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Covered Bridges of Franklin and Lamoille County
8:45 am-8:46 am
August 1, 2021
George Thabault
Tom Kennedy
Jeffersonville Fish and Wildlife Access
2-8 Vermont Rte 108, Jeffersonville, VT 05464, USA
2-8 Vermont Rte 108, Jeffersonville, VT 05464, USA
http://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-CoveredBridgesOfFranklinCty.pdf
Please pre-register for this ride here.
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. The Blue Bike Café in Montgomery is a great stop for espresso and pastries. There is also a grocery store in Montgomery.

Tues Training Rides
All day
August 3, 2021
Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/2021-08-03/
Please pre-register for this ride HERE.
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
Where to Start, Park, and Ride
Parking/Start – Parking area has changed to a new lot off Cochran Road, about 3/4 mile east of the ski area. When you sign up, you will get info on the new location.
Previous parking: In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church
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
For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.

Wed. Training Rides
6:00 pm-8:30 pm
August 4, 2021
John Williams
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA
https://www.mapmyride.com/us/south-burlington-vt/gmbc-wednesday-eve-ride-route-103813571
Please pre-register for this ride here.
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time.
- 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 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
- Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride
Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information.
Questions? Send John an email

Dunsmore
6:30 pm-8:00 pm
August 5, 2021
Kevin Bessett
https://thegmbc.com/timetrial/courses/dunsmore.htm
Pre-register for this TT here.
Timers: M & W Clifton
Results

Sat Training Rides
All day
August 7, 2021
John Williams
https://thegmbc.com/cal/sat-training-rides-june2021-2/2021-08-07/
Please pre-register for the Sat VP ride here.
Specifics for each ride (e.g. start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list usually by Thursday.
Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.

Buck Hollow and Beyond
8:45 am-8:46 am
August 8, 2021
Joyce McCutcheon
Dave Merchant
Milton High School
17 Rebecca Lander Dr, Milton, VT 05468, USA
17 Rebecca Lander Dr, Milton, VT 05468, USA
http://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-Buck_Hollow.pdf
Please pre-register for this ride here.
The 40-mile (M) route goes north to Fairfax, through Buck Hollow into Fairfield, returning via St. Albans. The longer loop (58 M/S) continues into Sheldon. There are potential food stops in St. Albans, Georgia and Fairfax.

Tues Training Rides
All day
August 10, 2021
Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/2021-08-10/
Please pre-register for this ride HERE.
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
Where to Start, Park, and Ride
Parking/Start – Parking area has changed to a new lot off Cochran Road, about 3/4 mile east of the ski area. When you sign up, you will get info on the new location.
Previous parking: In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church
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
For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.
Practice Crit
5:30 pm-8:00 pm
August 10, 2021
Andre Sturm
Water Tower Circle
101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA
101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA
http://whatsourtestdomain.com/practice-crits/
Please see Practice Crit page for complete information. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned event.

Wed. Training Rides
6:00 pm-8:30 pm
August 11, 2021
John Williams
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA
https://www.mapmyride.com/us/south-burlington-vt/gmbc-wednesday-eve-ride-route-103813571
Please pre-register for this ride here.
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time.
- 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 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
- Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride
Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information.
Questions? Send John an email

Jonesville 4
6:30 pm-8:00 pm
August 12, 2021
Kevin Bessett
https://thegmbc.com/timetrial/courses/Jonesville.html
Pre-register for this TT here.
Timer: K Bessett
Results

Sat Training Rides
All day
August 14, 2021
John Williams
https://thegmbc.com/cal/sat-training-rides-june2021-2/2021-08-14/
Please pre-register for the Sat VP ride here.
Specifics for each ride (e.g. start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list usually by Thursday.
Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.

Northeast Kingdom Adventure
8:45 am-8:46 am
August 15, 2021
Jeff Warner
Hilary Frost Warner
Caspian Lake Public Beach
125 Beach Rd, Greensboro, VT 05841, USA
125 Beach Rd, Greensboro, VT 05841, USA
https://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-NEKingdomLoop.pdf
Please pre-register for this ride here.
This 54-mile (M/S) ride explores re the southeast corner of the Northeast Kingdom, an area in transition from dairy farms to its next chapter. Interesting attractions include the Museum of Every Day Life and its new exhibit, “Knots” (mile 40). If you’d like to stop for tea at Perennial Pleasures (mile 49.6), reservations should be made in advance. There are stores available in Greensboro, Craftsbury (mile 8), Barton (mile 31), Glover (mile 34), and Greensboro Bend (mile 46).

