Northeast - Where are the MD people's

Bethesda - right next to the Potomac in Montgomery county. Rode the MS Century in May and looking for new goals - so please pipe up if you know of good group rides in the works! Thanks.
Mark

Hey NoRacer,

Did you wind up riding to/from the Flatlands tour?
A double century day?

-GB

No, I wasn't feeling it, so I took it easy--Saturday and Sunday were both low stress days on the B&A Trail. It was probably good that I let my muscles heal a bit more after the weekend before last.

I'd be into an up/back to Chesapeake City some sunday. Never been there.
With the conowingo detour it's what, maybe ≤150mi RT?

I'd be into an up/back to Chesapeake City some sunday. Never been there.
With the conowingo detour it's what, maybe ≤150mi RT?

Starting from where?

From my neighborhood, using Pulaski Hwy, going through Susquehanna State Park, Conowingo Rd (US 1), RT222, RT275, Augustine Herman Hwy = ~140 miles RT:

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/155363


If you are up to it, on the 3rd, we could do this ride (the one I did last year) coming back on the 6th:

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Essex-to-Ocean-City-Maryland-via-Delaware

[I'll be doing this ride, no matter what. Already have reservations for a motel on the boardwalk. :) ]

If you are up to it, on the 3rd, we could do this ride (the one I did last year) coming back on the 6th:

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Essex-to-Ocean-City-Maryland-via-Delaware

[I'll be doing this ride, no matter what. Already have reservations for a motel on the boardwalk. :) ]

grrr....want to, want to, want to. can't, can't, can't.

I love OC. My mom's working at the convention center kiosk on the boardwalk answering questions about where to get the best carmel corn, etc. Don't forget to take pictures of fat people in tight bathing suits and over-sexed teens with piercings and postem here. -GB

(want to, want to, want to. can't, can't, can't.)

grrr....want to, want to, want to. can't, can't, can't.

I love OC. My mom's working at the convention center kiosk on the boardwalk answering questions about where to get the best carmel corn, etc. Don't forget to take pictures of fat people in tight bathing suits and over-sexed teens with piercings and postem here. -GB

(want to, want to, want to. can't, can't, can't.)


Well, do you want to ride to Chesapeake City on Sunday (140 miles RT)?

We could cut about 20 miles out each way by getting a ride from Biller's Bike Shop in Havre de Grace making it into a century, unless you -want- to ride the Susquehanna river area--hilliest part of the entire ride.

It's got to be more fun then when I carry a 20 pound backpack to OC, MD.

Anyone else interested?

Well, do you want to ride to Chesapeake City on Sunday (140 miles RT)?

gonna have to say, no, for tomorrow.
maybe another sunday in July.

-GB

Just wanted to say if any of you guys were in the Sugarloaf Mountain area Saturday and saw a chick hiking her bike up the hills, that was me on my brand new Fuji. Thanks for not falling off your bikes laughing at me. I'll be big and strong one day like you guys!! :)

Just wanted to say if any of you guys were in the Sugarloaf Mountain area Saturday and saw a chick hiking her bike up the hills, that was me on my brand new Fuji. Thanks for not falling off your bikes laughing at me. I'll be big and strong one day like you guys!! :)

You planing on riding up their next week by chance? Cause I did it a couple weeks ago with a friend and if you want to tag along with us you are more then welcome to. We normally do the mountain and then on the do a 10 to 15 mile loop around the area at the bottom.

Also is the road down cleaned up? We went after one of the big storms and I could not get any speed down it because their was to much crap on the road.

So Thursday I was adjusting my derailuer in my back yard, (bike upside down) When my boy was nice enough to stick a wrench in my spokes, scared the shiit out of him, wrench went flying. Sure enough a spoke was broke on the drive side, wheel rubbing frame, I tighten the driver side spokes next to the broken one, So it would not rub anymore.

After a light saturday ride, I called around Performace and Bike Doctor couldn't get to it til after Monday. So I called Broadway Cycles, I got same day while you wait service, which was great. People were really nice. One woman came in just want to know how to change a flat tire, they took here back and taught her. Nice place and people. Big selection.

