Vassaboro Isn't Hassleboro

The weather turned a bit cooler for our ride last Saturday in Winslow, but we had nice bright sunshine and a fine turnout. Our thanks to Tom for leading the ride and to all who turned out! This Saturday we will return to Vassalboro for another popular ride taking us around Webber Pond and China Lake. Hope to see you Saturday! Saturday, May 30 - VASSALBORO "Velo Vassalboro" - a scenic tour around the China Lake region START: 9:00am at the parking lot at the end of Arrowhead Drive next to the Natanis Golf Course off of Webber Pond Road heading north. (Not to be confused with Fairway Drive. Use Barrows Road on your GPS and it is the next road on the left after that.) Please park at the end of the road, beyond the garages in the large dirt parking lot after the condo buildings. DISTANCE: approx. 33 miles TERRAIN: Moderate to Hilly HIGHLIGHTS: Views of China Lake and Webber Pond, gentleman farms and country homes along the Neck Road. LEADER: David Lipman, dlipman@lipmankatz.com LINK TO RIDE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/290344826 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.blogspot.com, or keep up to date via our Facebook page.

Miles of Mills

We had a small but hardy group that turned out for the Wake Up the Earth ride in Turner on Saturday, despite the mis-forecast of overcast and drizzly conditions. Fortunately the skies cleared up, the sun came out, the Nezinscot Farm Store was a welcoming stop, and we had a nice ride! This Saturday we will head out to South China for a ride through the mill towns of Windsor and China. See you then! Saturday, April 25 - SOUTH CHINA "Through the Mills" - a tour through Windsor and So. China to Weeks Mills and Coopers Mills. START: 10:00 am at Hannaford's in South China, near the junction of Rt. 32 and Rt.s 3 & 202 DISTANCE: 26 or 30 mi. TERRAIN: somewhat hilly HIGHLIGHTS: some fine back roads through some venerable old mill villages. Possible pre-ride breakfast gathering at "Greg's Place" near the ride start. LEADER: Paul Mitnik, pjmejm@gmail.com LINK to LONG RIDE ROUTE: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/449757948 LINK TO SHORT RIDE ROUTE: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/449759505 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.com.

Back Road Whitefield

We had a very pleasant ride down to Bowdoinham from Gardiner on Sunday. A bit breezy, but not as hot as some of the weather lately. The route was well-marked, thanks to our leader, Joe, who also kindly provided water and snacks in Bowdoinham, and also accommodated another group who opted to ride on Saturday. Thanks, Joe, for going above and beyond! This Saturday we will close out the month of August with a very scenic rural ride starting in Whitefield, which mixes in some hard-packed gravel and an optional stop at the Sheepscot General Store. Hope to see you Saturday! Saturday, August 30 - WHITEFIELD "Whitefield Backroads" - a rural tour through the rolling hills and farms of Whitefield, Windsor, Somerville and Coopers Mills. START: 9:00 am, at the Whitefield Elementary School, 164 Grand Army Road, Rt. 126 DISTANCE: about 28 miles. TERRAIN: rolling hills; the route includes a gravel section of about 1.3 miles HIGHLIGHTS: lots of scenic rural roads around the Sheepscot River Valley, possible sightings of local Amish families out at work, and a stop at the Sheepscot General Store. LEADER: Jim Merrick, hjmerrick@gmail.com LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43754874

