Social South Lake Loop with Sightseeing

This is a short and easy social ride from Mercer Island to Top Pot Doughnuts at The Landing in Renton for coffee and a pastry. Along the way we will have a photo op at the VMAC, then travel around the south end of the Lake to Seward Park, up Lake Washington Blvd (closed to cars) to the Mt Baker east portal scenic overlook for a photo. We will return by crossing the I-90 floating bridge back to Mercer Island. After the ride, there will be an optional lunch gathering.

Note: There are no restrooms at the start. Please plan accordingly.

Rest Stops: Restrooms at miles 9.7 (Top Pot Doghnuts), 17 (Seward Park).

Please register for the ride using the red "Register Now" button at the top of this page. Registration is not mandatory but it allows us to print the rider list beforehand and helps us save time at the ride start.  On-line registration closes two hours prior to ride time, and if you decide to ride after that we will have a waiver sheet for you to sign manually.   

If you are a new rider, we are very happy to have you with us.  Please read the New Rider link above, and keep in mind that a helmet is required for all Cascade rides.  Also, riders should be able to sustain the pace, carry nutrition/water, and have the know-how and equipment to fix a flat tire.  Everyone should carry a phone to call for assistance if needed. We will regroup frequently, especially after climbs and at major intersections. 

Arrive at least 20 minutes early so that you can get yourself ready, sign the waiver, and listen to the S.M.A.R.T. briefing. This allows us to have an on-time departure.

A route map and cue sheet are on the Ride With GPS link, below. The ride leader will have limited extra copies.

Cancellation Policy: If needed, a weather cancellation will be posted two hours prior to the ride start time in the Comments section below, and the ride leader will not be at the start. Please check here before leaving for the ride. 

Post-Ride Meal Location: The Islander, 2441 76th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040. Phone 206-232-6676. Web: http://www.the-islander.com/