Honey 100 2019

• Location: Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, MA

• Ride Type: Mixed Terrain

• Date & Time: Saturday, 14 September 2019. Start times vary from 12:30 pm to 2:15 pm. If you’re interested in riding at Night, check out the Honey Moon 100!

• Distance: 50 km and 100 km

• Pricing:

  • Registration - Now Live on Bikereg

    • Self-Led and Guided Group - $80

    • Team - $60

Description:  The Honey One Hundred is fun and forests.  This is a ride developed by the bike builder Honey Bikes. The Honey 100 runs through some of the great roads and trails throughout the Sherborn, Massachusetts area.

When:  Saturday, September 14, 2019. Start times vary depending on the category for which you register. We start you off in the afternoon so you can catch a glimpse of the full moon as you finish up your ride or while you’re enjoying the post ride barbecue with those about to depart on the Honey Moon 100. If you want to ride under the full moon check out the Honey Moon 100!

What:  We're riding the great roads and quiet trails throughout the area.

Where:  Starting and ending at Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, Massachusetts.

Registration Includes

• Unique Route:  You'll have access to the GPS files to a route we're confident you've not ridden.  Even if you ride trails a lot, we know you'll see some new sights!  

• Support:  Ride support throughout the day.  If you have a mechanical or an accident, we have a support vehicle on the routes.

• Food:  Both route distances have a food stop along the route and there will be a post ride barbecue at Ride Headquarters.

• Ride Navigators:  If you want to ride with a group, we'll provide that along with a ride leader that will lead you through the route.

• Fun and adventure!  Bring a positive attitude and we promise you'll have a fun day.

​Riding Categories

We offer three categories from which to choose -- something for everyone.  Ride Headquarters' mixed-terrain rides require a GPS unit in order to follow the route.  Cue sheets don't work for offroad riding.

1. Guided Group:  We've got the RHQ leaders ready to take groups of about 10 riders through the endless twists and turns of the Honey 100.  You'll get to roll with and meet, new riders while not worrying about when the next turn is.  New friends, guided trails, and rider support.  What's better than that?

2. Indy:  You ride solo and depart at your convenience.  You're sure to see other Honey Riders out on the trails and you can join them or continue your solo ride.  Your pace, your internal conversation, your freedom.  That's the ride we look forward to.  This category requires that you have a GPS unit; see details below.

3. Team:  A group of 3-8 riders that you put together.  At least two of your team have GPS units; see details below.  You depart at any time between 12:30 and 1:30 pm.  You ride at whatever pace you desire.  You, your friends, whizzing through the trails with unexpected turns; what could be more fun?

Estimated Time for Pace Categories

One situation we find with mixed terrain routes is that the ride takes longer than most riders expect.  It's good to plan for 1,000 turns, mechanicals, a flat or two, time for the food stop, and a moment or two to simply enjoy the trails. Here's the typical time it takes to complete each of the routes:

• 50 km:  3 to 4.5 hours

• 100 km:  6 to 9 hours

Riding Pace Categories

Determining true average pace on mixed-terrain rides is challenging.  Our experience shows that people tend to think they're riding a lot faster than GPS indicates.  There are a number of contributing factors to this speed-dilation:

• Most riders don't track their actual time when riding in the woods so it's challenging to have a true sense of trail speed.  Road speed is always a lot faster, typically about 2-3 times faster than trail riding.

• Even if you tend to average 18 mph on a typical road ride, that pace on a 33-40mm knobby tire is really fast.  Knobbies slow you down.  Depending on tire pressure, the loss of speed is generally somewhere around 2-4 mph of road pace.

• Being fast on the road doesn't mean you're fast in the woods.  And, of course, the opposite is true.  If you're a 23 mph road rider but not particularly skilled off-road, you might average 5 mph in the woods.  That average brings you into the moderate pace group; you may feel that the moderate group pace is slow on the road but it'll be pressuring you on the trails.

• Weather conditions, trail conditions, altitude changes all impact the true pace.

• Ride leaders each have different strengths and weaknesses.  They're also trying to navigate 1,000 turns while keeping track of ten riders; they're doing a difficult job so help them out.

• Group participants all have different strengths; we move at the pace of the slowest rider - we leave no one behind in any group.

To help address all the variances, the Honey 100 Ride offers three paces for the guided group rides - and two categories where you choose whatever pace you prefer.  Make sure you choose the group pace that is truest for you.  If you're in a group that's moving faster than your average, that will be frustrating for everyone.  If you're in a group that's too slow for you, you'll be frustrated.  