Just Milling About

We had a very blustery ride through Turner and Leeds last Sunday. The Wind Advisory foretold gusts up to 40mph which we had no reason to question. The tail winds (when we had them) were quite remarkable, the cross winds were quite tricky, and the head winds were like pedaling through molasses. Still a very pretty day - a shout out to Patrick for giving me someone to ride with. This Sunday we will head out to Vassalboro for a ride through the mill towns of Windsor and China. See you then! Sunday, April 27 - SOUTH VASSALBORO "Through the Mills" - a tour through Windsor and So. China to Weeks Mills and Coopers Mills. START: 10:30 am at the ride leader's house at 700 Cross Hill Road, So. Vassalboro. Park in the turnout half-way up the driveway by the garage; please avoid parking on the water-saturated lawn, thank you! Additional parking available in the driveway opposite to 700 Cross Hill (across the street). DISTANCE: 26 or 30 mi. TERRAIN: somewhat hilly, roads recently paved. HIGHLIGHTS: some fine back roads through some venerable old mill villages. Possible post-ride get-together at the Sidereal Farm Brewery a half-mile north of the ride leader's house. LEADER: Paul Mitnik, pjmejm@gmail.com LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42416871

Back in Whitefield

We had splendid weather for a great ride in Wayne on Sunday.  Lots of scenic overlooks, river views, vast fields of corn, and for the more adventurous, some interesting gravel roads off the beaten path.  All topped off by a stop at Tubby's Ice Cream at the ride's end.  Many thanks again to Fritz and Susan for leading and sweeping the ride!  Please join us this Saturday on the last day of summer as we welcome the arrival of Fall on our tour around Whitefield and vicinity.  See you then!

Saturday, September 21 - WHITEFIELD

"Whitefield Backroads" - a rural tour through the rolling hills and farms of Whitefield, Windsor, Somerville and Coopers Mills.

START: 9:00 am, at the Whitefield Elementary School, 164 Grand Army Road, Rt. 126

DISTANCE: about 28 miles.

TERRAIN: rolling hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: lots of scenic rural roads around the Sheepscot River Valley, possible sightings of local Amish families out at work, and a stop at the Sheepscot General Store.

LEADER: Jim Merrick, hjmerrick@gmail.com

LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43754874 

Miles of Mills

We had another fine day for our KVBC ride from Turner on Sunday, pre-Earth Day. The roads were in great shape and traffic was minimal. While riding sweep I somehow lost track of everyone's whereabouts, but everyone got back to the start OK (I think). Our ride this Saturday will start in South Vassalboro at the ride leader's as we close out the month of April. Hope to see you Saturday!

Saturday, April 27 - SOUTH VASSALBORO

"Through the Mills" - a tour through Windsor and So. China  to Weeks Mills and Coopers Mills.

START: 10:00 am at the ride leader's house at 700 Cross Hill Road, So. Vassalboro. Park in the turnout half-way up the driveway by the garage; please avoid parking on the water-saturated lawn, thank you!

DISTANCE: 26 or 30 mi.

TERRAIN: somewhat hilly, roads recently paved.

HIGHLIGHTS: some fine back roads through some venerable old mill villages. Possible post-ride get-together at the Sidereal Farm Brewery a half-mile north of the ride leader's house.

LEADER: Paul Mitnik, pjmejm@gmail.com

LINK to ROUTE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42416871

 

Whitefield on Tour

Conditions were a bit damp for our ride from Liberty last Saturday, but we did see some sun and dry pavement for a few moments, and we also managed to time the worst downpour for a convenient stop at the Burkettville General Store.  Many thanks to Paul for leading, to the friendly storekeepers for shelter, and to all the folks who turned out.  This Saturday we will revisit the popular Tour de Whitefield in Amish Country.  As always, hope you can join us!

Saturday, July 22 - WHITEFIELD

"Tour de Whitefield" - a rural tour through the rolling hills and farms of Whitefield, Windsor, Somerville and Coopers Mills.

START: 9:00 am, at the Whitefield Elementary School, 164 Grand Army Road, Rt. 126

DISTANCE: about 34 miles.

TERRAIN: rolling hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: lots of scenic rural roads around the Sheepscot River Valley, possible sightings of local Amish families out at work, and a stop at the Sheepscot General Store.

LEADER: Bryan (in absentia) and Holly Griffin, bjgriffin@roadrunner.com, yfshgriffin@hotmail.com.

