2018's HIDDEN GEM RIDES for BIKES Club Members
Meet across the street from the Everett Transit Station 3201 Smith Ave Parking at 9:30 am for sign-ins and info for a 10 am departure. Be aware of signed restricted parking areas. There are restrooms and water in Everett Station.
This is a repeat or revision of the rides of July 7th just for BIKES Club of Snohomish County members. Of course, 1st time visitors are welcome.
Optional post-ride coffee/meal at Scuttlebutt Brewing - Restaurant and Pub ,1205 Craftsman Way #101, Everett, WA 98201. Seating on a first-come/first-served basis.
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Brisk Pace: (16-18mph).
Route travels to Eastern Snohomish county and around Lake Roesiger. Bring snacks & two water bottles as it most likely will get warm. There are two small country stores where water and some food items are available for purchase.
42.9 miles. 2,739 ft. of elevation gain.
Brisk Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28677952
Ride Leader: Bob Nyberg (206) 795-1363
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Moderate Pace (14-16mph).
Loop ride on roads and parts of the Centennial Trail through Snohomish River valley and communities of Snohomish, Machias, and Lake Stevens. Brief restroom stops with water. Bring your own snacks.
41.1 miles. 1,051 feet of elevation.
Moderate Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27853850
Ride leader: Rick Proctor (425) 293-3153
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Steady Pace: (12-14 mph). No drop ride!
Ride through the Snohomish River valley to Snohomish, Machias, and Lake Stevens. We may see some wildlife, and definitely some beautiful Snohomish County scenery. Dress for the weather, and please remember sun screen, water, and a light lunch.
35.5 miles, 1,292 ft. of elevation gain.
Steady Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27858612
Ride Leader: Dan Scott (425) 501-6198
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Social Pace: (10-12 mph). No drop ride!
Gems of Everett: Explore some of Everett's "Hidden Gems" starting from the transit station. Ride south along Interurban Trail for a short stretch. Head into Mukilteo for a rest stop at the Rosehill Senior Center. Ride by (and possibly stop) at some of the scenic overviews looking out onto Port Gardner Bay, roll by historic Rucker Mansion, see some of the grand old homes on Grand Avenue. Bring water and light snack. This is a fairly hilly route with about 1300 feet of elevation gain. Social pace, no drop ride.
25 miles. 1,300 ft. of elevation gain.
Social Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27887045
Ride Leader: Cindy Proctor (425) 293-3152
