Calendar for May 2001
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.

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Tuesday, May 1st

TREATS: Southern Sojourn

We'll celebrate May Day by touring south along the Green River, then thru the outskirts of Auburn and stop for lunch. Return via Interurban and Green River trails. Directions: Going south on I-5, take exit 154 onto I-405, then exit #1 and go north a short distance on Interurban. Turn right into Ft. Dent and bear left at traffic circle over the bridge to the adjacent parking lot where we will meet.
Tuesday, May 1st

Scenic Training Series

Scenic rides on the quiet roads between Monroe, Sultan, Granite Falls, Lake Roesiger, Snohomish. Training rides for STP or RAMROD riders with emphasis on scenic routes with little traffic. Mileage and pace to vary and to conform with group comfort.
Tuesday, May 1st

T.A.G. (Tuesdays At Gasworks)

We'll ride from Gasworks to Seward Park and back.
Tuesday, May 1st

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

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/drinks at the Grillhouse.
Tuesday, May 1st

Sweetcakes

Ride from Stanwood through the surrounding countryside. From I-5, exit 212, west on Hwy 532, approx. 5 miles; right at 3rd light to Viking Village. Approximately one hour north of Seattle.
Tuesday, May 1st

Tuesdays Tours

Come explore the back streets of Seattle's neighborhoods. We'll do some hills but we'll wait for everyone at the top. We'll go to dinner nearby after the ride.
Wednesday, May 2nd

Alki Wednesday Night Series

Ride leaves promptly at 7:05 pm. Headlights & helmets are always required! Route varies each week. Dinner stop at Pegasus Pizza after the ride. Great STP training ride.
Thursday, May 3rd

Scenic Training Series

For ride info see Scenic Training Series, 5/1.
Thursday, May 3rd

More "Cycle Tuesdays"

Lights required. Year-round training rides for one-day STP riders. Rides stress safety, fitness and group riding skills. Fast pace line with some sprints from Renton to surrounding areas. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups.
Thursday, May 3rd

More STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

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/drinks at the Grillhouse.
Thursday, May 3rd

Not So Fast!

An evening tour of the north end at a pace slower than the high speed Thursday night rides. Lights are required. The park is just west of I-5 off 130th Ave.
Friday, May 4th

FRUMPS: Do 8th Annual GTE (Gasworks to Edmonds)

It's time for our 8th annual Spring ride to Edmonds. Jan will be bringing up the rear going a high social pace. Please join us!
Saturday, May 5th

Kids' Ride to Logboom Park

Kids, bring your parents for a bike ride. We will ride north on the Burke-Gilman Trail to Tracy Owen Station near Kenmore (Logboom Park). We will play there for about 15 minutes and then return to Matthews Beach. For questions, please call before 8:00 PM.
Saturday, May 5th

A Taste of Hell

Yes, the Saint is back and ready to ride to hell! This is the annual ride in conjunction with the famed Paris-Roubaix race over the cobblestones, nicknamed The Hell of the North. The race was actually 3 weeks ago, but I was moving, so we're doing it today. Tour some of Seattle's cobblestone streets and scenic, out of the way places. Bring stout wheels (and suspension) a comfy saddle and a willingness to have fun. Lunch afterwards.
Saturday, May 5th

Cascade Training Series, 12-14 mph

Note earlier start time! We'll head north towards Edmonds, Everett and/or Snohomish, depending on weather. While designed for those training for STP, RSVP, or RAW, all riders are welcome. Being food. The club office is located one block inside the main gate of the old Sand Point Naval Air Station.
Saturday, May 5th

Cascade Training Series, 14-16 mph

For ride info, see today's CTS, 12-14 mph. It will be the same route, just a little faster pace.
Saturday, May 5th

Cascade Training Series, 16-18 mph

For ride info, see today's CTS, 12-14 mph. This ride will include a few more hills and a few more miles.
Sunday, May 6th

Inglewood Cycling Series

Ride to Magnuson Park in Seattle, and return by way of the Honey Bear Bakery in LFP.
Sunday, May 6th

