Thursday, October 6th, 2011
Since the Velo Club Saturday Ride was cancelled due to rain, let's do the ride that was scheduled!!
The sun will be shining but the temperature will be the coolest since last spring, so dress warmly...
I have ordered a tail wind for the way back to the car. I will not be able to join you for this ride, I am in CT, but I will try to ride there.
Here is the ride as was posted on the Velo Website:
Because of the cool (cold?) temperature, let's start at 10:00 am
It's Leaf Peeping Time - time to do the bike rides that are saved for the best panoramic views of the brilliant foliage. Let's head out to ride on the other side of Crawford Notch, where the foliage is probably peak right now.
The ride starts out of the Eisenhower Wayside Park, on the right side of Route 302 about 2 miles after passing through Crawford Notch/Highland Center. Ride west to the Twin Mountain 4-corners, take a right onto Route 3. Take another right onto Route 115. After passing the scenic vista/parking area on the left, take a left onto Airport Road/Hazen Road and ride down past the Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge, the airport and industrial center. Cross the RR tracks and take a right. Cross the tracks again and ride to Route 116 and take a left to go into Whitefield Center. The lunch stop is on the town green at the gazebo. There is a convenience store, an ice cream store and Dunkin Donuts close by. Return by the same route - but enjoy a completely different panoramic view!
Ready to ride at 10:00 am
Carpool from Grant's parking lot, in the back near the Mountain Center Physical Therapy at 9:15 am
Distance from Eisenhower Wayside: 39 miles
Shorter options:
Start at the parking lot (right side of 302) near the Zealand Road/ and Zealand Campground: 30 miles
Start at the Twin Mountain Visitor Center at the gazebo at the light at the Route 302/3 intersection: 25 miles
Here is a link to the map:
http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/40208406
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Rain Rain Go Away!
Can you choose a Different Day?
(but not Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday or Saturday...)
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Ride Cancelled, again.
Again, all the forecasts seem to agree on rain for this Thursday, again. The exact timing of the rain is difficult to determine, but I think it is just not worth trying to plan a ride.
I really hope for good weather for next Thursday - the foliage should be peak, and we are going to ride in it!!
(but not Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday or Saturday...)
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Ride Cancelled, again.
Again, all the forecasts seem to agree on rain for this Thursday, again. The exact timing of the rain is difficult to determine, but I think it is just not worth trying to plan a ride.
I really hope for good weather for next Thursday - the foliage should be peak, and we are going to ride in it!!
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Once Again, Weather Cancels the Ride
I am disappointed to cancel the ride yet again. Looks like the weather will be wet for the next few days (week?)... but it will be warm...
I hope everyone has been out to enjoy the beautiful, sunny, early fall-like days over the past week or two. Unfortunately these great days have not been in sync with the group bike ride schedule so far this September.
Let's hope for spectacular weather once this slow moving low pressure system finally exits!
I am disappointed to cancel the ride yet again. Looks like the weather will be wet for the next few days (week?)... but it will be warm...
I hope everyone has been out to enjoy the beautiful, sunny, early fall-like days over the past week or two. Unfortunately these great days have not been in sync with the group bike ride schedule so far this September.
Let's hope for spectacular weather once this slow moving low pressure system finally exits!
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Thursday, September 15
RIDE CANCELLED due to the drizzle and expected rain.
See you next week for a good ride!!
West Side Road-Passaconaway Road, Rocky Gorge 9:30
I am sorry to be posting the ride so late. I just got in the door, returning from riding the Route Verte in Quebec...A Great Place to Ride!
Since I am not sure of the weather situation here, how about a local ride again - just the usual on West Side Road to Passaconaway, and, if the weather is OK, ride up to Rocky Gorge. To the bridge and back is about 24 miles. To Rocky Gorge it is about 30 miles.
Let's meet at the public parking lot behind the Eastern Slope Inn at 9:30 (it might be cool in the morning), ready to ride.
See you next week for a good ride!!
West Side Road-Passaconaway Road, Rocky Gorge 9:30
I am sorry to be posting the ride so late. I just got in the door, returning from riding the Route Verte in Quebec...A Great Place to Ride!
Since I am not sure of the weather situation here, how about a local ride again - just the usual on West Side Road to Passaconaway, and, if the weather is OK, ride up to Rocky Gorge. To the bridge and back is about 24 miles. To Rocky Gorge it is about 30 miles.
