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This is an A- paced ride. Early Birds is a faster ride. It starts at the Manorville King Kullen at 7:30. Our ride at 8:00 should be a brisk pace club ride not the Shoot Out at the OK Corral. If you find yourself pulling above 24 you're probably going too fast.
This route will go Long Beach Boardwalk (BW), Atlantic Beach (BW), Far Rockaway (BW)... then we'll board a NYC Ferry from 108th Street in Far Rockaway and disembark in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. From there we ride along the Belt Parkway Bike Path, under the Verrazano Bridge, then onto some city streets to Nathan's in Coney Island for the official pitstop.
From there... the ride continues through Coney Island, Sheepshead Bay, Belt Parkway Bike Path, over the Marine Bridge, the Far Rockaway Boardwalk from beginning to end, Atlantic Beach Bridge to Long Beach Boardwalk and done.
It's about 40 miles of riding (57 if you count the miles on water).
Although posted as a B+, this will be a somewhat casual ride. The open road pace will be in the 17-18mph range... which will be off-set substantially by much slower riding on boardwalks and some city streets. The bridges are the only hills, but they can make some riders a little shaky. The rest of the route is dead flat.
The only foreseeable complication is the 8-10 bike limit per ferry. It's possible this could hinder my perfect plan, so join this ride open to the possibility of potential changes to the route.
If we have too many riders to fit on the ferry… then we ride straight to Nathan’s and return via Howard Beach back to the Rockaways.
YOU MUST... download the NYC Ferry app and have it set-up with your credit card info ready to go. Let's not have any unnecessary futzing around while you try and buy your ticket. The ride is $2.75 + $1.00 for the bike.
I have no set time frame for how long the ride will take, but we should be back in Long Beach by 3-3:30pm.
Obviously, this is a no drop ride and wait-ups (if necessary) will be no problem. Just bring your best bike handling skills and don't get freaked out by some riding on busy city streets. There is an abundance of restroom options all along the way. Bring plenty of snacks, gels, and water.
I would also strongly recommend bringing one "meal" to eat on the ferry. It'll be the perfect time to eat something substantial to hold you over until Nathan's.
Questions? Concerns? Feel free to text me....
RSVP: Please text me in advance if you plan to come. Include your name and SBRA Member ID and I'll sign you in.
The BIKE Part: Come out and ride with usfor Tom's Birthday Ride from Calverton, where we will ride on the back roads around Manorville, then go up toward Wildwood. We will take our break at the deli outside the park, where tables and a bathroom are available. This is a C+ ride, which will average 12.2 - 12.9, depending on the winds, etc. The exact route will be determined at the start, so there willnot be a cue sheet for this ride.
The BITE Part: After the ride, some of us are going to J&R's (right down the street from the ride start) for a burger, or something else, for lunch. Join us if you desire, at personal expense. Their menu features burgers, beef, chicken, salads, etc., so there is something for everyone! Seating Indoor and/or Outdoor may be determined by the weather.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the ride start, to allow enough time for me to get everyone signed in and to "get yourself" ready.
NOTE: I am limiting the number of riders. Text me with your name, SBRA Member Number, and Emergency Contact phone number if you want to ride. I will return the text: YES, you have a spot…or…NO, Ride Filled.
IF YOU DO NOT TEXT ME, YOU WILL NOT BE ON THE RIDE!
Sorry, I can't make this ride. Hope to ride next weekend
Join me for this scenicAlmost flatC- ride, cruising speed will be around 10-11mph.
This is more of a tour than a typical club ride. We will be stopping to enjoy the view along the way.
This ride is for seasoned riders who are Extremely comfortable riding on roads without shoulders.
We will be starting from Northport Cow Harbor Park, Cruise parallel to Northport Harbor on historic Bayview Ave. Then ride through what was until 1968, the Steers Sand and Gravel Company AKA "the Pit," now a quiet bayside community of private homes and condos. We will then head out to Asharoken along the narrow causeway for a few miles. Along Asharoken ave to our left will beNorthport Bay and to our Right Long Island Sound and Connecticut. We will then head to Bevin rd with its wonderfully restored Historic Victorian Bevin mansion along with many architecturally interesting homes. On our return trip we will retrace our route with further exploration of "The Pit."
Upon our return to Northport Village we will stop Copenhagen Bakery for a snack to enjoy harbor side. There are bathrooms at the town park & town beach as well as Copenhagen.
Please always check back here for any changes before leaving for the ride
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the ride start so we get rolling on time.
I'm limiting the number of riders, Please text me with your Name, SBRA Member Number & Emergency Contact Number. I will return your text confirming your spot on the ride, or that its full.
CELL: 631-708-7966 (Before 9:00 pm if Possible Please)
9:20am- C+/B- 23mi a go - Type: Road Bike - Ride Leader: Gerry K. -
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