Vol. 44, No. 6
FREE GROUP RIDES CATS: Cascade Advanced Training Series Cascade Advanced Training Series (CATS) offers training rides to prepare riders for the one-day STP and other big summer rides. In 2014 there are two CATS series to choose from: CATS Eastside and CATS Magnuson. CATS rides start in late March or early April. The rides will be every weekend until July. CATS rides are for riders that can maintain a 16 -18 mph flat effort level or faster. MEETS: Midweek Eastside Evening Training Series (ride starts at Redmond and South Bellevue Park and Ride) The MEETS rides are Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. each week through the summer. These will be training routes that incorporate local hills, are between 20-30 miles, and will progress from ~ 1,000 to 2,000 feet of elevation. There will be four paces offered for riders – Steady (12-14 mph); Moderate (14-16 mph); Brisk (16-18 mph); and low-Strenuous (18-19 mph) , all will use a common course for that week. MORE : Midweek Outdoor Riding in Evening MORE is a weekly ride of about 20 miles with a few hills. It is a perfect way to add a little training for weekend riders without spending too much time. And it’s a great way to enjoy the long days of the Pacific Northwest! Don’t go to an indoor spinning class! Instead, ride with us! Start locations in North Seattle. Cycle Tuesdays / More Cycle Tuesdays These rides are on Tuesdays and Thursdays for More Cycle Tuesdays. Paceline skills, safe group riding and fitness are the focal point for the Cycle Tuesday rides. Classified as Super-Strenuous,
the rides are fast paced but give a fit rider the opportunity to learn, experience and practice all types of group riding skills. There are many experienced riders who enjoy the enthusiasm of riders new to the paceline. They willingly share their knowledge and experience. The goal is to develop skills, increase abilities and have fun doing it. TREATS, “Tuesday Regular Eclectic Active Tours” TREATS strives to be both eclectic and active. We offer steady paced rides in various locations. We always take the time to enjoy lunch at a local establishment or (weather permitting) a picnic, so come and check us out. FRUMPS, “Friday Ride for Unemployed Merry Pedalers”: FRUMPS offers rides at both steady and moderate paces, and occasionally leisurely as well. You do not, however, need to be unemployed to join us, but just “unemployed” for that day. Like TREATS, we range all over the area and include a lunch stop, so come join us. MUMPS, “Monday Ride for Unemployed Merry Pedalers” MUMPS began in 1989 as a STP training ride series that almost immediately grew to be yearround. The name “MUMPS” was swiped from the Friday FRUMPS to encourage the same group to ride both days. The name change never worked and the MUMPS rides have continued to attract stronger riders and longer and brisker rides than the FRUMPS.
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EASY PACE (under 10 mph) Saturday June 28 SLOW Ride: Seven Vistas, Three Hills, No Sweat! 11 a.m. 14 miles from Northwest African American Museum by I-90 Trail, Seattle Ride Leader: Merlin Rainwater
LEISURELY PACE (10-12 mph) Sunday June SUNDAY CREPES RIDE 9:30 a.m. 35 miles from Gas Works Park, Seattle Ride Leader: David Bordewick Thursday June 5 Gas Works Thursday Social 6:30 p.m. 18 miles from Gas Works Park, Seattle Ride Leader: Scott Kralik Friday June 6 Friday Riders Bike Queen Anne and Magnolia 10 a.m. 27 miles from Gas Works Park, Seattle Ride Leader: William Lemke Thursday June 12 Gas Works Thursday Social 6:30 p.m. 18 miles from Gas Works Park, Seattle Ride Leader: Scott Kralik Friday June 13 FRIDAY RIDERS go to Edmonds 10 a.m. 35 miles from Green Lake Park, Seattle Ride Leader: David Bordewick Thursday June 19 Gas Works Thursday Social 6:30 p.m. 18 miles from Gas Works Park, Seattle Ride Leader: Scott Kralik
TREATS: Ride Around Mercer Island 10 a.m. 35 miles from Gas Works Park, Seattle Ride Leader: David Bordewick Tuesday June 17 TREATS: Eastside Meander 10 a.m. 37 miles from Crestwoods Park, Kirkland Ride Leader(s): Jane Volta, Donald Volta Tuesday June 24 TREATS: Eastside Urban Loop 10 a.m. 45 miles from Marymoor East (free) Parking Lot, Redmond Ride Leader: Clarice Sackett BRISK PACE (16-18