LINK to ROUTE MAP (2020): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37084569 or https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7605889

Through the Mill

 We had a really nice ride on Sunday from Manchester. The weather outlook called for high winds and low wind chill conditions, but the four of us who showed up gambled that that was just an April Fools forecast. In fact, the day was much milder than expected; blustery, but with full sunshine that moderated things and made the late morning quite pleasant. The weather outlook ahead calls for even warmer conditions this weekend, so we will meet in So. Vassalboro on Saturday for a 10:30 start. Hope to see you then!

Saturday, April 8 - SOUTH VASSALBORO

"Through the Mills" - a tour through Windsor and So. China to Weeks Mills and Coopers Mills.

START: 10:30am at the ride leader's house at 700 Cross Hill Road, So. Vassalboro. Park in the turnout half-way up the driveway by the garage.

DISTANCE: 26 or 30 mi.

TERRAIN: somewhat hilly, roads recently paved.

HIGHLIGHTS: some fine back roads through some venerable old mill villages. Possible post-ride get-together at the Sidereal Farm Brewery a half-mile north of the ride leader's house.

LEADER: Paul Mitnik, pjmejm@gmail.com

LINK TORIDE MAP: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42416871

Amish Roads

The temperatures finally cooled off and gave us a beautiful summer day for our ride out of Oakland last Saturday.  A fine group of riders turned out to find lots of scenic back roads, some with new pavement, some with smooth gravel, and many with light traffic.  The ice cream stop afterwards was great, too!  Many thanks to Tammy for leading!  This Saturday will see the return of another popular ride, the Tour de Whitefield.  More great riding ahead, and we hope to see you on Saturday!

Saturday, August 20 - WHITEFIELD

"Tour de Whitefield" - a rural tour through the rolling hills and farms of Whitefield, Windsor, Somerville and Coopers Mills.

START: 9:00 am, at the Whitefield Elementary School, 164 Grand Army Road, Rt. 126

DISTANCE: about 34 miles.

TERRAIN: rolling hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: lots of scenic rural roads around the Sheepscot River Valley, possible sightings of local Amish families out at work, and a stop at the Sheepscot General Store.

LEADER: Bryan and Holly Griffin, bjgriffin@roadrunner.com, 207-332-1775 (cell).

LINK to ROUTE MAP (2020): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37084569 or https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7605889 

Amishly Whitefield

 Saturday, August 14 - WHITEFIELD

"Tour de Whitefield" - a rural tour through the rolling hills and farms of Whitefield, Windsor, Somerville and Coopers Mills.

START: 9:00 am, at the Whitefield Elementary School, 164 Grand Army Road, Rt. 126

DISTANCE: about 34 miles.

TERRAIN: rolling hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: lots of scenic rural roads around the Sheepscot River Valley, possible sightings of local Amish families out at work, and a stop at the Sheepscot General Store.

LEADER: Bryan and Holly Griffin, bjgriffin@roadrunner.com, 207-332-1775 (cell).

LINK to ROUTE MAP (2020): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37084569 or https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7605889

For more information about the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784 or hjmerrick@gmail.com, and check out the KVBC blog, Posted Roads, at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or follow our Facebook page.  

Don't Get Hissy at Hussey's

The weather forecast for this weekend is just too, too nice not to have a ride, so we will meet in Augusta at CONY High School for a ride out to Windsor past Hussey's General Store and the Windsor Fairgrounds. I still have some jerseys and other items that people had ordered, and I will bring those along. Please remember to bring masks and to use them when in close quarters, maintain distancing, and please stay home if you are feeling sick. See you Saturday! Saturday, April 10 - AUGUSTA "Hie onto Hussey's" - a precursor of Spring rides to come, out through Augusta, Windsor, and Chelsea. START: 10 am at Cony High School, 60 Pierce Street off of Rt.105 in Augusta. DISTANCE: 24 miles. TERRAIN: moderate. HIGHLIGHTS: back roads past melting ponds and lakes, Hussey's General Store, and 60+degree weather. LEADER: Jim Merrick, 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com. LINK TO ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7354718

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.

