Memorial Ride 9/21

Memorial Ride 9/21

Host/Organizer:  Don Doornbos We will hold a brief memorial ceremony where names will be read along with a poem we believe had been written by Dotty Rice: “The Biker's Prayer.”Then a day of cycling and sharing of memories of past rides and special times will begin.Event time: 11 am - 3 pmRide start time: 11:30 amRides start from Ransom Park:https://goo.gl/maps/YpHkRLd3E7U5i8BWA3 routes, 3 distances, 3 paces! All 3 rides are on miles and miles of quiet farm roads, with a few miles on Rt 17C, which has wide shoulders and manageable traffic.Riders of different paces - faster or slower - are welcome to come along and ride their own pace, seeking like-minded cyclists.  Ride leaders will not be waiting at corners for riders who chose to ride at a slower pace, nor chasing after those who are riding ahead (enjoy your own pace everyone!)18 miles: Rt 17C, Old Barton Rd and Church Rd loopRide leader: To be determined  Ride leader pace: 10-12 mph PB&J paceTerrain: flat to very gently rollingNavigable Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44587752 29 miles: Halsey Valley - Ellis Creek Rt 17 loop from Ransom ParkRide leader: To be determinedRide leader pace: 14-16 mphTerrain - flat, rolling, and a 1.5 mile steep uphill on Ellis Creek followed by an 8 mile enjoyable gentle rolling downhillNavigable Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/3900058743 miles: Tioga Center / Ransom Park to Dean Creek RdRide leader: To be determinedRider leader pace: 13-14 mphTerrain: flat, rolling, and a 4-mile manageable medium uphill climb on Dean Creek followed by an enjoyable 4-mile rolling downhill (wahoo!)Navigable Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44587801A stop at Spencer convenience store is available.