*** Route Shortened ***

It's going to be a hot day tomorrow, so I'm shortening the route to about 55 miles by eliminating the New Suffolk loop. We'll pick up Sound Avenue right from the ride start.

Old school Shelter Island BBB route leaving from Mattituck.

Route heads out to Greenport via Soundview Ave.

The North Ferry takes us over to Shelter Island, grand tour of SI, returning on the ferry to Greenport for lunch.

Please bring plenty of water and snacks, and $6 for the round-trip ferry fare. 

Route is flat-to-rolling to and from Greenport, and rolling-to-hilly on Shelter Island.

Ride will be done at a moderate B pace, group stays together and nobody gets dropped. 

Please RSVP by texting your name, mem#, emergency#, cell# to 631-655-5447, or sign-up the morning of the ride.

Meet at Mattituck Marketplace Shopping Plaza, corner Main Rd and Factory Ave. 

SBRA / RGPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30399486

We will mix it up this week. Dune Road loop, but in reverse.  We will end with Dune road heading West.

See you there! 

https://www.strava.com/routes/3111708873500616038

With the predicted hot and unstable weather, let's get out on the roads early.  IF, you haven't done the Thunderbirds Rides, here's your chance; we'll keep the pace in the B/B+ range this time. And you'll get to ride on less-traveled roads without tons of traffic lights. Or, if you haven't ridden with us in awhile - here's your chance! Note: this will be a paceline ride!

So, here's the details: We'll ride out to Briermere Farms zig-zagging our way out to the fields, leading us out to Briermere. After a stop at Briermere to sample their goodies, we'll head our way home through the fields, hitting the Little Goat Rise. This eventually will lead us to River and Old River Roads and the finish in Manorville.

Let's get out the word and get a good group together! The more riders, the less work for each rider!   

Who knows, maybe if this ride goes large enough, we can get our picture on the cover of the Rolling Wheels !   https://youtu.be/gUjcjUF-urU

Allons-y!

Join me for this will be a C+ ride, which will average 12.0 - 12.7, partly depending on the winds, the riders, etc. Since the exact route will be determined at the start, so there will not be a cue sheet for this ride. We will ride part of Dune Road (direction determined by the winds that day) and then take our break in Westhampton at the Beach Bakery, where bathrooms and food are available.  

NOTE #1: I am limiting the number of riders on my rides, so you must 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; NO, ride is filled. CELL #: 631-523-2129.

A steady 20 - 24mph cruise on the flats (22 works well.)  The rider up front decides--emphasis on steady.

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

Changing the ride start time to 9:00 due to heat....Riding out to Manorville stopping at DD.. we stay together .

Oakdale RR to Bellport Dock - 30 miles

Ride starts at Oakdale RR station and goes to Bellport.  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:  Shelby’s Kitchen in Bellport Village - 16 miles

Bathroom break:  Corey Beach - 16 miles

My cell number is 631-835-0676

Off to beautiful Orient Point State Park. The park has ocean views, picnic tables and rest rooms. Bring snacks and drinks.  On our return we stop at an historic slave cemetary, than a lunch stop at the Orient General Store, which has reasonably priced delicious sandwiches, and outside tables.  There will also be a short stop to view a lighthouse on the L.I. Sound.  To join this ride, text Bill G. at 631-356-3036 with your full name and date of ride.  Timewise, this is a long ride, so plan your day accordingly. Note: Strong winds or possible rain might slow the pace, change the entire ride, or cancel the ride.  Check the ride calendar the day of the ride for changes, which would be posted by 07:30am.

Ride through the Three Village area: Stony Brook, Setauket, Old Field

Country roads, rollers, water views. 

Ride should come in at a C+/B- pace, 13-14mph average, being slowed by hills, rollers and turns.  At times we will be cruising in the 17+mph range. 

Bring food and drink as there are no store stops.

Ride includes multiple breaks, at least 3.

Emma Clarke Library bathroom, at ride start, opens at 9:30am