NYC (and surrounding areas) Ride / 11-21

[54ny77]

In the spirit of this past weekend's Eddy Merckx appearance in Jersey, where several VSalon'ers went (but nobody knew each other), how 'bout we put some faces to names and meet up next Saturday (weather permitting) for a cruise up to Nyack? Pace: steady, mellow. We'll cruise up scenic River Road, then 9W to Nyack to the Runcible Spoon for coffee, etc.

If we're up for it and there's consensus, we could always modify the route, go longer (Rockland Lake loop, or even Apple Orchards) and anyone can turn around early if time constrained, etc. Main ride criteria: have some fun, solve world problems.

For those in NYC, we will DEPART at 7:30 a.m. at the park bench directly across from the Central Park Boathouse. From there, we'll head to the GWB and meet at the Jersey side meeting spot (it usually takes me about 40 min. +/- to get to the other side, without rushing or too much traffic).

We will DEPART from that Hudson Terrace meeting spot at 8:30 a.m., heading down Hudson Terrace on the newly-paved bike path towards the River Rd. entrance.

Note: for those driving in Jersey to meet the group, there's plenty of parking up & down both sides of Hudson Terrace.

Cross streets along Hudson Terrace are Merkle St., Sylvan St., and Lincoln Ave. (zoom in and scroll a little bit south on this map link, you'll see the streets). If you click on "Satellite" view you'll see the street and parking locations exactly. Just get to Hudson Terrace and you'll see people milling around. Several groups meet at that spot.

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=hudson...N&hl=en&tab=wl

Here's exactly where we will meet on Hudson Terrace--look at the picture link, where the cyclist is right at the base of the GWB north side pedestrian footbridge path on Hudson Terrace (this google streetview map thing is amazing).

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&sour...118.37,,0,8.18

Ok, so who's in?

--Jim

p.s. helmets mandatory please.

[johnsegal]

Sounds like a plan. Will probably meet you over the bridge, but will confirm later in the week.

[johnmdesigner]

Geez you guys start early. How can I go to the sake bar on Fri night?
I'll be on the Jersey side unless it's pouring rain.
I'll be wearing the giant VSalon sandwich board.

[EddieBirdsell]

Any recommendations for a place to park and meetup?

[EDS]

Any recommendations for a place to park and meetup?

Park on Hudson Terrace north of the bridge - there is parking on the east side of the road at various points.

[EddieBirdsell]

Awesome intel, thanks guys.

[johnmdesigner]

Make everyone sign a pledge "no barging".

[54ny77]

There will be enforcement. Violator(s) going above a certain max wattage will have to pay for coffee for the entire group. Note: I reserve the right to gauge what that max wattage may be, as calculated through the use of my patent-pending "Middle i-Finger," which discretely mounts to my hand.

[johnmdesigner]

All right, I'll ride in the back. You kids are too fast for me anyway. But please, wash those wool jerseys before Saturday.

[54ny77]

REEEEEEminder about Saturday! Come on out and ride! But no argy bargy....

[johnmdesigner]

Look for this sign at your meeting place in NJ.

Cheers,
John

[54ny77]

Hey guys, I'll be on a white bike with a team "Simple Green" kit (it's black, white & red).

If you want my cell # shoot me a PM.

See ya out there!

--Jim

[EDS]

I think I am in. Meet you chaps on Jersey side. I'll be riding a red Serotta.

Is passing on the downhill after state-line considered barging?

[Alfa75]

I just noticed this thread - sounds like a good chance to ride with you all. Will likely be there at the NJ meeting point on a blue Basso.

[EddieBirdsell]

See you in NJ.

I'll be hungover.

Dinosaur BBQ tonight.

[54ny77]

Damned good bbq.

The smell coming over Riverside drive from that bbq joint when coming back into town from a ride on the west side is always mouthwatering....

[johnsegal]

I'm in. See ya at the bridge tomorrow morning.
I'll be on a black Rivendell.

[54ny77]

See you all this a.m.!

[54ny77]

Ride pics posted here!

http://www.velocipedesalon.com/forum...d=1#post149533

Great ride, thanks to all for coming out for a spin on a perfect fall day!

[ThasFACE]

Bummed I missed it. Anyone down for a turkey ride?