Happy New Year! We met the challenges of the past year with a extraordinary group effort - kudos to you all! The new year will bring further challenges, but let us hope to conquer those as well. Hope to see you on the road real soon!
Thursday, December 31, 2020
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! We met the challenges of the past year with a extraordinary group effort - kudos to you all! The new year will bring further challenges, but let us hope to conquer those as well. Hope to see you on the road real soon!
Thursday, November 5, 2020
Turning Another Leaf
After
a string of chilly rides in October it is a welcome treat to have
temperatures climb up into the 60s again, and we'll gladly take
advantage of it this Sunday in Belgrade Lakes. We are regrettably
beginning to see a surge of COVID cases in the state, so be extra
cautious, bring masks and use them when near others, keep up with
distancing, and stay home if you have a temperature or other symptoms.
We may not see too many more days for riding than those predicted for
the weekend, so we hope to see you Sunday!
November 8th, Sunday: BELGRADE LAKES
"Take It or Leaf It" - a tour around Great
Pond through Belgrade, Rome, and Mount Vernon.
START: 10:00 A.M., at the Belgrade Community
Center on Rt. 27, a half mile south of the Village of Belgrade Lakes, on
the right (northbound) just past the Great Pond Marina. Park in the community
center parking lot nearest the street (just as you turn in).
DISTANCE: 28 miles.
TERRAIN: rolling to "moderately" hilly
(translation: there are hills on this ride).
HIGHLIGHTS: post-peak foliage views of the Belgrade
Lakes, some roller coaster hills, Castle Island, Blueberry
Hill, and a possible stop at Hello Good Pie in Belgrade Lakes.
LEADER: Jim Merrick, hjmerrick@gmail.com, 293-3784.
LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-pedometer.
For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle
Club, contact Jim at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, find us on Facebook, or check out
our blog at http://postedroads.blogspot.
Monday, October 26, 2020
It has been getting chilly, but fortunately we had some nice sunny conditions for fine late Fall riding as we did last Sunday in Farmington. They are predicting more of the same for this Saturday's ride in Wayne, for our annual Halloween ride around the cemeteries of Wayne, Kents Hill and Fayette. As in the past, costumes are optional, if you can work in helmets and masks and avoid any chain-catching accoutrements. This is our last scheduled ride of the season, but we may have some impromptu rides ahead if the weather is favorable. I, for one, am really looking forward to the day I don't have to add a reminder to bring masks and use them in close quarters, maintain social distancing, and please stay home if you are feeling sick. You have all done very well this year, and deserve credit to yourselves. Hope to see you Saturday!
Saturday, October 31st - WAYNE
"Wicked Wayne" - a Halloween ride featuring some historic cemeteries along some quiet back roads (maybe too quiet).
START: 10:00 AM at the Wayne Elementary School, 48 Pond Road, Wayne.
DISTANCE: about 20 miles.
TERRAIN: moderate, creepy in spots.
HIGHLIGHTS: at least five local cemeteries, including the circular Wing family cemetery and the Kent family cemetery; the Apple Shed on Kents Hill, a notorious, unsolved historic crime scene, and other local haunts.
LEADER: Jim Merrick, hjmerrick@gmail.com, 293-3784.
LINK to ROUTE MAP: http://www.gmap-
Monday, October 19, 2020
Industrious Ventures
The weather started to turn frosty for our ride Sunday from Waterville to Canaan. We did have some bright sunshine, some beautiful Fall colors, and a fine group of 18 riders to take it all in. Many thanks to David for leading the ride, and to Camille for scoping it out! This Sunday we will meet in Farmington for a ride to Clearwater Pond in Industry. By now you should know all the COVID-19 protocols: please bring a mask and use it when in close quarters, maintain social distancing, and please stay home and get well if you are feeling sick. Hope to see you Sunday!
Sunday, October 25th: FARMINGTON
"The Ups and Downs of Industry": a ride through the picturesque hills and hollows of Farmington, New Sharon, and Industry.
START: 9:30 A.M., at the Hannaford Plaza on Rt. 4 in Farmington, about a mile south from the junction of Rt. 4 and Rt. 27, towards Wilton. Park near the entrance to the shopping plaza.
DISTANCE: 25-30 miles.
