Texas - N. Dallas BF's Meet & RIDE?

Would anyone be interested in coming out to N. Dallas (most likely a Plano or Allen start location if I come up with the route) for a BF's meet & ride? After the more or less success of the 2nd annual N. Dallas Vintage Ride last month, I suspect we can get a BFs ride off the ground as well. Here's the deal:

1) Distance: approx 35miles

2) Avg Speed: approx 16mph

3) MOVING speeds: ranging from 15-19mph depending on terrain.

4) Route will include roads ranging from rural Farm-Market roads to Residential secondary and feeder streets / roads. Some roads will likely have posted speed limits up to 45mph. I will pick the safest possible roads, but your safety is ultimately your responsiblity. Helmets will be required.

5) It will be a No-Drop ride, however please make sure you are capable of the outlined speed / distances posted above. Route maps and cue sheets will be provided and/or posted before the ride date for printing and review.

6) With high temps already reaching the mid 90's during the day, and morning temps pushing up over the 70 degree mark, the earlier we can kick off this ride the better. I have a few different routes in mind for different wind / start location options. All will have at least one rest stop for water / etc. Be prepared to carry enough water for 17-20mi between rest stops.

UPDATES:

We will be leaving from Celebration Park, Allen Tx on Sunday May 14th @ 7:30 am.
Meeting point will be in the WEST parking lot of Celebration Park, accessed from Malone Rd, between Exchange Parkway & Main/McDermott. Malone is approx 3 miles East of I-75.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Celebration+Park,+North+Malone+Road,+Allen,+TX&sll=37.579413,-95.712891&sspn=50.356725,63.105469&ie=UTF8&ll=33.115772,-96.636858&spn=0.052767,0.061626&z=14

Your use of "coming out" and BFs in such close proximity concerns me, young padawan.

I would like to do this. I will be coming up from Cleburne so if possible maybe a start around 7 at earliest if possible for me to get there?? 6 AM would be tough but would love to ride with you guys!

Your use of "coming out" and BFs in such close proximity concerns me, young padawan.

:rolleyes:

@ gigemags1155: a 7am start would probably be the earliest I'd start things off so that those coming from points around DFW could make it without getting up too terribly early. 7:30 is also a possibility, 8am at the latest in my opinion since we're already getting some pretty warm days already this year.

It'd be cool....but I never had an avg speed that fast. Gotta pass unless there's some other slowpokes out there who want to do a C (maybe D) group version of the ride.

It'd be cool....but I never had an avg speed that fast. Gotta pass unless there's some other slowpokes out there who want to do a C (maybe D) group version of the ride.

Heck, I'll ride with you. It fits my current training regiment for the Inverse Hour record. I'm gunning for the least amount of distance covered in an hour while actually moving on a bicycle.

Can we work in an ice cream or a pie stop?

Heck, I'll ride with you. It fits my current training regiment for the Inverse Hour record. I'm gunning for the least amount of distance covered in an hour while actually moving on a bicycle.

Can we work in an ice cream or a pie stop?

Reminds me of the annual "Slow Bike Race" when I was in HS (back in the dark ages). the key was to get on the track and go as slow as possible without putting a foot down or falling over. (the only time I was able to stay with the peloton) We didn't know we were practicing our track stands.:D

Oh! and MMMMmmmmm..........piiiiiiie......with iiiiiiiiice cream. (drools)

I'm interested, and will even try to make it this time:innocent:
7:30 sounds good to me as the cagers are more likely to be awake and about
after 8:00.
I'll ride with the D- group!
Marty

Do you have a date in mind?

A Sunday Morning would be best for me.

I'd be up for this. Where would we start. My house is very close to some excellent riding in Allen/Fairview/Lucas. I'd even be willing to provide donuts to anyone who might want some.

I don't recommend donuts as a pre-ride meal. Nor is skipping breakfast because you are running late a good idea. Don't ask me how I know this.

