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Moderately-paced advanced ride. 2.5 - 3.5 hours. 14-16.5 mph average, including hills. One stop.
Meet at 8:30 am, Providence Classical School, 605 Clinton Street E. Huntsville AL. 35801

Title: Talucah Beach Distance: 40 miles, 1,638 feet of elevation gain Start Location: Huskey Park, 61 Florette Park Rd, Somerville, AL 35670 Date and Start Time: Saturday, March 4th, 11AM Ride Leader: Fred McMurry 256-653-8655 Description: Start Huskey Park, 61 Florette Park Rd, Somerville, AL 35670 and ride to Talucah Beach. There is a rest room at Huskey Park. We will have a quick rest stop at Tucker‘s Corner convenience store 9.8 miles. We will take a bit longer rest stop at Talucah Beach 20.7 miles. There are no facilities at Talucah Beach. Final rest stop is at Curry Chapel 27.9 miles for a quick view of the majestic Belgian Draft Horses. No major climb but abundant hills and rollers. Use caution on Highway 67 at 39.1 miles to the park turn at 39.3 miles due to fast moving traffic. Ride link is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42074798 Expectations: Please make sure you are familiar with the route. Bring a cue sheet and/or navigational device and have the phone numbers of the Ride Leader and the phone number of at least one friend. Be aware that cell phone service can be spotty. Text message may be the best way to communicate during the ride. Expected end of ride pace is 14+/- mph but faster on flats and slower on climbs. Generally, riders are expected to stay together and watch out for each other. Be confident you can do the stated pace and distance. If you choose to ride at a much faster pace than the desired average pace or deviate from the route, then you are on your own.

Starts at 8:30 am at Bonefish Grill‘s parking lot (4800 Whitesburg Dr. S.), 4.5 miles to Honest Coffee(SW corner of Clinton and Washington with lunch in Washington Park (sometimes to Gold Sprint Coffee or other agreed upon location for an extra couple miles each way) 4.5 miles back. Third Sunday of the month is pancake breakfast on Lincoln Street ($10 cash). Post breakfast Monte Sano option for a total of 24 miles. Ride Contact: Rob Hammond (Skinny Rob), crazybobs12(at)gmail.com, or Anita Tygart at 256-426-3646 for information on this ride. This is a casual ride. No racing at all. This is a very good introductory social ride just to meet people. All skill levels welcome.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42079174 Contact Terry - community-affairs@springcity.org if you can go.

Sunset Bicycles will host this hands onclinic and registration is required. Bring your bike. https://forms.gle/an6RNYsKAq5iLVbZA Join us as we face the intimidation.

Moderately-paced advanced ride. 2.5 - 3.5 hours. 14-16.5 mph average, including hills. One stop.
Meet at 8:30 am, Providence Classical School, 605 Clinton Street E. Huntsville AL. 35801

Title: New Hope Meander 35 Distance: 35 miles, 844 feet of elevation gain Start Location: New Hope Civitan Park Date and Start Time: Saturday, March 11th, 11AM Ride Leader: Amanda Nevins 256-595-2446, Fred McMurry 256-653-8655 Description: Concurrent ride with the New Hope Meander 42 mile ride. Rides will split at 25.6 miles. Start New Hope Civitan Park. Hopefully, the rest room will be open. We will take the Paint Rock Road loop from New Hope around to Cherrytree Road by Popular Ridge Road. We will take a rest stop at Circle K on Highway 431 at 21 miles. After the rest stop we will then head back to New Hope by Old Gurley Pike. There are a few hills and rollers but no major climb. Remain traffic aware on Cherrytree Road. Ride link is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42139515 Expectations: Please make sure you are familiar with the route. Bring a cue sheet and/or navigational device and have the phone numbers of the Ride Leader and the phone number of at least one friend. Be aware that cell phone service can be spotty. Text message may be the best way to communicate during the ride. Expected end of ride pace is 14+/- mph but faster on flats and slower on climbs. Generally, riders are expected to stay together and watch out for each other. Be confident you can do the stated pace and distance. If you choose to ride at a much faster pace than the desired average pace or deviate from the route, then you are on your own.

Title: New Hope Meander 42 Distance: 42 miles, 1,060 feet of elevation gain Start Location: New Hope Civitan Park Date and Start Time: Saturday, March 11th, 11AM Ride Leader: Fred McMurry 256-653-8655 Description: Concurrent ride with the New Hope Meander 35 mile ride. Rides will split at 25.6 miles. Start New Hope Civitan Park. Hopefully, the rest room will be open. We will take the Paint Rock Road loop from New Hope around to Cherrytree Road by Popular Ridge Road. We will take a rest stop at Circle K on Highway 431 at 21 miles. After the rest stop we will do the McMullen Cove loop and then head back to New Hope by Old Gurley Pike. There are a few hills and rollers but no major climb. Remain traffic aware on Cherrytree Road. Ride link is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42173159 Expectations: Please make sure you are familiar with the route. Bring a cue sheet and/or navigational device and have the phone numbers of the Ride Leader and the phone number of at least one friend. Be aware that cell phone service can be spotty. Text message may be the best way to communicate during the ride. Expected end of ride pace is 14-15 mph but faster on flats and slower on climbs. Generally, riders are expected to stay together and watch out for each other. Be confident you can do the stated pace and distance. If you choose to ride at a much faster pace than the desired average pace or deviate from the route, then you are on your own.

