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Point du Nord

Sunday ~ April 13th
9:00 am
Stevens Point Public Library Parking Lot
(68/110 miles/kilometers)
HBNSC Spring Classic Training Ride
(Level 3 Ride)

Spring classic training rides: level 3 rides with distances ranging between 76/48 and 120/75 kilometers/miles. These are local LSD (Long Steady Distance) training rides loosely patterned after the European spring classics. CAUTION: This ride emulates the cobbled classic Paris-Roubaix--the "Hell of the North"--so over half of this ride is on sand/gravel roads. Ride group is strongly encouraged to stay together, however smaller groups may tend to form up during ride. Each small group should be responsible for staying together. Level 3 pace can be characterize as moderate (16-19 mph) to hard (20-24 mph). All riders should be self-sustained, being prepared with food and water, and able to deal with any mechanical difficulties, if necessary. Route map and cue sheet can be picked up at local bike shops.

Contact ride hosts Mike McGibbon at 592-3677 or Scott Cole at 342-9185 with any questions.

• The course will not be marked on the road.
• You will be responsible for getting yourselves back to the start point. You will need to rely on the map if you fall back from, or get out in front of, your group.
• Even though we will be riding on country roads, remaining single file or at most two abreast and on the right side of the road shows respect for motorists, represents our club well and is highly recommended.
• And as always, certified helmets are required on all rides.
to ride without a helmet.