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Events in September 2019
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Labor Day Ride from Veterans Park (A, B & C groups)
Labor Day Ride from Veterans Park (A, B & C groups)Join us for this special Labor Day ride! 3 Ride Groups...all starting at 6:30a!
The A group we’ll do the fun Lillian Loop which makes a nice loop to the quiet environs of Lillian and at the end make a slow roll through Veterans Park and see the great memorials honoring our heroic veterans. 48 miles for the A's. Moderate to fast Pace. 2 brief rest stops. No Drop Ride. A group map: View Route
B group is 26 miles. Moderate pace 16-18mph. Instead of turning right onto Hwy 98 off of Lillian Hwy. the B group will continue straight onto Dog Track Rd. and follow the rest of Route the A's will do. Rest stop: Tom Thumb on Dog Track and Blue Angel. View Route
C group is 19 miles. Slow to moderate pace 13-16. Rest stop: Shell station on Fairfield and Gulf Beach Hwy. View Route
Start/Finish: Veterans Park (200 S. 10th Ave.)
Monday Meander from Truly Spokin on Tippin Ave.Monday Meander from Truly Spokin on Tippin Ave.The Wheelmen version of the "Slow Ride"! The pace is 14-16 mph (16 MAX!). The route is a 7 mile lap around the Pensacola Airport. You can do one, two or three laps with the group. Helmets are required but not spandex. Come on out for a casual nearly flat ride! Beginners welcome! For more info, contact David Murphy (murf524@gmail.com).
Start/End from Truly Spokin bike shop (6103 Tippin Ave.)
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Taco Tuesday Airport Loop from RMB and Summit&MaygardenTaco Tuesday Airport Loop from RMB and Summit&MaygardenTuesdays 6pm from Ride More Bicycles >>> Taco Tuesday Airport LoopNote there is an optional 6:35pm starting point from Summit & Maygarden to join the group as they ride past. It's a 15mile loop from Summit&Maygarden or you can do the full 30mile trip from RMB (or you can join in anywhere along the route...see map link below). Lights front & rear are obviously required.[View Route Map] RMB store: 59 E. Gregory St., Pcola 32502
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Wed Touring RideWed Touring Ride
9a from a location near Milton. Please see the full information for each ride, including changes to the ride day due to weather, are posted on the Blackwater Cyclists Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Blackwatercyclists.
The ride concept is a slower paced social ride averaging between 13 and 15 mph. Most rides will involve a group meal stop mid-ride or at the end of the ride. Average distance will typically be between 40 and 60 miles. Different starting locations (usually in Santa Rosa county) give riders the opportunity to ride a variety of new and different mostly rural routes. The typical group size is about a dozen riders although all are welcome. Plan to ride together, stop for pictures, and enjoy the company of some friendly cyclists!
For more details contact Ernie Conner at ecconnerjr@aol.com
WFW Wednesday Ride from WSRE parking lotWFW Wednesday Ride from WSRE parking lotAll Abilities are welcome!!! Meet in the big parking lot behind WSRE on College Blvd. just 200 yds. from the light on 12th Ave. A and B Groups available. A group is fast (20mph+), B not as fast (17-19) and is a 'no drop' ride.
Roll out at 5:30p. View Route Map
We look forward to seeing you!
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Thursday Night from TREK StoreThursday Night from TREK Store
Join us for this fun, safe, fast paced ride (32miler) through the nice neighborhoods of Pensacola (west meets east). Roll out at 6p from the TREK store (701 E. Cervantes St.) Lights (front and back) are mandatory!! No Drop ride. You can also easily make this an 18 mile ride doing the first half.
[Click Here] for Route Map
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WFW in the City ~ 'Beulah Land Beauty!' from Summit&Maygarden
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WFW in the City ~ 'Beulah Land Beauty!' from Summit&Maygarden6:30a start. Excellent loop to the quiet environs of "Beulah land...sweet Beulah land". Also includes the awesome run into Hurst Hammock! Moderate pace. 52 miles - rest stop at Beulah Rd & 90 included. No Drop Ride.
Start/Finish - Intersection of Summit Blvd. and Jerry Maygarden. The old fire station is across the street (2750 Summit Blvd.). Plenty of parking.
