Adventure 500 Rides Series 2020

2020 Adventure 500 Ride Series

Table of Contents -- Quick Links

• Calendar of Rides
• Ride Details
• RSVP
• Sponsor

• Location: Ride Studio Cafe in Lexington, MA and Ride Headquarters -- depending on the start date. See details below.

• Ride Type: Road Ride Adventures, 100 miles and further

• Date & Time: 5 Dates spanning the spring, summer, and fall

• Distance: 100-120 miles -- each route in the series is different. Details below.

• Price: Free, RSVP required

Five long road rides.  500+ miles.  Some dirt.  All adventure.

Description:  The Adventure 500 Series is comprised of one century-plus ride each month beginning in May.  The average pace is 16 mph for one group, and about 17-18 mph for a second group. If we have more participation, we'll break up into more groups with about 10 people per group.

Calendar for the Adventure 500 Series

1. May 2: Saturday, 8:00 am departure from Ride Headquarters. About 110 miles.

2. June 13: Saturday, 8:00 am departure. About 110 miles. Start Location: Ride Studio Cafe

3. July 25: Saturday, 6:30 am departure. About 110 miles. Start Location: Ride Headquarters

4. August 29: Saturday, 6:30 am departure. About 115 miles. Start Location: Ride Studio Cafe

5. Date TBD, watch for an October Saturday date!

Series Details

Proper Bike for this ride:  25-30mm road slick tires, clipless pedals, drop handlebars; no aero bars. 

Routes: Usually 100-120 miles total. Destination: We send route information and specifics to people who RSVP the evening before the ride. We don’t communicate more than this unless something is unusual or a big change has to be made. Some of the fun of an adventure ride is the mystery of the destination.

Ride Notes:  There are plenty of stops planned for each route.  There will be some dirt on every ride of the series -- somewhere between 10 and 30% dirt.  There are some rough sections of road and there is a possibility of a small amount of dirt road/construction work.

Estimated time:  About 8 to 12 hours depending on the time of year, the weather, and pace of the group.

Last Minute Information:  We email everyone who has RSVP’d with last minute information and updates.

Contact Information:  Email - connect@rideheadquarters.com, Phone for Ride HQ - 508-975-4678

Phone for Ride Studio Cafe - (339) 970-0187

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different:  All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. 

Waiver:  The hosting bike shop requires a signed waiver before your first ride. If the ride you’re doing leaves from Ride Studio Cafe, fill this out online prior to your first ride.

If the ride you’re doing leaves from Ride Headquarters, fill this out online prior to your first ride.

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Sponsor

Honey Bikes is sponsoring the Adventure 500 series!

If you RSVP for the Adventure 500 Series: You will receive a voucher from Honey Bikes for an unlimited color upgrade if you choose to get a set of Industry Nine wheels on your bike. This is a $265 value! Your Honey Bike needs to be ordered before the departure of the second Adventure 500 ride, so you can be using it on at least three rides. Please email us at connect@rideheadquarters.com to request the voucher (this is the way to receive the promo and special pricing) and schedule time to discuss the bikes and options.  

Two bikes Honey offers that are particularly appropriate for the Adventure 500 series are:

The Honey MidDurance titanium bike. This is a rim-brake bike with clearance for 33mm tires, and fender/rack mounts. This is a performance, endurance bike.

The Honey Allroads titanium bike also is very much into road riding and mixed terrain trail riding. It is outfitted with disc brakes, rack/fender mounts, and is built for all-weather, all-year riding. It fits 43mm tires in frame and fork on 700c wheels, along with 50mm tires on 650B wheels.

Ask us for details!

RSVP so We Know to Expect You!

Note: RSVPs are required at least 24 hours prior to the start of the ride(s) to allow us to organize the rides most effectively. This also allows you to be eligible for the offers tied to this series, as well.

