New Years easy bike ride and lunch, all trails

This ride will introduce you to the Pinellas Trail, Wall Springs Park as we ride out to the water and we will also take a look at some of our primate cousins from the trail at Suncoast Primate Preserve. Ride will be 14 miles at a comfortable pace (11 to 13 mph) so riders will enjoy exploring while at the same time, making new friends with like interests. We take a water and photo and bathroom break at about 7 miles at Wall Springs Park.

Hopefully a sunny 65 degrees after 2 cold days!
All trails, only busy street crossing has overpass (aka a Florida hill lol),

We will offer an opportunity to eat and socialize afterwards at Corvo Blanco great food and adult beverage options.. Corvo Bianco I have taken many kayak groups there with no complaints, my next paddle there Hammock Park 1,2or3mi to deserted island swim-good for newbies-food option after, Sun, Jan 18, 2026, 9:00 AM | Meetup

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We start by the trail side of the Publix shopping center at 902 Curlew at Alt 19 Dunedin. There are rest rooms in Publix and at Wall Springs Park and Corvo Bianco afterwards, . People may get a bite after the ride if so inclined at Corvo Bianco. see > Menu

RIDE WITH GPS 14 mile trail Route https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53612431

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION

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I understand that the activities herein involve certain dangers and risks which I am prepared to fully assume for myself and all children accompanying me. I will abide by all laws and regulations and agree to participate in a safe and prudent manner. In addition, I agree to waive all claims which I, or any member of my family, or my heirs, executors or assigns, may have against this meetup or its agents for damages or injury sustained as the result of participating in the physical activity.

We are volunteers, not professional hosts, leaders, medical personnel, cartographers, weather forecasters or mechanics, coaches or psychologists, just folks who enjoy group events with like-minded peers :) . You are totally responsible for your own equipment, personal skill level, health, personal safety and decisions.

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and out of town bike adventures at [[www.FunBikeTrips.com](http://www.funbiketrips.com/)](http://www.funbiketrips.com/) and on our Fun bike trips meetup. Gulfport Florida bike and or kayak, eat and or drink , Sun, Jan 4, 2026, 9:00 AM | Meetup

TIME TO GIVE BACK
Do you wish there were rides at a different speed then this, maybe shorter/longer, closer to your house/work, or at a different time? Message Paul S and he will make you a host so you can post. The more variety the better.

• What to bring

Required, a helmet will be required.

Suggested,
a spare tube (flat tire fixings),
bike lock,
plenty of liquids;
Bright clothing,
front & rear lights are very good to have .

Please be group minded and arrive 15 minutes before the ride starts, as we will start promptly.

Rains or excessive winds may cause cancellation. Check back day of event.

Where: Publix Super Market at Caladesi Shopping Center, 902 Curlew Rd, Dunedin, FL 34698 by trail side of lot (to far left of center) 727x200x3142

Sse other rsvps and biking events at Casual New Years ride and lunch get outdoors, 14 mi @11-13 mph- all trails!, Thu, Jan 1, 2026, 12:01 PM | Meetup