Rides/Tours in PA

[Xrayted]

Yes, I plan on being there. Since your BIL lives nearby, maybe he can suggest a good place for us TE gals to meet. I'm not familiar with the layout/area at all.
Yes, it's very hilly. My friend's GF has done it and says it's nasty. She's pretty tough and is a great rider so I think we're in for a challenge! (may not be able to walk after tho ) Find out if there is a nice bar we can crawl to afterwards.

As for recognizing each other, I'm planning on wearing a red jersey with a yellow left sleeve. (blending in with the fall colors) Even if I change my mind, you can't miss me, just look for the tore up left leg. (can see it a mile away ) Ya know, I'm actually afraid to tell my Ortho doc what I've been doing. I'm not sure if he'd kill me or hug me.

Have a safe trip here and I hope to see you at the ride.

Cindy

p.s. Anyone else coming, please speak up so we can try to meet up before the ride! Group photo opp.

[kerrybelle]

I'm going with my DH and another couple. We are also planning on the 33 mile route. Not sure what I'll be wearing yet, but will post more later in the week. I'm very excited about this ride. Hope to see some of you there.

Kerry

[texascyclist]

Xrayted and kerrybelle , I'm really looking forward to meeting y'all. Last summer my brother-n-law took us to the park where the ride is suppose to take place, so I've been there before but can't think of much around there as far as a good meeting place. I'll call him later to see what he thinks. We could all send PM's with our cell #'s to one another and get in contact the morning of the ride.

Also, with the cold weather forecasted for Sunday morning, how do you suggest dressing for this ride as far as layering? We've been to the LBS and have bought a few things but not sure we're prepared enough for PA. Any help would definetly be appreciated.

[AllezGirl]

I'm sad that I won't be there to meet you all! There's a pavillion where the registration and t'shirts are and the bathrooms are close to there too. So that may be a good meeting place.

As far as dressing....last year it was cold at the start, but it was sunny, so it did warm up. This year's forecast looks the similar (at least they took the rain out!) I would wear thicker socks, leg warmers, shorts, light weight full finger gloves, arm warmers, ss jersey, & lined jacket with zip sleeves (but I'd probably take off the sleeves before riding) Layering is key since you'll be working up a sweat on those monster hills

As for bars...you're not too far north of New Hope...from the park you can just follow River Rd. into town and make a day of it!

Enjoy the ride! It's such a beautiful area, and the leaves have started to change so the scenery will be spectacular!

[texascyclist]

I wish you could be there also. It would be great to meet as many

[texascyclist]

Sorry about that, my 4 year old hit the submit reply...

Anyway, as I was saying, it would be great to meet several of the TE girls there. And thanks for all the information about where to meet and what to wear. Would you suggest wearing a balaclava or would that be too much? As of right now, I had planned on wearing a long sleeve jersey, shorts with tights over them, a jacket and gloves.

[AllezGirl]

I would bring it. You shouldn't need it, but it's better to be too warm and take stuff off as you go. It's small and will easily store in your pocket. Luckily bike gear is small and won't take up much room in your luggage. The weather here is crazy. Last week it was in the low 90's on Monday and didn't get over 50 on Friday! There have been many times where the temp. fluctuates 30 degrees in a day. And don't look at the long range forcast for help. It's NEVER right...if the weatherman get's it right the morning of, he's doing pretty good!

Keep in touch. I'll be back Monday 10/16, so maybe we can get together another time. And if you need something in a pinch, don't hesitate to ask!