TERRAIN: rolling to hilly; approx. one mile of gravel along the Sandy River, and 3 miles of cinder on the Rail Trail (optional)
HIGHLIGHTS: quiet back roads along the Sandy River, spectacular panoramic views from the ridgetops of New Sharon & Industry, Clearwater Pond at Allens Mills, a possible stop at Java Joe's in Farmington, and an optional run along the Whistlestop Rail Trail.
LEADER: Jim Merrick, 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com.
LINK to ROUTE MAP: http://www.gmap-
For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club and its rides contact Jim Merrick, 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, or check out the KVBC blog, "Posted Roads" at http://postedroads.
Monday, October 12, 2020
Sorting Out Somerset
We got a taste of the late Fall approaching, with crisp, cool weather and some impressive headwinds on the ride from Winslow last Sunday. Despite a somewhat frosty start, we had a sparkling clear day with lots of sunshine, some very pretty roads and good company. Many thanks to Tom for leading! This Sunday we will start in Waterville for another popular ride up to Canaan and vicinity. Please remember to stay vigilant in the current pandemic - bring masks to wear in close quarters, spread out at the ride start and when regrouping on the route, and please stay home if you are feeling unwell. Hope to see you Sunday!
"A Somerset Sortie" - a scenic tour through Somerset County in peak Fall season.
START: 9:00am at the Alfond Youth & Community Center, 126 North Street, Waterville.
DISTANCES: 29 or 39 miles.
TERRAIN: moderate with some hills.
HIGHLIGHTS: country roads along the Kennebec and inland from Canaan to Benton, with some fine ridge-top views.
LEADER: David Chiappetta, dlchiappetta@aol.com.
LINK to ROUTE MAP (Short Ride): https://www.gmap-
LINK to ROUTE MAP (Long Ride): https://www.gmap-
Monday, October 5, 2020
Winsome Lose Some
We had a nice, adventurous gravel ride last Saturday from New Sharon. Despite the recent rains, most of the roads were in good shape. It was a good opportunity to get off the beaten track and explore some little-traveled roads in foliage season. On Sunday, a record number of 12 of us did all or parts of the Cadillac Challenge, the only Century ride in Maine this year. This Sunday we will return to the pavement for another pretty ride on the roads east of the Kennebec through Winslow, Benton & Clinton. There has been a recent spike in Covid cases (including you-know-who), so pandemic precautions are still in order: bring masks and use them when you can't distance, stay well apart, and stay home if you are feeling unwell. Hope to see you Sunday!
Sunday, October 11 - WINSLOW
"Winsome Winslow" - a Fall tour around Winslow, Benton and Clinton
START: 9 am at the Winslow Elementary School, 285 Benton Avenue, Winslow
DISTANCE: Approx. 28 miles
TERRAIN: Moderate with some hills
HIGHLIGHTS: Back roads of Winslow, Benton, and Clinton
LEADER: Tom Michaud, sdnytom@yahoo.com
LINK TO RIDE MAP: https://gmap-pedometer.
Monday, September 28, 2020
Don't Grovel on Gravel
Fall has arrived with a sudden explosion of color! We had some spectacular riding last weekend on Saturday in Livermore and Sunday in Norridgewock and Madison. Our thanks to John, and Brian & Denise, for leading a pair of great rides. We are going to kick off October with a (mostly) gravel ride from New Sharon exploring the back roads of Vienna and Chesterville. The route can be done on 28mm tires, but be sure to bring bikes with good rubber. Even though we will be off in the woods away from civilization, please remember to bring masks, maintain pandemic distancing, and stay home if you are feeling sick. Hope to see you Saturday!
"Sandy River Gravitas" - a mostly gravel ride on back roads around New Sharon, Vienna, and Chesterville.
START: 9:00 am at the junction of Rt. 2 and Rt.134 in New Sharon. Park along the old bridge access road (now a dead end) that parallels Rt. 2. Additional parking a short distance up Rt. 134 at the Congregational Church.
DISTANCE: 20 miles, approx. 12.5 gravel and 7.5 pavement.
TERRAIN: varied with some moderate climbs and fast descents.
HIGHLIGHTS: a sampling of local gravel roads, ranging from delightful to decrepit, and lots of Fall foliage up close. Paved alternatives abound to avoid some of the gravel.
LEADER: Jim Merrick, 293-2784, hjmerrick@gmail.com.
LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-
Sunday, September 27, 2020
KVBC Rides for October
The Fall cycling season has arrived! Here are the KVBC ride offerings for October!
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Why a Bridge?
