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| Date | Ride | Dist. Opts & Classifications | Description | Meeting Time | Meeting Place | Leader | Co-leader |
| April 3 & 10 | Informal, leaderless rides | Varies |
Route and distance to be determined by those who show up. |
10:00am |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
n/a | |
| April 17 & 24 | Informal, leaderless rides | Varies | Route and distance to be determined by those who show up. | 10:00am |
Williston Central School Williston |
n/a | |
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Sun May 01 |
Covered Bridges of Chittenden County |
23 mi (E) 30 mi (E/M) 36 mi (M) |
Options for riding the gentle rolling hills through Shelburne and Charlotte with the longer ride going through Ferrisburgh. All rides stop at the Old Brick Store in Charlotte for a tasty treat. Visit up to four covered bridges in Chittenden County. Co-sponsored by the Vermont Bicycle and Pedestrian Coalition. |
9:45am |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington Note: if it rains on Sat, the start may need to move due to events being held at the park on Sat being moved to Sun. |
David
Jacobowiz david.jacobowitz@uvm.edu 578-8803 |
Art Michalek artmichalek@yahoo.com 716-308-4391 |
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Sat May 07 (New) |
Introductory Ride for new riders | 12 mi to 20 mi | A leisurely pace for folks new to road cycling. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group. | 10:00am |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
Viola Chu hviolachu@gmail.com 399-2352 |
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Sun May 08 |
Vergennes Voyager |
26 mi (E) 39 mi (E/M) |
A rural ride running along Otter Creek to Middlebury for a bakery stop. The longer ride rolls out by Kingsland Bay State Park before heading south to Middlebury. There may be a short unpaved section, but no big hills. | 9:45am |
Vergennes H.S., east parking lot Vergennes |
John Bertelsen jo.bertel@gmail.com 864-0101 |
Karla Ferrelli karla.ferrelli@gmail.com 864-0101 |
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Sun May 15 |
St. Albans Explorer |
35 mi (E/M) 50 mi (M/S) |
Light, rolling hills with beautiful views by the lake. The 35 mile route goes to St. Albans Bay Park and returns, while the 50 mile route continues on to Swanton and back. There is a short dirt section. |
9:45am |
Georgia Park and Ride |
Kerry Crosby crosbykn@comcast.net 578-3249 |
Donna Leban lightspd@comcast.net 865-2839 |
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Sat May 21 (New) |
Introductory Ride for new riders | 12 mi to 20 mi | A leisurely pace for folks new to road cycling. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group. | 10:00am |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
Dorothy Pumo dpumo5@gmail.com 735-1836 |
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Sun May 22 |
Note: Map does not match cue sheet, due to Lake Champlain flooding. |
50 mi (E/M) 60 mi (M) |
One of our flattest rides, the 60 mile loop heads up from Grand Isle over the Rouse’s Point Bridge and down through scenic, low-traffic lakeside roads in New York. The short ride (50 miles) circles Isle LaMotte and returns on the Vermont side. | 9:15am |
Grand Isle Ferry South Hero Carpooling encouraged, consider UVM, Dorset St Park or Colchester Park & Ride. |
Phyl Newbeck phyl@together.net 899-2908 |
Matt Kuivinen mattkui@earthlink.net 881-9045 |
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Sat May 28 |
Kingsland Bay |
35 mi (EM) 46 mi (M) |
A nice spring ramble. The 35 mile ride rolls from Shelburne through Charlotte to Kingsland Bay Park and returns. The 46 mile ride heads towards Vergennes and climbs to Monkton Ridge, returning through Hinesburg. |
9:15am |
Shelburne Village Shopping Ctr Shelburne |
Amy Otten amyotten@netscape.com 878-4070 |
Ralph Kilmoyer 878-4070 |
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Sat Jun 4 (New) |
Introductory Ride for new riders | 12 mi to 20mi | A leisurely pace for folks new to road cycling. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group. | 10:00am |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
John Bertelsen jo.bertel@gmail.com 864-0101 |
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Sun Jun 5 |
Hinesburg Hollow |
25 mi (M) 47 mi (M/S) |
This route travels south through Huntington to Hinesburg Hollow. The short route returns to Richmond via North Road while the long route continues through North Ferrisburgh to the Lake and back through Hinesburg. | 8:45am |
Williston Central School Williston |
Tom Kennedy etomkennedy@gmail.com 735-5359 |
Viola Chu hviolachu@gmail.com 399-2352 |
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Sun Jun 12 |
Grand Isles Flats and Picnic |
26 mi (E/M) 50 mi (M) |
A 26 mile ride circles Grand
Isle via the west and east shores and includes some dirt. The 50 mile
option goes to the Shrine at Isle LaMotte before returning.
