Bellevue - Alki - Mercer Island Coffee Run

This is a very flat ride so if you normally ride moderate, brisk should be okay.  Pace will be slower on the hills.

We start at the Newport Hills Park & Ride (exit 9 off 405) and head towards Renton. We'll stop at Coulon Park for a quick bathroom break before heading to the flat, Green River Trail toward Alki Beach where we'll stop at Tully's for a coffee break.  Then, we'll head around the waterfront, wave hello to Bertha, the stuck drill, and then through the International District towards the Mountain to Sound Greenway Trail, across I-90 bridge and Mercer Island to return to Bellevue.  The first 2/3 of the ride is flat as a pancake.  This is a friendly ride and we'll stay together.  Ride leader mentoring opportunity available.  If wet, we'd appreciate fenders.   This will be a blast!

Regroups/Mechanicals: This is a social ride, so we will stop for mechanical issues as necessary. Please come prepared with the necessary equipment you need to take care of flats or other problems.

Cancellation Policy: In the event of a weather cancellation, a notice will be posted in the comments on this page at least two hours before the ride and the ride leader will not be at the ride start location. If questionable, you can also contact the ride leader using the provided contact information.

Please make sure to arrive at least 20 minutes before the ride start so you can get prepared to roll out at the posted time, sign a waiver, and hear the ride briefing. As is required with all Cascade rides, please ensure you wear a helmet and come prepared with gear that is comfortable and appropriate for the weather and distance/elevation.

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