STLRC – Upcoming Rides and Events

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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.

RIDE Starting Location: Tourism Center in St. Charles.

Assemble: 9:40am

Time of Departure: 10:00am

The start time has been delayed by half an hour because of low temperatures early on.

Description:  Come spot the ice on the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers on this flat half century ride to Portage des Sioux.  Final average speed 14-15 mph; higher speeds on straights.

Special Considerations:  Bring lots of snacks, water, and bicycle lights. 

Directions to Start Point:

From I-70

  • Take 5th St Exit to St. Charles for ~0.4 miles
  • Right on Boon’s Lick Road
  • Left on S. Riverside Drive for 3/4 mile.
  • Park behind Kilwin’s across from the Tourism Center.

Cue Sheet: St. Charles – Portage Des Sioux 50.4 

The ride leader will cut out the South Shore loop by going from mile 7.2 to approx mile 12.5 at Washeon / Church. This cuts about 4 miles – so keep the same cue sheet.

For USB wire transfer – Navigation .Fit file:   50.4 Mile Route.fit

For Smartphone Transfer: RidewithGPS for 50.4 mile route

Experience Level: 4Cc

Rest Stop: Snack and convenience stops at Portage and Smartt Field. No opportunities to buy refreshments.

Notes:  Possible black ice if melt spots have refrozen.  Check the weather forecast and updates to this posting for cold, rain and wind advisories. The ride will be canceled if adverse weather conditions are likely.

Ride Leader: Granville White 314 581-2458

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