indeAtlanta Group Road Rides
These rides are put on by various organizations and bike shops. Some rides do
not have a leader and are "pick up rides." Always check with the ride leader, if
there is one, for a ride map. Call the ride leader or shop to verify that the
ride is still going on. Unless specified, these are hard training rides geared
towards advanced riders and racers and those that have group riding experience.
Aerobars are not allowed on group rides. If you have them, do NOT ride in them
in the group. Expect to be dropped and be on your own if you cannot keep up with
the group. If you want a more relaxed ride or are a beginner, the
Southern Bicycle League hosts rides for all levels of cyclists. Cycling is a
dangerous sport. Southeastern Cycling, Trish Albert, and the sponsoring ride
groups are not responsible if you get lost or hurt on these rides. You ride at
your own risk and assume all responsibility for yourself and your equipment. All
ride times give are Daylight Savings Time unless noted. Many rides stop after
Daylight Savings Time ends. Check with the sponsoring organization for specifics
about any rides.
Sunday
- Hell of the North-Training/Strenuous. Leaves at 8 am from
Roswell Bikes in Roswell. Take
400 North to Exit 8, Mansell Rd. Turn left onto Mansell. Turn right onto
Alpharetta Hwy. Turn left onto Houze Rd. Roswell Bikes is on the right. The
terrain is hilly. This is a training ride, and maps are available at Roswell
Bikes. Routes from 27-100 miles. 2009
Map
- Martin's Landing/Roswell. 8 am. Leaves from the Martin's Landing Parking
Lot, just inside the main entrance off of Holcomb Bridge Rd. The ride is 50 -
60 miles through North Fulton and Forsyth counties at a moderate pace.
Regroups if it gets too strung out. Contact
Dan for more information.
- Brookstone Ride. 38 miles. Starts at 8:00 from the Publix at Stilesboro and Mars Hill Roads in Northwest Cobb County The route is marked
with white "Bs." Expect a 17+ mph pace with KOMs marked on Harmony Grove
Church Road (outbound) and the top of Lead Mountain (inbound). Sprints marked
on Hwy 293 at the Emerson City Limits sign and
the finishing sprint on Pitner Road. There is a short 17% grade on Overlook
Trail. *This ride may start at 8:00 during the summer. Check the
www.atlbike.org forums for the latest
information. Map.
- Free Flite. 6:00 pm. Pace varies.
Meet at
Blanket's Creek. Call 770-422-5237
to make sure the trail is open if it has recently rained.
- Aurora Ride. 8:00 am at Aurora Coffee in Virginia Highlands. 25-55 miles.
Moderate/Strenuous but waits at key turns. For more information, join the
Aurora Mailing List.
- Peachtree Bikes.
10:00 am. Training/Strenuous. Follows the Buckhead Bellyache route. *Leaving
at 9:30 and meeting up with the Airport ride for winter 2008.
- The Bicycle Doctor
Shop Ride, 9:00 am, Ride leaves from the parking lot of The Bicycle
Doctor. The ride is approximately 25-30 miles currently, with longer options
in the future. Pace will be 16-19mph average.
- Outback Bicycles, 9:00 am.
Training/Stenuous. 54 miles. Variation on the Airport Loop.
- Bicycles Unlimited Peachtree City
Training Ride-Easy/Moderate. Starts at 2:00 pm at Bicycles Unlimited in
Peachtree City. 25 to 45 miles. For more information, contact Holly or Mark at 770.486.9252.
- Beamers Cycling Ride, 3:30, Moderate. Leaves the Roswell First Baptist
Church Parking Lot year round. 20 miles, no drop, 16-18 mph.
http://groups.yahoo.com/groups/beamerscycling
Monday
- Atlanta Cycling Recovery Ride,
Recovery/Moderate. It leaves from the Atlanta Cycling Vinings Shop at 6:30. 20 miles.
Ride Map.
- The Bicycle Link Monday Night
Recovery ride leaves from the store on Miami Circle at 6:30. Some riders
join in at Jean's Body Tech.
Map.
- Cycleworks Recovery Ride,
Moderate, 6:30 pm, Duluth.
- Board N Bike Recovery Ride. 6:30 in
downtown Buford. Meet at the shop. This ride goes year round and lights are
required during the winter months. It is a no drop recovery ride, but the
route does have 2 reasonable climbs. Route ranges from 14 to 18+ miles.
-
Outspokin Wake Up Ride. 8:00. 17 miles, Leisurely pace
- King and Queen Ride. 6:30. Moderate/Strenuous, Meet at 7560 Chaparral
Dr.Sandy Springs . This route entails some of
the best climbs, descents, and flats that Dunwoody/Sandy Springs has to offer.
This is a 20 mile ride in and around Dunwoody, light traffic and only one
stop light along the route. There is 1400' or so of climbing, including the
final section up Ball Mill. There are two out and back sections along
Brandon Hall and Jett Ferry. Pace is Easy-Moderate (15-17) and depending on
who shows, we may split into two groups, but there will always be a no drop
group. Maps are provided, route is marked for the most part and beginners
are welcome as long as they are comfortable riding 20 miles. .Rob Weaver
404-933-5918 rob.weaver@videojet.com
17 mile
- Mondays: Burrito Ride Moderate Pace with advanced option pace. Meets at
Epic Bikes parking lot 1993 Jonesboro Rd, McDonough. 770-305-9590. Faster A
Pace (19-21 mph) leaves at 6pm. Loop of 28 miles. Terrain is rolling hills.
B Pace (16-18 mph) leaves at 6:00pm. B Group usually splits up into several
groups. Restroom/changing room available in
Epic Bikes.
- Smyrna Bicycles. 6:30, Moderate/Strenuous. KOM and Sprints. Regroups. 23
miles. Meets at Smyrna Bicycles.
- FCA Endurance Team. 6:00 pm. Meet at
Trek of McDonough. Training. Intense training and race simulation. Maps
provided. Group A - 21+ miles per hour. Group B 18-20 miles per hour. For
more information, email Mike.
- NGCA Recovery Ride. 6:30 pm. Meet at
Roswell Bicycles. 15-16 mph with several regroups, "no drop." Rolling
course, 21 miles.
Map.
Tuesday
- Sandy Springs Training Ride, Training/Strenuous. 6:30 If the Big Boy and
Girls are not at the crit, they are here. Meet at the old Atlanta Cycling
parking lot on Johnson Ferry Rd. across the street from Target.
- Marietta Training Crit-Training. Starts at 6:30 pm at the West Oak
Business Park in Marietta. From Downtown Atlanta, take I-75 North to first
Hwy. 5/Canton Hwy. exit. Turn right off of the exit. Turn right at the first
light onto Sandy Plains Rd. At the second light, turn right into the West Oak
Business Park. Look for the cyclists. This is a training race for racers and
strong riders only. Aerobars or similar bar extensions are not allowed, and
the yellow line rule is enforced. Ride is 60 minutes plus 5 laps. Daylight
Savings Time only.
- Bicycles Unlimited Coweta Ride-Moderate/Strenuous.
Starts at 6:30 pm at Newnan High School. Ride distances are 23-28 miles of
gently rolling roads. There is usually an A group and a B group For more
information, contact Holly at 770-486-9252.
- Bicycles Unlimited Peachtree City
Training Ride-Strenuous/Training. Starts at 6:30 at the Ampitheater in
Peachtree City on Kelly Rd. For more information, contact Holly or Mark at 770.486.9252.
- Bicycles Unlimited Peachtree City/Erin's
Fight. Easy/Moderate Starts at 6:30 at Bicycles Unlimited in
Peachtree City. For more information, contact Holly or Mark at 770.486.9252.
- Bicycle South Ride,
Moderate/Strenuous. Meets at Bicycle South at 6:30.
Map.
- Northlake Loop Rside. 6:30. Strenuous/Training. Meets in the parking lot
of Maharaja Indian restaurant on Lavista near Northlake mall. Ride is to Stone
Mountain, one loop around the park and then back to the parking lot. Same
pace/difficulty as the Thursday Pizza Ride.
- Perpetual
Motion Bicycles. 6:30. 15-35 miles. Varying abilities and paces. Park at
the store. Map.
- Aldo's Ride. 6:30. Strenuous/Training, Meet at
Aldo's Restaurant in Sandy
Springs. Ride lead by members of NGCA/Team ATLRoof.com.
Map.
- Addictive Cycles.
Brasleton. 6:30pm. 30-40 miles, this is a fast paced ride, starting around 18
mph average at the beginning of the season and ending around 23-24 MPH average
towards the end of the season, with lots of rolling hills. No sprint, no KOM.
- Atlanta Cycling-Ansley. 6:30. 17 miles around "in town." Aimed towards
beginner and intermediate cyclists.
