Upcoming Rides
- Tuesday, May 30, 2023
- 5PB0.028.4Sullivan, Nelson B RideJoseph Vigue
For those of you who missed this beautiful ride at kick off. Pretty hilly, better eat your Wheaties.
Please download the RWGPS File to your navigation device prior to the ride. If you don't have a navigation device, check out the cue sheet in the RWGPS app so you are familiar with the ride route. We expect to maintain a "B" pace (15-17mph overall, flats 18+), and will regroup as necessary, but we will drop no one. The goal is to finish with the same number of riders that we start with. Safety is always a priority on a group ride. Please do your best to remain predictable...point out obstacles, call out passing and follow all traffic rules. Being seen is also critical to safe riding, please have operational front and rear lights. Check out your bike prior to the ride as our rides are self supported, hence riders must bring the tools and supplies necessary to effect roadside repairs. Don't forget water and any snacks / fuel you feel you will need. If you have any questions regarding this ride please contact Joe Vigue at 802-522-2839. Hope you are able to join us!
- 5:30PC+0.024Modest Man to Surry and Gilsum (Brian's detour)Brian Phillips
We will meet in the Modest Man parking lot at 5:15, be carefull about socializing with the B group hooligans if you arrive early. We leave at 5:30pm. We will ride to Surry, taking some Keene back streets to Elm Street, which will drop us off on upper Court Street. Then to the 7-11 roundabout and through Surry and out to Shaws Corners and right on Gilsum Road to Lower Gilsum. We will return via Rte 10 to Rte 9 and back down Court St. I will be taking the back streets back to Modest Man, and I hope you do too.
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Helmets are required.
- Have flashing safety lights and visible colored clothing.
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Rides depart on time. Arrive at least fifteen minutes early and get ready to ride.
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If you did not sign up online, please sign the paper release copy at the start.
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It is the responsibility of all riders to be equipped with a bicycle in good repair.
- Ensure you have spare tube and CO2 or pump.
- Bring money for beverages and a fun attitude.
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- Wednesday, May 31, 2023
- 5:30PD0.019.519.5 miles Swanzey Lake Rd via Rt 32 and Warmac from Norms / Martell CtChad Swahnberg
Target average pace 11 mph. Non-drop ride, will re-group often
- Thursday, June 1, 2023
- 5PC+0.028.3Dan's Thursday Glory Ride guest host JoeJoseph Vigue
Ride with GPS file starts and ends at Margarita's, we will be starting and ending at Modest Man right across the street. Once we cross the street we will be in line with the GPX file. Also it's going to be smoking hot out so be sure to have enough water and maybe drink a little extra during the day leading into the ride.
Please download the RWGPS File to your navigation device prior to the ride. If you don't have a navigation device, check out the cue sheet in the RWGPS app so you are familiar with the ride route. We expect to maintain a "C+" (13-15mph overall, flats 16+) pace, and will regroup as necessary, but we will drop no one. The goal is to finish with the same number of riders that we start with. Safety is always a priority on a group ride. Please do your best to remain predictable...point out obstacles, call out passing and follow all traffic rules. Being seen is also critical to safe riding, please have operational front and rear lights. Check out your bike prior to the ride as our rides are self supported, hence riders must bring the tools and supplies necessary to effect roadside repairs. Don't forget water and any snacks / fuel you feel you will need. If you have any questions regarding this ride please contact Joe Vigue at 802-522-2839. Hope you are able to join us!
- Saturday, June 24, 2023
- 10Amixed0.055Bridges and Breweries - Full RideStephen Schnyer
Members will meet in the East side parking lot of the Center of Keene around 10AM.
This parking lot just off Emerald and School Streets in Keene NH.
Cyclists will start making their way to the Keene Bike path around 10:30.This is a fun ride not a race, take your time and enjoy the ride.
Be careful and aware of road conditions and hazards. This ride has paved and dirt roads with some climbing and descents.
The full ride is 55+ miles with nine breweries, four covered bridges and two bike bridges, and another bridge by Sweet Waters Distillery. All together crossing over the Ashuelot River six times.
The 40 Mile Route piggybacks the 30 Mile Route until Rt 32.
Then head over to Swanzey Lake and Westport where you merge into the same route as the 55+ mile ride. With 4 covered bridges and 7 breweries.
The overlap allows shorter distance riders the opportunity to ride with friends opting to go the full distance.
There is an abbreviated route that will take you about 30 miles. With 6 breweries, two covered bridges and two bike bridges.
Time check for the full ride…. This is to give you an Idea of the travel time by bike to each of the breweries at an average speed of 16mph.
- Roll out from Elm City at 10:30 AM to Nye Hill in Roxbury 40 minutes.
- Nye Hill Brewery to the Frogg in Marlborough 15 minutes.
- Frogg to Granite Roots Brewery in Troy 25 minutes.
- Granite Roots Brewery to Outlaw in Winchester 65 minutes.
- Outlaw Brewery to West LA 35 minutes.
- West Lower Ashuelot to Branch and Blade 25 Minutes
- Branch and Blade to Modest Man 10 Minutes
- Modestman to Elm City in Keene 5 minutes
If you stay an average of 15 minutes a stop you will finish at Elm City at 4:15pm +/-
All breweries will have water on hand, and food can be attained at stops 4, 6, 7, 8, and at the end at Elm City Brewery which has a nice patio.
Please sign up for your level of ride and distance on the RIDES page. It helps us coordinate all the riders.
All routes will be posted in the RIDES page as mapped with RidewithGPS.
In case of rain look at Sunday June 25, plan your ride according to the Brewery schedules.
Enjoy and be safe.Steve
- Saturday, September 23, 2023
- 9AA0.0100.00SEACOAST CENTURY*Mike Schesser
ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS: THIS IS A NONAFFILLIATED CLUB RIDE. As this is a third party event, please email me if you would like to ride with MCC members, as well as coordinate logistics and planning. ENJOY!!!
Save the date and registration is now open for the Granite State Wheelers 49th version of this iconic ride. This ride offers route options of 25, 50, 65, and 100 miles, something for every rider. The route takes in some of the most scenic coastline NH, ME, and Mass have to offer. Registration thru BikeReg.com is now open. Don't delay as this ride quickly fills up. Also, if you are interested in volunteering to support this ride, recommend reaching out to office@gswheelers.org.
This is historically a very well run and supported ride. Riders roll out on their own schedule as the ride historically heads south to the quaint town of Newburryport, Ma before heading north back thru Hampton, Portsmouth, Kittery, York and Cape Neddick before turning back south to bring riders back to the Hampton State Beach.
*Unaffiliated Ride
Start: HAMPTON BEACH