SPRING Forward into Road Ride Season! Sunday, March 8

• Location: Start and end at Elm Bank, Natick

• Ride Type:  100% Paved Road Ride

• Date & Time:  Sunday, March 8, 9am start (remember we lose an hour overnight!)

• Distance:  57 miles

• Price:  Free; NEER membership is only required after the first ride you do with us due to insurance.

• RSVPs: Required, see bottom of page for RSVP form

Details

This is a fun road ride from Elm Bank in Natick (just over the border from Wellesley) and the route heads down to Diamond Hill Reservoir in Rhode Island and back!

We have a designated Super Domestique leading the last group to depart which will be rolling at a ~15-16 mph average endurance pace. Other pace groups will be 17-18mph and 18+ mph is possible if we have riders sign up for this pace.

Distance

57 miles

Parking

There is all-day parking at Elm Bank. Details will be sent to all who RSVP by 7pm the evening before the ride.

Route

The route will be emailed before 7pm the evening before the ride to all participants.

All riders should load the ride on a GPS computer so everyone knows where we’re going and it makes splitting into groups easier.

Start Time & Estimated Ride Time

We’ll be at the starting parking lot by 8:30am so look for the big, red van when you arrive. Please arrive with enough time to get ready that allows you to roll out on time with the group at 9am promptly.

Allow ~4.5 hours for the ride if you’re in the “endurance” pace group.

Route Notes & Food/Water Stops

Bring extra calories and 2 full water bottles.

• There is one stop for food at a large grocery store a little over 1/2 way in the ride.

After the Ride

A Seven Cycles representative will be around post ride to host demo riders at Elm Bank and will be available to discuss new bikes with anyone who wants to meet up or hang out after the ride to do this! Be sure to email Seven at info@sevencycles.com if this interests you.

Last-Minute Information

We will email all participants with any critical late-breaking news if there is any. We email ALL RSVPs by 7pm the evening before the ride. If you don’t see an email by 7pm the evening prior to the ride, be sure to email us so we can get you the information.

Contact Information

Email - connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com with questions about this ride anytime 1 hour or more prior to the start of the ride.

CALL US if you need us to know anything just before the ride start or during the ride at 413-461-7433.

Don’t txt if you need an immediate response, all txt msgs go to our email that we aren’t checking if we’re in front of people at the ride or on our bikes.

Riding Rules

All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. RSVP’ing to this ride indicates you have read and accept all of the rules. These make the ride safer and more fun for all.

Waiver

We require a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

If this is your second or more ride with us, our insurance requires that you become a member of NEER.

Proper bike & Equipment

• Bring your road bike with whatever size tires you enjoy riding that will allow you to keep pace with the group. 25mm tires or bigger road slicks are appropriate for this route. A gravel bike is acceptable if you want to ride it and feel you can keep pace with road riders.

• If the roads are wet/messy, please mount a rear full-coverage fender. If you don’t have one, expect to ride at the back!

• Clipless pedals and shoes.  These are important elements of bike control. Since we are riding near to each other on the road, platform pedals don’t offer necessary bike control for this kind of riding.

• A bike that’s in safe working order that is properly lubed and tuned. We’ll ask you to call for a ride or take an Uber home if you have a mechanical situation that will hinder the forward progress of the group by more than a few minutes.

• Be sure you have supplies necessary for all common mechanicals including extra derailleur hangers, a multi-tool, quick chain links, tubes, CO2 or hand pump, etc. You are responsible for you and your bike.

RSVP to Participate in this Ride Now!

Please RSVP only after you’ve made sure you can attend. It is inconsiderate to RSVP prior to committing to attending since it affects the experience of the other cyclists in attendance. We understand that things come up last-minute. Be sure to email us if you can’t attend: connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Conjure Series Kick Off! Road Ride at Human Powered Health: Wellesley, MA

• Location: Start and end in Wellesley, MA at Human Powered Health

• Ride Type:  Road ride, all pavement

• Date & Time:  Saturday, March 28, 8:00am Meet up for coffee & breakfast treats / 9:00am Roll Out

• Distance:  ~30 miles (exact distance TBD)

• Price:  Free; first ride with NEER is no charge/membership not required. See NEER membership requirements discussed below. We hope you use this as a way to get to know NEER and become a member!

