Ride Description:
We're going to dial down the intensity and enjoy a nice tempo ride to burn off the Thanksgiving calories. Plus, we will enjoy a lovely cup of coffee with new and old friends.
We will travel clockwise on The Loop from St. Phillips Plaza, mostly on dedicated bike paths. We will enjoy views of four mountain ranges as well as the Tucson skyline along the way. We will initially travel southeast towards the Pantano and Julian Washes. At the top of Rita Rd we ill begin a long gradual downhill towards the Santa Cruz River.
We'll make a stop for coffee at Decibel Coffee Works at the 39 mile mark.
Continuing north on the Santa Cruz (usually a tailwind), we will take a right hand turn onto the Rillito Wash and head beck to Saint Phillips Plaza.
This ride will accommodate C+ and B- riders by regrouping every 10 miles.
Route: Please be responsible for your own navigation. There are about 25 turns on the route. Bridge Crossing are: Craycorft, Sabino Canyon, 29th Street, Sunset, La Cholla.
Clockwise Loop from St. Phillips(https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42801140)
Notes:
Start Time: Arrive by 8:45 AM for sign-in. Wheels rolling by 9:00 AM.
Final rolling average: 16 mph C+ riders, 17 mph B riders.
Terrain: Relatively flat bike paths.
Total Elevation Gain: 960 ft.
Traffic: Special attention required along Ajo, the VA Center, and 12th Sr.
Ride Type: Social/ Re-group. Not supported.
Parking: Ample parking at Saint Phillips Plaza at the intersection of Campbell and River.
Participation Notes:
Your GABA membership should be current. If not, please consider joining at http://www.bikegaba.org. Please obey traffic laws and represent GABA well. Bring food & fluids for 3 hours. Front and back flashing lights are encouraged. Helmets must be worn at all times while riding.
Ride Coordinator: Dave McElwaine 781-367-8643
Ride Codes:
• B- 16-18 mph
• C+ 14-16 mph
Terrain Codes:
• 1 Flat
• 2 Minor Hills
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Ren Coffeehouse, 4300 N Campbell Ave #24, Tucson, us
