plaza at Cesar Chavez Park gives a clear view to watch as riders arrive from all compass directions. We showed upContinue reading “Battle Cat 2020 Recap”
Battle Cat Sponsor Feature: San Jose Bicycles
Business/Brand: San José Bicycles Website: https://www.sjbikeshop.com/ IG: @sanjosebicycles Mission: Since 2012, San Jose Bicycles has offered new bikes, parts and accessories, and repair service. Guaranteed satisfaction on all bicycle repair work! One block East of the Santa Clara Fairgrounds on Tully Road, and around the corner from Costco. We love to ride, just like you!Continue reading “Battle Cat Sponsor Feature: San Jose Bicycles”
Battle Cat Sponsor Feature: Park Station Hashery, Jack’s Bar & JTown Pizza
Business/Brand: Park Station Hashery Website: parkstationhashery.com IG: @parkstationhashery Mission: Friendly casual neighborhood restaurant serving fresh, flavorful foods with excellent wines and hand selected craft beers – “A different kind of eatery for everyday life.” – Park Station Hashery Why did you chose to support SJF? Park Station Hashery believes in supporting the cycling community ofContinue reading “Battle Cat Sponsor Feature: Park Station Hashery, Jack’s Bar & JTown Pizza”
Battle Cat Race Shirt Sponsorship Letter
OVERVIEW I’m writing to you on behalf of a group of riders called San José Fixed Gear, founded 14 years ago by fixed gear riders who live, eat and breathe in the South Bay. We primarily ride bikes with a fixed gear, bikes with a drivetrain that have no free-wheel mechanism. The fixed-gear bicycle isContinue reading “Battle Cat Race Shirt Sponsorship Letter”
Battle Cat Sponsor Feature: Castelli Cycling
Business/Brand: Castelli Cycling Website: https://www.castelli-cycling.com/us IG: @castellicycling Mission: Since 1876, Castelli has been the tailor for cycling champions. It’s single-minded obsession is to make the most innovative clothing for the cyclist seeking maximum performance. Why did you chose to support SJF? Castelli USA is dedicating a portion of it’s yearly budget to support local groupsContinue reading “Battle Cat Sponsor Feature: Castelli Cycling”
Rides This Week 10.12.20
Here’s the rundown of this week’s rides. Tuesday Night Ride this week we will head to Los Gatos via a cool windy but fun route via Dry Creek Rd. It’s not well lit so please invest in some lights because rides will be later and darker. We’ll mash down Winchester to make it to ParkContinue reading “Rides This Week 10.12.20”
SJF Battle Cat Alleycat 10.24.20
On Saturday October 24, 2020 San Jose Fixed Gear presents the Battle Cat alleycat race. Registration begins at 11am at the Plaza de César Chávez. Race begins at 12noon. Race ends at 3pm with prizes and raffle to follow. Fixed Gear/ Single Speed bikes only. $10 entry fee. This will be a traditional alleycat raceContinue reading “SJF Battle Cat Alleycat 10.24.20”
Quick Clips + YouTube Opening
Here are some mini-clips from this week’s rides. Plus I just opened a proper YouTube channel for all your sharing purposes. If you are interested in putting some edits together for SJFixed, drop tanner@sjixed.org a message. We’ll make it happen. Enjoy and come ride!
Rides This Week: 10.5.20
Here’s the rundown of this week’s rides. Tuesday Night Ride this week features two nice overlooks of the city. Yerba Buena is fun climb and descent and Fowler is like a long driveway with a nice view at the top. We will take Capitol Expressway back so please make sure you bring your lights! I’dContinue reading “Rides This Week: 10.5.20”