WFW / AMF 'Round the Bay' from BagelheadsWFW / AMF 'Round the Bay' from BagelheadsIf you're up for a hammerfest, join Ian Lintner and his friends for a super-fast (22mph+) ride "Round the Bay". This is a 'drop ride'. Have fun trying to hang on to this fast moving train!
Start/Finish: Bagelheads (916 E. Gregory St.)
WFW in the Country - Blackwater River State ForestWFW in the Country - Blackwater River State ForestWe meet at the Blackwater Heritage Trail head next to Truly Spokin' in Milton each Saturday morning.
The ride has been a staple of the area for 18+ years and counting with anywhere from 20 to 50 riders on any given Saturday. There are 7 convenience stores located 15 to 28 miles from the Trail head start/finish. One of these stores is the usual Saturday destination. The distance of the ride will vary from 42 to 55+ miles and is typically posted by Thursday afternoon on the Blackwater Cycling Facebook page. The pace varies as well. You can typically expect 2 to 3 groups of riders with a Blackwater pace scale as follows:
A group - riding speeds of 22 to 30 mph with a finishing moving average of 22+
B group - They're getting frisky. Typical riding speeds are 18 to 24 mph with a finished moving average of 18.5 to 20.5 mph
C group and lower - riding speeds depends the company, anticipate riding speeds of 15 to 20 mph depending upon the wind and ongoing conversations. Finished moving average 16-17 mph.THE DESTINATION MAY CHANGE WITH THE 'C' GROUP!! The core group of riders has been in Blackwater for years and will sometimes opt for a different route than the faster groups.
Truly Spokin address: 5172 Stewart St., Milton
If you have any questions regarding the ride, the quickest way to get a response is to post a question on the Blackwater Cycling Facebook page.
Also feel free to contact David Murphy (murf524@gmail.com)
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Monday Meander from Truly Spokin on Tippin Ave.Monday Meander from Truly Spokin on Tippin Ave.
The Wheelmen version of the "Slow Ride"! The pace is 14-16 mph (16 MAX!). The route is a 7 mile lap around the Pensacola Airport. You can do one, two or three laps with the group. Helmets are required but not spandex. Come on out for a casual nearly flat ride! Beginners welcome! For more info, contact David Murphy (murf524@gmail.com).
Start/End from Truly Spokin bike shop (6103 Tippin Ave.)
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Taco Tuesday Airport Loop from RMB and Summit&MaygardenTaco Tuesday Airport Loop from RMB and Summit&MaygardenTuesdays 6pm from Ride More Bicycles >>> Taco Tuesday Airport LoopNote there is an optional 6:35pm starting point from Summit & Maygarden to join the group as they ride past. It's a 15mile loop from Summit&Maygarden or you can do the full 30mile trip from RMB (or you can join in anywhere along the route...see map link below). Lights front & rear are obviously required.[View Route Map] RMB store: 59 E. Gregory St., Pcola 32502
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Wed Touring RideWed Touring Ride
9a from a location near Milton. Please see the full information for each ride, including changes to the ride day due to weather, are posted on the Blackwater Cyclists Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Blackwatercyclists.
The ride concept is a slower paced social ride averaging between 13 and 15 mph. Most rides will involve a group meal stop mid-ride or at the end of the ride. Average distance will typically be between 40 and 60 miles. Different starting locations (usually in Santa Rosa county) give riders the opportunity to ride a variety of new and different mostly rural routes. The typical group size is about a dozen riders although all are welcome. Plan to ride together, stop for pictures, and enjoy the company of some friendly cyclists!
For more details contact Ernie Conner at ecconnerjr@aol.com
WFW Wednesday Ride from WSRE parking lotWFW Wednesday Ride from WSRE parking lotAll Abilities are welcome!!! Meet in the big parking lot behind WSRE on College Blvd. just 200 yds. from the light on 12th Ave. A and B Groups available. A group is fast (20mph+), B not as fast (17-19) and is a 'no drop' ride.
Roll out at 5:30p. View Route Map
We look forward to seeing you!
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Thursday Night from TREK StoreThursday Night from TREK Store
Join us for this fun, safe, fast paced ride (32miler) through the nice neighborhoods of Pensacola (west meets east). Roll out at 6p from the TREK store (701 E. Cervantes St.) Lights (front and back) are mandatory!! No Drop ride. You can also easily make this an 18 mile ride doing the first half.