• RSVPs: Required, see bottom of page for RSVP form

Details

Kick off the Conjure Series of rides and conjure spring by coming out! This is a very special edition ride that starts at Human Powered Health in Wellesley Center.

Meet up early at 8am to enjoy pre-ride coffee and treats, then we’ll split everyone into speed groups and roll riders out.

Pace groups will be: fast-ish (19mph avg), faster-moderate (17-18mph avg), and endurance (15-16mph avg), and fun 13-14mph pace. We are looking for a volunteer to lead the fun group.

This allows people to ride with similar-speed riders so you get the ride you’re after. There is a NEER Super Domestique leading the endurance group.

This is a chance to enjoy a great day on the bike with others at the pace that feels comfortable to you and your fitness level.

If you have questions about the pace, route or anything else, please email us in advance at connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Distance

The exact distance is TBD, we expect it to be between 30 and 35 miles total. A good warm up for the season ahead!

Parking

Parking is at the Wellesley commuter lot, it’s free and all-day parking. Exact directions to park and where to meet up will be shared with all who RSVP. A pre-ride email will be sent out by 7pm the night before the ride.

Route

The route will be shared with all who RSVP.

All riders should load the ride on a GPS computer so everyone knows where we’re going and it makes splitting into groups easier. If you don’t have a GPS computer, you will have a group to ride with (assuming your average pace fits into those we’ve defined above), so you don’t have to have one.

Estimated Ride Time

~1 3/4 - 2 3/4 hours depending on your pace and the time the group takes at the food/bathroom stops.

Route Notes and Food Stops

Food/water: Food, filtered water, and bathrooms are at the start/finish at Human Powered Health. There won’t be an official stop on the ride given the length of the route.

After the Ride

Get a tour of the Human Powered Health facility from their bike fitter, Willie, and see what all they offer at their facility!

Demo Ride a Seven Cycles Bike!

All afternoon, a representative from Seven Cycles will be on-site offering Seven Cycles demo rides and we’ll stick around to talk about bikes. You don’t need to participate in the group ride to get a demo ride. Please let us know via email if you’d like to demo ride so we bring the bike(s) best for your demo and schedule you and other demo riders appropriately in the afternoon.

With leadtimes of 3-5 weeks, you’ll be riding your new bike in no time!

Last-Minute Information

We will email all participants who RSVP with any critical late-breaking news if there is any.

Contact Information

Email - connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com with questions about this ride anytime 1 hour or more prior to the start of the ride.

CALL US if you need us to know anything just before the ride start or during the ride at 413-461-7433.

Don’t txt if you need an immediate response, all txt msgs go to our email that we aren’t checking if we’re in front of people at the ride or on our bikes.

Riding Rules

All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. RSVP’ing to this ride indicates you have read and accept all of the rules. These make the ride safer and more fun for all.

Waiver

We require a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

If this is your second or more ride with us, our insurance requires that you become a member of NEER.

Proper bike & Equipment

• Bring your road bike OR gravel bike with whatever size tires you enjoy riding that will allow you to keep pace with one of the groups that you would like to ride with.

• If the roads are wet/messy, please mount a rear full-coverage fender. If you don’t have one, expect to ride at the back!

• Clipless pedals and shoes.  These are important elements of bike control. Since we are riding near to each other on the road, platform pedals don’t offer necessary bike control for this kind of riding.

• A bike that’s in safe working order that is properly lubed and tuned. We’ll ask you to call for a ride or take an Uber home if you have a mechanical situation that will hinder the forward progress of the group by more than a few minutes.

• Be sure you have supplies necessary for all common mechanicals including extra derailleur hangers, a multi-tool, quick chain links, tubes, CO2 or hand pump, etc. You are responsible for you and your bike. Roads at this time of a year are a mess and flats are more common.

RSVP to Participate in this Ride Now!

Please RSVP only after you’ve made sure you can attend. It is inconsiderate to RSVP prior to committing to attending since it affects the experience of the other cyclists in attendance. We understand that things come up last-minute. Be sure to email us if you can’t attend: connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Conjure Series Road Ride: Norwood, MA 45 mi & 60 mi

• Location: Start and end in Norwood, MA

• Ride Type:  Road ride, all pavement in a bucolic part of our state! Starting & ending at a large tap room with food and all kinds of drinks.

• Date & Time:  Saturday, April 4, 9:00am start

• Distance:  60 miles with an option to cut the route to 45 miles

• Price:  Free; see NEER membership requirements discussed below after the first ride you do with us, we hope you use this as a way to get to know NEER and become a member!

