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Message started by aikigreg on Jun 15^th, 2010, 8:30pm

Title: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by aikigreg on Jun 15^th, 2010, 8:30pm

I threw this up as a poll so I could get a head count on how many are coming to lunch.

START: 8 a.m. from the parking lot in front of the Tom Thumb/Chipotle on the corner of Hulen Drive and Bellaire Drive South in Fort Worth. The idea is to ride 3-4 hours of on-bike socializing and then have lunch at the Red, Hot N Blue Memphis BBQ for off the bike socializing You can use this address to map to: 3000 S. Hulen St. #110

Everyone needs to bring a dollar or a park pass to get through Benbrook lake park.

Routes:

Long Route - we'll play it by ear, but I figure we can have 50-60 miles. Some will be trail, some lightly traveled road with just one short mile stretch with no shoulder but I can shorten that to 1/4 mile if you guys don't mind adding one hill. I figure we'll do a lot of chatting and probably end up with a 15-17mph average, so if that's doable for you, come have some fun with us on the long route! NO DROPS though we may throuw in a couple sprints or a drag race. I've also got a great 4.5 mile loop we could do a TT on.

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Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by aikigreg on Jun 15^th, 2010, 8:36pm

Short route: Will be all Multi-use trail or park roads that are very lightly traveled by (so far) respectful drivers. There is lots of bathroom access and a store halfway. The route that I have mapped out is 31 miles, but you can turn around at any point you like. The climbing is light and the pace will be easy - 10-12 mph average and again, no drops. If you choose to turn around, there is lots to see in Benbrook lake park - splash in the water or watch the remote controlled airplanes that ahve their own airstrip in the park. I have the route as a gps file if you'd like it:
My wife Alexis will lead this group and take extra special care of everyone.

http://ridewithgps.com/routes/99052

And if you want to do a couple extra miles, you can see the Big Cow - seriously - it's like 15 ft tall!

We'll meet back up for lunch, and a good time will be had by all - come on out!

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by Bud_Bent on Jun 15^th, 2010, 9:03pm

I didn't realize the 20th was Father's Day. It's not going to work out for me.

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by mleuck on Jun 16^th, 2010, 12:00am

I'll be there unless I die in a gruesome accident between now and then

Note: If that happens this post will be considered both profound and bizarre :)

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by TonyWard on Jun 16^th, 2010, 9:04am

Bud_Bent wrote:

I didn't realize the 20th was Father's Day. It's not going to work out for me.

This is a killer for me as well. Have fun!

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by robert.j on Jun 16^th, 2010, 9:49am

Sorry, Sundays are out generally and this particualr weekend I'll be out of town. The rest of you have a great time!

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by shellenefoster on Jun 16^th, 2010, 10:14am

Father's day may be an issue, have to see. We responded yes to the poll, but since we are both injured, we would only be joining in for lunch. Hope to see you Sunday,
Shellene (and Bryan)

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by hornsmw13 on Jun 16^th, 2010, 7:35pm

maybe cause, supposed to work sunday, but might have an eye problem

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by aikigreg on Jun 16^th, 2010, 8:29pm

As in, "eye want to go riding?" :)

hornsmw13 wrote:

maybe cause, supposed to work sunday, but might have an eye problem

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by hornsmw13 on Jun 17^th, 2010, 1:09pm

or eye can't seem to go to work ;D

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by Opus the Poet on Jun 17^th, 2010, 8:50pm

I won't be able ot go. I have 2 services to give Sunday, plus I go do something with my kids between the services [smiley=2vrolijk_08.gif] [smiley=injured.gif]

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by Rawhide on Jun 17^th, 2010, 10:29pm

On vacation now but working Sunday. Otherwise I'd make it.

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by mleuck on Jun 17^th, 2010, 10:42pm

Hey I'll be the first to say I'll be there!

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by hornsmw13 on Jun 18^th, 2010, 2:03pm

i'm in

Title: Re: RBENT Ride this Sunday, June 20
Post by Pedalin` Peggy on Jun 19^th, 2010, 9:14pm

Greg: Steve and I will not be able to make it, because of Fathers Day. Sorry for the late post I sent this same post from work on Thursday, but big brother most of kept it from posting.