START: 9:00 am, at the Whitefield Elementary School, 164 Grand Army Road, Rt. 126

DISTANCE: about 34 miles.

TERRAIN: rolling hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: lots of scenic rural roads around the Sheepscot River Valley, possible sightings of local Amish families out at work, and perhaps a socially-distant get-together at the Sheepscot General Store.

LEADER: Bryan Griffin, bjgriffin@roadrunner.com, 207-332-1775 (cell).

For more information about the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784 or hjmerrick@gmail.com, and check out the KVBC blog, Posted Roads, at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or follow our Facebook page.

Share the Road with Carol

This Sunday, Sept. 15, is the annual "Share the Road with Carol" ride in Windsor and Whitefield, and we like to have as many KVBC folks turn out that can. Tomorrow, Sept. 12, is the last day for pre-registration: https://www.bikereg.com/43246  (there will be day-of-the-event registration available, too).

Also a reminder: if you are interested in ordering a new KVBC jersey (and/or cycling cap) you have one week left to get your order in: https://teamstore.ascendsportswear.com/…/kennebec-valley-b…/. So far, about half of you who expressed interest have submitted orders, so don't miss out!

Aiming for an Amish Ride

Last Saturday we had a great ride from Richmond to Wiscasset over some really nice back roads, under fair skies, and in fine company. The stop at Treats bakery was much appreciated as well. Our thanks to David Lipman for another fine ride. This Saturday we will return to Whitefield, home to a sizeable Amish colony, and also home to our ride leaders who are planning both a great ride and a post-ride lunch at their house. Hope you can join us!

Saturday, August 10 - WHITEFIELD

"Tour de Whitefield" - a rural tour through the rolling hills and farms of Whitefield, Pittston, Jefferson and Windsor.

START: 9:00 am, at 184 Hunts Meadow Road in Whitefield, about 2 miles south of the junction of Rt. 17 and North Hunts Meadow Road. Park near the garage or on the grass along the driveway.

DISTANCE: about 32 miles.

TERRAIN: rolling hills.

HIGHLIGHTS: lots of scenic rural roads around the Sheepscot River Valley, and a post-ride gathering at the ride leaders'; if you plan to stay for a while after the ride, please RSVP to the ride leader below - thanks!

LEADER: Bryan Griffin, bjgriffin@roadrunner.com, 207-332-1775 (cell).

LINK to ROUTE MAP (2018): https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7270666

For more information about the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at 293-3784 or hjmerrick@gmail.com, and check out the KVBC blog, Posted Roads, at http://postedroads.blogspot.com, or follow our Facebook page.

Hie Onto Hussey's

Sorry for the late notice - checking the weather closely for optimum weekend riding conditions, and with temperatures into the 60s forecast for Saturday, Saturday it is!  We'll meet at Cony High School in Augusta and head out to Windsor past Hussey's General Store and the Windsor Fairgrounds and return through Chelsea.  We might make a late breakfast (brunch?) stop at Rebecca's Cafe.  Hope to see you tomorrow - Spring may actually be coming!

Saturday, April 13 - AUGUSTA

"Hie onto Hussey's" - a precursor of Spring rides to come, out through Augusta, Windsor, and Chelsea.

START: 10 am at Cony High School, 60 Pierce Street off of Rt.105 in Augusta.

DISTANCE: 24 miles.

TERRAIN: moderate.

HIGHLIGHTS: back roads past melting ponds and lakes, Hussey's General Store, 60-degree weather, and a possible stop at Rebecca's Cafe.

LEADER: Jim Merrick, 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com.