If you want to be pushing the pace, or you're the type to get frustrated if the pace is slower or faster than ideal, we suggest putting together a team of 3-8 with friends that you know ride at your pace.  Or, register for the self-led option and ride at your ideal pace throughout the ride.  You'll certainly see plenty of friendly faces out there and a support stop along the route.

Remember that the Honey 100 is a fun ride first; choose the category, pace, and distance that will ensure you have the most fun.

Here is the pacing we plan to provide - weather conditions and ride navigator variances may impact the true pace slightly:

• Fast:  14 mph average.  About 18 mph on the road and about 10 mph in the woods.

• Moderate:  11 mph average.  About 16 mph on the road and about 8 mph in the woods.

• Fun:  8 mph average.  About 14 mph on the road and about 5 mph in the woods.

​The Route

We offer two routes:  100 km and 50 km routes.

We’ve got some great trails and roads in store for you.  Ride Headquarters will email the route on the night before the ride.  Both routes are about 50:50 road and off-pavement in terms of distance, not time.

We're riding through every type of terrain available, in something along the following ratios.  We've included the 'ideal bike' as a way of explaining that no bike is perfect - that's part of the point of an adventure ride.

• Pavement:  ~50%.  Any road bike would be great; 23-25c tires.

• Dirt roads and fire roads:  ~12%.  Tires in the 28-30c range will be appreciated; filetreads or knobbies might be good for some rides.

• Singletrack, well-groomed:  ~33%.  A 40mm knobby or even a full mountain bike tire might be perfect for good singletrack.

• Singletrack, primitive - "goat trails" with roots and rocks in abundance:  ~5%.  Most riders will be wondering why they didn't ride their mountain bike.  Any section that's this challenging is worth it because it means there's something great on the other side of the sector.

• Hike-a-Bike:  One or two moments where you might find walking faster than riding.  It is truly a moment or two during the ride.  For these sectors you'll want to leave your bike at home.

The Ideal Bike

This is always a very personal choice based on your abilities, your bike stable, and the weather.  We mention bike choice in the Route section of these notes above.

• Tires:  Most riders will be happiest on knobby 33mm to 40mm tires.  Probably nothing wider than 45mm otherwise the roads are likely to feel rather slow.

• Gearing:  We strongly recommend a low gear of about 1:1 ratio.  A 34-tooth small front ring mated with a 32-tooth large rear cog will get you up most of the hills.  There is not a lot of climbing on any of the Honey 100 routes, but the climbs can be short and steep at times.  

• Tire Pressure:  Don’t ride tires too soft; you don’t want to get a flat on this ride, and there are paved sections that will go faster with more tire pressure.  For tires between 33-45mm, we tend to ride at 66-75% of the tire's rated maximum pressure.

• Clipless mountain bike pedals:  This ride isn't for everyone; we ride at a fair pace and aren't stopping a lot.  You have to ride clipless mountain pedals and shoes;  the reasons for this are many, including that clipless pedals provide you more control of your bike, help facilitate getting over obstacles such as logs and rocks, and make bike handling more surefooted.

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Honey Allroads

The Honey Allroads bike is the perfect bike for the Honey Moon 100. This bike is designed to ride on all road conditions – paved, broken, carriage trails, and even well worn single track.  We call this the mixed-terrain adventure bike.  Take it anywhere to do anything. Order today to have for the Honey Moon 100!

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Team Rules

• Must have a Group of 3-8 riders.

• Email us your team name and list of team members.

• Each member registers individually; include your team name.

• We will assign you a starting block time; if you have a preferred start time window, email us.

• Your team must have at least two GPS Units like Garmin 800s or higher or a Wahoo Element.  We strongly recommend having more than two GPS units.  We are not printing cue sheets for this mixed-terrain ride.  You've fully charged your Garmin and you've loaded the route.

• GPS unit battery life of 14-hours.  You have to have a battery backup that will get you through 14 hours of ride time.  Yes, we know you'll ride a lot faster than that, but if you have a mechanical, decide to relax at one of the food stops, or anything else happens, time goes by very quickly.

• At least two people on your team ride with a comprehensive repair kit that's suited for all-day solo mixed-terrain riding.

Indy Ride Rules

• GPS Unit like Garmin 800 or higher or a Wahoo Element.  We are not printing cue sheets for this mixed-terrain ride.  You've fully charged your Garmin and you've loaded the route.

