Hello Group Riders!
The weather is looking promising for tomorrow, so we're going to ride outside. We'll take an intermediate group up to Dinosaur Ridge and Red Rocks. It will be a chilly start, so dress in layers and remember to wear good gloves and ear warmers. As always, we'll meet at 9am and ride out at 9:30am.
Hope to see you all there to take advantage of this opportunity!
Jenn
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Friday, February 17, 2012
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Happy 2011!!
I hope you all had a wonderful holiday and a great new year's. If you're like me, you haven't been on the bike since our last ride before Christmas, and I know I'm going through withdrawals!
Let's start the year off with good health/fitness habits by getting back in that saddle and riding on Saturday. The weather is looking to be in the 40's the rest of the week, including Saturday, so I'm hopeful what's left of the snow/ice will be melted by ride time. I'm still thinking about putting my 'cross tires on the bike just to be safe.
Since it's been a couple of weeks since we've ridden, and most of us are only riding on Saturdays, we'll take it easy by heading up to REI and back. That's always a nice, relatively "flat" and easy 32 miles, and a great way to keep with any New Year's resolutions or goals you may have made about fitness, weight loss, or miles for the year.
See you all Saturday - be ready to ride out at 10:30am.
Let's start the year off with good health/fitness habits by getting back in that saddle and riding on Saturday. The weather is looking to be in the 40's the rest of the week, including Saturday, so I'm hopeful what's left of the snow/ice will be melted by ride time. I'm still thinking about putting my 'cross tires on the bike just to be safe.
Since it's been a couple of weeks since we've ridden, and most of us are only riding on Saturdays, we'll take it easy by heading up to REI and back. That's always a nice, relatively "flat" and easy 32 miles, and a great way to keep with any New Year's resolutions or goals you may have made about fitness, weight loss, or miles for the year.
See you all Saturday - be ready to ride out at 10:30am.
Saturday, December 18, 2010
The end of 2010
Group ride photos
Great ride today! It was beautiful, no breeze, lots of sun, and awesome company. I'm glad you all came out to ride; it was good to see those of you who've been busy lately. I hope you all had a good time, and make good use of your "raffle" items. I've been reading that nutrition guide, and there's some good info so check it out.
We at Bicycle Village wish you all a happy holiday season and hope to see you in 2011!!
Group rides resume on Saturday, January 8th. Be safe and see you all then.
Jenn
Monday, December 13, 2010
Last ride of 2010!
What a great ride we had Saturday. It seems we've learned how many layers of what clothing works for each of us! While it was a little chilly starting out, once we were moving we were fine. And it was a gorgeous day!
the view from Chatfield
This Saturday the 18th will be our last ride of 2010 (the shop is closed the 25th and the 1st for the holidays). It's only Monday, but the weather report is looking good. I have something special planned for you all, and hope to see your smiling faces! It would be great to have as many of you there as possible - all of you summer riders who've been busy with the holidays, this is the day to come back (hint, hint: Mary, Guy, Mike, Lynn, Dave, Matt, Jill, Dori, Frank, Ryan and others!) The ride will be short and easy, so this will be perfect for those of you new to group rides who want to see what it's all about and meet the veteran riders - Renay and Debbie, just for you!!
If you plan on coming this Saturday, please comment in this post or send me an email at bicyclevillagesw@gmail.com so I know how many people and what kind of bikes to expect for route creation. Even if it snows, we're still going to meet and have a good time, so take a break from all the holiday buzz and come on down!
And a big THANKS to all of you who come out on Saturdays. It has been a pleasure getting to know you and riding with you, and even better to see how you've improved this year (and helped me to improve). I truly appreciate each and every one of you and wish you all a happy holiday season and a wonderful 2011 - keep riding, and see you on Saturdays!!!
the view from Chatfield
This Saturday the 18th will be our last ride of 2010 (the shop is closed the 25th and the 1st for the holidays). It's only Monday, but the weather report is looking good. I have something special planned for you all, and hope to see your smiling faces! It would be great to have as many of you there as possible - all of you summer riders who've been busy with the holidays, this is the day to come back (hint, hint: Mary, Guy, Mike, Lynn, Dave, Matt, Jill, Dori, Frank, Ryan and others!) The ride will be short and easy, so this will be perfect for those of you new to group rides who want to see what it's all about and meet the veteran riders - Renay and Debbie, just for you!!
If you plan on coming this Saturday, please comment in this post or send me an email at bicyclevillagesw@gmail.com so I know how many people and what kind of bikes to expect for route creation. Even if it snows, we're still going to meet and have a good time, so take a break from all the holiday buzz and come on down!
