Cascade Daily Rides Archive: December 2002

Calendar for December 2002

Helmets are required on all Cascade Bicycle Club rides. All the rides are classified according to pace and the type of services provided by the ride leader. In order to pick the rides that suit your skills and energy level, please view the pace guidelines and ride classifications.

Cascade Bicycle Club does not sponsor or endorse any non-bicycling activities that people may participate in while on these rides. You are responsible for your conduct and decisions while on a Cascade ride.

Cascade membership and activities are open to everyone able and willing to participate in a safe and cooperative manner and in support of the purposes of the club.

It is not the practice of the Cascade Bicycle Club to exclude anyone from a club activity as long as they behave in a safe and cooperative manner.

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12/01/2002

Country Ride Series/Sammamish Plateau
40 mi Brisk Moderate Rolling Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Velodrome/Marymoor Park, Redmond
Heavy Rain Cancels

Ralph Nussbaum (206)783-6450
Carol Nussbaum (206)783-6450

Country Ride Series moves to the suburbs! As the days get cooler and shorter so do our rides! We'll lead a high-moderate/low-brisk paced ride starting at Marymoor Park. Exact route and mileage still to be determined.

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12/01/2002

Sunday Kitsap Loop
50 mi Moderate NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
7:45 AM Coleman Ferry Terminal, Downtown Seattle
Ice/Snow Cancels

Lester Isa (206)525-6802

Meet at Coleman Dock at 7:45am to catch the 7:55 boat to Winslow. We'll ride from Bainbridge to Port Gamble to Poulsbo and back to Bainbridge. We'll regroup at the top of all big hills. Call leader for details, 206/525-6802.

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12/01/2002

Lake Forest Park to University Village on the Trail
20 mi Leisurely NA Mostly Flat Map: No Frequent
10:00 AM Tracey Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Heavy Rain Cancels

Barb Bumgardner (206)364-8413

Take a relaxing ride along the Burke-Gilman from Tracy Owen Station to University Village for treats. The Park is located at 61st Ave NE & 175th St in Kenmore at the north end of Lake Washington.

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12/01/2002

Saints & Sinners
25 mi. Brisk Moderate Some Hills Map: Yes Stay Together
1:30 PM Ctr for Spiritual Living, north parking lot, 5801 Sand Point Way, Seattle
Rain Cancels

David Robinson (206)979-5784

A fun afternoon ride for those who attend church in the morning (the saints) or are recovering from last night (the sinners). No need to identify your category. We ride at high-moderate to low-brisk pace. Stop afterwards for a bite and brew.

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12/01/2002

Marymoor Cruise
20-30 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Frequent
10:00 AM Lot I, Marymoor Park Velodrome, Redmond
Ice/Snow Cancels

Chuck Berg (425)644-5415

There will be a lunch stop.

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12/02/2002

MUMPS: Do the Lake
38-48 mi Moderate NA Hilly Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Rain Cancels

Ellen Witebsky (206)525-6371
Don Martin (206)363-9964

A fun north Lake Washington loop ride with a food stop enroute. Join us in Kenmore or meet us at Coffee Crew (NE 45th St at 36th NE) at approximately 10:45am or at Pert's Deli (Leschi Park) about 11:15am. Distance and pace may vary to suit group. Check with leaders if weather is questionable.

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12/03/2002

Use It or Lose It/Tuesdays
about 15 mi Social Moderate Mostly Flat Map: No Stay Together
7:00 PM Mountain Bike Outfitters, Kent
Ice/Snow Cancels

Tom Hale (253)854-0734
Melvin Roberts (253)854-0952

Mountain Bike Outfitters is located two blocks south of Willis St. on S Central in Kent. This ride is for the rider who just wants to do some riding over the winter. If you want to train hard, go to Coulon Park! Traffic is low at night on the trails and industrial roads where we will ride. Ten-watt halogen lights limit us to 15mph maximum. Helmets/lights required, fenders highly recommended.

