Ride Pleasant Streets
6:00PM, Sunday March 20th - Add to Calendar
Community Happens Here, 6238 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45213, USA
Come join us on Sunday, Mar. 20 @ 2:00 PM to explore bike connections from Pleasant Ridge to Madisonville, the Murray Path, and the beautiful Wasson Way!
This route includes a fun mix of trails, low-stress streets, one long descent, and one long, satisfying, and manageable climb.
We will also pedal through—or close to—areas with numerous dining and retail establishments. All good options to add to your list of future bike-commuting destinations. 😊
Thanks to the support of Queen City Bike, you can navigate this route for free on the Ride with GPS app at any time!
Route preview: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38712496
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Distance: 14.5 miles
Difficulty:
- Beginner-friendly
- All riders should be comfortable with basic bike-handling and traffic skills
- Route is not suitable for young children, but may be a good match for proficient teenagers (per discretion of parents)
- We will regroup as needed throughout the ride
Terrain:
- Predominantly flat to rolling
- Climbs: The one notable ascent is the pedal up Lester Road on our way back to Pleasant Ridge. The steepest part of Lester is about a 4.5% grade.
- Descents: On our way out, we will have a long, relatively gentle descent down Stewart Road. This is a manageable grade (4-5%) and a fun downhill for building your confidence!
Traffic stress:
- >90% of the ride will be on low-traffic streets and shared-use trails
- The busiest area will be riding through the center of Pleasant Ridge (on Montgomery). Although some traffic stress will be present in this section, the multiple traffic lights, the lower traffic volume on Sunday afternoons, and our presence as a group will all help to keep it at a reasonable level.
- The lower section of Stewart Road (south of the Mini dealership) has a one long curve where drivers sometimes get impatient. Good alertness and group communication will counteract this.
- We will be there to share traffic tips and help you feel comfortable
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Safety Notes:
- Helmets required
- Bike must be in good working condition.
- If you have not been vaccinated for COVID-19, please plan to wear a mask during the ride
Weather Notes:
- In the event of adverse weather, I will post an update on the day of the ride—at or before noon
- Updates will be shared on the Facebook event page, and also via the Google Group
- No message means the ride is still on!
This route includes a fun mix of trails, low-stress streets, one long descent, and one long, satisfying, and manageable climb.
We will also pedal through—or close to—areas with numerous dining and retail establishments. All good options to add to your list of future bike-commuting destinations. 😊
Thanks to the support of Queen City Bike, you can navigate this route for free on the Ride with GPS app at any time!
Route preview: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38712496
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Distance: 14.5 miles
Difficulty:
- Beginner-friendly
- All riders should be comfortable with basic bike-handling and traffic skills
- Route is not suitable for young children, but may be a good match for proficient teenagers (per discretion of parents)
- We will regroup as needed throughout the ride
Terrain:
- Predominantly flat to rolling
- Climbs: The one notable ascent is the pedal up Lester Road on our way back to Pleasant Ridge. The steepest part of Lester is about a 4.5% grade.
- Descents: On our way out, we will have a long, relatively gentle descent down Stewart Road. This is a manageable grade (4-5%) and a fun downhill for building your confidence!
Traffic stress:
- >90% of the ride will be on low-traffic streets and shared-use trails
- The busiest area will be riding through the center of Pleasant Ridge (on Montgomery). Although some traffic stress will be present in this section, the multiple traffic lights, the lower traffic volume on Sunday afternoons, and our presence as a group will all help to keep it at a reasonable level.
- The lower section of Stewart Road (south of the Mini dealership) has a one long curve where drivers sometimes get impatient. Good alertness and group communication will counteract this.
- We will be there to share traffic tips and help you feel comfortable
-----
Safety Notes:
- Helmets required
- Bike must be in good working condition.
- If you have not been vaccinated for COVID-19, please plan to wear a mask during the ride
Weather Notes:
- In the event of adverse weather, I will post an update on the day of the ride—at or before noon
- Updates will be shared on the Facebook event page, and also via the Google Group
- No message means the ride is still on!
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