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2025 BAY RIDE JERSEY
Each year we work with local artists, creating a new vision for the year ahead. We are so grateful and impressed with Kenton Hoppas work this year; it's stunning!
Meet Our Mascot
The Star Riders
Meet The Star Riders, our cosmic cycling duo. These legendary bike messengers emerged from the gritty streets and starlit skies, embodying the soul of urban cycling.
Up top is “Star Gazer" Viola, the philosophical rider who finds guidance in the constellations above our urban canyons. Known for pausing mid-route to contemplate the cosmos, this vegan visionary floats through traffic with otherworldly grace. While others see street signs, Viola reads the stars, making her delivery routes look more like astral navigation.
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Below is "Track Star" James, the velocity demon whose wit is as sharp as his track bike's handling. Despite maintaining a fleet of beloved but battle-worn bikes, James proves that spirit and skill matter more than fancy gear. His decade as a messenger taught him that the best jokes are delivered deadpan and the best sprints are delivered at the velodrome.
Together, these cosmic companions represent everything The Bay Ride celebrates: the perfect fusion of grit and whimsy, speed and contemplation, earth and sky. They remind us that every rider, whether racing through alleyways or gazing at the stars, is part of something bigger than themselves.​
Frequently Asked Questions
​What's the difference between the two routes?
The 40 mile route starts at the Ferry Building in San Francisco and ends at the Oakland Sprouts Market, 3035 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94611 There are plenty of public transport options to bring you back to the Ferry Building in San Francisco.
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The 135 mile route also starts at the Ferry Building in San Francisco and follows the same route to Oakland as the 40 mile ride, then continuing on through the East Bay, Peninsula, and then back to San Francisco.
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I've never gone this far! Are you sure I can do this?
Cyclists who take part in The Bay Ride experience what Outward Bound students discover along their journeys: There is more in them than they know, with 68% of our riders cycling farther than they ever have before. Whether you've never ridden 40 miles or have done a century but 135 miles seems a bit too far, YOU CAN DO THIS! We have created training plans for both routes and we encourage you to reach out to info@livethebay.org for any questions or concerns.
What If I want to go farther than 40 miles? Is the cost the same for the different routes?
YES! We purposefully have designed these routes to be identical for the first 40 miles so that should you want to keep going, there is no added cost or logistics to sign up for - just keeping riding! We encourage everyone to push themselves and make the next aid station.
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What kind of support is offered? Are there aid stations? Are there cutoff times?
We are here to support you on your journey including a ride coordinator, two SAG cars, and four aid stations.
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There will be several aid stations along the route, offering bathrooms, water, and snacks. Please be mindful of cut off times.
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Aid Station #1, Cut off 12pm
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Oakland Sprouts Market, mile 40, 3035 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94611
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Aid Station #2: Cut off 3pm
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Newark Sprouts Market, mile 65, 6399 Jarvis Ave, Newark, CA 94560
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Aid Station #3: Cut off 5pm
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San Jose, Target, mile 80, 95 Holger Way, San Jose, CA 95134
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Aid Station #4: Cut off 7pm
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Woodside, Roberts Market, mile 105, 3015 Woodside Rd, Woodside, CA 94062
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Finish Line: Cut off 10pm
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Ferry Building Gotts Roadside, mile 135!, 1 Ferry Building, San Francisco, CA 94105
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Do you offer bike rentals for this event?
Yes, we do! We have partnered with Unlimited Biking and use BayRide20 for 20% off!
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What are the start times? Can I start early?
Although the formal start time is 7am for both 40-mile and 135-mile routes, riders are welcome to start as early as they would like.
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Are ebikes allowed?
Yes, ebikes are welcome!
How do I get back to San Francisco from Oakland?
From the Oakland rest stop there are plenty of options back to the Ferry Building in San Francisco including BART, buses, and the Jack London Ferry.
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Are there public transport options along the route should I need it?
We have designed the route to always be within 10 minutes of public transport, including buses, ferries, BART and Caltrain.
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Where should I park in San Francisco?
We recommend parking at the Impark Bayside Lot #26:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pj7oT9jK4Nw6187H9
Which size of the jersey should I order?
For several years we have been proud to partner with Primal for our jerseys. Their sizing chart is a good place to start, and for more information check out the Men's Short Sleeve Prisma Jersey product page.
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HOW IT ALL BEGAN
THE STORY
A few friends had a crazy idea...
In 2014, a few friends came up with a crazy idea...what if we could bike around the entire Bay Area? How long would that take? How many miles would it be? Was it even possible? From that idea and the desire to change lives through challenge and the discovery of the beauty of the outdoors, a new event was born: The Bay Ride, a one-of-a-kind 135 mile ride celebrating the diverse landscape of the Bay Area, from San Francisco to Marin, the East Bay and the Peninsula, concluding at the iconic ferry building in the heart of the city.
Over the last eleven years, The Bay Ride has grown in ridership and influence, forming the non-profit LiveTheBay.org, with a passion for strong community and connection to the wonder of our Bay Area.