Festive 500 - 2019

• Location: Ride Studio Cafe in Lexington, MA

• Ride Type: Road Rides with some dirt roads

• Date & Time: December 24 through December 31 (schedule below)

• Distance: Over 500km across 5 different rides

• Price: Free

It’s time to get Festive and ride on roads together during time many people have off. We’re offering rides to help you meet the Festive 500 goal of riding at least 500km at the end of the year!

If you are looking to end the year with great rides and good company, join us out on the road during the week of December 24 through the end of the year.  We are riding some of our favorite routes with great food stops along the way. We are even bringing back the traditional Snowflake Century – a one hundred-mile ride in the shape of a snowflake!

If you complete the whole series you will be rewarded with a grand total of well over 500km in an eight day span – an awesome way to finish your season. All rides will start and end at the Ride Studio Cafe in Lexington, MA. See below for mileage and GPS routes. These will be posted by the end of the day, December 22.

The average pace of each ride is 16-17mph. We will break up into more pace groups with larger participation. This is the time of year to log base miles and ride long miles.

Henry vdb riding on the road during a day of festive riding!

1. Tuesday, 12/24 at 9:00am Rollout: 44 Miles to Stow - Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/17551275

2. Monday 12/25: Christmas Day. No official ride.

3. Thursday, 12/26 at 10:00am: 62 Miles to Lost Lake - Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31631663

4. Friday, 12/27 at 10:00am: 64 Miles to Blue Moon Bagels in Medfield - Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31631676

5. Saturday, 12/28: Snowflake Century! Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31651747 See notes below about this special ride and route to understand how it’s working.

6. Sunday, 12/29 at 9:00am: 52 Miles to Harvard - Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31631681

7. Monday, 12/30: No official ride, RSC is closed.

8. Tuesday, 12/31 at 10:00am: 77 Miles to Upton - Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13556402

Snowflake Century Details - December 28, 2019

• This ride is in the shape of a snowflake. This allows you to ride as long or short as you wish, in approximately 20-mile increments as the center of the snowflake is Ride Studio Cafe.

• The official “led” version of this ride leaves at 8:15am. You may show up later and jump in or go with friends for the portion you want to ride.

• The route is all paved, but not a typical Ride Studio road ride. It has to do what it does in order to come back to Ride Studio frequently and make a good snowflake on your GPS computer. Be prepared for many turns and an interesting, festive ride!

A few things to remember:

• If you haven’t filled out our Ride Waiver, you must do it online here prior to attending the first ride.

• Please carefully read and be ready to ride by our Riding Rules.

• The Cafe will be open for food and drinks at the start of the rides. However, our bike shop employees will not necessarily be available. If you need something before the ride, please email us a day in advance.

• These are drop rides. The average pace of the rides is 16-17mph. If you cannot maintain the pace of the group you will need to find your way home. It is fine if you would like to see if you can hang with the group, just communicate with your ride leader if you need to drop off of the ride at any point.

• Please consider the weather when choosing your tires. We recommend fenders for wet conditions.

• All the rides’ routes and distances are subject to change depending on weather and road conditions. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for updates.

Make sure you are well-equipped for the cold and wintry conditions. At Ride Studio we have a great selection of new winter apparel from our friends at Rapha and 45NRTH, that is sure to keep you warm and comfortable out on the road. We have great options for studded tires, a must-have for riding on icy roads.

We look forward to finishing 2019 with you in style! Have fun and ride safe.

Happy Holidays from all of us at Ride Studio Cafe!

Adventure 500 Rides Series 2019

2019 Adventure 500 Ride Series

Table of Contents -- Quick Links

• Calendar of Rides
• Ride Details
• RSVP
• Sponsor

• Location: Ride Studio Cafe in Lexington, MA and Ride Headquarters -- depending on the start date. See details below.

• Ride Type: Road Ride Adventures, 100 miles and further

• Date & Time: 5 Dates spanning the spring, summer, and fall

• Distance: 100-120 miles -- each route in the series is different. Details below.

• Price: Free, RSVP required

Five long road rides.  500+ miles.  Some dirt.  All adventure.

