Our dear friend Tom Schaefer was famous for doing at least one century ride every month. Year round. This ride will be the third annual group century ride to honor Tom. In 2025 we return to the Tour de Manure route, this time including the Ben Howard road that was closed by construction in 2023.
RAIN DATE: Saturday, June 14th is our backup ride date. If the weather forecast for June 14 is substantially better than the 15th then we will switch to the earlier day. When a decision is made it will be announced here and all registrants will be notified.
We will start together at 7:30am sharp. A 104-mile century ride makes for a very long day. It is highly likely that the ride will split into two or more groups and singles as we proceed. Be prepared to navigate and ride on your own. Be prepared to fix flat tires on your own.
Riding a century burns a lot of calories, so bring plenty of snacks and water. That said, we have some good options to refuel along the way:
The Ultimate Cookie: Snohomish, coming at about 40 miles, has many good options for coffee and food. Tom, a cookie connoisseur, loved to stop at the Snohomish Pie Company for the Ultimate Cookie. They also have tasty soups, sandwiches, and of course, pies. The Snohomish Bakery and several other options are within a couple of blocks.
Lunch/Afternoon Food Stop:
- In Monroe (~48 mi), there is an optional food stop at either Starbucks or Route 2 Taproom. The Taproom has a large fenced patio perfect for bikes.
- In Sultan (~56 mi), the Sultan Bakery is a popular stop for sandwiches with nice outdoor seating.
Ice Cream: The Snoqualmie Ice Cream Scoop Shop in Maltby (~78 mi) is a highly recommended stop on a warm afternoon. There is also a Snoqualmie scoop shop in Snohomish, on the same block as the Snohomish Pie Company.
Magnuson Park (Magnuson Cafe and Brewery): Let’s share a meal and celebrate our efforts after the ride. The century riders will complete the ride at approximately 5:30pm (plus or minus 30 minutes). Those who choose a shorter route or opt not to ride at all, please stop by and have a meal with us at the Magnuson Café & Brewery.
Metric Century Option: It is possible to ride a metric century (actually about 67 miles, and 2600’) route that starts at Magnuson Park and goes through Snohomish and Monroe but shortcuts the roads out to Everett and Sultan. If you choose the shorter option, you will be on your own unless someone volunteers to lead the shorter route. The route for the metric century:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50606068?privacy_code=F5kqpvwRzAZnrOETg39ksKRh638vfjuB
These are the final, or near final, routes. You may want to check back shortly before the ride day to download the final route(s) in case of minor changes.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
All riders must register. Helmets are required. No earphones or headphones.
Rides are open to members and non-members. After the first ride, due to our insurance, non-members must become members for additional rides.
Riders are expected to be self-supporting with spare tubes, pump, water, snacks, and capable of fixing their own flats. Use of flashers, visual enhancers and rearview mirrors is encouraged. Weather conditions can and will change, be prepared. In addition, please also bring safe riding skills and good road manners.
Cancellation for rain, smoke, etc. to be sent no later than 6:30 AM day of ride.