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12/03/2002

Cycle Tuesdays
25-35 mi Super Strenuous NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Gene Coulon Park, next to Kidd Valley, Renton
Heavy Rain Cancels

Tom Baker (425)271-1251
John Jensen (206)241-5774

Lights required October through April. Year-round training rides for one day STP riders. Rides stress fitness, safety, and group riding skills. Fast pacelines with some sprints from Renton to surrounding areas. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups.

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12/03/2002

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition
25-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Ice/Snow Cancels

Saul Kinderis (425)402-3426

LIGHTS REQUIRED! Northend-based training rides to prepare riders for STP and other rides. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups. Usual post-ride meal and drinks at the Grillhouse.

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12/03/2002

TREATS: Gas Works to Edmonds
33 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Occasional
10:30 AM Gas Works Park, Seattle
Heavy Rain Cancels

Bud Hunt (206)546-3371
Travis Russell (206)542-1452

Social ride to Edmonds for lunch at Brusseau's, then back to Gas Works Park.

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12/04/2002

Zip-Zip
15-20 mi Brisk NA Hilly Map: No Occasional
6:30 PM Gas Works Park, Seattle
Heavy Rain Cancels

Eric Salathe (206)324-1699
Alex Wetmore (206)524-1079

A hilly ride around the City-we stop for views!

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12/04/2002

Alki Wednesday Night Winter Series
30-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
7:00 PM 61st & Alki at the Statue, West Seattle
Rain Cancels

Paul Fleming (206)244-0963
Peter Beeson (206)618-9410

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12/05/2002

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition
25-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Ice/Snow Cancels

Saul Kinderis (425)402-3426

LIGHTS REQUIRED! Northend-based training rides to prepare riders for STP and other rides. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups. Usual post-ride meal and drinks at the Grillhouse.

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12/05/2002

Use It Or Lose It/Thursdays
15 mi Social NA Mostly Flat Map: No Stay Together
7:00 PM Mountain Bike Outfitters, Kent
Ice/Snow Cancels

Melvin Roberts (253)854-0952
Tom Hale (253)854-0734

This ride is for the rider who just wants to do some riding over the winter. If you want to train hard, go to Coulon Park! Traffic is low at night on the trails and industrial roads where we'll be riding. Helmets/lights required. Fenders highly recommended. Mountain Bike Outfitters is located two blocks south of Willis St on South Central in Kent. (Tom Hale leads the Tuesday edition of this ride).

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12/05/2002

More Cycle Tuesdays
25-35 mi Super Strenuous NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Gene Coulon Park, next to Kidd Valley, Renton
Heavy Rain Cancels

Martin Mayock (253)952-2185
John Jensen (206)241-5774

Lights required October through April. Year-round training rides for one-day STP riders. Rides stress fitness, safety, and group riding skills. Fast pacelines with some sprints from Renton to surrounding areas. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups.

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12/06/2002

FRUMPS: On The Level
50 mi Moderate NA Mostly Flat Map: No Occasional
10:00 AM Bicentennial Park, Tukwila
Rain Cancels

Jan Paige (253)946-0207

I usually begin this ride at Ft. Dent Park, but it might be closed for the winter. Therefore, I will start at Bicentennial Park, just south of Ft. Dent. We'll cycle to Sumner where we will lunch at the Gast House. Please join me! From I-5, I-405, take Exit 1, right (south) on Interurban Ave, right (west) on Strander Blvd, cross the Green River and turn right into the Park. There is more parking at the back.

