***Pre-registration required for this ride*** Pls call or txt me before 8pm Friday if you plan to come (347-922-3824). 

Weather looks perfect for a ride out to Montauk on Sat.  Forecast shows full sun, relatively warm temp and a favorable SSW 5-10mph wind as I write this post on 10/18.  This will probably be my last ride out to Montauk for the season so who's interested in joining me???  Route is very very scenic and was designed with safety in mind (I try to avoid Montauk Hwy whenever possible).  Have a look at the route below.  I'm estimating ride will be on the lower end of B+ pace but this is always subject to weather conditions.  This ride is about endurance and not speed.  We need to save some energy for the hills in Montauk.  No one ever gets dropped.  Wait-ups whenever needed. 

Plan is to bike from the Blue Point Brewery (BPB) in Patchogue to Montauk one-way and take the LIRR back to Patchogue.  Train station in Patchogue is 1/2 mile from BPB.  Trains depart Montauk at 3:30pm and 5:37pm.

I suggest riders bring two water bottles, some energy snacks/food for the ride, cell phone, extra $$ for rest stops/lunch/train fare and possibly a bike light for anyone contemplating taking the later train.  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) we can discuss options.  For example, if timing gets tight and you need to make the 3:30pm train, riders can opt out the loop to the lighthouse and Montauk Harbor which will cut off about 15 miles and about an hour of riding (see RwGPS route below).  For riders who would like to spend more time in Montauk after the ride, we can discuss lunch options and possibly a quick celebratory pint at Montauk Brewery.   

Pls note that the LIRR always reserves the right to limit the number of bikes they allow on each train (there are NO guarantees); however, I’ve done this ride many many times and never had a problem.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36679992 (link is external)

Ride out to Dunkin Donuts 

Text me I'll sign you in. 516-680-1052

This will be about a 32 mile, B ride to McDonald's in Manorville. Distance and average are wind dependent. 

SHORT -- GULP and GO Water stops IF NECESSARY: 2 going & 1 on way back. 

Pulls appreciated. 

This ride will come in with a high B AVERAGE or low B/B+ AVERAGE.

Generally the pace is 16.5 on the flats — slower on the ups and faster on the downs.

Repeat of Last weeks ride doing the loop around the lake with our stop at mile 25 at Dunkin Dounuts.

Text if you are coming.

Joanna

We will be leaving the bank heading to Babylon.  Our rest stops will be at the Dock and Islip Beach.  Please bring snacks and drinks for this ride.   This is a B ride that will average around 15.5 mph with road speeds that will reach 17 to 19 mph. 

If you have any questions call or text Mike at 516 448-8545.

Park in the overflow lot across from the RR station for a mostly flat ride to Bellport for our break. check for any changes which would be posted by 7 am. contact me if you have any questions. 

Kreb to the North.  New start time: 9am!

I cleaned up the map via Strava.  I think it is now accurate and correct.  Check it out and download it.

https://www.strava.com/routes/3017486149305945720 (link is external)

A steady 20 -23 mph cruise.  I hope to see you.

Route:  Calverton 41 - A bike ride in Suffolk County, NY (ridewithgps.com)

This will be a mild ride. Mileage could be less. No offcial stop planned, so bring plenty of water and snacks. It will mainly be off road, expect singletrack, doubletrack, some sand, gravel, and some road. You might have to dismount in a couple of places for obstacles. I highly recommend wider tires, 40mm and wider. Gravel, mountain and Fat Bikes are welcome. No one gets dropped. Please contact me if you have any questions.

Ride originally listed for Friday was changed to Saturday.  Off to Nettie's, with outdoor seating areas and indoor bathrooms.  To join this ride, text Bill G. at 631-356-3036 with your full name and date of ride. Check for changes the day of the ride, which would be posted by 07:45am.

Ride to the ever popular Netties  (mile 17), for a treat.   

This ride is fairly flat so the road speed will be about 16 with an average of 14.5 to 15.  

Any questions text 631 331 5642

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33403212 (link is external)

Fall foliage ride through Nissequogue and Head of the Harbor.

This route is hilly, but avoids the really steep climbs,  we go down Cordwood and Farm roads.

Pace will be a B effort, ride average will be lower due to the climbs.

Group stays together, nobody gets dropped, wait-ups on the climbs as needed.

There's no deli stop, but we will have a short snack stop at Cordwood Park.

Any ride changes will be posted by 7am the morning of the ride.

Please Rsvp with name, mem#, emergency# and cell# to 631-655-5447,  or sign-up at the ride start.

SBRA / RGPS :  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41262095 (link is external)