Starts at 8:30 am at Bonefish Grill‘s parking lot (4800 Whitesburg Dr. S.), 4.5 miles to Honest Coffee(SW corner of Clinton and Washington with lunch in Washington Park (sometimes to Gold Sprint Coffee or other agreed upon location for an extra couple miles each way) 4.5 miles back. Third Sunday of the month is pancake breakfast on Lincoln Street ($10 cash). Post breakfast Monte Sano option for a total of 24 miles. Ride Contact: Rob Hammond (Skinny Rob), crazybobs12(at)gmail.com, or Anita Tygart at 256-426-3646 for information on this ride. This is a casual ride. No racing at all. This is a very good introductory social ride just to meet people. All skill levels welcome.

Join us Monday, March 13 at 6 pm for the March SCCC Member‘s Meeting at The Brewers Cooperative at 3414 Governor‘s Drive, Huntsville, AL 35805.

Social Hour 6-7, Meeting 7-7:30, Presentation 7:30-8:00

Come hear about the proposed Toll Gate Greenway. Let‘s have a good turnout to show our support - the more greenways, the better!

Learn more about your tires and wheels and how to repair an issue. Bring your bike and be prepared for hands on:)

Title: New Hope to Click Cemetery Distance: 36 miles, 1,087 feet of elevation gain Start Location: New Hope Civitan Park Date and Start Time: Wednesday, March 15th, 12:30 PM Ride Leader: Fred McMurry 256-653-8655 Description: Start New Hope Civitan Park. Restroom may be closed in cold weather. We will take the Paint Rock Road loop from New Hope around to Butler Mill Road. We will take a rest stop at Click Cemetery 19.2 miles and then return to New Hope. No major climbs but lots of rollers. Ride link is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39487181 Expectations: Please make sure you are familiar with the route. Bring a cue sheet and/or navigational device and have the phone numbers of the Ride Leader and the phone number of at least one friend. Be aware that cell phone service can be spotty. Text message may be the best way to communicate during the ride. Expected end of ride pace is 14+/- mph but faster on flats and slower on climbs. Generally, riders are expected to stay together and watch out for each other. Be confident you can do the stated pace and distance. If you choose to ride at a much faster pace than the desired average pace or deviate from the route, then you are on your own.

Starts at 8:30 am at Bonefish Grill‘s parking lot (4800 Whitesburg Dr. S.), 4.5 miles to Honest Coffee(SW corner of Clinton and Washington with lunch in Washington Park (sometimes to Gold Sprint Coffee or other agreed upon location for an extra couple miles each way) 4.5 miles back. Third Sunday of the month is pancake breakfast on Lincoln Street ($10 cash). Post breakfast Monte Sano option for a total of 24 miles. Ride Contact: Rob Hammond (Skinny Rob), crazybobs12(at)gmail.com, or Anita Tygart at 256-426-3646 for information on this ride. This is a casual ride. No racing at all. This is a very good introductory social ride just to meet people. All skill levels welcome.

Volunteer to be part of the Cecil Ashburn litter patrol team. See the litter patrol page under community affairs for details and how to sign up. Rain date is the following date at the same time.

Please come out to The Open Bottle and learn how to "Lead a Ride for the Belles". Season is starting and we need some committed ladies to lead the way! (and sweep)

Moderately-paced advanced ride. 2.5 - 3.5 hours. 14-16.5 mph average, including hills. One stop.
Meet at 8:30 am, Providence Classical School, 605 Clinton Street E. Huntsville AL. 35801

Spring Kick-off Ride Event is Saturday!! Staging is at the Flint River Greenway Trailhead parking area. Two Ride options, 20 miles of scenic country roads or 10 miles of Greenway space. Social and food post ride at Tailgaters Sports Bar in Hampton Cove.

Starts at 8:30 am at Bonefish Grill‘s parking lot (4800 Whitesburg Dr. S.), 4.5 miles to Honest Coffee(SW corner of Clinton and Washington with lunch in Washington Park (sometimes to Gold Sprint Coffee or other agreed upon location for an extra couple miles each way) 4.5 miles back. Third Sunday of the month is pancake breakfast on Lincoln Street ($10 cash). Post breakfast Monte Sano option for a total of 24 miles. Ride Contact: Rob Hammond (Skinny Rob), crazybobs12(at)gmail.com, or Anita Tygart at 256-426-3646 for information on this ride. This is a casual ride. No racing at all. This is a very good introductory social ride just to meet people. All skill levels welcome.

Greenway Routes alternate weekly. Pace is 10-12 MPH. Great for beginners, those recovering from injury or simply ladies who want to meander together along at a slower pace. We call ourselves the "Zen Hens" and thats how we roll. Check back weekly for route updates!!

The recurring FT Ride kicks off this week at 5:00. Look for a later start in a few weeks when there is more daylight. Distance: 17-20 miles Pace: Fast group will average approximately 17 mph. The slow group will ride at a Smell the roses (STR) pace with no rider left behind (NRLB). Riders must wear a helmet and have back red light. For your comfort, bring a bottle of water. Wear light bright colors, if you can. POCs: Don Watt 256.690.2210 Leah Tracy 256.509.5217