Upcoming Rides
- Saturday, April 27, 2024
- 11aGravel/102727.027.00Gravelitis: ShaftsburyChet Lasell
Gravelers,
Let's get together for a gravel ride on Saturday, April 27, in Shaftsbury, Vt. We'll meet at Howard Park (Howard Park Road off of Buck Hill Road) and shove off from the parking lot at 11:00 a.m. Will this ride include any Class IV action? You bet your sweet bippy it will. It's nothing too crazy but there's a 10 foot section where you will want to walk your ride, otherwise the road is rideable. Would I lie? Don't answer that one...
Anyway, join the fun. Approximately 70 percent of the route uses wonderful gravel roads. What's better than spending part of the day in the Green Mountain State? Gravel paradise.
I'll post a note on the club's Facebook page confirming the status of the ride on Thursday, April 25. Right now, forecast looks good. As always, rain at the start or expected heavy rain during the ride will cancel this one.
- Sunday, April 28, 2024
- 10aSport/145050.250.17Mohawk River Half CenturyChristian Hess
This will be the first of a series of endurance rides along the Mohawk River this year working our way up to a Century ride tentatively planned for the end of August.
Today's route will be take us from Lock 8 in Rotterdam to Fultonville (and back). We'll make a pit stop at the Cumberland Farms in Fonda at the halfway point to top of food and drinks.
Rain at start will cancel the ride. Rain date for the ride will be Sunday, May 5th.
Ride Metrics (per Ride with GPS): 50.3 miles, 933 TGIF, Max Grade = 4.2%
- 1:30pSport/122222.022.00Search for Lost Legs #4 - Henry Hudson ParkAndy Swartz
The fourth ride in this year's "Search for Lost Legs" series. This will be a no drop ride where the leader sweeps from the rear of the group. Rain at the start of the ride will cancel. Check the MHCC Facebook page for updates. If using cue sheet, please print from the ride listing as cue sheets will not be available at the ride. Rain at the start will cancel. Day of ride communication by way of email for registered riders. The group will probably break up into various speed groups which is fine. Ride at your own pace.
- Monday, April 29, 2024
- 1:30pTour/153029.529.52MeadowdaleSteve Zulch
This early season ride will take us northwest of Voorheesville. We will ride at Tour pace and our final average should be between 15 and 16 mph. We will regroup as necessary.
- 4:45pTour/151817.617.59I need some miles.. I bet you do as well...Jesse Chartier
I am out of shape.. and need some miles, I ride after work from my office usually 18-25 miles can be a relaxed pace and group can ultimately decide what we ride and where we go. If you would like to join me please do.
bring lights.. you need to be seen but also be able to see walkers dressed in black..
- Tuesday, April 30, 2024
- 5pQuick/183332.832.78Tuesday Evening Schodack RideMatthew Nunziato
Please join me Tuesday at the Park and Ride at 5PM for a semi-flat route around Schodack. Endurance pace & rain cancels ride, see you then!
- 7pTour/152424.324.30Tuesday Evening River RideChristian Hess
These rides will be flat and utilize the Mohawk-Hudson Bike-Hike Trail as much as possible. 'On-road' portions of the route will use NY-5S or other secondary roads.
Note: A headlight and a tailight is required for this ride - As we will finish after sunset. Reflective clothing is also highly recommended.
Ride Metrics (per Ride with GPS): 24.3 miles, 414 TGIF, Max Grade = 1.2%
- Wednesday, May 1, 2024
- 10aTour/143333.133.06Wednesday Morning Saratoga WaterfrontKim Hanson
This will be a weekly ride that will mostly start from the Waterfront Park in Saratoga. Faster risers are allowed to go off faster in the front, but should stop periodically to regroup. I will stay back as required to make sure that no one rides alone. A rider is expected to be able to maintain a 14mph ride over the course and be able to maintain a 16mph paceline speed.
The rides will start off in a 30-40 mile range and will increase mileage as we get further into the season.
This week's ride is the same as the ride that was canceled due to rain in the forecast last week. It is 33 miles with 2000 feet of elevation.