- Canton Road Ride. 6:30 pm.
Strenuous. 17-35 miles. Meet at the Starbucks/Longhorn parking lot off of Riverstone
Parkway in Canton. The route is very hilly. Not beginner friendly.
Cue Sheet.
- Atlanta Cycling Women's Ride,
6:30 16 miles, Beginner/Easy, no drop (may wait at intersections). Ladies
only! Meet at the Atlanta Cycling Vinings Store.
- Free Flite Canton
Ride, 6:15, 21.5 miles of hilly terrain with some big climbs. Meets at
the Free Flite location on Riverstone Pky. in Canton.
- Cycleworks-Roswell, 6:30. Moderate/Training. 27 miles. Starts at the
Cycleworks store in Roswell, 1/2 mile east on Exit 7 off 400 across from
Martin’s Landing. It’s about 27 miles with 1800 feet of climb. The route
traces some of the Roswell City Hall ride, but backwards. Most of the
climbing comes early with some rollers followed by a relatively short steep
climb around the lake in Mountain Park. Then it picks up before the finish
with some nice flats along the river. Cue
Sheet
- Lifetime Bikes Ride, 6:00 pm, Moderate/Strenuous. Meet at church on
Tom Brewer Rd. in Loganville. All are welcome to change at the shop. A-
group: 20 plus average. This is a fast past ride with a KOM and two sprints.
Bring a map. This group does not regroup. B - group: 17 - 19 average. No
group leader. This group starts with the A-group. Some regrouping after
sprints and KOM's. C - group: 12- 15 pace.
Map
- Free Flite-East Cobb. 10:00 am. Beginner/Intermediate Women's Road
Ride. Meet at the East Cobb Free Flite Store. This will be a no drop ride.
You should be comfortable riding on the road. The ride will be 18-20 miles
and will rotate routes. The ride will go through the winter. Contact Chris
at the store at 770-977-9696.
- Atlanta Cycling Ansley
Beginner's Ride, 6:30, Beginner/Easy, 17 miles, Meet at Atlanta
Cycling, Ansley, 1860 Piedmont Ave. Call 404-873-8451 for more information.
- Jittery
Jane. 9:00 am. Women's Ride. Moderate, 16-18 mph, 25-35 miles, Meets at
Element Coffee, 12635 Crabapple Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004,
reneeritterling@gmail.com
- Pedal and Pig Out Ride. 5:00 pm. Meets at
Trek of Peachtree City.
Moderate/Training. Ride will leave promptly at 5pm. Intense training ride.
Cue sheets provided. After the ride group eats together at a local
restaurant.
- Alpha Bikes/Lifetime Fitness, A Group-6:20, B Group-6:00, C
Group-6:00. The C group is
no drop. Distances of 26-30 miles. Meets at Lifetime Fitness in
Alpharetta, 855 North Point Parkway.
Maps. Email
Bonnie for information.
- Tuesday Roswell Crit, 7:00 pm. The course is about 1.4 miles. 21 mph
average, beginner crit riders/racers welcome. The location is on Woodstock
Road just down the Kohl's parking lot. Park at the back of the Kohl's
parking lot back from Atlanta Bread Company Ride across the street at the
light go south (away from 92) on Woodstock take first right into
neighborhood (State Street). Once in the neighborhood take first left and
continue to make right turns (there are only two) in a circle. Format: Ride
40 minutes plus two laps.
- Dunwoody Cycling-Perimeter "See and Be Seen". 6:30. Moderate/Paced. 21
miles with 1300 feet climbing. Start at Mudcatz/Dunwoody Village (5510
Chamblee Dunwoody Rd, behind Hickory House). Ride in the Dunwoody/Perimeter
residential & commercial areas by riding after the rush hour and on some
bike lanes, too. Maintained PACE on flats is 17-19 MPH. Regroup at key
points. Dinner & Drinks at Mellow Mushroom across the street after the ride.
Route. Rob Weaver 404-933-5918
rob.weaver@videojet.com.
-
Westside Bike League. 6:00 pm. 34 miles with shorter options. Meet at
the Cambellton Methodist church parking lot at 3901 Church St., Fairburn,
across from Charlie's Store.
Wednesday
- Silver Lake Loop,
Moderate/Strenuous. Leaves from the Atlanta Cycling Vinings shop at 6:30.
Distances up to 25 miles. Moderate Group leaves at 6:15. Map.
Cue Sheet.
- Peachtree Battle Ride, Training/Strenuous. Leaves at 6:30 from E. Rivers
Elementary School across from the Peachtree Battle Shopping Center on
Peachtree St. during Daylight Savings Time. Terrain is hilly, and the pace is
greater than 20 mph. Distance is about 25 miles.
- Cart Path Ride, Easy/Moderate. Meet at
Bicycles Unlimited in Peachtree City. Not recommended for road
bikes. For more information, contact Mark or Holly at 770.486.9252.
- Mountain Bike Urban Assault leaves from the Brew Pub in Little 5 Points. 8
pm (?)
- Cycleworks "Race" Ride. 6:30
pm. Meet at the Duluth Cycleworks on Peachtree Industrial Blvd. The ride is 34
miles over rolling terrain with several sprints.
Map.
- Reality Bikes "Calzone Ride" Meet at
Reality Bikes in Cumming. Beginner riders/C Group leave at 5:55 and Intermediate Riders/B
Group leave at 5:50,
the A pack leaves at 6. The marked course is 28.5 miles with two small climbs.
- Women's Only Ride. Leaves the parking lot behind Peachtree Bikes in
Buckhead at 6:30. Varying abilities, but you should be able to average about
15 mph in very hilly Buckhead terrain. They regroup at the top of some hills,
but this is not a beginner ride. Map.
- Bicycle Link Training Ride, 8 am. Route Varies. Call the shop for more
information at 404-233-4103.
- L5Flyers Grant
Park Loop. 6:30. Moderate/Strenuous. Weekly from April through October. 23
miles of in-town terror, er, fun. Moderate pace ride through some nice
in-town neighborhood roads. Starts and ends at Outback Bikes in Little 5
Points. Route is marked with yellow L's. Map
- Free Flite. Leaves the Marietta
shop at 8:00 am. Ride normally lasts an hour and twenty minutes and averages
about 17 mph. There is one attack zone. 770-422-5237.
- Atlanta Cycling Go West Ride. 6:30. Strenuous/Training. Meet at Atlanta
Cycling Ansley, 22 miles.
- Hickory Flat Ride. 6:30.
Moderate/Strenuous. 30-32 miles. There are a few climbs and a lot of rolling
hills. Ride leaves from the Publix at East Cherokee Dr. and GA Hwy. 140 in
Cherokee County. For more information, call Josh at Out Spokin' Bicycles at
(678) 483-0200 or by e-mail at josh@outspokinbikes.com. Cue Sheet.
- Cafe:ine Coffee/N2 Racing Ride,
6:30. 31 mile ride. Meet at Cafe:ine Coffee at 4050 Buford Dr. in Buford.
Map.
- Wednesday Morning Performance Women's Ride. 10:30. Meet at the
Performance Perimeter location. Led by employee Chris. Rides will be
approximately 90 minutes and no drop. No ride if it's below 40 degrees or
raining. Call Performance at 770-390-9761 for more information.
- Wednesdays: Moderate Ride Pace with advanced option pace. Meets at Epic
Bikes parking lot 1993 Jonesboro Rd, McDonough. 770-305-9590. Faster A Pace
(21-24 mph) leaves at 6pm. Loop of 28 miles. Optional Jordan Hill loop with
challenging climb. Terrain is rolling hills. B Pace( s16-18 mph) leaves at
6:00pm. B Group usually splits up into several groups. Restroom/changing
room available in Epic Bikes.
- FCA Endurance Team. 6:00 pm. Meet at
Trek of McDonough. Training. Intense training and race simulation. Maps
provided. Group A - 21+ miles per hour. Group B 18-20 miles per hour. For
more information, email Mike.
Thursday
- Pizza Ride-Moderate/Strenuous. Meets in Avondale at 6:30 pm during DST.
Ride to Stone Mountain and back. Varying paces and distances.
- Atlanta Cycling Buckhead Bellyache, Moderate/Strenuous. Meets at St. Phillips Cathedral on
Peachtree St. at 6:30 during Daylight Savings Time; slower (17-18 mph pace)
may leave at 6:15. Loops of up to 23.5 miles.
Terrain is hilly, and the ride usually splits up into several groups. The
church lets riders park in the parking lot. Please use the restrooms inside
the church to change or change before hand. No changing in the parking lot! The side doors are open. Be courteous to church
goers. Map
- Weekday World Cup.
Strenuous/Training The map is here.