• RSVPs: Required, see bottom of page for RSVP form

Details

This is a beautiful day on the bike starting/ending in Norwood, MA!

We have a designated Super Domestique leading one group which will be rolling at a steady 15-16mph average endurance pace perfect for many this time of year.

We’ll create other groups based on expected average speeds so people can ride with similar-speed riders so you get the ride you’re after. No one should be looking for race pace or surging this time of year. This is a chance to enjoy a great day on the bike with others at the pace that feels comfortable to you and your fitness level.

If you have questions about the pace, please email us in advance.

Distance

The ride is 60 miles in length. There is a shorter 45-mile option which simply involves cutting the route around mile 21 so everyone starts the same 21 miles and we’ll make it obvious via a separate route for anyone who’d like a 45-mile option.

Parking

Exact parking directions will be emailed to all who RSVP. We’re starting at the Castle Island Brewing Company, 31 Astor Ave, Norwood, MA 02062

Route

The routes will be shared with all who RSVP.

All riders should load the ride on a GPS computer so everyone knows where we’re going and it makes splitting into groups easier.

Estimated Ride Time

~3.5-5 hours depending on your pace and the time the group takes at the food/bathroom stops.

Route Notes and Food Stops

Food/water: There is one food/refuel stop at mile 25 at a small market (basic store and sandwiches offered). It is worth being a little hungry at the end since there’s a nice food truck with a lot of offerings in addition to the tap room full of beer and non-alcoholic drinks as well.

Route notes: The 1/2 way destination is Diamond Hill Reservoir in Rhode Island. It’s a beautiful place to ride to and through. There are many lovely areas and bodies of water to be seen enroute as well. The roads are not heavily traveled and are most back roads with a few crossings of major roads. As always, there will be rough roads and potholes so keep an eye open.

After the Ride

Enjoy food and drink at the Tap Room and time together before you take off! There is plenty of room in the Tap Room for us to have our own large table(s). At 2pm, there’s a “Puppy Bowl” happening at the tap room so if you like dogs, this is the place to be.

The Tap Room opens at 12pm. The fastest riders are likely to arrive right around 12pm.

Last-Minute Information

We will email all participants who RSVP with any critical late-breaking news if there is any.

Contact Information

Email - connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com with questions about this ride anytime 1 hour or more prior to the start of the ride.

CALL US if you need us to know anything just before the ride start or during the ride at 413-461-7433.

Don’t txt if you need an immediate response, all txt msgs go to our email that we aren’t checking if we’re in front of people at the ride or on our bikes.

Riding Rules

All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. RSVP’ing to this ride indicates you have read and accept all of the rules. These make the ride safer and more fun for all.

Waiver

We require a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

If this is your second or more ride with us, our insurance requires that you become a member of NEER.

Proper bike & Equipment

• Bring your road bike OR gravel bike with whatever size tires you enjoy riding that will allow you to keep pace with the group you would like to ride with.

• If the roads are wet/messy, please mount a rear full-coverage fender. If you don’t have one, expect to ride at the back!

• Clipless pedals and shoes.  These are important elements of bike control. Since we are riding near to each other on the road, platform pedals don’t offer necessary bike control for this kind of riding.

• A bike that’s in safe working order that is properly lubed and tuned. We’ll ask you to call for a ride or take an Uber home if you have a mechanical situation that will hinder the forward progress of the group by more than a few minutes.

• Be sure you have supplies necessary for all common mechanicals including extra derailleur hangers, a multi-tool, quick chain links, tubes, CO2 or hand pump, etc. You are responsible for you and your bike.

RSVP to Participate in this Ride Now!

Please RSVP only after you’ve made sure you can attend. It is inconsiderate to RSVP prior to committing to attending since it affects the experience of the other cyclists in attendance. We understand that things come up last-minute. Be sure to email us if you can’t attend: connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Conjure Series Road Ride: Lincoln, MA

• Location: Start and end in Lincoln, MA

• Ride Type:  Road ride, all pavement and it’s a flowy route

• Date & Time:  Saturday, April 11, 9:00am start

• Distance:  58 miles

• Price:  Free; first ride with NEER is no charge/membership not required. See NEER membership requirements discussed below. We hope you use this as a way to get to know NEER and become a member!