[Click Here] for Route Map
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Sunset / Full Moon Ride at Ft. PickensSunset / Full Moon Ride at Ft. Pickens
Roll out at 6:15pm Don't miss this super scenic cruise ride...great for the family on this beautiful secluded part of Pcola Beach. Any kind of bike will be fine on this 15 miler roundtrip to the Fort and back. Bring your lights and Pass or $7 in case needed for the Park entry. We usually have enough passes to cover everyone.
We'll stop and regroup at the Ft. Pickens fishing pier and watch the sun set, then return w/ the beautiful full moon in our face! Start/Finish at Park West parking lot - Soundside (just prior to entering the park). View Route Map
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WFW in the City - 'Loop Around The Mill' from Summit&MaygardenWFW in the City - 'Loop Around The Mill' from Summit&Maygarden
6:30am start. - 42 miles View Map Route Instead to continuing north to Molino like we do on a "Hill Too Far", we'll make a left on Muscogee Rd (at the paper mill), then left down 97. No Drop Ride. Rest stop inc.
Start/End from Summit Blvd. and Jerry Maygarden Rd. The old fire station across the street (2750 Summit Blvd.) has plenty of parking.
WFW / AMF 'Round the Bay' from BagelheadsWFW / AMF 'Round the Bay' from BagelheadsIf you're up for a hammerfest, join Ian Lintner and his friends for a super-fast (22mph+) ride "Round the Bay". This is a 'drop ride'. Have fun trying to hang on to this fast moving train!
Start/Finish: Bagelheads (916 E. Gregory St.)
WFW in the Country - Blackwater River State ForestWFW in the Country - Blackwater River State ForestWe meet at the Blackwater Heritage Trail head next to Truly Spokin' in Milton each Saturday morning.
The ride has been a staple of the area for 18+ years and counting with anywhere from 20 to 50 riders on any given Saturday. There are 7 convenience stores located 15 to 28 miles from the Trail head start/finish. One of these stores is the usual Saturday destination. The distance of the ride will vary from 42 to 55+ miles and is typically posted by Thursday afternoon on the Blackwater Cycling Facebook page. The pace varies as well. You can typically expect 2 to 3 groups of riders with a Blackwater pace scale as follows:
A group - riding speeds of 22 to 30 mph with a finishing moving average of 22+
B group - They're getting frisky. Typical riding speeds are 18 to 24 mph with a finished moving average of 18.5 to 20.5 mph
C group and lower - riding speeds depends the company, anticipate riding speeds of 15 to 20 mph depending upon the wind and ongoing conversations. Finished moving average 16-17 mph.THE DESTINATION MAY CHANGE WITH THE 'C' GROUP!! The core group of riders has been in Blackwater for years and will sometimes opt for a different route than the faster groups.
Truly Spokin address: 5172 Stewart St., Milton
If you have any questions regarding the ride, the quickest way to get a response is to post a question on the Blackwater Cycling Facebook page.
Also feel free to contact David Murphy (murf524@gmail.com)
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Monday Meander from Truly Spokin on Tippin Ave.Monday Meander from Truly Spokin on Tippin Ave.
The Wheelmen version of the "Slow Ride"! The pace is 14-16 mph (16 MAX!). The route is a 7 mile lap around the Pensacola Airport. You can do one, two or three laps with the group. Helmets are required but not spandex. Come on out for a casual nearly flat ride! Beginners welcome! For more info, contact David Murphy (murf524@gmail.com).
Start/End from Truly Spokin bike shop (6103 Tippin Ave.)
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Taco Tuesday Airport Loop from RMB and Summit&MaygardenTaco Tuesday Airport Loop from RMB and Summit&MaygardenTuesdays 6pm from Ride More Bicycles >>> Taco Tuesday Airport LoopNote there is an optional 6:35pm starting point from Summit & Maygarden to join the group as they ride past. It's a 15mile loop from Summit&Maygarden or you can do the full 30mile trip from RMB (or you can join in anywhere along the route...see map link below). Lights front & rear are obviously required.[View Route Map] RMB store: 59 E. Gregory St., Pcola 32502
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Wed Touring RideWed Touring Ride
9a from a location near Milton. Please see the full information for each ride, including changes to the ride day due to weather, are posted on the Blackwater Cyclists Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Blackwatercyclists.
