Hamilton Pool-Johnson City-Pedernales Loop---(CCW)

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.
Intermediate, Advanced
Expected Turnout
Under 15 riders
Distance
58 - 59
 miles
Average Speed
15 - 17
 mph
Terrain
Hilly
Date
Thursday, 8 Mar, 2018
Time
9:00 AM
Tom V
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Description
Sorry for the late posting-----Let's do this "NEW HIP" ride!!  I will be walking 1 low water crossing!!
This is a much better weekday route; due to the very heavy weekend traffic on Hamilton Pool Road.

A Pedernales Pedal (counter clockwise) version, from a different/new starting location (see below)!!  
 
Hilly, but a very scenic/pretty route, with only a few turns---very different for me!!  We'll ride west past Hamilton Pool, crossing the Pedernales River into Cypriss Mill and on west, before turning south on Texas 281 into Johnson City.  We'll go east out of Johnson City on Robinson Road winding our way past the Pedernales Park entrance on our meandering ride back to Ranch Road 12, before turning north back to our starting location----only 7 lines on the Q-sheet!!  Just under 3100 ft. of climbing (per RidewithGPS).  We'll have a STORE STOP, in Johnson City, at 33 miles.

NOTE I:  Please arrive, and be ready to ride 58-60 miles, in time for a 8:50 AM riders meeting so we can roll promptly at 9:00 AM.

NOTE II: Helmets are required on all Bike Austin rides.

NOTE III: I do not have maps of this route, but Q-sheets will be provided.  An version is listed below, from RIDEwithGPS, for electronic downloading.

STARTING LOCATION:   The Texaco Station/Convenience Store at the corner of Hamilton Pool Rd. & Ranch Road 12.  Please park at the far west end of the little strip mall---Do NOT block the store entrance or gas pumps.  Please see the starting location map below.

If you are not familiar with our ride catagories; please see the following 2 sights to insure you are matched for this ride:

http://www.austincycling.org/self_paced_and_hosted

http://www.austincycling.org/hosted_ride_descriptors

Coffee/Lunch---post ride---for those interested.

Be sure to check this post on ride day to confirm status.

Tom Via 512-913-4920
 
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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.

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Bicycling should be safe and accessible.
Bicycling positively transforms our community.
Bicycling benefits all people, whether they bicycle or not.
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Respect each other and enjoy the activities we do together.
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Route
Hamilton Pool-Johnson City-Pedernales Loop---(CCW)
Description
A scenic Hill Country ride crossing the Pedernales River going west, before turning south on Texas 281 into Johnson City, then heading east back to Ranch Road 12, and then north to the Hamilton Pool Rd. starting location.
 
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