Calendar for October 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.

Tuesday, October 1st

TREATS: Port Gamble/Poulsbo

Ride to Poulsbo via Port Gamble and return via Suquamish. Meet for the 10:10 ferry. Park at City Park on 3rd Ave about 1/2 mile south of ferry dock, or on streets not time restricted. Bring or buy lunch at Poulsbo.
Tuesday, October 1st

Cycle Tuesdays

Lights required October thru April! Year-round training rides for one-day STP riders. Rides stress safety, fitness, and group riding skills. Fast paceline with some sprints from Renton to surrounding areas. Large turnout splits into faster/slower groups.
Tuesday, October 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. Ususal post-ride meal/drinks at the Grillhouse.
Tuesday, October 1st

Eastside Tour

Join us for an evening ride as we explore the Eastside. Route varies each week. Lights required!! NOTE: New start location.
Wednesday, October 2nd

Zip Zip

A hilly jaunt around the City. We stop for views. Headlights required.
Wednesday, October 2nd

Alki Wednesday Night Series

Helmets and lights are always required. Route varies every week. Dinner stop at Pegasus Pizza after the ride. Ride pace is moderate to brisk, depending on riders following the rules of the road. NOTE: October is the last month for this Series until the end of February. After leading these rides every week for over 11 years (Monica) and 8 years (Dan), both of us need a break. Since winter weather easily can be rainy during half of the rides, we'll probably only miss leading 7 or so. We'll also be refreshed and ready to start leading this Series again at the of February - just in time for our pre-Chilly Hilly warm-up ride.
Thursday, October 3rd

More "Cycle Tuesdays"

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.
Thursday, October 3rd

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 10/1.
Friday, October 4th

FRUMPS: South Lake Loop

We'll ride I-90 across Mercer Island, then clockwise around the south end of Lake Washington with a stop at Coulon Park for lunch. Back via Rainier/Seward Park Avenues and the lakeshore.
Saturday, October 5th

Saturday Social Goes Moderately to Vashon

A unique opportunity to take the ferry to Vashon from downtown while the Fauntleroy dock is being repaired; then ride the Island. Departure at 9:00 AM, so plan accordingly.
Saturday, October 5th

Kids' Ride to Logboom Park

Kids, bring your parents for a bike ride! We'll ride north on the Burke-Gilman Trail to Tracy Owen Station near Kenmore. We'll play there for about 15 minutes and return to Matthews Beach. Questions? Please call before 8:00pm.
Saturday, October 5th

Queen Anne and Magnolia

The ride will crest Queen Anne and Magnolia hills with food stops. Some parts can be walked. We will stop at the Locks and Discovery Park.
Saturday, October 5th

West Seattle to Kent

The ride will take us through White Center, Burien and Des Moines; then drop down to Kent for lunch. Return will be a flat route on the Green River and Duwamish Trails. Take Harbor Ave exit off of the West Seattle Bridge. Turn right on Harbor Ave and go 1 mile to park entrance. Park is on the right with a red arch.
Sunday, October 6th

Saints & Sinners

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.
Monday, October 7th

MUMPS: Head Up North

A fun loop ride in south Snohomish County with a food stop enroute. Distance and pace may vary to suit group and weather conditions. Park is located at 61st Ave NE and NE 175th St in Kenmore at the north end of Lake Washington.
Tuesday, October 8th

TREATS: Tour the Hills of Seattle

We'll test our granny gears as we tackle some of the more prominent hills of Seattle and enjoy some great vistas. A lunch stop is guaranteed, but route depends upon weather and leader's disposition.
Tuesday, October 8th

Cycle Tuesdays

See Cycle Tuesdays, 10/1.
Tuesday, October 8th

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 10/1.
Tuesday, October 8th

Eastside Tour

See Eastside Tour, 10/01.
Wednesday, October 9th

Sara's Southend Saunter/Auburn to Enumclaw

We will visit Mud Mountain Dam on our way to lunch at 34 miles in Enumclaw; then go by the scenic Green River Gorge on our way back to the cars. Take Auburn-Black Diamond exit off Hwy 18. The Park & Ride is just west of Hwy 18 on Auburn-Black Diamond Road. NOTE: No water or restroom facility at the start.
Wednesday, October 9th

