It’s getting hot and that sweet hydration mix in your bottles is a great medium for bacteria as we get into the summer months. Remember to regularly clean your water bottles – remove the parts of the cap if possible and soak in dishwater, scrub with a bottle brush, then rinse thoroughly. If you have… Read More »Keep your bottles clean!
Family Bike & Camp Adventure: Davis to Lake Solano, June 20–21, 2026 All youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult Join us for a relaxed, family-friendly overnight cycling adventure from Davis to Lake Solano Park. This guided trip blends biking, camping, nature exploration, and community connection—perfect for riders of all ages and experience… Read More »Lake Solano Tour
As the weather warms and sunrise comes earlier, the calendar has been adjusted starting the week of May 25, with most rides starting one hour earlier. Most rides will start at 8am. Check the ride calendar for your particular ride start time.
If you are looking for an organized ride, here are a few sites that list upcoming events:
Stevenson Bridge, located on the Solano-Yolo county line about halfway between Davis and Winters is a favorite, low traffic cycling route between Davis and Winters, as well as between the west side of Davis and other areas of Solano County including Vacaville. The closure of the bridge for up to seven months in 2026 is… Read More »Stevenson Bridge closed beginning May 1
Experience the Bay Area on two wheels! This three-day cycling adventure combines scenic waterfront rides, iconic bridges, historic Richmond attractions, and community-focused wellness rides.
Reservations for the 2027 Etna tour over Memorial Day Weekend is tentatively planned for May 28-31, 2027 2026 MOTEL RATES: $89+ tax for up to two people occupying the room each night. Additional per person non-refundable tour charge to reserve your room. Make your check payable to: Davis Bike Club, c/o M. Tebbutt, 2110… Read More »Etna Tour 2027
For casual club rides, paceline riders should keep a 2 – 3 foot gap between their front wheel and the rear wheel of the rider ahead. Novice riders should err closer to 3 feet for added safety, while more experienced and faster riders can maintain a 1 – 2 foot gap to optimize drafting while staying safe. In all cases, do not… Read More »Maintaining Safe Following Distances on Casual Club Rides
This article is an except from Jean’s monthly “At the Pond” feature in the Davis Enterprise, published on Nov. 2, 2025. Arcata, six hours to the north, was our latest pond nature adventure. We went on a superb, three-day active vacation that rivaled every exotic vacation I’ve ever been on. And this was inexpensive. My… Read More »Jean Jackman’s review of Humboldt County tour
Here are some cold weather cycling tips to help you make your rides comfortable and safe, distilled from a chat with Al Rowland, a DBC member with 35 years of experience in the bike / cycling clothing industry Consider the conditions for your ride: Manage your heat loss Manage your comfort as you ride The… Read More »Cold Weather Cycling Tips