TNR Chases the Charles

Join us on Thursday Sept 11 as we chase the Charles out to Waltham for 20 miles. The route totals about 500 ft of climb, so its mostly flat. We'll follow the Charles westward along the south side path along Soldiers Field Road out to Watertown square, continue west through Newton and into Waltham before looping back. For the most part, there won't be a lot of sprinting opportunities, but ride as you will.

We start near the Alewife Craft Food Hall/Alewife Garage (across the street and to the left as you look out from the garage near the intersection). We'll keep a pace of about 13 mph on the average for this largely urban ride. This is intended to be a no-drop ride, but you should be in good riding condition with a road bike. We will wait near the top of the few hills and before we turn after long stretches so that everyone can ride at a comfortable pace.

The departure time will be 5:30 and expect that we'll again return right around sunset. You're strongly encouraged to bring lights. Make sure that your bike is in good working order before you leave home. Helmets required. You are responsible for your own safety.

Registration closes at midnight on Wednesday before the ride. If there are fewer than 4 riders, I will cancel. If you sign-up, show up. Everyone will be waitlisted until you've responded to the question. The ride is capped at 10 participants.

I will offer a brief safety talk before we depart promptly at 5:30. If rain is in the forecast, I will cancel the ride by 4 pm.

If anyone is traveling by car, there is paid parking in the Alewife Garage and some free parking in the lot at the Summer Shack kitty corner from the start. You may also find a spot at Thompson Field in Arlington along the Minuteman path.