Alki Wednesday Night Series

See Alki Wednesday Night Series, 10/2.
Thursday, October 10th

More "Cycle Tuesdays"

See More "Cycle Tuesdays," 10/3.
Thursday, October 10th

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 10/1.
Friday, October 11th

FRUMPS: Cycle Six Cities of the South

The first part of this ride has some hills-down to Three Tree Point and through Normandy Park on Marine View Drive. After lunch in Kent the ride is flat until we climb to SeaTac from Tukwila for the return to Burien. From I-5 and I-405, take SR-518 west to Burien Park & Ride. The lot is on 4th Ave SW between SW 148th and SW 150th.
Saturday, October 12th

Snohomish-Everett

Some flat, some hills, some rural, some urban - includes the new bike trail on the bridge into Everett. See views of the waterfront. Bring food. Take Exit 186 east from I-5, go east to the Park & Ride, and park across from the swimming pool.
Saturday, October 12th

Lake Wenatchee/Leavenworth/Cashmere

TWO DAYS of riding: Saturday's ride is a loop past Lake Wenatchee, down Tumwater Canyon to Leavenworth for lunch, then returning to Plain via Chumstick Creek. (45 miles) Sunday's ride (10/13) is along the Wenatchee River through orchards to Cashmere and returning to Leavenworth on the other side of the river. (25 miles) Riders staying Saturday night must make own overnight accommodations.
Saturday, October 12th

New to CBC? Let's Ride to West Seattle

Please note different start location. This is a fun ride for members or non-members new to group riding. Some trail riding but mostly road riding. We will stop for lunch. Call for info.
Sunday, October 13th

Country Ride Series: Ft. Dent to Black Diamond

A moderately hilly ride to Black Diamond for a great lunch at the famous Black Diamond Bakery. The ride leaders will maintain a pace of 15-17 mph on the flats (High Moderate/Low Brisk). We'll explore the little known Soos Creek Trail and return via Green Valley Rd. and the Green River Trail. Take Exit 1 from I-405. From southbound I-405 go straight at light to Ft. Dent Way, around traffic circle into Park. From northbound I-405 go north on Interurban Ave and right on Ft. Dent Way; then follow as above. We'll meet in the parking lot nearest to the restrooms.
Sunday, October 13th

Marymoor Cruise

Lunch stop.
Sunday, October 13th

Resurrection Sundays: One Speed Sunday

Pull out those one-speed and fixed-gear bikes as we take a socially moderate ride to Redmond on and off the Sammamish River Trail. We may stop in Redmond for a cup of coffee or hot chocolate. Don't have a one-gear bike? You are still more than welcome to come along and enjoy the ride. We'll meet somewhere in the parking lot. See you there.
Monday, October 14th

MUMPS: Head Up North

See MUMPS: Head Up North, 10/07.
Tuesday, October 15th

TREATS: Kenmore to Snohomish

Beautiful rural ride out to Snohomish for lunch, then back.
Tuesday, October 15th

Cycle Tuesdays

See Cycle Tuesdays, 10/1.
Tuesday, October 15th

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 10/1.
Tuesday, October 15th

Eastside Tour

See Eastside Tour, 10/01/02
Wednesday, October 16th

Zip Zip

A hilly jaunt around the City. We stop for views. Headlights required.
Wednesday, October 16th

Alki Wednesday Night Series

See Alki Wednesday Night Series, 10/2.
Thursday, October 17th

More "Cycle Tuesdays"

