Intermediate 45 Mile Ride to Two Brothers Roundhouse DON'T SIGN UP FOR BEG RIDE)
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This is the LONGER RIDE to Two Brothers Roundhouse. ONLY RSVP to ONE RIDE!
There are two rides to the Roundhouse, Beginner (25 miles) and Intermediate (45 miles). Please only RSVP to one ride. We need to give management at the Roundhouse an accurate number in our party.
Ride the Fox River Bike Trail to Two Brothers Roundhouse (http://www.twobrothersbrewing.com/roundhouse/) Restaurant and Microbrewery. This ride is a mix of paved trails and road riding with significant hills.
Arrive at the Blue Box Cafe (http://www.theblueboxcafe.com/) early for coffee and a snack and be ready to roll out about 9:00 am. Our route is roughly 45 miles to the Roundhouse and back. We will meet the beginner group for lunch. They have the same destination but start in St. Charles. While our group has a 'no drop ride' policy be certain you can maintain a 14 MPH AVERAGE OVER THE 45 PLUS MILES OF THE ROUTE. IF YOU CANNOT DO THIS, SIGN UP FOR THE BEGINNING RIDE)
MEET: 8:30ish
RIDE: 9:00ish
PACE: 14 MPH AVERAGE
Suggested route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35414331
A HELMET IS MANDATORY for all Let's Ride bicycle rides. Also required, a working and properly maintained bicycle that will allow you to travel the distance and pace you have elected to ride.
As 'situational awareness' is critical to safe bicycling, EARBUDS, EARPHONES and LOUDSPEAKERS will NOT be ALLOWED on this ride.
You should also bring the normal accoutrement (ID with Emergency Contact and Insurance cards, spare inner tube, pump, etc.), proper attire based on the weather forecast, hand sanitizer, water, sunscreen, sunglasses, money for food and/or beverage, a bicycle lock and a good attitude!
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
NOTE:
By attending (or RSVPing) to this event, you consent to the risks inherent in group cycling—including falls, collisions, road hazards, traffic, and weather—and agree to participate at your own risk. You are responsible for your own safety, equipment, and decisions while riding. All riders must wear a helmet and obey all traffic laws. By participating, you release Let's Ride and its organizers and ride leaders from any liability arising from participation.
Please change your RSVP if you cannot attend.
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