NOTE: 51st street at I-35 was closed today. It's supposed to re-open at 7a tomorrow, but after talking to TxDot today, they said it may just be the sidewalk. If you drive to the ride, have an alternate plan, or leave a little early. I will post at 7a if we plan to cancel due to rain, but I won't be canceling for the cold. Bundle up!
Also, there is a street closure Loyola at 183. We will avoid that with an updated route, which is attached.
We'll wind our way from the Peddler through east Austin past Manor to Bitting School Rd. and back to the store stop in Manor and then back into town on the Walnut Creek Hike and Bike Trail. Lots of country miles on this route. The average speed will be 13-14 mph (on your gps), but on flat straight-a-ways there may be some sustained stretches of 15-23 mph. This is a no drop ride and we will regroup at turns and hilltops as necessary.
Parking is available north of 51st on Duval and on side streets around the Peddler. Please don't park in the alley behind the Peddler and The Flight Path Coffee House.
Riders should bring helmets, water, spare tube, and identification. Please leave headphones, speakers, and earbuds at home.
Helmets are required on all of my rides.
Please try to arrive 10 -15 minutes early for sign in and safety brief.
Post ride coffee and tacos at Flight Path.