- Newnan-Madras Thursday Ride: 6:30 pm Madras Middle School, Newnan, GA.
Approx. 40 min from ATL Airport. Strenuous, hilly training ride. Riding 45
miles at the height of daylight savings time. Includes 3 KOMs and 3 sprints.
The A Group is led by Cat 2/3 riders and does not stop.
A Cue Sheet. The B Group welcomes everyone but may be a "drop" ride.
B Cue Sheet. Cue Sheets (may not be accurate):
23 Miles,
35 Miles,
41 Miles,
46 Miles. sFacebook
Group.
- Bicycles Unlimited Novice Road Ride.
This is a no drop ride of 22-25 miles at a moderate pace with a no drop
policy. Starts at 6:00 at Bicycle Unlimited in Peachtree City.
- Addictive Cycles.
Brasleton. 7:00 pm. 20-25 miles. Average speed is around 16.5 or so-18.5 or
so, No Drop (not a beginner ride!) This is a fun ride, not a race, show up on
your road bike, grab a map, if you need one just in case, but we will do our
best not to allow anyone to get dropped.
- Roswell Ride. Roswell. 6:30 A, B,
and C Groups. Meet at Riverside Park for a 21 or 26 mile ride through
Roswell. Map. *Note: The start time may
change during April and Sept. Check with Bike Roswell for
the correct start time.
2008 Map,
2008 Cue Sheet
- Birmingham Ampersand Ride. 6:00. 12, 20, and 30 mile routes. Leaves from
the new Forsyth Family YMCA on Post Road in South Forsyth County. This rider
is beginner friendly and would make a good recovery ride from the Reality
Bikes Wednesday night ride. 2007 Map,
2007 Cue Sheet.
Email Ben Abney for details.
- Cartecay Bike Rides. Mountain bike rides for beginners and intermediate
riders. Meet at Cartecay Bike Shop between 5:00 and 6:00 PM. Travel to
different trail around Ellijay each week. Contact
Cartecay Bikes for more info.
- Georgia International Horse Park/Conyers. Moderate/Strenuous. 6:00.
Distances of 31-35 miles, routes vary. Moderate riders may regroup.
- 1st Thursday at Emory Village Join Tom Cross for a 7 or 12 mile ride
through Druid Hills on the 1st Thursday of every month at 5:30 PM. Meet at the
parking lot between CVS and Dave's Cosmic Subs. This will be a fun, safe and
social ride for beginners and experienced cyclists alike. We will climb a few
of the hills of Druid Hills. Cue sheets or maps will be provided; however, we
plan to try to stay together. Other than a brief excursion on the PATH in
Freedom Park, we will stay within historic Druid Hills on safe, low traffic
volume roads at all times. The short option is 7 miles and the long option is
12 miles. Both options will bring you back to Emory Village in time to enjoy
all the fun of 1st Thursday in Emory Village. Helmets are required. For more
information, please contact Tom Cross at 404-281-1764 or
tomcross@mindspring.com.
- Atlanta Cycling-Vinings "Beginners Ride" 6:30 pm, Beginner/Easy/Moderate
This is a slow paced, stay together ride of 16 miles on low traffic streets.
The emphasis will be on meeting others and on becoming more skillful and
comfortable while road riding. Store located 1/2 mile north of the Chatt.
River at 4335 Cobb Pkwy. Atlanta Cycling, Inc. 770-952-7731. For more
information, contact AtlantaCycling.com.
- Faster Mustache, 6:45 pm. Strenuous/Training. Leaves from The Gear
Revival on Marietta Street, 26.4 miles, lots of climbing, some regrouping.
Map.
- 'Retta Ramble. 6:30. Mountain Bike Urban Assault/Trails. 15+ miles.
Leaving Alpha Bikes. Mountain bikes
are required.
- Trail of Wheels. 6:00 pm.
Beginner/Intermediate. On the Silver Comet. 15-30 miles, No drop.
Friday
- Everyone needs a night off! Go have a beer (or soda)!
- Smyrna Bicycles, 6:00.
Moderate, 15-ish mph, 20-30 miles on the Silver Comet, all abilities
welcome. Leaves from Smyrna
Bicycles.
Saturday
- Beyond Six Flags,
Moderate/Strenuous. 40 and 53 mile options. This is a really fun ride with a good mix of flat,
rolling, and hilly terrain. It starts in Vinings at the Atlanta Cycling Store
at 9 am during DST and 10 am during Standard time.
Ride Map,
Ride Cue Sheet.
- Northside's Revenge, Moderate.
Starts at the Bicycle Link. 22 hilly miles. 9 am.
Map.
- Tucker Ride-Strenuous/Training. Meets at 9 am during DST and 10 am during
Standard Time at Tucker High School on Lavista Road. Show what you are made
of! Rides from Tucker to Stone Mountain and back. VERY fast paced training
ride, 24 mph++. Terrain is hilly, and distance is about 43 miles. This is
where the big boys and racers show up to play. Cue
Sheet, Cue Sheet 2 (Current Fall 2006).
- Cycleworks-Duluth. Strenuous. 30 or 60 mile options through Gwinnett
County over rolling terrain with a few good climbs. Pace is usually fast. 8
am. Meet at the Duluth
location
of Cycleworks.
- Covered Bridge Ride.
8:00 am. Year Round. Strenuous/Training Ride. 38 miles Covered Bridge
through Buckhead to the covered bridge and back. 4 major climbs. Leaves from
the Bicycle Link in Buckhead.
- Old Chastain Ride. 11:00 am. Meets at the Amphitheater Parking Lot at
Chastain Park.
- Kennesaw Tri Ride. Race Training.
8:00 am. Meets at the main entrance to Kennesaw Mountain. This ride is about
65 miles through Cobb County. This is where the big boys on the west side of
town show up to beat up on each other. This is a race training ride with
average speeds 24+ mph and is not for beginner or casual riders. *I've
heard this ride is no longer taking place as of 6/2007.*
- Addictive Cycles.
Brasleton. Starts at 8:00 am. Coffee and donuts/pastries will be fresh and
free at 7:30. 30 miles, average gets faster through the season but starts at
around 16.5 -17.5 MPH....Sprint and KOM points.
- West Atlanta Rides. Leaves from $! (Starbucks) in Hiram on Hwy. 278. Route
varies from 30-65+ miles weekly. There are usually riders at several different
paces that ride although you should be able to average at least 13-14 mph.
Pace up to 18-20+ depending on who shows up. See the
Atlbike.org website for details for the
weeks ride and start time.
- CCC Club Rides. Meets at 9:00, route varies. See the
CCC listserv for additional information.
- Duluth 7:30 am. Moderate-Strenuous. Meet at The Bicycle Wheel in Duluth.
Ride is approximately 25-30 miles with various groups and paces ranging from
15-20 mph averages. Terrain is rolling hills and traffic is relatively light
and residential. This is a "no-drop" ride so beginner riders are welcome. Lots
of points along to course to either shorten or lengthen the ride. Contact The
Bicycle Wheel at 770 622-6000.
- Free Flite East Cobb. 7:30 am.
Moderate to Strenuous. 20
miles, no drop.
- Roswell "40+ Ride." 7:30 am.
20-25 miles. Moderate pace with several regroups but not "no drop." Meet at
the Roswell Park on Woodstock Rd. in Roswell.
- Atlanta Cycling Vinings Loop. Easy/Moderate.
10:00, 20 mile loop through Vinings and Buckhead.
Route is marked with a "V." Leaves from the
Atlanta Cycling in Vinings.
- Jordan Hill Ride 7:00 am Advanced option pace. Meets at Epic Bikes parking
lot 1816 Jonesboro Rd, McDonough. 770-305-9590. Faster A Pace (19-21 mph)
leaves at 7am. Loop of 32 miles. Jordan Hill Route with challenging climbs and
rolling hills. Ride only offers moderate/advanced pacing. Call shop for
details.
- Ride to Atlanta Motor Speedway 8:30 am, Beginner- intermediate ride from
Epic Bikes parking lot @ 1816
Jonesboro Rd, McDonough. 770-305-9590. Loop of 26 miles. Terrain is rolling
hills. B Pace(15-17 mph) leaves at 8:30am. B Group usually splits up into
several groups. Restrooms and changing room available in Epic Bikes.
- Cycleworks Ride. 8:00 am. Moderate. Leaves the
Cycleworks store on Johnson Ferry
Rd/Lower Roswell Rd. Averages 17-19 mph, 22 miles from the store to Roswell
and back.
- Kennesaw/Beyond Allatoona, 9:00 am, 8:00 am starting 5-1. 55 and 75 miles.