What's right and wrong with bicycle transportation planning 6/24 6:00 PM

I'm in need of a bicycle "cheering squad" on 6/24 6:00 PM at 2700 Lighthouse Point East (2700 block of Boston Street), Suite 310, in the Canton area of southeast Baltimore City. (arriving a bit late will probably be ok.)

We are 8 years into the State's 20 year master plan to make Maryland the best state for bicycling and walking. How are we doing in planning and building comfortable bike routes to work, shopping centers or even make biking to a trail a pleasant experience?

What is the State's policy in planning and funding extra road width to comfortable accommodate cyclists using the best engineering practices? What is the State's policy in following federal guide lines in utilizing Federal Funding to address the "needs" of bicyclists? Is the state listening to the needs and concerns of bicyclists?

What I have uncovered is truly shocking and has to change! This is a rare opportunity to address the State's implementation of Federal policies and dispersement of Federal Transportation Funds.

Please try and come if you can.

-=Barry=-

More info: http://www.baltimorespokes.org/article.php?story=20080606211851846

Chesapeake City Ride, Sunday 20080622

I got a late start--7:30am. I took it very slow, since it was going to be hot and humid out and the ride is, according to Bikely, ~140 miles long. I didn't want to get myself back into the situation I had 2 weaks ago with cramping. No way. The memory is still too vivid.

To simulate my ride to Ocean City in a few weeks, I carried a loaded backpack containing repair tools, clothing, tennis shoes, first aid kit, and rain coat. The bike had a nearly full compliment of lights and fenders. The backpack didn't feel too heavy when I started, but 60 miles into the ride, I could swear that someone had packed it full of rocks when I wasn't looking.

Anyway, I made it through the trip with flying colors (148.1 miles total). No cramps. Dehydration was kept to minimum with at least 4 stops per leg to eat and drink and to get out of the heat in an air conditioned building.

Here's 2 pictures from the trip. The first is of my bike leaning against a tree in the park on the east side of Chesapeake City (see the backpack). The other is the bridge leading into Chesapeake City with the marina in the foreground:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/Chesapeake%20City%2020080622/0622081314b.jpg



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/Chesapeake%20City%2020080622/0622081314.jpg

Today and tomorrow will be rest days--no commuting on the bike to work. It's all for the better, as I have been neglecting my lawn and I have errands to run where I need to use my car.

Charlie,

Here's a couple of photo sets of what we missed.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/wabeck/sets/72157605663760760/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mcn7/sets/72157605672152301/

You didn't go either? I feel guilty :(
I (actually my son) got my computer back online. I was going to see if you were riding last Weds/Thurs for the full moon. It was a perfect night for it. Next FM.

Just wanted to say if any of you guys were in the Sugarloaf Mountain area Saturday and saw a chick hiking her bike up the hills, that was me on my brand new Fuji. Thanks for not falling off your bikes laughing at me. I'll be big and strong one day like you guys!! :)

Some of us ain't so strong but we all started just like you. 1 mile at a time. Keep on cycling. Charlie

Chesapeake City Ride, Sunday 20080622

I got a late start--7:30am. I took it very slow, since it was going to be hot and humid out and the ride is, according to Bikely, ~140 miles long. I didn't want to get myself back into the situation I had 2 weaks ago with cramping. No way. The memory is still too vivid.

To simulate my ride to Ocean City in a few weeks, I carried a loaded backpack containing repair tools, clothing, tennis shoes, first aid kit, and rain coat. The bike had a nearl full compliment of lights and fenders. The backpack didn't feel too heavy when I started, but 60 miles into the ride, I could swear that someone had packed it full of rocks when I wasn't looking.

Anyway, I made it through the trip with flying colors (148.1 miles total). No cramps. Dehydration was kept to minimum with at least 4 stops per leg to eat and drink and to get out of the heat in an air conditioned building.

Here's 2 pictures from the trip. The first is of my bike leaning against a tree in the park on the east side of Chesapeake City (see the backpack). The other is the bridge leading into Chesapeake City with the marina in the foreground:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/Chesapeake%20City%2020080622/0622081314b.jpg



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/Chesapeake%20City%2020080622/0622081314.jpg

Today and tomorrow will be rest days--no commuting on the bike to work. It's all for the better, as I have been neglecting my lawn and I have errands to run where I need to use my car.

