2013 Monster Cookie Metric Century

2013 Monster Cookie Metric Century

Sunday, April 28, 2013

Get into the cycling season with an enjoyable metric century ride. I have done this ride the past few years and have enjoyed it very much!. The past few years we have had great spring weather for this ride. For those who would like to meet after the ride, the RAM Restaurant & Brewery is nearby at 515 12th Street | Salem, OR 97301

NOT A Out Spoke'n Ride

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INFORMATIONAL NOT A Out Spoke'n LEAD RIDE
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The Monster Cookie Metric Century Bicycle Ride is the Salem Bicycle Club's premier spring event. The ride starts at the State Capitol Mall in Salem and takes riders over back roads to Champoeg State Park and back to Salem. The ride is open to all bicyclists who agree to Share the Road with other users by riding safely, lawfully, and courteously. Each participant must wear a helmet that meets CPSC requirements.

The route is generally flat with a few short hills. The map and elevation profile of the route offers a preview of the ride. GPS users can download a track of the route. Snacks, fruit, refreshments, and toilet facilities are available at a rest stop and at Champoeg State Park. The route will close at 4:00 p.m. Participants should pace themselves so that they can complete the ride by that time.
The first Monster Cookie Metric Century was held in 1977. To learn about that inaugural ride, read Monster Cookie Nostalgia. More than 2,000 cyclists participated in the 36rd annual Monster Cookie Metric Century held on April 29, 2012.

Additional details and registration at
http://www.salembicycleclub.org/content.plx?page=majrides