Black Diamond Bakery Boucle (Brisk 16-18 mph, 56 miles)

We'll meet in Renton at the Renton Community Center parking lot near the water slides. Bathrooms are available at the start. We'll start with a brief stint on the Cedar River Trail, then climb through Fairwood and the rolling terrain of Maple Valley to the Black Diamond Bakery. Riders can climb at their own pace and we will regather as needed. The return route heads downhill past Flaming Geyser and continues flat along the scenic Green River Valley.

• Pace: Brisk (16-18 mph)

• Terrain: Some climbing and rolling, then pretty much flat.

• Distance: 56 miles

• Elevation: 1,947 ft.

• Stops: Black Diamond Bakery (21.7), Isaac Evans Park (38.2)

• Regroup: Top of hills

• Rain Cancellation: Showers

• GPS Route Map, Cuesheet, Profile: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5912967

The ride leader will not be at the ride start should weather meet the definition for cancellation (showers). Ride cancellation will be announced in the Comments Section at least two (2) hours prior to the ride start. If you have questions about the weather, please call 206-446-5753, preferably before you leave for the ride.