Hi Everyone,
Jorge posted ahead of me, but I can't make a Sunday ride this weekend,
so I am posting the 'official' Sunrise ride for Saturday this weekend
also. Of course, if anyone wants to post for Sunday - please step
up!!
Our next ride is: Saturday March 21st, 8am
start.
We can determine distance and route at the start, but count on 45
miles, give or take a few.
Start: The
Chevron Gas Station NW 53rd and NW 43rd
Distance: 38-48
miles
Pace: 19.5mph
average (approx). This means we usually cruise at around 20-21 on
flats. Pace is strictly capped at 22mph until the last few miles of
the ride (unless we have a tailwind).
- This ride is ideal for those who are
on
a time budget on Saturdays or Sundays. Because time is of the
essence on this ride we leave right at the posted start time. Please
by ready to ride
by then.
- There are usually 10-15 riders on the
ride during high season (7-10 during low season).
- Our drop policy is: We regroup at
all
turns. There is no stop on the
ride except to quickly group up if necessary.
- The pace will significantly increase
during the last 4-5 miles of the ride with surges near 28mph. Given
this, it is wise that all riders are self sufficient mechanically, as
some (including myself) are sometimes dropped during these last few
miles.
- Please be aware that the early morning
start time for this ride means we ride at a time when low sun angles
increase the danger of being on the road. The route is designed to
mitigate this, however it is recommended that you have some
supplemental lighting on your bike for the ride.
- All the usual club safety rules apply
on the ride including helmets (yes) and headphones (no).
- This ride generally falls into the
Gliders
ride category in many respects. Please check their section of the
website for detailed information about this style of riding.
- It is great that the owners of the
Chevron allow us to use their parking lot. Lets all remember to
respect their property and be careful not to block traffic going in and
out of the station.:
- We all have a lot of fun and a lot of
laughs during this ride. Come try us out!
I am happy to answer any questions about
this ride. Drop me an email anytime!
Jonathan Jones (ride coordinator).
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