For more information on free group bike rides in Snohomish County, click on the calendar links for these groups:
BIKES Club of Snohomish County, www.bikesclub.org
Cascade Bicycle Club, www.cascade.org
A few upcoming examples:
Take Me Out to the Ballgame: Astrid Bear leads a 20-mile ride at a leisurely 10-12 mph pace on July 28, starting at 9:30 a.m. from Martha Lake Airport Park to Everett Memorial Stadium for the 11:05 a.m. AquaSox game. Contact: astrbear@comcast.net, 425-238-4045.
Everett Loop and a Concert: Mary Jo Gerst leads this 20-mile Pedal Pushers ride, which meets at 10 a.m. July 29 at Thornton A. Sullivan Park with a stop at the Courthouse Plaza in downtown Everett for a lunchtime concert. Pedal Pushers is a Lynnwood Senior Center group focused on cyclists over age 60. If you’re not a BIKES Club or Lynnwood Senior Center member, the cost is $5. Contact: maryjo1532@hotmail.com, 206-546-0645
International Day of Friendship Ride: Dorothé Reijnders co-leads one of four pace options for this 40-mile ride on Aug. 1 for International Day of Friendship. Ride starts at 9 a.m. from the Woodinville Sports Field and includes a stop at Snohomish’s Crepe Escape. Participants are encouraged to bring a friend and wear colors representing their country or culture. Contact: dorothe.nl@gmail.com, 425-870-2543
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