Tom Kennedy

802-735-5359 / etomkennedy@gmail.com

< 2017 >

August 16 - August 22

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Wed Training Rides
All day
08/16/2017
Wheeler Natural Area (dirt parking lot)
1707-1713 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA

http://thegmbc.com/event/wed-training-rides/
The GMBC Wednesday evening rides start and finish in South Burlington, Wheeler Dirt Lot (see map) and travel through Shelburne and Charlotte. Groups (12 or fewer) form based on estimated average speed. The emphasis is on sharing the road and riding responsibly while getting a good workout on the bike. All groups ride the same route each week; the fastest group starts first. Specifics for each ride (e.g. start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list.
Are these rides for me? These rides are recommended for people with some experience riding in a group. Serious effort (within each individual’s ability) is expected, but these rides are for anyone who likes a good workout and is able to maintain at least a 15 mph average, i.e. non-racers welcome! Faster groups are likely to have some individuals driving the pace and they may not regroup. Riders off the pace may drop back and ride with the following group. The last group will usually regroup at a few key points and usually tries to avoid leaving anyone behind. If you want a faster, strictly racer/hammerhead ride, consider the Tuesday Evening Training Ride.
Average speed guidelines:
- Group A: average speed 20-22+ mph
- Group B: average speed 17-20+ mph
- Group C: average speed 15-17 mph with regrouping at key locations
Route: 28.1 mi / 450 ft ascent. Route may be shortened or changed in early and late seasons.
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
- Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
- Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
- Late season (September until ??): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
- Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride
Disclaimer: Ride at your own risk. GMBC provides guidance on safe group riding and sharing the road, but assumes no liability. It is your responsibility to know and adhere to Vermont laws.
GMBC is volunteer-based and sometimes volunteers cannot make the ride. This may lead to groups not being formed and the lack of regrouping points on the ride. We encourage you to talk before the ride, form groups, talk about safety and have a great ride!
- Start: Wheeler Dirt Lot on Swift St, South Burlington (see map)
- Park: Usually in the lot unless another event moves us closer to Cairn’s Arena
Questions? Send John an email
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Jonesville 3
6:30 pm-8:00 pm
08/17/2017
4777-5255 US-2, Waterbury, VT 05676, USA
4777-5255 US-2, Waterbury, VT 05676, USA

http://thegmbc.com/timetrial/courses/Jonesville.html
Timers: A Lesage, J Williams
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Saturday Training Rides
All day
08/19/2017
Cannot determine address at this location.
Cannot determine address at this location.

http://thegmbc.com/event/sat-training-rides/
The GMBC Saturday (VP) rides are longer rides compared to the evening training rides. Routes vary each week and often have significant climbs. Groups (12 or fewer) form based on estimated average speed. The emphasis is on sharing the road and riding responsibly while getting a good workout on the bike. Specifics for each ride (e.g. start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list.
Are these rides for me? These rides are recommended for people with some experience riding in a group. Serious effort (within each individual’s ability) is expected, but these rides are for anyone who likes a good workout and is able to maintain at least a 15 mph average, i.e. non-racers welcome! The riders regroup at a few key points and usually try to avoid leaving anyone behind. If you want a faster, strictly racer/hammerhead ride, consider the Tuesday Evening Training Ride. Another alternative for both fast riders who want a break from climbing App Gap, as well as riders who prefer a more moderate pace and distance are the Touring Rides (usually on Sundays). Touring rides typically become longer and have more climbing as the season progresses.
Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
Disclaimer: Ride at your own risk. GMBC provides guidance on safe group riding and sharing the road, but assumes no liability. It is your responsibility to know and adhere to Vermont laws.
GMBC is volunteer-based and sometimes volunteers cannot make the ride. This may lead to groups not being formed and the lack of regrouping points on the ride. We encourage you to talk before the ride, form groups, talk about safety and have a great ride!
- Questions? Send John an email
Upper Valley Weekend
All day
08/19/2017-08/20/2017
Tom Evers
Pat Stabler
247-319 Chelsea St, South Royalton, VT 05068, USA
247-319 Chelsea St, South Royalton, VT 05068, USA

http://thegmbc.com/event/upper-valley-weekend/
Enjoy a weekend of bike touring in the Upper Valley. You may ride on either Saturday (Horse Country Ride) or Sunday (Pomfret Perambulations) or do both rides. After the Saturday ride, cyclists can camp out in South Royalton, stay at an area hotel, or return home. There is a $10 fee for camping, part of which might be refunded. Talk to Pat and Tom to get more info about the camping.
Horse Country Ride
9:15 am-9:16 am
08/19/2017
Tom Evers
Pat Stabler
49-73 S Windsor St, South Royalton, VT 05068, USA
49-73 S Windsor St, South Royalton, VT 05068, USA

