What: 70 miles of mostly gravel roads through Pottawattamie County, Iowa
When: Sunday, February 3, 2013, 8:45 a.m. meet with a 9:00 a.m. rollout
Where: Meet at the Wabash Trace parking area near Traceview Loop and Pioneer Trail in Council Bluffs, IA. Note: This is about 4 miles southeast down Pioneer Trail from the Iowa School for the Deaf. [ map ]
Bikes: Cross bikes recommended
Pace: Not sure. I'm trying out some new 38mm tires, so I want to see how it works out. I'm hoping for 13-18 MPH.
Route: Through or near Council Bluffs, Macedonia, Carson, Oakland, Treynor, and back to Council Bluffs. There may be an opportunity to refuel in Oakland, however, be prepared to carry all the nutrition you might need for the 70 miles. Expect about 5500 feet in elevation gain. There are plenty of opportunities to pinch off some of the loop to shorten the trip if we decide to wrap it up or if anyone needs to peel off for whatever reason.
Route map:
Extras: Bring whatever tools and supplies you need to fix a flat. Seriously. This is not optional.
Showing posts with label Winter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Winter. Show all posts
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Friday, December 21, 2012
Saturday 12/22/2012
Some of you asked me and other people when will we start riding riding on the weekends again. My answer was always soon. So after getting spoiled with dry pavement and dirt the winter is finally here.
Well the soon is now. weekend rides will start starting this week.
Here's the deal:
Meet: Blueline Downtown
Time: Meet 10 am if you want coffee roll out 10:30 am
Duration: about 2.5-3 hours
Destination : Loess hills around crescent
Pace will be about 15-17 mph, you will need be comfy with riding in group.
CX bike would be appropriate. The temps will be in upper teens when we start dress accordingly. Mark has good guideline (experiment with what works for you )
http://mod-spot.blogspot.com/p/winter-clothing-guide.html
Bring stuff to fix your bike and know how to fix it ...
See you tomorrow first day of winter
Well the soon is now. weekend rides will start starting this week.
Here's the deal:
Meet: Blueline Downtown
Time: Meet 10 am if you want coffee roll out 10:30 am
Duration: about 2.5-3 hours
Destination : Loess hills around crescent
Pace will be about 15-17 mph, you will need be comfy with riding in group.
CX bike would be appropriate. The temps will be in upper teens when we start dress accordingly. Mark has good guideline (experiment with what works for you )
http://mod-spot.blogspot.com/p/winter-clothing-guide.html
Bring stuff to fix your bike and know how to fix it ...
See you tomorrow first day of winter
Saturday, November 24, 2012
Sunday Morning Platte River 60 Mile Gravel Ride
What: 60 miles of mostly gravel rollers in and out of the Platte River valley southwest of Omaha. Features about 3,900 feet of elevation gain. Expect a 12-16 MPH pace with plenty of opportunities to regroup.
When: Sunday, November 25, 2012, rollout at 7:00 am
Where: Meet at Walnut Creek at the parking area on the east side of the park. Enter at 96th St. and Gold Coast Rd. I may be riding from downtown, so contact me if anyone wants to meet up downtown or midtown for the ride out to the staging area. [ Link to park map ]
Route:
Notes: The 7am temperature will be about 30 degrees, with an afternoon high leading up the low to mid 40s. There may be an opportunity to stop at a convenience store in Springfield or Louisville on the way out or the way back, but this may not be necessary. Be sure to bring food, water, and flat fixing supplies.
When: Sunday, November 25, 2012, rollout at 7:00 am
Where: Meet at Walnut Creek at the parking area on the east side of the park. Enter at 96th St. and Gold Coast Rd. I may be riding from downtown, so contact me if anyone wants to meet up downtown or midtown for the ride out to the staging area. [ Link to park map ]
Route:
Notes: The 7am temperature will be about 30 degrees, with an afternoon high leading up the low to mid 40s. There may be an opportunity to stop at a convenience store in Springfield or Louisville on the way out or the way back, but this may not be necessary. Be sure to bring food, water, and flat fixing supplies.
Friday, November 16, 2012
Sunday Morning 70 Mile Glenwood Road/Gravel Ride
What: 70 miles of mixed blacktop/gravel roads ride to Pony Creek near Glenwood and back. About half of the miles are flat. About half of the miles are trails.
When: Sunday, November 18, 2012, 7:00am
Where: Starbucks, downtown Omaha, 15th St. and Douglas St.
Pace: variable, depending on who shows and weather conditions. Expect 13-17 MPH.
Starbucks opens at 6:30 am, so come early if you want coffee, juice, or snacks before we leave at 7am. Be sure to bring flat repair supplies, as well as all the food and water you need. Also bring $0.50 for Highway 370 bridge toll.
Note that the temperature may vary considerable from the morning to the afternoon, so be ready to add or shed layers as necessary.
Download the GPS TCX file with cues here. CSV (spreadsheet) cue sheet here.
Course:
When: Sunday, November 18, 2012, 7:00am
Where: Starbucks, downtown Omaha, 15th St. and Douglas St.
Pace: variable, depending on who shows and weather conditions. Expect 13-17 MPH.
Starbucks opens at 6:30 am, so come early if you want coffee, juice, or snacks before we leave at 7am. Be sure to bring flat repair supplies, as well as all the food and water you need. Also bring $0.50 for Highway 370 bridge toll.