Goose Bumps: Going Farther

This month we pick up the distance a little more working toward progressively longer rides as the season goes. If you like to ride low-traffic, back country roads and don't have time for a ferry, these rides are for you. The rides feature two ride leaders with moderate and brisk paces. We will head to the backcountry roads of North King and South Snohomish Counties and into the Snoqualmie Valley. The various routes include the rural communities of Snohomish, Monroe, Carnation, Duvall, etc. Terraiin is evenly divided between hills, flats, and rolling low-traffic country roads. There is a stop for a mid-ride snack. We also provide what are arguably the finest maps/cue sheets in the business. We will conclude the day with a post ride brew or two at the Ale house. In the event of excessive sunshine, the ride will be cancelled; otherwise, we ride!!
Sunday, May 6th

C.A.T.S (Cascade Advanced Training Series)

For one-day STP riders. Route depends on weather. Pace will vary and may be super-strenuous if conditions are favorable. Paceline skills or willingness to learn pace line riding desirable. Leader will want/need to rest periodically. Bring food! Well-behaved former "Animals" welcome.
Sunday, May 6th

Resurrection Sundays

Bring your legs to life on an enjoyable afternoon riding experience.
Monday, May 7th

MUMPS: Do the Lake

A fun north Lake Washington loop training ride with a food stop enroute.
Tuesday, May 8th

TREATS: Point No Point

We'll take the 10:10 am ferry to Kingston, then on to Pt. No Pt. With lunch at the Nature Conservancy Beach (either bring or buy in Kingston or Pt. No Pt. store). Suggest parking on 3rd Avenue, approx. 4 blocks south of Main St. near the Edmonds City Park. Bike down to terminal to buy ticket and meet at bicycle holding area on dock.
Tuesday, May 8th

Scenic Training Series

For ride info see Scenic Training Series, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 8th

TAG

For ride info see TAG, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 8th

Cycle Tuesdays

Lights required. Year-round training rides for one-day STP riders. Rides stress safety, fitness, and group riding skills. Fast pace line with some sprints from Renton to surrounding areas. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups.
Tuesday, May 8th

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See ride description for STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 8th

Sweetcakes

See ride info for Sweetcakes, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 8th

Tuesday's Tours

For ride info see Tuesday's Tours, 5/1.
Wednesday, May 9th

Sara's South End Saunter: Ft. Dent to Black Diamond

A hilly ride to Black Diamond for lunch. Views and the Soos Creek Trail will be had along the way. Directions to start: Exit #1 I-405. Southbound 405, go straight at light to Ft. Dent Wy around traffic circle into Park. Northbound 405, go north on Interurban Ave, right on Ft. Dent Wy, follow as above. We will meet by the restrooms.
Wednesday, May 9th

Alki Wednesday Night Series

For ride info see Alki Wednesday Night Series, 5/2.
Thursday, May 10th

Scenic Training Series

For ride info see Scenic Training Series, 5/1.
Thursday, May 10th

More "Cycle Tuesdays"

See ride info for More Cycle Tuesdays, 5/3.
Thursday, May 10th

More STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See ride description for More STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 5/3.
Thursday, May 10th

Zip-Zip

A scenic ride of Seattle's hilly streets. E-mail: esalathe@cascade.org
Friday, May 11th

FRUMPS: Do Kitsap Peninsula and Poulsbo

We will meet at the Edmonds Ferry Terminal to take the 9:20 am ferry to Kingston. We will explore the Kitsap Peninsula and have lunch at Poulsbo.
Saturday, May 12th

8th Annual RAMROD Training - Issaquah to Snoqualmie Pass

Join us as we take the back roads to Snoqualmie Pass. Route will take us through Fall City, Snoqualmie Falls and North Bend before we ride on I-90. We will stay off of I-90 as much as possible. The last 6 miles to the Pass will be on scenic Denny Creek Road (assuming the snow has melted by May). Expect approximately 5,000 feet of climbing. As of March 24, the road to Snoqualmie Falls is open to cyclists and pedestrians, and closed to cars. Snack break in North Bend and lunch stop at the Pancake House at the Pass. Take exit 15 off I-90 and turn right on state road 900 to the ride. The Park & Ride is at the second light heading south from I-90.
Saturday, May 12th