Training/Strenuous/Not for casual riders. 18 mph average. Rolling terrain from KSU towards Cartersville. One restroom break and one store stop. Take I-75 to
exit 271-Chastain Rd. Go west on Chastain Rd approximately 1/4 mile and take a
left onto Town Point Dr. Bear right at first intersection and park in
Pacesetter Steal parking lot. Thanks Team Pacesetter! From I-75 and 285 expect
about a 15 minute drive to the start of the ride.
The route is marked with "CW."
2008
Cue Sheet, 2006 Cue Sheet.
2007 Cut Sheet *2010 Info: Start
at 8:30 am beginning Saturday 04/03. It will move to 8 am beginning Saturday
04/24 and will remain an 8 am ride throughout the summer. Regular option now
includes a new store stop which lengthens the ride to about 60 miles.
Average is between 19 and 20 mph with a few recollects after sprints.
- Hickory Flat Ride. 8:00.
Moderate/Strenuous. 30-32 miles. There are a few climbs and a lot of rolling
hills. Ride leaves from the Publix at East Cherokee Dr. and GA Hwy. 140 in
Cherokee County. . For more information, call Josh at Out Spokin' Bicycles at
(678) 483-0200 or by e-mail at josh@outspokinbikes.com.
Cue Sheet.
- Hickory Flat Ride. 7:00.
Beginner, 1 hour ride. There are a few climbs and a lot of rolling
hills. Ride leaves from the Publix at East Cherokee Dr. and GA Hwy. 140 in
Cherokee County.. For more information, call Josh at Out Spokin' Bicycles at
(678) 483-0200 or by e-mail at josh@outspokinbikes.com.
Cue Sheet.
- Cafe:ine Coffee/N2 Racing Ride,
9:00. Meet at Cafe:ine Coffee at 4050 Buford Dr. in Buford.
Map.
- Northstar Bicycle, 8:30.
Beginner and Advanced rides. Distance Vary.
- Sunny Side Ride. 8:00 am. Meets at at
Trek of McDonough.
Moderate/Training Moderate paced ride rolling to Sunny Side and back.
Will ride up to Hampton through Atlanta Motor Speedway. 26-27 miles at a
16-17 mph pace. Maps provided at start.
- PTC Road Ride. 8:00 am. Meets at Trek
of Peachtree City. Beginner/Moderate/Training. Group A - 30+ miles at an
average of 19+ mph. Group B - 30 miles at an average of 16+ mph. Group C -
23 miles at an average of 13 mph. No drop policy.
- 3 Gap. Strenuous. Dahlonega. 9 am. Meets at
Lifetime Bicycles
in the Walmart shopping center. Park in front of Lifetime. The shop will be open
8:00-9:00 am for fresh coffee.
- Lifetime Fitness Ride. 7:30 am. 40+ miles. Meets at Lifetime Fitness in
Alpharetta, 855 North Point Parkway. Email
Bonnie for information.
Fall 2010
Intown Rides Effective the week of 08/30/10, the ride start times for the
In-Town Classics - Sandy Springs (Tuesday), Peachtree Battle (Wednesday), and
Chastain (Thursday) - will move to 06:15 PM EDT. Also, effective that week,
Sandy Springs will move to "short option".
Effective the week of 09/20/10, the ride start times will move to 06:00 PM EDT.
Effective the week of 10/04/10, the ride start times will move to 05:45 PM EDT.
Effective the week of 10/11/10, the ride start times will move to 05:30 PM EDT,
and remain at this time through the final week of the season - the week of
11/01/10 - as Daylight Saving Time ends on 11/07/10.
Effective 11/13/10, the Tucker Ride will move to a Winter start time of 10:00 AM
EST.
Northlake and Eastside Rides In order to have enough daylight
to ride Tuesdays and Thursdays- approx 90 minutes is needed.
Starting Aug 17th- The Tuesday Northlake ride will go back to the
traditional 2 loop course up Stonewall Jackson- for a 14 mile
course.
Starting Aug 19th- The Thursday Pizza ride will go back to the
traditional 2 large loop course (going down Stonewall Jackson) for a
16 mile course.
Week of 08/30/10 Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and Pizza
(Thursday) will be 6:15 PM. The Northlake ride will be normal
summer- 2 loops. The Pizza loop will be will be normal summer- 2
loops.
Week of 09/06/10 - sunsets 7:40s- Start times for Northlake
(Tuesday) and Pizza (Thursday) will be 6:15 PM. The Northlake ride
will be shorter- we will do one small counterclockwise 4.75 mile
loop and one intermediate counterclockwise loop (normal 7 mile loop
that we typically do 2 times). The Pizza loop will be one large
clockwise 8.75 mile loop (normally we have been doing almost 2 of
these loops)
Week of 09/20/10 - sunsets 7:20s- Start times for Northlake
(Tuesday) and Pizza (Thursday) will move to 6:00 PM. The Northlake
ride- we will do one small counterclockwise 4.75 mile loop and
continue with one intermediate loop. The Pizza loop will be one
large clockwise 8.75 mile loop.
Week of 10/04/10 - sunsets 7:00s- Start times for Northlake
(Tuesday) and Pizza (Thursday) will move to 5:45 PM. The Northlake
ride- we will do one counterclockwise intermediate loop. The Pizza
loop will be one large clockwise 8.75 mile loop.
Week of 10/18/10 - sunsets 6:50s- Start times for Northlake
(Tuesday) and Pizza (Thursday) will stay at 5:45 PM. The Northlake
ride- we will do one counterclockwise inside small loop (4.75
miles). The Pizza loop will be one counterclockwise inside small
loop (4.75 miles). .
Week of 10/25/10 - sunsets 6:40s- This will be the final week for
the Northlake (Tuesday) and Pizza (Thursday) rides - all start times
and ride routes remain at 5:45 PM.
Atlanta Cycling Rides Weekday rides will move to 6:15 in
Sept. and 6:00 in Oct/Nov.
Roswell Ride The Roswell Ride starts at 6:00 pm beginning
Sept. 2. Spring 2010
Intown Rides Daylight Saving Time starts this year on
Sunday 03/14/10 at 02:00 AM EST, when clocks are set ahead to 03:00 AM EDT.
As such, here is the annual listing of start times for the various “In-Town
Classics”, plus other popular rides in the Atlanta area, including the Tucker
Ride, The Sunday Ride, the Airport Ride, and various rides associated with
Atlanta Cycling.
IN-TOWN CLASSICS
The In-Town Classics are comprised of the Sandy Springs (Tuesday), Peachtree
Battle (Wednesday) and Chastain (Thursday) rides.
03/16/10 - 06:00 PM EDT - Sandy Springs - Short Option - Pre-Season Pace
03/17/10 - 06:00 PM EDT - Peachtree Battle
03/18/10 - 06:00 PM EDT - Chastain
03/23/10 - 06:00 PM EDT - Sandy Springs - Short Option - Pre-Season Pace
03/24/10 - 06:00 PM EDT - Peachtree Battle
03/25/10 - 06:00 PM EDT - Chastain
03/30/10 - 06:00 PM EDT - Sandy Springs - Short Option - Pre-Season Pace
03/31/10 - 06:00 PM EDT - Peachtree Battle
04/01/10 - 06:00 PM EDT - Chastain
04/06/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Sandy Springs - Short Option - “Show Me What You Got
Night”
04/07/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Peachtree Battle
04/08/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Chastain
04/13/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Sandy Springs - Short Option
04/14/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Peachtree Battle
04/15/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Chastain
04/20/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Sandy Springs - Short Option
04/21/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Peachtree Battle
04/22/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Chastain
04/27/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Sandy Springs - Short Option
04/28/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Peachtree Battle
04/29/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Chastain
05/04/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Sandy Springs - Long Option
05/05/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Peachtree Battle
05/06/10 - 06:30 PM EDT - Chastain
Thereafter, all In-Town Classics will start at 06:30 PM EDT until approximately Labor Day, when a Fall schedule will take effect.
Tucker Ride
The Winter start time of 10:00 AM will remain in effect on the Tucker Ride for two weeks after the start of Daylight Saving Time, to allow the mornings to
warm-up a bit. As such, the Tucker Ride will move to its Summer start time of 09:00 AM EDT effective on 04/03/10.
The Sunday Ride
The Sunday Ride is currently on hiatus, in deference to the Airport Ride. However, the Sunday Ride will return
the first Sunday in April. As
such, a ride rotation that generally includes Silk Sheets, Kellytown and Wisteria (and Ballground and White on occasion), will begin anew starting
03/14/10. The specific ride for a given Sunday will be announced on the prior Friday. All ride start times will be 09:00 AM EDT. For more information, please subscribe to
the e-mail distribution list sundayride@yahoogroups.com by going to the following http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/sundayride/. This is one of the
largest cycling e-mail distribution list in Atlanta, and is often used to communicate about other rides, races and cycling-related news, so you are
encouraged to join the distribution.
