Hello Summit Bikers,
I realize that looking out the window it is hard to believe but bike season is here. It is time to take the bikes out, oil things make sure all is working as well as find those bike clothes.
This season`s first ride will be held Monday May 19 starting west of the 470 loop near Bear Creek Lake Park at the Morrison exit. There will be no picnic this week. Those wanting to stay for lunch can join me at the Blue Cow in Morrison. They are located at 316 Bear Creek Avenue and according to their web site has plenty of parking.
Directions to Ride
To get to the start of the ride go east on 70 toward Denver and get off on 470 south. Take 470 to the Morrison exit and turn right. The parking lot is on the right at the corner of S. Rooney Road and Morrison Road. If you are late, the bike path is across Morrison Road from the parking area, then ride east under 470. The drive from exit 205 (Silverthorne) to the start is approximately 1 hour. Plan to be ready to ride by 10 am. If it appears likely that it will rain during the ride I will send an email out the afternoon before canceling.
There will be two routes to choose from; up Lookout Mountain and return or down Bear Creek Trail to the Platte River. Both of these are about 2 hours.
Lunch at Blue Cow Restaurant
They are located at 316 Bear Creek Avenue and according to their web site has plenty of parking.
This season`s rides are on the website SummitBiking.org. There is a lot of other useful information on the site such as safty tips and where Summit Bikers can get discounts at local bike shops. Memebrs without a life time membership should use the website and join for the 2014 bike season.
For the females of the group Podium Sports is offering a womens hands on workshop on May 28, complete with wine. Check out there website for information (www.podiumsportsgroup.com).
John Bowyer
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