Time: 7:45 a.m. group at a “fast pace”: finishing average speed of 19 mph and below
8:00 a.m. group at a “conversational pace”: finishing average speed of 16 mph and below
Features: This ride heads westward from the shop, and uses roads in Webster Groves, Kirkwood, and Ladue. It is a ride intended for riders on road bikes, and the wide variety of rider speeds makes this ride a great one for all abilities. Hybrid and off-road bike riders will usually find their bikes’ wider tires make it hard to keep up the pace of the road bikes. There is no sag support, but there is generally someone to help in case of mechanical trouble. Complimentary bagels and coffee served after the ride.
Routes: 30, 26, 18 miles
Terrain: Moderately hilly, a few big hills
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Features: A great ride for novice to advanced riders. Riders interested in the longer route can split from the group and pick up speed. Helmets are required. Go to Cyclery FB Page for current status.
Routes: 36, 18 miles
Terrain: Flat, some rolling hills
Start location, bike shop sponsor and ride leader:
Features: A great ride for novice to advanced riders. Riders interested in the longer route can split from the group and pick up speed. Helmets are required. Go to Cyclery FB Page for current status.
Routes: 36, 18 miles
Terrain: Flat, some rolling hills
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Features: This is a strictly recreational “no drop” ride with no pace-line. All routes take place on the Madison County Transit Trails system and are all very flat, mostly shaded, and well maintained. Go to The Bike Factory FB Page for updates.
Routes: 30, 20, 10 miles
Terrain: Paved trails and a few roads
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Features: The difficulty levels for this weather-dependent ride vary based on the ride leader. Check with the Bike Surgeon FB page for ride information. Mountain bikes are ideal but cross bikes will work.
Features: Three separate pace groups meet up for this ride: group A rides at 20+ mph, group B rides at 15-17 mph, group C rides at around 12 mph. A road bike is recommended. See Bike Surgeon FB page for announcements and updates.
Routes: 12 to 25 miles, depending on daylight
Terrain: Flat to rolling, some hills
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