TGIF Mid-Day Ride

8424 Willow Springs Road,Willow Springs IL 60480

01 July, 2022

Description

Dates: Fridays each week through the end of the season Departure Time: 1:00 pm SHARP Distance: 26-36 miles End Time: 3:30 pm Start Location: Columbia Woods 8424 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL 60480 trail entrance sits in front of the Speedway gas station follow this road to trails parking lot. Average Speed: 16+ mph Ride Leader: Celeste Adams/[email protected]/815-277-9567; Darlene Davis/[email protected] Drop/No Drop: No Drop as long as you keep the pace of the ride Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this ride leader insists that all participants wear a face covering. NO EXCEPTIONS! Parking: Please DO NOT park at the Speedway Gas Station. The gas station is near the entrance to the trail parking lot. Please park at the trailhead parking lot. 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 tools, a small multi-tool, and either a mini-pump or a CO2 cartridge set. Hydration/Food: Remember to bring water/sports drink and maybe an energy snack (bar, gel, banana, etc). 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) 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!