And a big THANKS to all of you who come out on Saturdays. It has been a pleasure getting to know you and riding with you, and even better to see how you've improved this year (and helped me to improve). I truly appreciate each and every one of you and wish you all a happy holiday season and a wonderful 2011 - keep riding, and see you on Saturdays!!!
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Winter Rides!!!
I can't believe it's December and we're still riding! (hope I didn't just jinx us for Saturday!). We've been very fortunate that while it's been cold, the roads are clear and we're still able to get out there. It makes me happy that you all are bundling up and coming out every week - with the limited daylight during the work week, the only time most of us ride is on the weekends, and it's great to have your company. I'm pleasantly surprised with the turnout of those new to group rides! We certainly enjoy having you and hope the weather doesn't deter you from coming back.
These winter rides are very enjoyable and relaxing - it's just about getting outside and enjoying the weather and people. As we get deeper into winter, we'll probably slow it down to more of a social ride pace, break out the mountain bikes and just cruise. We can also throw in some "training" rides or intervals once a month or so by heading out to Chatfield to do some hill repeats and the like. I'm open to ideas and want to hear what YOU want to do! Please leave a comment or email me with your thoughts and ideas.
Every time I check the weather it seems to change - right now it says rain/snow on Friday, and 10% chance of rain Saturday with highs in the low 40s. We'll play it by ear, and ride if we're able. If the weather plays out like it currently says, I'm thinking we'll be able to ride, though we might need knobby tires. Check the blog/Facebook on Friday for any updates.
Through winter, if the roads are clear we'll take road bikes; if there's a chance of snow or ice on the ground but it's rideable, we'll do a slower paced "coffee" ride with knobby tired bikes. If you're ever in doubt, click on the "View my complete profile" button under ABOUT ME to send an email to bicyclevillagesw@gmail.com
Thanks again to all of you who have been braving the cold and coming out. It's been a great 2010 riding season, and you all made it that way!
Click here for pictures from this year's rides.
These winter rides are very enjoyable and relaxing - it's just about getting outside and enjoying the weather and people. As we get deeper into winter, we'll probably slow it down to more of a social ride pace, break out the mountain bikes and just cruise. We can also throw in some "training" rides or intervals once a month or so by heading out to Chatfield to do some hill repeats and the like. I'm open to ideas and want to hear what YOU want to do! Please leave a comment or email me with your thoughts and ideas.
Every time I check the weather it seems to change - right now it says rain/snow on Friday, and 10% chance of rain Saturday with highs in the low 40s. We'll play it by ear, and ride if we're able. If the weather plays out like it currently says, I'm thinking we'll be able to ride, though we might need knobby tires. Check the blog/Facebook on Friday for any updates.
Through winter, if the roads are clear we'll take road bikes; if there's a chance of snow or ice on the ground but it's rideable, we'll do a slower paced "coffee" ride with knobby tired bikes. If you're ever in doubt, click on the "View my complete profile" button under ABOUT ME to send an email to bicyclevillagesw@gmail.com
Thanks again to all of you who have been braving the cold and coming out. It's been a great 2010 riding season, and you all made it that way!
Click here for pictures from this year's rides.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
November is here!
And the weather is looking GREAT! I had to go check my calendar to make sure it really was November - weather reports are predicting temps in the 70s for Saturday. Perfect riding weather if you ask me!
Since we are moving into winter and the morning temps are a bit chilly, we'll be starting rides at 10:30am. Arrive at the shop around 10-10:15 to check in, check your tire pressure, fill up your water bottles and get any necessary items like an extra tube or a energy snack.
This week, we'll try a new ride taking the 470 trail east of the South Platte, up Colorado to Big Dry Creek Trail back to the Platte and around. It's about 31 miles of "rolling" terrain. Nothing too big and scary. We can stop at Peet's Coffee at SouthGlenn to refuel.
Below is the route map - hope to see you all there!
Since we are moving into winter and the morning temps are a bit chilly, we'll be starting rides at 10:30am. Arrive at the shop around 10-10:15 to check in, check your tire pressure, fill up your water bottles and get any necessary items like an extra tube or a energy snack.
This week, we'll try a new ride taking the 470 trail east of the South Platte, up Colorado to Big Dry Creek Trail back to the Platte and around. It's about 31 miles of "rolling" terrain. Nothing too big and scary. We can stop at Peet's Coffee at SouthGlenn to refuel.
Below is the route map - hope to see you all there!
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