VVCC's Morning Coffee Ride to Proteus Bikes & Brews

The weather is looking great so let's take advantage of it while we can. Join VVCC for a Morning Pop Up Ride. This is a 36 mile route beginning in the parking lot of Anacostia Skate Pavilion. We will be riding through parts of DC, Riverdale, College Park, Maryland University, Greenbelt and Beltsville. We will also be stopping at Proteus Bike shop for a short coffee break.

***Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54154322*

Meetup at 9:30a.
Rollout at 10a
This is a casually paced ride with estimated averages not exceeding 17 mph. This ride is not S.A.G supported. This is a "Ride at your own pace" ride so it is important that everyone download the route.
PACE:
A = 19+mph
B = 17-19mph
C = 15-17
D = 12-15
AMS (Average Moving Speed) may vary depending on terrain, traffic, and the ability of riders.
Be sure to check in when you arrive.
Please Read:
To maintain safety on the road and to be respectful of motorists the following simple set of guidelines are asked to be followed:

• Yellow Line rule on two lane roads must be obeyed. (NEVER EVER to be crossed)
• White Line rule when we have ample shoulder or an adequate bike must be obeyed.
• Broken Line rule, we do not take up more than one lane except when safely transitioning for a left turn.
• Slower riders in the Free Ride sections should move to the far right to allow faster riders to go by on the left.
• 2x2 Paceline at all other times. No wheel overlapping of the rider in front.
• The large peloton will NOT stop for flats. If you are with a friend that flats, we suggest that you stop and ride in with them. Be sure to know the route and how to short cut or get back and how to change a flat.
• NO "in ear" or "over the ear" Headphones of any kind allowed.
• Experienced cyclists are asked to help first timers with route info

When you RSVP to participating in this or any VELO VELO Cycling Club ride or event you are acknowledging that you take sole and full responsibility for your own health and safety.
Helmets are a must. No helmet-No participation.
Please be sure to have all proper equipment and supplies to help ensure a safe and pleasant ride. Two spare inner tubes, CO2 cartridges, patch kit and pump.
Front and rear lights
Eye Protection
Gloves
Proper hydration
Water bottles that fit your bottle cage
ID and money
Obey all traffic laws including stopping at red lights.