Spidey Ride

The warm temperatures this November are allowing us to enjoy this late season ride.  Don't pass up the chance to do this ride before the temperatures drop.  We will have nice scenery with forest preserves, hidden lakes, and river views.  The trails are fun to ride.  Let's roll!

Date: 11/15/2015

Time:  9:00 am SHARP at Midlothian Reservoir; 10:00 am SHARP at Lake Katherine

End Time:  3:30 pm at Midlothian Reservoir;  2:30 pm at Lake Katherine 

Start Location 1:  Midlothian Reservoir  (167th and Forest Avenue, one block west of Cicero)  There is ample parking there at the forest preserve.  

Start Location 2:  Lake Katherine Nature Center (11841 Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL)  There is ample parking in the parking lot along Lake Katherine Drive.  Park there, and then ride over to the meeting spot at the trail head at the address above. (11841 Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL)

Distance:  45 miles from Midlothian Reservoir; 25 miles from Lake Katherine

Pace: 14-18 mph

Average Speed:  12 mph 

Ride Leader:  Jim Davis/jtd8343@gmail.com/312-498-1245

This is a NO DROP ride.  This ride is intended for those who are able to maintain this pace or faster.  Please be sure that this ride is within your capability.  

Cyclists will have the option of stopping at Imperial Oak Brewery (http://www.imperialoakbrewing.com/) or a 7-Eleven for food and to resupply at the halfway point.

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!