Description:  The Adventure 500 Series is comprised of one century-plus ride each month beginning in May.  The average pace is 16 mph for one group, and about 17-18 mph for a second group. If we have more participation, we'll break up into more groups with about 10 people per group.

Calendar for the Adventure 500 Series

1. Done - May 18: Saturday, 8:00 am departure from Ride Headquarters. About 110 miles.

2. Done - June 15: Saturday, 8:00 am departure. About 110 miles. Start Location: Ride Studio Cafe

3. Done - July 27: Saturday, 6:30 am departure. About 110 miles. Start Location: Ride Studio Cafe

4. Done - August 24: Saturday, 6:30 am departure. About 115 miles. Start Location: Ride Studio Cafe

5. Done - Mini Adventure 500: Saturday, September 28. 9:30am departure. 100k with 20% dirt roads. Begins & ends at Ride Headquarters. One guided group of 16-17mph offered, riders wanting a faster/slower pace should load the route on their GPS computers. Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31205750

6. Coming up! October 19, 7am departure. Doors open at 6:30am. Start Location: Ride Headquarters

Series Details

Proper Bike for this ride:  25-30mm road slick tires, clipless pedals, drop handlebars; no aero bars. 

Routes: Usually 100-120 miles total. Destination: We send route information and specifics to people who RSVP. Some of the fun of an adventure ride is the mystery of the destination.

Ride Notes:  There are plenty of stops planned for each route.  There will be some dirt on every ride of the series -- somewhere between 10 and 30% dirt.  There are some rough sections of road and there is a possibility of a small amount of dirt road/construction work.

Estimated time:  About 8 to 12 hours depending on the time of year, the weather, and pace of the group.

Last Minute Information:  We email everyone who has RSVP’d with last minute information and updates.

Contact Information:  Email - connect@rideheadquarters.com, Phone for Ride HQ - 508-975-4678

Phone for Ride Studio Cafe - (339) 970-0187

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different:  All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. 

Waiver:  The hosting bike shop requires a signed waiver before your first ride. If the ride you’re doing leaves from Ride Studio Cafe, fill this out online prior to your first ride.

If the ride you’re doing leaves from Ride Headquarters, fill this out online prior to your first ride.

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Sponsor

Honey Bikes is sponsoring the Adventure 500 series!

If you RSVP for the Adventure 500 Series: You will receive a voucher from Honey Bikes for $350 off a titanium Honey Bike that is ordered before the second Adventure 500 ride. Please email us at connect@rideheadquarters.com to request the voucher and schedule time to discuss the bikes and options.  

Two bikes Honey offers that are particularly appropriate for the Adventure 500 series are:

The Honey MidDurance titanium bike. This is a rim-brake bike with clearance for 33mm tires, and fender/rack mounts. This is a performance, endurance bike.

The Honey Allroads titanium bike also is very much into road riding and mixed terrain trail riding. It is outfitted with disc brakes, rack/fender mounts, and is built for all-weather, all-year riding. It fits 43mm tires in frame and fork on 700c wheels, along with 50mm tires on 650B wheels.

Ask us for details!

RSVP so We Know to Expect You!

Note: RSVPs are required at least 24 hours prior to the start of the ride(s) to allow us to organize the rides most effectively. This also allows you to be eligible for the offers tied to this series, as well.

Good Friends Gathering Ride

• Location: Ride Studio Cafe in Lexington, MA

• Ride Type: Road Ride

• Date & Time: Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at 11am at Ride Studio Cafe

• Distance: 100 km

• Price: Free - RSVP Required, below

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Come close out the year and reflect with your friends on a fun, cool road ride with hot meals at the beginning and end.

Details:

Ideal Bikes for this Ride Honey MidDurance A titanium performance road bike that takes tires up to 35mm in width, including winter and studded tires for 4-season road and gravel riding. Seven Cycles Axiom S Disc A fast, performance bike in the summer has clearances for the tires of your choosing with the flexiblity of disc brakes. Email us to take out one of these or any of our bikes on a demo ride - either for this ride or when it is more convenient for you!

