West Austin Hills

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, Advanced

Expected Turnout

Under 15 riders

Distance

50 - 50

miles

Average Speed

14 - 16

mph

Terrain

Very hilly

Date

Saturday, 7 Oct, 2017

Time

7:45 AM

Brent H

Response rate:

100%

Response time:

2 hours

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Description

Some serious West Austin hills. Meet at Great Hills Starbucks and be ready to roll by 7:45 am sharp.

We'll ride down 360 and do Hillbilly Lane. Back to Westlake Dr. and on to Toro Canyon. We'll scale The High Road and then Terrace Mountain. Out Bee Cave Road to Marly Way, Cuernavaca and River Hills. These are long and serious climbs in the 10-20% range. At least the scenery is fantastic, from Lake Austin to the hills along 360. After the suffering, it's a fairly routine cruise out Bee Cave Road and back then up 360 to Starbucks. We'll plan two stops, as needed, at Chevron on Bee Cave (mile 20) and Shell on Bee Cave (mile 37).

This is a VERY tough ride with total distance of 50 miles and elevation gain in the 4,000 ft range. Please come prepared for a tough day in the saddle. All of the major roads have wide shoulders and good pavement, but there will be traffic whizzing by at highway speeds. The average pace will be in the 14-16 mph range.

Coffee at Starbucks afterwards for those interested.

Be sure to check this post on ride day to confirm status.
Helmets are required on all Bike Austin rides.

Ride Host: Brent Heidebrecht, 512-658-2586
Ride Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/11519938
(Note the ride map shows start from my house...actual start/finish at Great Hills Starbucks)

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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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