The Dorie Loop-Casual Group (43 miles - Rolling Speed 14-16mph)

This is the ever popular Dorie Loop! We will have two different groups, one group rolling speed at 14-16mph (8:15am start) and the other at 17-19mph (8:00am start). Please choose your group wisely!

The faster riders meetup posting is at: https://www.meetup.com/Tampa-Bay-Cycling/events/279403542/

The starting point to this ride is at the Ballyhoo parking lot (but please do not park there). This scenic route starts and ends at the trail by the Ballyhoo Grill which is located at the intersection of Ehrlich Rd and Gunn Highway. We ll bike south on the Upper Tampa Bay trail, wind our way through Town n Country to the Courtney Campbell Causeway. We then will head towards Safety Harbor and then travel around the northern part of Old Tampa Bay and eventually back to the Upper Tampa Bay Trail. The general route will be:

Upper Tampa Bay Trail
Old Memorial Highway to Town N Country Greenway Trail
George Road to Skyway Park
Skyway Park Trail to Courtney Campbell Causeway
Courtney Campbell Causeway Trail to Bayshore Blvd.
Safety Harbor City Marina
Philippe Park
Parks of Oldsmar
Tampa Road to Westchase
Upper Tampa Bay Trail

See photos from prior run, https://www.meetup.com/Tampa-Bay-Cycling/events/265601132/

Link to RWGPS Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30725092

If you want a cue sheet feel free to print one from above link, we do not provide them.

Enjoy food and refreshments at Ballyhoo s at the end of the ride! Bring money and a mask.

The ride will be paced to roll between 14-16 mph. Breakaways available for faster riders. This is a no drop ride meaning no one will be left behind but you really should be capable of 43 miles at 14 mph when rolling and you should be sure your bike is in good working order.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the ride begins, as we will start promptly at 8:15am.

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
By registering and participating in this meetup, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the following statement:

I understand that bicycling and other activities herein involve certain dangers and risks which I am prepared to fully assume for myself and all children accompanying me. I will abide by all traffic laws and regulations and agree to bicycle in a safe and prudent manner. In addition, I agree to waive all claims which I, or any member of my family, or my heirs, executors or assigns, may have against this meetup or its agents for damages or injury sustained as the result of participating in the physical activity.

We are volunteers, not professional hosts, leaders, medical personnel, cartographers, weather forecasters or mechanics, coaches or psychologists, just folks who enjoy group events with like minded peers :) . You are totally responsible for your own equipment, personal skill level, health, personal safety and decisions.

Attendance limited due to covid. Practice social distancing. We won t touch you or your stuff.

Please stay home if your bike isn t up to date or your health is sketchy. Even if you think it is allergies, please ride solo or stay home. Just regular coughing may alarm the other riders.

No shows, negative or adversarial comments, posts or actions will result in removal and banning of the offending party.

• What to bring
Mask
a spare tube (flat tire fixings),
bike lock,
plenty of liquids;
helmet will be required.
Snacks and / or bring money for food and refreshments.
Bright clothing,
front & rear lights are very good to have .

We will cancel in the event of rainy or very windy weather. Check back morning of event. Post questions here or IM us through Meetup.

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