Tom Kennedy

802-735-5359 / etomkennedy@gmail.com

Upcoming events

Covered Bridges of Franklin and Lamoille County

08/13/2017 8:45 am - 08/13/2017 8:46 am

Leader: Phyl; Co-Leader: Tom

The hilly 41-mile loop (M) goes through Eden and Johnson, while the 55-mile ride (M/S) passes more covered bridges in Montgomery Center, returning through Bakersfield.

Jeffersonville Fish and Wildlife Access (3/10^th mile north of Route 15 and Route 108 intersection, across the bridge).

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June 27 - July 03

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Tues Training Rides
All day
06/27/2017
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
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Wed Training Rides
All day
06/28/2017
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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Westford Village
6:30 pm-8:00 pm
06/29/2017
1 Bixby Hill Rd, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA
1 Bixby Hill Rd, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

http://thegmbc.com/timetrial/courses/WestfordVillage.html
Timers: K Bessett, D White
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Saturday Training Rides
All day
07/01/2017
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
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Rouse’s Point Rouser
8:45 am-8:46 am
07/02/2017
Brian Howard
Matt Kuivinen
5-7 Gordons Landing, Grand Isle, VT 05458, USA
5-7 Gordons Landing, Grand Isle, VT 05458, USA

http://thegmbc.com/touring/Routes%20Data/GMBC-RousesPointRouser2013.pdf
Leader: Matt; Co-Leader: Brian
The mostly flat 60 mile (M) loop heads up from Grand Isle over the Rouse’s Point Bridge and down through scenic, low-traffic lakeside roads in New York and returns via the Grand Isle Ferry. The short ride (50 miles – E/M) circles Isle LaMotte and returns on the Vermont side. Both the leader and co-leader will ride the long loop.
Meet at Grand Isle Ferry Parking Lot. Those coming from the Burlington area may consider carpooling from UVM or Dorset Park, South Burlington.
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Upcoming events

Tues Training Rides

Wed Training Rides

Westford Village

Saturday Training Rides

Rouse’s Point Rouser