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{{Ride location next ride|Date= Saturday June 12, 2010|Time=12 noon|Location=Meet near the large fountain in [http://www.sfbikeride.org/ Justin Herman Plaza]. See details below.}}
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[[File:600px_2025_NEW_UPDATED_@sfwnbr_-WNBRsf2025_BANNER.jpg]]
  
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==Ride details==
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==SPRING #EarthDay World Naked Bike Ride & AfterParty @SFWNBR==
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[[Image:Justin_Herman_Plaza_Map.jpg|right|360px|Where we are meeting]]
 
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===Assembly Area===
 
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The assembly area has been moved again this year but only a little.  A family-oriented theatre production in a large tent was recently erected adjacent to last year's ride assembly area. Therefore, the ride assembly area has been moved to another side of the same fountain where we will be less visible to families attending the show. See the map on the right.
 
  
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===Schedule===
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'''The Upcoming Calendar of Seasonal San Francisco World Naked Bike Rides''' presents the funnest opportunity to ProTest to Save Our Planet — in #ThePureSuitOfHappiness ( #BareAsYouDare ). As the San Francisco Chronicle “covered” us in 2024 & noted: [https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/naked-bike-ride-sf-18659586.php/ '''“Nudism is Freedom!”''' ]
  
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*'''12 noon''': Gather. Self safety-inspections. Group consensus on route details. Bike/body decoration (Professional body painting provided).
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* Winter: '''Saturday February 15 2025''' ( Love Parade Ride&AfterParty ) Route/Map : [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49435539 ridewithgps.com/routes/'''49435539''' ] an 8.5miles Circuit with [https://www.youtube.com/@nudeactivism/shorts/'''OPTIONAL Scenic Route Detour, 21.6miles GiGiBridge Xing & Battery Spencer, Circuit'''].
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*'''1 pm''': Ride starts
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* Spring: '''Saturday April 19 2025''' ( Earth Day Ride&AfterParty)
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*'''5 pm''' (approx): Ride finishes back where it started.
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* Spring: '''Saturday May 17 2025''' ( “BARE” to Breakers Weekenders’ Ride&AfterParty )
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* Autumn: '''Saturday September 27 2025''' ( post-Equinox & pre-Folsom Ride&AfterParty )
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[[File:Wiki sm 12x18 Fabio Benê fabiobene.studio SFWNBR WNBRsf2025 EarthDay Poster b naked-2.jpg]]
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday 19 April 2025|Time=11:00am GATHERING, 12pm/Noon START|Location=Rincon “Cupid’s Arrow” Park, The Embarcadero & Folsom Street}}
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Ride with GPS interactive Route/Map : [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49435539 ridewithgps.com/routes/'''49435539''' ] an 8.5miles Circuit with [https://www.youtube.com/@nudeactivism/shorts/'''OPTIONAL Scenic Route Detour, 21.6miles GiGiBridge Xing & Battery Spencer, Circuit'''].
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When riding to & from The Haight & The Panhandle, we always follow [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wiggle The Wiggle, which minimizes the grade of the inclines].
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[[File:600px_SFWNBR_The_Embarcadero_Rincon_Park_San_Francisco_Bay_Bridge.jpg]]
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'''IF Weather & Winds are conducive,''' There will be an '''OPTIONAL Detour,''' for those interested, in an extended '''Golden Gate Bridge Xing & up to the spectacular scenic overlook of the City from Battery Spencer''' & The Marin Headlands ( Note: This detour includes two short but challenging hills, some WNBRists may choose to walk instead of pedal ) for this & or upcoming Rides.
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[[File:2025 GiGiBrideXingDetour WedemeyerSt RouteMap promos WNBRsf2025.b.jpeg]]
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[[File:2025 GiGiBrideXingDetour ConzelmanRd RouteMap promos WNBRsf2025.c.jpeg]]
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[[File:600px_NEW_WNBRsf2025_promos_LessGasMoreAss_CityHall.jpeg]]
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OPTIONAL '''GiGiBridge Xing''' & breathtaking SF City Vista from '''Battery Spencer'''
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[[File:2025 GiGiBrideXingDetour RouteMap promos WNBRsf2025.a1.jpeg]]
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==WNBRist Prep 101==
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Please be certain that your Bicycle ( or other wheels ) are in good/solid condition & fully tuned up ( or fully charged if using a e-bike/e-scooter ). If your are unsure, please bring your horse to your local bike shop well in advance.  
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The expert ( & often humorous! ) Bike Surgeons at Market Street Cycles — 1592 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 255-2453 — is one of our many WNBRist & #NudistWelcomingMerchants; so, if so inclined, please “vote with your dollars” & support business owners who support you/us ( economics drive change more than elections or politicians )!
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[[File:600px_MarketStCycles_Flasher_BikeSurgeon_EarthDay_San_Francisco_WNBRsf2023.JPG]]
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==@SFWNBR Ride & AfterParty==
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Many WNBRists enjoy the opportunity to patronize our many '''#NudistWelcomingMerchants*''', in #ThePureSuitOfHappiness. It is one of the many iconic features of the San Francisco World Naked Bike Ride that is unlike any other in Western Civilisation. A full updated list will be made available on the day of the Ride along with the Route/Map for those interested in this unique Experience.
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*'''IMPORTANT NOTE :''' Per @SFBos(ses)’ / CityHall codes — & customary to most Naturist resort rules — Nudists MUST use 
a “barrier” ( eg: folded clothing ) when seated on 
any public or commercial surface that is not Your own Private Property ( eg: Your bike ). Thank You.
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[[File:600px 2025 SFWNBR Shops & Bolt WNBRsf2025 Handout B Side.jpg]]