Tues Training Rides
All day
August 17, 2021
Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/2021-08-17/
Please pre-register for this ride HERE.
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
Where to Start, Park, and Ride
Parking/Start – Parking area has changed to a new lot off Cochran Road, about 3/4 mile east of the ski area. When you sign up, you will get info on the new location.
Previous parking: In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church
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
For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.

Wed. Training Rides
6:00 pm-8:30 pm
August 18, 2021
John Williams
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA
https://www.mapmyride.com/us/south-burlington-vt/gmbc-wednesday-eve-ride-route-103813571
Please pre-register for this ride here.
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time.
- 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 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
- Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride
Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information.
Questions? Send John an email

Huntington 3
6:30 pm-8:00 pm
August 19, 2021
Kevin Bessett
https://thegmbc.com/timetrial/courses/Huntington.html
Pre-register for this TT here.
Timer: K Bessett
Results

Sat Training Rides
All day
August 21, 2021
John Williams
https://thegmbc.com/cal/sat-training-rides-june2021-2/2021-08-21/
Please pre-register for the Sat VP ride here.
Specifics for each ride (e.g. start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list usually by Thursday.
Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.

Tues Training Rides
All day
August 24, 2021
Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/2021-08-24/
Please pre-register for this ride HERE.
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
Where to Start, Park, and Ride
Parking/Start – Parking area has changed to a new lot off Cochran Road, about 3/4 mile east of the ski area. When you sign up, you will get info on the new location.
Previous parking: In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church
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
For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.
Practice Crit
5:30 pm-8:00 pm
August 24, 2021
Andre Sturm
Water Tower Circle
101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA
101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA
http://whatsourtestdomain.com/practice-crits/
Please see Practice Crit page for complete information. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned event.

Wed. Training Rides
6:00 pm-8:30 pm
August 25, 2021
John Williams
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA
https://www.mapmyride.com/us/south-burlington-vt/gmbc-wednesday-eve-ride-route-103813571
Please pre-register for this ride here.
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time.
- 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 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
- Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride
Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information.
Questions? Send John an email

Bolton Hill Climb
6:30 pm-8:00 pm
August 26, 2021
Kevin Bessett
https://thegmbc.com/timetrial/courses/BoltonValley.html
Pre-register for this TT here.
Timers: R Phillips, D White
Results

Sat Training Rides
All day
August 28, 2021
John Williams
https://thegmbc.com/cal/sat-training-rides-june2021-2/2021-08-28/
Please pre-register for the Sat VP ride here.
Specifics for each ride (e.g. start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list usually by Thursday.
Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.
CANCELED: NEK Weekend-Kingdom Lake View
9:15 am-9:16 am
August 28, 2021
Tom Evers
Pat Stabler
Island Pond Fishing Access
Island Pond Fish and Wildlife Access, VT 05846, USA
Island Pond Fish and Wildlife Access, VT 05846, USA
https://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-KingdomLakeViewLoop.pdf
We are sorry to announce that all rides for the NEK weekend are canceled this year.
Please pre-register for this ride here.
NOTE: The ride currently listed is changed from the originally posted ride.
Day 1 (Saturday) of the weekend event is Kingdom Lake View (50 miles).
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 also the Tiki Bar in East Burke which is not to be missed.

CANCELED: NEK Weekend-Willoughby Wanderings
9:00 am-9:01 am
August 29, 2021
Tom Evers
Pat Stabler
Mike’s Tiki Bar parking
44 Belden Hill Rd, East Burke, VT 05832, USA
44 Belden Hill Rd, East Burke, VT 05832, USA
https://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-WilloughbyWanderings.pdf
We are sorry to announce that all rides for the NEK weekend are canceled for this year.
Please pre-register for this ride here.
NEK weekend – Day 2 – Willoughby Wanderings – 47-mile (M/S) ride up through Sutton and Barton, along the shore of Lake Willoughby and through part of Willoughby State Forest. A 30-mile (M) version of the ride returns to Burke via Route 5.
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 also the Tiki Bar in East Burke which is not to be missed.

Tues Training Rides
All day
August 31, 2021
Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/2021-08-31/
Please pre-register for this ride HERE.
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
Where to Start, Park, and Ride
Parking/Start – Parking area has changed to a new lot off Cochran Road, about 3/4 mile east of the ski area. When you sign up, you will get info on the new location.
Previous parking: In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church
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
For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.

