C&L's NW05 - (C+/2/35) St. Philips to OV Loop back to REN's

ROUTE Link (35 miles, 900 feet ascent) (slower uphill, faster downhill, but ~14-15 MPH Average at the end of the ride)

Weather forecast 5 days out: Cloudy,
10am 56Deg, Wind 4 SSW gusts to 8
1pm 61 Deg, Wind 6 WSW, gusts to 12.

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. There will be a ride-at-your-own pace section while climbing Via Entrada/1st Ave with a regroup on the corner of 1st and Ina. Other 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 stay between the ride leader and the sweep (I am looking for a sweep for this ride). Feel free to join us afterwards at REN's Coffeehouse.

Water/Restrooms
There are no public bathrooms at the start. Be prepared.
Mile 10 - James Kriegh Park
Mile 22 - Wade Mclean Neighborhood Park

Note: Cliff and Liane rides have been on Saturdays for the last three years but we have not announced rides on days of major events like Owl's head, Mount Lemmon Hill Climb, Tumacacori, El Tour de Tucson and other various Saturday events. In 2026, we are going to move our rides to Thursdays to provide a more consistent weekly routine. I encourage others to lead rides during 2026 on Saturdays in the NW. Just let me know if you need any information to get started.

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 520-551-1155 (Cliff) 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. If you are bringing a +1, please send their information as well. 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 ~14-15 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.