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Flee to Fullerton

Time: April 18, 2015 from 10am to 2pm
Location: La Rabida Children's Hospital
Street: 6501 S Promonotary Dr
City/Town: Chicago
Phone: 773-633-8052
Event Type: ride
Organized By: James McCoy
Latest Activity: Apr 17, 2015

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Description

Come enjoy this newbie-friendly, relaxing bike ride along the picturesque lakefront on a terrific day.  

As with all MTC3 rides, it is highly recommended that you arrive early so that you are ready to depart at the ride time.

Date:  Saturday, April 18

Departure Time:  10 am SHARP

End Time:  2:00 pm

Start Location:  La Rabida Children's Hospital (If you're driving in, turn to the right into the southeast part of the parking lot where we meet.)

Distance:  About 25 miles

Average Speed:  12 mph - 14 mph

No Drop Ride:  No rider will be left behind. (We will stop for flats/mechanicals)

Ride Leader:  James McCoy 773-633-8052/jmccoy1905@aol.com

Brief stop at Navy Pier on the way back for photo ops and snack.

 

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!

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