Sunday's KVBC ride (part 2 of our weekend doubleheader) will be a revision of our popular Fall ride out to the historic Wire Bridge in New Portland. The Long Ride (53 mi.) will start in Norridgewock at 9 am, and connect up with the Short Ride (37 mi.) starting in Madison. We will have ride leaders at both starting locations. Please remember that we are still diligently observing pandemic protocols, so bring masks and be prepared to use them in close quarters, keep a healthy distance apart both at the start and when stopping to regroup enroute, and stay home and get well if you are feeling sick. Hope to see you out on Saturday or Sunday or both!
Sunday, September 27 - NORRIDGEWOCK and MADISON
"The Wire Bridge Ride" - a Fall Foliage tour along the scenic Carrabassett River, through Norridgewock, Madison, Anson, New Portland and New Vineyard.
START: Long Ride - 9:00 AM at Mill Stream Elementary School on Rt.2 in Norridgewock; Short Ride - 9:45 AM at the parking lot across from the former Madison Mill on Main St. in Madison, just before the bridge over the Kennebec.
DISTANCE: Long Ride - approx 53 miles; Short Ride - approx. 37 miles.
TERRAIN: moderate with some hills
HIGHLIGHTS: Fall foliage along the Carrabassett River, and the historic Wire Bridge in New Portland, a civil engineering landmark built in 1866, perhaps the only one of its kind still in existence.
LEADERS: Brian Bowker, 485-6793, bbowk321@yahoo.com; and Denise Crowell, 213-8336, denisemcrowell@
Link to long route (53 miles) starting at Mill Stream Elementary School in Norridgewock
Link to short route (37 miles) starting from parking lot across the street from the former Madison Paper Mill, Madison
An Apple a Day
We had a beautiful, crisp, clear Fall day for the ride in Augusta on Sunday. The ride saw a fine turnout, great scenery, and some sections of fresh new pavement. Many thanks to Duncan for leading and for reworking the start at a more spacious parking area. This weekend we will feature two popular rides: the first will be on Saturday in Livermore and will stop at Boothby's Apple Orchard. Sunday we will ride to the Wire Bridge in New Portland (details forthcoming). Remember that we are still observing pandemic protocols, and they are still concerned about a second surge of cases, so please bring masks and be prepared to use them, maintain social distancing, and please stay home if you are feeling sick. Hope you can join us!
Saturday, September 26 - LIVERMORE FALLS
"Boothby's Apple Ride" - a tour of the ponds and ridges around Livermore and Chesterville, with an apple orchard stop.
START: 9:00 am at the store formerly known as Pike's Corner Oasis (now Mallard Mart) at the junction of Rt.s 106, 133, and Campground Road in Livermore.
DISTANCE: 40 miles.
TERRAIN: moderately hilly with several good hills.
HIGHLIGHTS: great back roads with numerous scenic views, and a stop at Boothby's Orchard, a family-owned farm for seven generations going back to 1865. We may have a vehicle at the orchard to transport any apples you buy back to the start.
LEADER: John Lanoue, john.lanoue@avid.com.
LINK to ROUTE MAP (2016): https://www.gmap-
For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, and check out the KVBC blog at http://postedroads.
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
A Capital A
Don't want to jinx things, but we have had some wonderful riding weather of late, and last Saturday's ride from Damariscotta was a fine example. The ride down the Pemaquid Peninsula was exceptionally pretty, the winds were calm and the ocean was sparkling in the bright sun. The burned out shell of the old Sea Gull Restaurant where we normally stop for lunch was a bit jarring, but it was uplifting to see the staff out selling baked goods and coffee in the parking lot, determined to rebuild. Many thanks to David & Laura for another memorable ride! This Sunday we will head out of Cony H.S. for our annual "breakfast" ride, although due to the pandemic, a breakfast stop will be totally optional. Please remember to bring masks to wear when in close quarters, maintain social distancing, and please stay home and get well if you are feeling sick. Hope to see you Sunday!
Sunday, September 20th - AUGUSTA
"Capital Breakfast Ride" - a tour through the stately residential areas and outlying farms of our capital city.
START: 9:00 AM at the parking lot of Cony High School, 60 Pierce Street off of Rt. 105, Augusta
DISTANCE: approx. 30 miles.
TERRAIN: moderate with a few good hills.
HIGHLIGHTS: An optional breakfast stop (TBD), and some really fine touring roads east of the capital.
