Ward-Nederland from Bearded Brewer - 9 am

Ward - Nederland, 67.2mi, BB, SVCG

Looks like it's going to be another hot day so we'll try to escape the heat with a climb up to Ward.

• This ride has a stop at the store in Ward and a stop at the store in Nederland.
• See the photos section for RWGPS screenshots for the mountain segments.
• We'll regroup at the stores and also at the bottom of the canyon on Arapahoe Road.

We typically self-organize into three groups at the start of the ride:

• GROUP A: This group will be at a faster pace (19+mph average)
• GROUP B1: This group will be at a medium/fast pace (17 to 19 mph average)
• GROUP B2: Rides in the 15-17 mph range. This a NO-DROP group and we will strive to wait for everyone at particular re-gathering points on the route.

WHO: This is a road bike ride for people who have experience riding on the road with traffic. Please only sign up if you are confident you can complete the described ride/route (distance, pace, etc.).
RIDE NOTES: Rides roll out no more than 5 minutes after advertised start time, please arrive early & be ready to roll on time.

• We are vehicles on the road so it is imperative we follow the traffic laws. Failing to do so can lead to serious injury, possibly death.
• Come prepared for mechanical breakdowns (bring spare tube, patch kit, tire levers, multi-tool).
• Be sure to bring enough water for the length of the ride. As a general rule, one bottle of water is good for 1 hour of riding (8 oz per 20 mins of ride time).

RIDE DISCLAIMER: By participating in St. Vrain Chain Gang Cycling Club "SVCG" activities you ACKNOWLEDGE, AGREE and FULLY UNDERSTAND that (a) you are in good health, and proper physical condition to participate in Cycling Activities; (b) that the nature of Cycling Activities involves Risks and Dangers, and these may be caused by your own actions or the actions of others (fellow riders, other traffic, and road conditions); (c) "SVCG", ride leaders, volunteers, and Sponsors associated with the club, can not be held accountable for the negligence or actions/inactions of participants, and they are released from ALL LIABILITY.