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Join me for this C+ ride (average 12.6 and 13.1) around Holbrook, Ronkonkoma, and Bohemia, then down to Sayville and back up to the ride start in Ronkonkoma. We will take our break at the Gourmet Bagel Co. on Lakeland Ave., where beverages, food, and a bathroom are available. Adjustments to the route direction and/or distances may be made due to the prevailing winds and/or temperature changes.
This Ride Is Canceled, But Tacos are still a go at 5PM.
We will be leaving Bank of America and head to Great River and East Islip for a 21 mile ride. The ride will be at a B- pace with an average speed of around 14.5 to 15mph and road speeds that will reach 16 to 18 mph.
Changes or cancelation will be posted by 1:00pm day of ride.
If you have any questions concerning this ride, call Mike at 516 448-8545.
This ride has been delayed until Wednesday due to how much precipation we got on Sunday & Monday. Remember to check back to this posting before leaving for the ride.
BSP has a good single track for Begineers and Intermediate riders. With the strong winds we have had there may be some clearing work to be done as we ride. First time here this season so we'll not be pushing the pace and do waitups at the fire road crossings. No one gets left behind in the woods!
We'll head north from the parking lot entrance and swing around to the south upto Rt25.
No need to arrive 20 minutes early and cook in the car or freeze outside ... Please just be ready to ride at the posted start time! Running late? Call my cell # below and we'll wait a bit.
Check back to this posting a Life Happens and Things Change!
We all know what this ride is about; burger and a beer $6.00. Tacos $1.00 and half price beer; if you can’t make the ride, stop in and join us for the eats. We will be back around 3:30pm. Ok, now let’s talk about the ride.
We’ll be going to the Yaphank area, the Patchogue area, or the Holbrook area. It all depends on the riders and the wind. Most riders like the LI Avenue run, so if possible that will be choice one. The average will be about 14.5 to 15 mph+/-naturally the road speed will be higher; between 15.0 and 17.0 with the wind at your back.
Note: the ride starts at Rudi’s. I have spoken with the owner and parking will be allowed on Wednesdays. Please park along the west, east & south sides of the parking lot. DON’TPARK in reserved spaces or, the NORTH side of the parking lot
I know this is a new ride start location. Click on Rudi’s above and then click Google Maps.This is a funny time of the year, with unpredictable weather and winds; I will try to pick roads that work out best for the current day’s condition. Be prepared for route changes at the last minute which will be beneficial for you, and the ride. With that being said, please check the ride calendar for any weather, or last minute cancellations which will be posted no later than noon if necessary. My cell phone number is 631-484-3490; call or text anytime if you have questions about this ride.
All members are welcome. New members are encouraged to attend.
Thursday, December 5 - SBRA Holiday Social Meeting There will be a very short meeting (if any), then holiday snacks, beverages, coffee and socialize with your SBRA friends. And this year, wear your "Ugly holiday sweater" if you have one!
Also, this will be our last collection of food donations this year for Long Island Cares, the Harry Chapin Food Bank. We are very close to our goal and hope you can help by bringing a can or two with you to the meeting. Click here for information about what food they need.
Slight chance of light snow is forecast ... we'll adjust the route based upon the precip as it's no fun rolling across wet logs!!
Also, the Class of this ride may be adjusted to Multi-Level if faster riders commit to showing I'll be changing the Classification and I'll be riding slower.
We won't be doing the entire trail but we'll definitely do the Rock Garden (there's an easy go around if you want to skip) and Wild Turkey loop ... we'll include BD#4 (Wish You Were Here) with the offset downhill logs.
If you're a Begineer or Intermediate rider then come along anyway ... CLIMB designed Overton with a main loop with the Black Diamonds as loops off the Main (Blue) trail ... you can always do a wait up.
The trail is pretty wide and ticks will not be a problem unless you dive into the bush ... Also, I will have bug spray available before the ride if you ask for it. Hopefully the Rt112 metal crusher and Mill Rd. compost machines will be quite ;-).
Check back to this posting early Friday morning ... as Life Happens and Things Change.
Also, NO need to arrive 20 minutes early and over heat in the car or freeze outside ... just arrive in time to get ready to leave at the posted Start Time.
It will be cold at the start so please dress appropriately, you will warmup while riding ... hand warmers are suggested for better control.