• The ride will depart from RSC at 11:00am. The Cafe will have complimentary Oatmeal and toppings for registered riders starting at 10:00am. There will also be complimentary Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew upon your return from the ride to warm you up.

• Pace: We'll have at least 2 pace options; 16 mph and 17-18mph. We will offer a faster-than-18mph group if there is enough interest. We'll split into groups of no more than 10 people per speed. These are all no-drop ride groups (we stop for mechanical issues) but you must be able to maintain the advertised pace. Please communicate with the ride leader if you need to drop off of the ride at any point.

• If you haven’t filled out our Ride Waiver, you must do it online here prior to attending the ride.

• Please carefully read and be ready to ride by our Riding Rules.

• You must RSVP at the form below on this page prior to 5pm December 23.

• Our bike shop employees will be available but to ensure the best service, if you need something before the ride, please email us a day in advance.

• Please consider the weather when choosing your tires. We recommend fenders for wet road conditions, we do not recommend fenders for mixed-terrain rides.

• This ride may become a mixed-terrain ride if the weather is bad on December 26. The distance and route are also subject to change depending on weather and road conditions. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for updates.

Make sure you are well-equipped for the cold and wintry conditions. At Ride Studio we have a great selection of new winter apparel from our friends at 45NRTH, Cafe du Cycliste, and Velocio that is sure to keep you warm and comfortable out on the road. We have great options for studded tires, a must-have for riding on icy roads.

We look forward to finishing 2018 with you in style!

Please RSVP here, prior to December 23 at 11pm.

We will email all who RSVP no later than 8pm on December 25 with last-minute details and the ride’s route.

Brutiful Roads Triple - Winter Ride Series 2019

• Location: Various remote start locations

• Ride Type: Remote paved and dirt roads

• Time & Date: The first road-rideable Saturday in January, February, and March 2019

• Distance: 2 route options for each: ~40 miles and ~65 miles

• Price: Free

Description: The Brutiful Roads Triple is a winter ride series designed for road bikes that fit studded tires. These are three super winter rides, one happens each month this winter, each is VERY weather dependent: when the weather allows for riding on dirt and paved roads, we are riding! Each ride in this series happens the FIRST road-rideable Saturday of each month.

Ideal Bikes for this Series Honey MidDurance A titanium performance, light-weight bike with medium-reach caliper brakes and clearance for 35mm tires or 28mm tires with fenders. Honey Allroads A titanium bike with disc brakes and ability to ride fast and fun with both road and up to 40mm tires, or 650B wheels with 50mm tires.

Get prepared and we will let you know a couple of days before when the ride is running. Each ride has a remote start in a new town so the roads and backroads are all places most people have not been. No remote start is more than a one-hour drive from either Ride Studio Cafe or Ride Headquarters.

Before each ride, we’re meeting up for breakfast — breakfast with the group is optional — to allow all to enjoy some warm food prior to rolling out. The ride will conclude with a late lunch or early dinner, too.

The ride is free, but be prepared to purchase all of the food you consume throughout the day.

See below to RSVP. It is VERY important to RSVP since we’ll be emailing participants about the starting locations, timing of when we’re meeting for breakfast, planned rollout times, and route files.

The meaning of Brutiful: It means a beautiful route with brutal aspects. David B used the term to describe one of our previous adventure rides this way, thus this ride series found its name!

Pace and Distance Options

Each ride offers two distances. We’ll let you know what these are, exactly, via email to all who RSVP, a couple of days before the ride. We expect the shorter route to be approximately 40 miles and the longer route to be approximately 65 miles for each ride. We’ll have two paces of leader-led groups doing the shorter distance: a 16mph average and 17-18mph average. We’ll have one group of ~17.5mph doing the longer distance. You’re welcome to do either route at the pace of your choice and on your own or with any riders you want to ride with. Just be sure you’ve got the route and at least one back-up power source to charge your GPS unit and phone during the day. We will want to know which group you want to ride with at the ride, or if you’re riding solo. We do not recommend riding solo for these kinds of distances in the cold for safety purposes.