- 1pCasual/92323.223.20Schuylerville to Saratoga Lake for Slow PokesKathy Ceceri
My first listed ride for MHCC! For those who have been asking for no-drop rides at a casual pace, come give this a try. It's one of my favorite routes, and since it's early in the season we should enjoy great views of the Fish Creek and Saratoga Lake without the crowds. Some rolling terrain with a few short steep climbs. We will stop for a rest at the halfway point, the Saratoga Lake boat launch, across from a Stewart's. I will most probably be leading from the back, since I have not gotten a lot of miles in yet this year.
We will meet at 12:45 pm behind Adirondack Ultra Cycling on Broad Street (my husband's shop). Parking is on-street or in the lot at Fort Hardy park down the hill. Access to the backyard of the shop is via Beagle Lane (one way narrow alley).
Wind or wet at the start cancels. Questions? Reach out through the MHCC portal. On the day of the ride, please text my cell.
- Thursday, May 2, 2024
- 6pSport/122221.721.70Thank Goodness It's Thursday #3 - Return of Diamond Hill RoadSteve White
Please note that the start time for these rides is now 6:00 pm. This ride will cover mostly quiet and scenic roads in the Voorheesville area. This is a no drop ride and the ride leader will ride sweep at the back of the group. If using cue sheet, please print from the ride listing as cue sheets will not be available at the ride. Rain at the start will cancel. Day of ride communication by way of email for registered riders. The group will probably break up into various speed groups which is fine. Ride at your own pace. Ride leader will sweep the route.
- Saturday, May 4, 2024
- 9aSport/13.53130.630.55Saturday SpinChristian Hess
This weeks ride will start out of Broadalbin-Perth High School and will take us through some lightly traveled roads in Fulton and Saratoga counties to the South and West of the Great Sacandaga Lake.
There is one gradual climb noted on Ride with GPS. Outside of that you can expect rolling to hilly terrain along the route. The ride leader will sweep at the posted pace. We will regroup (as needed) at major intersections.
Ride Metrics (per Ride with GPS): 30.6 miles, 1689 TGIF, Max Grade = 5.6%
- 11aSport/133939.039.00The Hub Opening WeekendTerry Peters
It's opening weekend at The Hub. And nothing is more carefree than riding from The Hub.
This 39 mile route has a couple hills and there may be some pot holes that have not been filled. Plan to stay after the ride for food and drink and to rehash the ride.
Cell service and the weather are both unpredictable in the ADKs so be sure to download the ride to your device before traveling to The Hub. If you prefer a printed cue sheet, please remember to bring that with you as no cue sheets will be provided by the leader.
Make sure your bike is in good working order and you have enough water for the ride. We will plan to stop at the Adirondack store to regroup and refuel as needed.
Weather cancelations will be made by 8am. If a cancelation is made, I will try to reschedule for Sunday May 5.
The Hub will not be open when we begin our ride. Restroom options include Stewarts at exit 25 or port-a-potties across the water and behind the town hall.
- Sunday, May 5, 2024
- 1:30pSport/122222.222.20Search for Lost Legs #5Steve White
It's been a long winter (sort of) Let's try to find our "summer" legs. This will be a no drop ride where the leader sweeps from the rear of the group.
A slightly shorter route of 20.7 miles with 879 feet of elevation gain is also available: The shorter route eliminates the ride through the Henry Hudson town park.
Rain at the start of the ride will cancel.
- Saturday, May 11, 2024
- 12pSport/122929.029.00Sherman's Or Bust!David Kraus
Let's take advantage of a (hopefully) beautiful spring day to ride south on gravel on this great rail trail from Granville, NY to West Rupert, VT.
We'll start from the Railroad depot parking lot on Main Street in downtown Granville, NY, where there's abundant parking. Then we'll cross the Vermont border, pass through West Pawlet, then turn around at the southern end of the trail back in NY and stop in West Rupert on the way back for a rest stop at the famous Sherman's Store where you can find food, drinks, bathrooms, and possibly some rockin' mac and cheese from the front counter crock pot! Then we will return to our northward journey back to Granville, where the Slate Town Brewing Co. opens at 4pm if you want to get some post-ride refreshments.