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12/07/2002

Singles' Christmas Ship Cruise
25 mi Moderate Social Rolling Map: Yes Stay Together
1:30 PM 61st and Alki at the Statue, West Seattle
Rain Cancels

David Robinson (206)979-5784
Monica Zaborac (206)932-3610

In response to a discussion on the Buddy Board (hey, it actually produces results!) about how to meet that cute guy/gal whom you see riding, we're hosting a Singles (as in relationship status, not bike style) Ride. We'll meet at the Statue of Liberty replica on Alki, across from the Alki Bakery and Pegasus Pizza, go for a low-moderate 25-mile cruise (no this is not a training ride for you hammerheads, neither is it a ride for first timers on a bike). We'll have dinner afterwards at Pegasus, then catch the Christmas ships arriving at Don Armeni Park (about 1 1/2 miles from the start-they'll have a bonfire going). The ships arrive at 7:35, so we may hang out at David's condo on Alki if we need to. Non-singles are welcome, but we'll figure out a way to indicate who you are (no cheating!) so you don't have to endure being hit on. Come on out and have fun, meet some new folks and get a little late fall exercise. If it rains, we'll meet for pizza at 5:00 at Pegasus and walk down to enjoy the ships. The ride will be done before dark, but if you plan on riding from Pegasus to Don Armeni Park, please bring lights.

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12/07/2002

Blue Ridge and Back
22-30 mi Social NA Hilly Map: Yes Occasional
9:30 AM 5420 Sand Point Way NE, east parking lot at City People's Garden Shop
Rain Cancels

Shelley Hartnett (206)598-4591

Early ride leaves the day for more activities. Scenic Northwest neighborhoods with colorful hills and views of the Olympics from Blue Ridge. Optional loop through Discovery Park/Magnolia. No services available.

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12/08/2002

Sunday North Lake Washington Loop
40 mi Moderate NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
8:00 AM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Ice/Snow Cancels

Lester Isa (206)525-6802

Juanita to Kirkland to Medina to Bellevue to Mercer Island. We'll regroup at the top of any big hills. Call leader for details, 206/525-6802.

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12/08/2002

Resurrection Sundays Really Goes Off-Road
10-15 mi NA NA Off-Road Map: No Stay Together
1:30 PM Tolt River John MacDonald Park, Carnation
Rain Cancels

Roger Salstrom (206)276-8348

Well, I've done off-road rides before, but nothing like this. Get out those mountain bikes 'cause we're goin' off-road'n. We'll head up into the single track maze of Tolt MacDonald. This is true mountain biking, so be prepared to put out some sweat and tears and maybe receive a few bumps and bruises. It will probably be muddy in places, so also be ready to get dirty. There is no pace listed as we will be riding very tight twisty trails, but consider the difficulty about equivalent to a strong moderate ride, though with the possibility of running into trees and falling off your bike every now and then. Sounds like fun, huh! Take I-90 east to Preston, Preston Fall City Road to Fall City, turn right and cross the river, turn left just across the river onto SR-203, continue on SR-203 into Carnation, turn left into Tolt River John MacDonald Park, continue straight back to the parking area.

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12/08/2002

Marymoor Cruise
20-30 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Frequent
10:00 AM Lot I, Marymoor Park Velodrome, Redmond
Ice/Snow Cancels

Chuck Berg (425)644-5415

There will be a lunch stop.

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12/09/2002

MUMPS: Do the Lake
38-48 mi Moderate NA Hilly Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Rain Cancels

Ellen Witebsky (206)525-6371
Don Martin (206)363-9964

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12/10/2002

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition
25-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Ice/Snow Cancels

Saul Kinderis (425)402-3426

LIGHTS REQUIRED! Northend-based training rides to prepare riders for STP and other rides. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups. Usual post-ride meal and drinks at the Grillhouse.

