Tampa Bay Cycling Meetup and Facebook Group

Starting at the Caladesi Publix. We’ll bike the trail north to Keystone & East Lake Road then on the return we’ll ride through Wall Springs Park before heading back to our start. Round trip 28 miles. Rolling speed 13-16 mph.

For those wanting a shorter ride you may turn around at our rest stop at the Tarpon Springs Splash Park. R/T about 16 miles.


This is a No drop ride.
Please arrive 15 minutes early so we may start on time.
Helmet required, hydration liquids and bright clothing suggested.

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
By registering and participating in this or any of our future meetups, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the following statement.
I understand that the activities herein involve certain dangers and risks which I am prepared to fully assume for myself. 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 it’s agents for damages or injury sustained in the physical activity.

Details:

• We will ride in a pace line
• Rolling between 17-19 (+/- depending on wind) and averaging between 17-18
• 26-30 miles (depending on daylight)

Steve and I travel through some traffic so, let’s meet between 6 -6:15 at Suncoast and Hwy. 54. We will ride north on the Suncoast, down Ridge, back to Suncoast, and then dip into Starkey park. This is a no drop ride, however be sure that you can ride at this pace. After the ride, we usually grab some dinner at one of the local spots… join us!

Please arrive 15 minutes early so we may start on time.
Helmet required, hydration liquids, lights and bright clothing suggested.

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
By registering and participating in this or any of our future meetups, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the following statement.
I understand that the activities herein involve certain dangers and risks which I am prepared to fully assume for myself. 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 it’s agents for damages or injury sustained in the physical activity.

We are volunteers, not professional hosts, leaders, medical personnel, weather forecasters or mechanics, 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.

We'll ride from beautiful Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs to Starkey Wilderness Park, at ~13-15 mph for ~36 miles. If you prefer a shorter route, there are places to stop in Starkey Wilderness to trim off 2-14 miles.

Please arrive early enough to roll out at 8:30 AM. Parking lot is ~1 mi in from main park entrance.

We’ll stop at Starkey Market for a short break on the way out and back. There’s also a rest stop at our Starkey Park turn around point.

Cyclists are responsible for their own safety, and are subject to the same traffic laws as drivers. We are recreational bicyclists. You must wear a helmet and exhibit safe riding. Come prepared with sunscreen, water, snack bar, etc. as desired, and a spare tube/flat kit.