Since we went South last week and some of us completed the entire ride, I decided that we should go north this Sunday. The route is new but ventures through familiar territory. We will warm up on Panorama then head over to Centennial and Holland Park. From there we head over to Popes Bluff & Valley, then over to Rockrimmon, then cutting through War Eagle to Allegheny for the climb up Oak Valley Dr. We will eventually find our way to Woodmen, then up and around to Allegheny, then up the steeper south side of Flying W. We will finish by charging down 30th St to Water St to Westmoor Park.
Approximate total distance: 26.5 miles.
Approximate total elevation gain: 2691 ft.
Approximate duration: 2.5 - 3.0 hours.
Map and Cue sheet: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/16311984
Ride Category: Blue/Black or Black (Depends on riders, Click for details)
The Sunday Hill Climb Ride is a no drop ride with an emphasis on improving climbing skills and stamina. All abilities are invited to join. The ride will re-group at the top of climbs. So, if you are the first up, you have the option to roll back down and repeat the climb as many times as you like until everyone is up. Distance usually ranges from 15 to 20 miles. The ride usually lasts 2-3 hours, giving riders the opportunity to join the Sunday Social Ride as well.
Please note the Sunday Hill Climb Ride is starting from: Westmoor Neighborhood Park, 3315 Water St. (Chambers Dr. and Water St.)
And note NEW START TIMES: Winter (Oct -May) starting time, 10 am. Summer (June-August) starting time, 9am.
Leader: Michael Mannebach