If the route is conducive to it, maybe each could ride at their desired speed with planned re-grouping points? Or stay as a group until a break off point for shorter/longer routes and join back up at planned point(s)?

Btw, not that it is happening here, but I've seen a lot funny math when it comes to cyclists calculating average speed. For instance, hypothetical "18mph ave", but still take three hours to move 36 miles.

I recall reading years ago that the slow-riding had been pretty well abandoned after some Japanese guy sat motionless on his bike for 12 hours.

When y'all are riding at 7:00 AM to beat the heat, I'll be riding that afternoon...it's not quite that terrible. Slow down a bit, take fluids, sweat a lot.

I really love 7am rides. Last Sunday it was 58 degrees when we started. Upper 70's by 9AM.

Okay maybe donuts not the best idea. Still I'd be willing to be the starting point of the ride.

1502 Vinecrest Lane, Allen, TX

Put me down for the C/D group also. Although this isn't an offical C/V ride can I still bring the Paramount?

Mutt

A Sunday Morning would be best for me.

I thought we only discriminate against Christians in P&R...:roflmao2:

I thought we only discriminate against Christians in P&R...:roflmao2:

I'd rather be riding my bicycle, thinking about God
Than in Church, thinking about riding my bicycle.
(one of my favorite quotes...just can't remember who to credit)

I'm a Unitarian (we worship all major brands):D

I recall reading years ago that the slow-riding had been pretty well abandoned after some Japanese guy sat motionless on his bike for 12 hours.


Sitting Still? Pffft. I plan on matching the rotational axis of the Earth and still maintain balance.


Put me down for the C/D group also. Although this isn't an offical C/V ride can I still bring the Paramount?
Mutt

I only have C&V, so don't let that hold ya back.


I'd rather be riding my bicycle, thinking about God
Than in Church, thinking about riding my bicycle.
(one of my favorite quotes...just can't remember who to credit)

I'm a Unitarian (we worship all major brands):D

Heh, I would offer that the F-150 of fate with extended cab mirrors can inspire more than it's share of religous experiences..........

I'm going to suggest Celebration Park in Allen as the starting point. I know it's a bit north east for many in the DFW area, but it's on the edge of the "conquered" lands of DFW. If we did the same route we used for the Vintage Ride, it's about a 60/40 split of rural country roads and fairly quiet suburb secondary streets.

Oh, and if we want to do an A/B group, I can certainly extend the "A" ride length a little up to probalby 40-45mi while giving the B group a 35 and 25mi options. We can ride together out for the first 15mi and then split off as long as the leader of the B group knows the route (it's not that difficult!)

Any idea on a date for this?? Are we talking this Sunday or a date TBD? I am looking for a ride for this weekend so just wondering if this was going to be my ride or if I need to make other plans...

Date TBD. This weekend is probably a little close for many to plan for. But perhaps the following weekend, so June 13th (Sat) or 14th (Sunday).

Celebration park is a good starting point. I'll be there. I'd vote for an early start time.

Let's plan for next Sunday morning the 14th. The 13th is the Collin Classic ride which, unless I'm having a door installed, I'd like to make that morning. This ride will be a good post-Collin Classic for me.

Yay! I ride I can go on!

I wish I could take time off work for the Collin Classic this year though.
I had a good time last year. (bonking for the last 5 miles withstanding)

Ugh, that is graduation weekend for us and My Mother in Law and Sister in Law arrive that Thursday from Connecticut and will be here through the weekend.I "might" be able to sneak away since it's probably going to be early.

Given it's graduation week do we want to postpone another week?

Let's plan for next Sunday morning the 14th. The 13th is the Collin Classic ride which, unless I'm having a door installed, I'd like to make that morning. This ride will be a good post-Collin Classic for me.What time on the 14th again? I'm too lazy to re-read everything. :-)

Who other than txvintage has conflict with the 14th? I'm out the following two weekends, so if we postpone from the 14th then we're looking at an early July ride.