• GPS unit battery life of 14-hours.  You have to have a battery backup that will get you through 14 hours of ride time.  Yes, we know you'll ride a lot faster than that, but if you have a mechanical, decide to relax at one of the food stops, or anything else happens, time goes by very quickly.

Honey 100 Rules

• Follow good trail etiquette.

• Follow the rules of the road.

• If a rider asks for help, help.

• You represent all cyclists so be on your best behavior.

• This is not a race; this is an adventure.  If you're not up for having fun with us, stay home.

• Bring a repair kit that includes, at a minimum, everything for fixing a flat and a multitool that can help fix most mechanicals.  Here's our recommendation for a long mixed-terrain ride.

• Bring a helmet, I.D., and clipless mountain bike pedals and shoes.

• Fill out the Ride Headquarters Ride Waiver online.

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

Ride Headquarters Contact Information:  Email RHQ or call:  413-461-RIDE (413-461-7433).

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

Email us if you have any questions.  We hope you'll join us on the Honey 100!

Stay tuned for more details.  In the meantime, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for ongoing updates.  #honey100 #rideheadquarters

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.

The Gravel Ride

• Location: Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, MA

• Ride Type: Gravel and mixed terrain

• Time & Date: Departs at 12:00pm on select Saturdays - next one: June 22

• Distance: ~10-13 miles, equating to approximately 2 hours

• Price: Free

• Sponsored by Honey Bikes! Demo a Honey Allroads on this ride!

Description: The Gravel Ride takes cyclists all over Sherborn and beyond. The ride takes advantage of local trails, dirt roads, grassy areas, and other places off the beaten path.  

The point of this ride is to allow experienced road cyclists an entry into the wonderful world of gravel riding without concern for pace, technical ability, or equipment challenges. This is a “safe” ride to ask questions, learn how to feel confident on dirt and on trails, and meet others who are getting into the awesome world of gravel riding, also!

This ride is led by an experienced gravel cyclist who has been riding gravel and dirt long before “gravel” cycling was a thing. The leader will take it easy, explain how to navigate trails, rocks, roots, and allow everyone to ride at a comfortable pace. The route that the leader chooses will ensure riders return in 2 hours regardless of the pace.

Questions about joining in? Please email us at connect@rideheadquarters.com.

If the ride is canceled or changed in any way, we post by 8am on our Twitter feed.

And read the Rules and be sure to sign the waiver online prior to Sunday!

Ideal Bike for this Ride The perfect bike for this ride is: Honey Allroads Titanium The highest value gravel bike on the market, the Honey Allroads is lightweight, durable, very responsive, and takes care of the comfort of its rider. Available in-stock for demo or immediate purchase. Comes in 12 sizes and offered with a variety of component packages such as Shimano Ultegra, SRAM Rival 1, and SRAM AXS wireless - hydraulic brakes or cable-actuated. Learn why the Honey Allroads is the best bike to join you on your journey into the wonderfully fun world of gravel riding!

Dates: This ride runs when we don’t have an Adventure 500 ride offered or another special event ride.

June 22 - Next date for the ride. RSVPs are required - email connect@rideheadquarters.com

Route:  The leader chooses the route for the weather and will alter the route based on attendance. No need to come with the route as this is a no-drop ride.

Ride Notes: Don’t have a bike appropriate for this ride? Demo one of our bikes! Email us in advance so we can get it set up for you.

Pace: On road sections, expect a 15-16mph pace. On trails, we ride so that we stay together and learn while having a great time riding!

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

Estimated time: 2 hours

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 before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride. 

Proper Bike for this ride:  

• A drop-bar bike with 32-40mm knobby tires. If you want to ride a mountain bike with flat bar, just be prepared for the speed on road sections.

• Clipless pedals and shoes. These are important elements of bike control. If you ride with platform pedals you’re likely to be over your head in some of the more technical parts of the ride.

• A bike that’s in safe working order.

• Higher tire pressure. We recommend about 80% to 90% of maximum rated tire pressure on your tires, for two reasons:

• First, we want to minimize flats on the ride; waiting for someone to change flats is not why we ride.  We typically see zero flats on our rides.  One of the primary reasons for this is due to higher than average tire pressure.

• We do not recommend fenders since sticks and twigs can get caught in them.

When we ride

• When the trails are dry and won’t be impacted by us riding them.

• When we have a ride leader as this ride is ride leader dependent.

• NOT when it’s raining or when there are hurricane-force winds. Otherwise, weather doesn’t stop us.

• Snowing: We ride; it is so much fun to ride during a snow storm.

