TREATS: Va Va Va ... Vashon!

There’s no better way to wrap up spring and anticipate summer than taking a spin on the semi-rural roads of Vashon Island.  Our ride follows a classic route laid out by the Seattle Bicycle Touring Club, proceeding down the west side of the island to the hamlet of Burton, taking a lollypop tour of Jensen Point, then cruising along the water on the east side of the island before heading north via the mid-island road through Vashon Center and thence to the ferry dock.  Bring a sandwich or snack for a light lunch stop at Jensen Point County Park.  A coffee stop at Vashon Island Banking Company in Vashon Center, where the hills will be behind us, is also planned. 

We will depart on the 9:30 ferry to Vashon from Fauntleroy.  Parking is available in the north parking lot for Lincoln Park, which is a quarter of a mile from the ferry dock (note:  parking in the south parking lot is limited to four hours), or put your bike on the King County Metro Rapid Ride C bus, which stops at the ferry dock.  (The ride leader will be at the dock, not in the parking lot.)  Plan to arrive at the dock a half hour early, as we will do introductions and the safety briefing before sailing.  Bring what you need to address your own mechanical issues, as well as money for the ferry fare and optional coffee purchase.  Restrooms are available on the ferry and at the Jensen Point Park, approximately half way through the route.

This Is a hilly ride, and we will regroup as necessary at the tops of hills.  The pace is “steady,” which means riders should be comfortable with riding 12-14 mph on a flat road without headwind. 

If cancellation is necessary, ride leader will post a notice in the comments section two hours prior to the start.