This is a beautiful rural trail that passes through farm land, parallels the Indian River and White Creek, and has only about 31 feet per mile of grade. So an easy ride for any gravel bike or MTB. (You could probably do it on a road bike with 28's, but I'm not making any promises.) This will be a sport pace ride, but any group stops are encouraged for photos, enjoy trail side flowers or artworks, or just bathe in the spring scenery. Rain date for this ride will be the next day on Sunday the 12th, but I'll email registered riders in the event of doubtful weather.
Thirty miles and a beer! Just what the Gravel Giant would approve of!
NOTE: The 12 noon time listed on this ride is the wheels down time! So if you need time to get ready, plan to arrive earlier than that.
You can see an album of pictures HERE from a ride on this same trail last spring.
- Sunday, May 12, 2024
- 9aSport/12.55151.251.23MHCC Road Trip - SchenevusChristian Hess
Come join us as we explore portions of the Maple Valley State Forest and the Upper Susquehana River Valley on today's ride in Otsego County.
Regrouping points are marked along the Ride with GPS route. There are food and drink options in Milford and Colliersville that we can divert to if needed.
Note: This is a hilly ride - And there are a couple of moderate but significant climbs in the beginning of the route. Pace has been adjusted due to terrain.
Ride Metrics (per Ride with GPS): 51.3 miles, 3159 TGIF, Max Grade = 9.0%
- Thursday, May 16, 2024
- 6pSport/122019.619.58TGIT #5 Voorheesville Ramble #2Rick Bird
This is our fifth TGIT ride of 2024 and is a repeat of a ride cancelled earlier this season. This is a no drop ride and the ride leader will ride sweep at the back of the group. Rain at start cancels the ride. Check MHCC Facebook page and email for day-of-ride updates or cancellation. If using cue sheet, please print from the ride listing as cue sheets will not be available at the ride. Day of ride communication by way of email for registered riders. The group will probably break up into various speed groups which is fine. Ride at your own pace. Ride leader will sweep the route.
- Saturday, May 18, 2024
- 1pSport/133433.633.60MHCC 2024 Spring Kickoff RideWilliam Little
Join fellow MHCC members and riding crews for the traditional Spring Kickoff ride. This ride is always well attended and the ILF Cidery and Brewery is a welcoming place, easy to get to, with plenty of parking. Being on the edge of the Helderbergs, the local roads have over the years given us the full range of riding weather experiences, such as temperatures between 40 and 85 degrees. We expect sunny skies on the ride, nevertheless, countless great memories are made each year at the Spring Kickoff, it's a good time to stretch your legs and inspire more club riding in 2024 on one of two routes. This route is 33.6 miles with 1992 feet of elevation gain. It rolls to Altamont, where the main climb is the combined Lainhart Rd.-Settles Hill Rd. stairsteps, then returning to Indian Ladder Farms.
Rain at the start cancels. Ride leader leads out from the beginning of the parking area. Please download the route onto your GPS-enabled device. Contact the ride leader if you would like a print out. Of course, once back at the start you are encouraged to join your riding pals at ILF Cidery and Brewery for a debriefing. - 1:30pCasual/102120.720.70MHCC's 2024 Spring Kickoff RideWilliam Little
MHCC Members: join fellow club members and riding crews for the traditional Spring Kickoff ride. This ride is always well attended and the ILF Cidery and Brewery is a welcoming place, easy to get to, with plenty of parking. Being on the edge of the Helderbergs, the local roads have over the years given us the full range of riding weather experiences, such as temperatures between 40 and 85 degrees. We expect sunny skies on the ride, nevertheless, countless great memories are made each year at the Spring Kickoff, it's a good time to stretch your legs and inspire more club riding in 2024 on one of two routes. This route is 20.7 miles with 843 feet of elevation gain. It rolls to New Scotland, then loops to Altamont before returning to Indian Ladder Farm.
Rain at the start cancels. Ride leader leads out from the beginning of the parking area. Please download the route onto your GPS-enabled device. Contact the ride leader if you would like a print out. Of course, once back at the start you are encouraged to join your riding pals at ILF Cidery and Brewery for a debriefing.