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50-70 miles at a 16-19 mph pace. Ride will encompass Dauphin, Lebanon and Lancaster Counties.

Starting from a new location we will run a route out to Memorial Lake and return for a total of 48 miles. This route or one very similar, the leader has taken and led rides on numerous times in the past 15 years. However, this is a new route for the Grantville area rides. While we won‘t be starting near Grantville we will pass through it. We are starting at 8:00 AM, as the current forecast is for a high of 90F later in the day and we want time to do other things later in the day. The route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47680552 For anyone interested, there is a pool, shower and bath at the start location, so bring you swim suit and a towel if you want to swim. I can tell that bicycle shorts make great swim wear. Also, refreshments will be offered afterwards. Riders may also, have family members come. If so, have them bring a dish to share. Those coming and planning to stay should have a swim suit and towel, if they intend to use the inground pool.

DISTANCE: Approx 18 miles SPEED: 9-11 MPH This week we will explore Swatara State Park Expect to see all types of road surfaces,(Pave, crushed cinders, gravel and wood chips) Route is mainly flat but do expect some hills. Bikes with wider tires are recommended. Hybrid, gravel or mountain bikes are best bets. Remember to bring water, snack and helmet. Cancellation will be sent by 7:00AM if needed. This is a no drop ride , porta-potty is available at the start. Question or concerns? Contact Dave Serff dserff72@gmail.com. or 717-609-2742

We‘ll do another "mid-C" ride on Saturday July 27, departing at 9:00 AM from the Middle Rd parking lot of Memorial Lake State Park. Street address is 18 Boundary Rd, Grantville 17028. This will be a true C ride with average speed between 11 mph and 13 mph, with the goal to be around 12 mph. The distance will be 24.6 miles and there is about 1000 ft of elevation. There are no hills above 5% on this route, and the last 6 miles are a nice flat/downhill cruise on Rt 443 back to Memorial Lake. We‘ll take a break around mile 14 when we pass East Hanover park. Here‘s the Ride with GPS link for the route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26517613 Riders who would like to go faster are certainly welcome to go out front. If you want more distance, you can add a loop around Memorial Lake at the end for an additional 3.2 miles. Temperatures are expected to be in the low 70‘s at 9 AM, increasing to low 80‘s by Noon. Bring your sunscreen and water. If this is your first C ride, or your first ride with HBC, please contact the Ride Leader so we can discuss additional details. Hope to see you there. Chris Wright