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Our annual AfterParty host, '''GyroXpress''', 499 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114 ( on the corner of Castro & 18th Street, Open 10am to 1am) — ( another favorite everyday #NudistWelcomingMerchants — not simply for @SFWNBR or special events — “EVERY SINGLE DAY/365” )* — welcomes you to order in advance from their delicious menu & enjoy dine in service ( Nude* ) :  (415) 554-035. Many of our other local #NudistWelcomingMerchants* happily provide to-to/take-out options.
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[[File:GyroXpress_Castro_and_18th_St.JPG]]
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'''GyroXpress''' welcomes you to place your orders in advance from their delicious Mediterranean [https://gayroxpress.square.site/s/order?location=11ea6eee24855e9d91230cc47a2b63cc&menu=#29/ '''Menu'''].
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[[File:600px HaightSt CantataCoffeeCo NudistWelcomingMerchants a.JPG]]
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'''Cantata Coffee Co.''' ( everyday #NudistWelcomingMerchants — not simply for @SFWNBR or special events — “EVERY SINGLE DAY/365” ), 1708 Haight St, San Francisco, CA 94117.
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[[File:600px HaightSt CantataCoffeeCo NudistWelcomingMerchants b.JPG]]
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[[File:600px HaightSt CantataCoffeeCo NudistWelcomingMerchants c.JPG]]
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==Previous Route Map ( Saturday 28 September 2024 for reference sake )==
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[https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47303200 Ride with GPS route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47303200]
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[[File:Sat 28 September -Equinox -FolsomSF -WNBRsf2024 San Francisco RouteMap.jpg]]
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==Previous WNBR SF 2024 Calendar==
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* Winter: '''Saturday 10 February 2024''' (Love Parade Ride&AfterParty)
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* Spring: '''Saturday 20 April 2024''' (Earth Day Ride&AfterParty)
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* Spring: '''Saturday 18 May 2024''' (Bay to Breakers Weekenders’ Ride&AfterParty)
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* Summer: '''Saturday 8 June 2024''' ([[:Category:Northern_hemisphere_ride_locations|WNBR Northern hemisphere Ride&AfterParty]])
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* Autumn: '''Saturday 28 September 2024''' (Fall Equinox & Folsom Ride&AfterParty)
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All San Francisco World Naked Bike Rides will begin at:<br>
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Location: '''[https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/32862802#map=17/37.79122/-122.38961&layers=Y Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)]'''<br>
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Time: '''11am Gathering''' | '''12pm/Noon Start'''
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[[File:Sat 28 September Equinox FolsomSF WNBRsf2024 AD sq.png]]
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{{Ride location previous ride|Date=Saturday September 28 2024|Time=11am Gathering, 12pm/Noon Start|Location=[https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/32862802#map=17/37.79122/-122.38961&layers=Y Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)]}}
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{{Ride location previous ride|Date=Saturday June 8 2024|Time=11am Gathering, 12pm/Noon Start|Location=[https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/32862802#map=17/37.79122/-122.38961&layers=Y Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)]}}
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{{Ride location previous ride|Date=Saturday May 18 2024|Time=11am Gathering, 12pm/Noon Start|Location=[https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/32862802#map=17/37.79122/-122.38961&layers=Y Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)]}}
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{{Ride location previous ride|Date=Saturday April 20 2024|Time=11am Gathering, 12pm/Noon Start|Location=[https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/32862802#map=17/37.79122/-122.38961&layers=Y Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)]}}
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{{Ride location previous ride|Date=Saturday February 10 2024|Time=11am Gathering, 12pm/Noon Start|Location=[https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/32862802#map=17/37.79122/-122.38961&layers=Y Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)]}}
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==Media Coverage==
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'''Media Coverage'''
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* [https://momentummag.com/less-gas-more-ass-a-guide-to-the-world-naked-bike-ride/ Less Gas More Ass: A Guide to the World Naked Bike Ride | Momentum ( Recreational Bicycling Mag ) | 29 June 2024]
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[[File:Sm 2024 @SFWNBR @MomentumMag @NaturistSociety promo San Francisco.jpeg|left|500px ]]
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* [https://sfstandard.com/2024/04/21/best-day-ever-420-stud-swift/ San Francisco best day ever in photos: See 420, Swifties, nudists | The SF Standard | 21 April 2024]
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[[File:Photos by Gina Castro Saturday 21 April 2024 for The San Francisco Standard media.gif|left|500px ]]
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* [https://www.kqed.org/arts/13955410/world-naked-bike-ride-2024-where-to-meet-420-dress-code/ The World Naked Bike Ride Is Happening on 4/20 in San Francisco | KQED | 8 April 2024]
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** [https://archive.is/20240501174610/https://sfstandard.com/2024/04/21/best-day-ever-420-stud-swift/ Archive]
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* [https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/naked-bike-ride-sf-18659586.php 'Nudism is freedom': Naked cyclists take to San Francisco's streets | San Francisco Chronicle | 10 February 2024]
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[[File:Sat 10 Feb 2024 RicHard San Francisco LoveParade WNBRSF danielle echeverria sfchronicle.com media.png|left|500px|]]
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==The WNBR Basics==
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*'''11:00 AM''': Gathering. Rincon Park, Folsom & The Embarcadero Blvd near the “Cupid’s Arrow’ Sculpture ( [https://californiathroughmylens.com/rincon-park-cupids-span/ The 2002 '''Cupid’s Span'''] ). Ride begins promptly at '''12pm/Noon'''.
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If you need to rent a bike or scooter, there are sevearl options at and around the nearby Ferry Building.
  