• RSVPs: Required, see bottom of page for RSVP form

Details

This is a really satisfying day on the road bike on pavement starting/ending in Lincoln, MA! The route is nicely flowy and heads south from Lincoln, MA. There is minimal traffic on these roads.

We’ll split into 3 pace groups: fast, faster-moderate, and endurance. Endurance is a 16mph average pace. This allows people to ride with similar-speed riders so you get the ride you’re after. There is a NEER Super Domestique leading the endurance group.

This is a chance to enjoy a great day on the bike with others at the pace that feels comfortable to you and your fitness level.

If you have questions about the pace, route or anything else, please email us in advance at connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Distance

The ride is 58 miles in length total.

Parking

Parking is at the Lincoln train commuter lot, it’s free and all-day parking. This is around the corner from Twisted Tree Cafe, open before the ride, may be closed at the end of the ride.

Route

The route will be shared with all who RSVP by 7pm the night before the ride via email.

All riders should load the ride on a GPS computer so everyone knows where we’re going and it makes splitting into groups easier.

Estimated Ride Time

~3.5-4 hours depending on your pace and the time the group takes at the food/bathroom stops.

Route Notes and Food Stops

Food/water: There is an early stop at Dunkin Doughnuts at mile ~20 for warm up/bathrooms if needed.

Last-Minute Information

We will email all participants who RSVP with any critical late-breaking news if there is any.

Contact Information

Email - connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com with questions about this ride anytime 1 hour or more prior to the start of the ride.

CALL US if you need us to know anything just before the ride start or during the ride at 413-461-7433.

Don’t txt if you need an immediate response, all txt msgs go to our email that we aren’t checking if we’re in front of people at the ride or on our bikes.

Riding Rules

All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. RSVP’ing to this ride indicates you have read and accept all of the rules. These make the ride safer and more fun for all.

Waiver

We require a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

If this is your second or more ride with us, our insurance requires that you become a member of NEER.

Proper bike & Equipment

• Bring your road bike OR gravel bike with whatever size tires you enjoy riding that will allow you to keep pace with one of the groups that you would like to ride with.

• If the roads are wet/messy, please mount a rear full-coverage fender. If you don’t have one, expect to ride at the back!

• Clipless pedals and shoes.  These are important elements of bike control. Since we are riding near to each other on the road, platform pedals don’t offer necessary bike control for this kind of riding.

• A bike that’s in safe working order that is properly lubed and tuned. We’ll ask you to call for a ride or take an Uber home if you have a mechanical situation that will hinder the forward progress of the group by more than a few minutes.

• Be sure you have supplies necessary for all common mechanicals including extra derailleur hangers, a multi-tool, quick chain links, tubes, CO2 or hand pump, etc. You are responsible for you and your bike. Roads at this time of a year are a mess and flats are more common.

RSVP to Participate in this Ride Now!

Please RSVP only after you’ve made sure you can attend. It is inconsiderate to RSVP prior to committing to attending since it affects the experience of the other cyclists in attendance. We understand that things come up last-minute. Be sure to email us if you can’t attend: connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Conjure Series Road Ride: Concord, MA

• Location: Start and end in Concord, MA

• Ride Type:  Road ride, all pavement and it’s a flowy route

• Date & Time:  Saturday, April 18, 9:00am start

• Distance:  103 miles

• Price:  Free; first ride with NEER is no charge/membership not required. See NEER membership requirements discussed below. We hope you use this as a way to get to know NEER and become a member!

• RSVPs: Required, see bottom of page for RSVP form

Details

This is a really satisfying, long day on the road bike on pavement starting/ending in Concord, MA! The route takes riders to beautiful NH and the Hilltop Cafe. There is ~5,700 ft climbing.

There is minimal traffic on these roads.

We’ll split into 3 pace groups: fast, faster-moderate, and endurance. Endurance is a 15-16mph average pace. This allows people to ride with similar-speed riders so you get the ride you’re after. There is a NEER Super Domestique leading the endurance group.

This is a chance to enjoy a great day on the bike with others at the pace that feels comfortable to you and your fitness level. It is a long ride, but riders are getting ready for early season long-distance events! The pace of the endurance group will be reasonable so with proper nutrition and hydration all day, the pace should feel reasonable to a rider with average fitness.

If you have questions about the pace, route or anything else, please email us in advance at connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Distance

The ride is 103 miles in length total.

