January 2nd, 9th or 16th, Taiwan East Coast
           Meetup: Bellevue Bicycling in Warm Places Event
Tour Details:
     Pedal with us this January in warm weather and explore the remote east coast of Taiwan, Republic of China. We will ride through stunning scenery and get a taste of a modern Chinese city in Taipei. This tour could be a great anchor to a more extensive trip to China mainland, Hong Kong, or other parts of Asia. Paul will lead the tour; he has pedaled this route, before, and has lived in Taiwan.
     For details of trip in a word document, and cost estimate in an excel file, click here.
     If you are interested, please RSVP for this event. We'll have a couple of info-sharing events during Sep - Oct, and shoot for a final commitment by October 15th so that I can make hotel bookings.
     To speak directly to Paul concerning this tour, watch for him and his wife on SBC rides. He is one of our own members.
Contact: event contact.
     To learn more about Bellevue Bicycling in Warm Places, click here.
           Don't miss out on this fun way to see Taiwan.

January 3rd, Sunday, Mercer Island - Magnolia - Discovery Park
Ride Start: Community Center, Mercer Island, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 30 miles.
Ride Terrain: Mixed Interurban.
Lead: ride lead.
Ride Details:
     From the Mercer Island Community Center we cross the I-90 Bike Trail to Seattle and go north along Lake Washington to the University District and Fremont. From Fremont we continue west to Magnolia where we turn south through downtown Seattle. Here we turn east again back to Mercer Island.
     Bring snacks for during the ride. Mid ride breaks will be in Fremont and/or downtown Seattle.
     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.

January 10th, Sunday, Coulon Park - May Valley - Maple Valley
Ride Start: Gene Coulon Park, Renton, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 30 miles.
Ride Terrain: Rolling Country with Climbs.
Lead: ride lead.
Ride Details:
     With a good weather forecast for this coming Sunday, we need to try something new. Thus, we are going to begin with a new start point Gene Coulon Park and try out a new route, Coulon Park - May Valley - Maple Valley.
     The route goes north from the park, then 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 our start.
     Without doubt this will be a fun new club adventure so along with snacks bring some friends to enjoy the ride with.
     If weather is questionable, contact ride leader for ride status.
     To preview routes see the South King Country Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

January 17th, Sunday, Gasworks - Lake Forest Park
Ride Start: Gasworks Park, Seattle, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 22 miles.
Ride Terrain: Flat Paved Urban Trail.
Lead: ride lead.
Ride Details:
     Gasworks Park to Lake Forest Park and back is a good route for a rainy winter day when you want to get a little exercise, but don't want to be riding out with traffic.
     Mid ride break will be at Great Harvest Bread at Lake Forest Park Towne Center. If it doesn't rain and the weather is good, route can be expanded by group demand.
     If weather is questionable, contact ride leader for ride status.
     To preview routes see the Gasworks Park Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

January 24th, Sunday, Gasworks - Blue Ridge - Edmonds
Ride Start: Gasworks Park, Seattle, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 33 miles.
Ride Terrain: Mixed Urban with Climbs.
Lead: ride lead.
Ride Details:
     Gasworks Park to Edmonds via Golden Gardens and Blue Ridge is a classic northwest winter exercise loop. It has plenty of good climbing early in the route to get warmed up and a more gentler return to unwind.
     Mid ride break will be at Petosa's Family Grocery on 5th Avenue in Edmonds. For riders not wanting quite so challenging a ride, you can cut through Ballard and skip Blue Ridge rejoining the group coming into Edmonds.
     If weather is questionable, contact ride leader for ride status.
     To preview routes see the Gasworks Park Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

January 31st, Sunday, Gasworks - South Lake Washington Loop
Ride Start: Gasworks Park, Seattle, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 39 miles.
Ride Terrain: Mixed Urban with Climbs.
Lead: ride lead.
Ride Details:
     Starting from Gasworks we will ride south along Lake Washington going counter clockwise around the south end of the lake.
     Mid ride break will be at Coulon Park in Renton where the ride starts north again on the other side of the lake.
     If weather is questionable, contact ride leader for ride status.
     To preview routes see the Gasworks Park Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

February 7th, Sunday, Mercer Island - West Seattle - Beacon Hill
Ride Start: Community Center, Mercer Island, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 31 miles.
Ride Terrain: Mixed Interurban with Climbs.
Lead: ride lead.
Ride Details:
     Starting from Mercer Island we will go west to Alki Beach via the SoDo District. After a stop at Alki Bakery for nourishment and socializing we will ride south to Lincoln Park where the route turns east uphill and across West Seattle to to the First Avenue South Bridge to Georgetown. From here the route continues northeast over Beacon Hill to the I-90 Bike Trail and home.
     Mid ride break will be at the Alki Bakery.
     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 Mercer Island Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

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: club contact.
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: club contact.
     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: ride lead.
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.

February 28th, Sunday, Gasworks - Blue Ridge - Edmonds
Ride Start: Gasworks Park, Seattle, WA - Map/Directions.
Meet: 9:30am for 10am start.
Levels: Social and Intermediate.
Ride Distance: 33 miles.
Ride Terrain: Mixed Urban with Climbs.
Lead: ride lead.
Ride Details:
     Gasworks Park to Edmonds via Golden Gardens and Blue Ridge is a classic northwest winter exercise loop. It has plenty of good climbing early in the route to get warmed up and a more gentler return to unwind.
     Mid ride break will be at Petosa's Family Grocery on 5th Avenue in Edmonds. For riders not wanting quite so challenging a ride, you can cut through Ballard and skip Blue Ridge rejoining the group coming into Edmonds.
     If weather is questionable, contact ride leader for ride status.
     To preview routes see the Gasworks Park Section of the Maps Library, click here.
     Bicycle flashers and bright clothing recommended.
             We will have fun - invite friends to join us.

March 4th, Thursday, W.O.W :: Women on Wheels
Location: Greg's Greenlake Cycle
    7007 Woodlawn Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Time: 6:30 - 9:30pm
Details:
     A night just for the ladies. It's a great chance to come an learn all about cycling. We'll have speakers and clinics about cycling as well as factory reps here to answer any questions that you might have.
     This year we're proud to announce that our featured speaker will be Sally Edwards, a Triathlon Hall of Famer and competitor in over 150 triathlons. Sally is a best-selling author with more than 20 books and 500 articles on health and fitness including the popular book Heart Rate Monitor Guidebookand The Complete Book of Triathlons. This professional triathlete is a 16-time Ironman finisher, a member of the Triathlon Hall of Fame, and past winner of the ultra-marathon, he hundred mile Western States Endurance Run.
     Also... Special Deals, Fashion Show, Beer, Wine, Chocolate, Raffle Prizes, great ONE TIME deals and more...
Online Sign-ups:
     Click here to reserve your space.
           Space is limited - sign up now for this special event.

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: ride lead.
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: ride lead.
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.