March 6th, Saturday, Coulon Park - South Lake Washington Loop
Ride Start: Gene Coulon Park, Renton, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 22 miles.
Ride Terrain: Mixed Interurban.
Lead: Art cuttings @ comcast.net.
Ride Details:
     Starting from Gene Coulon Park will ride the traditional South Lake Washington Loop.
     Bring snacks or purchase something along the way at one of several possible rest stops.
     This route is presently not in the club library but a similar loop is shown in the Mercer Island Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

March 7th, Sunday, Mercer Island Bellevue Loop
Ride Start: Community Center, Mercer Island, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 30/35 Miles.
Ride Terrain: Mixed Interurban.
Lead: Jim - 206-232-1967.
Ride Details:
     Starting from the Mercer Island Community Center, members will have two options, either the Bellevue Scenic or Bellevue Shoreline Loop. Each loop follows very closely to the same route, except that the Bellevue Shoreline Loop takes in the steep hill climbs into Medina and goes clockwise around Bellevue. The Scenic Loop takes an easier route following the east side of the Mercer Slough and goes counterclockwise.
     Both routes are on lightly traveled roads or good bike lanes and have ample scenery. Both routes have limited access to cafes or stores along the route. Thus it is encouraged that members bring snacks with them for mid ride breaks as well as full water bottles.
     Final route selection will be made by members on ride day so group preferences and weather can be used in decision.
     To preview routes see the Mercer Island Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

         Evening Bicycle Maintenance Classes
             Get the basics from an REI Expert!
Address: REI Store, 222 Yale Street, Seattle, WA.
Time: 7:00pm.
Cost: Open to the Public - No Charge.
Event Details:
     During the month of March, REI will have free bicycle maintenance classes at their Flag Ship Store in Downtown Seattle. This is a good way to get started knowing how to care for your bike and perform basic on road maintenance. For details, click here.

March 14th, Sunday, Carnation - Duvall
Ride Start: McDonald Park, Carnation, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 26/32/40 miles.
Ride Terrain: Rolling Country with some climbs.
Leads: Robin/Jim - 206-232-1967.
Ride Details:
     This week's ride is on very scenic rural roads along the Snoqualmie and Tolt Rivers.
     There are several options for riders to select from. The basic route is a 26 mile Carnation to Duvall loop which can be enhanced with an out and back ride along the Tolt River (8.5 mi) and a loop around Joy Lake (6 mi). Thus, you can ride as much or as little as you want.
     Along with this we will have a 20 mile trail ride option from Carnation to Duvall and back on the the scenic Snoqualmie Valley Regional Trail. The trail is hard packed dirt recommended for cross or mountain bikes but can easily be done with a regular road bike as well.
     The major mid way lunch stop for all groups will be in Duvall. Riders can either pack a lunch, purchase lunch at a local establishment in Duvall or purchase something to carry with you from the Carnation QFC near the start point.
     To preview routes see the North King County Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

March 21st, Sunday, Matzke Gallery & Sculpture Park
Ride Start: Coastal Bank, Camano Island, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social/Intermediate.
Ride Distance: ~30/45 Mile Options.
Ride Terrain: Country Roads with Climbs.
Club Contact: Jim - 206.232.1967.
     This ride is being coordinated with Norm Tjaden's Cascade Bicycle Ride. See the Cascade Calendar.
     A special show at the Matzke Art Gallery and Sculpture Park with 45 outdoor sculptures. Lunch at Elger Bay Cafe/Grocery Store after visiting the park and riding for 26 miles.
     Shorter option is available for riders only wanting to go to the gallery and back (~30 miles). Bring energy food/snack if needed.
     Ride start is at the Coastal Community Bank parking lot which is just west of the Camano Island Park n Ride.
     To learn more about the Matzke Gallery & Sculpture Park, click here. To preview bike route see the Snohomish Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

April 4th, Sunday, Mercer Island - May Valley - Maple Valley
Ride Start: Community Center, Mercer Island, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 44 miles.
Ride Terrain: Rolling Country with Climbs.
Lead: Jim - 206.232.1967.
Ride Details:
     This is one of our newer routes which we did in January and are starting from Mercer Island to give members a few more training miles.
     The route goes south from Mercer Island along the Lake Washington Bike Trail. At trail end, the route turns east over I-405 heading straight uphill and through the Maple Valley. Mid route break will be Squak Mountain Park so bring snacks with you since you will be in the wilderness. From here the route swings around and goes south downhill to the Cedar River Trail and back to Gene Coulon Park. From the park, riders go north back to the Lake Washington Bike Trail to the start.
     For shorter route (30 miles) start at Gene Coulon Park and connect to group at mile post #3 on map as route turns east over I-405. See map/cue sheet.
     If weather is questionable, contact ride leader for ride status.
     To preview routes see the Mercer Island Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

