FCCC-SVCG Ride (A/B/C Groups) - Rist Canyon

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WHEN: For 2016 we have joined forces with the Fort Collins Cycle Club (http://www.fccycleclub.org/) for 2 rides, July 16th from 300 Suns, and July 30th from Fort Collins.

ROUTE: This ride will take us from FC to Masonville, to Stove Prairie and back down Rist Canyon: 53 MILE LOOP (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12438490) or 43 MILE OUT N BACK (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14165452) (Self Led) and PRINTABLE MAP (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BiUz5jD37EnAWVKSOJCs336hdPlswMxIPNq0VqJ61qw/edit?usp=sharing).

WHAT: The Club rides are "NO DROP" (except for the A group), we will re-group at the top of hills, and at any turns where necessary

GROUP Aero: This group will be at a faster pace (18+mph average) DROP/NO-STOP

GROUP Breakaway: This group will be at a medium/fast pace (15 to 18mph average) NO-DROP

GROUP Chasers: This group will be at a slower pace, and may follow a shorter route. (14 to 15mph average) NO-DROP

Typically Group A & B will be split into A1 & A2/B1 & B2, Group C will have a leader when available, otherwise maps will be issued. The pace range may vary slightly between each A & B group, within the 15-18+ range.

WHO: This is a road bike ride for people who have experience riding on the road with traffic. Please only sign up if you are confident you can complete the above described ride/route (distance, pace etc).

RIDE NOTES: Rides roll out no more than 5 minutes after advertised start time, please arrive early & be ready to roll on time.

• Come prepared for mechanical breakdowns (bring spare tube, patch kit, tire levers, multi-tool).

• Be sure to bring enough water for the length of the ride, especially with warmer weather ahead of us. As a general rule, one bottle of water is good for 1 hour of riding (8oz per 20 mins of ride time).

RIDE DISCLAIMER: By participating in St. Vrain Chain Gang Cycling Club "SVCG" activities you ACKNOWLEDGE, AGREE and FULLY UNDERSTAND that (a) you are in good health, and proper physical condition to participate in Cycling Activities; (b) that the nature of Cycling Activities involves Risks and Dangers, and these may be caused by your own actions or the actions of others participating; (c) "SVCG", ride leaders, volunteers, and Sponsors associated with the club, can not be held accountable for the negligence or actions/inactions of participants, and they are released from ALL LIABILITY.