LEADER: Duncan Tate, datateme@gmail.com
LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-
LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-
For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, follow us on Facebook or check out the KVBC blog at http://postedroads.
Tuesday, September 8, 2020
Down to "Scotti"
We had gorgeous weather for the ride from Wayne on Sunday. Another fine turnout got to enjoy some great back roads, some with new pavement, and some closed to motor vehicles due to bridge construction that had a bike and pedestrian pathway in place! Many thanks to Fritz and Susan for another fine ride in Wayne! This Saturday we will venture to the coast for what's become an annual KVBC tour from Damariscotta down to Pemaquid. Please remember to bring masks and be prepared to use them as need arises, stay well apart, clean those hands, and join us some other time if you are feeling sick. Hope to see you on Saturday!
Saturday, September 12th; DAMARISCOTTA
"Drafting Through Damariscotta" - a tour through Bristol, Bremen, Pemaquid and Damarisco
START: 10:00 AM at Hannaford's supermarket, 469 Main Street (Business Rt. 1) in Damariscotta.
DISTANCE: approx. 38 miles.
TERRAIN: Moderate to rolling with no major hills.
HIGHLIGHTS: scenic roads within the Pemaquid Peninsula, fresh and salt water views abound.
LEADER: David Lipman, dlipman@lipmankatz.
LINK TO RIDE MAP (2015): http://gmap-pedometer.
Wednesday, September 2, 2020
Whither Wayne?
We had another fine ride last Sunday from Oakland. The weather cooperated for the most part - we had some stiff headwinds at times (and some wicked tailwinds at times) and the roads were really nice. Many thanks to Tammy for leading and for the winery/cycling related keepsakes she made for everyone! This Sunday we will explore the many ways to Wayne. We've made it to September, so stick to your precautions and make sure to bring masks and be prepared to use them. Stay a good distance apart, wash your hands, and please stay at home if you are not feeling well. Hope to see you Sunday!
Sunday, September 6th - WAYNE
"Which Way to Wayne?" - an early Fall tour from Wayne to Fayette, Livermore, Leeds, and Winthrop.
START: 9 am at the Wayne Elementary School, 48 Pond Road, Wayne. DISTANCE: 37 or 36 miles.
TERRAIN: flat to moderately hilly; an optional route with some gravel riding.
HIGHLIGHTS: scenic back roads with some great views.
LEADER: Fritz Onion, fritz-onion@
LINKS to ROUTE MAPS:
Road option: https://www.strava.
Gravel option: https://www.strava.
For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, or check out our club blog, "Posted Roads" at http://postedroads.
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Rolling Barrels
We had a great ride out of Lincolnville last Sunday. Due to coronavirus restrictions, we were unable to visit the Cellar Door Winery as in years past, but the roads were as scenic as ever. Many thanks to David for stepping in to lead the ride for us. This week we may have another winery tour following the ride from Oakland, although pandemic protocols are still in place: bringing masks is recommended and their use will occasionally be required; continue to maintain a healthy distance from others, and please stay home if you are feeling sick. Hope to see you Sunday!
Sunday, August 30 - OAKLAND
"Barreling through Oakland" - a tour around Oakland, Norridgewock, New Sharon, and Smithfield.
START: 9:00 am at Tree Spirits, 152 Fairfield Street (Rt.23) in Oakland (in case the parking area is full, additional parking can be found a short distance away at the Oakland Post Office at the corner of Oakland Road and East School Street).
DISTANCE: about 40 miles.
TERRAIN: moderate with some hills.
HIGHLIGHTS: fine back roads with lakeside views, and a stop at Tree Spirits winery in Oakland.
LEADER: Tammy Jones, tjjones@colby.edu.
LINK to ROUTE MAP (2017): https://www.gmap-
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
In the Mood
"Moping Around Moody Mountain" - a tour around Lincolnville, Slab City, Belmont, Moody Mountain, Youngtown, and Camden.
START: 9:30 am at the Lincolnville Central School at 523 Hope Road, Rt. 235.
DISTANCES: 24, 31, and 35 miles.
TERRAIN: rolling with some hills in Camden
HIGHLIGHTS: some great back roads we don't often get to ride on as a group, and a possible stop in Camden.
LEADER: David Chiappetta, dlchiappetta@aol.com.
LINK TO LONG ROUTE: https://www.mapmyride.
LINK TO SHORTER ROUTE: https://www.mapmyride.
