Cheryl, BarbaraB, BarbaraL and I rode to the Sacramento Amtrak station and took an early train to Richmond.
It was a 1 1/2-hour train ride, but it went by quickly. It was easy getting from the train to the starting point of the ride. A short distance to the Richmond Greenway, then well-marked and protected bikeways which led to accessing the bridge.
5.5 miles long, about 184 feet of climbing in a dedicated lane for two-way traffic on the top deck.
To the left: San Quentin.
On the San Rafael side, it was easy and safe to navigate Sir Francis Drake Blvd as we made our way to Larkspur Landing for lunch.
Back to the train, which was typically late, and a ride back to N Natomas. A 40-mile day with three long rest breaks.
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