Greater Boston and New England Area Cycling

This is a 24 mile out and back round trip (average speed 10-13 mph) on the Nashua River Rail Trail passing through the Massachusetts towns of Dunstable, Pepperell, Groton and Ayer.

We will take breaks at various points along the way. We can decide as a group to stop and have lunch someplace.

RECOMMENDED BIKE TYPE(s):
-Any bike can be used for this type of ride.

NOTE 1: In order to take advantage of as much daylight riding as possible (especially as we get closer to September/October), the posted ride time is the START/DEPARTURE TIME of the ride time, NOT the "show up at the meeting location" time. The ride will depart at the start time regardless of who is not there at that time.
You must arrive ahead of time to prepare and make any last minute adjustments to your bike as early as you think you need (the earlier the better) to be ready to leave at the start time.

NOTE 2: You MUST have a helmet, a working rear light attached to the back of your bike (either on your bike bag (see further on), your seat post, the rear of your bike frame or the rear of your helmet), and a bike bag containing:
-at least one spare tube in case you get a flat
-a patch repair kit or CO2 cartridge(s) and inflator (or have a small bike tire pump on your bike)
-tire removal tool(s)
You should know how to either repair a flat or replace the tube.
It also is highly recommended you have at least one front light in case it gets dark

NOTE 3: You must have some type of GPS on your bike to be able to ride the route turn by turn (in case for whatever reason you get dropped or lost somehow). If you don't have a GPS, you must have some type printed cue sheet you can refer to. Riders who don't have these will not be allowed to ride the event.

NOTE 4: As a condition of attending this Meetup event, you agree to hold harmless, and indemnify the organizers and their relations and heirs, and all members and participants of the Meetup group from any and all claims for injury, illness, death, and/or property damage including those caused by negligence, ignorance, inexperience and other reasons. You also agree to assume all mental, physical, financial, and/or other risk associated with this meetup. Cycling poses inherent risks and dangers. Participation is voluntary and dependent upon your own personal judgment. As organizers, we make no claims regarding any expertise for this outing. This is not a guided tour.

NOTE 5: Rain or threat rain or other bad weather may require cancellation and possibly rescheduling this event. I will keep attendees posted as the event date gets closer.

If you need to reach me, call or text me at (913) 669-1842, or message in the comment section of the event on Meetup.

Let's ride the trails in Bradley Palmer State Park.

Most of the trails are pretty easy with flowing single track. A few roots and/or rocks in the way, but nothing too technical.

We can grab something to eat or coffee or a beer in downtown Ipswich afterwards.

RECOMMENDED BIKE TYPE(s):
-Fully rigid, hardtail or full suspension (full suspension not required) Mountain Bike
-Fatbike
-Gravel Bike with at least 40mm tires (For those who are more skilled, bold and like a challenge or be "underbiked")
-CX Bike with at least 35mm tires (For those who are more skilled, bold and like a challenge or be "underbiked")
-"Monstercross Bike"

Here is a link to the trails map: https://www.mass.gov/doc/bradley-palmer-trail-map/download

Please Read the Entire Description!....
The Monday Intermediate Ride will begin on Monday 6/30/25 and continue into October. We will keep the same route each month but change from month to month. The start time will remain the same but the route distances (and elevation gain) will begin to decrease as the days get shorter later in the season. The current / JULY route is HERE https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39346467 ***By responding YES to this event you are acknowledging and agreeing the fact that this is considered a Drop Ride and you have the ability to self navigate the route in the event you get very far ahead or fall very far behind the group...... ***
NOTE 1: This IS A Drop Ride. Because of the time constraint riders are expected / required to have GPS guidance or the route Cue sheet printed out to follow. If you need a printed Cue Sheet please message me directly a day or 2 before the ride....Failing to have some form of navigation may result in removal from this event.
Helmets, Lights (front & rear) and Hi-Viz clothing are strongly suggested.
The weeks route map can be viewed here a few days before each event...

NOTE 2: The RSVP will close each week at 4:00 pm on the day of the ride. After 5:00 pm I will be enroute to the meeting place, I will not be able to respond to or manage the attendance list during this time. If someone is not at the start it will be assumed they are not coming.
NOTE 3: The posted ride time is the start of the ride time NOT the show up at the meeting place time. Please arrive ahead of time to prepare and make any last minute adjustments to your bicycle

Please Read the Entire Description!....
The Weekly Wednesday Fitness Ride will begin on Wednesday 3/12/25 and continue into October. We will keep the same route during each month but change from month to month. The start time will remain the same but the route distances (and elevation gain) will increase as the days get longer and begin decreasing as the days get shorter later in the season. The JULY route is HERE https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39346467 ***By responding YES to this event you are acknowledging and agreeing the fact that this is considered a Drop Ride and you have the ability to self navigate the route in the event you get very far ahead or fall very far behind the group...... ***
NOTE 1: This IS considered A Drop Ride. Because of the time constraint riders are expected / required to have GPS guidance or the route Cue sheet printed out to follow. If you need a printed Cue Sheet please message me directly a day or 2 before the ride....Failing to have some form of navigation may result in removal from this event.
Helmets, Lights (front & rear) and Hi-Viz clothing are strongly suggested.
The weeks route map can be viewed here a few days before each event...

NOTE 2: The RSVP will close each week at 4:00 pm on the day of the ride. After 5:00 pm I will be enroute to the meeting place, I will not be able to respond to or manage the attendance list during this time. If someone is not at the start it will be assumed they are not coming.
NOTE 3: The posted ride time is the start of the ride time NOT the show up at the meeting place time. Please arrive ahead of time to prepare and make any last minute adjustments to your bicycle