LINK TO ROUTE MAP: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7354718

105 on 105

The first KVBC Century Ride will be held this Saturday, August 6, in Augusta.  There will be options of 25, 50, 62, and 96 miles.  The Century will follow Route 105 its entire distance from Augusta to Camden and back (with options to tack on some additional miles to make an even 100 or 105 miles).  This is a self-supported out-and-back tour, over very quiet, scenic back roads - there is one traffic light on the entire route.  There are four general stores spread out about ten miles apart over the course.  The current weather forecast for Saturday is for sunny skies and temperatures in the low 80s - we will be starting the Century and Metric Century rides at 8 am to take advantage of cooler morning temperatures; the other rides will start at 9 am, although you are free to start earlier (or later) if desired.  Be advised that Route 105 is hilly and can be narrow and winding at times - you should only attempt to ride a distance that you are confident of completing, unless you have arranged to have someone meet you and shuttle you back to the start.  Helmets and signed waivers are required.  Please let the ride leader know in advance if you don't plan to return to the start.  If you have any questions, please call Jim Merrick at 207-293-3784 (but not after 9 pm on Friday) or email at hjmerrick@gmail.com.  Hope to see you Saturday!

Saturday, August 6 - AUGUSTA

"105 on 105" - a Century ride from Augusta to Camden and return.

START: 8 AM (for the Century and Metric Century), 9 AM (for the Half Century and Quarter Century), at Hannaford's off of Cony Circle in Augusta.  Please park in the far end of the lot away from the store entrance.

DISTANCES: 26, 50, 63, and 96 miles.  The longer three routes are out-and-back, so the distances can be shortened or lengthened if desired.

TERRAIN: rolling to hilly, especially near Camden.

HIGHLIGHTS: very nice back roads with some beautiful scenery, especially in Appleton and Camden; riding end-to-end on a single numbered route.

LEADER: Jim Merrick, 293-3784, hjmerrick@gmail.com.

LINK to ROUTE MAPS:

QUARTER CENTURY: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6922171

HALF CENTURY: http://gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6922166

METRIC CENTURY: http://gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6922173

CENTURY (Outbound): http://gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6921825

CENTURY (Inbound): http://gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6921832

Sculptures on the Back 40

May is Bike Month, and we got off to a fine start last Saturday in Livermore, led by John Lanoue (thanks John!). We had great weather - and there's more in store for this week, they say. Hopefully it will last right into the weekend when we have another great ride planned for Saturday in Windsor. One of the highlights of the Windsor ride is a stop at the "Iron Horse" to view the sculpture gardens of Roger Majorowitz, who passed away late last year at age 83 - his massive steel sculptures are definitely worth a visit while they still stand in his open field. Hope to see you Saturday!

May 9th, Saturday:  WINDSOR
"Tour of the Back 40":  a tour up and down the banks of the Sheepscot River from Windsor to Alna.
START:  9:00 A.M., at the Windsor Elementary School on Rt. 32, about a mile north from the junction of Rt. 17 and Rt. 32.  The school is on the left, northbound.
DISTANCE:  40 miles.
TERRAIN:  moderate to hilly.
HIGHLIGHTS:  scenic back roads with fine straight runs, the R. Majorowitz Sculpture Garden, and nice views of the Sheepscot, one of the most pristine rivers in the Northeast.
LEADER:  Leanne Moll.

BCM Ride Calendar Link: http://www.bikemaine.org/event2/kvbc-tour-of-the-back-40
 

KVBC Membership dues: if you haven't sent in your current dues this year, you can download the KVBC membership form on our Facebook page (it is in the "About" section, hidden under "Products" - you don't need a Facebook account to access it). Your dues help pay for our Club insurance, and support local and national bike advocacy through our membership in the Bicycle Coalition of Maine and the League of American Bicyclists. As always, we thank you for your support!

For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at hjmerrick@gmail.com, or keep up to date via our Facebook page.

