FREE Coffee Shop stop in Dedham edition!!!

Moving the start time back a half-hour this week so that the coffee shops are open when we arrive in downtown Dedham.  We'll take a quick stop at Big Bear Cafe (https://www.bigbearinthesquare.com) and anticipate returning to the start before 8:30am.  We'll revert to our typical 6am departure time next week.

Come out early to enjoy the scenic side of Boston. We'll meet in the Brookline town parking lot next to Leverett Pond (just off of Pond Ave), where free 2 hour parking is available.

From Leverett Pond, we'll head south along the Emerald Necklace. After passing Jamaica Pond we'll have a short climb before making our way south to a fun descent along the verdant parkways of the Stony Brook Reservation. We'll then roll through the quaint Dedham town center before turning north towards Needham. Our route home meanders through stately homes in Newton and Brookline before descending back towards Jamaica Pond and the Emerald Necklace.

Expect a moderate pace of 14 – 16mph depending on participants and how we feel that day.

*** Bring proper navigation tools: GPS device, phone app, or cue sheet. Do not rely on others to help you with navigation. They may ride at a different speed than you. ***

Use the club Slack channel #ride to discuss this event further at https://www.crw.org/content/slack

Take some pictures, and post on Instagram with #CRWheelers

Epic Experience bicycling to Cape Cod in a day: ferry, bicycle path, farmers' market, salt water taffy, ice cream, bakery, lighthouses, & many beaches to dip in.

You must purchase return ferry ticket in advance of staring the ride. Capacity is low. Ferry will sell out.

Start at 4:30 AM from Seaport World Trade Center 2 Seaport Ln, Boston, MA 02210 Navigate out of town with stops at Scituate, Whitehorse beaches, Plymouth Rock and some photo opts. Then across the bridge onto Cape Cod to connect with the CRW group in Hyannis by 10:30 am then out to Cape Cod bicycle path to enjoy several parks, beaches, & food stops along the way. Visit the small towns of Orleans, Wellfleet, & Truro before arriving Provincetown for snack or early dinner.

Plan on 14–16mph pace, plenty of stops, & leisurely day.

For a distance of 163 miles & elevation gain of 5500ft, you could arrive Provincetown just in time for the ferry at 8:30PM ($73). This is also a tour, not a race. We will likely take our time to arrive into town, dine & stroll around before sailing on 20:30 ferry, arriving Boston at 22:00.

https://www.cityexperiences.com/boston/city-cruises/boston-harbor/provincetown-ferry/

This trip is:

• Suitable for intermediate to advanced bicyclists
• Come prepared with sufficient navigation tools such as GPS, map, cue sheets, smart phone, etc. This will be self-guided tour.
• Cost is estimated at $100 for ferry, & food

Other considerations:

• All-purpose handlebar bag, water proof, with enough room for extra layers & snacks.
• Bring: small towel to dry after swim, sunscreen, cash to purchase food, extra batteries for electronic devices, & camera.
• Lights are good for visibility during the day & for the short ride (1.6km) from ferry terminal back to South Station.
• Bicycle gear to bring: helmet (required), vest or jacket (it will get cold in the evening), sun glasses, spare tube, helmet mirror, pump or CO₂ cartridges, chamois cream, & allen keys.
• MBTA parking information is at http://www.mbta.com/riding_the_t/parking
• Expect pace will be 14–16mph with several delightful stops along the way.
• Plan to purchase ferry tickets in advance, before they sell out.

Optional food stops:

• Best burrito in town at Corner Store 36km. Order in advance: https://www.orleanscornerstore.com
• Best French bakery in town at PB Boulangerie 57km. Order in advance: https://pbboulangeriebistro.com
• Jams general store 76km

Use club Slack channel #ride to discuss this event further https://crwheelers.slack.com/archives/C0109BPQPAR/p1618786221209500

Take some pictures, post on Instagram with #CRWheelers

The two rides start at the same time and at the same place, mostly along the same route. The Social Revolutions is slightly shorter for a more comfortable pace.

The Rapid Revolutions longer route is the training ride option. If you want to kick-start the weekend with a quick ride, the Rapid Revolutions is for you! Average speed of 16–19+ mph, go big or go home!

Just show up, introduce yourself to others, find someone to ride with, & agree on the rules of the ride. Then off you go. Split into fast & social groups as needed.