Preparation

Have your Winter Essentials Duffel ready! In that bag, we recommend:

• All the clothing you typically use for 10-40 degree riding. Clothing that likes wet conditions isn’t a bad idea, either. Note: We’re only including the gear that people often forget when they’re in a hurry, and riding in unexpected conditions. If you forget to put your bibs in your Snow Essentials Kit, we have no sympathy!

• Headlight 100% charged and ready for use

• Taillight with batteries in good condition. Bring an extra set of batteries.

Quick note on Batteries: Batteries die. Batteries don’t like the cold so they power down a lot more quickly than on an autumn day. Three hours of battery life can become one hour – or worse – in the cold months. Keep your electronics warm – in your jacket or jersey, not in your saddle bag – until you need them. This includes your phone, backup battery, spare light, and your GPS unit – if you’re not the ride navigator.

• Winter shoes or your autumn shoes with overshoes. Note that overshoes are inadequate on most cold, extended-distance rides for most people.

• Long, thick wool socks

• Chemical hand and toe warmers

• Helmet

• Long finger gloves, possibly with liners.

• Three season cap that covers your ears.

• Neck gator - check out our custom neck gators in store!

• Protective glasses

• High-vis vest - this is important as it’s always harder to be seen in the winter and in inclement conditions. We are likely to be riding through areas where hunters may be near. High-vis, especially orange, is an important color to wear in such areas. We’ll let you know if we’ll be on trails that are shared by hunters via email to all who RSVP for each ride.

• Towel to dry off after the ride.

• A change of clothes for after the ride - it’s not fun to eat dinner or drive home in sweaty, wet, cold clothes.

The Rides

JANUARY

Ride One:

Visit the ride details page.

Date: Done and dusted on Saturday, January 12. Amazing ride and amazing riders.

FEBRUARY

Ride Two:

Date: Can be any one of the following dates based on weather.

Saturday, February 2
Saturday, February 9
Saturday, February 16
Saturday, February 23

Start Location: To Be Announced!

Route: To Be Announced!

Details: To Be Announced!

MARCH

Ride Three:

Date: Can be any one of the following dates based on weather.

Saturday, March 2
Saturday, March 9
Saturday, March 16
Saturday, March 23
Saturday, March 30

Start Location: To Be Announced!

Route: To Be Announced!

Details: To Be Announced!

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Register Here for the Brutiful Rides!

You’ll also receive email updates!

Last Minute Information: We will email everyone who RSVPs with the latest information and details concerning where to meet, timing, route, etc.

Contact Information: Email brutiful@rideheadquarters.com with questions.

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different: All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules.

Waiver: Ride Headquarters requires a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride. 

Proper Bike for this ride:  

• Road conditions the day of the ride will dictate. 25c-32c tires likely appropriate. Studded tires may be required depending on weather.

• Clipless pedals and shoes. These are important elements of bike control when riding with a group.

• A bike that’s in safe working order. It can be dangerous to stop for mechanicals in the cold, so make very certain your bike comes clean, lubed, safety checked with fresh brake pads, and tires in good shape.

• If it's wet on the road or raining, please put a rear fender on your bike to keep the person behind you happy. A fender will make your day significantly better, too.

When will each ride run?

• Wondering if the ride is on? We are emailing everyone who RSVPs to this series, so please sign up for updates by way of RSVP’ing. We won’t know until a couple of days in advance as to whether the ride is on since weather is a bit unpredictable this time of year. And we don’t expect you to necessarily be able to attend since we aren’t nailing down the “go” date until a couple of days before.

• Icy conditions: We ride. For this you have to have studded tires in order to ride with us.

  • Cold: It doesn’t matter what the temperature is, we ride. We may recommend the shorter of the two routes if it’s dangerously cold. Staying safe is very important! We also will make last-minute route changes based on weather as necessary. All attendees will receive updates via email.

