August 11th ride

Friday, August 10, 2012

August 11th ride

Hey Group Riders
Tomorrow we'll be hosting a recreational/intermediate ride out to REI and back. This is always a fun 33 mile ride!
We meet at 9am and ride out at 9:30am. Bring a spare tube, and lots of fluids, and we'll see you in the morning!

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Which rides should I go on???

SOCIAL
* Rides geared for fun!
* A great place to do your first group ride
* Come meet and visit with new friends
* Destination is typically a local coffee shop
Max Speed: 12 mph
Avg Distance: 15-25 miles
Suggested Bike: Hybrid, Comfort, Cruiser, Mtn. Hardtail

RECREATIONAL:
* A great workout if you want to push yourself a little bit
* You try to ride once or twice a week
* Just getting back into the sport after some time off
* Your commute to work is too short - you want more!!!
* The distance/speed of the Intermediate Group is too much
Avg Speed: 10-15 mph
Avg Distance: 25 -35 miles
Suggested Bike: Beginner Road, Hybrid

INTERMEDIATE:
*You're confident with your bike
* Have experience with longer rides and faster speeds
* More of a steady pace as opposed to breaks/stops
Avg Speed: 14-18 mph
Avg Distance: 30-45 miles
Suggested Bike: Road

ADVANCED:
* You want to be pushed to new limits
* Love attacking hills, riding hard, and going the distance
* Practice pace-lines and drafting
* You're in shape and prepared for this strong of a ride
Avg Speed: 16-20 mph
Avg Distance: 40-50 miles
Suggested Bike: Road

Ride Info:

1 - Every Saturday: Meet at Bicycle Village Southwest (8100 W. Crestline Ave., Littleton) around 9am. Rides roll out around 9:30am.

2 - All rides are co-ed and "no rider left behind".

3 - All cyclist MUST wear a helmet. Cyclist should also carry the usual basics: water, spare tube(s), pump, tire levers, and basic allen wrenches.

4 - Cyclist must sign a liability waiver before riding. Waivers are available at the store.

5 - Please post your name in the comment field if you plan to join us. This will help us organize the ride leaders and support supplies.

6 - If the weather is iffymake sure to check the blog after 8:30am on Saturday for updated information.

7 - Have a good time!!!