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SHARBOT LAKE Slow as Molasses - Trail Ride

Date and Time

Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM

Location


CAN

Ride Leader(s)

Jack Wilson

Category

Slow As Molasses

Registration Info

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About this event

This week we will ride from the Cole Lake K&P parking lot to Sharbot Lake a distance of 50 km return. There we will enjoy lunch followed by a potential swim at Sharbot Lake Beach. The ride can be expected to last around 4 hours. Those seeking a greater challenge could depart from Verona (72 km) or from Harrowsmith, a Metric Century, meeting us at 1000hrs. Cole Lake Parking Lot is located on the left 13.5 km N of the Verona K&P Parking Lot or 44 582N 76 654W. Participants should allocate 45 min from Kingston to reach Cole Lake. Although a greater distance than normal this ride remains a Slow as Molasses ride with its slower D pace. Hope to see you out for the day with us! 


       A leisurely weekly ride of 20 to 30km (group consensus) with a coffee/ice cream break in the middle. This ride is ideal for those new to cycling or those getting back in the saddle after a few years away. All rides will be on either on the K&P or Cataraqui Trail. We will never ride on the road. Pace will be 10 to 15 km/hour and each week we will depart from a different trail parking lot. Junior participants are warmly welcomed and encouraged to ride along. See you then!


Start Location 
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The Routes
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Car Pooling Please consider!

Post Ride Refreshments [insert short description, if applicable]

Safety/Ride Preparation
  • Safety Matters Please familiarize yourself with everything under the "Safety Matters" tab 
  • Lights Always use front and rear lights with daytime flashing modes
  • Group Riding Communicate your movements (including speed changes) and any obstacles
  • No Wheel Overlapping Just don't do it!
  • Passing Always on the left, and call it out (typically, “on your left”)  
  • Traffic Laws Obey them!
  • Things to Bring
    • cell phone (if available), with the app "what3words" installed
    • copy of the ride route (downloaded to a mobile device or printed)
    • spare tube, pump and tool kit
    • sufficient hydration and nutrition
    • health card and document showing address and emergency contact information