On Jun 11, 2024, at 8:30?PM, Dave Harper <cyclingcs@...> wrote:

?Hello Tandem Riders,

Given this beautiful weather, and that so far have 4 interested teams, we have decided to call an impromptu tandem ride.

This will be a make up for the May ride that was cancelled for rain. Yes it is Three Covered Bridges, starting from Utica Park. The ride leaders will use this 41 mile route:



We are also including a shorter 27 miles version:



This ride is a long time club favorite and passes through three covered bridges in Frederick County, MD. The terrain is rolling and nearly perfect for tandems, with approximately 1600 ft of elevation change over 41.6 miles. There are several parks along the route where we can regroup and / or take rest breaks. We will also pass through Emmitsburg, where drinks and snacks are available, and Mt St. Mary's University. We will use the tunnel under US 15 at Mt. St. Mary's to avoid crossing the highway. We also pass near Thurmont, where food and drinks are also available.

The ride start location is Utica Park, which has restrooms:

Please join us if you can.

- Dave & Julie Harper
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