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Saturday Step-Up

Step-Up Ride for July 11, 7:00 AM Start
Posted By: Jeffrey Totaro
Posted On: 2026-07-09T14:58:29Z

As of Thursday AM, weather for 7 AM -11 AM Saturday, July 11 looks to be hot and humid -- predicted temps are mid 82 to 90 deg F with a heat index mid 80s - mid 90s, 8 - 9 mph SSE winds (no gusting predicted), 25% cloud cover, with a zero chance of rain. Hydrate well on Thursday and Friday - drink at least 2 large bicycle water bottles each day.


The ride will start from the Gulledge Elementary Parking Lot.  Remember helmet, gloves, water and flat repair kit. Please check air, brakes, and chain prior to riding. Please be ready to go at 6:45 AM at the start area for attendance taking and the normal ride safety briefing so we can start on time at 7:00 AM.  Step-Up is a no-drop ride that keeps the group together going at a rolling average of 13 to 14.5 mph over the 30+ mile distance of the ride. Rolling speed uphill might be as low as 9 mph, on descent might be over 25 mph, and on flat sections 15 - 17 mph at any one time. 



The Route for July 11th is the following 32.8 mile route last ridden on June 20 2026. There is one planned rest stop at 17.8 miles.


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