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8:45am |
Folsom School
South Hero Carpooling encouraged, consider UVM, Dorset St Park or Colchester Park & Ride. |
Amy Otten amyotten@netscape.com 878-4070 |
Helen Douglas bikehelen@sbcglobal.net 862-7722 |
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Sat Jun 18 (New) |
Introductory Ride for new riders | 12 mi to 20 mi | A leisurely pace for folks new to road cycling. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group. | 10:00am |
Dorset Park Dirt Lot So. Burlington |
Art Michalek artmichalek@yahoo.com 716-308-4391 |
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Sun Jun 19 |
Jaunt from Jasper Mine |
40 mi (E/M) 60 mi (M/S) |
This rolling hill ride passes through Georgia and Milton before heading to St. Albans Bay for a lunch break and over to Swanton. The shorter version turns around after the lunch stop. This ride has a short stretch along the shore of the Lamoille River and a longer stretch along Lake Champlain. | 9:45am |
East end of Jasper Mine Road Colchester |
Warren Coolidge wcoolidge@myfairpoint.net 735-1836 |
Dorothy Pumo dpumo5@gmail.com 735-1836 |
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Sun Jun 26 (New) |
Ride to Hope Cemetery |
40 mi (M) 60 mi (M/S) |
Join us for either a 40 mile or 60 mile somewhat hilly ride from Montpelier to the Hope Cemetery in Barre to view some of the greatest examples of memorial artwork and craftsmanship in the country. | 8:45am |
Montpelier H.S. Montpelier |
Leslie Carew carew@champlain.edu 865-2805 |
Donna Leban lightspd@comcast.net 865-2839 |
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Sat Jul 2 (New) |
Introductory Ride for new riders | 12 mi to 20 mi | A leisurely pace for folks new to road cycling. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group. | 10:00am |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
Matt Kuivinen mattkui@earthlink.net 881-9045 |
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Sun Jul 3 |
Covered Bridges of Franklin and Lamoille County |
41 mi (E/M) 55 mi (M/S) |
See as many as ten covered bridges on this ride. The 41 miles loop goes through Eden and Johnson, while the 55 mile ride passes more covered bridges in Montgomery Center, returning through Bakersfield. | 8:45am |
Jeffersonville Fish & Wildlife Access
Jeffersonville |
Phyl Newbeck phyl@together.net 899-2908 |
Matt Kuivinen mattkui@earthlink.net 881-9045 |
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Sun Jul 10 |
Double Ferry |
42
mi (M/S) 80 mi (S) |
Both rides start from Burlington and head down to Charlotte on a combination of roads and bike paths. Riders will take the Charlotte Ferry to Essex, NY. The hilly terrain on the New York side brings beautiful views of the lake, followed by a return trip on either the Burlington (shorter ride) or Grand Isle Ferry (longer ride). Bring money for the ferries |
8:30am (time may change based on ferry schedule – check back) |
King Street Ferry Dock Burlington |
Matt Kuivinen mattkui@earthlink.net 881-9045 |
Larry
Coletti lvcoletti@hotmail.com 865-2383 |
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Sat Jul 16 (New) |
Introductory Ride for new riders | 12 mi to 20 mi | A leisurely pace for folks new to road cycling. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group. | 10:00am |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
Tom Kennedy etomkennedy@gmail.com 735-5359 |
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Sun Jul 17 |
Stowe Sojourn |
38 mi (M) 63 mi (S) |
Two rides beginning in Stowe. The shorter ride goes through Morrisville, Hyde Park and Johnson. The longer makes a loop to Craftsbury. Enjoy the low traffic and scenic towns. Finish with ice cream at the scoop shop in Stowe. |
8:45am | Stowe Post Office |
Kerry Crosby crosbykn@comcast.net 578-3249 |
Viola Chu hviolachu@gmail.com 399-2352 |
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Sun Jul 24 |
Willsboro Wanderer |
35 mi (E/M) 50 mi (M/S) |
Both options ride on hilly terrain and on low-traffic roads in New York. There are two potential stops for ice cream. Bring money for the ferry and food stops. The shorter version of this ride skips the big hill out of Willsboro. |
8:30am (for the 9am ferry) |
Ferry parking lot Charlotte |
Matt Kuivinen mattkui@earthlink.net 881-9045 |
Donna Leban lightspd@comcast.net 865-2839 |
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Sun Jul 31 |
Almost to Canada |