Let's meet at the public parking lot behind the Eastern Slope Inn at 9:30 (it might be cool in the morning), ready to ride.
Monday, September 5, 2011
North Conway, Intervale and Jackson Loop 9:00 start
Thursday, September 8th, 2011
I am away this week, so I am setting up the ride hoping that the weather is OK on Thursday. I am keeping the ride close to home just in case. It has lots of options.
Meet at the public parking lot behind the Eastern Slope Inn in North Conway, ready to ride at 9:00 am. I ask that those of you who have done this ride or parts of this ride to lead the others.
This ride explores local roads in North Conway, Intervale and Jackson for a nice loop. Start by riding through North Conway to Cranmore and take Old Bartlett Road to the North end of Kearsage Road, then take a left and quick right onto Intervale Cross Road to Route 16. There, turn right and right again onto Route 16A.
As an option for a nice ride along the river, turn up Town Hall Road for awhile and turn back when it gets steep and/or turns to dirt. I have heard that the river came out of it's banks during Irene - use caution.
Return to Intervale Road and then go up Dundee Road to Jackson, coming down near Black Mt Ski area, then down to Carter Notch Rd, then stop to snack at Jackson Falls. The downhill ride continues down route 16 back to Beautiful Downtown Glen where you turn left and return to North Conway via Route 16 and Route 16A. So you wonder about Dundee Rd? Do it only if it is not harmed by Irene. Perhaps someone knows if it is OK? Yes, it has a stiff climb -- not long - but it is walkable and well worth the effort. This is a fabulous ride, and some walking on some dirt is part of the deal. The ride down from the top of Dundee, past Black Mountain and over to Carter Notch Road all the way back to the car is really scenic and you will smile all the way. If Dundee is not OK, you can go to Jackson via Thorne Hill Road. It's another good workout.
Return by Route 16 and Route 16A to the Eastern Slope Inn. The total distance is 28 miles.
I am away this week, so I am setting up the ride hoping that the weather is OK on Thursday. I am keeping the ride close to home just in case. It has lots of options.
Meet at the public parking lot behind the Eastern Slope Inn in North Conway, ready to ride at 9:00 am. I ask that those of you who have done this ride or parts of this ride to lead the others.
This ride explores local roads in North Conway, Intervale and Jackson for a nice loop. Start by riding through North Conway to Cranmore and take Old Bartlett Road to the North end of Kearsage Road, then take a left and quick right onto Intervale Cross Road to Route 16. There, turn right and right again onto Route 16A.
As an option for a nice ride along the river, turn up Town Hall Road for awhile and turn back when it gets steep and/or turns to dirt. I have heard that the river came out of it's banks during Irene - use caution.
Return to Intervale Road and then go up Dundee Road to Jackson, coming down near Black Mt Ski area, then down to Carter Notch Rd, then stop to snack at Jackson Falls. The downhill ride continues down route 16 back to Beautiful Downtown Glen where you turn left and return to North Conway via Route 16 and Route 16A. So you wonder about Dundee Rd? Do it only if it is not harmed by Irene. Perhaps someone knows if it is OK? Yes, it has a stiff climb -- not long - but it is walkable and well worth the effort. This is a fabulous ride, and some walking on some dirt is part of the deal. The ride down from the top of Dundee, past Black Mountain and over to Carter Notch Road all the way back to the car is really scenic and you will smile all the way. If Dundee is not OK, you can go to Jackson via Thorne Hill Road. It's another good workout.
Return by Route 16 and Route 16A to the Eastern Slope Inn. The total distance is 28 miles.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Bear Notch Road from Attitash, 9:00 am
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Wednesday, 4:00 pm update:
I rode River Road, Passaconaway Road and the Kanc to Lower Falls this afternoon. All are open and clear - a few sandy spots and a few small sticks here and there. A Forest Service Ranger at Lower Falls told me that Bear Notch Road is now open, and the Kanc is open from Conway Village up to Bear Notch Road.
The plan as described below is still on, as the roads are eerily quiet since most folks haven't found out about the openings as of yet. So although the roads are open, the traffic will be very light.
Here is one more alternative to add to the list of ride alternatives below: The Bear Notch Loop.
Hurricane Irene has changed the course of rivers, washed away houses and camps, eroded roadsides and pavement and collapsed bridges. I hope all of you, ThursdayBikers and your friends, are dry and OK. Because of the road damage and closures, I am keeping the ride local on roads that I have heard are clear.
