November 2003

November 1 Saturday

CC * 40 * MD * 10:00 AM * Laytons Village SC (LAV)
Rocky Mountain Revisited & Shortened.  Rolling terrain around Damascus and Mt. Airy - Karen Berlage led this A/BB ride recently which includes many "old" roads we haven't seen for a long time.  I'll have to figure out a 40-mile version of this great route as we wind down from a stormy summer.  John Hutchinson [hutchjm@us.ibm.com] 301/926-8767

CC(MH) * 35/41 * MD * 9:30 AM * Libertytown Fire Hall
Three Unions & A Windsor.  Sharing many of the roads and two rest stops done by other classes, we make shorter connections between the stops. The ride leader intends to do the 41mi route; the shorter one is much the same, and equally scenic--and a good one for "C" riders to keep pace with others.  See the "B" ride description for directions and further promotional fluff. Joan Oppel [oppel.js@verizon.net] 703/527-1037.

November 2 Sunday

CC * 15/30 * MD * 1:00 PM * Capital Crescent Trail (CCT) 40% DRY
Sunday Roll on Capital Crescent. If the weather is mild we will make our way to National Airport or cut it short at Georgetown. After the ride we will warm up at a local restaurant. No go in rain or wet roads. Larry Bouterie [yatnola@yahoo.com] Cell 301/346-1243 on day of ride.

November 8 Saturday

ALL * 25 * DC *10AM *Pierce Mill 
Beach to Creek.  (Pierce Mill in Rock Creek Park at the corner of Park Road/Tilden & Rock Creek Parkway; meet at the north parking lot.)  A nice in-town ride with an emphasis on natural scenery.  We’ll ride up Beach Drive, through some nice neighborhoods with some long hills, and down Sligo Creek Parkway. This ride invites ALL pace levels, in the hope that everyone will find someone to ride with.  The ride leader’s pace is C or CC; cue sheets, maps, and a growing cadre of regulars will help those who are faster or slower.  There will be no sweep. We’ll stop at the Takoma Park Co-Op for a quick bite.  Barbara McCann 202/234-2059

CC * 48 * MD * 10 AM * Riley's Lock (RIL)
MarLu Extra-lite. Join first-time leaders Marta and Peter on a familiar scenic fall ride through Sugerloaf Country. No go if roads are wet or icy. Call leaders if weather is doubtful. Marta Gutierrez 301/466-8320; Peter Gruber 301/581-0999

November 9 Sunday

B/CC * 36 * MD * 9:30 AM * Poolesville HS (POO) * 35deg
All of Peach Tree.   Depending on your perspective, leader plans to ride a slow “B” or fast "CC" pace. (about 14 mph)   Enjoy the moderately rolling terrain around Poolesville as we circumnavigate Sugarloaf. One rest stop. No go in rain, snow, high winds or wet roads.  Richard Rose [BikerRich7@aol.com] 301/996-6991.

November 15 Saturday

CC * 45 * MD * 10:00 AM * Monocacy Middle School (MMS) * 40º
Less Than Half a Century. A very scenic ride, relatively flat with only minor hills with a brand new ride leader. No go if rain or snow. Helmets Please! Kim McFann 301/770-2896 [kimmcfann@att.net]

November 16 Sunday

CC * 43 * MD * 10:00 AM * Laytons Village SC (LAV)* 35º
Laytonsville Loops Backwards.  Moderately hilly ride, very scenic.  Call leader if weather is doubtful.  Fawzi Emad [femad@comcast.net] 301/977-3922.

November 22 Saturday

CC * 33 * MD * 10:00 AM * Laytonsville Shopping Center (LAV) * 40º
Laytonsville Loops! Enjoy a 33 mile Laytonsville Loop on familiar roads and rolling terrain. There are no rest stops on this ride so bring plenty of water. I will not ride if it is raining or if it is below 45 degrees. I will show up with cue sheets for those individuals who enjoy riding in chilly weather. Alison Andrews (301) 208-0515.

November 23 Sunday

CC * 41 * MD * 10 AM * Riley's Lock (RIL) * 40º
Seneca to Sugarloaf.  This is the "New and Improved" version of the ride. Fawzi surveyed this ride and made changes so it is now near perfect!  The weather should be great this time of year.  Come join me on my second official ride as leader on a familiar but enjoyable route.  No go if rain or wet roads.  Pat Persson [bizilady2000@yahoo.com] 301-675-9343.

November 27 Thursday (Thanksgiving)

CC * 36 * MD * 9:30 AM * Poolesville HS (POO) * 35 deg at ride start/40%
Thanksgiving Calorie Burner. Joint ride. See B listing for description. Ride is a NO GO if temps are below 35 at ride start, on wet roads, or 40% chance of precipitation, as given by 703/260-0405 2hrs before the start. David Lewis [bikenutva@aol.com] 301/469-7939.

November 28 Friday (Day after Thanksgiving)

CC * 18/30(MH)/41 * MD * 9:30 AM * Cold Spring ES * 35 deg at ride start/40%
Just Say "NO" to Black Friday. Joint ride. See B listing for description. Ride is a NO GO if temps are below 35 at ride start, on wet roads, or 40% chance of precipitation, as given by 703/260-0405 2hrs before the start. Pat Persson [ bizilady2000@yahoo.com ] 301/675-9343.

November 29 Saturday

CC * 40-45 * MD * 10 AM * Sherwood Elementary School (SES)
Our First Ride as Howard County Residents! No idea at press time where we'll go but it will be a somewhat hilly and very scenic ride. After the ride we hope you'll visit our hot tub about 3 miles up the road. On day of ride and during ride you can reach by cell at 202-997-2378. Also please update your phone book with our new number and email. Harold Goldstein and Janet Young [mdbiker@goldray.com] 301/854-0388.

November 30 Sunday