See More "Cycle Tuesdays," 10/3.
Thursday, October 17th

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 10/1.
Friday, October 18th

FRUMPS: Do Alki to Renton

This is a leisurely/social paces ride. Those who want to go faster are welcome to join us but they will be on their own. We'll go to Renton via Georgetown and Airport Way and return via South Park, using part of the Duwamish and Green River Bike Trails both going and returning. From West Seattle Freeway westbound take Harbor Ave exit. Turn right onto Harbor Ave. Jack Block Park is on the right about 500 ft before Salty's at Alki. Entrance is between the red arches.
Saturday, October 19th

Vashon & Maury Islands Multi-sport Adventure

Join us for all or part of this weekend of cycling, camping, and kayaking. Contact the ride leader by 10/11 to arrange for SAG support, then just hop on the ferry with your bicycle! We'll be camping at Camp Fire USA's 400-acre Camp Sealth on Vashon - an opportunity not to be missed! We'll be taking the 9:00AM ferry.
Saturday, October 19th

Ride thru Seattle

Ride from Gas Works via Dexter and 2nd to the International District and Airport Way. Return via First Ave, the waterfront, Myrtle Edwards Trail, and Nickerson to Fremont. Photo at "Waiting for the Interurban", then lunch at the Still Life Café.
Saturday, October 19th

Where the Spirit Moves Me

Life's a mystery and so is the route on this ride. No planned food stops so bring enough to sustain you for 50+ miles.
Saturday, October 19th

Waterfront Tour

Take a waterfront tour from Golden Gardens to Alki via the Locks. Bakery stop in Alki before returning to start. From I-5 take the 85th Street exit and go west all the way to the dead end at the bluff; turn right and go downhill under the railroad tracks to the the park entrance; meet in the parking lot near the Teen Center and basketball court.
Saturday, October 19th

Dan & Don "Do the City"

An in-City loop ride with food stop enroute. Distance and pace may vary to suit group and weather conditions. Check with leaders if weather is questionable.
Saturday, October 19th

Another Leisurely Ride

Ride to Redhook Brewery for lunch.
Sunday, October 20th

Blue Ridge & Back

Early ride leaves more day for activities. Neighborhood with hills and scenic views of Olympics from Blue Ridge to Ballard Locks. Optional Loop through Discovery Park/Magnolia; end at Great Harvest Bakery. No services.
Sunday, October 20th

Seward Park to University Village

An easy in-City ride with lunch at University Village. Seward Park is at Lake Washington Blvd S. and S. Juneau St. Meet at the picnic shelter, which is southeast of the park entrance.
Sunday, October 20th

Strolling Along the Slough

Take a relaxing ride along the Burke-Gilman/Sammamish River Trails from Tracy Owens to downtown Redmond and back. We'll stop for treats in Redmond. TOS is located at 61st Ave NE & 175th in Kenmore at the north end of Lake Washington.
Sunday, October 20th

Saints & Sinners

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.
Monday, October 21st

MUMPS: Head Up North

See MUMPS: Head Up North, 10/07.
Tuesday, October 22nd

TREATS: South Seattle Tour

Ride from Gas Works to Renton and stop for lunch at Coulon Park (bring or buy). Return via Fort Dent along the Duwamish River and the Seattle waterfront.
Tuesday, October 22nd

Cycle Tuesdays

See Cycle Tuesdays, 10/1.
Tuesday, October 22nd

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 10/1.
Tuesday, October 22nd

Eastside Tour

See Eastside Tour, 10/01.
Wednesday, October 23rd

Sara's Southend Saunter/Renton to Black Diamond

We will ride the Soos Creek Trail on our way to lunch in Black Diamond at 31 miles. Return will take us to Squwak Mountain. From Renton, go south on Hwy 169. Turn left on 149th Ave, then left into Ron Regis Park.
Wednesday, October 23rd

Alki Wednesday Night Series

See Alki Wednesday Night Series, 10/2.
Thursday, October 24th

More "Cycle Tuesdays"

