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 3/5/26 (route #19.1) north to Wellesley Park
Welcome to this weeks SUNNY LHR
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 add a bit of fun.
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
I was out sick last time this route was done so I am posting it again.
LHR route #19.1 North to Wellesley Park then back Emerald Hills & De Las Lulgas/Stanford
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3386223386186411636
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ The Farm
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
P.S. AV Videos!!!
https://vimeo.com/showcase/11734046?fl=so&fe=fs
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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 2/26/26 (route #17 LAH meanderings)
Welcome to the LHR ride.
Looks like the roads will be dry after the rain.
Since last week got rained out we will do last weeks route.
We will be heading south to Ranch San Antonio via LOH there & back with only a short distance on Foothill.
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 required (but no really ;) )
P.S
I hear it will be someones 60th birthday? Singing “Happy Birthday” on the LHR is strictly forbidden! However a punch in the shoulder by an older sibling is allowed.
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #17 Los Alto Hills meanderings
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3276668479015604698
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,200 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes or The Farm.
Ride Leader: Ed
________________________________________________
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 2/19/26 (route #17 LAH meanderings)
Welcome to the LHR ride.
Looks like there may be some rain.
I will be out of town Thursday & Ed has vollentered to lead the group.
If the forecast gets worse, Ed may skip the ride also.
The LHR really doesn’t need a leader so just organize yourselves & keep it chill.
We will be heading south to Ranch San Antonio via LOH there & back with only a short distance on Foothill.
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 required (but no really ;) )
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #17 Los Alto Hills meanderings
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3276668479015604698
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,200 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes or The Farm.
Ride Leader: Ed
________________________________________________
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 2/12/26 (route #19.1) north to Wellesley Park
LHR Ride between storms. We should have dry roads & even some sun!!!
I am feeling under the weather still so i’m on the fence for makeing the ride.
The LHR really doesn’t need a leader so just organize yourselves & keep it chill.
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 add to the fun.
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #19.1 North to Wellesley Park then back Emerald Hills & De Las Lulgas/Stanford
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3386223386186411636
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,000 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ The Farm
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
P.S. AV Videos!!!
https://vimeo.com/showcase/11734046?fl=so&fe=fs
________________________________________________
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 2/5/26, Down LAH, Rancho & back LA side streets (route #9)
Welcome to the (Low Heart Rate) LHR ride.
I am feeling under the weather so most likely will not make the ride.
The LHR really doesn’t need a leader so just organize yourselves & keep it chill.
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 @ The Farm
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 1/29/26 (route #5, PV loop with detours)
Come join the Low Heart Rate (LHR) ride.
It is looking like it will be a sunny day!!!
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!
The pace will be approximately 15 mph on flat roads.
P.S. watch some AV videos, click here:
https://vimeo.com/showcase/11734046?fl=so&fe=fs
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. 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 @ The Farm
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 1/22/26 route #12 Stanford & northern side street adventure.
Welcome to the 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 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: ~26 mi, ~1,100 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ The Farm
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
P.S. Garish socks are welcome
________________________________________________
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 1/15/26 Foothill south & back LAH (route #6)
Welcome to the LHR ride
More dry but chilly weather this thursday.
We are heading south down Foothill & back Los Alto Hills with some extra bits through Stanford.
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 #6 out Foothill, Back LAH
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3264469273116919486
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,300 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ The Farm
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
PS. don’t forger your garish socks ;)
________________________________________________
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 1/8/26 reversed Mansions & Shoreline tour (route #21)
Welcome to the first LHR ride of 2026!!!
We are lucky enough to have dry weather this thursday.
Reversal of fortunes, we are heading north through the mansions in the opposite direction then off to Shorline.
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 #21 the reversed version of the Mansions & Shoreline tour
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3443320095535303960
Stats: ~25 mi, ~500 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes or The Farm
Ride Leader: Eric Forster
PS. don’t forger your garish socks ;)
________________________________________________
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 12/11/25 (route #17 LAH meanderings)
Welcome to the LHR ride
We will be heading south to Ranch San Antonio via LOH there & back with only a short distance on Foothill.
It will be sunny all be it cold for this weeks LHR.
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 required (but no really)
Time: Thursday, gather at 11:50am. rolling by 12:00 pm
Start: Summit Bicycles
LHR route #17 Los Alto Hills meanderings
Route Link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3276668479015604698
Stats: ~25 mi, ~1,200 ft, ~2 hrs
Finish @ Summit bikes or The Farm?
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 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.