140 w/ a pack:eek:
IMHO: One of the best moves I've ever made commuting was to switch from a pack to panniers This is especially more important when riding road vs mnt bike. To each their own but think about it.

140 w/ a pack:eek:



Soon to be 180 miles when I bike to OCMD.



IMHO: One of the best moves I've ever made commuting was to switch from a pack to panniers This is especially more important when riding road vs mnt bike. To each their own but think about it.


I'd have to invest in another bike, unless I went with a seat post mounted rack on the Giant. I don't know how the carbon fiber bits would like the extra weight, though.

You didn't go either? I feel guilty :( .

OMG no guilt for such a thing. I actually sent you a PM the sunday before mentioning that after my ride to Codorus State Park I was feeling the early stages of saddle sores and thought it best to stay off the bike for a couple days. Never had s-sores before and now I think the culprit is a saddle I bought recently. Because of that I've been on a perfect saddle search- buying, testing and returning(so far). The Brooks is probably a perfect match, but I don't like buying leather
(go ahead and flame me, I'm a veggie lib :p)

I'm eagerly awaiting arrival of this thing: http://www.koobi.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=17
Hope it's the ticket.

And sheesh I gotta agree with you about NoRacer. 140mi with a full pack is making my back sweaty and sore just thinking about it. Seems like a great trip though. I might just give it a shot myself some monday... or, a sunday if I can ever get one off.

I'd have to invest in another bike, unless I went with a seat post mounted rack on the Giant. I don't know how the carbon fiber bits would like the extra weight, though.

Those post mounts suck. I had one that couldn't hold any weight, kept slipping. That bike & rack were stolen so I went w/ a bike that could hold a rear mounting rack.
If you are riding a road racing bike those distances you will be able to ride for days on an old touring bike. It's like riding a chaise lounge. Takes you a little longer but such a sweet ride. Again in my NOT so humble opinion. Charlie

BTW- feelin' proud of myself for hitting the 3,000 mile mark this week. :)

OMG no guilt for such a thing. I actually sent you a PM the sunday before mentioning that after my ride to Codorus State Park I was feeling the early stages of saddle sores and thought it best to stay off the bike for a couple days. Never had s-sores before and now I think the culprit is a saddle I bought recently. Because of that I've been on a perfect saddle search- buying, testing and returning(so far). The Brooks is probably a perfect match, but I don't like buying leather
(go ahead and flame me, I'm a veggie lib :p)

I'm eagerly awaiting arrival of this thing: http://www.koobi.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=17
Hope it's the ticket.

And sheesh I gotta agree with you about NoRacer. 140mi with a full pack is making my back sweaty and sore just thinking about it. Seems like a great trip though. I might just give it a shot myself some monday... or, a sunday if I can ever get one off.

I just saw your PM. I haven't been on much lately since the computer was down. We'll ride soon. I am also dealing w/ my son in town visiting and aging parents , one with a broken foot. it's tough getting old.
Saddle sores are almost always the seats fault (or shorts). I always use butt'r on the backside when riding greater than 50 miles. I usually put it on mid-ride.
The Brooks and vegans: That's a tough solution. I don't know the answer but seat choice is one of the most important fits on a cycle. your newest saddle choice is pricey but if it works buy it.

BTW- feelin' proud of myself for hitting the 3,000 mile mark this week. :)

Impressive, especially w/ saddle sores. I think I am 2200 for the year or near it. I wanted 5000 for the year but don't think it will happen.

I'm a bit over the 2500 mark. Kinda cool our little click all in the same ball park. I'm tempted to join Noracer for his 4th of July weekend as I am really itching to get some serious miles in. I did the kayak and brunch Saturday, then road out to Annapolis and back, then over to a party and finally back home. I think I got 90 miles in that day (forgot to hit the reset when starting.)

I'm tempted to join Noracer for his 4th of July weekend as I am really itching to get some serious miles in.

If you are -truly- interested in joining me for all or most of the weekend, it can be so. I already have a reservation that has a spare "hammock"--actually it's a motel on the Boardwalk. Worst case, you'd have to throw in $12/day.