Tour of the Back Forty

We had a really fine ride in Vassalboro last Saturday, followed by a wonderful post-ride lunch and get-together presented by our gracious hosts, David and Laura Lipman.  Our thanks to the Lipmans for the ride and their hospitality!  If today was any indication, the weather in June has taken quite an upswing, just in time for Leanne Moll's "Tour of the Back 40" in Windsor this Saturday.  Please note that we will be meeting at the Windsor Elementary School, about a half-mile north of the advertised ride start at the Windsor Fairgrounds, where they are hosting the Fibre Frolic this weekend (worth a visit if you have the time).  Hope you can take advantage of the great riding weather!

 

June 7th, Saturday:  WINDSOR

"Tour of the Back 40":  a tour up and down the banks of the Sheepscot River from Windsor to Alna.

START:  9:00 A.M., at the Windsor Elementary School on Rt. 32, about a mile north from the junction of Rt. 17 and Rt. 32.  The school is on the left, northbound.  NOTE: this starting location is about a half-mile north of the previously-advertised start at the Windsor Fairgrounds.

DISTANCE:  40 miles.

TERRAIN:  moderate to hilly.

HIGHLIGHTS:  scenic back roads with fine straight runs (definitely), the R. Majorowitz Sculpture Garden in Alna (maybe), and nice views of the Sheepscot (for sure), one of the most pristine rivers in the Northeast.

LEADER:  Leanne Moll.

 

For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at hjmerrick@gmail.com, or keep up to date via our Facebook page.

 

Tour of the Back 40

A stop along the Sheepscot River

We had another fine ride on Saturday in Winthrop and Monmouth, with 15 riders taking part.  It was cool, but sunny, and we weren't plagued with black flies when we stopped and regrouped.  Many thanks to Denise, who treated us to a great route and a great batch of "healthy" cookies at the ride's end.  We'll take "healthy" cookies like those any day!  This Saturday's ride will return to Windsor for a "Tour of the Back Forty."  Just the thing to kick off the long weekend.  Hope to see you then!

 

 

May 25th, Saturday:  WINDSOR

"Tour of the Back 40":  a tour up and down the banks of the Sheepscot River from Windsor to Alna.

START:  10:00 A.M., at the Windsor Fair Grounds on Rt. 32, about a half mile north from the junction of Rt. 17 and Rt. 32.  Park in the lot across from the entrance.

DISTANCE:  40 miles.

TERRAIN:  moderate to hilly.

HIGHLIGHTS:  scenic back roads with fine straight runs (definitely), the R. Majorowitz Sculpture Garden in Alna (maybe), and nice views of the Sheepscot (for sure), one of the most pristine rivers in the Northeast.

LEADER:  Leanne Moll.

 

For more information on the Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club, contact Jim Merrick at hjmerrick@gmail.com, or keep up to date via our Facebook page.

 

 

Cinco de Mayo

It is May 1st, the start of National Bike Month, and we have been having exceptional early Spring weather. Last Saturday we had a fine ride in Wayne, thanks to Ray Giglio and the dozen other riders who took part! 

This week's ride will fall on Sunday, May 5 - "Cinco de Mayo" and will feature a post-ride potluck at the ride leaders house in Windsor for all those who are interested.  Bud says to bring what you like - it need not be Mexican (e.g.: the French were also involved in the turmoil at the Cinco de Mayo, although on the losing end this once).  Mexican or French or whatever, we hope to see you at the Windsor Fairgrounds on Sunday!

 

Sunday, May 5th - WINDSOR

"Cinco de Mayo" - we kick off Bike Month with a scenic tour of Whitefield and Windsor.

START: 10:00 am at the Windsor Fairgrounds on Rt. 32 in Windsor - park in the open field across the street from the entrance to the Fairgrounds.

DISTANCE: 25 miles.

TERRAIN: moderately hilly.

HIGHLIGHTS: fine touring country around Windsor & Whitefield, and a post-ride potluck at the ride leader's house, about two miles from the start.  Contact Bud with any questions.

LEADER: Bud Newell.