Long Distance Preparation Rides 2010

Because of the popularity of the 2009 series of long distance rides, there will be a ride on each Saturday from February 20th through June 26th, starting in Berea.

These rides are informal group rides open to all who are interested in the challenge of long distance cycling (Randonneuring). For some, these events are like touring with miles and miles of scenic riding, often at a leisurely pace. Some use these rides to prepare for brevets and ultra-marathon events such as Calvin's 12 Hour Challenge and the National 24 Hour Challenge. For others, it's a quest for higher speeds and faster times. Many riders set their sights on personal bests, often working together in pacelines with other similar-minded riders.

Cue sheets will be provided for the routes. This is not a supported tour but in the past we have had support vehicles (SAG) on many of the rides. However each rider must be prepared for mechanical mishaps, changes in weather, and so on.

If you are interested in participation or volunteering for these events, please contact:
Eric.Overton yahoo.com or (440) 552-6856

Long Distance Preparation Ride Schedule 2010

All Rides start in Berea (170 Lee Rd) at 9:00 am.

February

20th New London and Oberlin - 62/103 miles. Flat (weather permitting)
27th New London and Oberlin - 62/103 miles. Flat (weather permitting)

March

6th Akron and Kent - 106 miles. Flat to rolling
13th Akron and Chagrin Falls - 106 miles. Flat to rolling
20th Lodi and Wooster - 104/61 miles. Flat to rolling
27th Chagrin Falls and Squire's Castle - 106/84 miles. Rolling

April

3rd Marshallville and Doylestown. 103 miles. Rolling to hilly
10th West Salem and Overton - 104 miles. Flat to rolling
17th Johnsons Corners and Kent - 119 miles. Flat to rolling
24th West Salem and Oberlin - 102 miles. Flat to rolling

May

1st No Ride due to Calvin's 12 Hour Challenge
8th No Ride due to TOSRV (tour)
15th Oberlin and Findlay State Park - 78 miles. Flat
22nd New London and Oberlin - 106 miles. Flat to rolling
29th Congress and Oberlin - miles 109. Flat to rolling

June

5th Congress and Oberlin - miles 109. Flat to rolling
12th Apple Creek - 105 miles. Flat to rolling
19th No Ride due to the National 24 Hour Challenge
26th Johnsons Corners and Kent - 119 miles. Flat to rolling