Pedal to Palos

8331 South Holland Road,Chicago IL 60620

23 May, 2021

Description

This ride meets in the Planet Fitness parking lot. We will head west, then return. Date: Sunday, May 23, 2021 Departure Time: 8:00 am SHARP Distance: ~40 miles End Time: 12:00 pm Ride Leader: Shawn Conley/[email protected]/773-484-5543 Start Location: Planet Fitness parking lot 83rd and Holland, 8331 S Holland Rd Dr, Chicago, IL 60620, a few blocks west of the Dan Ryan Expressway (near Lowes and Walmart) Average Speed: 14-15 mph Drop/No Drop: No Drop as long as you are riding at the advertised speed Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4451739 (The route may vary slightly.) Additional Information: This is a no drop ride, intended for those who are comfortable riding the casual pace posted above. The route is on streets, so cyclists should be comfortable riding with other cyclists on the road. We plan to stay together as a group. On this ride, please bring water and/or a sports drink, a few $$ and/or credit/debit card, and something to eat (ie dried fruit, energy bar, etc.) There will be a brief stop on the way out to Palos at about the 10 mile mark. You will be able to purchase supplies at this stop, if you like. There will be another rest stop at about the 23 mile mark. Optional stop at about mile 30, if people's legs are a little tired. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this ride leader insists that all participants wear a face covering. NO EXCEPTIONS! This ride will only go if weather is permitting. Please check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to check if the ride may be cancelled due to weather. 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 levers, 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!