Eastside Cruise C/2/41

Pace: End of ride average 14 mph, climbing will be slower and downhills faster
Elevation: Almost 1400 ft of climbing

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Description: We will start at Mo Udall near the dog park and head east! The plan is to go up Bear Canyon to Snyder Rd and a meandering route to Agua Caliente Park for a first rest and bathroom break. Then on to Agua Caliente Trailhead and up Freeman to a second rest stop at Sahuaro National Park. Then down Old Spanish Trail to Melpomene and Ridgeside to Speedway and then back to Udal via the path. Regroups along the way, but it’s always great when you know the route. Be sure to download and be familiar with the route!

There will be a brief orientation at start time listed above with wheels rolling afterward. Please arrive 15 minutes beforehand to sign the ride waiver.
Looking forward to the ride!
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What to Bring:

• No ear buds! This is a safety requirement, not a request.
• Food & fluids for 2 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.

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.
• While riding, you will respect others. You will take care when passing pedestrians and other cyclists: ring your bell or call out "Passing" or "Good morning!" before passing.
• If any of these standards are unclear, you can ask for clarification.
• Route subject to change based upon, weather, road conditions, group requests, and or the ride leader getting lost or forgetting his helmet.

GABA Rating System:
Pace Ratings:
A 20+
B+ 18 - 20
B 16 - 18
C+ 14 - 16
C 12 - 14
D 12 or lower
Hill Ratings:
1 Flat
2 Minor Hills
3 Moderate Hills
4 Long Climbs or Very Steep