Russ Ford

Post date March 27, 2020

Russell.f.ford@gmail.com

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September

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Wed. Training Rides
https://www.mapmyride.com/us/south-burlington-vt/gmbc-wednesday-eve-ride-route-103813571
6:00 pm-8:30 pm
September 1, 2021
John Williams
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA
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
04
Sat Training Rides
https://thegmbc.com/cal/sat-training-rides-june2021-2/
All day
September 4, 2021
John Williams
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.
05
East of Eden
https://thegmbc.com/touring/RoutesData/GMBC-EastOfEden.pdf
9:15 am-9:16 am
September 5, 2021
Russ Ford
Eden Central School
140 Knowles Flat Rd, Eden, VT 05652, USA
Please pre-register for this ride here.
Ride 50 or 60 (M/S) miles through the rolling hills around Eden with your choice of a long, gradual climb up Route 105 or a shorter, steeper route on Route 242 up to Jay Peak.
Eden Central School is on Rt 100 about 1/2 mile south of Rt 118.
07
Tues Training Rides
https://thegmbc.com/cal/tues-training-rides-july21/
All day
September 7, 2021
Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
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.
08
Wed. Training Rides
https://www.mapmyride.com/us/south-burlington-vt/gmbc-wednesday-eve-ride-route-103813571
6:00 pm-8:30 pm
September 8, 2021
John Williams
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA
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