Lots of folks avoid East Setauket as it has a good deal of technical and hilly sections BUT there are also milder single track sections that many riders can handle when keeping the speed down. Come along and I will be more than willing to wait if you want to walk any section that you feel is above you pay grade!
Lots of the trail is pretty wide and ticks will not be a problem unless you dive into the bush ... Also, I will have bug spray available before the ride.
For faster and more skilled riders please look at the ride level ... IF a faster rider contacts me I will modify the Ride Classification to Multi-Level ... Otherwise you will be out ahead of the group I lead that will go at the slowest rider's pace. No one will be left behind in the woods!
Check back to this posting early Saturday morning ... as Life Happens and Things Change.
Also, No need to arrive 20 minutes early and cook in the car or freeze waiting to ride ... just be there in time to start at th posted Ride Start time.
So, let's get outside and ride while we can. We'll do some paceline work out to Briermere Farms, hitting Route 24 and riding up through Riverhead. On the return, we'll ride along some sheltered roads to get of the wind, including Middle Road and Deep Hole. It will be much more fun than sitting in the gym!
We will be leaving Bank of American in East Islip heading to Great River and East Islip area. Then we will head to Bohemia and stopping at McDonalds around mile 23 for our break. Any questions call Mike at 516 448-8545
Please Note: This is a B- ride with an average speed of 14.5 -15mph, road speeds may reach 17-19mph. Check the ride calender for any changes posted by 8:00am day of ride.
Meandering ride from Bellport to Oakdale with a stop at Dunkin Donuts (DD) in Oakale before the return. I know it's cold but be sure to pack water to stay hydrated and snacks just in case you feel alittle hungry.
Any changes/cancellations will be made prior to 7:00AM the morning of the ride.
Feel free to text/call 631-521-0688 with any questions you may have regarding this ride.
We will ride around Belmont State Park Lake then taking the trail down to Babylon town dock. The trail can accommodate fat tire, mountain and cross bikes. Short hydration break at the dock or we can stop at the Delica Sea deli just before the dock if needed.
The pace is as fast as the slowest rider. Note- The route includes both trail and on road riding.
Please check the ride calendar for any weather, or last minute cancellations, which will be posted no later than 8:00am if necessary. My cell is 347-677-4164; call or text if you have questions about the ride or need directions to the start location. DN
CHANGE:Had to move the ride to a Bellport start at 10:00, and dropped the pace to a "C" ride.
Join me for this ride from Bellport to Blue Point, where we will do some dips and loops into residential areas, and take our break at the deli on Atlantic Avenue.
This is now a C ride, which will average 11.3 - 12.0 (depending on the riders & the wind), with cue sheets, and no one will be left behind.
About 2 hours of steady hills at around 3W/kg. Download the route below, stay with the group, or you will get lost. If you want to charge ahead of the group, you're on your own.
We will ride around Belmont State Park Lake then taking the trail down to Babylon town dock. The trail can accommodate fat tire, mountain and cross bikes. Short hydration break at the dock or we can stop at the Delica Sea deli just before the dock if needed.
The pace is as fast as the slowest rider. Note- The route includes both trail and on road riding.
Please check the ride calendar for any weather, or last minute cancellations, which will be posted no later than 8:00am if necessary. My cell is 347-677-4164; call or text if you have questions about the ride or need directions to the start location. DN
Join me for this C+ ride (average 12.4 and 13.0) around Holbrook, Ronkonkoma, and Bohemia, then down to Sayville and back up to the ride start in Ronkonkoma. We will take our break at the Gourmet Bagel Co. on Lakeland Ave., where beverages, food, and a bathroom are available. Adjustments to the route direction and/or distances may be made due to the prevailing winds and/or temperature changes.
Today's’ route to Great River will change up a bit towards the end of the ride, if the wind is in our favor; making this route pretty flat except for 2 overpasses. We will go the usual route heading south using the Connetquot Park bike bath. We’ll work our way down to Heckscher Park, do a loop where one can stretch the legs a bit if desired. The average pace for this ride will be between 14.5 & 15.0 +/- mph, or what conditions allow. The road speed will be between 15 and 17.0 mph, or slower if needed for safety concerns.
Please DO NOT PARK in the Meat Farms parking lot. Use the west side of the bank if the east side is full. Thanks!
