November 13th 2025 MST
Temperatures are forecast to be in the mid-teens this weekend but should be free from rain.*Jonanjima Sunday 16th November*Start at the Grand Hyatt in Roppongi Hills at 11:00 a.m. for another easy 35-km loop out to a little beach park across from Haneda Airport (Jonanjima Seaside Park - 城南島海浜公園). Please bring an eco-bag for your convenience store lunch. Back by 2:00 or so. Weather looks a bit chilly so layer up.Items to bring: Helmet, eco-bagDistance: 35kmRide Leader: James WeeMobile: 090-2874-4848 (CALL ...Continue Reading
November 6th 2025 MST
Temperatures are dropping and are forecast to be in the mid-teens this weekend, so riders will need to dress accordingly. Unfortunately, Sunday is looking a bit wet.*Odaiba Saturday 8th November*Start at the Grand Hyatt in Roppongi Hills at 11:00 a.m. for a 30-km ride out to the magical island in the bay. Lunch at Ehukai beach cafe. Back by around 2:30. This ride is suitable for beginners.Items to bring: HelmetDistance: 30kmRide Leader: James WeeMobile: 090-2874-4848 (CALL not message!)Email: sw08023jp - atmark -&n ...Continue Reading
October 31st 2025 MST
Additional ride from Frank,I would like to lead a Tama loop ride from the _Hyatt Roppongi 11am on this Sunday November 2nd_. A little detour from usual will be a stop at Torch bakery ( cos there is no Optional Bakery/ Santa 🧑🎄). A plus of Torch Bakery is outside covered seating for about 10-15 folks & more than ample bike parking. Not to mention rather delicious bakery food. Then will go back to Hinode dori & continue on traditional HFC route.https://maps.app.goo.gl/y5GK5xZYCona2MyV8?g_st=ilIn short 2 routes f ...Continue Reading
October 30th 2025 MST
There is a possibility of showers on Saturday afternoon, so we are not scheduling any ride for that day, BUT Sunday is forecast to be dry with a high of 20 Celsius. James has once again stepped up to take us to the beach. Riders might want to pack an autumn jacket to be on the safe side.Sunday 2nd November, Jonan Jima *Start at the Hyatt at 11:00 for another easy 35-km loop out to a little beach park across from Haneda Airport. Please bring an eco-bag for your convenience store lunch. Back by 2:00 or so.Items to br ...Continue Reading
October 24th 2025 MST
DEAR BIKERS NO RIDES THIS WEEKEND☹ Sad to declare that the weather on both days Tokyo is hit with rain.While I do not mind getting rained on during the ride, it sucks to start wet. Hope the weather gets better next week.Till then, James -- Thank you for being on our list. You can Unsubscribe at any time. ...Continue Reading
October 15th 2025 MST
*WHEN IT’S**25-26**DEGREES*…it’s simply a pleasure to go for a bike ride so I’m looking at a pair of easy beginners’ rides, to Odaiba and Jonan. Use sunscreen!*Saturday Odaiba*Start at the Grand Hyatt in Roppongi Hills at 11:00 a.m. for a 30-km ride out to the magical island in the bay for a brew or two on the beach. Beach bar lunch. Back by around 2:00Items to bring: HelmetDistance: 30kmRide Leader : James WeeMobile: 090-2874-4848Email: sw08023jp - atmark - yahoo.co.jp+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ...Continue Reading
October 10th 2025 MST
Dear bikers, Unfortunately, autumn comes with rain showers, so this (long weekend) we can only offer a quick ride to Jonanjima on Sunday.*Start at the Grand Hyatt at Roppongi Hills at 11:00 a.m. for a 30-km jaunt to our usual spot to watch the planes fly by. Back by 3:00 at the latest. *Starting point: Grand Hyatt RoppongiStarting time: Sunday 12-OCT-2025, 1100JST (15min max wait time)Pace: slow. Flat terrain. beginners pace (averaging 18km/h)Items to bring: *Helmet, **Rain Poncho, Eco-bag*Dista ...Continue Reading
October 6th 2025 MST
*Monthly Pink Cow Gathering October 8*Mark your calendars for October 8th, the second Wednesday of the month, when Half-Fasters traditionally descend on The Pink Cow to savour burritos, sip beverages, and talk about bikes and the other important things in life. We start around 7:00 and leave when we run out of wine or interesting conversation.For those who haven't been, directions are on the website, https://www.thepinkcow.com/ -- Thank you for being on our list. You can Unsubscribe ...Continue Reading
October 2nd 2025 MST
*SUNDAY EVENING LANTERN RIDE TO ODAIBA*****Subject: 30km evening ride to Odaiba to see the launch of the paper lanterns (see above) and of course grab Emi-chan's cuisineat the cafe overlooking the bay. mmmm...CHICKEN!Ride leader: James WeeDate: 5-OCT-2025, SundayDeparture place: Start at the Grand Hyatt in Roppongi HillsDeparture Time: 17.00 JST Weather: Forecast between 24 and 26 Celsius with rain showers, but check on the dayAttire: Layers, and pack a rain poncho/rain jacket just in caseContact: sw08023jp@PR ...Continue Reading
September 25th 2025 MST
*MY*LAST**RIDE***with you guys... until January. Heading off Stateside next week to spend a few months in my supercamper and some time with my family. Maybe the occasional anti-Trump rally. In my absence, James and Paul will be sending out the weekly ride notices. Mike (Il Padrino) is our webmaster. Remember, anyone can lead a ride; just send the details (distance, difficulty, elevation, start/end times and locations, and, most importantly, beer stops) to James and Paul by Thursday of each week for inclus ...Continue Reading
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