 
===Route===
 
===Route===
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The routes vary and will typically include iconic sections of the San Francisco such as the Embarcadero, the Civic Center, the Haight/Ashbury, the Panhandle, and the Castro.
  
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[http://www.sfbikeride.org/route_map.asp Route map showing start, end and rest points]
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When riding to the Haight or the Panhandle, we usually follow [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wiggle The Wiggle, which minimizes the grade of the inclines].
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===Weather===
 
  
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Check local weather at the following sites:
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When riding to Market St from the Haight, we usually ride a few blocks downhill on Haight St, with a maximum downhill grade of 5%.
  
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* [http://www.sfgate.com/weather/ San Francisco Chronicle]
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As weather & winds permit, when rolling across The Golden Gate Bridge, WNBRists '''MUST''' stay in '''Single File''' since the bike/ped path is very narrow & their is constant bike/ped traffic moving in both directions. No one wants to be stranded on GiGi Bridge, miles away from any immediate assistance or alternate transit options.
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* [http://www.kcbs.com/pages/6151831.php KCBS Radio, San Francisco]
 
  
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===Getting there===
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===Ride Pace and Difficulty===
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Just try to stay on the right shoulder in designated bike lanes or in the right lane. With enough riders, we will take up the right lane the  whole way. Cars will be passing us. Most cars go slow, as drivers and passengers like getting pictures, but many may not respect all road users.
  
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If you live out of town, please try to use public transportion to get to the start of the ride. Parking in the area is limited and expensive. Both BART and CalTrain take bicycles. Check out these websites for details:
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Always annunciate your approach "rider on your left" and use your bell if equipped. If you find yourself falling behind, call out to the riders in front to hold up.
  