S	M	Tu	W	Th	F	S
1 Covered Bridges of Franklin and Lamoille County 8:45 am-8:46 am August 1, 2021 George Thabault Tom Kennedy Jeffersonville Fish and Wildlife Access 2-8 Vermont Rte 108, Jeffersonville, VT 05464, USA 2-8 Vermont Rte 108, Jeffersonville, VT 05464, USA http://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-CoveredBridgesOfFranklinCty.pdf Please pre-register for this ride here. 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. The Blue Bike Café in Montgomery is a great stop for espresso and pastries. There is also a grocery store in Montgomery.	2	3 Tues Training Rides All day August 3, 2021 Kevin Bessett Richmond Round Church 457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA 457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/2021-08-03/ Please pre-register for this ride HERE. 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 Where to Start, Park, and Ride Parking/Start – Parking area has changed to a new lot off Cochran Road, about 3/4 mile east of the ski area. When you sign up, you will get info on the new location. Previous parking: In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church 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 For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.	4 Wed. Training Rides 6:00 pm-8:30 pm August 4, 2021 John Williams Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot) 1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA 1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA https://www.mapmyride.com/us/south-burlington-vt/gmbc-wednesday-eve-ride-route-103813571 Please pre-register for this ride here. Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time. 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 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information. Questions? Send John an email	5 Dunsmore 6:30 pm-8:00 pm August 5, 2021 Kevin Bessett https://thegmbc.com/timetrial/courses/dunsmore.htm Pre-register for this TT here. Timers: M & W Clifton Results	6	7 Sat Training Rides All day August 7, 2021 John Williams https://thegmbc.com/cal/sat-training-rides-june2021-2/2021-08-07/ Please pre-register for the Sat VP ride here. Specifics for each ride (e.g. start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list usually by Thursday. Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.
8 Buck Hollow and Beyond 8:45 am-8:46 am August 8, 2021 Joyce McCutcheon Dave Merchant Milton High School 17 Rebecca Lander Dr, Milton, VT 05468, USA 17 Rebecca Lander Dr, Milton, VT 05468, USA http://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-Buck_Hollow.pdf Please pre-register for this ride here. The 40-mile (M) route goes north to Fairfax, through Buck Hollow into Fairfield, returning via St. Albans. The longer loop (58 M/S) continues into Sheldon. There are potential food stops in St. Albans, Georgia and Fairfax.	9	10 Tues Training Rides All day August 10, 2021 Kevin Bessett Richmond Round Church 457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA 457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/2021-08-10/ Please pre-register for this ride HERE. 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 Where to Start, Park, and Ride Parking/Start – Parking area has changed to a new lot off Cochran Road, about 3/4 mile east of the ski area. When you sign up, you will get info on the new location. Previous parking: In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church 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 For more details, please see Tues Training Rides. Practice Crit 5:30 pm-8:00 pm August 10, 2021 Andre Sturm Water Tower Circle 101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA 101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA http://whatsourtestdomain.com/practice-crits/ Please see Practice Crit page for complete information. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned event.	11 Wed. Training Rides 6:00 pm-8:30 pm August 11, 2021 John Williams Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot) 1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA 1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA https://www.mapmyride.com/us/south-burlington-vt/gmbc-wednesday-eve-ride-route-103813571 Please pre-register for this ride here. Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time. 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 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information. Questions? Send John an email	12 Jonesville 4 6:30 pm-8:00 pm August 12, 2021 Kevin Bessett https://thegmbc.com/timetrial/courses/Jonesville.html Pre-register for this TT here. Timer: K Bessett Results	13	14 Sat Training Rides All day August 14, 2021 John Williams https://thegmbc.com/cal/sat-training-rides-june2021-2/2021-08-14/ Please pre-register for the Sat VP ride here. Specifics for each ride (e.g. start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list usually by Thursday. Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.
15 Northeast Kingdom Adventure 8:45 am-8:46 am August 15, 2021 Jeff Warner Hilary Frost Warner Caspian Lake Public Beach 125 Beach Rd, Greensboro, VT 05841, USA 125 Beach Rd, Greensboro, VT 05841, USA https://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-NEKingdomLoop.pdf Please pre-register for this ride here. This 54-mile (M/S) ride explores re the southeast corner of the Northeast Kingdom, an area in transition from dairy farms to its next chapter. Interesting attractions include the Museum of Every Day Life and its new exhibit, “Knots” (mile 40). If you’d like to stop for tea at Perennial Pleasures (mile 49.6), reservations should be made in advance. There are stores available in Greensboro, Craftsbury (mile 8), Barton (mile 31), Glover (mile 34), and Greensboro Bend (mile 46).	16	17 Tues Training Rides All day August 17, 2021 Kevin Bessett Richmond Round Church 457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA 457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/2021-08-17/ Please pre-register for this ride HERE. 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 Where to Start, Park, and Ride Parking/Start – Parking area has changed to a new lot off Cochran Road, about 3/4 mile east of the ski area. When you sign up, you will get info on the new location. Previous parking: In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church 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 For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.	