Airport Ride With the advent of Daylight Saving Time, the Airport Ride will go on hiatus until the Fall. As such, the last Airport Ride will be on 03/07/10 at 10:00 AM
EST.
Atlanta Cycling
Mondays:
Atlanta Cycling-Vinings "Recovery Ride" 6:30 pm (1NW) Easy Moderate
DST - Mar/Sep 6:15 – Oct/Nov 6:00. Please join us for a conversation based, stay
together, active recovery paced 20 mile ride on low traffic streets in Buckhead
and Sandy Springs. Route is painted. Dinner following. Store located 1/2 mile
north of the Chatt. River at 4335 Cobb Pkwy. Atlanta Cycling, Inc. 770-952-7731.
For more information, contact AtlantaCycling.com.
Tuesdays:
Atlanta Cycling-Vinings "Women’s Ride" 6:30 pm (1NW) Beginner Easy Moderate
DST- Mar/Sep 6:15 – Oct/Nov 6:00. Please join us for a 16 mile "Women’s Only"
ride on low traffic streets following a painted route at stay together pace with
one group at no drop pace. The emphasis will be on meeting others and on
becoming more skillful and comfortable while road riding. Store located 1/2 mile
north of Chatt. River at 4335 Cobb Pkwy. Atlanta Cycling, Inc. 770-952-7731. For
more information, contact AtlantaCycling.com.
Tuesdays – Ansley:
Atlanta Cycling-Ansley "Beginners Ride" 6:30 pm (1NW) Beginner Easy Moderate
DST – Mar/Sep 6:15 – Oct/Nov 6:00. Please join us for a slow paced, stay
together ride of 17 miles on quiet streets. The emphasis will be on meeting
others and on becoming more skillful and comfortable while road riding. The
group will split, but one group will ride at no drop pace. Store located one
block south of Cheshire Bridge Rd. at 1860 Piedmont Ave. Atlanta Cycling, Inc.
404-873-2451. For more information, contact AtlantaCycling.com.
Wednesdays:
Atlanta Cycling-Vinings "Silver Lake Loop" 6:30 pm (1NW) Moderate Strenuous
DST – Mar/Sep 6:15 – Oct/Nov 6:00. Please join us for a 20-24 mile ride to
Brookhaven and Silver Lake. Route is painted and easy to follow. Dinner
following. Store located 1/2 mile north of Chatt. River at 4335 Cobb Pkwy.
Atlanta Cycling, Inc. 770-952-7731. For more information, contact
AtlantaCycling.com.
Wednesdays- Ansley:
Atlanta Cycling- Ansley “Go West Ride" 6:30 pm (1NW) Moderate
DST – Mar/Sep 6:15 – Oct/Nov 6:00. Please join us for a steady 22 mile westward
loop on low traffic roads. Store located one block south of Cheshire Bridge Rd.
at 1860 Piedmont Ave. Atlanta Cycling, Inc. 404-873-2451. For more information,
contact AtlantaCycling.com.
Thursdays:
Atlanta Cycling "Buckhead Bellyache" 6:30 pm (1NW) Easy Moderate Strenuous
DST – Mar/Sep 6:15 – Oct/Nov 6:00. Please meet us at St. Phillips Cathedral in
Buckhead, 2744 Peachtree Rd. for a relaxed 12 or brisk 24 mile ride in the
Buckhead-Vinings area. Route is painted and easy to follow. The Church requests
and welcomes our use of their restrooms including all clothing changes. Dinner
following. Atlanta Cycling, Inc. 770-952-7731. For more information, contact
AtlantaCycling.com.
Thursdays:
Atlanta Cycling-Vinings "Beginners Ride" 6:30 pm (1NW) Beginner Easy Moderate
DST – Mar/Sep 6:15 – Oct/Nov 6:00. Please join us for a slow paced, stay
together ride of 16 miles on low traffic streets. The emphasis will be on
meeting others and on becoming more skillful and comfortable while road riding.
The group will split, but one group will ride at no drop pace. Store located 1/2
mile north of the Chatt. River at 4335 Cobb Pkwy. Atlanta Cycling, Inc.
770-952-7731. For more information, contact AtlantaCycling.com
Saturdays:
Atlanta Cycling- Vinings "Beyond Six Flags" 9:00 am (1NW) Moderate Strenuous
Training
Oct- Mar 10:00. Please join us for a 40, 50 or 62 mile ride on rural roads
following an out and back painted route. Lunch following next door. Store
located 1/2 mile north of Chatt. River at 4335 Cobb Pkwy. Atlanta Cycling, Inc.
770-952-7731. For more information, contact AtlantaCycling.com.
Saturdays:
Atlanta Cycling-Vinings "Vinings Loop" 10:00 am (1NW) Easy Moderate
Please join us for a 20 mile ride through Buckhead and Sandy Springs on a low
traffic, painted route. Lunch following next door. Store located 1/2 mile north
of Chatt. River at 4335 Cobb Pkwy. Atlanta Cycling, Inc. 770-952-7731. For more
information, contact AtlantaCycling.com. Eastside Rides from Mark
Linenberg:
Last Two Winter Pizzas this Thursday and. Come out to Avondale Pizza Café
(old location). Ride start- 6pm- main group does 10 miles in the park
The Pizza ride moves 6:15 after clocks spring forward the week of March 14h .
Sunset 7:43 PM Summer Ride Schedule- Notice that ride loops will vary since in
Stone Mountain Park b/c Stonewall Jackson is still Closed as of this writing
March Ride Sunsets- 7:40pm-8:00pm
Northlake Ride- for all of March - meet at 3900 Lavista Road- back segment of
Indian restaurant parking lot:
Starts Tuesday March 16, 2010 @ 6:15PM.
When we get to St. Mt. Park- One 7 mile intermediate counterclockwise loop-
going up Stonewall Jackson (we normally do 2 of these loops in the summer).
ALTERNATE LOOP- If Stonewall Jackson is closed- we will do 2 small
counterclockwise loops instead.
Pizza Ride- for all of March- meet at Avondale Pizza Café:
Starts Thursday March 18, 2010 @ 6:15PM.
When we get to St. Mt. Park- One 9 mile large clockwise loop- (we normally do 2
of these loops in the summer). ALTERNATE LOOP- If Stonewall is closed- we will
go out to turn around at bird sanctuary (this is right near the top of Stonewall
Jackson Drive) and was the loop done in fall 2009.
April Ride Sunsets- 8:00pm-8:19pm
Northlake Ride- for last week of March and all of April:
March 30, 2010 @ 6:30PM.
One 7 mile intermediate counterclockwise loop- going up Stonewall Jackson.
ALTERNATE LOOP- If Stonewall Jackson is closed- we will do 2 small
counterclockwise loops instead.
Pizza Ride- for all of April:
Starts Thursday April 1, 2010 @ 6:30PM.
One 9 mile large clockwise loop. ALTERNATE LOOP- If Stonewall is closed- we will
go out to turn around at bird sanctuary (this is right near the top of Stonewall
Jackson Drive) and was the loop done in fall 2009.
May Ride Sunsets- 8:22pm-8:41pm
Northlake Ride- for all of May- through late summer 2010:
Starts Tuesday May 4, 2010 @ 6:30PM.
Two 7 mile intermediate counterclockwise loop- going up Stonewall Jackson
Pizza Ride- for all of May- through last summer 2010:
Starts Thursday May 6, 2010 @ 6:30PM.
Two large clockwise loops
Fall/Winter 2009-2010
Eastside Rides From Mark Linenberg:
Daylight Saving Time (DST) will end Sunday 11/01/09. DST will return again in
the Spring on Sunday 03/14/10
In order to have enough daylight to ride Tuesdays and Thursdays- approx 90
minutes is needed. The sunset will be 8:34 tonight, and will continue to set a
minute (or more) earlier per day.
Week of 08/31/09 Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and Pizza (Thursday) will
be 6:15 PM. The Northlake ride will be normal summer- 2 loops. The Pizza loop
will be will be normal summer- 2 loops.
Week of 09/07/09 - sunsets 7:40s- Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and Pizza
(Thursday) will be 6:15 PM. The Northlake ride will be shorter- we will do one
small counterclockwise 4.75 mile loop and one intermediate counterclockwise loop
(normal 7 mile loop that we typically do 2 times). The Pizza loop will be one
large clockwise 8.75 mile loop (normally we have been doing almost 2 of these
loops)
Week of 09/21/09 - sunsets 7:20s- Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and Pizza
(Thursday) will move to 6:00 PM. The Northlake ride- we will do one small
counterclockwise 4.75 mile loop and continue with one intermediate loop. The
Pizza loop will be one large clockwise 8.75 mile loop.
