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Memorial Weekend & The Roosevelt Home

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Memorial Weekend & The Roosevelt Home

Sunday, May 28, 2017 - 07:15

Okay, so we get up early. But, there's a train ride along the Magnificent Hudson to Poughkeepsie. Then, we hop off the Iron Horse and jump on our Steel, Aluminum, Carbon, or Titanium Steed and ride to Val-kill, Roosevelt Library (Lunch & Tour) and the Vanderbilt Mansion. Then, back to Poughkeepsie to take the return train to NYC.

We start at either Grand Central Terminal 7:43 train. Be there by 7:25 to buy ticket & board train or 125th St./Harlem. 7:54 train. Be there by 7:40 to buy ticket & board train.

Bring a Metro-North pass & money for tickets and lunch.

Mileage:

Ride Type:

Happy Face

Start Location:

Grand Central Terminal

End Point:

Grand Central Terminal

Ride Type Descriptions

Note: Helmets required for all rides and electronic bikes are not allowed on any rides (pedal assist bicycles are permitted). Additionally, the 5BBC does not permit the use of aero-bars on any of its rides. Failure to comply at any time with the above requirements results in immediate disqualification from any 5BBC ride.

Happy Face Rides: Just starting to get into cycling or perhaps you're nervous about riding in the city? These rides are low mileage and go at a leisurely, slow pace under 10 mph. They may or may not have point, drop, sweep but everyone rides together in a group. Great for beginners!

Moderate Rides: Do you like to cycle and still see the sights? These rides range from 12-15 mph with point, drop, sweep. Suitable for intermediate riders as well as advanced riders who want more of a tour.

Advanced Moderate Rides: Like to challenge yourself without getting so out of breath that you can't carry on a conversation with the cyclists near you? These rides are 15-17 mph with point, drop, sweep. Suitable for intermediate and advanced riders looking to see the scenery, but not dawdle.

Quick Spin Light Rides: Feel like you're ready to start really pushing faster? These rides range from 16-19 mph with minimal stops and limited point, drop, sweep. Suitable for intermediate and advanced riders who can keep a steady, fast pace for extended periods of time. If this is your first time trying one of these rides, check in with the leader for details and make sure you have a Metro Card, MetroNorth or LIRR pass and bike permit in case you need to drop out.

Quick Spin Rides: Not for the faint of heart! These rides are 17-20+ mph with minimal stops and no point, drop, sweep. Advanced cyclists only need apply.

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