This ride combines 2 completely different but exhilarating things, bikes and boats.  First, we will ride up the beautiful lakefront path, then return to the Southern Shore Yacht Club for a steak fry. 

 Departure Time:  6:00 pm SHARP

 Distance:  about 20 miles

 Pace:  12-14 mph average speed

 This is a no drop ride.  No rider will be left behind. 

 End Time:  8:00 pm

 Ride Leader:  Shawn A. Conley/773-484-5543/sconley24@aol.com

 We will begin with a leisurely ride on the lakefront path followed by a Steak Fry by our good friends at the Southern Shore Yacht Club.  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Southern-Shore-Yacht-Club/108216019219471

 The Steak Fry is typically $40, but for those who are riding and enjoying the steak fry, they have reduced the cost to $35 for us.  You just have to mention that you are with the bike ride.  They accept cash and credit/debit cards.  Payment must be the day of the ride.  There is no way to pre-pay for this event.  Southern Shore Yacht Club is located at 6401 S. Richard Drive, just acrossLake Shore Drive from La Rabida Children’s Hospital.  So, come on out and enjoy this ride and fun times with us!

HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES! 

http://majortaylorchicago.com/ride-rules/

WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

Part of being a good cyclist is having the tools and accessories necessary to be self-sufficient, safe, and ready to ride.  Below is a general list of items to bring and a to-do list to be ready for an MTC3 ride.

• ●      Gear Bag:  buy a gear bag (saddle bag is recommended) and stock it with the basics  – extra tube, tire tools, a small multi-tool, and either a mini-pump or a CO2 cartridge set.
• ●      Tire Pressure:  pump your tires up before coming to the ride, or bring a floor pump that you can use in the parking lot before the ride.  If you need help, MTC3 ride leaders will be there to help you learn.
• ●      Your bike:  Give it a quick inspection.  Spin the wheels to make sure they aren’t rubbing.  Do the gears shift accurately and easily?  Does everything seem to be in order?  This is called an ABC check.  (Air, Brakes, and Chain)
• ●      Hydration/Food: Remember to bring water/sports drink and maybe an energy snack (bar, gel, banana, etc).
• ●      Optional items:  The following will make your ride more enjoyable, but aren’t absolutely necessary.  Cycling gloves, sunglasses, cycling shoes and clipless pedals, padded cycling shorts.
• ●      Be on Time:  MTC3 rides leave promptly at the advertised time.  Get to the start of the ride with plenty of time to get yourself and your bike ready to roll with soul!