50 Miler & 15 Miler Bike Rides - Mar 23rd

Post date: Mar 18, 2013 4:9:51 AM

Activity: 50 Miler & 15 Miler Bike Rides

Location: Rio Hondo/San Gabriel River & La River Bike Paths

Dates: Saturday Mar 23

Departure: Meet at Bosque Ro Hondo at 7:29 AM (corner of San Gabriel and Rosemead Bld) - Map attached below

Uniform: Class B ok, but not required - Wear clothes appropriate for cycling

Group A - 50 miles. San Gabriel Rive Path to Seal Beach to then to Long Beach. Take LA River path back to starting point (about 2 miles on streets). Scouts going with Group A should have previously completed a 50 mile ride. Must also complete requirements 1 to 4 below.

Group B - 15 mile. Start with Group A, but turn around at Wilderness Park in Downey. Group B open to all Scouts.

NOTE: Please - no small single speed BMX type bike on this rides

REQUIREMENTS

1. Helmet (mandatory for Scouts)

2. Spare inner tub/patch kit, tools to remove wheel & tire along ability to inflate tire

3. Inspect bike ahead of time for smooth gear shifting and brake functionality (rear and front)

4. Bring water. Group A riders should bring snacks (e.g. Cliff bars etc)- you will need it

5. Group A - PLEASE review materials at our Cycling Safety Page (click this link)