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12/10/2002

Cycle Tuesdays
25-35 mi Super Strenuous NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Gene Coulon Park, next to Kidd Valley, Renton
Heavy Rain Cancels

Tom Baker (425)271-1251
John Jensen (206)241-5774

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12/10/2002

Use It or Lose It/Tuesdays
about 15 mi Social Moderate Mostly Flat Map: No Stay Together
7:00 PM Mountain Bike Outfitters, Kent
Ice/Snow Cancels

Tom Hale (253)854-0734
Melvin Roberts (253)854-0952

Mountain Bike Outfitters is located two blocks south of Willis St. on S Central in Kent. This ride is for the rider who just wants to do some riding over the winter. If you want to train hard, go to Coulon Park! Traffic is way low at night on the trails and industrial roads where we will ride. Ten-watt halogen lights limit us to 15mph maximum. Helmets/lights required, fenders highly recommended.

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12/10/2002

TREATS: Renton to Alki
47 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Occasional
10:30 AM Gene Coulon Park, Renton
Heavy Rain Cancels

Jim Taylor (206)923-5273

Ride will take us via Lincoln Park to Alki for lunch (get the hills over early), then return via Pioneer Square and the I-90 bridge. From I-405 south of I-90, take Exit #5 east and go west, turn right onto Lake Wash Blvd, then take next left into Coulon Park. Meet in the South Beach parking area.

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12/11/2002

Sara's Southend Saunter/Kent to Sumner
38-50 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Russell Road Park, Kent
Ice/Snow Cancels

Sara Matoi (253)631-0285

Let's let the weather determine the route! If it's good weather we'll go the hilly, strenuous way. If it's bad weather we'll do the flat winter route to Sumner. Show up and we will ride. From I-5 take Kent-Des Moines exit, go east on Hwy 516 to Kent, east (left) on Meeker St, left on Russell Rd to Park on the right.

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12/11/2002

Alki Wednesday Night Winter Series
30-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
7:00 PM 61st & Alki at the Statue, West Seattle
Rain Cancels

Paul Fleming (206)244-0963
Peter Beeson (206)618-9410

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12/12/2002

Use It Or Lose It/Thursdays
15 mi Social NA Mostly Flat Map: No Stay Together
7:00 PM Mountain Bike Outfitters, Kent
Ice/Snow Cancels

Melvin Roberts (253)854-0952
Tom Hale (253)854-0734

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12/12/2002

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition
25-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Ice/Snow Cancels

Saul Kinderis (425)402-3426

LIGHTS REQUIRED! Northend-based training rides to prepare riders for STP and other rides. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups. Usual post-ride meal and drinks at the Grillhouse.

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12/12/2002

More Cycle Tuesdays
25-35 mi Super Strenuous NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Gene Coulon Park, next to Kidd Valley, Renton
Heavy Rain Cancels

Martin Mayock (253)952-2185
John Jensen (206)241-5774

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12/13/2002

Earlybirds Jaunt Through West Seattle
12 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:00 AM Jefferson Square lower parking garage, 4701 41st Ave SW, West Seattle
Ice/Snow Cancels

Peter Beeson (206)618-9410

Join us for an early Friday morning jaunt through West Seattle and Alki Beach. Great way to jump start your Friday. Optional breakfast at Charleston Cafe after the ride. Optional Toastmasters meeting starts at 7:45am and ends at 9:00. Helmets always required, lights recommended. We leave promptly at 5:00am.

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12/13/2002

FRUMPS: Canoodle with Noodles
20-28 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
10:30 AM CBC Office, Bld #30, at Magnuson Park, Seattle
Rain Cancels

Jan Johnson (425)672-0617

Ride to a restaurant lunch in the International District. Bring a lock for your bike and money for lunch. It is winter and we need warm noodles and tea.

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12/14/2002

Tukwila to Sumner
50 mi Social NA Mostly Flat Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Bicentennial Park, Tukwila
Ice/Snow Cancel
Sara Matoi (253)631-0285

Joint ride with the Mountaineers. A flat winter ride to Sumner for lunch. From I-405 take Exit 1 south on SR-181. Turn west on Strander Blvd and cross the Green River. Park is on your right.