Beat the Ferry Increase

We're taking the 9:00 am ferry! We'll ride along the east side of Shoreline up to Poulsbo for lunch. Return via Agate Pass Bridge to Bainbridge Island to Winslow. We'll have lots of views of the Sound. Hope for sunny weather and enjoy the ride.
Saturday, May 12th

Half Lake Loop for Tandems

Ride around the north end of Lake Washington, through Kirkland and Bellevue; cross lake on I-90, ride through Leschi, Washington Park, Arboretum and return to Cascade Bike Club office via the Burke Gilman Trail. This ride is being offered in conjunction with Evergreen Tandem Club (ETC). Singles are always welcome.
Saturday, May 12th

KRABS: Bainbridge to Lofall Park

Leave terminal via Sunrise Drive, Agate Pass bridge, Suquamish Way, Totten, Big Valley, Lofall Park, Poulsbo (for lunch), Lemolo Drive. Return to Bainbridge Bakery and/or ferry.
Saturday, May 12th

Bagbalm Not Included - A RAW Training Series

Whether you are participating in RAW or not, become "RAW Material" in this training series leading up to RAW 2001. Join in as we make our way to Black Diamond via Auburn. We'll return through Maple Valley and Fairwood.
Saturday, May 12th

New to Cascade? Let's Go Ride

This is a fun ride for new or not so new riders! Route and distance depends on group. Lunch stop. Call for directions. All members and non-members are welcome. So, let's go. . .
Saturday, May 12th

C.A.T.S.

See ride info for CATS, 5/6.
Sunday, May 13th

Bremerton-Tahuya-Seabeck-Poulsbo-Winslow Loop

A truly scenic and amazing ride, but also long and hilly. See lots of rhododendrons, the Hood Canal and the Olympic Mountains in the background. A beautiful ride, but not for wimps. Bring money for the ferry and at least two food stops. Meet at 7:20 am to catch the 7:40 am ferry.
Sunday, May 13th

Country Ride Series: Renton - Maple Valley Ride

If your mother doesn't live near enough to take out for lunch, send her some flowers and a nice card and come join us for this Mother's Day ride through the Maple and May Valleys. Depending on turnout, the ride may split into two groups: one brisk (16-18 mph) and one moderate (14-16 mph). There will be a lunch stop near the end of the ride. Directions: The park is located at the intersection of I-405 and Maple Valley Hwy (SR169). Use exit #4 on I-405. Meet by the community center.
Sunday, May 13th

Marymoor Cruise

This is a rural ride with a lunch stop.
Sunday, May 13th

Cascade Training Series, 12-14 mph

A modified version of Flying Wheels routes. While designed for those training for STP, RSVP and/or RAW, all riders are welcome. Bring food. The velodrome is located on the eastside of Marymoor Park, located off Hwy 520 in Redmond.
Sunday, May 13th

Cascade Training Series, 14-16 mph

For ride info see today's CTS, 12-14 mph. This ride will follow the same route, but will be at a faster pace.
Sunday, May 13th

Cascade Training Series, 16-18 mph

For ride info see today's CTS, 12-14 mph. We'll follow the same basic route, adding a few more hills and keep a brisk pace.
Monday, May 14th

MUMPS: Head North

A fun loop ride in South Snohomish County with a food stop enroute.
Tuesday, May 15th

TREATS: South Seattle Tour

We will ride from Gasworks to Renton and stop for lunch at Coulon Park (bring or buy). Return via Ft. Dent, along the Duwamish, and the Seattle waterfront.
Tuesday, May 15th

Scenic Training Series

For ride info see Scenic Training Series, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 15th

TAG

For ride info see TAG, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 15th

Cycle Tuesdays

See ride info for Cycle Tuesdays, 5/8.
Tuesday, May 15th

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See ride description for STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 15th

Sweetcakes

See ride info for Sweetcakes, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 15th

Tuesday's Tours

For ride info see Tuesday's Tours, 5/1.
Wednesday, May 16th

Alki Wednesday Night Series

See ride info for Alki Wednesday Night Series, 5/2.
Thursday, May 17th

Scenic Training Series

For ride info see Scenic Training Series, 5/1.
Thursday, May 17th

More "Cycle Tuesdays"

See ride info for More Cycle Tuesdays, 5/3.
Thursday, May 17th

More STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See ride description for More STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 5/3.
Thursday, May 17th

Not So Fast!

