The NP
Classic & PoP Training Series:
This is part of our training series for the
Native Planet Classic and
Passes of the Pyrenees.
The June 23rd Native Planet Classic super-century may very well be Washington’s most challenging, supported road cycling event. (The alternative shorter metric century is
less challenging but a great training for RAMROD and STP).
About this Ride: It is a very scenic route mostly on low traffic
rural roads. A lunch stop is planned in Carnation (57 to 95 mile routes).
Ride Start: Issaquah
Tibbetts Valley Park
Meet at: 8:30 a.m. Start at: 9:00 a.m. (Please be ready before 9:00AM)
Difficulty: The longest guided route is 99 miles with
about
5000ft of climbing (with 76, 61 and 45 mile options).
Although it is a long ride early in the season, there are many possibilities to skip hills
and shorten the distance. View the maps showing the 4 optional loops. All routes
but the shorter have a planned lunch stop in Carnation.
Itinerary and Map: The longest loop will go from Issaquah to Fall City,
North Bend, Carnation, and Duval. The 76 and 61 mile routes skip Duval, and the
45 mile route also skips Carnation. View the
maps.
Pace: Brisk:
Cue sheets will be available at the start and stronger riders are welcome to ride upfront. Slower riders who are comfortable reading a cue sheet and solving possible mechanical problems are also welcome to join in.
A
moderate group may ride the shorter 45 mile route. there will be no sweep on
these rides.
Regroup/Experience: There will be short and occasional
regroups on top of major hills. Strenuous riders (22+ mph on the flat) will regroup
less frequently and stop as little as possible. All riders should be able to follow a cue sheet and/or map and to fix possible flats or
problems. We recommend that you carry at least 2 spare tubes, a pump and a basic
tool kit.
Lunch stop: Starbucks in Carnation. Strenuous group will not stop longer
than 30 minutes but other groups may stop longer.
After Ride Feed: Cyclist may choose to meet at the Issaquah Brewhouse to regain some of the lost calories and share
their favorite stories.
Issaquah Brewhouse, 35 W. Sunset Way, Issaquah, WA 98027, Phone: 425-557-1911.
Safety Issues: This ride is recommended for experienced moderate to
strenuous cyclists.
We encourage people to ride at their own pace, we emphasize safety and
strict adherence to traffic rules. Helmets must be worn at all times.
Cancellation: Snow/Ice cancels/group decision in case of heavy
rain (we'll probably at least ride the small loop).
Note:
It is a NP Classic & PoP Training
ride, the climbs are
challenging and we invite cyclists who may not have sufficient base miles
to opt for one of our shorter self-guided routes or to start with a guided group
and return on their own.
Questions:
Contact us.
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