Sunday Funday SouthWest Side Exploration Ride

2200 West 83rd Street,Chicago IL 60620

31 July, 2022

Description

Date: Sunday July 31, 2022 Departure Time: 6:30 am SHARP Distance: 44 Miles End Time: 8:00 am Ride Leader (Name/Email/Cell Number): Walt Flood; [email protected]; 773-858-3509 Start Location: Dan Ryan Woods north lot on the North side of the street at 2200 W. 83rd Street, Chicago Il 60620 Average Speed: 15- 18 mph Rolling Speed: 16 - 20 mph Stops: This ride will stop for a restroom break at the I&M Canal a bit before the halfway mark, if needed. also a quick bite and/or coffee at Afro Joe's at 99th and Longwood close to the end of the ride. Drop/No Drop: No Drop Full Ride/Route Description: Prepare for a wonderful experience on some safe roads and some of the amazing trails for offer within an easy reach of the city. This is a great opportunity to see one of Stephen Farr's masterwork routes, linking safe trails and wonderful roads (and even some climbing) into a cohesive unit. The route is designed with prevailing SW summer winds in mild, starting west on 83rd street to willow springs, where we will enjoy the natural beauty of spears Woods and get some minor climbing in. Then we will turn south for the full I&M Canal, to catch the west end of the Cal Sag trail and ride it's full length back east. From there we'll use a short stretch on 135th to jump onto the Major Taylor Trail (MTT) and ride it's full length back to the start, with a slight optional detour to experience the legendary Afro Joe's at 99th and Longwood- the MTT leads directly back to the parking lot. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES! 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!