The ride concept is a slower paced social ride averaging between 13 and 15 mph. Most rides will involve a group meal stop mid-ride or at the end of the ride. Average distance will typically be between 40 and 60 miles. Different starting locations (usually in Santa Rosa county) give riders the opportunity to ride a variety of new and different mostly rural routes. The typical group size is about a dozen riders although all are welcome. Plan to ride together, stop for pictures, and enjoy the company of some friendly cyclists!
For more details contact Ernie Conner at ecconnerjr@aol.com
WFW Wednesday Ride from WSRE parking lotWFW Wednesday Ride from WSRE parking lotAll Abilities are welcome!!! Meet in the big parking lot behind WSRE on College Blvd. just 200 yds. from the light on 12th Ave. A and B Groups available. A group is fast (20mph+), B not as fast (17-19) and is a 'no drop' ride.
Roll out at 5:30p. View Route Map
We look forward to seeing you!
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Thursday Night from TREK StoreThursday Night from TREK Store
Join us for this fun, safe, fast paced ride (32miler) through the nice neighborhoods of Pensacola (west meets east). Roll out at 6p from the TREK store (701 E. Cervantes St.) Lights (front and back) are mandatory!! No Drop ride. You can also easily make this an 18 mile ride doing the first half.
[Click Here] for Route Map
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WFW in the City ~ 'Circle the City' from Summit&MaygardenWFW in the City ~ 'Circle the City' from Summit&Maygarden
6:30a start! This grand loop does exactly what it implies, "Circles the City" (aka, the 'Pcola Super Loop', '3 Amigos'). It's a great 43miler w/ a rest stop at Blue Angel & Dog Track Rd. Moderate to Fast pace. No Drop Ride. Ride Leader: Nestor Arguea [View Route Map]
Start/End from Summit Blvd. and Jerry Maygarden Rd. The old fire station is across the street (2750 Summit Blvd.) with plenty of parking beside it.
WFW / AMF 'Round the Bay' from BagelheadsWFW / AMF 'Round the Bay' from BagelheadsIf you're up for a hammerfest, join Ian Lintner and his friends for a super-fast (22mph+) ride "Round the Bay". This is a 'drop ride'. Have fun trying to hang on to this fast moving train!
Start/Finish: Bagelheads (916 E. Gregory St.)
WFW in the Country - Blackwater River State ForestWFW in the Country - Blackwater River State ForestWe meet at the Blackwater Heritage Trail head next to Truly Spokin' in Milton each Saturday morning.
The ride has been a staple of the area for 18+ years and counting with anywhere from 20 to 50 riders on any given Saturday. There are 7 convenience stores located 15 to 28 miles from the Trail head start/finish. One of these stores is the usual Saturday destination. The distance of the ride will vary from 42 to 55+ miles and is typically posted by Thursday afternoon on the Blackwater Cycling Facebook page. The pace varies as well. You can typically expect 2 to 3 groups of riders with a Blackwater pace scale as follows:
A group - riding speeds of 22 to 30 mph with a finishing moving average of 22+
B group - They're getting frisky. Typical riding speeds are 18 to 24 mph with a finished moving average of 18.5 to 20.5 mph
C group and lower - riding speeds depends the company, anticipate riding speeds of 15 to 20 mph depending upon the wind and ongoing conversations. Finished moving average 16-17 mph.THE DESTINATION MAY CHANGE WITH THE 'C' GROUP!! The core group of riders has been in Blackwater for years and will sometimes opt for a different route than the faster groups.
Truly Spokin address: 5172 Stewart St., Milton
If you have any questions regarding the ride, the quickest way to get a response is to post a question on the Blackwater Cycling Facebook page.
Also feel free to contact David Murphy (murf524@gmail.com)
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Monday Meander from Truly Spokin on Tippin Ave.Monday Meander from Truly Spokin on Tippin Ave.