30 mi (M) 60 mi (S) |
Nice riding in northwestern Vermont near Lake Carmi. Both mileage options go through Morse's Line and then Franklin where some can stop for a food break. The shorter ride returns on route 120 and 105 through Sheldon. The long ride goes up to Richford (with another potential food stop) and returns on 105 through Enosburg Falls. |
8:45am |
Highgate Elementary School Carpooling encouraged, consider Richmond or Colchester Prk & Rides. |
Bob Ray |
Leslie Carew carew@champlain.edu 865-2805 |
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Sat Aug 6 |
Introductory Ride for new riders | 12 mi to 20 mi | A leisurely pace for folks new to road cycling. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group. | 9:00am |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
Art Michalek artmichalek@yahoo.com 716-308-4391 |
Donna Leban lightspd@comcast.net 865-2839 |
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Sat Aug 6 |
** NEW **
Upper Valley Weekend Day 1 Woodstock Wandering |
40 mi (M/S) 50 mi (S) |
A ride through the rolling hills of South Woodstock, Brownsville, Hartland and into Quechee. The shorter ride will return to Woodstock via River Road. The longer ride continues to West Hartford and through Pomfret before returning to Woodstock. After the ride, cyclists can camp out Pat and Tom’s camp in South Royalton, stay at an area hotel, or return home. There is a $10 fee for camping, part of which might be refunded. |
9:30am |
Billings Farm Museum |
Bryan Harrington alpinefogman@yahoo.com 899-2908 |
Pat Stabler
& Tom Evers everstab@verizon.net 225-8951 |
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Sun Aug 7 |
Upper Valley Weekend Day 2 Windsor County Cruising |
42 mi (M/S) 56 mi (S) |
After a short warm up, the ride will tackle Howe Hill and ride through Pomfret (nearly to Woodstock). At Rt.12 is a sharp right turn and the ride will head up the valley to Barnard where an ideal lunch stop awaits at Silver Lake. The ride continues via North Road with its wonderful views and long descent into Bethel. The short ride returns to South Royalton. The longer variation with climbing is also available. | 9:30am |
North side of Green South Royalton (Pls. DO NOT park in front of church or businesses) Consider carpooling from the Richmond Park & Ride (Exit 11, I-89). |
Bryan Harrington alpinefogman@yahoo.com 899-2908 |
Pat Stabler
& Tom Evers everstab@verizon.net 225-8951 |
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Sun Aug 7 |
Meandres et Beaux Villages |
60mi (M/S) |
A tour of pretty villages – a 60 mile ride across the Canadian border. Bring your passport or the required customs documents. We’ll stop in Mystic for brunch and pass many farms along the way. There is some dirt – about 4 miles total - and a couple of hills. |
9:30am |
Highgate Elementary School Highgate I-89 north to exit 21 in Swanton, Rt 78 east to Highgate Ctr, left on 207 North, Elementary School on left. |
Bob Ray rray.post@yahoo.com 735-5101 |
Leslie Carew carew@champlain.edu 865-2805 |
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Sat Aug 13 |
Introductory Ride for new riders | 12 mi to 20 mi | A leisurely pace for folks new to road cycling. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group. | 9:00am |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
Viola Chu hviolachu@gmail.com 735-7924 |
Lou Bresee lakelou@adelphia.net 658-0597 |
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Sat Aug 13 |
Montgomery Magic |
45 (M/S) 36 (M) |
This loop from Montgomery includes challenging hills on Route 105 and 242. End the day at any one of the number of eateries in Montgomery. | 9:00am |
Montgomery Town Hall Montgomery |
Bob Ray rray.post@yahoo.com 735-5101 |
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Sun Aug 14 |
St. Albans Explorer |
35mi (E/M) 50mi (M/S) |
Light, rolling hills with beautiful views by the lake. The 35 mile route goes to St. Albans Bay Park and returns, while the 50 mile route continues on to Swanton and back. |
8:45am |
Georgia Park and Ride Carpooling encouraged, consider Colchester Prk & Ride, UVM, or Dorset Street Park. |
Larry
Coletti lvcoletti@hotmail.com 865-2383 |
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Sun Aug 21 |
** NEW ** Hardwick Highlights |
30mi (E/M) 60mi (M/S) 60mi (S) |
The shorter ride goes to Craftsbury Common while the medium continues to Orleans and the long ride heads all the way to Newport. |
9:00am |