Parking

Parking is at the Keyes Lot in Concord Center. Exact parking lot details are included in the pre-ride email.

Route

The route will be shared with all who RSVP by 7pm the night before the ride via email.

All riders should load the ride on a GPS computer so everyone knows where we’re going and it makes splitting into groups easier.

Estimated Ride Time

Allow for ~8 hours out from beginning to end for the “endurance” group and less for the faster riders. The Hilltop Cafe stop usually takes 30-45 minutes (it’s worth it)!

Route Notes and Food Stops

Details will be shared with riders, there are plenty of places to get food/water during the ride. Bring 2 large water bottles and extra calories.

Last-Minute Information

We will email all participants who RSVP with any critical late-breaking news if there is any.

Contact Information

Email - connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com with questions about this ride anytime 1 hour or more prior to the start of the ride.

CALL US if you need us to know anything just before the ride start or during the ride at 413-461-7433.

Don’t txt if you need an immediate response, all txt msgs go to our email that we aren’t checking if we’re in front of people at the ride or on our bikes.

Riding Rules

All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. RSVP’ing to this ride indicates you have read and accept all of the rules. These make the ride safer and more fun for all.

Waiver

We require a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

If this is your second or more ride with us, our insurance requires that you become a member of NEER.

Proper bike & Equipment

• Bring your road bike OR gravel bike with whatever size tires you enjoy riding that will allow you to keep pace with one of the groups that you would like to ride with.

• If the roads are wet/messy, please mount a rear full-coverage fender. If you don’t have one, expect to ride at the back!

• Clipless pedals and shoes.  These are important elements of bike control. Since we are riding near to each other on the road, platform pedals don’t offer necessary bike control for this kind of riding.

• A bike that’s in safe working order that is properly lubed and tuned. We’ll ask you to call for a ride or take an Uber home if you have a mechanical situation that will hinder the forward progress of the group by more than a few minutes.

• Be sure you have supplies necessary for all common mechanicals including extra derailleur hangers, a multi-tool, quick chain links, tubes, CO2 or hand pump, etc. You are responsible for you and your bike. Roads at this time of a year are a mess and flats are more common.

RSVP to Participate in this Ride Now!

Please RSVP only after you’ve made sure you can attend. It is inconsiderate to RSVP prior to committing to attending since it affects the experience of the other cyclists in attendance. We understand that things come up last-minute. Be sure to email us if you can’t attend: connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Horizon Chasers Road Ride - 100 km Hilly and Fun

• Location: Start and end in Concord Center, MA

• Ride Type:  Road ride, all pavement, hilly

• Date & Time:  Sunday, December 21, 9am start

• Distance:  64 miles

• Price:  Free; see NEER membership requirements discussed below after the first ride you do with us

• RSVPs: Required, see bottom of page for RSVP form

Details

Let’s celebrate the holidays and a mild day on our road bikes! Please be ready to ride by 8:55am. We’re not riding trails due to rain on Friday that may make the trails rut-able all weekend. Let’s enjoy some pavement time and we’re starting away from the city/as much traffic as possible to be on quieter roads and non-frantic drivers as much as possible!

We will have a safety talk then split people by pace endurance - 16mph average and moderate plus 17-18mph average and then roll out!

We have a designated Super Domestique leading the endurance group. This route is hillier than usual so the pace will be dialed back for the last group to roll out appropriately. If you have questions about the pace, please email us in advance.

We’ll split the group so faster riders can ride faster together.

Distance

The ride is 64 miles in length. The ride starts in Concord, heads to Harvard, then takes in some lovely roads around Fruitlands and Harvard before heading back to Concord.

Parking

Address for your GPS to get to the parking lot:

Public Lot off of Keyes Rd., Concord Center, MA

Link to the lot: https://goo.gl/maps/cAnMuUCquXLTVbzSA

Route

The route is here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42236314/

All riders should load the ride on a GPS computer so everyone knows where we’re going and it makes splitting into groups easier.

Estimated Ride Time

~4-5 hours depending on your pace and the time the group takes at the food/bathroom stops.

Route Notes

There is one general area to stop for food on the route: Hudson, MA. There are a lot of nice places for food here.

This route has a lot of nice roads on it, but be head’s up in case there is ice on the road or other unforseeables in the pavement.