I'm planning on cycling with a lady and her friend who lives out that way for part of one of the days. She's a racer. I've never met her in person, but I've helped her over the telephone with her iBike computer.

Also, we could bike out to Assategue on one day, maybe Henlopen Park on the way home.

Another fantasy of mine is picking up the ferry at Lewes and riding to Cape May, NJ; ride NJ for a bit and then ferry back to Delaware and resume the trip home.

Much of the time, I'd like to spend near the boardwalk trying to get rid of my "bike tan", but I think it's going to take more time than I have. ;)

NoRacer,

You do much more with a CF racing bike than most. Quite impressive.

You could go with a seatpost rack fine but would likely have to switch to a non CF seatpost. Another option would be a carradice bag (something I have been considering, as I am in the same situation as you).

I also keep my eyes on craigslist for a good deal on a Trek 520 at some point.

-D

^^^^^

Thanks, -D.

Anyway, I finally had time to upload the rest of my pix from the trip. Here's a slideshow of them:

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/Chesapeake%20City%2020080622/?albumview=slideshow

^^^^^

Thanks, -D.

Anyway, I finally had time to upload the rest of my pix from the trip. Here's a slideshow of them:

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/Chesapeake%20City%2020080622/?albumview=slideshow

Album is private.

Album is private.

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...but, I'll pake the entire album public, also.

Whoops! The password is:

password

...but, I'll pake the entire album public, also.

Cool pics.

So is that detour to the dam necessary? Are you not allowed on the bridge on Pulaski? Or is it just more scenic that way?

-D

Cool pics.

So is that detour to the dam necessary? Are you not allowed on the bridge on Pulaski? Or is it just more scenic that way?

-D

The Hatem Bridge on Route 40 is 1 of 3 bridges in Maryland on a "Route" or a "US" designated road that bikes and pedestrians are not allowed to cross. The other two are the Bay Bridge and the Nice Bridge (down in southeastern MD). Other bridges, like the Francis Scott Key Bridge are on a prohibited interstate, so via proximity, bikes and peds are prohibited, as well.

For a small fee, Biller's Bike Shop in Havre de Grace will drive you and your bike across, but I wanted to be self-sufficient and get some bigger miles in my legs before July.

Those post mounts suck. I had one that couldn't hold any weight, kept slipping.

I never had any problems using a TransIt seat post rack; it never budged, and held whatever I wanted to put on it. (I'm sure I never came close to the 25-pound limit, though.) I think the key is to get the bolt-on kind, not the quick-release kind -- I have read of complaints about the QR version not staying still. And I was able to sit it right on top of my seatpost collar, which may have helped, too. I gave it up for a traditional rack so I would have the option of panniers; also, the struts (right word?) of the rack make a fine place to mount a couple of taillights.

NoRacer, I've been toying with the idea of a trip to OC by bike for quite a while now . . . from where I live, though, I'd probably head south and get myself hauled across the Bay Bridge. And I'm not hard-core enough to do it over just a weekend! :D I'd need at least a few days of lying collapsed on the beach in between the trips. I might do it later this year -- now that plans for another week-long trip have collapsed, I have some extra vacation time.

I'm not hard-core enough to do it over just a weekend! :D I'd need at least a few days of lying collapsed on the beach in between the trips. I might do it later this year -- now that plans for another week-long trip have collapsed, I have some extra vacation time.

Drive up to Essex and come on along ($12/day for the room for extra persons beyond 2)! My neighborhood is quiet. Vehicles are safe.

Anyway, there is some rest in there... the schedule is:

- Thursday - @daybreak, ride to OCMD and check in to motel

- Friday - up for coffee and watch the morning boardwalk bike riders and joggers; late morning ride to Assategue (maybe) or late morning ride with "G" Shoemaker (female racer) and her friend Lolo or just a ride between lounging around on the beach; catch the fireworks displays in the evening.

- Saturday - up for coffee and watch the morning boardwalk bike riders and joggers; late morning ride to Assategue (maybe) or just a ride between lounging around on the beach

- Sunday - @daybreak, ride back to Essex, perhaps checking out Henlopen State Park on the way.