Hardwick Elem. School |
John Bertelsen jo.bertel@gmail.com 864-0101 |
Karla Ferrelli karla.ferrelli@gmail.com 864-0101 |
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Sun Aug 28 |
Waitsfield and Waterfalls |
35mi (E) 60mi (M/S) |
Enjoy a scenic tour through the countryside of Waitsfield and Warren with a visit to Moss Glen Falls. Turn around at the falls for a 35 mile ride or continue up Middlebury Gap with a stop at Texas Falls before turning around for a 60 mile ride. A stop at the Warren Store is always popular and the general store in Hancock provides an additional respite for those on the long ride. | 8:45am |
Waitsfield Elem School Waitsfield Consider carpooling from the Richmond Park & Ride (Exit 11, I-89). |
Leslie Carew carew@champlain.edu 865-2805 |
Lou Bresee lakelou@adelphia.net 658-0597 |
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Sun Sep 4 |
Addison Ambler |
45mi (M) 60mi (S) |
This route travels south from Vergennes to Weybridge via Route 125 and then west to Bridport and West Addison and back to Vergennes on quiet roads. The longer ride has approximately two miles of dirt. | 9:15am |
Vergennes Union High School Vergennes Park in east parking lot. |
Amy Otten amyotten@netscape.com 878-4070 |
Ralph Kilmoyer 878-4070 |
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Sat Sep 10 |
** NEW ** NEK weekend - Moose Country Meandering |
67mi (S) |
A loop up through Norton and
Canaan on routes 114, 102 and 105 with (hopefully) more moose than
cars. Camping is available at Pat and Tom's house just outside East Burke; early birds get beds or floor space in the house. BYOB drinks and/or potluck BBQ for anyone who is interested on Saturday afternoon/evening. There is a $15 fee for camping, part of which might be refunded.
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9:30am |
Island Pond Visitor Ctr Island Pond |
Pat Stabler
& Tom Evers everstab@verizon.net 225-8951 |
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Sun Sep 11 |
** NEW ** NEK weekend - Willoughby Wanderings |
30mi (M) 47mi (M/S) |
A ride up through Sutton and Barton, along the shore of Lake Willoughby and through part of Willoughby State Forest. The shorter version of the ride returns to Burke via Route 5. | 9:30am |
East Burke Sports,
Pub Outback and East Burke Storage East Burke |
Pat Stabler
& Tom Evers everstab@verizon.net 225-8951 |
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Sun Sep 18 |
Century Day |
62mi (M) 100mi (S) |
Three rides, all following the same route for the first 25 miles with a food stop in Bristol. The Metric Century is 62 miles (M) via Bristol and Vergennes. The full Century is 100 miles (S) traveling down to the Crown Point Bridge and returning through the Champlain Valley. Those looking for an extra challenge can do the Double Gap Century which is 113 miles and includes the Middlebury and Appalachian Gaps. | 7:30am |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
Viola Chu hviolachu@gmail.com 735-7924 Metric Century Leader |
Tom Kennedy etomkennedy@gmail.com 735-5359 |
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Sun Sep 25 |
East of Eden |
50mi (M/S) 60mi (M/S) |
Ride 50 or 60 miles through the rolling hills around Eden with your choice of a long, gradual climb up Route 105 or a shorter, steeper route up to Jay Peak. Take a break for fresh baked goods in Montgomery. | 9:45am |
Eden Elementary School Eden Rt 100, about ½ mile south of Rt 118. |
Steve
Barner sjbarner@gmavt.net 434-4497 |
Phyl Newbeck phyl@together.net 899-2908 |
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Sat Oct 1 |
Touring Party at Amy and Ralph’s house |
Touring riders and significant others are invited to a pot luck – soft drinks provided. | 6:00pm |
Amy Otten amyotten@netscape.com 878-4070 |
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Sun Oct 2 |
Informal leaderless rides |
Route and
distance to be determined by those who show up. |
10:00am |
Williston Central School Williston |
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Sun Oct 9 |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
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Sun Oct 16 |
Jericho Elementary School Jericho |
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Sun Oct 23 |
Dorset Park Dirt Parking Lot So. Burlington |
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Sun Oct 30 |
Williston Central School Williston |
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