After the Ride

Anyone who wants to enjoy food/drink/social time in Concord Center is encouraged to do so! It’s the holidays, some people probably have to leave quickly, others will enjoy hanging out together. There are many local businesses to visit.

Last-Minute Information

We will email all participants with any critical late-breaking news if there is any.

Contact Information

Email - connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com with questions about this ride anytime 1 hour or more prior to the start of the ride.

CALL US if you need us to know anything just before the ride start or during the ride at 413-461-7433.

Don’t txt if you need an immediate response, all txt msgs go to our email that we aren’t checking if we’re in front of people at the ride or on our bikes.

Riding Rules

All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. RSVP’ing to this ride indicates you have read and accept all of the rules. These make the ride safer and more fun for all.

Waiver

We require a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

If this is your second or more ride with us, our insurance requires that you become a member of NEER.

Proper bike & Equipment

• Bring your road bike with whatever size tires you enjoy riding that will allow you to keep pace with the group. A gravel bike is acceptable.

• If the roads wet/messy, please mount a rear full-coverage fender. If you don’t have one, expect to ride at the back!

• Clipless pedals and shoes.  These are important elements of bike control. Since we are riding near to each other on the road, platform pedals don’t offer necessary bike control for this kind of riding.

• A bike that’s in safe working order that is properly lubed and tuned. We’ll ask you to call for a ride or take an Uber home if you have a mechanical situation that will hinder the forward progress of the group by more than a few minutes.

• Be sure you have supplies necessary for all common mechanicals including extra derailleur hangers, a multi-tool, quick chain links, tubes, CO2 or hand pump, etc. You are responsible for you and your bike.

RSVP to Participate in this Ride Now!

Please RSVP only after you’ve made sure you can attend. It is inconsiderate to RSVP prior to committing to attending since it affects the experience of the other cyclists in attendance. We understand that things come up last-minute. Be sure to email us if you can’t attend: connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Horizon Chasers Road Ride - 55 miles, Saturday, June 7

• Location: Start and end at Revolution Hall near Bedford, MA

• Ride Type:  Road ride, all pavement

• Date & Time:  Saturday, June 7, 8am Start

• Distance:  ~>55 miles

• Price:  Free; see NEER membership requirements discussed below after the first ride you do with us

• RSVPs: Required, see bottom of page for RSVP form

Details

This is a fun ride up to Harvard and includes views of the Fruitlands. Please be ready to ride by 7:55am. We have a safety talk then split people by pace and then roll out!

We have a designated Super Domestique leading the last group to depart which will be rolling at a ~16 mph steady pace. Slower up hills, faster on flats and downhills. If you have questions about the pace, please email us in advance.

We’ll split the group so faster riders can ride faster together.

Distance

The ride is 55 miles in length. Yes, this just got longer by 5 miles - there was something a bit wacky in the routing.

Parking

Address for your GPS to get to the parking lot:

10 Maguire Rd, Lexington, MA 02421

Look for the lot south of 10 Maguire, so once you pull in, turn left. The lot is next to Maguire Rd, as far south as you can get in that business complex lot. The red van should be obvious once you get into the lot and look south. Across the street from Revolution Hall. Do NOT park in the Revolution Hall parking lot.

Route

The route is here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51119254

All riders should load the ride on a GPS computer so everyone knows where we’re going and it makes splitting into groups easier.

Estimated Ride Time

~4-5 hours depending on your pace and the time the group takes at the food/bathroom stops.

Route Notes

There is one place to stop for food/water on the route in Harvard (Harvard General Store) at mile 25. There are more places where a stop could happen.

There is a cut through Assabet for making it a little more interesting on the way out, it’ll be broken pavement, possibly some dirt. Nothing technical.

After the Ride

Anyone who wants to enjoy food/drink/social time at Revolution Hall after the ride is encouraged to do so!

Last-Minute Information

We will email all participants with any critical late-breaking news.

Contact Information

Email - connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com with questions about this ride anytime 1 hour or more prior to the start of the ride.

CALL US if you need us to know anything just before the ride start or during the ride at 413-461-7433.

Don’t txt if you need an immediate response, all txt msgs go to our email that we aren’t checking if we’re in front of people at the ride or on our bikes.

Riding Rules

All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. RSVP’ing to this ride indicates you have read and accept all of the rules. These make the ride safer and more fun for all.

Waiver

We require a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

If this is your second or more ride with us, our insurance requires that you become a member of NEER.