Note that the temperature may vary considerable from the morning to the afternoon, so be ready to add or shed layers as necessary.
Download the GPS TCX file with cues here. CSV (spreadsheet) cue sheet here.
Course:
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Gravel to Glenwood, Sunday, Feb. 19
What: Gravel ride to Glenwood and back, about 60 miles
When: Sunday, February 19, 12:00
Where: Meet at Wabash Trace Trailhead Park, Council Bluffs
Bikes: Cyclocross bikes recommended
Pace: Relaxed. If you mash it Saturday, this may be your recovery ride.
Route: See the embedded map. We may ride all or parts of the designated legs.
View Glenwood, Wabash and Gravel - 58 miles in a larger map
When: Sunday, February 19, 12:00
Where: Meet at Wabash Trace Trailhead Park, Council Bluffs
Bikes: Cyclocross bikes recommended
Pace: Relaxed. If you mash it Saturday, this may be your recovery ride.
Route: See the embedded map. We may ride all or parts of the designated legs.
View Glenwood, Wabash and Gravel - 58 miles in a larger map
Saturday, January 28, 2012
50 mile Riverfront, Iowa and Keystone Ride
What: 50 miles of mixed path and road riding with a couple of miles of Wabash Trace crushed limestone surface
When: Sunday, Jan. 29, 2011, 10am rollout (come earlier for coffee)
Where: Meet at Blue Line Coffee, 749 N 14th, St
Pace: 15-18 MPH, with plenty of opportunities for regrouping if the pace picks up or slows down
Bikes: Any bike should be fine. All are welcome
Route: View the map here at MapMyRide
This is a perfect opportunity to buy your Wabash Trace passes for the year. I'll be bringing a check and a SASE for the dropbox.
We'll be crossing the Bellevue Toll Bridge, so bring some cash for that. Please bring food, water, and your flat fixing tools.
When: Sunday, Jan. 29, 2011, 10am rollout (come earlier for coffee)
Where: Meet at Blue Line Coffee, 749 N 14th, St
Pace: 15-18 MPH, with plenty of opportunities for regrouping if the pace picks up or slows down
Bikes: Any bike should be fine. All are welcome
Route: View the map here at MapMyRide
This is a perfect opportunity to buy your Wabash Trace passes for the year. I'll be bringing a check and a SASE for the dropbox.
We'll be crossing the Bellevue Toll Bridge, so bring some cash for that. Please bring food, water, and your flat fixing tools.
Friday, January 20, 2012
Sunday January 22nd some changes
With the winter weather being fickle and possibilitiy of crapptastic weather. Here the deal
Still meet at Jones Bros at 9:00 am rollout 9:30 am
Bring your Cx bikes opposed to road bikes.
We will determine the route based on the weather conditions.
The milage will most likely not be century.
Spread the word....
Still meet at Jones Bros at 9:00 am rollout 9:30 am
Bring your Cx bikes opposed to road bikes.
We will determine the route based on the weather conditions.
The milage will most likely not be century.
Spread the word....
Friday, January 13, 2012
Sunday Gravel
Hey all, if you are wanting to hit some early season gravel check out Nebraska Gravel Grinders on Facebook. We are having our first ride this Sunday at 8am. Directions are HERE for the start and route map. We will build up to longer distances.
If you don't have Facebook then here is the skinny:
Gravel ride with a bit of pavement
Meet @ 8am, Sunday 1/15/12 @ Cherry Bean Coffee rolling by 8:30am at the latest
Here is a MAP to the route. About 44 miles
Pace will probably be around 12-15 average.
Hope to see you on the gravel.
If you don't have Facebook then here is the skinny:
Gravel ride with a bit of pavement
Meet @ 8am, Sunday 1/15/12 @ Cherry Bean Coffee rolling by 8:30am at the latest
Here is a MAP to the route. About 44 miles
Pace will probably be around 12-15 average.
Hope to see you on the gravel.
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Easy Winter Pavement and Gravel Ride - Sun., Jan. 8
When: Sunday, January 8. 9:00am meetup, 9:30 rollout
Where: Delice European Bakery, Midtown Crossing at 3201 Farnam St.
Route: Urban, bike path, suburban, residential, then gravel to the Platte River near Louisville. More bike path on the way back. [ Link to tentative route map ]
Distance: About 50 miles. Many options to cut the ride short and peel off, if you're interested.
Pace: Probably about 15-17 MPH. Easy, relaxed, and designed to ward off the winter blues.
Bikes: Cross or gravelworthy road bikes. Heck, even a moutain bike or hybrid if that's what you like.
Optional RSVP at this Facebook event page.
Where: Delice European Bakery, Midtown Crossing at 3201 Farnam St.
Route: Urban, bike path, suburban, residential, then gravel to the Platte River near Louisville. More bike path on the way back. [ Link to tentative route map ]
Distance: About 50 miles. Many options to cut the ride short and peel off, if you're interested.
Pace: Probably about 15-17 MPH. Easy, relaxed, and designed to ward off the winter blues.
Bikes: Cross or gravelworthy road bikes. Heck, even a moutain bike or hybrid if that's what you like.
Optional RSVP at this Facebook event page.
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