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12/14/2002

West Seattle to Three Tree Point
30-32 Moderate NA Some Hills Map: Yes Occasional
11:00 AM 61st and Alki at the Statue, West Seattle
Heavy Rain Cancels

Monica Zaborac (206)932-3610

Route will take us on the scenic backroads of West Seattle over to Three Tree Point in Burien. Lunch stop will be after the ride at Pegasus Pizza.

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12/14/2002

Santa Ride
25 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Stay Together
6:00 PM NE 40th & 55th NE (site of former Albertson's store next to Burke-Gilman Trail at the south end of the detour.)
Rain Cancels

David Robinson (206)979-5784

Our annual (for a lotta years) Santa Ride. Santa will cruise through Candy Cane Lane, around Green Lake during the Luminaria Walk and up to Olympic Manor in North Ballard to view the lights. We'll warm up afterwards at a nearby establishment. Dress up your bike with appropriate holiday lights and decorations (and be sure to have street legal head- and taillights - Santa rides legally.) Add antlers or other festive, but rideable clothing, and join us for this fun ride.

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12/15/2002

Special Christmas Country Ride
35 mi Moderate Brisk Some Hills Map: Yes Occasional
9:45 AM Edmonds Ferry Dock
Rain Cancels

Ralph Nussbaum (206)783-6450
Carol Nussbaum (206)783-6450

We'll meet at the Edmonds Ferry walk-on booth at 9:45 for the 10:10 boat. We'll ride at 15-17mph through familiar north Kitsap winter countryside to Poulsbo (which should be all decked out for the holidays!). Say "Hello" to Santa Claus and enjoy some great holiday cookies at the Poulsbo bakery. Return via Miller Bay Road to the ferry. Bring money for ferry and snack/lunch in Poulsbo. Deck yourself out in holiday spirit wear if you're so inclined!

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12/15/2002

Resurrection Sundays Presents A Holiday Lights Excursion
10-20 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Stay Together
6:30 PM south Green Lake parking lot, E Green Lake Way
Rain Cancels

Roger Salstrom (206)276-8348

That's right, we're looking for lights of the decorative kind. We'll hunt down some festive holiday lights then retire to a local establishment to warm up. We are riding in the dark, so head- and taillights are required, decorative bike lighting is optional.

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12/16/2002

MUMPS: Do the Lake
38-48 mi Moderate NA Hilly Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Rain Cancels

Ellen Witebsky (206)525-6371
Don Martin (206)363-9964

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12/17/2002

Cycle Tuesdays
25-35 mi Super Strenuous NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Gene Coulon Park, next to Kidd Valley, Renton
Heavy Rain Cancels

Tom Baker (425)271-1251
John Jensen (206)241-5774

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12/17/2002

TREATS: Stu's Surprise
25-35 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: No Frequent
10:30 AM Gas Works Park, Seattle
Heavy Rain Cancels

Stu Rogers (206)706-4705

We'll check out some interesting areas of the City, but route will depend upon the weather, so come join us and be surprised.

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12/17/2002

Use It or Lose It/Tuesdays
about 15 mi Social Moderate Mostly Flat Map: No Stay Together
7:00 PM Mountain Bike Outfitters, Kent
Ice/Snow Cancels

Tom Hale (253)854-0734
Melvin Roberts (253)854-0952

Mountain Bike Outfitters is located two blocks south of Willis St. on S Central in Kent. This ride is for the rider who just wants to do some riding over the winter. If you want to train hard, go to Coulon Park! Traffic is way low at night on the trails and industrial roads where we will ride. Ten-watt halogen lights limit us to 15mph maximum. Helmets/lights required, fenders highly recommended. NEXT WEEK'S RIDE

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(12/24) CANCELLED FOR CHRISTMAS EVE!

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition
25-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Ice/Snow Cancels

Saul Kinderis (425)402-3426

LIGHTS REQUIRED! Northend-based training rides to prepare riders for STP and other rides. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups. Usual post-ride meal and drinks at the Grillhouse.