18 Wed. Training Rides 6:00 pm-8:30 pm August 18, 2021 John Williams Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot) 1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA 1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA https://www.mapmyride.com/us/south-burlington-vt/gmbc-wednesday-eve-ride-route-103813571 Please pre-register for this ride here. Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time. 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 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information. Questions? Send John an email	19 Huntington 3 6:30 pm-8:00 pm August 19, 2021 Kevin Bessett https://thegmbc.com/timetrial/courses/Huntington.html Pre-register for this TT here. Timer: K Bessett Results	20	21 Sat Training Rides All day August 21, 2021 John Williams https://thegmbc.com/cal/sat-training-rides-june2021-2/2021-08-21/ Please pre-register for the Sat VP ride here. Specifics for each ride (e.g. start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list usually by Thursday. Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.
22	23	24 Tues Training Rides All day August 24, 2021 Kevin Bessett Richmond Round Church 457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA 457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/2021-08-24/ Please pre-register for this ride HERE. 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 Where to Start, Park, and Ride Parking/Start – Parking area has changed to a new lot off Cochran Road, about 3/4 mile east of the ski area. When you sign up, you will get info on the new location. Previous parking: In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church 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 For more details, please see Tues Training Rides. Practice Crit 5:30 pm-8:00 pm August 24, 2021 Andre Sturm Water Tower Circle 101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA 101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA http://whatsourtestdomain.com/practice-crits/ Please see Practice Crit page for complete information. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned event.	25 Wed. Training Rides 6:00 pm-8:30 pm August 25, 2021 John Williams Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot) 1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA 1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA https://www.mapmyride.com/us/south-burlington-vt/gmbc-wednesday-eve-ride-route-103813571 Please pre-register for this ride here. Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time. 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 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information. Questions? Send John an email	26 Bolton Hill Climb 6:30 pm-8:00 pm August 26, 2021 Kevin Bessett https://thegmbc.com/timetrial/courses/BoltonValley.html Pre-register for this TT here. Timers: R Phillips, D White Results	27	28 Sat Training Rides All day August 28, 2021 John Williams https://thegmbc.com/cal/sat-training-rides-june2021-2/2021-08-28/ Please pre-register for the Sat VP ride here. Specifics for each ride (e.g. start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list usually by Thursday. Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. For more information, please see Sat Training Rides. CANCELED: NEK Weekend-Kingdom Lake View 9:15 am-9:16 am August 28, 2021 Tom Evers Pat Stabler Island Pond Fishing Access Island Pond Fish and Wildlife Access, VT 05846, USA Island Pond Fish and Wildlife Access, VT 05846, USA https://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-KingdomLakeViewLoop.pdf We are sorry to announce that all rides for the NEK weekend are canceled this year. Please pre-register for this ride here. NOTE: The ride currently listed is changed from the originally posted ride. Day 1 (Saturday) of the weekend event is Kingdom Lake View (50 miles). 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 also the Tiki Bar in East Burke which is not to be missed.
29 CANCELED: NEK Weekend-Willoughby Wanderings 9:00 am-9:01 am August 29, 2021 Tom Evers Pat Stabler Mike’s Tiki Bar parking 44 Belden Hill Rd, East Burke, VT 05832, USA 44 Belden Hill Rd, East Burke, VT 05832, USA https://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-WilloughbyWanderings.pdf We are sorry to announce that all rides for the NEK weekend are canceled for this year. Please pre-register for this ride here. NEK weekend – Day 2 – Willoughby Wanderings – 47-mile (M/S) ride up through Sutton and Barton, along the shore of Lake Willoughby and through part of Willoughby State Forest. A 30-mile (M) version of the ride returns to Burke via Route 5. 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 also the Tiki Bar in East Burke which is not to be missed.	30	31 Tues Training Rides All day August 31, 2021 Kevin Bessett Richmond Round Church 457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA 457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/2021-08-31/ Please pre-register for this ride HERE. 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 Where to Start, Park, and Ride Parking/Start – Parking area has changed to a new lot off Cochran Road, about 3/4 mile east of the ski area. When you sign up, you will get info on the new location. Previous parking: In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church 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 For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.

Covered Bridges of Franklin and Lamoille County

Tues Training Rides

Wed. Training Rides

Dunsmore

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Buck Hollow and Beyond

Tues Training Rides

Practice Crit

Wed. Training Rides

Jonesville 4

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Northeast Kingdom Adventure

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Wed. Training Rides

Huntington 3

Sat Training Rides

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Practice Crit

Wed. Training Rides

Bolton Hill Climb

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CANCELED: NEK Weekend-Kingdom Lake View

CANCELED: NEK Weekend-Willoughby Wanderings

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