February 14th, Sunday, Brewery Ride Series: Beer & Chocolate
Ride Start: Downtown Snohomish, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Leisurely.
Ride Distance: ~30 miles.
Ride Terrain: Country with some Climbs.
Contact: Jim - 206.232.1967.
Ride Details:
     Join other club members celebrating Valentine's Day and the Chinese New Year on Allyson's Cascade Bicycle Club ride. See the Cascade Website for details.
     From the Cascade listing: Why not bring that special someone on Valentines Day for a friendly ride ending at one of our local breweries/brewpubs, Fred's Rivertown Alehouse in Snohomish . Though Fred's doesn't brew their own beer, they offer a great selection of beer on tap as well as good food and service. This ride will be at a high-leisurely low-steady pace (11-13 MPH MAX ON THE FLATS!!!). Quick midpoint break with some chocolate Valentines to keep us energized!
     Ride start is at First Street public restrooms . Be sure to give yourself enough time to park, unload your bike and get to start.
     If weather is questionable, contact ride leader for ride status.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

February 20th, Saturday, Wing Luke Asian Museum
Ride Start: Gasworks Park, Seattle, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social/Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 25 Miles.
Ride Terrain: Mixed Interurban.
Club Contact: Jim - 206.232.1967.
     Join Norm Tjaden on his yearly quest to see the only Pan Asian Museum in the country. Third Saturdays are free admission so your only cost will be the energy to get there and your lunch in the International District.
     First stop will be the museum where we will spend 30 minutes to view the exhibits (you can spend longer if you like). Then we will head to a local establishment for nourishment and socializing before returning to Gasworks Park. Be sure to bring a secure lock for your bicycle.
     This is a Cascade Bicycle Club ride but all SBC members are invited for this very special event.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

February 21st, Sunday, Riding around Bothell
Ride Start: Logboom Park, Kenmore, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 25 miles.
Ride Terrain: Very Hilly Interurban.
Lead: Jim - 206.232.1967.
Ride Details:
     Starting from Tracy Owen Park we will circle Bothell's hilly perimeter, going up and down Finn Hill, Norway Hill, Bloomberg Hill and Nike Hill.
     This is the club's first attempt at this ride so it is sure to be a fun with plenty of adventure.
     Mid ride break will be in Downtown Bothell.
     If weather is questionable, contact ride leader for ride status. Route has two significant climbs, over West Seattle and Beacon Hill. Anyone wanting to skip the hill climbs can ride back the traditional route through the International District saving six miles.
     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 7th, 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.
     Make your room reservations now so you don't miss out.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

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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