Prepare with a training series specifically designed for RAMROD.
This series was created to assist riders in their preparation for RAMROD. The self paced rides will be held every Saturday starting on 3/26/11 to 7/23/11 (except for May 28th & July 4th weekends). The routes will increase in distance and elevation every two weeks. Starting locations will rotate every week or every two weeks with a new route used each week.
All riders are welcome, but note, this ride does not regroup nor does it have a sweep. The routes are designed for the experienced rider who is comfortable following cue sheets and riding independently. We stress safe and cooperative riding.
Weather - Rain Cancels: The decision to ride or cancel will be made from the starting location. Ride leaders will always be at the start of the ride. If the ride is officially canceled, cue sheets will still be available for those hearty souls that wish to train in any condition. Also, routes may be altered or shortened due to weather conditions.
New this year - The routes will be available on Bikely.com. Search for "RTS" to find routes. Note: Each route will be posted at least one week before each ride.
Ride leaders for this series are: Per Sunde, Shana Sunde, Grant McAlister, Francis Gan and Ken Kato.
Ride #1 - 50-55 Miles, (1,600 - 1,800 feet elevation gain)
March 26th, 9:30am
Issaquah Valley Elementary, (555 NW Holly St, Issaquah)
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: From I-90 take exit #17, (Southbound) for 0.1 miles, turn right on NW Gilman Blvd for 0.2 miles, turn Left on NW Juniper St for 0.2 miles, turn left on 5th Ave NW , school is straight ahead. Note: Additional parking is available at the Issaquah School District Administrative Center next door.
Ride #2 - 50-55 Miles, (2,000 - 2,200 feet elevation gain)
April 2nd, 9:30am
Ron Regis Park, (15250 149th Ave SE, Renton)
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: From I-405 take exit #4, go east on Maple Valley Hwy past the Maplewood Golf Course, park is on the left.
Ride #3 - 50-55 Miles, (2,000 - 2,200 feet elevation gain)
April 9th, 9:30am
Wilburton Hill Park, (Main St & 124 Ave NE, Bellevue)
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: From I-405 take NE 8th St exit (Eastbound) for 0.6 miles, turn right on 124th Ave NE for 0.5 miles, park is on the left.
Ride #4 - 55-60 Miles, (2,600 - 2,800 feet elevation gain)
April 16th, 9:00am
Marymoor Park, East Parking Lot
Rain Cancels
The East Parking Lot (free parking) is located next to the Ticket Booth on the eastside of Marymoor Park.
Ride #5 - 55-60 Miles, (2,600 - 2,800 feet elevation gain)
April 23rd, 9:00am
Marymoor Park, East Parking Lot
Rain Cancels
The East Parking Lot (free parking) is located next to the Ticket Booth on the eastside of Marymoor Park.
Ride #6 - 65-70 Miles, (3,300 - 3,500 feet elevation gain)
April 30th, 9:00am
Challenger Elementary, Issaquah
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: From I-90 take Highlands Dr Exit # 18 (follow signs towards Sammamish) for 3.5 miles, turn right on SE Klahanie Blvd for 1.2 miles, school is on the left.
Ride #7 - 65-70 Miles, (3,300 - 3,500 feet elevation gain)
May 7th, 9:00am
Challenger Elementary, Issaquah
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: From I-90 take Highlands Dr Exit # 18 (follow signs towards Sammamish) for 3.5 miles, turn right on SE Klahanie Blvd for 1.2 miles, school is on the left.
Ride #8 - 75-80 Miles, (4,000 - 4,200 feet elevation gain)
May 14th, 8:30am
Marymoor Park, East Parking Lot
Rain Cancels
The East Parking Lot (free parking) is located next to the Ticket Booth on the eastside of Marymoor Park.
Ride #9 - 75-80 Miles, (4,000 - 4,200 feet elevation gain)
May 21st, 8:30am
Bear Creek Park and Ride, (7760 178th Pl NE, Redmond)
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: Follow I-520 to the end of the freeway in Redmond, turn right on NE Union Hill Rd for 0.2 miles, Bear Creek Park and Ride is on the right.
Note: There are no restroom facilities at the start.
Schedule Note: May 28th - No ride this weekend
Ride #10 - 85-90 Miles, (4,600 - 4,800 feet elevation gain)
June 4th, 8:30am
Ron Regis Park, (15250 149th Ave SE, Renton)
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: From I-405 take exit #4, go east on Maple Valley Hwy past the Maplewood Golf Course, park is on the left.
Ride #11 - 85-90 Miles, (4,600 - 4,800 feet elevation gain)
June 11th, 8:30am
Ron Regis Park, (15250 149th Ave SE, Renton)
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: From I-405 take exit #4, go east on Maple Valley Hwy past the Maplewood Golf Course, park is on the left.
Ride #12 - 100-110 Miles, (5,200 - 6,000 feet elevation gain)
June 18th, 7:30am
Marymoor Park, East Parking Lot
Rain Cancels
The East Parking Lot (free parking) is located next to the Ticket Booth on the eastside of Marymoor Park.
Ride #13 - 100-110 Miles, (5,200 - 6,000 feet elevation gain)
June 25th, 7:30am
Marymoor Park, East Parking Lot
Rain Cancels
The East Parking Lot (free parking) is located next to the Ticket Booth on the eastside of Marymoor Park.
Schedule Note: July 4th - No ride this weekend
Ride #14 - 100-110 Miles, (5,200 - 6,000 feet elevation gain)
July 9th, 7:30am
Challenger Elementary, Issaquah
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: From I-90 take Highlands Dr Exit # 18 (follow signs towards Sammamish) for 3.5 miles, turn right on SE Klahanie Blvd for 1.2 miles, school is on the left.
Ride #15 - 100-110 Miles, (5,200 - 6,000 feet elevation gain)
July 16th, 7:30am
Challenger Elementary, Issaquah
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: From I-90 take Highlands Dr Exit # 18 (follow signs towards Sammamish) for 3.5 miles, turn right on SE Klahanie Blvd for 1.2 miles, school is on the left.
Ride #16 - 50-55 Miles, (1,400 - 1,600 feet elevation gain)
July 23th, 9:00am
Ron Regis Park, (15250 149th Ave SE, Renton)
Rain Cancels
Directions to start: From I-405 take exit #4, go east on Maple Valley Hwy past the Maplewood Golf Course, park is on the left.
Contact: Per and Shana Sunde (425) 392-1347