The brisk ride is this Tuesday, April 30, 10:00 a.m. start. Start/Finish is at the usual Silver Lake Bicycle Centre store.
Ugly Boot is a 34 mile loop going east to Springhetti Rd., north to Snohomish, NW to Everett, alley oop over Rucker Hill, then south back to Silver Lake. There will be two opportunities for restrooms along the way, and two viewpoints for photo ops.
RWGPS link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29844494
This is a No-Rider-Left-Behind ride.
Ride: Pace is brisk (16-18 mph on the flats, slower uphills, faster downhills), 34 miles, 1,400 elevation gain. The climb over Rucker Hill is interesting, if not challenging, terrain.
Nasty weather cancels, but the forecast is looking good.
Ride leader is Drew Ellison (with Bob Nyberg as ride mentor). Text or voice: 425-239-8700. Email: idrew@me.com. Please let Drew know if you have any questions.
Bring a snack and water to drink. You don't have to share. Please wear an appropriate helmet. See image below for what not to wear.
Hope to see you Tuesday!