Monday June 2 MUMPS: Head Up North 9:30 a.m. 65 miles from Tracy Owen Station/Log Boom Park, Kenmore Ride Leader: Craig Mohn Small Chainring Monday 6:30 p.m. 19 miles from Sam Smith Park, Seattle Ride Leader: David Longdon Saturday June 7 RAMROD Training Series - 10th Annual - Ride #9 8:30 a.m. 94 miles from Ron Regis Park, Renton Ride Leader(s): Per Sunde, Shana Sunde, Grant McAlister, Paul Franks, Francis Gan CATS Eastside Week 10: Arlington/Bellingham 8:30 a.m. 110 miles from Twin Rivers Park, Arlington Ride Leader(s): James Coliz, David Mattson, Carl Wainwright, Laurie Bakke CATS Magnuson #11: Cumberland & Tiger Mountain 9:00 a.m. 77 miles from Bicentennial Park, Tukwila Ride Leader: Adam Palmer
Thursday June 26 Gas Works Thursday Social 6:30 p.m. 18 mile from Gas Works Park, Seattle Ride Leader: Scott Kralik
Monday June 9 MUMPS: Head Up North 9:30 a.m. 65 miles from Tracy Owen Station/Log Boom Park, Kenmore Ride Leader: Craig Mohn
Saturday June 28 S.P.O.K.E.S Strawberry Festival Ride 10 a.m. 23.2 miles from Marymoor Park, Lot K, Redmond Ride Leader(s): Jim Hunt, Michelle Burton
STEADY PACE (12-14 mph) Tuesday June 3 TREATS: Go North from Mountlake Terrace 10 a.m. 28 miles from Ballinger Playfield, Mountlake Terrace Ride Leader: Jan Johnson
FRIDAY RIDERS These rides are at a leisurely pace and held at various locations around the Greater Seattle area. The ride leaders for these regular rides are some of our most experienced leaders and you are sure to enjoy some eclectic rides and learn something new!
Earthdream : “Team Eastside Ride The Hills DREAM”
Greater Seattle, Eastside-based group of cyclists interested in high performance cycling and group rides - explores various routes in the Redmond/ Bellevue/Sammamish/Issaquah/Snohomish area. It is designed to help Brisk/Strenuous-paced riders develop into Strenuous pace ability and beyond. Most rides are extremely hilly in nature except for recovery rides. Eastside Evening Tours Evening rides Tuesday and Thursday nights in Redmond, exploring the Eastside at a brisk pace. A few (or a lot - depends on leader’s workday) hills are always included. Head- and taillights are required September-May. Hills of the West Coast This is a great weekly ride for riders who like hills. Monday June 16 MUMPS: Head Up North 9:30 a.m. 65 miles from Tracy Owen Station/Log Boom Park, Kenmore Ride Leader: Craig Mohn Small Chainring Monday 6:30 p.m. 19 miles from Sam Smith Park, Seattle Ride Leader: David Longdon
Small Chainring Monday 6:30 p.m. 19 miles from Sam Smith Park, Seattle Ride Leader: David Longdon Saturday June 14 RAMROD Training Series - 10th Annual - Ride #10 7:30 a.m. 109 miles from Bear Creek Park & Ride, Redmond Ride Leader(s): Per Sunde, Shana Sunde, Grant McAlister, Paul Franks, Francis Gan CATS Magnuson (Brisk) #12: Lowell & Paradise Lake 9 a.m. 78 miles from Magnuson Park, Seattle Ride Leader: Sandi Gold
Route and mileage may vary with the season, weather and group. Generally, we try to start out into the wind and return with it. An early start and few stops mean light traffic and an early finish. Road bikes are recommended. We ride hard but emphasize fun and safety. Racers please look elsewhere. SLOW : Senior Ladies on Wheels These rides are not just for senior ladies but for all comers. All riders of all ages welcome, as long as you ride S.L.O.W.! These are short distance, easy rides for those who want to ride slow and enjoy the sights of Seattle. RAMROD Training Series This ride series was created to assist advanced riders in their preparation for RAMROD and other big summer rides. The self paced (Brisk to Super -Strenuous) rides are held Saturdays starting in March. The routes will increase in distance and elevation every two weeks. Starting locations will rotate every week or every two weeks with a new route used each week. All riders are welcome, but note, this ride does not regroup nor does it have a sweep. The routes are designed for the experienced rider who is comfortable following cue sheets and riding independently. Cascade Training Series (CTS) This is a fee-based series of training rides (and support seminars) designed to prepare riders for Cascade’s major events, that take place every spring through summer. For a more complete description please see the CTS Training Series page.
