Free Group Ride

FRUMPS: Kirkland North, Finn and Ducks

Ride Details
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Date & Time*
*Ride end time is the leader's best estimate for completion. Actual end time may vary. Please plan accordingly.
Location(s)

Ride Contact

Jane Volta
425-828-0138

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Join us for a social, hilly ride on bike friendly roads and trails in Kirkland and Bothell.  The ride begins with a short warmup climb of Forbes Creek and then through neighborhoods to another climb on Juanita Drive. We'll regroup before turning to tour the neighborhoods of Big Finn Hill.  Our descent brings us to Blythe Park for restrooms and water before continuing through the UW Bothell campus and then North Creek. We will stop briefly to visit with the ducks and geese at Big Duck Pond before returning to Bothell for our lunch stop at Starbucks or Potbelly in Beardslee Crossing. We then return thru downtown Bothell and climb Norway Hill on our way back to Kirkland.  There are hills, but we ride them at our own pace and always regroup at the top; everyone will get a workout.  Restrooms available at start.
Park at south end of parking lot.  Please arrive in time to be ready to leave at the start time, 1000.
Online Registration - Please register for this ride using the Register Tab.  If your name is on the online waiver registration you will not need to sign at the ride start.
Route - Download ridewithgps file or print route cue sheet.

Weather, Showers Cancel - The ride leaders will not be at the ride start should weather conditions meet that definition or worse (rain, snow, ice, fog, wind, etc.).  Ride cancellation will be announced in the Comments Section at least two (2) hours prior to the ride start.  If you have any questions about the ride or weather, please call the phone number listed in the Contact Information, preferably before you leave for the ride.

Mentoring Opportunity – Contact ride leader at least three days in advance.

What to Know Before You Go

  • Advance registration required. Cancel if unable to attend, to open space for others.
  • Must be present at safety briefing to participate.
  • Helmets required.
  • Riders under 18 years old require parental consent & approval from the Ride Leader.
Distance
33 mi.
Elevation Gain
2,164 ft.
Pace
Steady: [12-14mph]

What Pace Means

Pace classification indicates the intended range of speeds on level ground without breaks. This means downhill sections of the ride may be faster, and uphill sections slower.

Note: For rides with a “hilly” terrain classification, consider choosing a pace one step down from your usual comfort level.
Terrain
Hilly

What Terrain Means

Terrain indicates the most common or average terrain type of the ride and should be considered relative to the length and overall difficulty of the ride. For example, a long-distance ride with a lot of elevation gain will be overall less challenging than a short ride with equal elevation gain. Consider the pace and frequency of regroup as well to understand how advanced a ride may be.

  • Mostly flat: Trails and/or mostly flat roads with a possible gentle uphill
  • Rolling: Climbs are short and easy, not too numerous
  • Some hills: A few short, steep hills, some moderate upgrades and/or longer gentle climbs
  • Hilly: Consistent or continuous climbing
  • Off-road: Significant unpaved sections
Interests
Mentor Ride
Social
Fitness / Health
Recreational
Weather Status
Showers cancel
Regroup
Frequent
Location

Crestwoods Park
1818 6th St,
Kirkland, WA 98033
United States

Start Region
Kirkland
Ride Leader(s)
Don Volta
Jane Volta
Links
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