Guest blogger: Sandie Smith

Thirty-five miles of mostly flat riding?  We’re not in Kansas anymore Toto.  That’s not possible in the PNW!  Well Michael Moreland would disagree.  Join him on Friday Jan. 25 and he’ll prove it.  You’ll begin the trek from Russell Rd Park in Kent at 10 a.m.  There’s no cue sheet but the moderate paced ride will regroup occasionally.  You’ll meander down country roads, bike trails and city streets to Sumner and back.  Steady rain, ice, or snow will cancel.  Got questions?  Give Michael a call, or check out the Cascade web listing for more details.

Looking for more riding opportunities? All Cascade free daily rides are published online. Everyone is welcome, but if you’re new, please read through our information for newcomers and parents.

Guest Blogger: Sandie Smith

Are you one of the 100 million Americans who will make resolutions over the next several weeks?  The top four goals for Americans are

1. Save Money
2. Lose Weight
3. Make Healthy Choices
4. Stop Smoking

Are all of those on your list? Then we’ve got a four-in-one deal for you: Hop on your bike!   A bike ride can save on gas, burn calories, improve cardiovascular strength and make you happy.   And studies show that those who incorporate exercise into their stop-smoking plans are the ones more likely to succeed.

So what are you waiting for?  Start out right on January 1st with a steady-paced (12-14 mph) ride through Interlaken, South Lake Union, Myrtle Edwards Park, Discovery Park and the Fisherman’s Terminal.  This 20-ish-mile ride will start at Gas Works Park at 10:00 a.m.  Your leaders, Les Weppler and Travis Coleman, will keep the group together and encourage you up the hills and help meet your goals.

But the help doesn’t end there.  Cascade offers lots of resources to help you stick to those resolutions.

- We offer over 15,000 free daily rides to get you out riding with friends every day of the year! Everyone is welcome.
- Unsure about riding in city traffic?  Join us for the Urban Cycling Techniques class!
- Don’t know what to do if you get a flat?  Join our Fix a Flat class.

With Cascade Bicycle Club behind you, 2013 could be your best year ever!

Guest Blogger: Mary Remoaldo

Layer up, attach those new blinky lights you got for Christmas, and join Alexa Volwiler for a brisk-paced ride in Bellevue starting at 5:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 26.

South Bellevue Park and Ride is the starting point for this 22-mile evening ride in search of the best holiday lights in area neighborhoods.

It’s a hilly ride, so we suggest you DO eat that extra serving of Christmas pudding!  Front and rear lights are required.  Steady rain cancels. If it’s snowing and you want to show off those studded bike tires from Santa, we’ll all oooh and ahhh, but we still won’t ride.

Looking for more riding opportunities?  All Cascade free daily rides are published online.  Everyone is welcome, but if you’re new, please read through our information for newcomers and parents.

We're hoping this guy shows up again!

Guest blogger: Sandie Smith

Roll into the holiday spirit with ease this weekend.  These two rides will give you an opportunity to get in a few miles at a slower pace than the rest of the holiday season seems to rush at.

On Friday, Dec. 21, join Serena for a 5:30 p.m. ride out of Gas Works Park.  This Winter Solstice ride marks the turning point as we head toward those long gorgeous days of summer. You’ll ride on mostly flat terrain for 10 to 15 miles… if it’s not raining. Come out with Serena and help us light up the night!

If that ride whets your appetite, satiate it with a rolling ride to the U-District Farmers Market for a handmade dessert and perhaps a little last minute holiday shopping.  In fact, you can fill your bike basket with all sorts of produce and unique goodies.  Renee will gather the cheerful for an easy-paced 10 to 12 mile ride on Saturday, Dec. 22 at the Lake City Library. Arrive a few minutes early for a 10 a.m. departure… if it’s not raining.

Looking for more riding opportunities? All Cascade free daily rides are published online. Everyone is welcome, but if you’re new, please read through our information for newcomers and parents.