Proper bike & Equipment

• Bring your road bike with whatever size tires you enjoy riding that will allow you to keep pace with the group. A gravel bike is acceptable.

• If the roads wet/messy, please mount a rear full-coverage fender. If you don’t have one, expect to ride at the back!

• Clipless pedals and shoes.  These are important elements of bike control. Since we are riding near to each other on the road, platform pedals don’t offer necessary bike control for this kind of riding.

• A bike that’s in safe working order that is properly lubed and tuned. We’ll ask you to call for a ride or take an Uber home if you have a mechanical situation that will hinder the forward progress of the group by more than a few minutes.

• Be sure you have supplies necessary for all common mechanicals including extra derailleur hangers, a multi-tool, quick chain links, tubes, CO2 or hand pump, etc. You are responsible for you and your bike.

RSVP to Participate in this Ride Now!

Please RSVP only after you’ve made sure you can attend. It is inconsiderate to RSVP prior to committing to attending since it affects the experience of the other cyclists in attendance. We understand that things come up last-minute. Be sure to email us if you can’t attend: connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Secret South Shore - Plymouth Road Ride

• Location: Start and end in the South Shore, MA

• Ride Type:  Road ride, all pavement, flat-ish

• Date & Time:  Sunday, March 23, 9am start

• Distance:  87 miles

• Price:  Free; see NEER membership requirements discussed below after the first ride you do with us

• RSVPs: Required, see bottom of page for RSVP form

Details

This is a beautiful day on the bike in some lovely areas starting in Plymouth, MA and takes riders south visiting towns of Carver, Rochester, Mattapoisett, Marion, Wareham throughout the day!

Special thanks to NEER member, Peter B, who has prepared this route!

We have a designated Super Domestique leading one group to depart which will be rolling at a ~15-16 mph average conversational, endurance pace. This route is flatter than usual so it is ideal for early season fitness building. If you have questions about the pace, please email us in advance.

We’ll split the group so faster riders can ride faster together and not-so-fast can be together too. If you want to take it a little easier, that’s fine, come prepared with the route and the understanding that you might be riding solo. If you tell us you want to go less fast, we’re likely to find others who are interested in the same pace so you’ll be in a group!

Distance

The ride is 87 miles in length.

Parking

Address for your GPS to get to parking: 127 Camelot Drive, Plymouth, MA

Riders should park along the dirt road that circles behind the Indie Ferm parking lot.  See yellow line on the map.  Park on the section of yellow closest to Indie Firm.

Route

The route will be shared with all who RSVP.

All riders should load the ride on a GPS computer so everyone knows where we’re going and it makes splitting into groups easier.

Estimated Ride Time

~6-7 hours depending on your pace and the time the group takes at the food/bathroom stops.

Route Notes and Food Stops

These will be shared with all who RSVP, we’ll tell you where to expect food stops along the route.

After the Ride

Feel free to enjoy social time and drinks with us and other riders at Indie Ferm (where we are parking so it’s right there)!

Last-Minute Information

We will email all participants with any critical late-breaking news if there is any.

Contact Information

Email - connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com with questions about this ride anytime 1 hour or more prior to the start of the ride.

CALL US if you need us to know anything just before the ride start or during the ride at 413-461-7433.

Don’t txt if you need an immediate response, all txt msgs go to our email that we aren’t checking if we’re in front of people at the ride or on our bikes.

Riding Rules

All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. RSVP’ing to this ride indicates you have read and accept all of the rules. These make the ride safer and more fun for all.

Waiver

We require a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

If this is your second or more ride with us, our insurance requires that you become a member of NEER.

Proper bike & Equipment

• Bring your road bike with whatever size tires you enjoy riding that will allow you to keep pace with the group. A gravel bike is acceptable if you can keep pace.

• If the roads wet/messy, please mount a rear full-coverage fender. If you don’t have one, expect to ride at the back!

• Clipless pedals and shoes.  These are important elements of bike control. Since we are riding near to each other on the road, platform pedals don’t offer necessary bike control for this kind of riding.

• A bike that’s in safe working order that is properly lubed and tuned. We’ll ask you to call for a ride or take an Uber home if you have a mechanical situation that will hinder the forward progress of the group by more than a few minutes.

• Be sure you have supplies necessary for all common mechanicals including extra derailleur hangers, a multi-tool, quick chain links, tubes, CO2 or hand pump, etc. You are responsible for you and your bike.

