We will explore northwest Indiana all the way to picturesque Cedar Lake.  We will ride at a comfortable pace and enjoy the scenery.  

Date:  Saturday, August 22

Time:  7:30 am SHARP at Wolf Lake; 8:20 am SHARP at Wicker Park

End time:  1:30 pm

Start Location 1:  Wolf Lake, Illinois side of Wolf Lake 12949 S. Avenue O (upon entering Wolf Lake, turn right and park on the right-hand-side.) We will begin here at 7:30 am SHARP.

Start Location 2:  Wicker Park - 8554 Indianapolis Blvd., This is near Indianapolis Blvd and Ridge Road.  (Parking lot near the ice cream stand on the north side of the park.) The ride will leave from here after the cyclists have arrived from Wolf Lake.  All cyclists starting here should be ready to depart at 8:20 am SHARP.  

Distance:  About 65 miles from Wolf Lake, about 45 miles from Wicker Park

Pace:  Rolling speed 15-18 mph; average speed 15-16 mph

This is a no drop ride.  Please be sure that you are capable of keeping this pace before signing up for this ride.  The entire group will stop for all mechanicals.

Route:  http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4450644

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

We will ride from Wolf Lake out to Cedar Lake with brief stops along the way, including a quick stop at the Tastee Top Grill to eat or have a slushie or ice cream.  http://www.tasteetopgrill.com/  On the way out and back we will ride on the Erie Lackawanna trail primarily and traveling on roads the rest of the way.   We recommend to bring money for snacks and/or sports drinks for this ride.

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?  

 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.