See More "Cycle Tuesdays," 10/3.
Thursday, October 24th

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 10/1.
Friday, October 25th

FRUMPS: Do The Sixth Annual Search for the Great Pumpkin

Please join us on our search for the perfect pumpkin. Eat lunch at Remlinger Farms very near the end of the ride. Take I-90, Exit 22 Preston-Fall City, cross the Snoqualmie River Bridge. Stay on Hwy 203 to Carnation, cross the Tolt River Bridge, turn left into Tolt MacDonald Park (31020 NE 40th St).
Saturday, October 26th

Hills & Trails

Try out the commuter bike trail on the north side of SR-520 between Kirkland/Bellevue and Redmond. Several hills and some traffic are necessary before the trail begins. THIS IS NOT A FLAT RIDE! Lunch in Redmond before an easy return to the start.
Saturday, October 26th

Le Tour de Morte

Our 10th annual ever-so-popular pre-Halloween ride, touring 13 cemeteries and other suitable sites. All friendly ghosts, goblins, witches and warlocks are welcome. Costumes are encouraged, but you must be able to ride in them. This is an extremely popular ride-be ready to ride with 50 or more of the scariest and most fun friends. Also, be ready for a few hills--ghosts love their views. Lunch afterward at a ghoulishly good Chinese restaurant. If rain cancels, we'll reschedule for next Saturday, Nov. 2.
Sunday, October 27th

Peninsula Metric Century

Plan on catching the 9:30 ferry to Southworth. We will take a scenic ride along the water's edge to Port Orchard, then head south and inland to Gig Harbor for lunch. The ferry schedule may have changed after this ride was submitted, so check the web page for updates or call the ride leader. Lunch will not be until 40 miles into the ride so consider bringing energy food.
Sunday, October 27th

Renton/Maple Valley

Take Exit #4 from I-405. Go south on S-R 169 for 3 miles. Left at signal on 149th Ave SE and left into Park. Lunch stop.
Sunday, October 27th

Resurrection Sundays Presents Pedalling for Posthumous Pastures

Welcome once again to another edition of cemetery exploration. As we near the night when ghosts and goblins appear to spook us all into giving them treats (scary, isn't it), we'll embark on a journey to once again locate the grave of Baby Monster. (I'm not kidding; just ask someone who rode last year). This year's route will be different than last year's. Take the Rainier Ave/Renton exit from I-405 at the interchange for SR-167, and head north into Renton on Rainier Ave. Move into the right lane after crossing Grady Way, and turn right onto SW 7th St. Continue straight on 7th to Burnett (or follow the detour if construction is still underway). Turn left onto Burnett and follow it around the park. Parking is on the north side of Burnett Linear Park.
Monday, October 28th

MUMPS: Head Up North

See MUMPS: Head Up North, 10/07.
Tuesday, October 29th

TREATS: Seattle Parks Passage

From Gas Works Park ride past Montlake, Frink, Jefferson, Genesee, Seward and Leschi Parks to lunch. The fun doesn't stop yet, however, as our return will take us past Madrona, Madison and Washington (The Arboretum) Parks.
Tuesday, October 29th

Cycle Tuesdays

See Cycle Tuesdays, 10/1.
Tuesday, October 29th

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 10/1.
Tuesday, October 29th

Eastside Tour

See Eastside Tour, 10/1.
Wednesday, October 30th

Zip Zip

A hilly jaunt around the City. We stop for views. Headlights required.
Wednesday, October 30th

Alki Wednesday Night Series

See Alki Wednesday Night Series, 10/2.
Thursday, October 31st

More "Cycle Tuesdays"

See More "Cycle Tuesdays," 10/3.
Thursday, October 31st

STP Training Series Rain or Shine Northend Edition

See STP Training Series Rain or Shine, 10/1.
Thursday, October 31st

Fifth Annual Halloween Treats Ride

Our annual Halloween evening ride. Dress in costume (be sure you can ride in it!) and bring LOTS of individually-wrapped candy to hand out to neighborhood Trick-or-Treaters. The kids (and their parents) love to see a costumed group of riders giving out candy. We'll find someplace warm for food after the ride. Lights required. Bike decorations optional. We leave promptly at 7:00PM.