LINK TO SHORTEST ROUTE: https://www.mapmyride.
Monday, August 10, 2020
Ice Cream Loops
Saturday, August 15 - SMITHFIELD
"Looping the Lakes" - a scenic tour through Smithfield, Belgrade, Rome, and Mercer.
START: 9:00 AM, at Tri-Pond Variety (formerly Sweet Dreams) on Rt. 8 in Smithfield, at the junction of Rt. 8 and Rt. 137. Please park in the back of the lot away from the store entrance..
DISTANCES: approx. 10, 17 or 30 miles.
TERRAIN: moderate to moderately hilly.
HIGHLIGHTS: many scenic lake views, summer camps, and a possible stop at the Ice Cream Place in Smithfield.
LEADER: Larry Childs, lrchilds@roadrunner.com
LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-
For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com, or check out our club blog, "Posted Roads" at http://postedroads.
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Got Amish?
We had a beautiful day last Saturday to kick off our rides in August, and we took full advantage by following a very pretty route from Richmond to Wiscasset. Our thanks to David Lipman who scoped out the route, and to all who helped out. This Saturday we will explore a new route on the Tour de Whitefield, another popular ride. We will start this year at the Whitefield Elementary School to take advantage of a larger parking area in which to spread out at the start. Please remember to bring a mask for use when in close proximity with others, maintain a healthy distance otherwise, and please stay home if you are feeling sick. Take care, and see you Saturday!
Saturday, August 8 - WHITEFIELD
"Tour de Whitefield" - a rural tour through the rolling hills and farms of Whitefield, Pittston, Jefferson and Windsor.
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Down to the Sea for Treats
It was yet another fine ride from Gardiner down to Bowdoinham last Sunday. The weather was fine, the traffic was light, the route was well-arrowed - we missed seeing another club of riders head by in the opposite direction, but maybe we'll meet again, post-pandemic. Many thanks to Joe for another great ride! This Saturday we will head down to Richmond for a ride to Wiscasset. Please note that we are moving the ride start to the Richmond High School so we will have a larger parking lot in which to spread out. Remember to bring masks (you will need them if you stop at Treats in Wiscasset at their walk-up window), keep a healthy distance from each other, and please stay home and get well if you are feeling sick. Hope to see you Saturday!
Saturday, August 1st - RICHMOND
"Wheeling Down to Wiscasset, or, Richmond to the Sea" - a tour along the river through Richmond, Dresden, and Wiscasset.
START: 9 AM at Richmond High School and Middle School, 132 Main Street (Rt. 197) across from Williams Street.
DISTANCE: approx. 35 miles.
TERRAIN: moderate with one or two significant hills.
HIGHLIGHTS: scenic views along the river and Wiscasset, with a possible stop at Treats in Wiscasset.
LEADER: Jim Merrick, hjmerrick@gmail.com.
LINK to RIDE MAP: https://www.gmap-
We welcome suggestions for improving our rides and encourage active participation of all members. For more information, contact Jim Merrick at hjmerrick@gmail.com or via the club blog, Posted Roads at http://postedroads.
Monday, July 20, 2020
Bowdoinham by Bike
We had a very pleasant ride Saturday from Vassalboro out to Albion, with another great turn-out. Some riders even tackled the 50-mile option, despite the increasing heat of the day. Many thanks to Peggy for leading, and to Paul for assisting with the longer route. This Sunday will see cooler weather and the return of one of our popular rides from Gardiner down to Bowdoinham. Please remember to stay on top of your coronavirus precautions: bring masks to wear in close quarters and maintain distancing, and please stay home if you are feeling sick. Hope to see you Sunday!
Sunday, July 26th - GARDINER
"Biking to Bowdoinham" - a tour of the southern Kennebec Valley through Gardiner, Richmond and Bowdoinham.
START: 9:00 AM, at the Laura Richards School, Rt. 201 in Gardiner, 1.5 miles south of the junction of Rt. 201 and Rt.s 126/9 (the junction near the A-1 Diner). The school is a modern brick building with a "spiked ball" sculpture, on the west side of Rt. 201, on the left past the Gardiner Armory (just as you enter the "thickly settled" area). Park in the lot on the north side of the school.
DISTANCE: 40 miles.
TERRAIN: Moderately hilly.
HIGHLIGHTS: quiet back roads along streams and farmland south & west of Gardiner.
