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Its going to be windy so we will take it easy as we head into Babylon. We will have our food break at the deli by the docks. The wind should be with us on the way back. I will do the loop around the lakes in Brightwaters as we head back to Eastislip. No one will be dropped .
OK, we're all slaves to the rhythm of the roads, we have to keep those wheels spinning around. So let's saddle-up and spin out to Riverhead, where at around the 15.5 mile point, we'll stop for some of those round bready things. After a quick break, we'll hit some rolling terrain to warm back up!
Hey, we'll make even more attractive: we've dropped the pace down a bit!
I am planning to be out at the start by 9 AM and expecting to ride ... riding the trail will be slower dependant on the ground cover in specific areas. If I find the trail un-ridable I will head west to Brookhaven State Park on Wlm Floyd and ride the trail there.
This ride may be cancelled due to the rain but note that the Ride Start has been delayed to 9:10 as Ron's ride will be starting at 9:15 and they WILL catch us ... hopefully we make it to Terrapin Rock before they do!
Check back to this posting early Sunday morning ... as Life Happens and Things Change.
I've attached the CLIMB map which I annotated with a grid and trail section names ... we'll be doing the Blue trail ... if you print out the map please let me know if it's wothwhile.
Also, Best to park in the second lot as there's a lot more room. It won't be that cold but the wind will be whipp'n on the open parking lot so no need to arrive 20 minutes early and cook in the car or freeze waiting to ride ... just be there in time to start at the posted Ride Start time.
NOTE: If it’s windy on Sunday the ride could be shortened. The group decides.
Today's’ route to Great River will change up a bit towards the end of the ride, if the wind is in our favor; making this route pretty flat except for 2 overpasses. We will go the usual route heading south using the Connetquot Park bike bath. We’ll work our way down to Heckscher Park, do a loop where one can stretch the legs a bit if desired.
The average pace for this ride will be between 14.0 & 14.5 +/- mph, or what conditions allow. The road speed will be between 15 and 16.0 mph, or slower if needed for safety concerns.
Please DO NOT PARK in the Meat Farms parking lot. Use the west side of the bank if the east side is full. Thanks!
We’ll be making a rest stop around mile 19 at the deli/bakery. The route back will be determined by the wind direction. Good Stuff after the Ride. Not sure what good stuff; it's always a surprise.
Any cancellations due to unforeseeable circumstances, or weather related problems will be posted by 8:00am. If you have any questions about this ride, or the start location, please call or text my cell, 631-484-3490.
We will ride around Belmont State Park Lake then taking the trail down to Babylon town dock. The trail can accommodate fat tire, mountain and cross bikes. Short hydration break at the dock or we can stop at the Delica Sea deli just before the dock if needed.
The pace is as fast as the slowest rider. Note- The route includes both trail and on road riding.
Please check the ride calendar for any weather, or last minute cancellations, which will be posted no later than 8:00am if necessary. My cell is 347-677-4164; call or text if you have questions about the ride or need directions to the start location. DN
20-25 mph winds with gusts 35-40mph is not fun. Ride is cancelled. Off to Nettie's for soups or treats. Nettie's has both outdoor and indoor places to eat, as well as a separate eating area with a fireplace. For info: call Bill G. at 631-356-3036. Check the ride calendar the day of the ride for changes, which will be posted by 07:45am.
Endurance paced ride. Minimal Stops, one quick nature break, bring two water bottles if needed. My Pulls will be at less than 225W on the flats, and less than 3W/kg on the climbs. If you want to go harder than that, or if you want to go charging up ahead on every hill, then this is the wrong ride for you.
11:30am- A- 51mi a go - Type: Road Bike - Ride Leader: Mike -
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