STRENUOUS PACE (18-21 mph) Saturday June 7 CATS Eastside Week 10: Arlington/Bellingham 8:30 a.m. 110 miles from Twin Rivers Park, Arlington Ride Leader(s): Wilfried Mack, James Coliz, Alan Tagstrom Saturday June 28 CATS Eastside Week 13: Granite Falls/Arlington 8 a.m. 120 miles from Wilmot Gateway Park, Woodinville Ride Leader(s): Keith Hovda, Robert Dennis, James Coliz Super Strenuous (over 22 mph)
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Friday June 20 FRIDAY RIDERS: Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 10 a.m. 25 miles from Gas Works Park, Seattle Ride Leader: Norm Tjaden
Friday June 27 FRIDAY RIDERS: Everett Waterfront 10 a.m 25 miles from McCollum Park, Everett Ride Leader: Jan Johnson
“WRUMPS and THUMPS “.......Ride for Unemployed Merry Pedalers” I am sure you are seeing a pattern here! WRUMPS and THUMPS have both grown from the FRUMPS and MUMPS rides. Riders who want to share their love of riding on Wednesdays and Thursdays. They can be any pace from any start point at any time on any route for any mileage. They can be listed in the Courier or web-only.
Saturday June 21 RAMROD Training Series - 10th Annual - Ride #11 7:30 a.m. 109 miles from Bear Creek Park & Ride, Redmond Ride Leader(s): Per Sunde, Shana Sunde, Grant McAlister, Paul Franks, Francis Gan Monday June 23 MUMPS: Head Up North 9:30 a.m. 65 miles from Tracy Owen Station/Log Boom Park, Kenmore Ride Leader: Craig Mohn Small Chainring Monday 6:30 p.m. 19 miles from Sam Smith Park, Seattle Ride Leader: David Longdon Saturday June 28 RAMROD Training Series - 10th Annual - Ride #12 7:30 a.m. 101 miles from Challenger Elementary School, Issaquah Ride Leaders: Per Sunde, Shana Sunde, Grant McAlister, Paul Franks, Francis Gan CATS Eastside Week 13: Granite Falls/Arlington 8 a.m. 120 miles from Wilmot Gateway Park, Woodinville Ride Leader(s): Carl Wainwright, David Mattson, James Coliz, Laurie Bakke Monday June 30 MUMPS: Head Up North 9:30 a.m. 65 miles from Tracy Owen Station/Log Boom Park, Kenmore Ride Leader: Craig Mohn Small Chainring Monday 6:30 p.m. 19 miles from Sam Smith Park, Seattle Ride Leader: David Longdon
Tuesday June 3 Cycle Tuesday 5:45 p.m. 35 miles from Gene Coulon Park, Renton Ride Leader: Vincent Haag Tuesday June 3 Cycle Tuesday 5:45 p.m. 35 miles from Gene Coulon Park, Renton Ride Leader: Vincent Haag Tuesday June 10 Cycle Tuesday 5:45 p.m. 35 miles from Gene Coulon Park, Renton Ride Leader: Vincent Haag Tuesday June 17 Cycle Tuesday 5:45 p.m. 35 miles from Gene Coulon Park, Renton Ride Leader: Vincent Haag Tuesday June 24 Cycle Tuesday 5:45 p.m. 35 miles from Gene Coulon Park, Renton Ride Leader: Vincent Haag
Weather conditions may cancel the ride. Helmets are required on all rides. Earbuds/headphones are not allowed on any Cascade ride. All riders are required to sign a waiver form. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Riders are expected to be ready to ride at the time listed. Participants do not have to RSVP, simply show up to join the fun!
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This is a sampling of this month’s rides.
For a complete listing, see cascade.org/calendar. For full details of the listed rides, see cascade.org/grouprides. This is also where you’ll find ride guidelines to help you select a ride that suits your style, skills and energy level. Creating a Better Community Through Bicycling
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