The Wheelmen version of the "Slow Ride"! The pace is 14-16 mph (16 MAX!). The route is a 7 mile lap around the Pensacola Airport. You can do one, two or three laps with the group. Helmets are required but not spandex. Come on out for a casual nearly flat ride! Beginners welcome! For more info, contact David Murphy (murf524@gmail.com).
Start/End from Truly Spokin bike shop (6103 Tippin Ave.)
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Taco Tuesday Airport Loop from RMB and Summit&MaygardenTaco Tuesday Airport Loop from RMB and Summit&MaygardenTuesdays 6pm from Ride More Bicycles >>> Taco Tuesday Airport LoopNote there is an optional 6:35pm starting point from Summit & Maygarden to join the group as they ride past. It's a 15mile loop from Summit&Maygarden or you can do the full 30mile trip from RMB (or you can join in anywhere along the route...see map link below). Lights front & rear are obviously required.[View Route Map] RMB store: 59 E. Gregory St., Pcola 32502
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Wed Touring RideWed Touring Ride
9a from a location near Milton. Please see the full information for each ride, including changes to the ride day due to weather, are posted on the Blackwater Cyclists Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Blackwatercyclists.
The ride concept is a slower paced social ride averaging between 13 and 15 mph. Most rides will involve a group meal stop mid-ride or at the end of the ride. Average distance will typically be between 40 and 60 miles. Different starting locations (usually in Santa Rosa county) give riders the opportunity to ride a variety of new and different mostly rural routes. The typical group size is about a dozen riders although all are welcome. Plan to ride together, stop for pictures, and enjoy the company of some friendly cyclists!
For more details contact Ernie Conner at ecconnerjr@aol.com
WFW Wednesday Ride from WSRE parking lotWFW Wednesday Ride from WSRE parking lotAll Abilities are welcome!!! Meet in the big parking lot behind WSRE on College Blvd. just 200 yds. from the light on 12th Ave. A and B Groups available. A group is fast (20mph+), B not as fast (17-19) and is a 'no drop' ride.
Roll out at 5:30p. View Route Map
We look forward to seeing you!
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Thursday Night from TREK StoreThursday Night from TREK Store
Join us for this fun, safe, fast paced ride (32miler) through the nice neighborhoods of Pensacola (west meets east). Roll out at 6p from the TREK store (701 E. Cervantes St.) Lights (front and back) are mandatory!! No Drop ride. You can also easily make this an 18 mile ride doing the first half.
[Click Here] for Route Map
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WFW / AMF 'Round the Bay' from BagelheadsWFW / AMF 'Round the Bay' from Bagelheads
If you're up for a hammerfest, join Ian Lintner and his friends for a super-fast (22mph+) ride "Round the Bay". This is a 'drop ride'. Have fun trying to hang on to this fast moving train!
Start/Finish: Bagelheads (916 E. Gregory St.)
WFW in the Country - Blackwater River State ForestWFW in the Country - Blackwater River State ForestWe meet at the Blackwater Heritage Trail head next to Truly Spokin' in Milton each Saturday morning.
The ride has been a staple of the area for 18+ years and counting with anywhere from 20 to 50 riders on any given Saturday. There are 7 convenience stores located 15 to 28 miles from the Trail head start/finish. One of these stores is the usual Saturday destination. The distance of the ride will vary from 42 to 55+ miles and is typically posted by Thursday afternoon on the Blackwater Cycling Facebook page. The pace varies as well. You can typically expect 2 to 3 groups of riders with a Blackwater pace scale as follows:
A group - riding speeds of 22 to 30 mph with a finishing moving average of 22+
B group - They're getting frisky. Typical riding speeds are 18 to 24 mph with a finished moving average of 18.5 to 20.5 mph
C group and lower - riding speeds depends the company, anticipate riding speeds of 15 to 20 mph depending upon the wind and ongoing conversations. Finished moving average 16-17 mph.THE DESTINATION MAY CHANGE WITH THE 'C' GROUP!! The core group of riders has been in Blackwater for years and will sometimes opt for a different route than the faster groups.
Truly Spokin address: 5172 Stewart St., Milton
If you have any questions regarding the ride, the quickest way to get a response is to post a question on the Blackwater Cycling Facebook page.
Also feel free to contact David Murphy (murf524@gmail.com)