Week of 10/05/09 - sunsets 7:00s- Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and Pizza
(Thursday) will move to 5:45 PM. The Northlake ride- we will do one
counterclockwise intermediate loop. The Pizza loop will be one large clockwise
8.75 mile loop.
Week of 10/19/09 - sunsets 6:50s- Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and Pizza
(Thursday) will stay at 5:45 PM. The Northlake ride- we will do one
counterclockwise inside small loop (4.75 miles). The Pizza loop will be one
counterclockwise inside small loop (4.75 miles). .
Week of 10/26/09 - sunsets 6:40s- This will be the final week for the Northlake
(Tuesday) and Pizza (Thursday) rides - all start times and ride routes remain at
5:45 PM.
InTown Classics Fall Schedule From Todd Fryberger In
accordinance with the attached, I hereby decree that the "In-Town Classics",
which include the Tuesday night Sandy Springs Ride, the Wednesday night
Peachtree Battle ride, and the Thursday night Chastain ride, will adopt the
following Fall schedule (note minor differences as compared to the Fall schedule
for the Northlake and Pizza Rides):
Week of 08/31/09 - Last week the In-Town Classics start at 06:30 PM EDT. Last
week for Long Option on Sandy Springs ride.
09/05/09 - College football season officially starts, with the first game of the
season being South Carolina at North Carolina State at 07:00 PM EDT. Gotta love
the invention of Thursday night college football .....
Week of 09/07/09 - In-Town Classics start at 06:15 PM EDT. Sandy Springs Ride
reverts to Short Option for the balance of the season.
Week of 09/21/09 - In-Town Classics start at 06:00 PM EDT.
Week of 10/05/09 - In-Town Classics start at 05:45 PM EDT.
Week of 10/19/09 - In-Town Classic start at 05:30 PM EDT
Week of 10/26/09 - Last week for In-Town Classics.
11/01/09 - Daylight Saving Time ends.
11/07/09 - The Saturday Tucker Ride moves to a 10:00 AM EST start (one hour
later) until the Spring.
03/14/09 - Daylight Saving Time starts again.
As always, the Sunday Ride will continue to start at 09:00 AM, "because the
Sunday Ride changes for no one".
Outback Wed. Ride from Little 5 Points Start Times 9 /2 - 6:30pm
9/9 - 6:15pm
9/16 - 6:15pm
9/23 - 6pm
9/30 - 6pm
10/7 thru 10/28 - 5:45pm
10/28 will be the last ride until DST 2010. It will be sad.
Steel Magnolias Start Times The Steel Magnolias Cycleworks ride will
start at 6:15 in Sept. and 6:00 in October.
Bicycles South Ride The Bicycles South ride on Tuesdays will start at
6:15 in Sept. and 6:00 in Oct. til the end of DST. There is a new map at
http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ga/decatur/266930780.
Vinings Rides and Buckhead Bellyache The Atlanta Cycling Vinings rides
and the Buckhead Bellyache move to 6:15 after Sept. 4th and to 6:00 in October.
Routes do not change. The Six Flags ride on Saturdays will move to 10:00 am in
October. The Vinings "In Town" ride will remain at 10:00 am year round.
Atlanta Cycling Vinings Rides There will be rides at 4:30 on Tuesdays
and Thursdays from the Atlanta Cycling Store-Vinings during standard time until
DST in March 2010. 20 mile loop through Vinings and Buckhead.
Route is marked with a "V." Leaves from the
Atlanta Cycling in Vinings.
Sorella Women's Wed. Ride Schedule From Linda, the ride leader: "9/9
and 9/16: We will start at 6:15 PM. 9/23: 6:00 PM
Alpharetta Ride The ride is geared toward the
non-working/under-employed set (sales guys), but if you know of anyone
interested in riding here are the general details: (could also be the fitness
moms and pro home school junior cyclists) Jittery Joes Crabapple 12635 Crabapple
Road, Alpharetta
New riders/questions - 9:30 a.m.
Wheels down - 9:45 a.m.
Routes will rotate following a 4-week schedule. Wk 1: 25 - 30 miles, Wk 2: 30 -
35 miles, Wk 3: 35 - 40 miles, Wk 4: 25 miles, This week's route - 33 miles
http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/ga/alpharetta/558125283340714368
No mountain bikes. Helmets required. Routes may be very hilly and/or have fast
flats. New group - average speed to be determined. Ride will run through the
winter. Route is not marked yet. Cue sheets will be available. Questions: email
reneeritterling@gmail.com or Renee Ritterling @ 404-583-1611
Airport Ride Announcement November 1 10AM Ride leaves from where
Trinity Ave turns into Peter St in downtown.There is a nature break
approximately 10 miles in after the first left off 29. After the nature break
you have a decision to make: Fast or Slow Option. Fast Option turns left after
the railroad tracks and is...no holds barred slugfest. This option takes another
quick break once we get back to the store on 29 (maybe). 60ish miles Slow Option
continues straight after the railroad tracks and is a nice leisurely pace that
all riders should be able to handle. 40ish miles. The ride goes on rain or shine
and is always large. Always wear your helmet and be safe. Riders unfamiliar with
large groups should stay in the back. This ride is sanctioned by no one. It is
an Atlanta peloton tradition dating back to the invention of the wheel. You
participate at your own risk. DCS
Winter 2009-2010
Sunday
-
Airport Ride-Training/Strenuous. Leaves at 10:00 am during the winter from
the Trinity Lofts in Castleberry Hills. Parking is limited. Please ride to the
ride. This is a race training ride during the Winter with average speeds of
18-20+ mph. Beginners need not apply! Options are 43 and 63 miles though South Fulton and Fayette
Counties. There is one nature stop on the 43 miler and a store stop on the 63
miler. Be prepared to be dropped if you cannot keep up! No official map
available. Cue Sheet.
Map.
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Hell of the North-Training/Strenuous. Leaves at 9 am from
Roswell Bikes in Roswell. Take
400 North to Exit 8, Mansell Rd. Turn left onto Mansell. Turn right onto
Alpharetta Hwy. Turn left onto Houze Rd. Roswell Bikes is on the right. The
terrain is hilly. This is a training ride, and maps are available at Roswell
Bikes.
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Base Ride. Bike Starts at 1:00 pm from the Kroger on Thompson Bridge & Mt.
Vernon Rd. in Gainesville. Distances will start at 30 miles and increase as
the winter goes on. Call Bike Better
at 770-536-2818 for more information. Ask for Scott.
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Northeast Georgia Winters
Cycling League
Monday
-
Board N Bike Recovery Ride. 6:30 in
Suwanee. Meet at the shop. This ride goes year round and lights are required
during the winter months. It is a no drop recovery ride, but the route does
have 2 reasonable climbs. Route ranges from 14 to 18+ miles.
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Blanket's Creek. 7:00. Mountain Bike Ride. Strong mountain
bike lights for off road riding are required, preferably HID or LED. The
ride will regroup. Call Out Spokin' Bicycles at 678-483-0200.
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Indoor Cycle at Trek of
Peachtree City. 9:00 am and 6:30 pm. Train and exercise with a
professional instructor at Trek of Peachtree City's Indoor Cycle. $100 for
the season (Nov. 2009 - March 2010) or $25 per month. Must bring your own
trainer.
Tuesday
-
Atlanta Cycling Vinings Loop. The
ride leaves the Vinings Atlanta Cycling location at 4:30. Call
Atlanta Cycling for more information. Lights recommended.
Map,
Cue Sheet.
-
Church Ride. Meet in the church parking lot at Mt. Paran Rd. and Northside
Parkway. Ride leaves at 4:30 and lasts about an hour and 15 minutes. Training
pace. No maps. You will get dropped.
-
Melton's App and Tapp 6:30 pm, casual to moderate ride, Approximately 15
miles from Melton's through Avondale Estates and back. Over the bridge, around
the lake, through the cemetery, through the seminary and through the park.
Enjoy this unusual ride in the dark with lights. What a blast! This very
social group meets after the ride at Melton's for fun, food and spirits. Meet
in the parking lot at Melton's App and Tap parking on the corner of Scott Blvd
and N. Decatur Road in Decatur. Helmets as well as head and tail lights are
required. No ride if raining. For more information call Walt or Joanne
770-816-0044, Art 404-607-9946, Jeff 404-378-4037 or Kathy 404-530-5662.
SBL Ride.
-
Free Flite-East Cobb. 10:00 am. Beginner/Intermediate
Women's Road Ride. Meet at the East Cobb Free Flite Store. This will be a no
drop ride. You should be comfortable riding on the road. The ride will be
18-20 miles and will rotate routes. The ride will go through the winter.
Contact Chris at the store at 770-977-9696.