See 5/3 description
Friday, May 18th

Bike to Work

If you live in the north end and would like to join me for May 18 - Bike To Work Day, give me a call. I will start from 212th & 84th Ave W in Edmonds and head south down Meridian to Greenlake, over to Stone Way and Freemont Bridge, through downtown to the First Avenue bridge. Join me for part or all of the ride! Note: Lights required if you leave from Edmonds or if you join me in the dark.
Friday, May 18th

BTWD Celebration Ride

Ride with fellow "Bike To Work Day" participants to Seattle Center to join the Celebration Ride, which begins at 7:45 am. We will then proceed to Westlake Center with local celebrities.
Friday, May 18th

FRUMPS: Do Upper Green Valley

We will lunch at the Black Diamond Bakery. Directions: East on Hwy 18 from I-5 or SR167, take Auburn-Black Diamond exit, turn left at end of exit, go under Hwy 18, Park and Ride is on your left.
Saturday, May 19th

Early Morning Madness

A ride for early risers. See the city, Spring flowering plants, view the Olympics from Ravenna thru Blue Ridge and Shilshole. Then join another later Cascade ride from Gasworks or from the Cascade office, or have the day to pursue other adventures.
Saturday, May 19th

Kids' Ride to Logboom Park

For ride info see Kids' Ride to Logboom Park, 5/5.
Saturday, May 19th

Cascade Training Series, 12-14 mph

Clockwise loop of Lake Washington via east Bellevue for some extra miles and hills. While designed for those training for STP, RSVP, and RAW, all riders are welcome. Bring food!
Saturday, May 19th

Cascade Training Series, 14-16 mph

For ride info see today's CTS, 12-14 mph. Same route, faster pace.
Saturday, May 19th

Cascade Training Series, 16-18 mph

For ride info see today's CTS, 12-14 mph. Same general route at a brisker pace and with a few more hills.
Sunday, May 20th

Inglewood Cycling Series

Ride to and from Redmond on the Sammamish River Trail, stopping at Tully's in Redmond Town Center.
Sunday, May 20th

Goose Bumps: Going Farther

See ride info for Goose Bumps, 5/6.
Sunday, May 20th

C.A.T.S.

See ride info for CATS, 5/5.
Sunday, May 20th

Another Leisurely Ride With 3 M's

A relaxing in-town ride along a lake shore and more.
Sunday, May 20th

Resurrection Sundays

All right! Third time's a charm! The last two times I've tried this ride from this location it has rained . . . No, it's poured! So cross your fingers and hope for sun on this loop of the Maple Valley area. Directions to start: from I-405 in Renton, take Renton-Maple Valley Hwy (SR169) to 149th Ave SE (just past Maplewood Golf course), turn left onto 149th and take the next left into the park.
Monday, May 21st

MUMPS: Do the Lake

A fun north Lake Washington loop training ride with a food stop enroute.
Monday, May 21st

WHEEL POWER Welcome Ride

Members of WHEEL POWER Christian Cyclists (WPCC) are meeting in Seattle in preparation for their 2001 Across the Country Cycling Mission. Come meet them and help provide a sample of Seattle area bicycling. Exact route and distance will depend on weather conditions. After the ride, meet the WPCC members and see some slides from their previous mission trips.
Tuesday, May 22nd

TREATS: Carnation via the Plateau

A beautiful but hilly tour of the Issaquah plateau down to Fall City, then into Carnation for lunch. Return via Ames Lake and Union Hill.
Tuesday, May 22nd

Scenic Training Series

For ride info see Scenic Training Series, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 22nd

TAG

For ride info see TAG, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 22nd

Cycle Tuesdays

See ride info for Cycle Tuesdays, 5/8.
Tuesday, May 22nd

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See ride description for STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 22nd

Sweetcakes

See ride info for Sweetcakes, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 22nd

