Peddler heads south to Akins

Type

Road

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

Expected Turnout

Under 15 riders

Distance

36 - 39

miles

Average Speed

13 - 15

mph

Terrain

Hilly

Date

Sunday, 3 Mar, 2019

Time

9:00 AM

Joel M

Response rate:

66%

Response time:

3 hours

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Status:

Ride is on, darn it.

Description

Join us for an in town ride that goes south from the Peddler to Akins High School and returns. Mostly urban riding on secondary streets, but some riding on busy streets and a few hills.

Average speed will be 13-14, but there will be some stretches of sustained 15-20. This is a no drop ride and we will regroup at hilltops and turns as necessary.

Riders should bring helmet, water, spare tubes, and emergency id. Please leave headphones, earbuds, and loudspeakers at home.

Parking is available north of 51st on Duval and on side streets close to Duval. Please don't park in the alley behind Peddler and Flight Path.

We will have refreshments and conversation at Flight Path or Home Slice after the ride.

Sponsored By

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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