If you'd like us to do any work on your bike prior to the ride, please email us a week before the ride; we want you to be ready to roll before the the day of the ride.

Thanksgiving Day Morning Road Rides 2018 - Canceled

• Location: Ride Studio Cafe in Lexington, MA

• Ride Type: Road Ride

• Date & Time: Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 22, 2018 - NOW CANCELED - Frigid temps and ice on the roads is canceling this ride.

• Distances: 36-mile option & 48-mile option

• RSC Cafe Hours on Thanksgiving: 7:30am - 9:00am

• Price: Free

Mixed Terrain Option: If you have a gravel, cx, mountain, or fat bike, join us for the Mixed Terrain ride option instead! STUDDED TIRES ARE REQUIRED. This ride departs at 8:30am. See complete details.

Description: These are 100% paved rides, there are a few distance and speed options from which to choose! 

This is a great opportunity to have some fun on the road, meet other road riders, and burn the calories from the feast before the feast! 

We host safe, organized group rides. The advertised pace of the ride is what you can expect to average on the ride.

Ride Notes: We have Ride Studio Employees leading the ride and pointing out turns. They'll make sure the pace of the ride stays consistent, they manage the group, and offer safe, efficient riding techniques.

Speed and distance options:

• 16mph average, 36 miles total - Route

• 17-18mph average, 36 miles total - Route

• 17-18 mph average, 48 miles total - Route

Estimated time: Approximately 2.5 hours. The Studio will be unlocked for riders upon your return to RSC. 

Last Minute Information: Watch Ride Studio Cafe's Twitter feed for last-minute updates, weather cancellations or other changes. 

Contact Information:  Email - connect@ridestudiocafe.com, Phone - (339) 970-0187

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different:  All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. 

Waiver:  RSC requires a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

Proper Bike for this ride:  

• Road bike with 23-28c tires. Weather conditions will change the ideal bike type.

• Clipless pedals and shoes. These are important elements of bike control.

• A bike that’s in safe working order.

• Fenders if it's wet on the road.

• No aerobars.

Come by at least 15-minutes early so you can make any last minute bike adjustments or fuel up on something in the Cafe.  Ride Studio Cafe is open from 7:30am - 9:00am on Thanksgiving, November 22, 2018.

Mach One Ride

• Location: Ride Studio Cafe in Lexington, MA

• Ride Type: Road Ride

• Updated Time: 8:55am Sunday Mornings Weekly, year round

• Distance: ~35 miles

• Price: Free

Description: This is our fastest ride. This is the same route as the Coffee Ride but at a much faster pace. Where the Coffee ride is a community ride, this is too fast to do much socializing while riding. If you'd like to get to know the RSC riding community, we recommend starting with our Coffee Ride, it is the best place to begin riding with us. If you want to ride faster than 19mph, please DO NOT join in on the Coffee ride, but do this ride instead.

We expect all riders to be very proficient road bike riders prior to joining in this ride. You must be capable of maintaining the pace without digging too deep as that leads to unsafe situations. We will allow no more than 10 people in each group. We split up into groups so there aren't too many people in each one. Your safety is our primary goal that guides how we break up groups and set ride expectations.

Route:  RideWithGPS

Mach One defining characteristics:

• Fast: RSC's fastest ride. Typically 22+ mph

• Steady pace – think "locomotive" rather than "jack rabbit."

• Drop – meaning if you can't keep up with the group or have a mechanical you'll have to find your way back to RSC alone. Note that groups of slower paces will be coming along behind this ride so if you stay on the route, you may join one of the next groups when they come by.

Ride Notes: When you arrive at the Studio (please arrive before 8:50am), you’ll have to fill out the Mach One signup form in order to ride. You also need to pick up a Blue Card to opt into this group. You’ll need to sign up each time you do this ride. By adding your name to the list you agree to ride safely and smartly, including:

• I will obey all traffic laws. Including full stops at stop signs, riding to the right of the road, and ensuring that we all follow the rules that good riders do.