Tuesday's Tours

For ride info see Tuesday's Tours, 5/1.
Wednesday, May 23rd

Sara's South End Saunter: Kent to Maple Valley

Climb up on Tiger Mt on the way to lunch in Maple Valley. Directions: >From I-5 take Kent Des Moines exit, go east on Hwy 516 to Kent, left on Meeker, cross river and left on Russell Road to Park.
Wednesday, May 23rd

Alki Wednesday Night Series

See ride info for Alki Wednesday Night Series, 5/2.
Thursday, May 24th

Scenic Training Series

For ride info see Scenic Training Series, 5/1.
Thursday, May 24th

More "Cycle Tuesdays"

See ride info for More Cycle Tuesdays, 5/3.
Thursday, May 24th

More STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See ride description for More STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 5/3.
Thursday, May 24th

Zip-Zip

See ride info for Zip-Zip, 5/10.
Friday, May 25th

FRUMPS: Circumnavigate Lake Sammamish

Lunch at Red Hook Brewery. Directions: I-90, Lake Sammamish State Park exit, enter the park, first lot on right.
Saturday, May 26th

North Lake Loop

A fun loop ride around the North end of Lake Washington with a food stop enroute.
Saturday, May 26th

Another Leisurely Ride

A fun, flat ride along the lake shore to Madison Park.
Saturday, May 26th

C.A.T.S.

See ride info for CATS, 5/5.
Sunday, May 27th

8th Annual RAMROD Training - Cle Elum to Leavenworth

For those wanting to have breakfast, we will meet at the Pancake House at Snoqualmie Pass at 7:00 am. For those wanting to skip breakfast, we will meet at the start of the ride in Cle Elum at 8:30 am. Route will take us over Swauk Pass into Leavenworth. Route back will be over Scenic Old Blewett Pass. Lunch stop in Leavenworth. Dessert at Mineral Springs before descent into Cle Elum. NOTE: Rain in Seattle DOES NOT cancel this ride. It's often dry in Cle Elum when it's raining in Seattle.
Sunday, May 27th

Cascade Training Series, 12-14 mph

Note earlier start time! Sara wants to allow plenty of time to enjoy the views, views, views AND hills, hills, hills! From I-405, go north on Interurban Ave to Ft. Dent Way, turn right into park, go around traffic island, and meet by the restrooms. Bring food!
Sunday, May 27th

Cascade Training Series, 14-16 mph

For ride info see today's CTS, 12-14 mph. Same route, just faster pace.
Sunday, May 27th

Cascade Training Series, 16-18 mph

For ride info see today's CTS, 12-14 mph. Just a longer route with added difficulty.
Sunday, May 27th

Monroe - Snohomish

This is a rural ride with a lunch stop.
Monday, May 28th

Hilly Hilly on Whidbey Island

A rural ride on hilly Whidbey Island. Bring snacks.
Monday, May 28th

MUMPS: Holiday Special

Join us for a "holiday spin" north out to Snohomish for a food stop with two of the "newest" ride leaders.
Tuesday, May 29th

TREATS: Kitsap Meander

Meet at the Edmonds ferry terminal for the 10:10 am departure to Kingston. Then it's on to Port Gamble, Big Valley, and lunch in Poulsbo.
Tuesday, May 29th

Scenic Training Series

For ride info see Scenic Training Series, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 29th

TAG

For ride info see TAG, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 29th

Cycle Tuesdays

See ride info for Cycle Tuesdays, 5/8.
Tuesday, May 29th

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See ride description for STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 29th

Tuesday's Tours

For ride info see Tuesday's Tours, 5/1.
Tuesday, May 29th

Sweetcakes

See ride info for Sweetcakes, 5/1.
Wednesday, May 30th

Alki Wednesday Night Series

See ride info for Alki Wednesday Night Series, 5/2.
Thursday, May 31st

Scenic Training Series

For ride info see Scenic Training Series, 5/1.
Thursday, May 31st

More "Cycle Tuesdays"

See ride info for More Cycle Tuesdays, 5/3.
Thursday, May 31st

More STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See ride description for More STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 5/3.
Thursday, May 31st

Not So Fast!

See 5/3 description