100k (pre) pre ride
Saturday was a stunningly beautiful day to be on a bicycle.
Matt, Chris and I set out to ride our proposed Summer 100k route. After a late start (I’m looking at you, Matt), we hit the bike trail out towards West Seattle.
I’ve worried a bit that we might have aimed too high with some of the early hills on this particular route. They really excited me and I wanted to work them in to a course, but we need to consider the newbies that might be just starting with the group on a shorter ride like this. I’m happy to report that the course is difficult, but very doable.
There are a couple of steep pitches that are walkable if needed. Still, you should bring your low gears. I would really like to advise against fixed or single speed bikes. Still, do what you wanna… weirdos.
I can only hope that this summer has similar weather to what we had on this pre ride. It is the first time I’ve been able to wear just shorts and no arm warmers since last year.
May 11th, 2009 at 12:05 pm
what can i say, there was some parade that got in my way on the trip to your house, then a dog stole my cuesheet, and i got arrested for taking the lane!
but i was glad to get bailed out in time to make it on this scouting adventure. the $500 was so worth it.
thanks for putting this route together, you’ve done an awesome job. and thanks for taking the pics too, they turned out great!
May 12th, 2009 at 8:23 pm
Nice. I must admit I’m tempted.
May 13th, 2009 at 9:10 am
Tempted? You are already registered in my mind.
Better prepare!
May 14th, 2009 at 6:14 pm
What’s my timeline looking like? Couple months?
May 15th, 2009 at 6:44 am
K – The ride is June 27th. Once the route is revised/approved, I’ll show you were you can sign up online. It helps the club have an idea how many heads we might end up with.