Bicycle Aurora 2008 Schedule and Coordinated CalendarThe 2008 bicycle ride schedule is intended to introduce the residents of Aurora to the bicycle trail system that runs throughout our city. Below is a schedule of fun bicycle rides that will acquaint you with useful Aurora bicycle routes that you can use to go places or just ride for exercise. Call Bicycle Aurora at 303-699-9260 for further information and schedules. To receive a free email newsletter, send an email to Information@BicycleAurora.org July 19th - 8:30 AM, REI Ride - Meet at Treads Bicycle Outfitters, 16701 E. Iliff Ave. Yes, you can get all the way from central Aurora to the REI store and many other points downtown like Ocean Journey, Elitch's and Coors Field on your bicycle. This ride will be mostly on bike trails with a few side streets along the way. We will stop for a short shop at the REI store and return. Bring a daypack for your purchased items. 38 miles August 2nd - 8:30 AM, The Sand Creek Trail Ride - Meet at the Aurora Public Library, 14949 E. Alameda Parkway, for a ride down the spectacular Sand Creek Trail. This trail is not paved so mountain bikes are recommended. Also, thorn proof tires are required. Call 303-699-9260 for more information. 32 miles. August 16th - 8:30 AM, The Aurora Trail Loop - Meet at Treads Bicycle Outfitters north side parking lot 16701 E. Iliff Ave., (northwest corner of Iliff and Buckley) for a 22 mile ride along the Cherry Creek, High Line and Tollgate Creek Trails. 22 miles September 6th - 8:30 AM, REI Ride - Meet at Treads Bicycle Outfitters, 16701 E. Iliff Ave. We will stop for a short shop at the REI store and return. Bring a daypack for your purchased items. Distance 38 miles. September 20th - 8:30 AM, Sunday, Westerly Creek Loop. Meet at Treads Bicycle Outfitters north side parking lot 16981 E Iliff Ave (northwest corner of Iliff and Buckley). 18 miles October 4th - 9:30 AM - Season Finale Ride around Cherry Creek State Park. Meet at 15460 East Orchard Road, just east of Parker Road on East Orchard Road. 14 miles. Call Tom at 303-699-9260 if the weather looks questionable for riding. Other Information About Activities:Bicycle helmets are required for everyone participating on group rides. It is common in Colorado to start a ride out in the sunshine and later be met with a shower and sudden drop in temperature. Bring a windbreaker, gloves and cap for under your helmet. Dress in layers. A rain jacket is always a good idea. Also, bring snacks and water. Your bicycle should be in good repair. Tire punctures from thorns are a real problem in this area. Check with your local bike shop about making your tires thorn resistant. Remember to wear sun screen. Feel free to contact Tom Tobiassen of Bicycle Aurora, 303-699-9260 for Aurora trail maps and tips on riding your bicycle in Aurora. Email to Information@BicycleAurora.org.
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