We’ll be making a rest stop around mile 19 at the deli/bakery. The route back will be determined by the wind direction. Good Stuff after the Ride. Not sure what good stuff; it's always a surprise.
Any cancellations due to unforeseeable circumstances, or weather related problems will be posted by 8:00am. If you have any questions about this ride, or the start location, please call or text my cell, 631-484-3490.
This will be an easy B+/A- ride... just looking to get out there - not to race. Would love for you to join... pace will be between 18-22mph (except hills and winds of course). Go at your own pace up 51 and we'll wait at the light (or maybe you'll be waiting for me). Feel free to sprint on 111 and we'll re-group at Halsey Manor.
COME ON THIS 15-20 MILE RIDE AT A 10.6-11.6 PACE. Newbies always welcome and well taken care of. Bring water and a snack if we do not stop as direction depends on the wind direction, tide, position of moon and leaders disposition. Nobody gets left behind. Any cancellation will be by 9:30am. PARK ON SOUTH SIDE OF RR IN LOT ACROSS FROM SCHOOL.
Endurance paced ride. Minimal Stops, one quick nature break, bring two water bottles if needed. My Pulls will be at less than 225W on the flats, and less than 3W/kg on the climbs. If you want to go harder than that, or if you want to go charging up ahead on every hill, then this is the wrong ride for you.
Let's beat the rain ... we'll do everything as we head north towards the tanks ... If you want to skip the initial alley-oops and meet up at the top of the hill then let me know so we can be on the look out for you.
Check back to this posting early Monday morning ... as Life Happens and Things Change.
Also, No need to arrive 20 minutes early and cook in the car or freeze waiting to ride ... just be there in time to start at the posted Ride Start time.
Ride Canceled due to rain, but the Tacos are still a go at 5PM.
We will be leaving Bank of America and head to Great River and East Islip for a 22 mile ride. The ride will be at a B- pace with an average speed of around 14.5 to 15mph and road speeds that will reach 16 to 18 mph.
Changes or cancelation will be posted by 12:00pm day of ride.
If you have any questions concerning this ride, call Mike at 516 448-8545.
Note the Ride Start ... Park south-west corner of school/library parking lot.
Should be beautiful riding w/light snow covering. Bring two lights
More than 3" the ride will be cancelled.
Check back to this posting early Wednesday afternoon ... as Life Happens and Things Change.
Also, No need to arrive 20 minutes early and cook in the car or freeze waiting to ride ... just be there in time to start at the posted Ride Start time....
START TIME CHANGED TO 11:30 - should be a bit warmer
Join me for this easy and almost completely flat ride from Riverhead to Mattituck, where we will take a break at the Deli on Love Lane. We will return through Jamesport, up and around Riverhead, and end up at the start. There will be cue sheets.
The average pace will be 12.3 - 12.9, or so, depending on the weather and those in the group.
We do scheduled wait-ups (and as necessary), in addition to one brief rest stop at mile 15 (The Maples parking lot), followed by about 5 miles of double-pacelining before Yaphank. Please bring adequate water bottles and nutrition, as there are no food/water/restroom accommodations at the rest stop.
Please park your car in the Bellport Municipal Parking Lot located at Bellport Lane & Bell Street, and then ride bike half a block over to the Kreb Bike Shop parking lot at 10 Bell Street, to sign-in for ride and hear the pre-ride briefing.
Post-Ride coffee at the shop on the corner of Bellport Lane & So. Country Rd.
This will be a C ride from Sayville to Bellport, Bohemia, Ronkonkoma, ?? - direction will depend on the prevailing winds, etc. There will be a break & bathroom stop wherever we go.
This is a structured ride which will average 11.6 - 12.2.
NOTE: Park on the South Side of the train station.
We will ride around Belmont State Park Lake then taking the trail down to Babylon town dock. The trail can accommodate fat tire, mountain and cross bikes. Short hydration break at the dock or we can stop at the Delica Sea deli just before the dock if needed.
The pace is as fast as the slowest rider. Note- The route includes both trail and on road riding.
Please check the ride calendar for any weather, or last minute cancellations, which will be posted no later than 8:00am if necessary. My cell is 347-677-4164; call or text if you have questions about the ride or need directions to the start location. DN
Join me for a leisurely ride along the backroads of Manorville. We'll make a rest/snack stop at either McDonalds in Manorville or Bean and Bagel in Calverton (group decides). In the event of ride cancellation due to inclement weather, we can meet for breakfast at Bean and Bagel at 10am. Any change will be posted by 8am. Call me at 631 846-7825 if you have any questions.