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* [http://www.bart.gov/ Bay Area Rapid Transit except South Bay]
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===Weather===
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* [http://www.caltrain.com/ CalTrain from the South Bay]
 
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* [http://www.sfbikemapper.org/ SfBikeMapper]
 
  
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* [https://weather.com/weather/today/l/3ce4ec45ff32fa68ffaae5602f833b434cca1e53d5166687e02433b3e58b697c6dff248188e6ce5b4207c5635f3c5066 SF Weather]
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* [https://windy.app/forecast2/spot/327010/San+Francisco+United+States/ SF Windy app]
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* [https://www.sfchronicle.com/projects/bay-area-fog-tracker/ SF Chronicle Bay Area Fog Tracker]
  
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===Alternative Riders===
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===Getting there===
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You can ride your bike to Rincon ‘Cupid’s Arrow” Park from anywhere in the city or hitch your bike to the front of local '''MUNI''' buses ( bicycles are '''not''' permitted on MUNI Rail Trains ). From around the Bay Area, you can ride from nearby '''BART''' or '''CalTrain''' stations or put your bike on the front regional buses to the San Francisco TransBay Transit Center which is a few blocks from the Embarcadero; several '''San Francisco Bay Ferries''' are also a convenient bike-friendly & inexpensive way to avoid traffic hassles & disembark right on the Embarcadero. If you drive, parking near the finish in the Castro is recommended. There will usually be some WNBRists pedaling back to the Embarcadero along Market St from the Castro after the Ride; listen for announcements. Check for meters and time limits. There is parking enforcement on Saturdays.
  
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* [https://www.sfmta.com/getting-around/muni/routes-stops/ MUNI buses]
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* [http://www.bart.gov/ Bay Area Rapid Transit]
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But it may not be a good idea to try to skate down [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lombard_Street_(San_Francisco)| Lombard Street]!
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* [http://www.caltrain.com/ CalTrain]
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We might stop there for pictures. We'll decide that right before we ride.
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* [https://sanfranciscobayferry.com/ San Francisco Bay Ferries]
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* [https://en.parkopedia.com/parking/castro_san_francisco/ Castro Automobile Parking]
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* [https://en.parkopedia.com/parking/locations/24_pier_san_francisco_california_94105_united_states_g2gb9q8yyzrgrfmbfe/?country=us&arriving=202502032000&leaving=202502032200/ The Embarcadero Automobile Parking]
  
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=== Route Map===
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===Bikes===
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Your bike is in good shape if you ride frequently, but it’s prudent to check your tires, brakes and shifters. Do your maintenance & tuning before the ride, not during it. Our Friends/Supporters at @MarketStreetCycles, 1592 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102 — one of many Naked WNBRist #NudistWelcomingMerchants — are conveniently located near downtown & happy to give exceptional thorough service to You bicycle if You give them a call in advance to set up an appointment: (415) 255-2453, MarketStreetCycles.com.
  
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Our Route is right now under reconstruction, in the gentle care of SF most experienced naked route expert.
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* [https://bikeleague.org/videos/basic-bike-check/ ABC Quick Check - Basic Bike Check - League of American Bicyclists]
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[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Sacramento+St&daddr=The+Embarcadero+to:Jefferson+St+to:Unknown+road+to:The+Embarcadero+to:Jefferson+St+to:Unknown+road+to:Beach+St+to:North+Point+St+to:Unknown+road+to:Marina+Blvd+to:Baker+St+to:Lyon+St+to:Lombard+St+to:Lombard+St+to:Webster+St+to:Lombard+St+to:Lombard+St+to:Polk+St+to:Lombard+St+to:Leavenworth+St+to:Leavenworth+St+to:Montgomery+St+to:New+Montgomery+St+to:37.787335,-122.408252&geocode=FZazQAIdomW0-A%3BFc7pQAIdIiK0-A%3BFWboQAIdyhW0-A%3BFYbrQAIdjhW0-A%3BFebpQAIdIiK0-A%3BFW7lQAIdpv2z-A%3BFRDkQAIdcvqz-A%3BFYzgQAId4PWz-A%3BFercQAIdlPaz-A%3BFRjcQAId4tWz-A%3BFZDcQAIdKJqz-A%3BFT7PQAId7pyz-A%3BFTzCQAIdPJqz-A%3BFWzDQAIdJqOz-A%3BFZ3HQAIdCsez-A%3BFVTIQAIdlsyz-A%3BFVTNQAIdiPOz-A%3BFe_NQAIdnfaz-A%3BFVjOQAIdjPmz-A%3BFRDQQAIdXAa0-A%3BFeLQQAIdzgy0-A%3BFdLbQAIdlAq0-A%3BFWycQAIdJku0-A%3BFW6XQAIdxFC0-A%3B&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=13&mrsp=24&sz=16&via=6,7,11,13,14,15,16,17,18,19&dirflg=b&sll=37.788607,-122.40675&sspn=0.014889,0.026157&ie=UTF8&z=16&lci=bike Here's the 1st third]  
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* [https://youtu.be/fzyypDTZPqI?feature=shared/ @MarketStreetCycles VIDEO ]
  
