Re: Three Covered Bridges July 15 - START LOCATION CHANGE!!!
Hi Dave,
Sandy and I are looking forward to tomorrow's tandem ride.? ?At this point, we are considering the shortcut.? We haven't ridden that much this year.? Will you be providing a cue sheet for the shorter version?
See you tomorrow.
Phil Rhoten
On Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 06:30:07 PM EDT, Dave Harper <cyclingcs@...> wrote:
Hello Tandem Riders,
The Three Covered Bridges ride for Saturday July 15 at 9 AM is still on. However I've received a request from BBC to modify the route to remove the potentially dangerous crossings of US 15.
Therefore I have CHANGED THE RIDE START LOCATION TO UTICA PARK (which has restrooms):
The 2nd change is that we will be using this RWGPS route. This route is 40 miles and has 1600 ft of climbing, but there is also a shortcut that will knock off 10 or so miles.
This route passes 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 a detour can be made for food or drinks.
We hope to see you Saturday!
- Dave & Julie Harper
?? 571-436-2286
?? 703-608-8416
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Re: Three Covered Bridges July 15 - START LOCATION CHANGE!!!
Hi All,
Hank and I had hoped to be in the area and able to ride with everyone, but had a recent addition to the family, Cadence the pup, that has kept us at home.
We hope everyone is having a wonderful summer and getting lots of riding in.
We look forward to seeing many of you in Fayetteville in September for the Fayetteville Tandem Rally the riding is great, the scenery absolutely beautiful and the fall weather in NWA is refreshing.? You can make a week or two vacation of it because there is so much to do between the arts, theatre, museums, restaurants, live music venues, and outdoor activities (hiking, kayaking, parks, birdwatching).??
The Saturday before on September 23rd in Little Rock, AR is the Big Dam Bridge ride which is a fabulous event. ?
The Saturday after October 7th in Bentonville, AR is Square 2 Square Fall ride.
WAIT no Longer register for Fayetteville Tandem Rally!!! We have a great weekend planned for the Fayetteville Tandem Rally with scenic routes, fun activities, great camaraderie with like-minded-folks, delicious food and plenty of adult watering holes along the way.?
For those who have expressed concern with the amount of climbing, no need to worry our medium routes have less than 1,400 ft of elevation gain.? We are staying in the river valleys with views of the Ozarks surrounding us.? But for those looking for a challenge we are happy to accommodate you with a few climbs.??
Check out our website with the details and registration, but we have a few surprises up our sleeve for you, too!
The community of Fayetteville is excited to welcome the tandems to town!??See the local visitor center write-up on Experience Fayetteville.?
We know all will have a wonderful ride this Saturday with Dave and Julie!? We will miss ya'll! Roxanne and Hank Theiss r28moody@...
On Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 07:37:57 AM CST, Dave Harper <cyclingcs@...> wrote:
Hi All,
A few more things about Saturday¡¯s ride.
There is a Subway Restaurant in Emmitsburg near the McDonalds, approximately mile 20.7. We are planning to stop there for drinks and a regrouping.
There are bathrooms at Loys Station Park, mile 7.4. We can make a quick stop there.
We are planning to have lunch at Panera Bread in Frederick after the ride. This is a short drive from the ride start. All are welcome for lunch.
- Dave & Julie?
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Re: Three Covered Bridges July 15 - START LOCATION CHANGE!!!
Hi All,
A few more things about Saturday¡¯s ride.
There is a Subway Restaurant in Emmitsburg near the McDonalds, approximately mile 20.7. We are planning to stop there for drinks and a regrouping.
There are bathrooms at Loys Station Park, mile 7.4. We can make a quick stop there.
We are planning to have lunch at Panera Bread in Frederick after the ride. This is a short drive from the ride start. All are welcome for lunch.
- Dave & Julie?
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Re: Three Covered Bridges July 15 - START LOCATION CHANGE!!!
Thanks, Dave & Julie.?
Orly and I are looking forward to this ride!
Best,
M -- Mark S.R. Williams
Mobile: 505-577-2075
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Three Covered Bridges July 15 - START LOCATION CHANGE!!!
Hello Tandem Riders,
The Three Covered Bridges ride for Saturday July 15 at 9 AM is still on. However I've received a request from BBC to modify the route to remove the potentially dangerous crossings of US 15.
Therefore I have CHANGED THE RIDE START LOCATION TO UTICA PARK (which has restrooms):
The 2nd change is that we will be using this RWGPS route. This route is 40 miles and has 1600 ft of climbing, but there is also a shortcut that will knock off 10 or so miles.
This route passes 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 a detour can be made for food or drinks.
We hope to see you Saturday!
- Dave & Julie Harper
?? 571-436-2286
?? 703-608-8416
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Hi Ethan,
We think the C&O would be good. We certainly ride it and know of some other teams that go as well.?
