The Dorie Loop 2: Scenic Loop Around Old Tampa Bay (43 miles @ 12-16 mph)

The starting point to this ride has changed from the first Dorie Loop ride that was done on July 28th. We'll meet in the Ballyhoo parking lot (but please do not park there). This scenic route starts and ends at the Ballyhoo Grill which is located at the intersection of Ehrlich Rd and Gunn Highway. We'll bike south on the Upper Tampa Bay trail, wind our way through Town n' Country to the Courtney Campbell Causeway. We then will head towards Safety Harbor and then travel around the northern part of Old Tampa Bay and eventually back to the Upper Tampa Bay Trail. The general route will be:

Upper Tampa Bay Trail
Old Memorial Highway to Town N Country Greenway Trail
George Road to Skyway Park
Skyway Park Trail to Courtney Campbell Causeway
Courtney Campbell Causeway Trail to Bayshore Blvd.
Safety Harbor City Marina
Philippe Park
Parks of Oldsmar
Tampa Road to Westchase
Upper Tampa Bay Trail

Link to RWGPS Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30725092

Enjoy food and refreshments at Ballyhoo's at the end of the ride!

Restrooms and water located at Ben T Davis Beach, Philippe Park, Racetrac, Upper Tampa Bay Trail and Skyway Park.

The ride will be paced between 12-16 mph. Breakaways available for faster riders. This is a no drop ride meaning no one will be left behind but you really should be capable of 43 miles at 12 mph when rolling and you should be sure your bike is in good working order.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the ride begins, as we will start promptly at 8:30 am.

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
By registering and participating in this meetup, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the following statement:

I understand that bicycling and other activities herein involve certain dangers and risks which I am prepared to fully assume for myself and all children accompanying me. I will abide by all traffic laws and regulations and agree to bicycle in a safe and prudent manner. In addition, I agree to waive all claims which I, or any member of my family, or my heirs, executors or assigns, may have against this meetup or its agents for damages or injury sustained as the result of participating in the physical activity.

What to bring:
Helmet (required)
Spare tube
Bike lock
Plenty of liquids
Money for food and refreshments

We will cancel in the event of rainy or very windy weather. Check back morning of event. Post questions here or IM us through Meetup.

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