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12/18/2002

Alki Wednesday Night Winter Series
30-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
7:00 PM 61st & Alki at the Statue, West Seattle
Rain Cancels

Paul Fleming (206)244-0963 ext
Peter Beeson (206)618-9410

Helmets and lights are always required. Route varies every week. Dinner stop at Pegasus Pizza after the ride. The old ride leaders (Monica and Dan) need a break, but the rest of us need to keep riding. NOTE: There will NOT be an Alki Wednesday Nite ride on December 25 or on New Year's Day.

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12/18/2002

Sara's South End Saunter, Renton to Pioneer Square
37 mi Social NA Mostly Flat Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Gene Coulon Park, Renton
Ice/Snow Cancels

Sara Matoi (253)631-0285

Let's go see the Xmas decorations in Seattle. We'll utlilize the Duwamish and I-90 trail systems there and back. Gene Coulon Park is at the south end of Lake Washington in Renton. Be sure to park in the unrestricted north lots and meet by the restrooms at Kidd Valley!

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12/18/2002

Zip-Zip
15-20 mi Brisk NA Hilly Map: No Occasional
6:30 PM Gas Works Park, Seattle
Heavy Rain Cancels

Eric Salathe (206)324-1699
Alex Wetmore (206)524-1079

A hilly ride around the City-we stop for views!

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12/19/2002

More Cycle Tuesdays
25-35 mi Super Strenuous NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Gene Coulon Park, next to Kidd Valley, Renton
Heavy Rain Cancels

Martin Mayock (253)952-2185
John Jensen (206)241-5774

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12/19/2002

Use It Or Lose It/Thursdays
15 mi Social NA Mostly Flat Map: No Stay Together
7:00 PM Mountain Bike Outfitters, Kent
Ice/Snow Cancels

Melvin Roberts (253)854-0952
Tom Hale (253)854-0734

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12/19/2002

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition
25-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Ice/Snow Cancels

Saul Kinderis (425)402-3426

LIGHTS REQUIRED! Northend-based training rides to prepare riders for STP and other rides. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups. Usual post-ride meal and drinks at the Grillhouse.

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12/20/2002

Earlybirds Jaunt Through West Seattle
12 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:00 AM Jefferson Square Lower Parking Garage/4701 41st Ave SW, West Seattle
Ice/Snow Cancels

Peter Beeson (206)618-9410

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12/20/2002

FRUMPS: Eastside Ramble
40 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Gene Coulon Park, Renton
Heavy Rain Cancels

Jim Taylor (206)923-5273
William Aho (425)641-1879

Route is being determined, but there will be a lunch stop in Issaquah. Take Exit 5 off I-405 and go down hill to entrance of Gene Coulon Park. We'll meet in the parking area at the south end of the Park.

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12/21/2002

Second Annual Solstice Ride
18 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Occasional
7:30 PM South Bellevue Park and Ride, 2700 Bellevue Way SE (Bellevue Way and 112th Ave SE)
Heavy Rain Cancels

Claire Petersky (425)641-9389
Ted Vedera (425)888-2714

Included in Ted Vedera's Darkside Development Series. This ride is to take in seasonal lights as we ride on the darkest night of the year. We will have views from the tops of Bellevue hills and watersides, and we might stop by the Bellevue Botanical Gardens for their Garden d'Lights. Ride meets at the South Bellevue Park and Ride. Lights required. Snow/ice also cancels.

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12/21/2002

Dan & Don Do The City
38 mi Moderate NA Hilly Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Gas Works Park, Seattle
Rain Cancels

Daniel Garretson (425)747-5273
Don Martin (206)363-9964

An in-city loop ride with a food stop enroute. Distance and pace may vary to suit group and weather conditions. Check with ride leaders if weather appears questionable.

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12/21/2002

Gas Works Park to Red Hook Brewery
40 mi Social NA Mostly Flat Map: No Occasional
10:00 AM Gas Works Park, Seattle
Rain Cancels

Susan Hiles (425)747-4050 (206)818-4050 (cell)

Ride to Red Hook Brewery for lunch and then return to Gas Works Park.

