Truffle Trail! 35 Mi, 16-19MPH rolling with options for faster and slower groups

This is a 35-mile trail ride from Winn-Dixie(Odessa) to the Racetrac at HWY 52 and back. Our goal is to get in a top-notch workout by maintaining our upper speed. However, we will have options for faster and slower riders. Some can get in a faster workout and others can enjoy a slower pace. JOIN US!

No big deal if you get dropped. I know I have my days when I'm just not feeling it! You can easily self navigate the trail. Head north to our stop at Racetrac HERE: https://goo.gl/maps/W18Nd7LqgSgjgY9C7
The address is 15474 State Rd 52, Land O' Lakes, FL 34638.
And then head back to Winn-DIxie.

My cell # is 813-679-3763 if you have questions or for anyone that has a problem during the ride.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THE TERMS OF PARTICIPATION BELOW

Don't forget those CARBS!

We will meet and park in the Winn Dixie lot, Winn-Dixie, 17649 Gunn Hwy, Odessa, FL 33556.

We will cross Van Dyke from the parking lot and pick up the Upper Tampa Bay Trail. Then we will work our way through the Brooker Creek Headwaters Nature Preserve and head north along the trail to the Lutz Lake Fern Trailhead. We will continue past the trailhead and pick up the Suncoast trail and head all the way north to the Racetrac on Hwy 52 and take a REfreshments and facility break at the Racetrac on Hwy 52. Then we will complete our ride south, back to Winn Dixie!

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 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, just folks who enjoy group rides with like-minded peers :). You are totally responsible for your own equipment, personal skill level, health, personal safety, and decisions.

Please stay home if your bike isn't up to date or your health is sketchy. Even if you think it is allergies, please ride solo or stay home. Just regular coughing may alarm the other riders.

We in our sole discretion may choose whom to accept or remove from this meetup group.

No shows, negative or adversarial comments, posts or actions will result in removal and banning of the offending party.

Attendance limited due to covid. Practice social distancing. We won't touch you or your stuff.

• What to bring

a spare tube (flat tire fixings),
bike lock,
plenty of liquids;
a helmet will be required.
Bring money for food and refreshments.
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.

Here's the route for this ride: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/63415511

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