Dave Parson's NWNo5 - St. Philips to OV Loop (C+/2/38)

ROUTE Link (38 miles, 1165 feet ascent) (~15-17 MPH Average)
If you are looking for a slower shorter ride, sign up for Cliff's (C/2/35) ride HERE that will start at the same location and time.

Route: More than half this route is on the multipurpose paths. The rest of the route is on roads that have bike lanes and/or low traffic. Ride-at-your-own pace and regroup areas may be designated by your ride leaders. Other than these ride-at-your-on pace/regroup sections you are expected to let the ride leader lead out front.

Feel free to join us at Ren's Coffeehouse at the end of the ride.

Water/Restrooms
Mile 0 - Start - No easily accessible bathrooms. Be prepared.
Mile 10.4 - James Kriegh Park
Mile 24.4 - Crossroads Park

Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in. If you sign up for the ride and are running a couple of minutes late call or text Dave Parsons at 206-399-9081 and we will wait up to five minutes before leaving.

Load the route into your bicycle computer, your smart phone or print a copy of the cue sheet. Otherwise, don't lose track of the ride leader.

If you haven't ridden with us before, we will not have your contact information. If so, please send your name, phone number, emergency contact, emergency contact phone number (NOT 911) to cliffhaston55@gmail.com (Dave's Admin). The ride waiver will be filled out prior to the ride, you will just need to verify the information and sign it. We work hard to prevent any issues from happening on these rides, but sometimes accidents happen. Your signature on the sign-in sheet protects members from an insurance perspective.

If you are not comfortable or not capable of the expected pace average of ~15-17 MPH average, please do not participate in this ride, it is not fair to the other riders. This is a social ride, lots of conversations, and regroupings as we will not drop anyone.

If you are not a member of our cycling club, please join: Sign Up Link

What to Bring:

• Food & fluids for 3 hours - 2 24oz Bottles or Hydration Pack.
• Bring a tube/patch kit and a way to inflate your tires.
• Be sure your bike is in good mechanical condition.
• CPSC approved helmets must always be worn while riding.
• No ear buds! This is a safety requirement, not a request.

If you are riding, I ask that you agree that:

• You will obey traffic laws. Drive your bike as you would your car.
• You are a representative of the greater cycling community and will therefore conduct yourself appropriately.
• You will represent GABA well.
• This is not a "training" or "intensive" ride - this is a social, no drop, base building ride.
• If any of these standards are unclear, you will ask for clarification.
• Route subject to change based upon, weather, road conditions, group requests, and or the ride leader getting lost.