I won't be "racing" any of the rides (unless I'm out on my own and play "bridge the gap" on Coastal Hwy with the "rec" riders--hehe :innocent: )

Man that looks like a sweet trip. Maybe next year.

-D

Man that looks like a sweet trip. Maybe next year.

-D

Maybe I should start making this an organized annual BBC ride with me as the ride leader. :D

I just updated the cue sheet, today. It's located in CueSheetCentral when you search for Essex cue sheets. The file is a .zip file that contains a very high level map, cue sheet/pack list, and a GPX file of the (whoops! last year's) ride. Hmmm...might have to fix that.

New this year, if more than me going, I'm bringing 2 hand-held radios to keep in communications. Unfortunately, I don't have headphone/mic headsets for them.

Drive up to Essex and come on along ($12/day for the room for extra persons beyond 2)! My neighborhood is quiet. Vehicles are safe.

Anyway, there is some rest in there... the schedule is:

- Thursday - @daybreak, ride to OCMD and check in to motel

- Friday - up for coffee and watch the morning boardwalk bike riders and joggers; late morning ride to Assategue (maybe) or late morning ride with "G" Shoemaker (female racer) and her friend Lolo or just a ride between lounging around on the beach; catch the fireworks displays in the evening.

- Saturday - up for coffee and watch the morning boardwalk bike riders and joggers; late morning ride to Assategue (maybe) or just a ride between lounging around on the beach

- Sunday - @daybreak, ride back to Essex, perhaps checking out Henlopen State Park on the way.

I won't be "racing" any of the rides (unless I'm out on my own and play "bridge the gap" on Coastal Hwy with the "rec" riders--hehe :innocent: )

Yeah, well, even your "not racing" is gonna be warp speed compared to my turtle-on-a-bike impersonation, LOL! Hmmm . . . perhaps I could drive over the bay and leave my car somewhere in Elkton or Chesapeake City, and you all can wave as you pass me by . . . :) And I'm sure I could get away with using the Airborne instead of the 520 . . . all right, you've really got me thinking about this now! I'll have to check the office leave situation for Thursday. (Friday is a holiday for us slacker government workers.)

Yeah, well, even your "not racing" is gonna be warp speed compared to my turtle-on-a-bike impersonation, LOL! Hmmm . . . perhaps I could drive over the bay and leave my car somewhere in Elkton or Chesapeake City, and you all can wave as you pass me by . . . :) And I'm sure I could get away with using the Airborne instead of the 520 . . . all right, you've really got me thinking about this now! I'll have to check the office leave situation for Thursday. (Friday is a holiday for us slacker government workers.)

Warp speed! LOL! I kept my pace under 15 mph average for the ride to Chesapeake City. In fact, it was probably closer to 14 MPH. I didn't want to get myself into a cramping situation again. :notamused:

I'm taking a vacation day on Thursday, but Friday is a holiday for me, too.

I haven't heard anything from Barry--don't know if he was really serious. Another someone from DC Randonnuers said she's going to Seatle, WA for rides that give her credit toward her R5000 award (I believe this is for riding "certified" randonnuer rides that total up to 5,000 km), so she can't come. Derath -might- do it next year.

So, so far, Maxine, you're the only one that is seriously considering it.

Warp speed! LOL! I kept my pace under 15 mph average for the ride to Chesapeake City. In fact, it was probably closer to 14 MPH. I didn't want to get myself into a cramping situation again. :notamused:

I'm taking a vacation day on Thursday, but Friday is a holiday for me, too.

I haven't heard anything from Barry--don't know if he was really serious. Another someone from DC Randonnuers said she's going to Seatle, WA for rides that give her credit toward her R5000 award (I believe this is for riding "certified" randonnuer rides that total up to 5,000 km), so she can't come. Derath -might- do it next year.

So, so far, Maxine, you're the only one that is seriously considering it.

It would be a sweet trip. My thinking is that next year the kids will be the age that they might like a trip to the beach. So I could bike and meet them there or something.

-D

So next weekend I will be making a trip out to Cambridge MD to do some riding. Wanted to see if anyone will be out their and would like to ride with me and a friend? It will be saturday weather permitting and I would like to do around 50 miles if not more.

