Nice route Tony. I think I see 4 county lines. See you Saturday.
On May 7, 8:08 am, "Tony" <[email protected]> wrote:
> G-Men & Women,
>
> Weather again looks great for the weekend and we should be able to beat any
> rain that is expected later in the day.
>
> For the A group, we'll do a variation of the Tar River Ramble route. I have
> attached the link for the map and we'll follow most of that route but instead
> of coming back on New Light, we'll swing through Creedmoor and come back on
> Cheek/Patterson/Kemp/Carpenter Pond. This variation of the cue sheet will
> make the ride 70 miles as opposed to 63 miles.
>
> If you haven't noticed by now, my hatred for New Light continues to grow.
> Traffic, especially on the way back, is heavy and the road has many potholes
> which appear to be getting worse. Going out on New Light is bearable but
> coming back leaves a lot to be desired. So, I am trying to avoid coming back
> on New Light as much as possible and still do our rides east of Hwy 50.
>
> One more thing. When you see your ride leaders, tell them how grateful you
> are for what they are doing. It is a tough job and, at times a thankless
> one, and without them you wouldn't have these great rides that they are
> putting together. Just look below not to mention the rides that come up
> during the weekday offering rides to virtually all skill levels. This is what
> is making our club grow stronger and bigger. I am always inundated with new
> folks inquiring about the Gyros.
>
> Here is the schedule for the week:
>
> SATURDAY RIDE (5/9):
>
> (A GROUP - Tony)
>
> MEETING PLACE: Pleasant Union Elementary School (Alias PUE) -
> (Directions:http://www.raleighgyros.com/locations.htm)
> TIME: Saturday 5/9 @ 8am
> RIDE DISTANCE: 70 miles
> PACE: 20mph LSD
> ROUTE: A variation of the Tar River Ramble
> CUE SHEET: Tar River Ramblehttp://www.raleighgyros.com/cue_sheets.htm
>
> Here is the route we'll be doing:http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=2799485
>
> (B GROUP - Maria)
>
> Maria will post her ride.
>
> SUNDAY RIDE (5/10):
>
> 1. Kim's Recovery Ride leaves from Blue Jay Point @ 8am. (38 miles @ 17-18mph
> pace) (NEW TIME CHANGE TO 8AM)
>
> 2. Mike's Gyro Touring Ride - Mike will post all the infor for his ride.
>
> MONDAY RIDE (5/11):
>
> Hal's Ride leaves from the Trek Store on Durant Road & Raven Ridge Roads.
> TIME @ 6pm. (NEW TIME CHANGE TO 6PM)
> DISTANCE: 25-30 miles. PACE @ 18mph
> (NOTE: THIS RIDE WILL BE ON ONLY IF SOMEONE POSTS TO LEAD)
>
> TUESDAY RIDE (5/12):
>
> Rick's Ride leaves from St Francis of Assisi Church. TIME @ 6pm. DISTANCE:
> 30-32 miles PACE @ 20-21mph
> (Rick will post any changes regarding this ride).
>
> WEDNESDAY (5/13):
>
> Andy's Ride leaves from St Francis of Assisi Church. TIME @ 5:45pm.
> DISTANCE based on available light but will work up to 39 miles. PACE @
> 20-21mph.
>
> THURSDAY (5/14)
>
> Dave's Ride leaves from the Trek Store on Durant & Raven Ridge Roads. TIME @
> 6pm. DISTANCE: 32 miles. PACE @ 15-16mph (Will work up to 17-18mph in a few
> weeks)
>
> All ride locations can be found on our website
> @http://www.raleighgyros.com/locations.htm
>
> THE PLAN:
> One or more groups will leave with the intent of riding as a group at a
> target pace. We will try to cover the same routes, albeit a shorter distance
> for the slower group, so if you're struggling or want to ride at an easier
> pace, you can move back to a slower group. If you're already in the slowest
> group, the ride leader will check to make sure you can make your way back
> alone or with another volunteer. You'll know within the first 7 miles whether
> or not you're strong enough to maintain the pace. The general rule is that
> you should be able to maintain at least a 19+mph pace for the A Group, 18mph
> pace for 40-50 miles with the B+ Group or a 16mph pace for 30-40 miles with
> the B Group, when considering which group to ride with. If you can not
> maintain these paces, then it is suggested that you consider the C/B- Sunday
> ride. (Please refer to the link above).
>
> Each group should make a concerted effort to keep the group together but
> there will always be those who want to pick up the pace on the return. It is
> more appropriate to do this the last 5-7 miles of a ride. The short hammer
> sessions, that are always inevitable during our rides, will not be affected.
>
> To find out more about pacelines, please read the link below.
>
> http://www.raleighgyros.com/training.htm
>
> Thanks, Tony
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