Free Group Ride

Black Diamond - Green River Valley Loop

Ride Details
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Date & Time*
*Ride end time is the leader's best estimate for completion. Actual end time may vary. Please plan accordingly.
Location(s)

Ride Contact

Alan Lawrence
alan@seattlephoto.net
(425) 891-7079

Event has already happened.

This is easily one of the most beautiful rides in the area and one of the most popular.  

We start at Old Renton City Hall.  We'll head up the Cedar River Trail over to the Black Diamond Bakery for coffee and baked goods.  We'll return by riding on Green Valley Road through beautiful horse country until we get to the Interurban Trail to take us back to Renton.  This ride is mostly flat and always beautiful.  A really fun ride!  Ride leader mentoring available.  Fenders appreciated if wet weather is indicated.

Note: The start is Old Renton City Hall, NOT Ron Regis as indicated on the Ride With GPS map.  

I will not be at the ride start should conditions be as noted in “Weather Cancels” above. I will announce the cancellation in the comments section below at least 2 hours prior to the ride start and will monitor my phone and/or email listed in the Contact information. If you have questions about the weather, please call (or email) before you leave for the ride.

What to Know Before You Go

  • Advance registration required. Cancel if unable to attend, to open space for others.
  • Must be present at safety briefing to participate.
  • Helmets required.
Distance
52 mi.
Elevation Gain
1,350 ft.
Pace
Brisk: [16-18mph]

What Pace Means

Pace classification indicates the intended range of speeds on level ground without breaks. This means downhill sections of the ride may be faster, and uphill sections slower.

Note: For rides with a “hilly” terrain classification, consider choosing a pace one step down from your usual comfort level.
Terrain
Mostly Flat

What Terrain Means

Terrain indicates the most common or average terrain type of the ride and should be considered relative to the length and overall difficulty of the ride. For example, a long-distance ride with a lot of elevation gain will be overall less challenging than a short ride with equal elevation gain. Consider the pace and frequency of regroup as well to understand how advanced a ride may be.

  • Mostly flat: Trails and/or mostly flat roads with a possible gentle uphill
  • Rolling: Climbs are short and easy, not too numerous
  • Some hills: A few short, steep hills, some moderate upgrades and/or longer gentle climbs
  • Hilly: Consistent or continuous climbing
  • Off-road: Significant unpaved sections
Interests
Social
Recreational
Weather Status
Steady rain cancels
Regroup
Frequent
Location

Old Renton City Hall
200 Mill Ave
Renton, WA 98059
United States

Regions
Renton
Ride Leader(s)
Alan Lawrence
Links
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