Tucson Riders 4 The Cure

NEW LE BUZZ
New Le Buzz to Pistol Hill
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Only one week left until El Tour. If you haven't started your fundraising or made a donation there is still time. Please go to the Arizona Foundation for Cancer website to make your donation or do your fundraising. Please log into: [www.azforcancer.org](https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.azforcancer.org%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7Cf922bfd0a7a1448a00df08de20b27946%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638984148060235763%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=1q01%2BWZUY%2BmMbE67%2BgKS2Ch9c3A5oE%2BM9yYLuxayzBE%3D&reserved=0) to make an online donation (be sure to write "Tucson Riders 4 The Cure" in the comment box).
MEET: 7:15 RIDE: 7:30
Long Route: 62.36 miles, elevation gain 2121 ft
Le Buzz on 2930 N. Swan. (in Plaza Palomino)
Directions: Head North on Swan, R on Sunrise, R on Sabino Canyon, L Tanque Verde, R Tanque Verde Loop Rd, L Speedway, R Freeman (veers left onto Old Spanish Trail), R on Pistol Hill, turns into E. Colossal Cave Rd, turns into Mary Ann Cleveland, R on S. Rita Rd, L on Nexus, R on Harrison Greenway (loop), L on Old Spanish Trail, L on Broadway, L onto Chuck Huckleberry Loop, L on Swan and back to Le Buzz
Shorter Route: ~ 40 miles
Start with initial route to Old Spanish Trail, turn R on Valencia, R on Greenway loop and back to Le Buzz
Rest stops:
Saguaro National Monument East (Old Spanish Trail)
Walgreens after Pistol Hill
If you are not doing the ride as posted, please let the group know in advance. If you decide to make changes during the route (for example, are getting tired and need to take a shortcut back), please let someone know either verbally or leave a message on the ride leader's phone.
WE NEED SWEEPS! Our B and C rider groups need sweeps! A sweep is a rider that stays slightly behind their group for the entire ride to make sure nobody is dropped. People get dropped due to mechanical problems or not keeping up the pace. People also “fall off” the group at intersections or where there is a lot of traffic, such as on the loop. An ideal sweep is someone who knows the route and can assist with basic needs, like dealing with flat tires. PLEASE help out the team by volunteering to sweep. We don’t want to leave anybody behind!
Check out this guide for sweeping for a bicycle group: Email: [tucsonriders4cure@gmail.com](mailto:tucsonriders4cure@gmail.com) General Guidelines for Groups:
Before starting the ride, we will divide into groups depending on cycling speed, skill, and distance goals.
Average Speeds for A, B, and C riders
A riders = 17+ miles per hour
B riders = 15-16 mph
C riders = 12-14 mph
Reminders:
Please review the route map before the ride to become familiar with the directions. This is a safety concern for everyone but is especially important for the “A” riders. “A-riders” are not a “no drop” group. We will try to have sweeps for the B and C riders. If you’re a C rider or have questions, please let us know via email: [tucsonriders4cure@gmail.com](mailto:tucsonriders4cure@gmail.com)
Riding on the Loop: please be respectful of others when riding on the loop and slow down as necessary to safely pass.
Please RSVP for the rides on Meet-up. Other riders like to know who is going and we will post updates on the ride via Meet-up page as needed.
Meet up link: [https://www.meetup.com/tr4tc_az/](https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.meetup.com%2Ftr4tc_az%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7Cf922bfd0a7a1448a00df08de20b27946%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638984148060261758%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=7zE9QgvWLaU0e4WhFAV%2B1zs5XkFy3DdmMa6WdFCD24g%3D&reserved=0)
Be Prepared: Bring water, snacks, equipment to fix a flat, and a cell phone. Make sure you have someone’s phone number in case you need help.
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LINKS:
Meet Up: [https://www.meetup.com/tr4tc_az/](https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.meetup.com%2Ftr4tc_az%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7Cf922bfd0a7a1448a00df08de20b27946%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638984148060299964%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=T76KK0wmZNDeG7WMu1vlxU4yOhx0AGabOmkjCcLUrpc%3D&reserved=0)
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