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===Bike Network===
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http://tiny.cc/spz0m
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*[https://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=13/37.7787/-122.4395&layers=C OpenStreetMap cycling layer for San Francisco]
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*[https://www.sfmta.com/maps/san-francisco-bike-network-map SFMTA Bike Network Map]
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**[https://www.sfmta.com/sites/default/files/pdf_map/2021/06/sfmta_recommendedbikeroutes_0.pdf SFMTA Recommended Bike Routes as of 2021]
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**[https://www.sfmta.com/sites/default/files/pdf_map/2020/04/sf_bike_map2019_5.31.19.pdf SFMTA Complete Bike Map PDF as of May 31, 2019]
  
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<B> Isnt that awesome?! More of the same is coming very soon. </B>
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===Alternative Participation===
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Being California, everyone does things differently. We want to offer the broadest possible welcome. First of all, obey all the Laws of Comfort! There's no nudity requirement. Whether you come clothed in a full-length Fun-Fur or just a top hat, come as bare as you dare. Most riders carry some minimal clothing to wear when arriving and departing the group. See the [[San_Francisco:FAQ|FAQ]] for more info.
  
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==Photos==
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====Skates====
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===2010===
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[[Image:SF_WNBR_2010_06_12_144054_128x180.JPG‎|right|128px|Skater on Lombard]]
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*[http://www.sfweekly.com/slideshow/world-naked-bike-ride-nsfw-29445687/ SF Weekly], 16 Mar, 2010: "[http://www.sfweekly.com/slideshow/world-naked-bike-ride-nsfw-29445687/ World Naked Bike Ride]"
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Secondly, skaters are welcome. Some skaters have joined us repeatedly! Since skaters tend to expend about 2x as much energy, and tend to roll 50% slower than bikers, skaters may wish to follow an abbreviated route. One very accomplished naked skater in the 2010 SF WNBR skated up and down the steepest part of Lombard Street, ''The Crookedest Street in the World,'' to everyone's amazement.
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===2009===
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[[File:Lloyd Skaboarder CupidsArrow EarthDay WNBRsf2023 MrKonehead.jpg]]
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*[http://www.sfweekly.com/slideshow/view/15944603 San Francisco Weekly]
 
  
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===2008===
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===Social Public Nudism in San Francisco USA===
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*[http://www.sfweekly.com/slideshow/view/84816 San Francisco Weekly]
 
  
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===2004===
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Rest assured, WNBRists have First Amendment protection, but always be prepared to cover up — if asked ( it will never happen if you are part of a group, but if caught alone, err on the side of not causing a fuss ). The SFPD have historically been hands off, when not deferential to WNBRists, & have offered to escort us if the ride numbers get larger. No Court in the Nation ever prosecutes anybody for simple Naturism or Nudism; the same goes for the San Francisco District Attorney & SF Superior Court Judge who have far more serious matters to occupy their super busy Court Calendars.
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*[http://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2004/06/12/16851031.php IndyMedia/Indybay]
 
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*[http://www.basetree.com/photos/naked-bikeride-hidden.html Basetree]
 
  
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==History==
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[[File:600px 2023 SFPD The Embarcadero.JPG]]
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At the 2009 event there were around 120 riders. We gather starting at noon near the North end of Justin Herman Plaza (just North of the huge fountain with all of the cubic shapes) and head out at about 1 PM when the body painters have done their work. We keep a steady pace heading to almost the Golden Gate Park ([http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panhandle_(San_Francisco) we stop, rest and then turn around in the Panhandle]) and back. We also stop and rest (and pose for photos) on the Polk St. steps of City Hall (there is usually an event going on in the Civic Center Park).
 
