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Tuesday B Ride, May 22nd
What is up with the weather? I'm beginning to think we might consider having the Tuesday ride (when cancelled) take place on a Wednesday. At tonight's ride...we can chat about that consideration.
Anyhow...not that we have lots of climbing miles at this point, I though I'd introduce us to some more hills...in preparation for the Annual Hill Fest Ride in June. If the roads are wet, or it is a drizzle, or whatever, as a group we can agree upon a revised route.
I'll post any weather related update by 4:30PM.
Even with the climbing, we will regroup and if necessary, divide into 2 groups. It's nice to venture through the roads that take us beyond the usual Simsbury/Granby/East Hartland/Granville areas. We will head up Shingle Mill & Woodchuck to come down North Mtn. Rd. and back up on 179. We will cross over Hillcrest, then taking a left onto rt 219. Pay attention, as we will take a left onto Ratlum instead of descending to the reservoir. As we find ourselves in New Hartford, we will climb Steele and head to the starting point via, coming across the Nepaug Damn, down Town Bridge, back up East Hill, across Bahre Corner, etc, etc, etc. Take a look at the map...
Remember BLINKING LIGHTS. Check your batteries if you don't have rechargeable lights.
See you all later...hopefully!
Copy and paste: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27575393
I've been wondering about a Wed option (to replace a cancelled Tuesday ride) - it's a great idea. I will be there if today's ride is a go but if not, I will be there tomorrow.
Looks like we may have some damp roads...but we will ride.
Jeff Baugher will lead the same ride on Wednesday leaving at 6pm...for anyone wanting sunshine.
Yeah, I lied. I couldn't bring myself to ride in rain last night when I knew it would be a lot nicer today. I do plan to ride tonight instead and can lead the route. Hope others can join - Planning to roll at 6.....don't forget to bring your climbing legs!!