Major Taylor Trail Roll To The River

2150 West 83rd Street,Chicago IL 60620

21 May, 2022

Description

Riding The Major Taylor Trail Date: May 21, 2022 Arrival Time and Details 8:00am Departure Time 8:20am End Time: 1:30 PM Start Location; North Trail Head of the Major Taylor Trail. Dan Ryan Woods Cook County Forest Preserve, Grove 15 lot. 2150 W. 83rd street Distance: 18 miles Average Speed: 12 mph Drop/No Drop: No drop Ride Leader: Peter Taylor; [email protected]; 1-312-914-3629 Additional Information: Riding the length of the Major Taylor Trail south to Whistler woods. Then west on the Cal Sag Trail to Blue Island. Then on quiet street back thru Beverly and Evergreen Park to the Starting Point. Kit Type/Jersey Colors (i.e.. White 10th Yr Anniversary/White Jersey): Wear Club Colors HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES! http://majortaylorchicago.com/riderules/ 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 are 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 (saddlebag 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 are not 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 are not 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! As always... check the MTC3 Listserv on the day of the ride for any updates on weather, etc. To join the listserv, sign up for our Yahoogroup!