  
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==Publicity==
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'''“Where the people fear the govt you have tyranny; where the govt fears the people you have liberty.”'''
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[[Image:SF_WNBR_Flyer_Color_Daniel_Page_1_T.jpg|link=]]
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—John Basil Barnhill, 1914
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[[Image:SF_WNBR_Flyer_Color_Daniel_Page_2_T.jpg|link=]]
 
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[[Image:SF_WNBR_Flyer_Color_Zaun_T.jpg|link=]]
 
  
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===Flyers===
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[[File:Sm sq @SFWNBR WNBRsf2025 -ThePureSuitOfHappiness American Dad Stan Smith banner.jpg]]
  
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Flyers are available at [http://www.sfbikeride.org/Resources/ sfbikeride.org]
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[[File:Sm 800px cropped sq NEW 2025 SFWNBR WNBRsf2025 banner.jpg]]
  
 
==Links==
 
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===Websites===
 
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*<div class="facebook-linkbox">[http://www.facebook.com/pages/World-Naked-Bike-Ride-San-Francisco/104135439628760 Join us!]</div>
 
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*[http://www.SFBikeRide.org/ WNBR San Francisco]
 
  
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=== Discussion group===
 
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*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SF_WNBR/ WNBR San Francisco Yahoo! Group]
 
  
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===Links to location===
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===Current active contacts and information===
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* [https://twitter.com/SFWNBR Twitter handle: @SFWNBR]
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* Twitter hashtags: [https://twitter.com/hashtag/WNBRsf2024 #WNBRsf2024] [https://twitter.com/hashtag/WNBRsf #WNBRsf]
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* Facebook https://www.facebook.com/wnbrsf/
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===Location Links===
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===[[San_Francisco:Publicity|Publicity, Media Coverage and Ride Reports]]===
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This page contains links to press releases, media coverage and ride reports covering previous SF WNBR events. (Some of the coverage contains images of public nudity.)
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===[[San_Francisco:Promotions|Promotional Materials]]===
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This page contains links to flyers and other promotional materials for past and future SF WNBR events. (Most flyers contain images of public nudity.) '''Help us get the word out. Print these flyers and distribute at other protest events, sport/bike shops and college campuses.''' Or, create your own flyers by combining your own ideas with the materials provided.
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===[[San_Francisco:Previous Rides|Previous Rides]]===
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This page contains archived ride info for past rides that once appeared on this main page.
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===[[San_Francisco:Photos|Photos]]===
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Please feel free to share your un/censored photos/videos 
& comments at the : “[https://www.flickr.com/groups/14862567@N20/ San Francisco 
World Naked Bike Rides]” Flickr Pool/GROUP : https://www.flickr.com/groups/14862567@N20/
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===[[San_Francisco:FAQ|FAQ]]===
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This page contains questions and answers to many of the more common concerns regarding the SF WNBR. Thanks to Leo for this.
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===[[San_Francisco:Ride_Safety|Ride Safety]]===
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This page discusses safety issues when riding around San Francisco. Thanks to Leo for this.
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Latest revision as of 20:37, 11 March 2025

Home > List of rides > US > San Francisco  •  Google this ride!

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SPRING #EarthDay World Naked Bike Ride & AfterParty @SFWNBR

The Upcoming Calendar of Seasonal San Francisco World Naked Bike Rides presents the funnest opportunity to ProTest to Save Our Planet — in #ThePureSuitOfHappiness ( #BareAsYouDare ). As the San Francisco Chronicle “covered” us in 2024 & noted: “Nudism is Freedom!”


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Next ride

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Date: Saturday 19 April 2025
Time: 11:00am GATHERING, 12pm/Noon START
Location: Rincon “Cupid’s Arrow” Park, The Embarcadero & Folsom Street

Ride with GPS interactive Route/Map : ridewithgps.com/routes/49435539 an 8.5miles Circuit with OPTIONAL Scenic Route Detour, 21.6miles GiGiBridge Xing & Battery Spencer, Circuit.

When riding to & from The Haight & The Panhandle, we always follow The Wiggle, which minimizes the grade of the inclines.


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IF Weather & Winds are conducive, There will be an OPTIONAL Detour, for those interested, in an extended Golden Gate Bridge Xing & up to the spectacular scenic overlook of the City from Battery Spencer & The Marin Headlands ( Note: This detour includes two short but challenging hills, some WNBRists may choose to walk instead of pedal ) for this & or upcoming Rides.

