| Ride Leader |
Richard Petters |
| Contact Info |
206-484-0955 rpetters2@gmail.com |
| Distance/Elevation |
25 miles, 1500 ft elevation gain |
| Pace |
moderate |
| Terrain |
90% paved, 10% unpaved/gravel |
| Route link |
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42374414
Alki-Seahurst_Loop_Updated_03-20-23__-copy-.pdf
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| Start Location |
Jack Block Park, West Seattle |
| Check in Time |
10:00 |
| Departure Time |
10:15 |
Ride cancelled. Weather forecast says 100% chance of rain, amounts up to 0.6 inches, winds SSW 13 to 22 mph with gusts to 32. Go egg hunting instead.
A Sunday morning meander on low-traffic urban roads south to Seahurst Park. The route is characterized by long stretches of flat, punctuated with steep climbs and descents. About 10% of this ride is unpaved, including the climb through the woods out of Seahurst Park. A pleasant, very doable uphill grind.
This is a moderate paced ride, 14 to 16 on the flats. Much slower in areas congested with pedestrians. Group will pause or pace will be slowed to allow regroups at the top of long climbs.
There will be a coffee/bakery stop at mile 6.5 at Patrick’s Café in White Center. Snack break and bathrooms at mile 11 in Seahurst Park. Similar options at Lincoln Park, mile 17.
Meet up time is slightly delayed to allow those who might want to take the 0930 water taxi from pier 50 to West Seattle. Jack Block Park is about a 5-minute ride south from the ferry landing. Please let me know if you are going to be taking the water taxi.
Predicted morning temps below 42F, rain or other adverse weather conditions will cancel ride. Cancellation notice will be sent out no later than 7 am the morning of the ride. If no cancellation notice, assume ride is a go.
A few reminders. Please read and follow “COGS’ Safety Brief” and “Riding with COGS During COVID”. All participants on COGS rides must wear a helmet. No earbuds please. Riders are expected to ride in a safe and courteous manner, and are expected to obey the rules of the road. Riders need to be self-supporting, have their own means of route finding (RWGPS, Garmin, cue sheet, etc.), carry spare tubes, patch kit, pump, and suitable clothing to match the conditions expected. This time of year, expect cool and damp conditions.
COGS rides are now open to both members and non-members. Non-members are limited to one “free” ride with the club, after which COGS’ insurance requires they become a member. All persons must register. The number of persons allowed on a ride is left to the discretion of the ride leader.
COVID remains a public health concern and COGS will continue to follow state and county health guidelines. Regardless of vaccine status, all participants should be free of COVID or flu-like symptoms before participating in any rides, tours, and social events.
