UPDATE:  New ride start location and revised route posted 6/20/23 at 7:45pm.

I've made the ride start slightly further west (Speonk LIRR) to avoid Hamptons "contractor traffic" in the morn on Rte 27.  We can all sleep a little longer.  LOL   I also revised the route slightly to help shelter us from the forecsed east wind.   

If you intend to join this ride you must pre-register.  Pls call or txt me at 347-922-3824.

This is a very scenic ride with about 4,000 ft of climbing if we complete the full route.  I've created a new route which will allow for several "bail-out" options if we can't all complete the full course.  I am planning to make stops about every 25-30 miles for hydration, restrooms and food but this may change as "nature" calls.  Avg speed should be on the upper end of the B/B+ range (close to 17 mph) with a max cruising speed of 20; however, this is always subject to change based on weather conditions.

Please pack proper hydration (at least 2 water bottles), food to eat along the way (Cliff Bars, trail mix, GU packs, etc), some $$ for lunch and ferry ride and a cell phone.

I will try to keep the group together and my intent is not to drop anyone; however, based on past experience, some riders may not be able to finish the full century+ for various reasons (muscle cramping, heat exhaustion, mechanical issues, etc.).  In this case, please have a back-up plan to get yourself home (spouse, friend, Uber, etc).  I also have a bail-out option once we reach the south fork.  There are several trains leaving Montauk in the afternoon which make all local stops back to Hampton Bays.  Riders can hop on at Montauk, Amagansett, East Hampton, Bridgehampton and Southampton.  Pls download the MTA TrainTime app so you can have access to the train schedule.

If anyone has any questions, please call.  Check website Tues evening for any possible changes.  As Norm always says "life happens

New Route posted at 7:45pm

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43369863

Same ride as last week unless the roads are paved on North Country. 

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43265531

Off to scenic Smithpoint and Osprey Point, both with great water views.  Bathroom stops at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge at miles 7 and 25, as well as at Smithpoint Beach. To join the ride, text Bill G. at 631-356-3036 with your full name and ride destination.  Check the ride calendar the day of the ride for changes, which would be posted by 07:45am.

Let's do a paceline ride out to Briermere for some baked goods and fun!

We'll try to get this ride in now, before the weather becomes touch and go! https://youtu.be/N0qTsqUhCXA

This will be a lightly rolling course, so come on out and ride!

Allons-y!

Islip Bank of America to West Bay Shore 23 miles

Ride starts at Islip Bank of America and goes to West Bay Shore.  This is a C+/B- ride, cruising at 14 to 16 mph to get an average of 13 to 14 mph.  Any changes will be posted at least 90 minutes before the ride.

Food:  No food break

Bathroom break:  No bathroom break

My cell number is 631-835-0676