Thanks for leading!
Laurie and Ed?
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On Jul 8, 2023, at 15:45, Nate2003dc via groups.io <nate2003dc@...> wrote:
? BW coord:
I am thinking about our October ride I lead. Would most people be amenable to riding on the C&O canal?
Ethan On Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at 09:25:17 AM EDT, WABITS Coordinator <wabitscoordinator@...> wrote:
? Hi all,
We have two tandem ride opportunities (so far!) in July.
Happy riding, Laurie and Ed
Saturday July 15 @ 9:00, 39 miles - Three covered bridges Ride Start: Monocacy Middle School 8009 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702 Join us for the 3 Covered Bridges ride. This ride is a long time club favorite and passes through three covered bridges in Frederick County, MD. The terrain is rolling and near perfect for tandems, with approximately 1800 ft of elevation change over 39 miles. There are several parks along the route where we will regroup and take rest breaks. There are at least three restrooms along the route, and we plan to stop at the High's convenience store in Thurmont. There are no restrooms at the ride start. Suggest using the restrooms at the Weis Grocery Store about 1 mile away. Ride with GPS: Ride Leaders: Dave and Julie Harper Dave - 703-608-8416
Tuesday July 18 @ 9:00, 29 miles - Blueberries and Barrens Ride start: Batsto Village
31 Batsto Rd Hammonton, NJ 08037
Join us for our annual trip over to enjoy blueberry season in the "Blueberry capitol of the world", Hammonton, NJ.? We will use quiet roads that go past acres of blueberries and a bit of the NJ Pinelands National Reserve.? Note that if there is an opportunity to see a blueberry harvester up close we will stop for a picture!? There are plenty of farms to visit for fresh blueberries to bring home.
Ride with GPS:
Ride leaders: Ed and Laurie Barr Laurie - 703-909-3226
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BW coord:
I am thinking about our October ride I lead. Would most people be amenable to riding on the C&O canal?
Ethan On Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at 09:25:17 AM EDT, WABITS Coordinator <wabitscoordinator@...> wrote:
? Hi all,
We have two tandem ride opportunities (so far!) in July.
Happy riding, Laurie and Ed
Saturday July 15 @ 9:00, 39 miles - Three covered bridges Ride Start: Monocacy Middle School 8009 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702 Join us for the 3 Covered Bridges ride. This ride is a long time club favorite and passes through three covered bridges in Frederick County, MD. The terrain is rolling and near perfect for tandems, with approximately 1800 ft of elevation change over 39 miles. There are several parks along the route where we will regroup and take rest breaks. There are at least three restrooms along the route, and we plan to stop at the High's convenience store in Thurmont. There are no restrooms at the ride start. Suggest using the restrooms at the Weis Grocery Store about 1 mile away. Ride with GPS: Ride Leaders: Dave and Julie Harper Dave - 703-608-8416
Tuesday July 18 @ 9:00, 29 miles - Blueberries and Barrens Ride start: Batsto Village
31 Batsto Rd Hammonton, NJ 08037
Join us for our annual trip over to enjoy blueberry season in the "Blueberry capitol of the world", Hammonton, NJ.? We will use quiet roads that go past acres of blueberries and a bit of the NJ Pinelands National Reserve.? Note that if there is an opportunity to see a blueberry harvester up close we will stop for a picture!? There are plenty of farms to visit for fresh blueberries to bring home.
Ride with GPS:
Ride leaders: Ed and Laurie Barr Laurie - 703-909-3226
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? Hi all,
We have two tandem ride opportunities (so far!) in July.
Happy riding, Laurie and Ed
Saturday July 15 @ 9:00, 39 miles - Three covered bridges Ride Start: Monocacy Middle School 8009 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702 Join us for the 3 Covered Bridges ride. This ride is a long time club favorite and passes through three covered bridges in Frederick County, MD. The terrain is rolling and near perfect for tandems, with approximately 1800 ft of elevation change over 39 miles. There are several parks along the route where we will regroup and take rest breaks. There are at least three restrooms along the route, and we plan to stop at the High's convenience store in Thurmont. There are no restrooms at the ride start. Suggest using the restrooms at the Weis Grocery Store about 1 mile away. Ride with GPS: Ride Leaders: Dave and Julie Harper Dave - 703-608-8416
Tuesday July 18 @ 9:00, 29 miles - Blueberries and Barrens Ride start: Batsto Village
31 Batsto Rd Hammonton, NJ 08037
Join us for our annual trip over to enjoy blueberry season in the "Blueberry capitol of the world", Hammonton, NJ.? We will use quiet roads that go past acres of blueberries and a bit of the NJ Pinelands National Reserve.? Note that if there is an opportunity to see a blueberry harvester up close we will stop for a picture!? There are plenty of farms to visit for fresh blueberries to bring home.
