ArtRides TEMPO Central Route - Scout A Route D Ride

Type

Road, Social, No Drop

Level

Novice
Rides suitable for cyclists who are new to the sport (or who have not been on a bike for some years), family-friendly rides or any riders that feel a need for some mentoring. Note: please note that minors under the age of 16 cannot participate in rides unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. Families with children should, in any event, confirm with the ride leader ahead of time that the ride will be suitable for their needs.

Intermediate
Targeted towards riders who have a few years in the saddle, who have developed some riding confidence and fitness and feel ready to move to the next level. Could attract more experienced riders who are looking for a relaxed or less aggressive ride.

Advanced
Limited to experienced riders with superior bike handling skills and who are comfortable with a fast pace (probably including single and/or double pace-line riding) and/or hilly terrain, and the possibility of heavily trafficked roads. Advanced rides are less likely to be "no-drop" unless identified as such.

Novice, Intermediate

Expected Turnout

15 - 50 riders

Distance

20 - 20

miles

Average Speed

12 - 14

mph

Terrain

Flat to rolling

Date

Saturday, 21 Oct, 2017

Time

9:00 AM

Eileen S

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Description

This 20 mile loop around Central Austin will be stopping to visit some of the TEMPO 2017 artworks from the Art in Public Places program. It is perfect for visitors that are looking to stretch their legs a little bit before a longer ride on Sunday. The route starts with a few neighborhood hills along Exposition before we make our first stop at Ramsey Park. Our travels will go through North Loop, Mueller, and East Austin with stops at Bartholomew Park, the Carver Library, the Mexican American Cultural Center plus a photo op at Forever Bicycles. The distance makes this an intermediate ride. We depart from Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop so stop by 30 minutes early if you'd like to join us for a coffee.

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Organization

Bike Austin ( BikeAustin.Org )

We envision Central Texas as a place where everyone recognizes and embraces the benefits of cycling, whether they ride or not, and where cycling is a common aspect of daily life for ... moreeveryone. Central Texas has a comprehensive bicycle network enabling people in the region to comfortably, safely and efficiently use a bike for transportation and recreation. Bicycling supports the community as a whole by: increasing roadway capacity and user mobility; strengthening the economy and household affordability; improving the environment; and promoting an active, healthy lifestyle.

Our Mission
Bike Austin improves quality of life for all of Austin and Central Texas by growing bicycling as a form of transportation, exercise, and recreation.

Guiding Principles
We believe that…

Bicycling should be safe and accessible.
Bicycling positively transforms our community.
Bicycling benefits all people, whether they bicycle or not.
Bicycling is an integral part of a multi-modal transportation system.

Through our work, we pledge to…

Respect each other and enjoy the activities we do together.
Partner and collaborate with public servants, government agencies, and members to accomplish our shared goals.
Strive to engage diverse populations, particularly across lines of gender, age, income, race, ethnicity, and capability.
Be conscious of social equity issues in transportation
Support all people who bicycle, whether new to bicycling or experienced.
Ensure tangible and measurable progress.
Be strategic with our political capital and challenge the status quo.

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