STLRC – Upcoming Rides and Events

Participation in STLRC Rides & Hikes 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: Waterloo, IL Walmart parking lot

Time of Departure:   8:30 AM    

Description:  Riding to Prairie du Rocher from the Waterloo Walmart.  We will be going down through Renault.  Should be able to get a sandwich, snacks and drinks if you like at the Market in Prairie if so inclined.  Rest Rooms available at Waterloo Walmart at the start and at Prairie du Rocher City Park.

Ride Leader’s Expectations:  Gusty southwesterly head wind going down to Prairie but we’ll have a decent tailwind for our return. Final Speed – 1st Flight – 15 to 17 mph Average.  If there is a 2nd Flight – 14 to 15 mph Average.  We will cruise sometimes at 16-22 mph. Many times there are stretches where speeds will increase. Drafting – There will be drafting on this ride.   Distance – 52 miles – Sorry, no short return.  Climbing Elevation: 2029′ of climbing. This ride has rolling hills and one long, moderate climb, up Fults Road.  Riding time: Approx. 4+ hours, time on course 4.5 hours.

2nd Flight:  If you want to lead a 2nd Flight, please contact Joe Kruchowski 314-766-0646 to get it on the posting.

Directions:

• I-270/255 SE across the JB Bridge.
• Go right at Exit #6 towards Columbia/Hwy 3 south.
• Go for 9.1 miles to HH Road.
• Turn right on HH towards Walmart.
• Turn left at first street and then right into Walmart parking lot.

Cue Sheet:  Waterloo – G Rd – Prairie du Rocher – Fults  

Please print a copy if you want one.  Ride Leaders have minimal copies.  All participants are expected to bring either the cue sheet, a cycling computer with the ride’s  Navigation files and/or Smartphone with GPS link. Riders should be able to navigate on their own if they get disconnected from the group.

Navigation Files below:

USB wire transfer Navigation .fit file  –     52 mile route .fit file

For Smartphone RidewithGPS Transfer:    RidewithGPS file for 52 mile route

Stops: Re-group stops as needed to stay together.  Optional Rest room break at 3.4 miles Amoco at Front and Market Streets.  Main Rest Stop at Prairie du Rocher City Park. Snacks and drinks at Myer’s Korner Market. Rest Rooms at the city park.

Road Hazards:  If the wind gusts are too much we can just turn around and ride back to our cars.

Weather concerns:  We won’t start in the rain,too cold or if a large weather front is moving in. Please watch the weather forecasts and radar.  Check the website for any corrections or cancellations before you leave home. Contact ride leader with questions.

Ride Leader:  Joe Kruchowski  314-766-0646          Sharon Kruchowski  314-229-0705