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Shiloh Road (second light after turning right from 400 at
McFarland). 7:00-8:00. Lights required. CCazy cold dark training, excuse to
ride. Call Eric Broadwell to confirm the ride. 678-520-7337.
Wednesday
-
Reality Bikes Ride. 6:15-8:00 pm. Easy/Winter pace. Bluegrass Business
Park, Cumming. The business park is lighted; however, both front and rear
lights are mandatory. The ride is scheduled to cancellation on extremely cold
weather or below 32 degrees. Take 400 South to Exit 12, Go East about 1/2 mile.
Turn left into the business park, "The Meadows." You will see a statue of 2
horses at the entrance. If you start heading up the hill you went too far.
Turn left. Go into the park about 3/4 of a mile. Park at the 1st
business park on the left. Please try and park as close to road as possible.
-
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Blanket's Creek Mountain Bike Ride, Blanket's Creek trail. Sponsored by
Outspokin Bikes. 7:00 pm. All levels. Minimum 10 watt mtb lights are
*required.* Call 678-483-0200 for more information.
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Sorella Stone Mountain Ride.
6:30 at the Walk Up Parking Lot, This is a women's led ride, but fellas are
welcome. The ladies choose the pace, generally 15-16 mph. 3-5 laps are usually
ridden; do one or all. Front and rear lights are mandatory per
Stone Mountain Park rules. Follow all traffic laws.
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CCC Ride, 2:00, 45 miles, No drop ride 17 mph. Meet at the mtb parking lot
at the Georgia International Horse Park in Covington.
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Thursday
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Atlanta Cycling Vinings Loop. The
ride leaves the Vinings Atlanta Cycling location at 4:30. Call
Atlanta Cycling for more information. Lights recommended.
Map,
Cue Sheet.
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Sutton Ride. Meet at Sutton Middle School across the street from the
horse park at Chastain Park on Powers Ferry Road. Ride leaves at 4:30 and
lasts about an hour and 15 minutes. Training pace. No maps. You will get
dropped.
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Addictive Cycles MTB Night
Ride at Ft. Yargo. Starts at 7:30 pm.
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Decatur Wonderful Evening, Ride 6:30 pm, casual to moderate ride. 11-18
miles through Chandler Park, Druid Hills, Morningside and Emory. Meet at the
parking lot of CVS drug store at the corner of W. Ponce de Leon and Commerce
in downtown Decatur. Stay for dinner and refreshments afterwards. No ride if
raining. Head and tail lights required during Standard Time. Helmets Required.
For more information, call Dave Williams 404-524-8008 or Ken Scott
404-456-0599. SBL ride.
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"It's More Fun After Dark" Cart Path Ride. 6:00 pm. Meets at
Trek of Peachtree City.
Beginner/Moderate. 15-20 miles at easy to moderate pace (10-13 mph) on the
cart paths. No drop ride. Lights are required.
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Group Spin at Trek of
McDonough. 6:15. Beginning Nov. 5. Exercise with Trek of
McDonough's Group Spin using various indoor cycling DVDs. Must bring your
own trainer. (Free)
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Indoor Cycle at Trek of
Peachtree City. 9:00 am and 6:30 pm. Train and exercise with a
professional instructor at Trek of Peachtree City's Indoor Cycle. $100 for
the season (Nov. 2009 - March 2010) or $25 per month. Must bring your own
trainer.
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Winter Pizza Ride. 6:00 pm. Training. Meet atthe Old
Avondale Pizza Location (this is the same location as the current Thursday
Pizza Ride). Pizza Route- with two small counter clockwise inside loops in
St Mt Park (slower riders can choose other options).Pace: slower- winter
pace to/from park, just a little slower in the park. Stone Mt park requires front and rear lights to enter the park at dark.
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Stone Mountain Ride. 6:30 p.m. 25 miles. 17-18 mph average.
No drop. Meet in main parking lot in downtown Stone Mountain Village by the
railroad tracks and then ride in. If you have a park sticker, you can park
in big lot beside white building to the right of the west entrance. Those
riding in will meet you at 6:35-6:40. Robert Wilhite
robert@mycyclecoach.com
Friday
Saturday
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Six Flags and Beyond, Leaves
the Atlanta Cycling Vinings store at 10 am (note time change from Summer!)
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Northside's Revenge, 9:00 am
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Tucker Ride-Strenuous/Training. Meets at 10 am during EST at Tucker High
School on Lavista Road. Show what you are made of! Rides from Tucker to Stone
Mountain and back. VERY fast pace, 24 mph++. Terrain is hilly. Cue Sheet 2
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Ansley Midtown Ride. Leaves the Atlanta Cycling Ansley store at 10 am.
Call Atlanta Cycling for more
details.
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The Winter Bike League-The
Other Season, Athens. This is a serious training ride for racers or fast
riders only. Pace is 23-26 mph with distances of 80-120 miles. This is NOT a
casual ride; for race experienced riders only! Expect to be dropped and to be
on your own. .
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Kennesaw/Beyond Allatoona, Rolls at 9
am. 55 miles with 75 mile option-Training-Definite A (18-19 mph) and B
(16-17 mph) groups after restroom break. Not for casual riders. Rolling
terrain from Kennesaw towards Cartersville. Short Option is well marked with white
"CW"s. One restroom break and one store stop. Groups split
long/short after restroom break. Take I-75 to exit 271-Chastain
Rd. Go west on Chastain Rd approximately 1/4 mile and take a left onto Town
Point Dr. Bear right at first intersection and park in Pacesetter Steal
parking lot-3300 Townpoint Dr. Watch out for the low-clearance bar! From
I-75 and 285 expect about a 15 minute drive to the start of the ride. The route is marked with "BA."
2008
Cue Sheet, 2006 Cue Sheet.
2007 Cut Sheet
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Hambersham Winter Cycling, 1 pm, route varies.
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Jittery Joes Training Ride.
9:00 am. Moderate. 15-17 mph. Minimum ride of 3 hours increasing to 6 hours
into December.
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C4 Winter Base. 9:00 am. Starts Jan. 2, 2010. Moderate 17-19 mph. 3-4 hours, getting longer in
February. Meet at Conte's Bikes in Conyers.
Details on the calendar
here.
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Hickory Flat Road Ride 8:00 am. Moderate to Stenuous. Meets
at Publix at E. Cherokee Dr. and Hwy. 140 in Woodstock. Ride will not go if
temperatures are below 25 degrees.
Map.
Call Outspokin Bikes for details
2010 Airport Ride Announcement Sundays- Starting
November 1st- every Sunday until Time Changes Start Time- 10 AM Location- Trinity Ave, Atlanta, GA- by the lofts Two Options- Long Loop- approx 58 miles and Short Loop- approx 42 miles
North Georgia Winter Cycling League
2008 The Chilly Dawg Winter Training Rides with Cartecay Cycling Club
start in november @ 10am, 8 weekly rides leaving from the Big
Creek Fire Station on Big Creek Road in Ellijay. These rides will be slow paced
base training rides! Be fit for 2008. Join us in our effort. Former Pro Schwinn
Factory Racer Mike Palmeri will be on board amongst other experienced and
knowledgeable athletes to give advice, encouragement, & train. Big Mike will fix
us a mean Chili for after the ride. The Chilly Dawg rides will go up in miles in
increments of 5-10 miles per week. Attendance Points for prizes! Don't miss out,
be sure to mark those calendars.
2008-2009 Airport Ride Info. from Scott Hilburn ("Chisel"): Beginning
11/4 and continuing through the last Sunday in March 2009 the Airport Loop ride
will start at 10 AM from the Trinity Lofts area just off Peachtree on Trinity.
There are 43 and 63 mile options. Terrain is flat to slightly rolling with no
climbs. The ride rolls easy for the first 11 miles and stops for a nature break
as we take a left off 29. The 43/63 mile split is usually the point where the
speed will increase. The 63 mile option takes a left just over the
railroad tracks and will include one store stop in Palmetto before heading back
to ATL on 29. The 43 mile option stays straight with no store stop and will
eventually take a right back on to 29 for the ride home. This is a great ride
for newer riders and experienced age groupers and pros trying to build all
important Fall/Winter base miles for the 08 cycling/triathlon season and those
wanting to become more comfortable riding in close quarters of the peleton.
Spring 2009
Weekday World Championships Rides Daylight Saving Time begins on
Sunday 03/08/09 at 02:00 AM As such, below is the official ride schedule for
the weeknight “In-Town Classics” - the Tuesday night “Sandy Springs Ride”,
the Wednesday night “Peachtree Battle Ride”, and the Thursday night
“Chastain Ride” - plus the Saturday “Tucker Ride”.
