LHR (“Low Heart Rate Ride”)
The Low Heart Rate “LHR” Ride
The LHR Ride is a recovery ride designed to get some extra weekday miles while spending time with friends and practicing group riding skills. Routes are on flat to rolling terrain, 20-30 miles long, and intended to take about 2 hours. Join us every Thursday at 12 Noon at Summit Bicycles Palo Alto!
LHR Thursday 12/4/25 (route #20 The other Stanford back roads & northern side streets)
Welcome to the LHR ride
We are lucky to have plenty of sunshine before the rain catches up to us.
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #20 some different Stanford back road & northern side street.
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3427453729249939572
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 11/20/25 (route #4 PV Loop+)
Welcome to the LHR ride
It’s looking clear for this weeks LHR so we will be making up for last week by doing the PV Loop.
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
AV LHR route #4 PV Loop +
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3353960352149713742
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 11/13/25 (route #4 PV Loop +)
Welcome to the LHR ride
There is a high chance of rain. If that turns out to be the case I well be a NO-Show. We car do this ride the fallowing week.
Feel free to ride in the rain if that’s your thing!
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
AV LHR route #4 PV Loop +
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3353960352149713742
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 11/6/25 (route #18 LAH to Rancho & back
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
LAH to Rancho & back https://www.strava.com/routes/3353961431303957180
FYI - I have started the LHR club on STRAVA if you wish to join. Just search for Alto Velo - LHR in the view all clubs link.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Don’t forget to wear your garish socks
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:45 am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3353961431303957180
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes
Ride Leader: Eric
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 10/30/25 The Mansions & Shoreline tour (route #2)
Welcome to the LHR ride.
We are lucky enough to have continued sunshine.
start time is 12:00 noon
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #2 The Mansions & Shoreline tour
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3254651949343507230
Stats: ~25 mi, ~500 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 10/23/25 (route #12 Stanford & northern side streets)
Welcome to the LHR ride
There looks like plenty of sunshine still before the rain catches up to us.
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #12 Stanford & northern side street adventure
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3283474976404169316
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,100 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 10/16/25 (route #5)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
It is looking like the rain will subside after Wednesday. Yay!
AV LHR route #5 PV Loop with detours https://www.strava.com/routes/3264460742411811504
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Please review the ride rules as there is may good pointers for group riding @ https://www.new.altovelo.org/riding-etiquette
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
Don’t forget your garish socks!!!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:5am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link:https://www.strava.com/routes/3264460742411811504
Stats: ~26 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes
Ride Leader: Eric
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 10/9/25 (route #9) down LAH, Rancho & back LA side streets.
Welcome to the (Low Heart Rate) LHR ride.
Good weather is on our side so lets enjoy it while it lasts.
Start time is 12:00 noon
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Garish socks are not a requirement but encouraged.
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #9 Los Altos hills to Rancho then back Los Alto side streets
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3276659208596327588
Stats: ~26 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 10/2/25 (route #2) The Mansions & Shoreline tour
Welcome to the LHR ride.
There is a chance of light rain but I plane to be at the start regardless. If that changes we can always bail.
The new start time is 12:00 noon
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #2 The Mansions & Shoreline tour
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3254651949343507230
Stats: ~26 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 9/25/25 (route #13 Stanford & northern side streets)
Welcome to the LHR ride
We have run out of daylight so.
The new start time is 12:00 noon
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #13 Stanford & northern side streets
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3405607391096179646
Stats: ~26 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 9/18/25 (route #12 Stanford & northern side street adventure)
Welcome to the LHR ride
We have run out of daylight sooooo.
The new start time is 12:00 noon
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #12 Stanford & northern side street adventure
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3283474976404169316
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 9/11/25 (route #4 PV Loop +)
Welcome to the LHR ride
Unfortunately due to a scedualling conflict I have to move up the start time of the LHR a week earlier than anticipated.
We are running out of daylight anyhow.