Due to the closure of the Kanc and Route 302 west of Bartlett, there are no cars on Bear Notch Road. Riders who did it on Tuesday said it was excellent without any cars and it is free of debris. Let's go enjoy this too! This is one of the easiest "Notches" and it has 3 scenic viewpoints (rest stops) conveniently located on the way up.
Ready to Ride at the Attitash parking lot at 9:00 am. Park at the west side of the lot in the shade of the trees.
Various distances are possible. Groups can choose their course:
From Attitash to the top of Bear Notch and back: about 15 miles
From Attitash, over Bear Notch to the Kanc and back about 23 miles
From the Bear Notch/Kanc intersection it may be possible to ride the Kanc (I am not sure whether it is closed from this point). If open we could go to the Sugar Hill scenic vista (34 miles round trip) or Lily Pond (37 miles round trip)
For the shortest, flattest ride, go from Attitash up to the road closure on Route 302 at Hart's Location (~10 miles).
Wednesday, 4:00 pm update:
I rode River Road, Passaconaway Road and the Kanc to Lower Falls this afternoon. All are open and clear - a few sandy spots and a few small sticks here and there. A Forest Service Ranger at Lower Falls told me that Bear Notch Road is now open, and the Kanc is open from Conway Village up to Bear Notch Road.
The plan as described below is still on, as the roads are eerily quiet since most folks haven't found out about the openings as of yet. So although the roads are open, the traffic will be very light.
Here is one more alternative to add to the list of ride alternatives below: The Bear Notch Loop.
Hurricane Irene has changed the course of rivers, washed away houses and camps, eroded roadsides and pavement and collapsed bridges. I hope all of you, ThursdayBikers and your friends, are dry and OK. Because of the road damage and closures, I am keeping the ride local on roads that I have heard are clear.
Due to the closure of the Kanc and Route 302 west of Bartlett, there are no cars on Bear Notch Road. Riders who did it on Tuesday said it was excellent without any cars and it is free of debris. Let's go enjoy this too! This is one of the easiest "Notches" and it has 3 scenic viewpoints (rest stops) conveniently located on the way up.
Ready to Ride at the Attitash parking lot at 9:00 am. Park at the west side of the lot in the shade of the trees.
Various distances are possible. Groups can choose their course:
From Attitash to the top of Bear Notch and back: about 15 miles
From Attitash, over Bear Notch to the Kanc and back about 23 miles
From the Bear Notch/Kanc intersection it may be possible to ride the Kanc (I am not sure whether it is closed from this point). If open we could go to the Sugar Hill scenic vista (34 miles round trip) or Lily Pond (37 miles round trip)
For the shortest, flattest ride, go from Attitash up to the road closure on Route 302 at Hart's Location (~10 miles).
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
West Side Road - Passaconaway Road 9:00 am
Thursday, August 25th, 2011
The weather looks a bit iffy for this week's ride. I don't think is is worth putting together an away adventure ride with the predictions of thunderstorms coming in as early as 1:00.
So, these are the times I pull out the old standby, the West Side Road - Passaconaway Road ride. It is local, out and back, it can be cut short if the weather threatens, and it is a really nice ride, too.
Let's meet at the public parking lot behind the Eastern Slope Inn at 9:00, ready to ride. The route out to the Albany Covered Bridge and back is about 25 miles. If the weather holds, we can go up to the Lower Falls on the Kanc.
All the weather-people are energized with the upcoming Hurricane Irene. It is very exciting to watch the development. Hold onto your hats this weekend. My Mom's name is Irene, and she is getting lots of attention this week....
The weather looks a bit iffy for this week's ride. I don't think is is worth putting together an away adventure ride with the predictions of thunderstorms coming in as early as 1:00.
So, these are the times I pull out the old standby, the West Side Road - Passaconaway Road ride. It is local, out and back, it can be cut short if the weather threatens, and it is a really nice ride, too.
Let's meet at the public parking lot behind the Eastern Slope Inn at 9:00, ready to ride. The route out to the Albany Covered Bridge and back is about 25 miles. If the weather holds, we can go up to the Lower Falls on the Kanc.
All the weather-people are energized with the upcoming Hurricane Irene. It is very exciting to watch the development. Hold onto your hats this weekend. My Mom's name is Irene, and she is getting lots of attention this week....
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