What time on the 14th again? I'm too lazy to re-read everything. :-)

Too lazy to read, too lazy to ride I'd say. :p

7:30 is what we were aiming for.

Hey, don't worrry about my conflict. Besides, I only have about 60 miles over the last 3-4 weeks total with everything else going on.

I'd love to go, but it would have to be a Saturday morning.

I'll be on call for work but I should be able to make it. Hopefully there will be other old slow guys like me, LOL.

Mutt

I'll be on call for work but I should be able to make it. Hopefully there will be other old slow guys like me, LOL.

Mutt

I'm a triple threat.....old, fat, and crippled.
I'll C'ya there. (you'll probably drop me on the climbs. But at 365-ish lbs I'm dead fast on the downhills...sometimes not even pedaling.):p

If anyone happens to be riding East on Parker up around Los Rios could you keep an eye for my spleen? I think I lost it somewhere around the top of the hill.

Should you find yourself heading South on Shiloh between 14th and Renner and notice millions of tiny sparkly things it's the shattered remnants of my soul.

I'll have plenty of maps and cue sheets if anyone wants to form a B-ride group. Depending on wind, group(s) side, etc - we may try to keep the group together until the rest stop and then split into A/B groups for those who want to go faster/slower/etc.

If anyone happens to be riding East on Parker up around Los Rios could you keep an eye for my spleen? I think I lost it somewhere around the top of the hill.

Should you find yourself heading South on Shiloh between 14th and Renner and notice millions of tiny sparkly things it's the shattered remnants of my soul.

heh

Riding the big miles, were you?
Good to wee that you're out 'n about again.
And...yes....I'll keep an eye out. I'll pack a dustpan for teh sparkly bits.:lol:

I'll be there. Not sure what time this ride begins.

Original Post updated. We're leaving from Celebration Park @ 7:30am. Link to google maps showing the park location is also located on the first post. I will post Route information a few days prior to the ride (probably by Friday afternoon). I'm waiting to see what the wind forecast will be on Sunday before selecting the route.

Can we get a headcount?
I'm coming and will probably ride a slower pace as I have to work in the afternoon.:thumb:

I'm on call but I should be able to make it and I'm riding with JT,lol.

Mutt

I'll be supporting multiple out bound flights/airport trips Sunday morning and afternoon.:(

heh

Riding the big miles, were you?
Good to wee that you're out 'n about again.
And...yes....I'll keep an eye out. I'll pack a dustpan for teh sparkly bits.:lol:

I needed a reminder of just how grossly inadequate I am at riding a bicycle with any form.

I succeeded. I also found 30 mph wind gusts.

I'm probably not up for this one, but if you do another one, especially if it's closer to Dallas, I might make it out.

I'm in. probably do the "B" ride, and if there's hills hack up a lung or two.

Depending on the route, the hills won't be too bad. There's a few rollers on the primary planned route, but they are spaced fairly well apart. However unless we get lucky and the wind turns around out of the North again, I'll probably opt for a more southernly direction.

I'm hoping to attend. Also, looking forward to seeing the route as I am not very familiar with the roads east of Central Expressway.

cuda2k, you should consider updating your signature to point to this thread instead of the Vintage ride from May 17.

I'm new and this is my first post, but I'm going to try to make it. Definitely with the slower group.:o:p

I plan on being there.
And my brother's in town, so I'm trying to get him out there too.

Weather forecast for tomorrow morning: 76°F with 79% humidity and 30% chance of scattered thunderstorms with wind 10mph out of the SSE.
If there's a route that starts out heading south, that might be the one to pick.

I'm planning a southernly route or an West - East route. As much as I'd like to take us up to McKinney and back through Forest Grove the wind isn't favorable for that.

As far as the weather goes: if anyone wants my cell phone number for last minute judgement on if the ride is leaving before driving out here, please PM me for that information. Basically if it isn't raining @ 7:30 and there isn't a major line of rain on its way, I plan to ride. I will have ride a few maps available for those who may want to do a B-paced ride.