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OPTIONAL GiGiBridge Xing & breathtaking SF City Vista from Battery Spencer

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WNBRist Prep 101

Please be certain that your Bicycle ( or other wheels ) are in good/solid condition & fully tuned up ( or fully charged if using a e-bike/e-scooter ). If your are unsure, please bring your horse to your local bike shop well in advance.

The expert ( & often humorous! ) Bike Surgeons at Market Street Cycles — 1592 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 255-2453 — is one of our many WNBRist & #NudistWelcomingMerchants; so, if so inclined, please “vote with your dollars” & support business owners who support you/us ( economics drive change more than elections or politicians )!

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@SFWNBR Ride & AfterParty

Many WNBRists enjoy the opportunity to patronize our many #NudistWelcomingMerchants*, in #ThePureSuitOfHappiness. It is one of the many iconic features of the San Francisco World Naked Bike Ride that is unlike any other in Western Civilisation. A full updated list will be made available on the day of the Ride along with the Route/Map for those interested in this unique Experience.

  • IMPORTANT NOTE : Per @SFBos(ses)’ / CityHall codes — & customary to most Naturist resort rules — Nudists MUST use 
a “barrier” ( eg: folded clothing ) when seated on 
any public or commercial surface that is not Your own Private Property ( eg: Your bike ). Thank You.

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Our annual AfterParty host, GyroXpress, 499 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114 ( on the corner of Castro & 18th Street, Open 10am to 1am) — ( another favorite everyday #NudistWelcomingMerchants — not simply for @SFWNBR or special events — “EVERY SINGLE DAY/365” )* — welcomes you to order in advance from their delicious menu & enjoy dine in service ( Nude* ) : (415) 554-035. Many of our other local #NudistWelcomingMerchants* happily provide to-to/take-out options.

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GyroXpress welcomes you to place your orders in advance from their delicious Mediterranean Menu.

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Cantata Coffee Co. ( everyday #NudistWelcomingMerchants — not simply for @SFWNBR or special events — “EVERY SINGLE DAY/365” ), 1708 Haight St, San Francisco, CA 94117.

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Previous Route Map ( Saturday 28 September 2024 for reference sake )

Ride with GPS route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47303200

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Previous WNBR SF 2024 Calendar

  • Winter: Saturday 10 February 2024 (Love Parade Ride&AfterParty)
  • Spring: Saturday 20 April 2024 (Earth Day Ride&AfterParty)
  • Spring: Saturday 18 May 2024 (Bay to Breakers Weekenders’ Ride&AfterParty)
  • Summer: Saturday 8 June 2024 (WNBR Northern hemisphere Ride&AfterParty)
  • Autumn: Saturday 28 September 2024 (Fall Equinox & Folsom Ride&AfterParty)

All San Francisco World Naked Bike Rides will begin at:
Location: Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)
Time: 11am Gathering | 12pm/Noon Start

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Previous ride - Saturday September 28 2024

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Date: Saturday September 28 2024
Time: 11am Gathering, 12pm/Noon Start
Location: Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)

Previous ride - Saturday June 8 2024

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Date: Saturday June 8 2024
Time: 11am Gathering, 12pm/Noon Start
Location: Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)

Previous ride - Saturday May 18 2024

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Date: Saturday May 18 2024
Time: 11am Gathering, 12pm/Noon Start
Location: Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)

Previous ride - Saturday April 20 2024

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Date: Saturday April 20 2024
Time: 11am Gathering, 12pm/Noon Start
Location: Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)

Previous ride - Saturday February 10 2024

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Date: Saturday February 10 2024
Time: 11am Gathering, 12pm/Noon Start
Location: Rincon Park (at the intersection of Folsom Street & The Embarcadero)

Media Coverage

Media Coverage

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The WNBR Basics

  • 11:00 AM: Gathering. Rincon Park, Folsom & The Embarcadero Blvd near the “Cupid’s Arrow’ Sculpture ( The 2002 Cupid’s Span ). Ride begins promptly at 12pm/Noon.

If you need to rent a bike or scooter, there are sevearl options at and around the nearby Ferry Building.

Route

The routes vary and will typically include iconic sections of the San Francisco such as the Embarcadero, the Civic Center, the Haight/Ashbury, the Panhandle, and the Castro.

When riding to the Haight or the Panhandle, we usually follow The Wiggle, which minimizes the grade of the inclines.

When riding to Market St from the Haight, we usually ride a few blocks downhill on Haight St, with a maximum downhill grade of 5%.