• Snow on the ground: We ride. It doesn’t matter if there’s 1 inch or four feet, we ride. We recommend studded tires or fat bikes for these kinds of conditions. The only exclusion to snow riding is when there is a state of emergency and we’ve been asked to stay off the road.

• 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.

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 ride!

Saturday Horizon Chasers 2019

• Location: Ride Studio Cafe in Lexington, MA

• Ride Type: Road Ride

• Date & Time: Every Saturday at 8:45 am. Ridden from March 29 through the end of October 2019.

• Distance: 61 Miles; varies with the season and weather

• Price: Free

Description:  The Horizon Chasers is the Studio's longest weekly ride.  The average pace is 17.5 mph depending on the time of year and the weather.  We're riding for endurance, not speed.  It's a steady pace with a food stop about midway on the ride. If enough people show, we can split into two groups with a faster (17-18mph) pace for the first group. 

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

Route: The route takes riders to Ride Headquarters to enjoy hot coffee, fresh water, cold drinks in the fridge, ice cream in the freezer, a few moments of rest before returning to Ride Studio. RideWithGPS link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27470897

There is an ADDITIONAL ride option for all interested: each Saturday, Ride Headquarters is hosting a 36-mile ride starting at 11am. The way timing works out, if you want to ride down with Ride Studio, then join on the Ride Headquarters ride, then return at the end of this ride, you are welcome to do this. That's one great way to get a really long ride in one day and have it all include nice people on fun group rides! 

Ride Notes:  All paved. Food stop is at mile 32, Ride Headquarters. 

Estimated time:  About 3-5 hours depending on the time or year and the weather.

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.

Conservation Connections Night with Sherborn Forest and Trail Association

• Location: Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, MA

• Event Type: Clinic

• Date & Time: Friday, 1 February 2019

• Reason for Clinic: Learn what to do to prepare for a long ride and how to enjoy it all day!

• Price: Free RSVP Required, RSVP Here

Description: You’ve got your bike and you’ve been enjoying club rides and happily spinning out 30 or 40 miles on a Saturday afternoon. But, how far can you really go? You’ve heard about centuries and grave ride events and you’re anxious to participate in at least one this upcoming season. Or maybe you want to participate in a week-long bike vacation to a very cool place. Join the Charles River Wheelers and RHQ for our Looking Forward to an Endurance Ride workshop on Sunday, February 10, 2019 from 3:00 - 5:00pm at Ride Headquarters in Sherborn. Arrive at 2:30pm for refreshments!

Details: What we’ll focus on are the little things to make your ride so much more enjoyable and fun. What do you need to think about on the few days before the ride? Should you do any special maintenance on your bike? How much to eat and drink on the day of the event? What should you wear and carry with you? How do you deal with inclement weather? Are frequent stops the right way to go? Is it ok to stop and take pictures? Is this a race? Should you try to grab on to a paceline?

Registration in advance is required to attend. Find out complete information on the Registration Page. 

We thank Charles River Wheelers for bringing all of the food and beverages for all to enjoy during this afternoon session!

Last Minute Information: We will email all who have enrolled with any last-minute changes. 

Questions?  Email connect@rideheadquarters.com. 

Demystifying Tires: A Hands-On Experience

• Location: Ride Studio Cafe in Lexington, MA

• Event Type: Clinic

• Date & Time: Saturday, 16 March 2019, 5:00pm

• Reason for Clinic: Learn about Tires, Flat Fixing, Air Pressure, Much More

• Price: $20 Registration Required

Fixing a flat on a group ride. Photo by Ted M.

Description: Ride Studio Cafe is proud to invite you to a clinic at 5:00pm on Saturday, 16 March 2019, covering one of our most popular topics - bicycle tires, flats, how to avoid them and how to fix them when they happen!

In this clinic, we will be covering the following tire topics:

• Flat repairs - feel comfortable no matter the situation

• Tire sizes and performance benefits

• Air volume - performance potential and pitfalls

• Tubes vs. tubeless - benefits and drawbacks of both

• Rim and tire interfaces and materials

• Tools you need for roadside repairs on your bike

Due to the nature of the material covered in this clinic, we ask that you bring your personal bicycle for reference. As it is a hands-on clinic, we are limiting the size of the clinic to 10 people, and there is a $20 registration fee.

Registration in advance is required to attend, register below.

Last Minute Information: We will email all who have enrolled with any last-minute changes. 

Questions?  Email service@ridestudiocafe.com. 

