Fellowship of the Road #4 [47.8 miles, Brisk, Vigorous]

Join us for an Eastside-CATS-related paceline practice and recovery ride. We will practice paceline skills in a safe environment, riding smoothly, at a well modulated pace. This means a rotating paceline with frequent turnover of the lead. Group cohesiveness will remain a high priority during the entire ride. In that spirit, we will stop for flats or mechanicals (within reason!). Expect some instruction. While conceived as a complement to the CATS rides, this ride is open to all riders--anyone looking to improve or learn about paceline skills. Worried about tired legs after a heavy duty Saturday ride? Come see how working with others in a steady, smooth paceline ride can allow for the best sort of recovery! In addition, the route has a mostly flat ride profile. The emphasis will remain on the group and riding in a cooperative, non-competitive manner.

Depending on turn out we will break up into groups composed of 6-10 riders, (Brisk and Vigorous).

Requirements: Bring two spare tubes, a pump and whatever tools you may need to manage any mishaps you may encounter. Fenders required if there is any chance of rain. Strictly enforced.

Route: This week we start in Malty Park and ride a loop visiting Monroe, Snohomish and Everett. Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/7958256

Ride Start: You must show up early enough to hear the route briefing and safety notes. We will begin the briefing 10 minutes before the start of the ride.

Rest stop: At mile 22, Snohomish Bakery; coffee and snack stop offering a moment to socialize. No formal lunch stop so bring bars or whatever else you need to complete the ride.

Ride Leaders: Timothy McCarthy, Bob Dennis, Paula Froke