May 2nd, Sunday, First Sunday's Mercer Island and Beyond
Ride Start: Community Center, Mercer Island, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: TBD.
Ride Terrain: Mixed Interurban.
Lead: Jim - 206.232.1967.
Ride Details:
     The first Sunday of every month we will have a ride starting from the Mercer Island Community Center. Ride selection will be by member choice from the Mercer Island Section of the SBC Maps/Cue Sheet Library.
     To preview routes see the Mercer Island Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

June 11-14, Friday - Monday, Vancouver Canada Outing Weekend
     Looking for an inexpensive cycling tour for these recessionary times? We have you in mind. You can cycle on a budget and still have lots of fun in the beautiful city of Vancouver B.C and outlying areas, on June 11-14 weekend. Come for 1, 2, or 3 nights and up to 4 days of cycling you decide how long. Join up with our cycling friends, the Vancouver Bicycle Club, on some of the fun and scenic routes around the city.
     This delightful tour will capture the hearts of cyclists who want a moderate tour of less than 50 miles per day and climbs of 1000 - 1300 ft. Optional routes with steeper climbs are available for those who want greater challenges. Carpool up to Vancouver B.C. and stay at the University of British Columbia’s Gage Towers for “nice” budget accommodations (see below). Early reservations are recommended as this is a popular place to stay for tourists and conventions.
     To get all the details on this fun weekend tour, click here.
     Please let Tour Coordinator know if you plan to attend. This will assist us coordinating the event.
Tour Coordinator: Gail - vancouver_tour @ seattlebicycleclub.org.
     Make your room reservations now so you don't miss out.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

August 15th, Sunday, Tour de Peaks
             Snoqualmie Valley Hospital Event
Ride Start: Torguson Park, North Bend, WA.
Ride Distance: 5, 15, 35 or 75 miles.
Ride Terrain: Rolling or Rolling/Hilly.
Ride Details:
     The 22nd Annual Tour de Peaks sponsored by Snoqualmie Valley Hospital is an all new event this year. This year along with cycling there will be a Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast for riders at the start along with a Rotary Beer Garden at the Finish Line.
     Rides meander through hill and dale in exquisitely beautiful Snoqualmie Valley. Featuring four fully-supported rides:

August 28th, Saturday, Bainbridge Island Summer Challenge
Hours: 7:30am - 4pm.
Distance/Terrain: 13.5 or 35 miles - Hilly.
Sign-up/Cost: Click here.
Ride Details:
     If you have ridden the Chilly Hilly, you will enjoy riding roughly the same course in the opposite direction in our mild mid-August weather! Ride either 35 mile Summer Challenge or 13.5 mile Family Challenge.
     Ride at your own pace through urban, suburban & country roads. Stop anytime you feel like sightseeing! You are on island time. You will ride along beautiful shorelines with their cool breezes and spectacular views and on country roads through towering forests. Come for the ride; stay the weekend!
     Registration proceeds go to the Bainbridge Island Kiwanis Foundation, for youth oriented charity projects.

September 25th, Saturday, Tour de Whidbey
             Whidbey General Hospital Foundation Event
Ride Start: Greenbank Farm, Coupeville, WA.
Meet/Start: 9am at registration desk.
Ride Distance: 10, 28, 40, 50, 60 or 100 miles.
Ride Terrain: Rolling or Rolling/Hilly.
Ride Details:
     Join other members on this year's Tour de Whidbey. For details, click here.
     Catch the 7am or 7:30am ferry from Mukilteo to Clinton, start riding at 9am, giving everyone time to get to the start and eat a nice stack of pancakes before leaving.
     Registration is 7-9:30am at Greenbank Farm where all rides begin and end except the Family 10 mile loop which begins and ends in the Historic Waterfront Town of Coupeville.
     Click here to see pictures of last year's Tour de Whidbey. (Clicking on thumbnails blows pictures up to screen size.)
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

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