Seattle Pastry Rides_Bellevue-Magnolia (Brisk)­ 47

REMINDER: MANDATORY WAIVER SIGN IN CLOSES AT 8:50 A.M. (Note: This is a BRISK ONLY ride start. If you are looking for a slower pace and shorter ride, the moderate/steady versions (https://www.meetup.com/cascaderides/events/225975126/) of this ride start in Seattle at 9:30.)

Come join us in our ongoing quest to find the best pastries on the Puget Sound. This ride will explore some hilly and scenic territory around South Bellevue, North Mercer Island, Greenlake, and Magnolia. Our Pastry break will be at Uptown Espresso/Bakery in Magnolia. Riders can call it quits at 40 miles or continue on for another 7 mile loop north to tackle Bellevue's infamous Killarney climb (come on, you know you wanna).

Distance: 47 miles (or 40 w/out optional loop)
Elevation Gain: 3611' (or 3,000 w/out optional loop)
Terrain: Hilly

Pace: Brisk [16-18 mph on the flats]. Please note, we will ride toward the high end of the posted pace on the flats (and at allowed speed on trails) with an equivalent effort up hills. If you plan to ride faster or slower, please come prepared to ride on your own.
Regroups/Mechanicals: This will be a social ride with waits at the top of hills and all critical turns along with photo op stops along the way. We will not stop for mechanical issues. Please come prepared with the necessary equipment you need to take care of flats or other problems on your own. Please print a cue sheet in the event that you get separated from the group.

Rest Stops: There are NO restrooms at the start so please plan accordingly. The planned break is at Uptown Espresso/Bakery at mp 26.

Requirements: Please make sure to arrive at least 20 minutes before the ride start so you can get prepared to roll out at the posted time, sign a waiver, and hear the ride briefing. As is required with all Cascade rides, please ensure you wear a helmet and come prepared with gear that is comfortable and appropriate for the distance/elevation. If you are new, please read our newcomer information (http://www.cascade.org/welcome-newcomers).

RSVP: Please RSVP for the ride so we can ALERT THE BAKERY and plan for the appropriate number of Ride Leaders.

Cancellation Policy: Showers will cancel the ride. In the event of ride cancellation, a notice will be posted on this page at least two hours before the ride and the ride leaders will not be at the ride start location.

Route Link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/10168710

Ride Leaders:
Brisk: Cathy Henley (206-249-6483) & Joe Shih

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Photo courtesy of Uptown Espresso:
http://www.velvetfoam.com/menu/baked-goods/