Pemaquid by the Sea

We had a rather hot ride from Sidney on the Fourth of July. The worst of the heat wave had passed but we were still seeking shelter in the shade where we could find it. The worst of the predicted air quality (wildfire smoke from out west) also held off, except for one ill-mannered truck driver who tried to "roll coal" on us in North Augusta. Otherwise we had great company and a great Fourth of July ride! If the heat is still getting you down, it should be a lot cooler along the coast, and fortuitously we will be riding down to Pemaquid on Saturday! Hope to see you then! Saturday, July 11; DAMARISCOTTA "To Pemaquid Point" - a tour through Bristol, Bremen, Pemaquid and Damariscotta. START: 9:30 AM at Hannaford's supermarket, 469 Main Street (Business Rt. 1) in Damariscotta. DISTANCE: approx. 39 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, davidlipman1948@gmail.com LINK TO RIDE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37338970

Down to Scotty

We had a beautiful day for our KVBC ride from Oakland on Saturday. The bright sun warmed things up to the point where we were thankful for any shade we could find, and the post-ride stop for ice cream was much appreciated. Our thanks to Tammy for another great ride (and some creative snacks!). Next Sunday we will meet at Hannaford's in Damariscotta (note 9:30 am start) for our annual ride down the coast to Pemaquid. Hope to see you all on Sunday! Sunday, July 27; DAMARISCOTTA "To Pemaquid Point" - a tour through Bristol, Bremen, Pemaquid and Damariscotta. START: 9:30 AM at Hannaford's supermarket, 469 Main Street (Business Rt. 1) in Damariscotta. DISTANCE: approx. 39 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@lkblawmaine.com LINK TO RIDE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37338970

Pemaquid Pro Quo

 

We had absolutely splendid weather for our ride from Smithfield on Saturday. We rode over fresh new pavement in Madison and stopped at the Father Rasle Memorial before the two rides split. Those of us on the long ride were delayed by a parade in downtown Madison, but because we were on bikes they thought we were just big kids so they threw us candy, too, and then let us go before anyone else. Next Sunday we will meet in Damariscotta (9:30am start time) for our popular tour down to Pemaquid Point. Hope you can join us!

Sunday, September 1; DAMARISCOTTA

"To Pemaquid Point" - a tour through Bristol, Bremen, Pemaquid and Damariscotta.

START: 9:30 AM at Hannaford's supermarket, 469 Main Street (Business Rt. 1) in Damariscotta.

DISTANCE: approx. 39 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@lkblawmaine.com

LINK TO RIDE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37338970

You Otta Ride from Damariscotta

We had a splendid ride from Chelsea last Saturday.  The route took a large group of us and some visitors over some back roads down through Whitefield to the Head Tide Dam and back through Pittston & Randolph, with an ice cream stop towards the end!  Many thanks to Fred and Lisa for organizing and leading the ride.  This Saturday we will meet in Damariscotta for a very scenic ride to Pemaquid (a slight change from the earlier ride schedule).  Hope you can join us!

Saturday, July 12th; DAMARISCOTTA

"Drafting Through Damariscotta" - a tour through Bristol, Bremen, Pemaquid and Damariscotta.

START:  9:00 AM at Hannaford's supermarket, 469 Main Street (Business Rt. 1) in Damariscotta.

DISTANCE:  approx. 39 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@lkblawmaine.com

LINK TO RIDE MAP:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37338970

 

Pemaquid Points the Way

Last weekend was just gorgeous for cycling, and our ride Sunday out of Winslow was first rate.  We had lots of fresh, new pavement and little traffic.  Our thanks to Tom for leading us on a great route!  This Saturday we will venture down to the coast for our popular ride from Damariscotta to Pemaquid and back.  Please note that this ride has been switched from Sunday to Saturday, and also note the 9:30 am start time.  We'll see you then!

Saturday, July 16th; DAMARISCOTTA

"Drafting Through Damariscotta" - a tour through Bristol, Bremen, Pemaquid and Damariscotta.

START:  9:30 AM at Hannaford's supermarket, 469 Main Street (Business Rt. 1) in Damariscotta.

DISTANCE:  approx. 39 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@lkblawmaine.com

LINK TO RIDE MAP:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37338970

 

You Otta Ride Damariscotta

 We had another excellent ride out of Oakland last Sunday. It was cloudy and a lot cooler but the rains held off, and we only saw some drizzle at the very end of the ride. Many thanks to Tammy for leading the ride and making some special treats for the lucky ones who turned out.  Next Sunday we will venture down to the coast for our annual ride from Damariscotta to Pemaquid - please note the 10:00 am start.  Remember to bring a mask if you should need to stop in any stores (and don't forget helmets either).  Hope you can join us, and if not, have a great holiday weekend!.

Sunday, September 5th; DAMARISCOTTA

"Drafting Through Damariscotta" - a tour through Bristol, Bremen, Pemaquid and Damariscotta.

START:  10:00 AM at Hannaford's supermarket, 469 Main Street (Business Rt. 1) in Damariscotta.

DISTANCE:  approx. 39 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@lkblawmaine.com

LINK TO RIDE MAP:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37338970

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 Damariscotta.

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.com.
LINK TO RIDE MAP (2015): http://gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6791021