We've done a ride similar to this in the fall. This will be the winter version. Who knows, maybe we will create the Four Seasons of White Pond series; Vivaldi would be happy with us.

Expect temps in the lower 40's with some clouds. For pace, we will target mid 18's with limited regroups. A water stop to fill up bottles will probably be necessary, where is to be determined. Show up at ride start in time for a punctual departure and with a few minutes to spare for the pre-ride safety and route discussion.

For someone wanting extra miles, see the ride comments section.

Leader Not Coming: Should be above freezing a bit drier by 10am. Joe & I posted this last February. Please arrive before 10am so that we can leave promptly at 10. Elevation around 3100'. Expect a winter pace of 16+ with limited re-grouping. Please note, we will start from the Crittendon School, not the municipal lot. My cell is 914-552-3637

Route.

As per the ride title, this ride almost has it all! Rest stop around 20.2 miles, Mt. Kisco Starbucks. Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to start.

LK's Spring Classic Dirt Series!

Join me as we work up to the Frozen Apple Ride! Each ride will feature a different route with varying elevation profiles.

Length, Elevation, and Route will be updated before the scheduled ride day.

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Today's Ride: Hiroshi's Katonah Dirt #2 (One of my favorites!)
28 miles
2,200' of climbing

This ride is on hardpack and pavement - no gnar! (OK, there's one looser-gravel road towards the end)
Get the blood pumping with plenty of hills and beautiful scenery.
No rest stop; bring plenty of fluids and on-bike nutrition for casual regroups

Target Pace: 11mph average

NO DROP! Leader tends to stay in the back to keep an eye on everyone

Come on out, the dirt is fine!

LK's Spring Classic Dirt Series!

Join me as we work up to the Frozen Apple Ride! Each ride will feature a different route with varying elevation profiles.

Length, Elevation, and Route will be updated before the scheduled ride day.

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Today's Ride: Putnam Dirt 28 (No Sunken or Bells)
28 miles
2,800' of climbing (yes, 100' per mile of climbing)
YOU CAN DO IT! We are working up to the Frozen Apple, which is 40 miles and min. 4,000' of climbing

This is a variation of my Cold Spring Dirt 32 miler, which is one of my favorite routes too. (I have a lot of those)
Think Low Miles, High Smiles, Little Bit of Leg Burn

Gnar Factor: hardpack and pavement - no gnar!
Get the blood pumping with plenty of hills and beautiful scenery.
No rest stop; bring plenty of fluids and on-bike nutrition for casual regroups

Target Pace: 11 mph average

NO DROP! Leader tends to stay in the back to keep an eye on everyone

Co-leads welcome to accommodate a range of paces. Hit me up if you are interested.

LK's Spring Classic Dirt Series!

Join me as we work up to the Frozen Apple Ride! Each ride will feature a different route with varying elevation profiles.

Length, Elevation, and Route will be updated before the scheduled ride day.

LK's Spring Classic Dirt Series!

Join me as we work up to the Frozen Apple Ride! Each ride will feature a different route with varying elevation profiles.

Length, Elevation, and Route will be updated before the scheduled ride day.

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Today's Ride: The Hills of Dover Plains
32 miles
3,700' of climbing (you are reading that correctly)
Target avg: 10 mph (remember, there is 115' per mile of climbing)

INTENSE but Beautiful route near Wassaic!
The first hill is a doozy. Don't think too much - just keep pedaling.

This is an A-level route.
LIMITED SERVICES so bring plenty of fluids and on-bike nutrition.
NO REST STOP but we will regroup as needed

Park across the street from the Cumberland Farms (3205 NY-22, Dover Plains, NY 12522).
DO NOT PARK AT THE GAS STATION!

YOU MUST Sign In TO RIDE THIS EVENT.


If you're into early season lactic acid burning in your legs and have a sense of adventure, this ride is for you.

Kick off your spring gravel season with Sign In! Starting and ending at River Outpost Brewery in Peekskill, the 40-mile course is designed to be beautiful and challenging - including 2.5 miles of unmaintained roads and about 4,500' of climbing. About 70% of the course is dirt - most of the pavement is getting in and out of Peekskill.

This ride is not for beginners or those that prefer smooth hardpacked dirt. Conditions will be unpredictable, including wash-outs, potholes, ruts, rocks, sand, mud, ice, snow, or any combination of these conditions.

We also have no idea what the weather will be like in March. It could be sunny and 60*, could be 35* and sleeting. The ride will be on like Donkey Kong unless there is a state of emergency, in which case we will be in touch with registered riders.

All riders will receive a token for a beer at the end of the ride. River Outpost will have food and additional beverages available for purchase.

The Frozen Apple is presented by Sign In and Sign In in partnership with Sign In.

Putting this in the ride calendar as a "save the date" for the 2020 Ride Leaders' Summit. This year's agenda is still being worked out but the place/date/time are known. We will meet on April 5th at Hillside Church in Armonk as in the past. The start time will be 2:45pm and end at 5:00pm. All ride leaders and perspective new ride leaders are encouraged to attend this informative session. Refreshments to be provided. Sign up and reserve the date in your personal calendar!