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The plan is to bike out to Montauk from East Islip BoA and take the LIRR back home. Trains depart Montauk at 3:30pm, 5:26pm and 7:33pm. Train ride back to Great River station takes approximately 2hrs (3 min bike ride from Great River LIRR station back to BoA parking lot).
I suggest riders bring two water bottles, some energy snacks for the ride and extra $$ for rest stops/lunch/train fare). We will make hydration/rest stops approximately every 20-25 miles. Depending on when we arrive in Montauk (and what shape we're in when we get there - lol) we can discuss options (extend ride to lighthouse, sit-down lunch in town, Gosman's Dock, etc.).
Please check this posting again Friday evening for any additional updates.
If you are interested in this ride or have any questions, please let me know by 6pm Fri. FYI - The LIRR has the right to limit the number of bikes they allow on each train so I need to get a rough headcount. Please call or txt my cell (number below). I’ve done this ride several times and never had a problem with LIRR but you never know.
Special note: Riders will need a Bike Permit so you can bring your bike on the train. The permit cost is $5 but it is good for life (unless you lose it) and it can be purchased on the train without a penalty fee. You will also need to purchase a one-way off-peak ticket for ride home (approx $10) and should be purchased prior to boarding. LIRR ticket machine is at the station.
This is not the shop ride. If you are looking for a faster ride please check out the ride at 730. This is a pace line ride in preparation of the up coming TOH and any longer fall ride you might be tuning up for. The cruising pace will be in the 21-22 range. There will be one rest stop at mile 29 (Exxon) and a few wait ups. (top of 51). I will discuss the others at the ride start.
The TOH is hilly and long so better get ready for some hills and mileage. This ride is not a race!
Check the route below, I changed it from last year at a few points.
We moved back the rides to 8:15am due to rain tonight into tomorrow morning. We'll make a final decision by 6:30am tomorrow morning and can move our rides to Sunday if needed. Feel free to call or text with questions.
This is a duo ride with Jim Drago. We'll ride the same route as Jim's group but at a B+/A- pace, so cruising speeds will be between 18-21mph (outside of hills and winds).
Breaks - we'll quickly stop at Exxon (mile 29) and at the top of 51 (at the light around mile 35). Sprint on 111 if you wish but we'll regroup after turning onto Halsey Manor.
Since Tom is still away on his trip, I am posting this ride again at the request of his regulars.
I will take the same route as I did this past week, with dips and turns into new "nooks and crannies" along the route. This C paced ride of 20 miles will average 11.0 to 11.8 mph and, as Tom always says, newbies always welcome and nobody gets left behind. We will circle around Sayville, then meander toward Patchogue, where we will make a bathroom stop at Corey Beach before taking our break at the deli around the corner.
I am cancelling the ride for this weekend, as some roads along the water may flood. I’ll post for next Saturday.
Flat, water views and a half-way stop at Dunkin'. Need I say more?
Questions before ride, my email is (frchtchr@hotmail.com). Day of ride, my cell is 631-835-1454. Cancellation for weather posted by 7:30 morning of ride.
From Port Jeff we'll go to Belle Terre then to Poquott, through Setauket and the Mill Ponds, back via Lower Sheep Pasture. Bring snack and water for a short break along the way, bathroom stop along the route. B- pace (14-14.7). There are a few rolling hills/climbs, but wait ups as needed.
Meet at the eastern end of the parking lot (bagel shop side vs. bank side). There used to be a clothing donation bin near Rt. 347 as a meeting marker but its gone now. So use your judgement when you arrive and I'll find you! I'll be riding from home and will be there @ 9am.
Check back here by 8am day of ride for any updates/weather changes.
11:00am- D 15mi a go - Type: Road Bike - Ride Leader: Bob Miller -
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