AV-B Ride May 10th, 2025: UPDATED! Mt. Eden - Bohlman to Montevina - Lexington Loop

Written By Alto Velo

AV-Ber’s,

Tired of the same old climbs? OLH, Page Mill, Kings every week? Okay, we are very blessed to have those climbs in our backyard and they’ll never get old. But how about something different this week! We’ll make our way down Foothill, up Mt. Eden and Pierce, and then tackle Bohlman Road! It is steeper than our Portola Valley regulars so bring your granny gear. On the plus side it’s well-shaded for Saturday’s heat!

After a good suggestion from a fearless leader, we have updated the route and will NOT be descending Bohlman. It’s just too steep to descend in a large group safely. Instead, we will ride the 1-mile gravel connection across the ridge (very doable in any road bike) and descend Montevina’s gorgeous twisties! We’ll loop all the way around Lexington Reservoir’s rollers and stop at Summit Bikes Los Gatos to rehydrate. On the way back we’ll take Pierce to Eden the hidden way and then “B-line” it home. It will be warm so bring 2 bottles. Looking forward to seeing everyone again!

Non-members are always welcome, but please complete the waiver once a year.

Please make sure to familiarize yourself with the ride rules as well.


Ride Leader
Kessler

Start / End Location
Start and Finish at Summit Bicycles, 392 California Ave, Palo Alto

Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50678403
60 miles, 5,300 feet

Start Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:12 AM

Regroups

  • Mountain Winery gate

  • Top of Bohlman before gravel

  • Water/bathroom stop at Summit Bikes Los Gatos (mile 37)

  • After Stevens Creek Canyon

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