LEADER: Joe Renda, geologyjoe@gmail.com
LINK to ROUTE MAP (2015): http://www.gmap-
Monday, July 13, 2020
Ambling Martyrs
We had a fine ride around Lake
Cobbossee on Sunday, with another great turn-out, despite the overcast
and humid conditions - many thanks to all who turned out despite the
late rescheduling, and my apologies to the rider who got lost. This
Saturday we will head out on a new ride to Albion, birthplace of Elijah
Parish Lovejoy, the early 19th century martyr to freedom of the press.
Unless you aspire to martyrdom yourself, please remember that we are
following pandemic protocols: maintain a healthy distance from others,
bring and use a mask in close quarters, and please stay home and get
well if you are feeling sick. Stay well, and hope to see you Saturday!
Saturday, July 18th, EAST VASSALBORO
"Ambling to Albion" - a tour through China, Albion, and Vassalboro
START: 9:00 AM at Vassalboro Community School, 1116 Webber Pond Road near the junction with Bog Road, East Vassalboro.
DISTANCE: 34 miles, with a 50-option from an 8:30 am remote start at Paul Mitnick's - call him for directions at 923-3758
TERRAIN: moderate, with some hills and flat
sections.
HIGHLIGHTS: scenic back country past lakes and streams to Albion, birthplace of martyrs
LEADER: Peggy Horner, phorner_1@yahoo.com
LINK TO ROUTE MAP:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com?
Friday, July 10, 2020
Cobbossee Ride RESCHEDULED to SUNDAY, Hot Dog!
Due to forecasts of steady showers on Saturday we will reschedule the Cobbossee Odyssey ride in Manchester to Sunday, July 12, and hope for a break in the weather. Since the weekend ride was originally intended to be our annual "Ken's Hot Dog Ride" (postponed due to COVID-19) we will honor that ride in spirit with "Ken's VIRTUAL Hot Dog Ride" which you are free to participate in on your own, or virtually - share a photo with us if you do! See you Sunday!
Sunday, July 12th - MANCHESTER
"A Cobbossee Odyssey": a tour around Cobbosseecontee Lake.
START: 9:00 A.M., at the parking lot on McArdle Street, just off Rt. 202W past the junction of Rt. 202 & Rt.17, between the Manchester Grange Hall and Fielders' Choice Ice Cream Stand. The parking lot is the first right after you turn on McArdle Street.
DISTANCE: 28.8 miles.
TERRAIN: rolling with some challenging hills.
HIGHLIGHTS: views of Cobbossee Lake, back roads of Winthrop, Manchester, West Gardiner, Litchfield, and Monmouth, and a potential ice cream stop conveniently at the end!
LEADER: Jim Merrick, hjmerrick@gmail.com
Link to Ride Map (2015): http://gmap-pedometer.
For more info on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club contact Jim Merrick at hjmerrick@gmail.com, check out the club blog at http://postedroads.
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Cobbossee, My Odyssey
We had another fine outing on the Fourth of July in Sidney, courtesy of Jim Putnam. It started off cloudy and mercifully cooler than it has been of late, but cleared up and warmed up by the ride's end. Many thanks to Jim and the 20 or so riders who turned out on the holiday. This Saturday we will revisit another classic club ride around Lake Cobbosseecontee, with an optional ice cream stop at the end. Please remember that we are following pandemic protocols: please bring a mask with you to wear when you are in close proximity with others, maintain a healthy distance between riders, and please stay home if you are feeling unwell. Join us if you can!
Saturday, July 11th - MANCHESTER
"A Cobbossee Odyssey": a tour around Cobbosseecontee Lake.
START: 9:00 A.M., at the parking lot on McArdle Street, just off Rt. 202W past the junction of Rt. 202 & Rt.17, between the Manchester Grange Hall and Fielders' Choice Ice Cream Stand. The parking lot is the first right after you turn on McArdle Street.
DISTANCE: 28.8 miles.
TERRAIN: rolling with some challenging hills.
HIGHLIGHTS: views of Cobbossee Lake, back roads of Winthrop, Manchester, West Gardiner, Litchfield, and Monmouth, and a potential ice cream stop conveniently at the end!
LEADER: Jim Merrick, hjmerrick@gmail.com
Link to Ride Map (2015): http://gmap-pedometer.
For more info on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club contact Jim Merrick at hjmerrick@gmail.com, check out the club blog at http://postedroads.
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