Hello Summit Bikers,
If you have not done so all ready get those bikes checked out and ready to ride. I realize the weather the next few days in Summit may not be the best for outdoor activities but now is the time to get set for summer. The first ride of the season, May 17, will be in Morrison, along Bear Creek.
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 go to lunch at the Red Rocks Grill in Morrison. They are located at 415 Bear Creek Avenue.
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 (West). The parking lot is on the right at the corner of S. Rooney Road and Morrison Road (across from a Philips 66 gas station). 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. Currently the prognosis is a slight chance.
Your ride coordinator had a bike accident in Arizona and is still recovering. Terese has offered to take charge of the group this week.
This season`s rides are on the website SummitBiking.org. There is a lot of other useful information on the site such as safety tips and where Summit Bikers can get discounts at local bike shops. Members without a life time membership are strongly encouraged to visit the website and join for the 2021 bike season. This will save us administrative time before our ride, May 17. Even I have to pay up! This is also a great time to tell others about our rides, since most Summit Country people are very active.
One more item, we will have a new Summit Biking Jersey this year. A fit kit will be available at our Green Mountain ride, May 24. Charlie Shofnos coordinated the effort with the board to come up with this modern design.
Looking forward to another great season of rides, with a wonderful group!
John Bowyer
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