http://thegmbc.com/touring/Routes%20Data/GMBC-Horse-Country-Ride-2015.pdf
Leader: Pat; Co-Leader: Tom
All 3 rides start in South Royalton. The short ride (26 M) will travel north to Chelsea and return; the medium (40 M/S) continues up Route 110 to the top of the hill in Washington and back; and the long ride (51 S) goes to Chelsea, up to the Vershire heights, then down into the CT river valley, back through Strafford and Sharon to S. Royalton. There are two country stores in Chelsea, and additional ones in W. Fairlee and Strafford on the long ride. Meet at the North side of the South Royalton Green.
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Upper Valley Weekend
All day
08/19/2017-08/20/2017
Tom Evers
Pat Stabler
247-319 Chelsea St, South Royalton, VT 05068, USA
247-319 Chelsea St, South Royalton, VT 05068, USA

http://thegmbc.com/event/upper-valley-weekend/
Enjoy a weekend of bike touring in the Upper Valley. You may ride on either Saturday (Horse Country Ride) or Sunday (Pomfret Perambulations) or do both rides. After the Saturday ride, cyclists can camp out in South Royalton, stay at an area hotel, or return home. There is a $10 fee for camping, part of which might be refunded. Talk to Pat and Tom to get more info about the camping.
Pomfret Perambulations
9:00 am-9:01 am
08/20/2017
Bryan Harrington
Tom Evers
Pat Stabler
49-73 S Windsor St, South Royalton, VT 05068, USA
49-73 S Windsor St, South Royalton, VT 05068, USA

http://thegmbc.com/touring/Routes%20Data/GMBC-Pomfret-Perambulations.pdf
Leader: Bryan; Co-Leaders: Pat and Tom
This 50-mile ride (M/S) heads up Howe Hill, then down the lovely Pomfret Road to West Hartford and the White River. After a climb over the hill to Woodstock, we’ll ride along River Road to pick up Route 12. Another climb will bring you into Barnard and a stop at the excellent general store by lovely Silver Lake. North Road provides you with some lovely views to the west, then back 107 to 14 to the Royalton green. Meet on the north side of South Royalton Green.
Bound for Bristol Bakery
9:15 am-9:16 am
08/20/2017
Amy Ross
24 Gardner Cir, Hinesburg, VT 05461, USA
24 Gardner Cir, Hinesburg, VT 05461, USA

http://thegmbc.com/touring/Routes%20Data/GMBC-BoundForBristolBakery.pdf
Leader: TBD; Co-Leader: Amy
This 40-mile (M) ride takes low traffic roads from Hinesburg to Bristol. Those doing the short loop (27 miles) can stop at the Bristol Bakery for an out and back but those on the longer loop will add a loop through New Haven and Bristol before earning their pastries. Meet: Clifford Lumber, across the road from the Hinesburg General Store, Route 116. Up to 10 cars may park at the store in the very back of the store lot. Please do not block access to store patrons!
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Tues Training Rides
All day
08/22/2017
Kevin Bessett
1813 Round Church Rd, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
1813 Round Church Rd, Richmond, VT 05477, USA

http://thegmbc.com/event/tues-training-rides/
Looking for a weekly training ride to get the blood pumping? The GMBC Tuesday evening training rides travel through Richmond, Hinesburg, Huntington and Williston mostly on roads with light to mild traffic.
Is this training ride for me? Tuesday’s ride is for racers and/or hammer-heads. If you can maintain 18+ mph for 1.5+ hours, you’ll be fine. There will be areas of pace-line at 25+ mph on flats and regrouping points. Consider the Wednesday night ride if this ride is not to your liking.
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
- Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
- Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
- Late season (September until ??): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
- Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride
Disclaimer: Ride at your own risk. GMBC provides guidance on safe group riding and sharing the road, but assumes no liability. It is your responsibility to know and adhere to Vermont laws.
GMBC is volunteer-based and sometimes volunteers cannot make the ride. This may lead to groups not being formed and the lack of regrouping points on the ride. We encourage you to talk before the ride, form groups, talk about safety and have a great ride!
Where to Start, Park, and Ride
- Start at the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map)
- Parking is limited at the Round Church. Please keep the noise down so as not to disturb the nearby house. Alternate parking includes the Richmond Park and Ride, the US Post Office, Town Center and Volunteer’s Green
- Rides vary. Links to some routes are listed below but become familiar with the roads beforehand in case of separation from the group. If you decide to drop out or change your route, let someone know beforehand.
  CVU Route (w/ hill repeat option), 26 mi / 1302 ft ascent
  Fast Dirt and Moderate Climbs, 31 mi / 1096 ft ascent
  App Gap and Back, 36 mi / 2333 ft ascent
  Long Cruising Ride, 31 mi / 1447 ft ascent
Other Info
- Share the Road!
- Groups of <= 12 according to speed/fitness
- Know how to ride in a pack.
- Questions: send Kevin an email
Practice Crit 4
5:30 pm-8:00 pm
08/22/2017
Andre Sturm
4 Gauthier Dr, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA
4 Gauthier Dr, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

http://cpanel3.neonova.net/~wwwthegmbc/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/GMBC_PCrit_Raceflyer_2017.pdf
For more information on entry fees, categories, course, times, etc. please see the Practice Crit page.

Wed Training Rides

Jonesville 3

Saturday Training Rides

Upper Valley Weekend

Horse Country Ride

Upper Valley Weekend

Pomfret Perambulations

Bound for Bristol Bakery

Tues Training Rides

Practice Crit 4