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12/22/2002

Christmas in Woodinville
20-40 mi Social NA Mostly Flat Map: No Occasional
9:30 AM Gas Works Park, Seattle
Rain Cancels

Norm Tjaden (206)525-2366

Ride is either 20 or 40 miles depending on starting place. (9:30am start at Gas Works Park and 10:30am start at Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore.) This ride is almost free of motor traffic. See the Christmas decorations at the wineries in Woodinville. Lunch will be at the Red Hook Brewery, which is also the halfway point. Joint ride with the Mountaineers.

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12/22/2002

Chilly Hilly Warm-Ups/EASY
8-10 mi Leisurely Social Mostly Flat Map: No Stay Together
8:00 AM Snoqualmie Log Pavilion
Ice/Snow Cancels

Ted Vedera (425)888-2714

Join us for our fourth year! Great warm-up for the harder ride at 9am. Beginners encouraged; you're never more than 4 miles from the start! Limited services; bring food and water.

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12/22/2002

A Darkside Development Series-Chilly Hilly Warmups/Harder
20-30 mi Social Moderate Hilly Map: No Stay Together
9:00 AM Snoqualmie Log Pavilion
Ice/Snow Cancels

Ted Vedera (425)888-2714

Break out that cold weather gear and join us for our fourth year! Limited services; bring food and water. Two quick coffee/pit stops planned. 1500-2500' vertical, heart rate monitors encouraged. May go faster depending on group dynamics; but you will still be able to hold up your end of the conversation. Fenders appreciated. Beginners encouraged, you'll never be more than 8 miles from the start.

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12/23/2002

MUMPS: Do the Lake
38-48 mi Moderate NA Hilly Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Rain Cancels

Ellen Witebsky (206)525-6371
Don Martin (206)363-9964

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12/24/2002

Twas The Day Before Christmas
30 mi Social NA Rolling Map: No Occasional
10:30 AM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Rain Cancels

Jan Johnson (425)672-0617

Are your holiday preparations done? Whether yes or no, come on a social ride through quiet business parks. Lunch in Redmond. Joint ride with the Mountaineers.

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12/24/2002

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition
25-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Ice/Snow Cancels

Saul Kinderis (425)402-3426

LIGHTS REQUIRED! Northend-based training rides to prepare riders for STP and other rides. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups. Usual post-ride meal and drinks at the Grillhouse.

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12/24/2002

Christmas Eve Ride
40 mi Moderate NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
8:00 AM Bronze dog in front of Husky Stadium, Seattle
Ice/Snow Cancels

Lester Isa (206)525-6802

Ride the Burke-Gilman Trail to Logboom Park in Kenmore; leave the Trail and ride to Edmonds. Return via Innes Arden to Green Lake. We'll regroup at the top of any big hills. NOTE: The Ride ends at Green Lake. Please call leader for details.

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12/26/2002

More Cycle Tuesdays
25-35 mi Super Strenuous NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Gene Coulon Park, next to Kidd Valley, Renton
Heavy Rain Cancels

Martin Mayock (253)952-2185
John Jensen (206)241-5774

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12/26/2002

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition
25-35 mi Brisk NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:45 PM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Ice/Snow Cancels

Saul Kinderis (425)402-3426

LIGHTS REQUIRED! Northend-based training rides to prepare riders for STP and other rides. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups. Usual post-ride meal and drinks at the Grillhouse.

