Fun early Spring ride
Details
Activity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 1 - Accessible
Trip Leader(s): Marjorie O'Malley, Mary Therese Durr
Registration Type: Show & Go
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000016ROL
Audience: Adults
Description: Please join us for a fun early season 13.5 mile ride. This is a relatively flat loop ride (+222 fit elevation gain) along bike paths and paved roads starting in City Square, Charlestown and traveling to Fresh Pond, Cambridge We will ride at a relaxed pace recognizing the many cross streets, pedestrians, other bikers and autos we will share the route with. Please arrive at 4:15 pm to meet the other riders, hear the safety talk, adjust your bike etc.
We will depart promptly at 4:30 to ensure we arrive back in Charlestown before dark. On street parking at City Square Charlestown is difficult. The best choices are Warren Street, Main Street, and Harvard Street. Paid parking is available at Constitution Wharf, Charlestown.
The Essentials: Helmets are mandatory . The Gear: Bring a bike in good working order. Flat tires are party poopers—please bring a spare inner tube just in case! Navigation: The route will be sent to all participants. Please download the route on your navigation device. The Essentials: Helmets are mandatory . The Gear: Bring a bike in good working order. Flat tires are party poopers—please bring a spare inner tube just in case! Navigation: The route will be sent to all participants. Please download the route on your navigation device. https://ridewithgps.com/trips/377857607?privacy_code=pvlT04ZnHXBa4Qg9C9W88Kf0hUse0gUJ
The Comfort: It can get chilly in April. Wear warm layers and don’t forget your gloves . The Extras : Front and rear lights are highly recommended for visibility, and bring a bike lock if you’re joining us for the post-ride bite and beverage in Charlestown. Remember to bring plenty of water. Heavy rain will cancel the ride. We will contact all registered riders the day before if we need to cancel.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
