Cycle the Gap #5 Magnuson Everett Brisk/Moderate/Steady/Lei­­surely

Cycle the Gap (formerly known as CTS Rides Again) is a series of six Sunday rides (this is the 5th) beginning July 5 following the conclusion of 2015 CTS series to help riders prepare for the RSVP, RAW, and other challenging rides. We have chosen six of the best rides from the Cascade Training Series (CTS) series to ride again. We will have four different paces (Red/Leisurely, 10-12 mph on flats; Yellow/Steady, 12-14 mph on flats; Green/Moderate, 14-16 mph on flats; Blue/Brisk, 16-18 mph on the flats).

These are part of the club’s Free Daily Rides program and are open to everyone. Join us for one, or two rides, or be a real trooper and ride all six. You decide what works for you. We will try to have two or three ride leaders per pace so it is very important that you RSVP on MEETUP at least two days prior to each ride. This will allow us to secure additional ride leaders if a large number of riders wish to ride at a particular pace, and also allow you to get updates if there is a possible cancellation and for group communications.

Today's route is: Magnuson - Everett 81 miles/3,800'

There is a main route, a heat bailout route and even a mini heat bailout route:

Main (with Heat Bailout at 26.9 miles - cuts route down to about 48 miles): http://ridewithgps.com/routes/9530770

Mini Heat bailout (this only cuts the route down to about 79 miles): http://ridewithgps.com/routes/9531049

There are multiple attachments for this ride:

Route pictures: http://files.meetup.com/3386582/Magnuson-Everett%20KEY%20intersections.pdf

Ride Leader notes: http://files.meetup.com/3386582/Ride%20Leader%20Notes%20for%20Magnuson-Everett.docx

As customary for all Cascade rides, please make sure you wear a helmet and have necessary gear and knowledge to fix any flats you might get along the way. The group will not stop to repair flats or mechanicals, but our sweeps will ensure you have a cue sheet to continue the ride.

These rides are not supported. There will be short rest stops along the route, but come prepared with your own food and beverages. Please email the Ride Director with any questions/concerns.

Please arrive 20 minutes early to hear the safety briefing, sign the waiver and to ensure you are ready to ride on time.

Ride Directors:

Paul Soreff (206-549-4341 cell) pauls@sorefflaw.com

Joni Griffis (206-817-6580) joni.griffis@gmail.com

Louise Johnson (425-231-4933) aquaria@comcast.net