RSVP to Participate in this Ride Now!

Please RSVP only after you’ve made sure you can attend. It is inconsiderate to RSVP prior to committing to attending since it affects the experience of the other cyclists in attendance. We understand that things come up last-minute. Be sure to email us if you can’t attend: connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.

Sunday Adventure Road Ride

• Location: Start and end at Elm Bank, Natick

• Ride Type:  Road ride with 75% pavement/ 25% dirt trails & roads appropriate for ROAD bikes

• Date & Time:  Sunday, August 25, 8am start

• Distance:  ~71 miles

• Price:  Free; see NEER membership requirements discussed below after the first ride you do with us

• RSVPs: Required, see bottom of page for RSVP form

Details

Does it feel like gravel riders get all of the adventures? Think again! This is an adventure ride for your ROAD bike!! The route has some dirt on it (~25%), but it’s terrain appropriate for 25mm tires or bigger, gravel bikes are not necessary.

This is a fun road ride with adventure built in for your ROAD bike (gravel bikes are welcome, but absolutely not required). 25mm tires or bigger will work great on this terrain.

The ride starts at Elm Bank in Natick, MA and heads south west to Blackstone, a lovely area for a great ride!

We have a designated Super Domestique leading the last group to depart which will be rolling at a ~15-16 mph average endurance pace. Other pace groups will be 17-18mph and 18+ mph is possible if we have riders sign up for this pace.

Distance

~71 miles

Parking

There is all-day parking at Elm Bank. Details will be sent to all who RSVP by 7pm the evening before the ride.

Route

The route will be emailed before 7pm the evening before the ride to all participants.

All riders should load the ride on a GPS computer so everyone knows where we’re going and it makes splitting into groups easier.

Start Time & Estimated Ride Time

We’ll be at the start by 7:30am. Please arrive with enough time to get ready that allows you to roll out on time with the group at 8am promptly.

Allow 6 hours for the ride which equates to 4.5 hours of riding and 1.5 hours of stopped time.

Route Notes & Food/Water Stops

Bring extra calories and 3 water bottles if you can fit this much water, depending on the temperature of the day and your hydration needs. There are food/water opportunities here:

• Mile 24.9 - Lots of food options

• Mile 52 - Muffin House Cafe - this is a little off-route, but there doesn’t appear to be many other options on the return route

After the Ride

Enjoy cold root beers at the big, red van! We’ll be sticking around to host demo riders at Elm Bank!

Last-Minute Information

We will email all participants with any critical late-breaking news if there is any. We email ALL RSVPs by 7pm the evening before the ride. If you don’t see an email by 7pm the evening prior to the ride, be sure to email us so we can get you the information.

Contact Information

Email - connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com with questions about this ride anytime 1 hour or more prior to the start of the ride.

CALL US if you need us to know anything just before the ride start or during the ride at 413-461-7433.

Don’t txt if you need an immediate response, all txt msgs go to our email that we aren’t checking if we’re in front of people at the ride or on our bikes.

Riding Rules

All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. RSVP’ing to this ride indicates you have read and accept all of the rules. These make the ride safer and more fun for all.

Waiver

We require a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

If this is your second or more ride with us, our insurance requires that you become a member of NEER.

Proper bike & Equipment

• Bring your road bike with whatever size tires you enjoy riding that will allow you to keep pace with the group. 25mm tires or bigger are appropriate for this route. A gravel bike is acceptable.

• If the roads are wet/messy, please mount a rear full-coverage fender. If you don’t have one, expect to ride at the back!

• Clipless pedals and shoes.  These are important elements of bike control. Since we are riding near to each other on the road, platform pedals don’t offer necessary bike control for this kind of riding.

• A bike that’s in safe working order that is properly lubed and tuned. We’ll ask you to call for a ride or take an Uber home if you have a mechanical situation that will hinder the forward progress of the group by more than a few minutes.

• Be sure you have supplies necessary for all common mechanicals including extra derailleur hangers, a multi-tool, quick chain links, tubes, CO2 or hand pump, etc. You are responsible for you and your bike.

RSVP to Participate in this Ride Now!

Please RSVP only after you’ve made sure you can attend. It is inconsiderate to RSVP prior to committing to attending since it affects the experience of the other cyclists in attendance. We understand that things come up last-minute. Be sure to email us if you can’t attend: connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.