Thursday Night Lights.

ARRIVE EARLY - WE DEPART AT 7:30PM

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Ride Details:

Length: 15 miles (loop)

Level: moderate due to length and hills

Pace: moderate 9-11 mph

Start time: 7:30 pm

Duration: 2 to 2-1/2 hours (including one stop)

Stop: A different stop every week!

Terrain: asphalt, concrete, some sections with dirt/crushed gravel

Traffic: low to moderate

Bikes best suited for this ride: any

CAC Safe Cycling Best Practices https://bit.ly/3ojpgln
CAC Group Cycling Best Practice https://bit.ly/31zMh9K
CAC No One Left Best Practices https://bit.ly/31Ctta3
CAC Be Prepared Best Practices https://bit.ly/3jsWPgU

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Bicycle Benefits discounts for this ride:

• 10% off nearly everything at BikeSource (http://www.bikesourcecharlotte.com/), 5% off bicycles.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Along the way we'll hit neighborhood streets, greenways, uptown areas, and you'll find shortcuts and bike friendly roads you may not have known existed!

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WEATHER POLICY:

Ride may be cancelled if it is raining or the temperature is below 32F at 7:30pm. If the ride is cancelled, I will send out a cancellation message to the e-mail address that you registered with on Meetup - so make sure you check that e-mail account before coming. In addition, if the ride is cancelled I will add a cancellation message in the section below.

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RULES AND NOTES:

• A headlight and tail light are required for this ride. You will need a headlight that is capable of illuminating the area in front of your bike.

• All riders must be willing to stay with the group because we'll be making many turns on our route. If you pass the ride leader, you are on your own navigation.

• Bike helmets are mandatory on all rides; also gloves, bright clothing, eye protection, and a side mirror are highly recommended.

• Your bike must have brakes, as required by the Charlotte City code (http://charmeck.org/city/charlotte/Transportation/PedBike/Pages/Bicycle%20laws%20code.aspx).

• Restrooms - available at BikeSource (start of ride), as well as at the stop.

• Please bring plenty of water and snacks if needed.

• Bring money or a credit card if you want to buy something at the stop.

• Bring a lock for your bike if you want to lock up at the stop.

• Please bring with you an appropriate-sized spare tube for your bicycle.

Click here for directions to BikeSource (https://goo.gl/maps/1GvRm) at the Park Road Shopping Center.

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