Ride with GPS:
Ride leaders: Ed and Laurie Barr Laurie - 703-909-3226
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Re: Tandem ride this Saturday, 6/24
Ellen . I are leaving house now for ride. Give it a go.?
On Sat, Jun 24, 2023 at 7:55 AM, Andrea_n_Phil <phil21797@...> wrote: On Sat, Jun 24, 2023 at 7:35?AM Dave Harper < cyclingcs@...> wrote: Hi Phil,
We will gamble on it clearing up enough to ride. We will deflate our tires a little for better traction. See you there.
- Dave & Julie? On Sat, Jun 24, 2023 at 7:31 AM Andrea_n_Phil < phil21797@...> wrote: Hi Dave,
We're getting a little bit of light drizzle right now. From the weather radar, it looks like it should be clearing soon.? I expect that the roads won't be too wet by 10 am.? So, I think the ride is still on, unless someone recommends we cancel it.? What do you think?
Regards,
Phil On Sat, Jun 24, 2023 at 7:02?AM Dave Harper < cyclingcs@...> wrote: Just checking to see if today¡¯s ride is still on? We¡¯ve had a lot of rain in Reston, but if the ride is still on we¡¯ll be there.
- Dave & Julie Harper?
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Re: Tandem ride this Saturday, 6/24
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On Sat, Jun 24, 2023 at 7:35?AM Dave Harper < cyclingcs@...> wrote: Hi Phil,
We will gamble on it clearing up enough to ride. We will deflate our tires a little for better traction. See you there.
- Dave & Julie? On Sat, Jun 24, 2023 at 7:31 AM Andrea_n_Phil < phil21797@...> wrote: Hi Dave,
We're getting a little bit of light drizzle right now. From the weather radar, it looks like it should be clearing soon.? I expect that the roads won't be too wet by 10 am.? So, I think the ride is still on, unless someone recommends we cancel it.? What do you think?
Regards,
Phil On Sat, Jun 24, 2023 at 7:02?AM Dave Harper < cyclingcs@...> wrote: Just checking to see if today¡¯s ride is still on? We¡¯ve had a lot of rain in Reston, but if the ride is still on we¡¯ll be there.
- Dave & Julie Harper?
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Re: Tandem ride this Saturday, 6/24
Hi Phil,
We will gamble on it clearing up enough to ride. We will deflate our tires a little for better traction. See you there.
- Dave & Julie?
On Sat, Jun 24, 2023 at 7:31 AM Andrea_n_Phil < phil21797@...> wrote: Hi Dave,
We're getting a little bit of light drizzle right now. From the weather radar, it looks like it should be clearing soon.? I expect that the roads won't be too wet by 10 am.? So, I think the ride is still on, unless someone recommends we cancel it.? What do you think?
Regards,
Phil On Sat, Jun 24, 2023 at 7:02?AM Dave Harper < cyclingcs@...> wrote: Just checking to see if today¡¯s ride is still on? We¡¯ve had a lot of rain in Reston, but if the ride is still on we¡¯ll be there.
- Dave & Julie Harper?
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Re: Tandem ride this Saturday, 6/24
Hi Dave,
We're getting a little bit of light drizzle right now. From the weather radar, it looks like it should be clearing soon.? I expect that the roads won't be too wet by 10 am.? So, I think the ride is still on, unless someone recommends we cancel it.? What do you think?
Regards,
Phil
On Sat, Jun 24, 2023 at 7:02?AM Dave Harper < cyclingcs@...> wrote: Just checking to see if today¡¯s ride is still on? We¡¯ve had a lot of rain in Reston, but if the ride is still on we¡¯ll be there.
- Dave & Julie Harper?
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Re: Tandem ride this Saturday, 6/24
It is too wet for us to feel comfortable especially on a tandem.? Hope you have a great time.? Temperature will be awesome.
We are headed towards the ride start, gambling that this fog is going to clear.? Ed and Laurie? ?Just checking to see if today¡¯s ride is still on? We¡¯ve had a lot of rain in Reston, but if the ride is still on we¡¯ll be there.
- Dave & Julie Harper?
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Re: Tandem ride this Saturday, 6/24
We are headed towards the ride start, gambling that this fog is going to clear.? Ed and Laurie?
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On Jun 24, 2023, at 07:02, Dave Harper <cyclingcs@...> wrote:
?Just checking to see if today¡¯s ride is still on? We¡¯ve had a lot of rain in Reston, but if the ride is still on we¡¯ll be there.
- Dave & Julie Harper?
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Re: Tandem ride this Saturday, 6/24
Just checking to see if today¡¯s ride is still on? We¡¯ve had a lot of rain in Reston, but if the ride is still on we¡¯ll be there.
- Dave & Julie Harper?
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Tandem ride this Saturday, 6/24
Hi all,
Just a reminder!