Weather too uncertain. Let's meet for coffee at Bean abd Bagel at 10am.
Its going to be windy so we will take it easy as we head into Babylon. We will have our food break at the deli by the docks. The wind should be with us on the way back. I will do the loop around the lakes in Brightwaters as we head back to Eastislip. No one will be dropped .
OK, we're all slaves to the rhythm of the roads, we have to keep those wheels spinning around. So let's saddle-up and spin out to Riverhead, where at around the 15.5 mile point, we'll stop for some of those round bready things. After a quick break, we'll hit some rolling terrain to warm back up!
Hey, we'll make even more attractive: we've dropped the pace down a bit!
This ride may be cancelled due to the rain but note that the Ride Start has been delayed to 9:10 as Ron's ride will be starting at 9:15 and they WILL catch us ... hopefully we make it to Terrapin Rock before they do!
Check back to this posting early Sunday morning ... as Life Happens and Things Change.
I've attached the CLIMB map which I annotated with a grid and trail section names ... we'll be doing the Blue trail ... if you print out the map please let me know if it's wothwhile.
Also, Best to park in the second lot as there's a lot more room. It won't be that cold but the wind will be whipp'n on the open parking lot so no need to arrive 20 minutes early and cook in the car or freeze waiting to ride ... just be there in time to start at the posted Ride Start time.
NOTE: If it’s windy on Sunday the ride could be shortened. The group decides.
Today's’ route to Great River will change up a bit towards the end of the ride, if the wind is in our favor; making this route pretty flat except for 2 overpasses. We will go the usual route heading south using the Connetquot Park bike bath. We’ll work our way down to Heckscher Park, do a loop where one can stretch the legs a bit if desired.
The average pace for this ride will be between 14.0 & 14.5 +/- mph, or what conditions allow. The road speed will be between 15 and 16.0 mph, or slower if needed for safety concerns.
Please DO NOT PARK in the Meat Farms parking lot. Use the west side of the bank if the east side is full. Thanks!
We’ll be making a rest stop around mile 19 at the deli/bakery. The route back will be determined by the wind direction. Good Stuff after the Ride. Not sure what good stuff; it's always a surprise.
Any cancellations due to unforeseeable circumstances, or weather related problems will be posted by 8:00am. If you have any questions about this ride, or the start location, please call or text my cell, 631-484-3490.
We will ride around Belmont State Park Lake then taking the trail down to Babylon town dock. The trail can accommodate fat tire, mountain and cross bikes. Short hydration break at the dock or we can stop at the Delica Sea deli just before the dock if needed.
The pace is as fast as the slowest rider. Note- The route includes both trail and on road riding.
Please check the ride calendar for any weather, or last minute cancellations, which will be posted no later than 8:00am if necessary. My cell is 347-677-4164; call or text if you have questions about the ride or need directions to the start location. DN
Off to Nettie's for soups or treats. Nettie's has both outdoor and indoor places to eat, as well as a separate eating area with a fireplace. For info: call Bill G. at 631-356-3036. Check the ride calendar the day of the ride for changes, which will be posted by 07:45am.
Endurance paced ride. Minimal Stops, one quick nature break, bring two water bottles if needed. My Pulls will be at less than 225W on the flats, and less than 3W/kg on the climbs. If you want to go harder than that, or if you want to go charging up ahead on every hill, then this is the wrong ride for you.
This will be a nice ride around the Holbrook area. The average pace for this ride will be between 14.0 & 15.0 mph; naturally the road speed will be higher to produce the average. We can all go for coffee and a bagel at the end of the ride and chat if you want. If the route changes a bit we could stop at Mickey D's. We'll see, group decides.
Any cancellation due to weather or any other circumstance will be posted no later than 8:00 am if necessary. If you have question about the ride or the start location please call or text me 631.484.3490…
The Executive Board Meeting will by held at Panera Bread in Bohemia at 6:30 pm.
All members are welcome to come. If a member has business they would like to discuss at the board meeting, please contact Jeff Meyer VP so the board can be preparded to address their topic of discussion. Any vote taken at a board meeting are by board members only.
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