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12/27/2002

Earlybirds Jaunt Through West Seattle
12 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: No Occasional
5:00 AM Jefferson Square Lower Parking Garage/4701 41st Ave SW, West Seattle
Ice/Snow Cancels

Peter Beeson (206)618-9410

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12/27/2002

FRUMPS: Do Upper Green River (Moderate Pace)
50 mi Moderate NA Some Hills Map: Yes Occasional
9:15 AM Russell Road Park, Kent
Rain Cancels

Jim Paige (253)946-0207

Note start time, be ready to leave by 9:30am. We will lunch at the Black Diamond Bakery. Pace before lunch will be high-moderate to brisk. From I-5 take Kent-Des Moines exit, turn east onto Kent-Des Moines Rd (SR-576). At bottom of hill, turn left onto Meeker St, cross bridge, go left on Russell Rd, Park is on right.

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12/27/2002

FRUMPS: Do Upper Green River (Social Pace)
35 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Auburn Park & Ride, Auburn
Rain Cancels

Jan Paige (253)946-0207

We will lunch at the Black Diamond Bakery. The pace for this ride will be social. Those who want to go faster are on their own, or should plan on joining Jim, who is leading a faster paced, longer ride starting earlier in the day. From SR-167, go east on Hwy 18, take Auburn-Black Diamond exit, go left under Hwy 18, Park & Ride lot is on your left.

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12/28/2002

City Loop Ride
40-50 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Occasional
9:30 AM Jack Block Park, West Seattle
Heavy Rain Cancels

Jim Taylor (206)923-5273

Ride to Gas Works Park, lunch on Mercer Island, then return via east side of Lake Washington. We'll ride to West Seattle via Green River and Duwamish Trails. Exit the West Seattle Bridge at Harbor Ave (NOT Harbor Island), turn right on Harbor Ave and go 1 mile to entrance of Jack Block Park. Parking and restrooms are in the Park.

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12/29/2002

Saints & Sinners
25 mi. Brisk Moderate Some Hills Map: Yes Stay Together
1:30 PM Ctr for Spiritual Living, north parking lot, 5801 Sand Point Way, Seattle
Rain Cancels

David Robinson (206)979-5784

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12/29/2002

Kenmore/Brier
25-30 mi Social NA Some Hills Map: Yes Frequent
10:00 AM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Heavy Rain Cancels

Chuck Berg (425)644-5415

Park is at 175th St and 61st Ave NE. Please park your car on street outside of Park. There will be a lunch stop on this ride.

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12/30/2002

MUMPS: Do the Lake
38-48 mi Moderate NA Hilly Map: Yes Occasional
10:00 AM Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Rain Cancels

Ellen Witebsky (206)525-6371
Don Martin (206)363-9964

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12/31/2002

TREATS: Last Chance
25 mi
Social
NA
Some Hills
Map: No
Stay Together
10:30 AM
Gas Works Park, Seattle
Heavy Rain Cancels

James Shedd (206)772-0955

Join us for the last TREATS of 2002. A short scenic ride through some north Seattle neighborhoods to Lake Forest Park for lunch, then back via Perkins Way (%&*#!! hill), Meridian, Green Lake, and Stone Way.

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12/31/2002

Use It or Lose It/Tuesdays
about 15 mi
Social Moderate
Mostly Flat
Map: No
Stay Together
7:00 PM
Mountain Bike Outfitters, Kent
Ice/Snow Cancels

Tom Hale (253)854-0734
Melvin Roberts (253)854-0952

Mountain Bike Outfitters is located two blocks south of Willis St. on South Central in Kent. This ride is for the rider who just wants to do some riding over the winter. If you want to train hard, go to Coulon Park! Traffic is low at night on the trails and industrial roads were we will ride. Ten-watt halogen lights limit us to 15mph maximum. Helmets/lights required, fenders highly recommended.

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12/31/2002

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition
25-35 mi
Brisk
NA
Some Hills
Map: No
Occasional
5:45 PM
Tracy Owen Station/Logboom Park, Kenmore
Ice/Snow Cancels

Saul Kinderis (425)402-3426

LIGHTS REQUIRED! Northend-based training rides to prepare riders for STP and other rides. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups. Usual post-ride meal and drinks at the Grillhouse.