Please note the following: * The In-Town Classics will start at 06:00 PM for the first two weeks, at
06:15 PM for the next two weeks, and then move to the regular 06:30 PM slot
effective 04/07/09. * Sandy Springs will be “Short Option” for the first eight weeks. “Long
Option” starts effective 05/05/09. * The In-Town Classics will be “Tempo / Winter Pace” for the first four
weeks. This specifically precludes attacks on the Northside Drive climb on
the Sandy Springs ride. If you want to do intervals, go somewhere else.
“Show me what you’ve got night” is 04/07/09, and you can wail all you want
thereafter. * When Sandy Springs goes to Long Option, Vinings is a “neutral zone” from
the top of the third hump to the library on Paces Ferry. This rule was
invoked two years ago due to the obvious danger of new construction and
congestion in the area. Do not advance your position, and do not pass cars
queued in traffic - re-group in the neutral zone and resume after the
library. * Tucker will continue to start at 10:00 AM for the first three weeks, then
move up one hour to 09:00 AM effective 04/04/09. * In keeping with tradition, the “Sunday Ride” will continue to start at
09:00 AM from various points on the compass, “because the Sunday Ride
changes for no one”. * Ride smart, ride safe. Each year, we hear of complaints and / or someone
gets hurt. We’ve got a good thing going here, something riders in few other
cities get to enjoy. Let’s retain the privilege. Here’s the schedule:
Tue 03/10/09 - Sandy Springs - Start Time 06:00 PM (Short Option) Wed 03/11/09 - Peachtree Battle - Start Time 06:00 PM Thu 03/12/09 - Chastain - Start Time 06:00 PM Sat 03/14/09 - Tucker - Start Time 10:00 AM
Tue 03/17/09 - Sandy Springs - Start Time 06:00 PM (Short Option) Wed 03/18/09 - Peachtree Battle - Start Time 06:00 PM Thu 03/19/09 - Chastain - Start Time 06:00 PM Sat 03/21/09 - Tucker - Start Time 10:00 AM
Tue 03/24/09 - Sandy Springs - Start Time 06:15 PM (Short Option) Wed 03/25/09 - Peachtree Battle - Start Time 06:15 PM Thu 03/26/09 - Chastain - Start Time 06:15 PM Sat 03/28/09 - Tucker - Start Time 10:00 AM
Tue 03/31/09 - Sandy Springs - Start Time 06:15 PM (Short Option) Wed 04/01/09 - Peachtree Battle - Start Time 06:15 PM Thu 04/02/09 - Chastain - Start Time 06:15 PM Sat 04/04/09 - Tucker - Start Time 09:00 AM
Tue 04/07/09 - Sandy Springs - Start Time 06:30 PM (Short Option) Wed 04/08/09 - Peachtree Battle - Start Time 06:30 PM Thu 04/09/09 - Chastain - Start Time 06:30 PM Sat 04/11/09 - Tucker - Start Time 09:00 AM
Tue 04/14/09 - Sandy Springs - Start Time 06:30 PM (Short Option) Wed 04/15/09 - Peachtree Battle - Start Time 06:30 PM Thu 04/16/09 - Chastain - Start Time 06:30 PM Sat 04/18/09 - Tucker - Start Time 09:00 AM
Tue 04/21/09 - Sandy Springs - Start Time 06:30 PM (Short Option) Wed 04/22/09 - Peachtree Battle - Start Time 06:30 PM Thu 04/23/09 - Chastain - Start Time 06:30 PM Sat 04/25/09 - Tucker - Start Time 09:00 AM
Tue 04/28/09 - Sandy Springs - Start Time 06:30 PM (Short Option) Wed 04/29/09 - Peachtree Battle - Start Time 06:30 PM Thu 04/30/09 - Chastain - Start Time 06:30 PM Sat 05/02/09 - Tucker - Start Time 09:00 AM
Tue 05/05/09 - Sandy Springs - Start Time 06:30 PM Long Option Wed 05/06/09 - Peachtree Battle - Start Time 06:30 PM Thu 05/07/09 - Chastain - Start Time 06:30 PM Sat 05/09/09 - Tucker - Start Time 09:00 AM
All times then remain the same throughout the Summer until we adjust them
again for shorter days in the Fall. Daylight Saving Time ends 11/01/09, so
we will have 238 days of after-work bliss before we head indoors again.
Northlake Ride News From Mark Linenberg: Time springs forward
March 8th, 2009 Reminder- For those that do Tucker on Saturdays- the 10:00 AM ride- will
move to 9:00 AM on the first Saturday of April- 4/4/09 (that's 3 weeks after
time change) March Ride Sunsets- 7:40pm-8:00pm Northlake Ride- for all of March - meet at 3900 Lavista Road- back segment
of Indian restaurant parking lot: Starts Tuesday March 10, 2009 @ 6:15PM.
When we get to St. Mt. Park- One 7 mile intermediate counterclockwise loop-
going up Stonewall Jackson (we normally do 2 of these loops in the summer) Pizza Ride- for all of March- meet at Avondale Pizza Café: Starts Thursday March 12, 2009 @ 6:15PM. When we get to St. Mt. Park- One 9 mile large clockwise loop- (we normally
do 2 of these loops in the summer) April Ride Sunsets- 8:00pm-8:19pm Northlake Ride- for last weekday of March all of April: March 31, 2009 @ 6:30PM. One 7 mile intermediate counterclockwise loop- going up Stonewall Jackson Pizza Ride- for all of April: Starts Thursday April 2, 2009 @ 6:30PM. One 9 mile large clockwise loop May Ride Sunsets- 8:22pm-8:41pm Northlake Ride- for all of May- through late summer 2008: Starts Tuesday May 5, 2009 @ 6:30PM. Two 7 mile intermediate counterclockwise loop- going up Stonewall Jackson Pizza Ride- for all of May- through last summer 2008: Starts Thursday May 7, 2009 @ 6:30PM. Two large clockwise loops
Athens Rides
Monday
Tuesday
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Mountain Bike Ride Meet at @ the Hub at 5:30 or the Greenway at 6 pm. Led
by Mike Stanley
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6:00 pm. Meet @ the Hub. Training ride/Race simulation.
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Tuesday: Sandy Creek Park
Training Crit, this is a new event for 2005 and may replace the Tuesday
night ride for a good speed workout. Announcements will be made soon regarding
this event. There will be at least two categories to participate in, and
riders may get back in after being dropped. Fees and rules to be determined.
Wednesday
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6:00 pm A 16-18 mph ride about 30-35 miles long. Not too fast, but not too
slow. Leave @ The Hub.
6:00 pm /Meet at Jefferson River Access Road North of town across from the
Super Mercado and the Silos -- A 19+ mph ride about 30-35 miles. This is a fast tempo ride.
For the riders who want to test their limits. Sprint at the end. Access Road
runs parallel to 129N outside the bypass, riders meet at the intersection of
the old silos, oil plant, and the Super Mercado Jalisco. This is a race
oriented ride with fast pace-lines and aggressive attacks. Thursday
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6:00 pm-- Women's Ride, 16-18 mph and about 30-35 miles long. There will
be a couple sprints with re-groups. All levels welcome. Leaves from @ The Hub
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6:00 pm 28-30 miles, easy to medium pace, smooth and steady, one sprint
into Winterville. Meets at Georgia Cycle Sport (formerly Dixon's) on Baxter.
6:00pm l
Friday
Saturday
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SFS (Single File Saturday). Training, 21-22 mph steady.
Meets at 9:00 am through the end of May, then 8:00 am. Be prepared to ride
60-100 miles. Start at Jittery Joes on Milledge Ave. and Lumpkin in 5
Points.
Sunday
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Sunday Sprint Series. Training, 21-22 mph steady. Meets at
9:00 am through the end of May, then 8:00 am. Be prepared to ride 60-100
miles. Start at Jittery Joes on Milledge Ave. and Lumpkin in 5 Points.
Other ride resources:
The Gwinnett Touring Club offers rides
on most days in Gwinnett County. Ride schedule varies. Check their webpage for a
current calendar. Freewheelin from the Southern
Bicycle League is the most comprehensive listing of rides in the Atlanta
area. It can be purchased at most local bike shops in Metro Atlanta. The SBL is
a good resource for beginner and more casual rides. It also offers an online
calendar. Also, check with local bike shops and local clubs for various rides
throughout the year.
Other ride information can be found on the Southeastern Cycling
Georgia Links Page and on
Tom Hank's
Website.
The best resources for group mountain bike rides are the forum at
SORBA
and Clubmtb.com.
Not sure what to do in a Group Ride? Check out
Group Ride Ettiquette.
Disclaimer: Cycling is a dangerous sport. Southeastern Cycling, Trish Albert,
and the sponsoring ride groups are not responsible if you get lost or hurt on
these rides. You ride at your own risk and assume all responsibility for
yourself and your equipment.
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