Midwest Riv Rally summary (aka "plans")
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Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
May 29, 2012, 7:51:21 PM5/29/12
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I've posted here on this topic several times before, but thought I'd repeat a last minute summary for those who may be attending. I have NO IDEA, by the way, how many will attend. I'd guess 10-500, give or take.
The Midwest Riv Rally will start at Bay Point Park in Red Wing, MN, on Saturday, June 2, at 8am. Realistically, the ride will leave at 9ish, but arriving at 8 will allow us all to meet, chat, admire bikes, fool around with last minute adjustments, etc. The day's route will be "mixed terrain" with some gravel and potentially some water crossings, but mostly on quiet, lovely, paved county roads for a total of approx 50-60 miles. If you are not familiar with the area, it may surprise you that such a place exists in the Midwest. There will be a fair bit of descending, but we'll finish the day close to the same elevation as we started the day (both along the Mississippi River). That night we'll camp (for free) at Malone Park in Wabasha, MN, unless you've made reservations at the AmericInn hotel there or at some other nearby lodging facility.
Sunday morning, we'll shoot to roll out around 9am again. Terrain will be slightly less mixed, and somewhat more sedate in regard to the rustic nature of the roads. Distance will be around 50 miles, and we'll get back to Red Wing whenever we get there.
There will be no map or cue sheets or sag support, so we'll have to stick together and maybe help each other out sometimes. If you're fast and get to the tops of hills and have to wait for others to catch up, relax and take a few pictures. If you're not fast, don't worry because you won't be judged negatively (at least not by me).
There are numerous cafes and stores along the route, so you won't NEED to pack cooking gear and food for meals, but you may want to, if you find that sort of thing to be fun. I do.
Any other questions? Post here. The weather report looks GREAT, and I'm expecting this to be a truly memorable experience (in a good way).
The Midwest Riv Rally will start at Bay Point Park in Red Wing, MN, on Saturday, June 2, at 8am. Realistically, the ride will leave at 9ish, but arriving at 8 will allow us all to meet, chat, admire bikes, fool around with last minute adjustments, etc. The day's route will be "mixed terrain" with some gravel and potentially some water crossings, but mostly on quiet, lovely, paved county roads for a total of approx 50-60 miles. If you are not familiar with the area, it may surprise you that such a place exists in the Midwest. There will be a fair bit of descending, but we'll finish the day close to the same elevation as we started the day (both along the Mississippi River). That night we'll camp (for free) at Malone Park in Wabasha, MN, unless you've made reservations at the AmericInn hotel there or at some other nearby lodging facility.
Sunday morning, we'll shoot to roll out around 9am again. Terrain will be slightly less mixed, and somewhat more sedate in regard to the rustic nature of the roads. Distance will be around 50 miles, and we'll get back to Red Wing whenever we get there.
There will be no map or cue sheets or sag support, so we'll have to stick together and maybe help each other out sometimes. If you're fast and get to the tops of hills and have to wait for others to catch up, relax and take a few pictures. If you're not fast, don't worry because you won't be judged negatively (at least not by me).
There are numerous cafes and stores along the route, so you won't NEED to pack cooking gear and food for meals, but you may want to, if you find that sort of thing to be fun. I do.
Any other questions? Post here. The weather report looks GREAT, and I'm expecting this to be a truly memorable experience (in a good way).
Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
May 29, 2012, 8:18:56 PM5/29/12
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I should add that I am riding Minneapolis to Red Wing on Friday and back on Monday, if anyone wants to join. If you are driving to Red Wing, you'll have to find a place to leave your car, as I'm not sure you'll be permitted to park at the park overnight. I considered asking for special permission from the police to leave cars there overnight, but I think it better to ask drivers to find on-street parking somewhat in a residential area somewhat near the park. It shouldn't be difficult.
Montclair BobbyB
May 29, 2012, 11:49:29 PM5/29/12
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Jim:
Good luck and have a great ride!!! I hope you have a huge turnout.
Please post photos.
Bobby
On May 29, 8:18 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery <thill....@gmail.com>
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Good luck and have a great ride!!! I hope you have a huge turnout.
Please post photos.
Bobby
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