March 2010 Ride Schedule

EASY (E) Ride Length: ~2 hrs Terrain: few hills 3% grade Speed: 10-12mph on flats
MODERATE (M) Ride Length: 2-3 hrs Terrain: maybe hills 6% grade Speed: ~15mph on flats
DIFFICULT (D) Ride Length: 3-4 hrs Terrain: likely hills 12% grade Speed: 18mph on 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.

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Saturday March 13th, 2010

The (E) Ride ~20 miles

Old Church in Corrales

The E Ride is for women who would like a 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.

Meet: Simpatico Cycling Studio-7103 4th St 87107
Time: Arrive at 10:45, ready to ride at 11:00am
Ride: This week we invite our new Biking Basics students to join us on a beautiful, flat ride through the North Valley to the Old Church in Corrales. We’ll explore some new routes on the east side of Corrales Rd too!
Of course, class graduates are always welcome, as are club members and guests. This ride will be gentle, social and scenic with a ride leader and a sweep. Please join us! Wear layers and bring extra clothing in your car. If you have any questions, call Margie 220-2220.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Margie (ideally by 6pm Friday) if you plan to ride. We’ll send the rider list by email on Friday evening to all riders who RSVPeeeed.

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The (M) Ride (map) (cue) ~37mi

Algodones

The M Ride is a bit more strenuous than the E ride. There may be some respectable hills on the route and will be 2-3 hours of riding time. This is a good ride for our Cycling Dreams students, club members and guests. Ride at a moderate pace in zone 2 even while ascending the hills. 

Meet: 4th St new offices just north of El Pinto Restaurant
NEW Time: Arrive at 9:45, ready to ride at 10:00am
Ride: Hill climbing practice is in full swing, so the ride out to Algodones, then over to the Placitas hills is a perfect ride for this week!
There is no ride leader and this is not a no-rider-left-behind ride, so please study the map and bring a cue sheet.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Margie if you plan to ride (please by 6pm Friday?) 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.)
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The (D) Ride

Paseo Trail

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: 4th St new offices just north of El Pinto Restaurant
NEW Time: 10:00am ready to ride
Ride: March is the beginning of hill practice. Decide on your route when you gather. For Team members this is a 3 to 4 hour Zone 2 ride. For guests and non-class members, this is a D level ride (see description) with few stops and a faster pace.
There is no ride leader and this is not a no-rider-left-behind ride. If you have any question whether or not this is the ride for you, contact Cliff.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Margie if you plan to ride (by 6pm Friday?). We’ll send the rider list by email on Friday evening to all riders who RSVPeeeed.

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Simpatico Spin-In March 13th, 2010

Spinning at Simpatico!

Barbara Clark is holding a free, open spin on most Saturday mornings at Simpatico Cycling Studio (7103 4th St 87107). There will be music, a perfect spinning temperature and some other ladies just like you! Want to try WRW indoors? Guests are welcome! Space is limited and is first RSVPed, first served.
Time: Arrive at 10:45am ready to spin at 11:00am
Bring: Your bike, your trainer, water, your heart monitor, cycling shoes, and wear padded shorts.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Barbara by 6:00pm Friday if you plan to spin. If your plans change, please let Barbara know at (505)239-3395

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Sunday Co-Ed Buddy Ride - March 14th, 2010

Meet: Flying Star on Wyoming and Paseo
Time: 11:45 ready to ride at noon
Ride: We will decide where we will ride as a group when we meet on Sunday. Think about it and have an idea to contribute! This is not a no rider left behind ride. It is meant to encourage independence in cycling. Bring a buddy (male or female, member or not) if you want to be sure to not ride alone.
Ride Waivers: Members, please print some WRW Ride Waivers and have all non-members sign since they can’t ride unless they have signed a waiver. Non-members, to be safe, print out a WRW Ride Waiver, sign it and bring it on the ride. Members, you are responsible for your buddy. Please turn the waiver(s) in to Margie or Cliff.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Margie if you plan to ride (by 6pm Saturday?). If you then need to cancel, please let Margie know so we don’t wait for you. We’ll send the rider list by email on Saturday evening to all riders who RSVPeeeed.

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Ride Descriptions • Ride Descriptions • Ride Descriptions • 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 under 2 hours. 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 and attend our open Saturday spin at Simpatico 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.