Free Group Ride

Friday Riders bike to Swansons to see reindeer, a camel, a holiday model train and then on to Golden Gardens Park

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

William F Lemke
billjodylemke@gmail.com
(206)284-2843

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Christmas season starts early at Swansons so we'll bike from Gas Works to Swansons Nursery to see flowers, evergreens, a model train display and reindeer(and maybe a camel) and then on Ballard Greenways to Golden Gardens.   Ride will include lunch/snack stop.  It's mostly a steady but not steep climb to Swansons, Then downhill or level to Golden Gardens and the return to Gasworks.  Leader bikes very slowly uphill.  You do not need to register ahead for this ride but I'll print the prergistation waiver if you have preregistered.

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
20 mi.
Pace
Leisurely: [10-12mph]

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
Some Hills

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
Recreational
Weather Status
Showers cancel
Regroup
Frequent
Location

Gas Works Park
2101 North Northlake Way
Seattle, WA 98103
United States

Start Region
Seattle
North Seattle
Ride Leader(s)
William/Bill Lemke
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