Cross-posting this fun event hosted by John Quinn. The Ventura Electric Light Parade.
Light-up your bike and join us for this special Halloween cruise to the sounds of Monster Mash and other haunting tunes as we roll. Costumes are welcome, or just be yourself. Do be mindful of long capes or fringe that could get caught in your tires.
We will be riding up to main street to toss out candy to the tick-or-treaters. Come prepared with a bag that you can put on your handlebars filled with candy. It so much fun for these kiddos to see our colorful bikes roll up and discover we are tossing out candy!
These rides are a “cruise” at a leisurely pace, along the beach. A sunset ride out and a night ride on the way back! The pace is so relaxing (slow), you might want to bring your “analog” bike instead.
- Boom boxes are pulled by the leader (John Quinn) and the sweep (Thomas Healy). The playlist is pretty cool and sometimes pumping music!
- This event belongs to “Ventura Electric Light Parade” and we are cross-posting this – so we’ll be guests on this ride.
GET LIT!
- Decorate your bike with lights galore. It’s not just pretty but helps with safety on the road. You can find lights on Amazon. I’m sure it’s the start of a new obsession!
- I suggest putting lights on your bike the day before, as it can take time to get them on just right.
Here is John’s event page:
Here’s a video of a past ride:
https://fb.watch/CdM4LD082B/
THE START / END TIME DESCRIPTION.
📍 Meet at Beach House Tacos on the Ventura Pier by 5:45 PM
⏰ Parade rolls out at 6:00 PM
Meet at 5:00 if you would like to have a pre-ride dinner at Beach House Tacos.
MILEAGE: 20 MILES
- Most riders are “analog” so between 8-10mph (slo-o-o-ow)
- E-bikes are welcome!
BE PREPARED
Important: This is a night ride. Be sure to have a working headlight and tail light on your bike.
- Candy for the trick-or-treaters.
- Light-up your bike!
- Costume – Encouraged, but optional.
- Make sure you come prepared with tools to change a flat or add air to a tire.
- Being by the beach and evening, dress in layers.
- Water, of course!
- Helmet
LOCATION / ADDRESS MEETUP
PARKING
Parking structure next to the pier. https://maps.app.goo.gl/eiG3xAzsRnP17uTt6
$2 per hour/$10 max. Beach House Tacos offers 2-hour validation if you are eating there. (Bring your ticket)
*If the attendant has left for the evening, you are free to go without paying. 😉
DISCLAIMER & SAFETY NOTICE – Group Bike Ride
By participating in this ride—or any event I organize—YOU voluntarily assume all risks associated with outdoor activity, including but not limited to injury, illness, equipment failure, road hazards, weather and possible vehicle/bike — bike/bike — accidents.
You agree to release me, the organizer, from any and all liability, claims, or demands arising from participation. I am not a certified outdoor, fitness or biking guide, and you are solely responsible for your personal safety and preparedness.
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