(ROAD non E-bike) 70km Road Ride with coffee break - 26-28 km/hr pace

Meeting in front of Greenlane McDonalds we will do the well-known 70km airport circuit in a clockwise direction taking us through Newmarket, Tamaki Drive, Glendowie, Point England, Panmure, East Tamaki/Botany before heading to Manukau, the Airport and back to Greenlane via Mangere Bridge and Onehunga, stopping towards the end of the ride for a much deserved coffee/chat.

There will be 2 other points on the ride where you can pick up the group:
1. Just inside entrance/carpark of Royal Akarana Yacht Club (Tamaki Drive) at 07:20
2. Chapel Road just after turning right from Te Rakau Drive at 08:20
These are approximate times and it would pay to be at these points in advance of the indicated time since they are not stops.

This is a non-drop ride however you must be able to maintain an average sustained pace of 26-28 km/hr. We will regroup at intersections/stick together as a bunch so no-one is left behind.

What to expect
All riding will be on normal roads with some riding on main roads although earlier than peak times.

If it turns out to be heavy rain the event will be cancelled.

What to bring
Spare tube, tools, pump/CO2 cylinders, snacks and water.

Level of Fitness
A good level of fitness is required. You should be able to ride for 3 hours at an average sustained speed of 26-28 km/hr. Because we are riding on roads that are in use, a good level of comfort riding in traffic is required.

Strava link
https://www.strava.com/routes/3069356966641262556