Option of ice cream at Rancatore's in Lexington or coffee at Peete's or Starbucks after the ride.

Meet near Captain John Parker statue in Lexington Battle Green.

*** Bring proper navigation tools: GPS device, phone app, or cue sheet. Do not rely on others to help you with navigation. They may ride at a different speed than you. ***

Use club Slack channel #ride to discuss this event further https://www.crw.org/content/slack

Take some pictures, post on Instagram with #CRWheelers

The short ride goes through Concord, Acton, Littleton, Westford, and Carlisle. The long ride adds Stow and Harvard. The long ride passes an impressive array of apple orchards, while taking in a few hills.

Ride and Cocktail party are cancelled. Raffle will still be held so get your ride on the Club Calendar!

Calling all Ride Leaders! Are you missing your Ride Leader friends? Bummed because we never had a real kickoff in the spring? Know you won't get a chance to do one of the other great rides posted today? Interested in free food and beverages? Ready to post something on the club calendar? Here's your chance to check all those boxes in a very short time.

We're inviting Ride Leaders only (and anyone who attended Ride Leader training) to join us for a quick afternoon ride and cocktail party! Or, you can just come for the cocktails. And yes, please feel free to bring a guest! Our ride starts at 3:00 p.m. and is a scant 16.7 miles - just enough to convince yourself you got some exercise. Appetizers and beverages will be served from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Sorry, Larry won't be slinging burgers for this one.

But wait, there's more!

Anyone who posts a ride to the calendar between July 9 - 23 will be entered into a raffle to win a $100 gift card to Jack's Abby. Post two rides, you get two chances to win! Post three rides, well, you can figure it out. Yes, there's fine print:

• This drawing is for weekend rides only. Yes, Saturday and Sunday mornings. Sorry, Adventure, Devo and Gravel rides are not eligible for the drawing. Not sure your ride qualifies, please ask Ed Cheng.
• The ride must occur by October 31st.

Oh yeah, the ride description! It's a quick loop that starts with an awesome uphill then loops through Lexington and Concord before returning to Bedford. Nearly all the turns are to the right and you should be able to do this in a little over an hour. Be sure to save a little energy for the climb back to the ride start.

Please register today! If you'd like to come just for cocktails, please put 0 miles at the bottom of the form in the Distance box. We need to get a headcount so we can feed everyone! (Rain cancels. A rain cancellation will be posted Sunday morning).

Come out early to enjoy the scenic side of Boston. We'll meet in the Brookline town parking lot next to Leverett Pond (just off of Pond Ave), where free 2 hour parking is available.

From Leverett Pond, we'll head south along the Emerald Necklace. After passing Jamaica Pond we'll have a short climb before making our way south to a fun descent along the verdant parkways of the Stony Brook Reservation. We'll then roll through the quaint Dedham town center before turning north towards Needham. Our route home meanders through stately homes in Newton and Brookline before descending back towards Jamaica Pond and the Emerald Necklace.

Expect a moderate pace of 14 – 16mph depending on participants and how we feel that day.

*** Bring proper navigation tools: GPS device, phone app, or cue sheet. Do not rely on others to help you with navigation. They may ride at a different speed than you. ***

Use the club Slack channel #ride to discuss this event further at https://www.crw.org/content/slack

Take some pictures, and post on Instagram with #CRWheelers

Enjoy this delightful 25 mile ride that includes Newton, Wellesley, Needham and Dover. The starting point has free parking (it's in the back of a condo building).  This is a show-and-go (everyone goes at their own pace). Please note: you can use GPS or print out a cue sheet if you want one but there won't be any copies at the ride start. 

Enjoy this delightful 25 mile ride that includes Newton, Wellesley, Needham and Dover. The starting point has free parking (it's in the back of a condo building).  This is a show-and-go (everyone goes at their own pace. Please note: you can use GPS (e.g., Ride with GPS or Garmin) or print out your own cue sheet if you want one (there won't be any copies at the ride start). 

A beautiful time of year to ride from one apple orchard to the next! Hopefully the fall colors will be in full regalia. Join us on one of the rides to kick off Columbus Day weekend. Recommended beverage/food stop is Bolton Bean on Route 117 and the route happens to pass right by it!

The short ride goes through Concord, Acton, Littleton, Westford, and Carlisle. The long ride adds Stow and Harvard. The long ride passes an impressive array of apple orchards, while taking in a few hills.