This is the final ride in the Beginner Century Training Series.  You must be registeres for the series to particiapte.

UPDATE: It looks like we will have favorable weather for the Century, and the air quality is improving!  SO, the Century is a go for now, but please check the SBRA Calendar for any changes!

Any questions, or if you want to let us know you'll be riding; please leave a comment to this post!

The slogan for the day: To finish first, first you must finish!

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Why settle for nothing less than the full century,  the 100 miles, the big ride (Sorry Kevin), the long run! https://youtu.be/884VNMgJxpA 

 It's Orient Point or bust!

We'll keep an endurance pace throughout this paceline ride. We'll ride out East through Riverhead, Mattituck, Cutchogue - all along Peconic Bay. Then it's along the Sound eventually reaching Orient Beach State Park. On the return we will ride through Greenport, then to Cutchogue, Mattituck and Riverhead and back through Manorville to the finish.

There will be a couple of stops on the way out to Orient Point and on the return, so we can keep everyone together and avoid the dreaded Bonk, or even worse leg cramps!  (Remember to hydrate and fuel-up at every stop, so you'll have the energy to finish the ride and not bonk!). We will have a S.A.G. vehicle with us, just in case!

The pace will be a high B/B+ outbound with a tailwind and probably slower on the return, when tired legs meet the headwinds of the North Fork.

We hope to see you on the ride!

Let's Go!

Now, if we could only find some Thunderbird for the post ride celebration!

Needed shorter drive than club ride on North fork

Ride the rolling hills to Stony Brook. Estimated elevation 2500' plus or minus depending on how ride is going.

Please arrive by 7:15

Deli Stop at Fratellis in Stony Brook, other stops as needed

Contact and Emergency Contact info and SBRA#  RSVP by 6 pm day before(Fbikewheels@yahoo.com)

No go in the rain

Orient Point Century ride at a moderate B pace, consistent with the training pace on Joe D's rides for the past month. Thanks to Joe D. for leading all the training rides.

Group will stay together, nobody gets dropped, and we'll have snack breaks on the way out and back, as well as a lunch stop mid-ride. 

Lunch stop will be at the Orient General Store.

No need to RSVP, sign-up the morning of the ride.

Please bring along plenty of snacks and water.

Rain date is Sunday, June 11.

SBRA / RGPS Route Link:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43163809

Note: the above GPS map link is for my B ride only, other rides may be using different GPS routes.

This is a very scenic ride with about 1,900 ft of climbing.  I am planning to make 3 stops along the way (Mattituck, Orient and Cutchogue) for hydration, restrooms and lunch but this may change as "nature" calls.  Avg speed should be on the low to mid point of the 17-18 mph range with max cruising speed of 21, but this is always subject to change based on weather conditions.

Please pack proper hydration (at least 2 water bottles), food to eat along the way (Cliff Bars, trail mix, GU packs, etc), some $$ for lunch and a cell phone.

I will try to keep the group together and my intent is not to drop anyone; however, based on past experience, some riders may not be able to finish the full century for various reasons (muscle cramping, heat exhaustion, mechanical issues, etc.).  In this case, please have a back-up plan to get yourself home (spouse, friend or Uber).

If anyone has questions, please call or txt me (347-922-3824).

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39753042

A steady 100 miles out to Orient Point.  Depending on the group and wind we may possibly tip into the A range.   We will stop briefly at the end of Nassau Point but will stop again to refuel at 7-11 in Greenport.  Please bring at least 2 bottles of hydration and some snacks.  We also could stop at the Deli in Southold if needed on the return.  Leaving at 7:30 am so get there early.  Please download and review the route, hope to see you there.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43166851

Metric Century This is not a race we will enjoy the pace and the scenery. Should average around 17.8- 18.5 max. Depending on group. 

Text me I'll sign you in 

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39310101

SBRA_Metric_Century_6-11-22.gpx

Above is the Ride With GPS Route

For those who aren't doing a Century or Half-Century ride, join me for this morning ride from SAYVILLE to ?? This will be an easy C ride and will average 11.4 - 11.9.

The exact route will be determined at the start. Wherever we go there will be a bathroom stop & a food break. Since nothing is certain until we start, there will not be a cue sheet for this ride.

NOTE: I am limiting the number of riders on my rides, so you must text me with your name, SBRA Member Number, and Emergency Contact Phone Number if you want to ride, I will return the text: YES, you have a spot; NO, ride is filled. CELL #: 631-523-2129.

Park on the SOUTH side of the train station.

For this Flat ride the Average speed is 11.5-12.5mph depending on riders, wind, tide, position of moon and leaders disposition with a distance of 18-23 miles. Nobody gets left behind and newbies always welcome and well taken care of. Any cancellation will be before 8:30am. No need to text me.

Park in south side lot across from RR station.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the ride start, to allow enough time for me to get everyone signed in and to "get yourself" ready.

Let's take a relaxing ride to somewhere. Speed will be around 13-14mph. Any questions call 631 478-9072.