As weather & winds permit, when rolling across The Golden Gate Bridge, WNBRists MUST stay in Single File since the bike/ped path is very narrow & their is constant bike/ped traffic moving in both directions. No one wants to be stranded on GiGi Bridge, miles away from any immediate assistance or alternate transit options.

Ride Pace and Difficulty

Just try to stay on the right shoulder in designated bike lanes or in the right lane. With enough riders, we will take up the right lane the whole way. Cars will be passing us. Most cars go slow, as drivers and passengers like getting pictures, but many may not respect all road users.

Always annunciate your approach "rider on your left" and use your bell if equipped. If you find yourself falling behind, call out to the riders in front to hold up.

Weather

Getting there

You can ride your bike to Rincon ‘Cupid’s Arrow” Park from anywhere in the city or hitch your bike to the front of local MUNI buses ( bicycles are not permitted on MUNI Rail Trains ). From around the Bay Area, you can ride from nearby BART or CalTrain stations or put your bike on the front regional buses to the San Francisco TransBay Transit Center which is a few blocks from the Embarcadero; several San Francisco Bay Ferries are also a convenient bike-friendly & inexpensive way to avoid traffic hassles & disembark right on the Embarcadero. If you drive, parking near the finish in the Castro is recommended. There will usually be some WNBRists pedaling back to the Embarcadero along Market St from the Castro after the Ride; listen for announcements. Check for meters and time limits. There is parking enforcement on Saturdays.

Bikes

Your bike is in good shape if you ride frequently, but it’s prudent to check your tires, brakes and shifters. Do your maintenance & tuning before the ride, not during it. Our Friends/Supporters at @MarketStreetCycles, 1592 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102 — one of many Naked WNBRist #NudistWelcomingMerchants — are conveniently located near downtown & happy to give exceptional thorough service to You bicycle if You give them a call in advance to set up an appointment: (415) 255-2453, MarketStreetCycles.com.

Bike Network

Alternative Participation

Being California, everyone does things differently. We want to offer the broadest possible welcome. First of all, obey all the Laws of Comfort! There's no nudity requirement. Whether you come clothed in a full-length Fun-Fur or just a top hat, come as bare as you dare. Most riders carry some minimal clothing to wear when arriving and departing the group. See the FAQ for more info.

Skates

Skater on Lombard

Secondly, skaters are welcome. Some skaters have joined us repeatedly! Since skaters tend to expend about 2x as much energy, and tend to roll 50% slower than bikers, skaters may wish to follow an abbreviated route. One very accomplished naked skater in the 2010 SF WNBR skated up and down the steepest part of Lombard Street, The Crookedest Street in the World, to everyone's amazement.

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Social Public Nudism in San Francisco USA

Rest assured, WNBRists have First Amendment protection, but always be prepared to cover up — if asked ( it will never happen if you are part of a group, but if caught alone, err on the side of not causing a fuss ). The SFPD have historically been hands off, when not deferential to WNBRists, & have offered to escort us if the ride numbers get larger. No Court in the Nation ever prosecutes anybody for simple Naturism or Nudism; the same goes for the San Francisco District Attorney & SF Superior Court Judge who have far more serious matters to occupy their super busy Court Calendars.

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“Where the people fear the govt you have tyranny; where the govt fears the people you have liberty.” —John Basil Barnhill, 1914

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Links

Current active contacts and information

Location Links

Please also visit

Subpages

Publicity, Media Coverage and Ride Reports

This page contains links to press releases, media coverage and ride reports covering previous SF WNBR events. (Some of the coverage contains images of public nudity.)

Promotional Materials

This page contains links to flyers and other promotional materials for past and future SF WNBR events. (Most flyers contain images of public nudity.) Help us get the word out. Print these flyers and distribute at other protest events, sport/bike shops and college campuses. Or, create your own flyers by combining your own ideas with the materials provided.

Previous Rides

This page contains archived ride info for past rides that once appeared on this main page.

Photos

Please feel free to share your un/censored photos/videos 
& comments at the : “San Francisco 
World Naked Bike Rides” Flickr Pool/GROUP : https://www.flickr.com/groups/14862567@N20/

FAQ

This page contains questions and answers to many of the more common concerns regarding the SF WNBR. Thanks to Leo for this.

Ride Safety

This page discusses safety issues when riding around San Francisco. Thanks to Leo for this.

Category:San Francisco files

Wiki category containing recent flyers, posters, photos, and other promotional materials.



Categories

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