STLRC – Upcoming Rides and Events

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

All rides are free for St. Louis Recreational Cyclists members. Non-members must join by their second ride.

Starting Location:  Marsala’s Market – New Town. Parking just north of Rue Royale Street across from Marsala’s.

Assembly Time :   7:40 AM

Departure Time:  8:00 AM

Description: Riding from Marsala’s in New Town to Calhoun County. We will be taking the Golden Eagle Ferry out and back so bring $10 fee –  Cash only.

Ride Leader’s Expectations & Objectives:  Distance –  Options: 43 or 50.  Elevation: 2069′ to 2601′ of climbing including  2 climbs steeper than 10% in parts.

2nd Flight: Anyone wanting to lead either a faster or a more moderatly paced ride, please let the Leader know so that it can be published.

Directions:

• From I-270 Take Hwy 370 North to St. Charles
• After 7.2 miles take Exit 5 and go right on New Town Blvd.
• After 3 miles turn right on New Town Dr. (it’s where the bike path ends)
• Straight at roundabout and continue on New Town Ave.
• Turn left then sharp right at Domain Street past the church.
• Park to the left on Civic Circle (just north of Marsala’s.)

Cue Sheet: New Town to Calhoun County

USB wire transfer Navigation .fit files:    44 mile route.fit        50 mile route.fit

For Smartphone RidewithGPS Transfer:  RidewithGPS 44      RidewithGPS 50

Download both to be prepared for changes on the day.

Stops: Hydration / regroup stops; Porta-potty on Calhoun Co. side of Ferry Crossing.  Rest/Food at AJ’s in Brussels. Good hamburgers and breakfast sandwiches. No other facilities.

Road Hazards: Short sharp uphill off the ferry, be in low gear before setting off.

Weather Considerations:  The ride will be canceled if it’s raining at the start time or if the forecast looks sketchy. Please watch the weather forecasts and radar and check this Posting in the morning.

Ride Leaders:   Granville White 314 581-2458 / Rick Schuchet 314 583-1664