So anyone interested in meeting up out their?

I never had any problems using a TransIt seat post rack; it never budged, and held whatever I wanted to put on it. (I'm sure I never came close to the 25-pound limit, though.) I think the key is to get the bolt-on kind, not the quick-release kind -- I have read of complaints about the QR version not staying still. And I was able to sit it right on top of my seatpost collar, which may have helped, too. I gave it up for a traditional rack so I would have the option of panniers; also, the struts (right word?) of the rack make a fine place to mount a couple of taillights.



I stand corrected:o I had the QR kind. I didn't know there was a bolt on type. Are you commuting these days? I've looked for you in the park and ride but no cyclist except mnt bikers.

I stand corrected:o I had the QR kind. I didn't know there was a bolt on type. Are you commuting these days? I've looked for you in the park and ride but no cyclist except mnt bikers.

All that effort I put into figuring out a route, and I have yet to actually ride to in on a weekday! :mad: Work has been hell on wheels lately. With all the extra hours I've been working, and the lengthiness of my potential bike commute, I figure I'd have to be in bed by about an hour after I got home! (I've been working a fair number of weekend days, too, which is *very* unusual for me, so my riding, in general, has really suffered this year.) I'm hoping things will calm down soon. If not, maybe I'll opt at least for the drive-part-way-and-park strategy.

I've also let myself get sucked into too many after-work commitments -- the'yre fun stuff, but the scheduling and logistics are draining the life from me, LOL! I'm gonna put my foot down when all that's over, sometime in August, I believe.

Assateague Island National Park "Q"

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Assategue-Island-Park

Is anyone familiar with Bayberry Rd? It seems to extend south from the Verazzano Bridge to the MD/VA border. I'm just wondering if it's a paved road or trail?

Assateague Island National Park "Q"

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Assategue-Island-Park

Is anyone familiar with Bayberry Rd? It seems to extend south from the Verazzano Bridge to the MD/VA border. I'm just wondering if it's a paved road or trail?

I'm almost certain that it's paved. I seem to recall riding on it for a bit some years ago. And it shows up on my 2006 version of Microsoft Streets & Trips, which generally doesn't display unpaved trails (or even paved MUTs, for that matter.)

So next weekend I will be making a trip out to Cambridge MD to do some riding. Wanted to see if anyone will be out their and would like to ride with me and a friend? It will be saturday weather permitting and I would like to do around 50 miles if not more.

So anyone interested in meeting up out their?

If you don't have any luck, feel free to swing by our group ride in Easton at the Bike Doctor on Sunday at 8 AM. It starts with a modest pace in the 17-22 MPH range then ramps up around mile 25 or 30, depending on the route. Some folks usually split off when we start hammering and take an easy lap back to the shop, but if your legs are feeling good, stick around and do the last 20-25 miles anywhere from 20-30 MPH with attacks, circular pace lines, King of the Mountain challenges (best as one can with so little elevation gain), the works. The group is relative small due to our schedules, but there are typically around 10 riders, sometimes more.

And we love new folks. Seems like every week brings a new face.

I'm almost certain that it's paved. I seem to recall riding on it for a bit some years ago. And it shows up on my 2006 version of Microsoft Streets & Trips, which generally doesn't display unpaved trails (or even paved MUTs, for that matter.)

Thanks, Maxine. I've only been on the northern end of the island. Going south may be worth seeing and taking pictures of.

Thanks again,

--
Isaias

Howard County born and raised, although I've been in Brooklyn for the past five years. I miss those Columbia bike paths though, I had no idea how novel they were and just took them for granted growing up.

Howard County born and raised, although I've been in Brooklyn for the past five years. I miss those Columbia bike paths though, I had no idea how novel they were and just took them for granted growing up.

Greetings and thanks for saying hello!

Assateague Island National Park "Q"

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Assategue-Island-Park

Is anyone familiar with Bayberry Rd? It seems to extend south from the Verazzano Bridge to the MD/VA border. I'm just wondering if it's a paved road or trail?