Paris-Brest-Paris with Charles River Wheelers

• Location: NEAR Ride Studio Cafe at
  LEXINGTON DEPOT
  13 Depot Square
  Lexington , MA

• Event Type: Presentation

• Date & Time: Wednesday, 27 February 2019, 7pm

• Reason: Come learn about the oldest organized bicycle event!

• Price: Free RSVP Required, RSVP Here

Description: Socializing from 7 PM; Light Refreshments will be served. Presentations followed by Q&A, 7:30-9 PM.

The iconic 750 mile Paris-Brest-Paris (PBP) ride runs from Paris westward to the Atlantic and back. CRW members will illustrate and describe their PBP experiences.

PBP is the world's oldest organized bicycling event, first run in 1891. It is above all a test of endurance, not open to professional racers . Riders are allowed 90 hours to finish and may eat and sleep at control points along the route.

Expect an entertaining evening as our hometown heroes tell their stories. Did you know that CRW member Harriet Fell was among the first group of Americans to complete Paris-Brest-Paris? Melinda Lyon was the first female finisher in a PBP -- twice? Two CRW members completed it on fixed gear and two others on a tandem?

But also, PBP will run again in 2019. Might you be interested in PBP? Here's your chance to find out more.

Ride Studio Cafe has worked with several PBP riders to design their ideal bike for this endurance event. Read more about the designing the perfect Paris-Brest-Paris Bike here.

This event is free and open to all. Registration is required. Please click HERE to RSVP.

Tour of Seven Cycles - October 14, 2019

• Location: Seven Cycles, 125 Walnut Street, Watertown, MA

• Event Type: Tour

• Date & Time: Monday, October 14 at 10:30 am

• Reason for Tour: See how Seven Cycles builds great, custom bikes efficiently, yet perfectly, for each rider

• Price: Free, RSVP Required

Description:  

Seven Cycles is located just down the street from us in Watertown. Seven is a company full of bike building professionals. This is the place where custom bikes come to life and many new innovations in bike building have been developed over the years.

Seven has been making the finest bikes for over 22 years and their experience shines as they work. Many Seven Cycles designers, machinists, and welders have been in the bike building world for over 30 year.

Seven’s factory is manufacturing at its best: handcrafted bikes are very carefully and perfectly built one at a time, yet the short lead times show efficiency, and a well-run business full of highly-skilled people who are passionate about what they do.

Please register no later than 24-hours in advance of the tour. An email will be sent to you with details and directions the day prior to the tour.

Children are welcome to join if they are able to wear safety glasses for the duration.

Everyone will need to wear safety glasses and be wearing close-toed shoes.

We hope you join us!

Last Minute Information: We will email all attendees with last-minute information if anything changes from what we have published here. Please be sure to RSVP below! 

Questions? Please include them in the RSVP form below or email connect@rideheadquarters.com and we'll get back to you. 

 

 

 

Please RSVP Now to attend this very interesting and in-depth tour of Seven Cycles!

Looking Forward to an Endurance or Gravel Ride

• Location: Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, MA

• Event Type: Clinic

• Date & Time: Sunday, 10 February 2019, Refreshments 2:30pm, Event: 3:00-5:00pm

• Reason for Clinic: Learn what to do to prepare for a long ride and how to enjoy it all day!

• Price: Free RSVP Required, RSVP Here

Description: You’ve got your bike and you’ve been enjoying club rides and happily spinning out 30 or 40 miles on a Saturday afternoon. But, how far can you really go? You’ve heard about centuries and grave ride events and you’re anxious to participate in at least one this upcoming season. Or maybe you want to participate in a week-long bike vacation to a very cool place. Join the Charles River Wheelers and RHQ for our Looking Forward to an Endurance Ride workshop on Sunday, February 10, 2019 from 3:00 - 5:00pm at Ride Headquarters in Sherborn. Arrive at 2:30pm for refreshments!

Details: What we’ll focus on are the little things to make your ride so much more enjoyable and fun. What do you need to think about on the few days before the ride? Should you do any special maintenance on your bike? How much to eat and drink on the day of the event? What should you wear and carry with you? How do you deal with inclement weather? Are frequent stops the right way to go? Is it ok to stop and take pictures? Is this a race? Should you try to grab on to a paceline?

Registration in advance is required to attend. Find out complete information on the Registration Page. 

We thank Charles River Wheelers for bringing all of the food and beverages for all to enjoy during this afternoon session!

Last Minute Information: We will email all who have enrolled with any last-minute changes. 

Questions?  Email connect@rideheadquarters.com.