• I will ride at a steady hard pace. This includes avoiding quick changes in speed including sprinting, riding erratically, jumping from the group, and cutting corners. We ride hard when it's easy and easy when it's hard.

• I will treat pedestrians and cars with respect.

• I will ride safely and with self awareness in this group.

Your email address will be used for communications about this ride only. We will not share your email with anyone.

Last Minute Information: Watch our Twitter feed for last-minute updates, weather cancellations or other changes. 

Estimated time: 2-2.5 hours

Contact Information: Email - connect@ridestudiocafe.com, Phone - 339-970-0187

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different: All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. 

Waiver: RSC requires a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride. 

Proper Bike for this ride:  23-28c road slick tires, clipless pedals, drop handlebars, no aero bars.

Ice Cream Prestige

Ice Cream Prestige Ride Series

Location: Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, MA

• Ride Type: Road Ride

• Date & Time: Saturdays running through September 2018 - Departs at 9:00am

• Distance: 36 miles

• Price: Free

 

Description: This is a 100% paved ride, 36 miles in length.

This is a great opportunity to have some fun on the road, meet other road riders, and enjoy Ice Cream and Ice coffee & tea at no charge to you at Ride Headquarters after the ride is over! 

We host safe, organized group rides. The advertised pace of the ride is what you can expect to average on the ride.

Parking: We have a big lot behind the store. Park and ride if you don't feel like riding to the start of the ride.

Route: The route is new, it is here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/21671668 - all paved. 

Ride Notes: We have Ride Headquarters Super Domestiques leading the ride and pointing out turns. Super Domestiques make sure the pace of the ride stays consistent, they manage the group, and offer safe, efficient riding techniques.

Speeds: There are two speed groups: a 16-17mph average, and an 18-19mph average.

Estimated time: Approximately 2 hours. 

Last Minute Information: Watch Ride Headquarter's Twitter feed for last-minute updates, weather cancellations or other changes.  

Contact Information: Email - connect@rideheadquarters.com, Phone - 508-975-4678

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different: All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules.

Waiver: Ride Headquarters requires a signed waiver. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride. 

Proper Bike for this ride:  

• Road bike with 23-28c tires. Weather conditions will change the ideal bike type.

• Clipless pedals and shoes. These are important elements of bike control.

• A bike that’s in safe working order.

• Fenders if it's wet on the road.

• No aerobars.

If you'd like us to do any work on your bike prior to the ride, please email us the day before so we're ready to do the work as soon as you come in; we want you to be ready to roll before the group is ready to go.

Sunday Paceline Ride

• Location: Ride Studio Cafe in Lexington, MA
• Ride Type:  Road Ride
• Date & Time: Sundays, 8:45am, Weekly Spring and Summer
• Distance: 40-50 miles  
• Price:  Free

Description: The Sunday Paceline ride starts promptly at 8:45am. Come 15 to 20 minutes before departure time so you can make any last minute adjustments, grab fresh water, a Cafe drink, or use the facilities. This ride is for people who are comfortable and proficient riding properly equipped road bikes and who are interested in riding with a group, riding at a sustained 17-18mph pace, and riding in a paceline. If you are capable of this pace, but unsure of riding in a paceline, come out to learn how to ride in a paceline and hone this skill.  

Route is 42 miles: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27624582

Ride Notes: We are capping the rider limit at 6 for the first few rides. If interest grows, we'll create more groups and expand the limit. The first 6 riders to arrive at RSC expressing interest in this ride may participate. Please jump into the Coffee ride at 9am if you come out for this and the ride is already full. 

Last Minute Information: Watch our Twitter feed for last-minute updates, weather cancellations or other changes. 

Estimated time: Approximately 2.3 hours for a typical paceline ride. Possibly a bit more if the ride stops for instruction. 

Contact Information: Email - connect@ridestudiocafe.com, Phone - 339-970-0187

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different: All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. 

Waiver: RSC requires a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride. 

Proper Bike for this ride:  23-28c road slick tires, clipless pedals, drop handlebars,  no aero bars.