STLRC – Upcoming Rides and Events

Participation in STLRC Rides & Hikes is at your own risk. STLRC assumes no liability.

Wear your STLRC jerseys today for some photo-ops!!!!!!

Starting Location:  Prairie du Rocher City Park – Main Street

Time of Departure:  Approximately 9:45 AM     Running in conjunction with the Popeye Century ride which is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, October 10th, however, this ride may be moved to Friday, Oct. 11th to try to catch a good southerly wind for our return.

Lunch Notice:  The St. Nicholas Landmark restaurant previously featured as our lunch stop is closed due to staffing issues.  We want you to bring a sandwich & drinks which can be carried in the SAG van down to the Popeye Statue. We will have chips and cookies to go along with that but if you want anything else, pack it in the SAG van.  We will be carrying some extra Gatorade and water but plan on bringing a supply for yourself.  There is water and drinks available at the store in Prairie du Rocher. Always good to have your own  supply though.

Description: This is a NO DROP ride to Chester, Illinois to visit the Popeye statue and to have lunch at the Popeye Statue  This ride will start from the Prairie du Rocher City Park on Main Street in Prairie du Rocher.  This ride will be approximately 45 miles long. There will be a lot of flat riding but there is also a 9% climb when we return from Chester.

Directions:   Prairie du Rocher City Park

• I-270/255 E across the JB Bridge.
• Exit Columbia /Hwy 3 South passing the Marketplace.
• Right on Valmeyer Road to Bluff Road.
• Left on Bluff Road to Henry St. / Hwy 155
• Right on Henry St.
• Left on Main St. To City Park

Or

• Take Hwy 3 South to Hwy 156 in Waterloo
• Right on Hwy 156 to Old Valmeyer
• Left on Bluff Road to Henry St. / Hwy 155
• Right on Henry St.
• Left on Main St. To City Park

Cue Sheet:  Mini-Popeye Ride (No St. Nicks Restaurant)

Print cue sheet on both sides on one sheet of paper.

USB wire transfer Navigation .fit file:  Mini Popeye 45.fit

For Smartphone RidewithGPS Transfer:          Smartphone RidewithGPS file Mini-Popeye 45 – No St. Nicks Restaurant

Rest Stops:  Regroup & hydration stops periodically.

#1. Ellis Grove – Water only -No facilities

#2. Popeye Statue Rest Area – Restrooms & water fountains. We will eat lunch here.  Bring a sandwich to put in the SAG van.

#3.  Ellis Grove – parking lot across from 1st Baptist Church – SAG water – No facilities

Ride Notes: Rest Rooms at Popeye Statue also. The opportunities to get Gatorade or Powerade are limited where we’ll be in Chester. Might be a good idea to put some extra Gatorade or powder in the SAG cooler.

And we reverse the rest stops on the way back.  All on cue sheet.  The SAG vehicle will carry extra Gatorade and water.  Be sure to bring anything along (snack & drink wise) in the van you think you may need. You will get the SAG driver’s number if you need assistance or a drink. The SAG Van will stay with us on the course the whole way.

Unofficial Rest Stops – As needed.  Good idea to pack some toilet paper in your kit for those long stretches without any toilet facilities. We’ll have a roll in the van also.

Road Hazards: Pothole here and there. Might be some chip seal about also. Watch out at the rough railroad crossings.

Bikes: Please make sure your bicycle and tires are in excellent condition for this ride. Bring a couple of extra tubes and rain gear, if forecasted, to put in the van.  Might need a light cycling jacket, arm warmers, etc. Hydrate the day before. Bring 2 bottles or a Camelbak of electrolyte drinks and snacks along on the ride.  We will have a floor pump in the van.

Weather Considerations: The ride will be canceled and rescheduled if it’s raining or a high percentage of rain or high winds are forecasted. Watch the weather forecasts and radar. Check the website for any corrections or cancellations before you leave home. Contact ride leader with questions.

RSVP – Please call or text Steve Leach at the number below if you intend to ride with us.

Ride Leader:  Steve Leach  916-367-9832