NoRacer: I don't think it goes that far. It goes for a ways then gets sandy. I recall not being able to cycle all the way down. I don't remember if it was the sand or 'no bikes below this point' that prevented me from riding it. I kinda think both were an issue. It was a few years ago. I was only able to go a short distance. I bailed and went swimming. I have a map of Delaware bike routes and a DelMarVa bike route map. You are more than welcome to borrow them. Delaware riding is really sweet, so many options and back roads. If you want the maps we can set up a meet this weekend. Charlie

NoRacer: I don't think it goes that far. It goes for a ways then gets sandy. I recall not being able to cycle all the way down. I don't remember if it was the sand or 'no bikes below this point' that prevented me from riding it. I kinda think both were an issue. It was a few years ago. I was only able to go a short distance. I bailed and went swimming. I have a map of Delaware bike routes and a DelMarVa bike route map. You are more than welcome to borrow them. Delaware riding is really sweet, so many options and back roads. If you want the maps we can set up a meet this weekend. Charlie

Charlie,

Thanks for the offer.

Speaking of this weekend, I want to do a long, slow ride with loaded pack. I'm thinking of doing this:

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Essex-to-Thomas-Point-Park-outbound-only

If anyone is interested in meeting me along the way and riding out with me, let me know. I haven't decided how early I'll start yet, but I'm going to try and average 14-15 mph and since it's suppose to be H O T out, I'll probably start just before sunrise (5:30am ?). This should put me in the city by 6am or so.

Some of the loops are redundant or were for sightseeing (i.e., the one at BWI near Sawmill Creek Park, and the one just before the park). I'm sure that I'll not do the loop by Sawmill, but will follow the Overton portion of the trail.


I'll upload a picture to this IMG tag, when I have left:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/ivestarted.jpg

Charlie,

Thanks for the offer.

Speaking of this weekend, I want to do a long, slow ride with loaded pack. I'm thinking of doing this:

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Essex-to-Thomas-Point-Park-outbound-only

If anyone is interested in meeting me along the way and riding out with me, let me know. I haven't decided how early I'll start yet, but I'm going to try and average 14-15 mph and since it's suppose to be H O T out, I'll probably start just before sunrise (5:30am ?). This should put me in the city by 6am or so.

Some of the loops are redundant or were for sightseeing (i.e., the one at BWI near Sawtooth Mill Park, and the one just before the park). I'm sure that I'll not do the loop by Sawtooth.


I'll upload a picture to this IMG tag, when I have left:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/ivestarted.jpg

Hey NR I assume you are talking about Saturday??? That is my sons last day home before he heads back to Pendleton. Doesn't mean he wants to spend it with us though:D I might be able to meet you early near BWI/B&A, ride for awhile, then head back. I know I can't make Thomas Point tomorrow. If it is early enough I should be able to squeeze a ride to Annapolis. Let me know if it is Saturday and your ETA at BWI area. Charlie

NoRacer: I don't think it goes that far. It goes for a ways then gets sandy. I recall not being able to cycle all the way down. I don't remember if it was the sand or 'no bikes below this point' that prevented me from riding it. I kinda think both were an issue. It was a few years ago. I was only able to go a short distance. I bailed and went swimming. I have a map of Delaware bike routes and a DelMarVa bike route map. You are more than welcome to borrow them. Delaware riding is really sweet, so many options and back roads. If you want the maps we can set up a meet this weekend. Charlie

Yeah, I definitely didn't ride all the way down, either, but like Charlie, I can't recall for certain whether it was lack of pavement, or pavement covered by sand that was the obstacle. The sand can most definitely kick up down there if it's been windy. I recall one Seagull Century where just getting into the big parking lot after the bridge was tricky; a lot of sand had blown in, and it was deep enough to give most of the skinny-tire roadies some trouble.

Hey NR I assume you are talking about Saturday??? That is my sons last day home before he heads back to Pendleton. Doesn't mean he wants to spend it with us though:D I might be able to meet you early near BWI/B&A, ride for awhile, then head back. I know I can't make Thomas Point tomorrow. If it is early enough I should be able to squeeze a ride to Annapolis. Let me know if it is Saturday and your ETA at BWI area. Charlie

What Charlie said! :) I won't know until later tonight whether Saturday or Sunday can be my "main" ride day this weekend, but if I can I may try to meet up with you guys at BWI.