July 2010 Ride Schedule

EASY (E) Ride Length: 1 hour Terrain: few hills 3% grade Speed: ~8-12mph on flats
MODERATE (M) Ride Length: 2-4 hrs Terrain: maybe hills 8% grade Speed: ~15mph/flats
DIFFICULT (D) Ride Length: 3-4 hrs Terrain: likely hills 12% grade Speed: ~18+mph/flats
More detailed descriptions at bottom of page. All club members and women guests may join us on any of the rides. Please choose a ride that matches your skill and fitness level.

Saturday July 31st, 2010

The (E) Ride (map) ~10mi

Cupcakes ala Jette - YUM!

The E Ride is for women who would like an easy, safe and very enjoyable group ride. This is a perfect ride for those just getting back into cycling or are new to this wonderful sport. More experienced riders who have time constraints or just feel like a nice, social ride also like the E Ride. There will be a ride leader on the E ride.
Meet: The “Triangle” at the Shell station on N 14 across from the turn off to Sandia Crest Ski Area. If you need further directions, check the map (above) or call Margie.
Time: Arrive at 6:15 ready to ride at 6:30am
Ride: We’ll ride east on the new bike trail on Frost Road and (if we have time) head south on Vallecitos to explore some mighty fine country living.
RSVP: To Margie (please by 6pm Friday and earlier in the week is better) if you plan to ride. We’ll send the rider list by email on Friday evening to all riders who RSVPeeeed. If you’ve missed the 6pm deadline, call Margie (number below). If we don’t have enough E riders we’ll cancel the ride. Bring a friend! Call five-zero-five-two two zero-two two two zero.
Guests: Want to learn more about WRW? We’d love to have you join us for a ride. Guests must RSVP to Margie by phone. Call five-zero-five-two two zero-two two two zero.

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The (M) Ride (map) (cue) 15mi, 31mi or 43mi

M Ride refueling at UNM

The M Ride is a bit more strenuous than the E ride. There may be some good hills on the route and will be 2-4 hours of riding time. There is no official ride leader, but there are usually several experienced riders. Bring a cue sheet so you can follow the route if we spread out. Check your tires and brakes before this ride. Bring a jacket for the descent. It’s cold on the crest.
Meet: The “Triangle” at the Shell station on N 14 across from the turn off to Sandia Crest Ski Area. If you need further directions, check the map (above) or call Margie.
Time: Arrive at 7:15 ready to ride 7:30am
Ride: We’re going to warm up on Frost Rd, taking an extra little loop before heading back and starting our climb. Ride the warm-up 15 mile route for a lovely jaunt, continue up to the ski area for a 31 mile ride and 2550 feet of climbing, or summit the crest for a 43 mile ride with a 4500 foot climb (total for the ride).
You’ve been asking for this…. and you can do it!
RSVP: To Margie (please by 6pm Friday and earlier in the week is better) if you plan to ride. We’ll send the rider list by email on Friday evening to all riders who RSVPeeeed. (You can still ride Saturday if you miss the 6pm request but you won’t be alerted if there are any changes with the ride, and this does happen occasionally.)
Guests: Want to learn more about WRW? We’d love to have you join us for a ride. Guests must RSVP to Margie by phone. Call five-zero-five-two two zero-two two two zero.

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The (D) Ride

Iron Maiden's class at La Cueva

This ride is for our more experienced riders who want to ride their own, faster pace for 3+ hours. There may be steep hills on The D Ride and more advanced cycling skills might be needed.
Meet: The “Triangle” at the Shell station on N 14 across from the turn off to Sandia Crest Ski Area.
Time: Arrive at 7:15 ready to ride 7:30am
Ride: The D riders will decide where they are riding when they meet up.
RSVP: To Margie (please by 6pm Friday and earlier in the week is better) if you plan to ride. We’ll send the rider list by email on Friday evening to all riders who RSVPeeeed. (You can still ride Saturday if you miss the 6pm request but you won’t be alerted if there are any changes with the ride, and this does happen occasionally.)
Guests: Want to learn more about WRW? We’d love to have you join us for a ride. Guests must RSVP to Margie by phone. Call five-zero-five-two two zero-two two two zero.

RIDE WAIVER

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ROAD ID
We highly recommend that everyone in our club and classes purchase a Road ID to wear whenever you ride. These IDs will allow your loved ones to be quickly contacted in case of emergency and will provide easy access to important medical information.

Women Riding Well is now an associate for RoadID. Click on the RoadID logo to place your order and our club will receive a small commission that will be used for our club activities!

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Ride Descriptions

The E Ride- This ride is perfect for our new riders, those taking the Biking Basics class and for all other WRW members wanting an easier, shorter ride. Not a member? Try out our club! Guest riders always welcome. The E Ride is relatively flat but may have minor hills and will last about an hour. The routes will be on bike trails and on roads with good bike lanes and slower traffic. This is a “no rider left behind” ride meaning that if someone flats or needs to stop, we will stop as a group. The group will stay together throughout the ride, although we may string out and be out of visual contact occasionally. Please study the map and bring a cue sheet on the ride. If you have not ridden in a while, please practice on your own until you feel stable and familiar with your bike before joining this group ride. Also make sure your bike is in good riding condition.

The M Ride- When the E ride gets a little too E, you might be ready for The M Ride! Great for all moderate club riders, guests and Cycling Dreams students, this ride will be 2+ hours and could have some moderate hills. The routes will include bike trails, bike lanes and bike-friendly access roads. This is a “no rider left alone” ride, so if someone flats, at least one other rider will be expected to stay back and help. This ride is for women with some riding experience. You should be able to ride longer distances and feel confident on your bike before joining this ride. Riders are expected to have reviewed the map and bring a cue sheet on the ride. If you have any question about whether this ride is good for you, check with Margie.

The D Ride- For our experienced and faster riders, The D Ride will get your blood flowing and your heart pumping. These rides are open to members and guests who have the fitness and skills and for Team WRW. This ride may include steep hills and roads requiring more advanced bike handling skills. The rides will last 3+ hours and be a faster paced. Each week we will set a meeting time and place and the riders will decide on a route. This is a “no rider left alone” ride, so if someone flats, at least one other rider will be expected to stay back and help. If you have any questions about whether you can keep up, check with Cliff.