Shawnee Trail Cycling Club

At the request of our members ( we do listen ) and the desire to fill a gap in our ride offerings, we developed the Easy Rider. This ride is at 13-15mph with no sprints and is designed for those that wish to do more distance and faster pace than the West Frisco Cruiser, but aren’t yet up to the pace of the Saturday RBM ride. This is also an ideal ride to learn and practice group riding skills. Our ride leaders, with a smile on their face , will gladly work with you on the nuances and fun of safe group riding. The start time is 8:00 am on Saturdays, but watch our calendar, forum and this site...

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See all the rides listed on the site and still not sure what ride to take? Is it too fast, too slow, too many hills (maybe too few ?). Over the years we've adopted the use of a rating scale, similar to one seen at other clubs across the country. Check it out and join us on a ride soon! Still have questions, contact our Ride Coordinator...

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Follow this ride on the Shawnee Trail CC Forum, Facebook and Twitter. Club Waiver Policy Wheels Down: 6:30pm year round (bring those lights for the winter) Distance: 35 miles (A & B); 27 miles (C) Ride Rating: 2C / 2D !NEW Start Location: Burger Girl - 9250 Dallas Pkwy # 130, Frisco, TX Ride Leader(s): Joel Hoback (972-533-0868) Email us at ride@shawneetrailcyclingclub.com This ride has three(3) Strava Segments. Check below and see how you compare! Route Maps Winter Diversion at Hidden Cove Park The restrooms have been closed to avoid freezing at our normal stop. Hidden Cove officials have...

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One constant we know of life is that nothing is constant and change will happen. Nowhere is that more true than on bike routes. We've been fortunate that our rides have had only minimal impact over the past 5 years, but that now seems to be changing across the board. Once the construction is done, we'll find life back at ease with some of the best riding opportunities in the region. In the meantime, we'll go with the flow, watch the construction schedules and do everything we can, including working with the local governments, to keep our rides safe and fun - one without the other is not acceptable...

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When Bill started this ride, it was because he had other commitments on Thursdays for the summer and just wanted something to do for 10 or 12 weeks. As our club grows, we're finding that once you start a ride it's very difficult to kill it - nothing is temporary. By popular request, the Wednesday Night Special will live on. Shawnee Trail Ride Leaders have stepped up to carry it into the winter. That's right, Shawnee Trail Cycling Club now has another night ride. One more reason to push that trainer into the corner and hit the road with us, no matter the weather or how much light is out. The route...

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When the weather is not nice and sunny, it's not unusual for those new to our rides, or those that don't know how crazy some of our members are to ask - "Are we riding tomorrow?". It might be raining, or cold or high winds predicted. Well, awhile back I came up with this simple chart to help people know when we're not on the road. You'll notice that's not very often, given conditions here in North Texas. We don't normally experience the extremes of winter weather that the rest of the country does. That's what makes this region such a wonderful place for cycling. So, stick your toes outside...

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This is an enjoyable ride through east Frisco, Prosper, McKinney, and Allen. Four times a year, this ride becomes a breakfast ride for all to enjoy. We'll see you there! The Hangover Ride , a group put together that does the same route at a slightly lower pace, departs at the same time as the Recovery Ride. This is not yet a consistent ride, so follow the forum and our Facebook page to see if it's leaving this week. Club Waiver Policy Wheels Down: 8:30 a.m. (winter start time) Distance: 40 miles Ride Rating: 3C , Hangover Rating: 3B/C (avg pace will be closer to 16mph) Ride Leaders Joel Hoback...

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Returning to the schedule on February 14, 2012! Do you find it difficult to make it up even those things we call "hills" in North Texas? Does your stomach turn every time you come to a challenging climb? Ride Leaders Steve Landry and Paul Ellenbogen have the potion for your ills with the newest Shawnee Trail Cycling Club ride, the Tuesday Hill Climber. Every Tuesday night at 5:00 pm, barring inclimate weather or schedule conflicts, the group is meeting at the Zen Bar Austin Ranch located at the top of Windhaven Hill. The route is a set of loops, so if you feel you can't make the full...

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This file contains information developed for reference by all riders taking part in our group rides. Not bad advice to follow in any group! Shawnee Trail Cycling Club Group Riding Etiquette ( download ) