The Purple Line Loop - Perimeter of Washington DC

Arrive at 9:45 am

Pedal at 10:00 am

Join us for a ride around the perimeter of Washington DC. We will meet at Cora Kelly Elementary School next to 4 Mile Run, in Alexandria VA. We will start on the 4-mile trail and then head to the capital crescent trail, then to Rock Creek trail and onto Sligo creek parkway, the Anacostia trail and then back to the 4-mile trail.
There is a rest stop at Kaldi Coffee in Silver Spring around mile 21 or 22. There is another rest stop at mile 29 at Vigilante Coffee in Hyattsville.

This is a new route for us and a departure from our typical rides in the country.

After the ride, we can go to lunch somewhere in Old Town or a nearby area.

Ride Details

Distance: 47.8 miles
Elevation: 1,403 ft
Max Grade: 7.0%
Surface: Paved surfaces
Pace: 15 to 16 mph
Map for Ride https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45487234

What to Bring
• Helmet - Mandatory!
• Liquids - And plenty of them!
• Photo ID
• Cell Phone
• Money - Cash or credit card for food or emergency
• Bicycle Emergency Kit - (cash, mini tool, inner tube, CO2 cartridge or hand pump, etc.)

Other Things to Keep in Mind
If you RSVP "yes" and you are unable to attend due to unexpected circumstances, please call or text the event host.

No go if conditions are bad. This includes precipitation (rain, =snow, ice) or very high (60% - 100%) probability of precipitation, wet roads, tornadoes, hurricanes, or very high winds.

Note: All persons participating in the activity accept and/or assume any and all risks of injuries (physical or otherwise) arising from and/or associated with this activity.

Questions & Contact Info
As always, if you have any questions, you may email the organizer(s) for the event or post your question as a comment.