Saturday June 24, 2023 @ 10:00 am,? Winfield to Union Bridge
41 miles Start: Mayeski Park, W Old Liberty Rd, Sykesville, MD 21784.? Park at the top of the first parking lot on your right when you enter the park.
This is a scenic, low-traffic, 41 mile ride from Mayeski Park in Winfield (Sykesville street address) to Union Bridge. Porta potties are available at the ride start. Rest stop will be at the Flood Zone at mile 27.6 (food, drinks, bathroom, outside picnic tables under shade trees). All roads are paved except for half a mile of smooth, hard packed stone at mile 21.
The Flood Zone hours are?12-10 pm?on weekends. The Flood Zone:?floodzonebrewery.com
Phil and Andrea David
410-206-1835
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We plan to join you.? Love getting off the pavement and eating under the trees.
Lydia Cunningham (and Scott)
443-422-9189 (cell)
? Hi all,
We hope you are getting in lots of riding while we have been having such nice weather!
We have one ride in June (so far; impromptu rides are welcome!).
Saturday June 24, 2023 @ 10:00 am,? Winfield to Union Bridge
41 miles
Start: Mayeski Park, W Old Liberty Rd, Sykesville, MD 21784.? Park at the top of the first parking lot on your right when you enter the park.
This is a scenic, low-traffic, 41 mile ride from Mayeski Park in Winfield (Sykesville street address) to Union Bridge. Porta potties are available at the ride start. Rest stop will be at the Flood Zone at mile 27.6 (food, drinks, bathroom, outside picnic tables under shade trees). All roads are paved except for half a mile of smooth, hard packed stone at mile 21.
The Flood Zone hours are 12-10 pm on weekends. The Flood Zone:
Phil and Andrea David
410-206-1835
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We'll miss you in the ride -- we're in Michigan. We'll be driving through Canada this summer, though, so I'm hoping for some recommendations for nice relatively short rides in Ontario a long the way. Olya?
On Mon, Jun 5, 2023, 2:24 PM William O Lockwood via <wlockwood= [email protected]> wrote: Candy, which etandem are you getting? Bill
On Mon, Jun 5, 2023 at 11:39 AM, CANDACE COTTON via So sorry we will miss this ride. We are back from our long trip to Europe, but this is the weekend we are picking up our new Etandem. Yay! Best to all, Candy and Mike On Monday, June 5, 2023 at 09:47:29 AM GMT-5, WABITS Coordinator < wabitscoordinator@...> wrote: ?Hi all, We hope you are getting in lots of riding while we have been having such nice weather! We have one ride in June (so far; impromptu rides are welcome!). Saturday June 24, 2023 @ 10:00 am,? Winfield to Union Bridge 41 miles Start: Mayeski Park, W Old Liberty Rd, Sykesville, MD 21784.? Park at the top of the first parking lot on your right when you enter the park. This is a scenic, low-traffic, 41 mile ride from Mayeski Park in Winfield (Sykesville street address) to Union Bridge. Porta potties are available at the ride start. Rest stop will be at the Flood Zone at mile 27.6 (food, drinks, bathroom, outside picnic tables under shade trees). All roads are paved except for half a mile of smooth, hard packed stone at mile 21. The Flood Zone hours are 12-10 pm on weekends. The Flood Zone: Phil and Andrea David 410-206-1835
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Candy, which etandem are you getting? Bill
On Mon, Jun 5, 2023 at 11:39 AM, CANDACE COTTON via groups.io <ccotton663@...> wrote: So sorry we will miss this ride. We are back from our long trip to Europe, but this is the weekend we are picking up our new Etandem. Yay! Best to all, Candy and Mike On Monday, June 5, 2023 at 09:47:29 AM GMT-5, WABITS Coordinator < wabitscoordinator@...> wrote: ?Hi all, We hope you are getting in lots of riding while we have been having such nice weather! We have one ride in June (so far; impromptu rides are welcome!). Saturday June 24, 2023 @ 10:00 am,? Winfield to Union Bridge 41 miles Start: Mayeski Park, W Old Liberty Rd, Sykesville, MD 21784.? Park at the top of the first parking lot on your right when you enter the park. This is a scenic, low-traffic, 41 mile ride from Mayeski Park in Winfield (Sykesville street address) to Union Bridge. Porta potties are available at the ride start. Rest stop will be at the Flood Zone at mile 27.6 (food, drinks, bathroom, outside picnic tables under shade trees). All roads are paved except for half a mile of smooth, hard packed stone at mile 21. The Flood Zone hours are 12-10 pm on weekends. The Flood Zone: floodzonebrewery.com Phil and Andrea David 410-206-1835
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Hi Phil and Andrea,
Julie and I are planning to attend.
- Dave Harper
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Dave Harper
Nate2003dc
Andrea_n_Phil