[C4 Rides] [C4members] C4Mitchell Plans - Sunday May 19

[John Vieke]

I'm backing out of the ride Sunday. 50-60% chance of rain and I'm flying out of Charlotte Sunday evening that i cant chance to miss. 

I'll be at the sambo saturday morning. 

John Vieke from my iPhone
704-918-7938

On May 14, 2013, at 11:16 PM, Matt Hartman <matt at fourmattech.com> wrote:

> Hi Folks, 
> 
> Thanks to all who came out to the meeting tonight.  Here's what we decided to do for the 4th Annual C4 Mitchell Ride schedule.
> 
> PLEASE RSVP TO ME SO I KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING OR NOT.  IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS MY CELL IS 704-793-6739.  If you don't think you can make the climb, you're probably wrong.  If you don't try, you'll never know.
> 
> Weather forecast looks awesome.  High of 85 in Marion, and 65 at the summit.
> 
> Kannapolis Departure:
> We will meet at Touchdown Pizza and LEAVE at 7AM.  Please arrive a little early, 6:45 so that we can arrange carpooling.  
> If you roll in at 7:00:30, you might just see tail lights....
> It's a 2 hour drive up, and we hope to arrive at 9, with butts on seats at 9:30.  
> 
> Marion Arrival:
> We will meet in Marion, NC at the intersection of Hwy 70 and Hwy 80.  See this link for map info: http://goo.gl/maps/TS9Wj The closest address will be:
>  25 Lake Tahoma Rd, Marion, NC 28752
> 
> The parking location is always a bit up in the air depending on whether the property is actually in use on Sunday or not.  The last 2 years we have been able to park in the open lot near the green arrow on the map.  If that becomes a no go, there is an abandoned hotel on the other side of the intersection that would be a good alternative.  We will try to scope it out ahead of time and have a plan for arrival.
> 
> Ride Support:
> We will have a SAG vehicle and Jim Roof and Robin Vieke will be taking care of everyone. This is what we will bring:
> 2 jugs of water/ice to fill bottles, and a can of powdered Gatorade to top off.
> Bike rack for 4 bikes.
> Pump + tools for repairs.
> Jesus from The Right Gear will be riding with us, in case of anything catastrophic happens mechanically. (Right Jesus?!)
> Room for a bag in the van
> What you need to bring:
> We do not ask for any money for this ride, but we ask that everyone bring a little something to share with the others.  A box of fig newtons, bananas, chips, pretzels, nuts, or         anything you want on the ride.  
> It would be a good idea to have your bottles topped off when you get there so we can be ready to ride.
> Don't forget the sunscreen
> Go ahead and bring the keys to your vehicle in case you return before the SAG wagon and need to get into your car.
> Enduralytes are always a good idea in case of a cramp.
> A cell phone.  There may not be a signal at times, but you'll appreciate it if you have trouble.
> A few $$ in case you want something at the shop at the top.
> The Ride Up:
> We will ride from the start up Hwy 80 to the Blue Ridge Parkway and have a rest stop.
> From there we ride the Parkway, and if you don't beat the SAG wagon, there is a stop option just before you enter the Mt Mitchell park, otherwise, you ride to the top.
> From there we hang out until the SAG wagon comes up.  Have a group photo once everyone is finished, and head back down.
> There is a snack bar at the top. Last year it was not open.  In previous years it was.
> The Ride Down:
> We'll head back down and there will be no scheduled stops until you hit the bottom.
> PLEASE be very careful on the descent.  We are able to go faster than cars on the switchbacks etc, but it's easy to get in over your head.  
> We'll meet back at the vehicles, and wait for the SAG wagon to show up and transfer bags etc.
> After the Ride:
> For the past few years we've had a good sit down meal at Fatz Cafe just down the road.
> IF YOU DO NOT HAVE TIME TO EAT AFTERWARDS OR DO NOT WISH TO DINE WITH THE GROUP PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION SO OTHERS MAY JOIN US
> Return
> Tentative return arrival has traditionally been between 6 and         7.  
> If you have any questions, please let me know.
> -- 
> Matt Hartman
> Central Carolina Cycling Club
> 704-793-6739
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