Thursday Recovery Ride

Dallas, Texas

Type

Road

Mountain Bike

Cyclocross

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

Distance

28 - 30

miles

Average Speed

19 - 18

mph

Terrain

Flat to rolling

Date

Thursday, 16 Jan, 2025Weekly on Thursday

Time

6:30 PM

Description

When:
Thursday, Jul 21, 2016, 6:30 PM
Where:
Forest Lane and Central Expressway Office Depot parking lot, SW corner of Forest and Central
11615 North Central Expressway
Dallas, TX  75234

Category:
GDB Thursday Night Ride
Registration is Not Required

LIGHTS REQUIRED!

Level: 2-3
Distance: 28-30
Pace 14-18 mph flats, Avg. 13-15 mph
Hills: Gentle
Breaks: maybe 1
Drops: None intended
Leader: Group ride
Maps provided: No

This ride offers a taste of urban cycling with a unique loop. We swing by the Bush Library via the SMU campus, Swiss Avenue mansions, and sweep through Deep Ellum on our way into the heart of downtown Dallas.

If you are looking for a ride to video, this is the one you have been waiting for.

Road bikes, hybrids, and mountain bikes all work on this ride as the pace is generally a recovery from Tuesday and a warm-up for Saturday.

Please park in front of the Asian Mint Restaurant close to Forest Lane so we do not interfere with business. We return at approximately 9:15pm and often grab a bite to eat afterwards.

LIGHTS REQUIRED!!


Ride Leader:

Melinda Evans

903-752-3616

melindahoney21@gmail.com

Sponsored By

Organization

Greater Dallas Bicyclists (GDB)

The Greater Dallas Bicyclists (GDB) was founded in 1973 by a few bicycling enthusiasts who wanted to get together for some recreational rides on weekends. Interest has grown so that ... moretoday it's a 408-member organization that is active in most aspects of bicycling.

To promote bicycling as a lifetime activity that encourages good health, wellness, friendship, skill and personal accomplishment

To work together as a club to have a greater impact on bicycle safety and the community we live in

To provide education to enable bicyclists and motorists to share the road safely

Group Rides: