RIDE WEST SOUND: Spin Seabeck, Cruise to the Berries (Moderate)

We’ll meet beside the flowing fountain at Bremerton’s Puget Sound Naval Shipyard Memorial Plaza—right by the iconic ‘Lady Riveter’ statue. (See the map link above and the statue photo link on the right).

Ferry Riders:
• Depart Seattle: 8:35 a.m. sailing (arrives ~9:35), just a block or two from our meeting spot.
• Return to Seattle: 1:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m. or 4:15 p.m., offering flexibility for your ride finish and post-ride festivities.

Driving Riders:
• Free parking: Available at Evergreen Rotary Park, just under a mile from our meeting spot.

Be there, ready to roll, at the time listed above. We will begin with a required safety briefing and roll out once that's complete. All riders must attend the safety briefing to participate.

This 40-mile, 3,000-foot-gain, moderate-paced ride spins through shaded backroads and lakeside stretches near Wildcat Lake before heading west to Seabeck. Expect quiet roads, gentle climbs, and a scenic workout without the grind. Midway, we’ll pause for a BYOL break beside Turie’s Seabeck Espresso, tucked next to the Olympic View Marina on Hood Canal. From there, we’ll cruise back to Bremerton on smooth roads—aside from one quiet, 1,500-foot shoreline stretch that’s bumpy, car-free, but easily doable—before rolling into the lively Blackberry Festival, held beside the Marina and Bremerton Ferry Terminal. Thanks to the generous permission of Sunny Saunders, CEO of the festival, we’ll have the option to park our bikes conveniently near the entrance. It’s a relaxed and fitting finale: legs content, spirits high, and maybe a slice of pie in hand… a berry good way to end the day!

Did You Know?
Bremerton’s shipbuilding legacy began in 1891, when the U.S. Navy established what would become the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. For over 130 years, it has been a hub for building, repairing, and modernizing naval vessels. Today, it remains a cornerstone of the region’s identity—fittingly, we’ll be greeted by the “Lady Riveter” statue, a powerful tribute to the women who helped shape that legacy. The statue honors 17-year-old Esther Bielmeier Boyd, captured in a 1919 photo while working at the shipyard.

The ride takes about four hours or less, depending on pace. Restrooms are available onboard the ferry, at Evergreen Rotary Park, and key stops: Wildcat Lake (mile 11), Seabeck (22), NAD Marine Park (35), and the Blackberry Festival grounds (mile 40).

We will climb and descend hills at our own pace and regroup frequently. We'll also limit our speed on multi-use paths to the legal maximum (usually 15 MPH, occasionally 10 MPH).

Bring plenty of water, snacks, a packed lunch, a spare tube, and the necessary tools to fix a flat. Bring your phone, photo ID, and a little cash or card—because who can resist festival pie? If roads are wet, full fenders are required—otherwise, you may be asked to ride at the back to keep the group dry. Plan ahead, pack smart, and ride ready!

Note: If weather conditions meet the weather cancellation criterion listed in the Weather Status, or if there are unforeseen hazardous riding conditions or other unexpected events, the Ride Leader will cancel the ride. All registered riders will then receive a notification email. If the ride is canceled at least two hours before the start, the Ride Leader(s) will not be present at the start location. Please check before leaving for the ride.

We hope you can join us!