The new start time is 12:00 noon
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on the flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
AV LHR route #4 PV Loop +
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3353960352149713742
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 9/4/24 (route #18)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
LAH to Rancho & back https://www.strava.com/routes/3353961431303957180
I have started the LHR club on STRAVA if you wish to join. Just search for Alto Velo - LHR in the view all clubs link.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Don’t forget to wear your garish socks
Time: Thursday, gather at 5:15pm. rolling by 5:30 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link:https://www.strava.com/routes/3353961431303957180
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes
Ride Leader: Eric
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 8/28/25 (route #15)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
AV LHR northern side streets route #15 https://www.strava.com/routes/3301763195008228124
We will be going one of my personal fav LHR’s, heading north via side streets to Emerald Hills.
I have started the LHR club on STRAVA if you wish to join. Just search for Alto Velo - LHR in the view all clubs link.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Don’t forget to wear your garish socks
Time: Thursday, gather at 5:15pm. rolling by 5:30 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link:https://www.strava.com/routes/3301763195008228124
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes
Ride Leader: Eric
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 8/21/25 (route #2) the mansions & shoreline tour.
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
This weeks ride is the flattest route in my arsenal so it should be quit chill.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
review the ride rules as there is may good pointers for group riding @ https://www.new.altovelo.org/riding-etiquette
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Don’t forget to wear your garish socks!!
AV LHR route #2 Mansions & Shoreline tour. https://www.strava.com/routes/3254651949343507230
Time: Thursday, gather at 5:15pm. rolling by 5:30 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3254651949343507230
Stats: ~27.5 mi, ~450 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes
Ride Leader: Eric
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 8/14/25 (route #14)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
Perfect for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills. The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
AV LHR route #14 slightly different version of the southern side street
Time: Thursday, gather at 5:15 pm. rolling by 5:30 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3287483376392503936
Stats: ~27 mi, ~1,250 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 8/7/25 (route #5)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
AV LHR route #5 PV Loop with detours https://www.strava.com/routes/3264460742411811504
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Please review the ride rules as there is may good pointers for group riding @ https://www.new.altovelo.org/riding-etiquette
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
Don’t forget your garish socks!!!
Time: Thursday, gather at 5:15pm. rolling by 5:30 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3264460742411811504
Stats: ~26 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes
Ride Leader: Eric
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 7/31/25 (route #19.1)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Please review the ride rules as there is may good pointers for group riding @ https://www.new.altovelo.org/riding-etiquette
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
Don’t forget your garish socks!!!
AV LHR route #19.1 North to Wellesley Park https://www.strava.com/routes/3385479737337417262
We will be exploring some norther roads before heading back south so please download the rout to help keep all of us on track.
Thank You
Time: Thursday, gather at 5:15pm. rolling by 5:30 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3385479737337417262
Stats: ~26 mi, ~900 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Peers Park, just down the street from California Ave.
Ride Leader: Eric
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 7/24/25 (route #18)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Please review the ride rules as there is may good pointers for group riding @ https://www.new.altovelo.org/riding-etiquette
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
Don’t forget to wear your garish socks!!
AV LHR route #18 LAH to Rancho & back https://www.strava.com/routes/3353961431303957180
There is a chance that I will not be able to attend the ride so if someone could volunteer for the role that would be great .
Time: Thursday, gather at 5:15pm. rolling by 5:30 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3353961431303957180
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes
Ride Leader: Eric
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.
LHR Thursday 7/17/25 (route #2)
Since I and it appears no one else attended last weeks LHR, this weeks will be a RE-DO.
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
A perfect ride for some low intensity miles, Get to know other AV riders & work on your group riding skills.
review the ride rules as there is may good pointers for group riding @ https://www.new.altovelo.org/riding-etiquette
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
New riders are welcome and encouraged!
Don’t forget to wear your garish socks!!
AV LHR route #2 Mansions & Shoreline tour. https://www.strava.com/routes/3254651949343507230
Time: Thursday, gather at 5:15pm. rolling by 5:30 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3254651949343507230
Stats: ~27.5 mi, ~450 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit Bikes
Ride Leader: Eric
________________________________________________
The AV C Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules (read them!).
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club.
The AV LHR Ride offers a Low Heart Rate/recovery ride at a moderate pace compared to other Alto Velo rides. Group riding skills & communication in a supportive controlled peloton are emphasized. We aim to keep the group together throughout the entire ride.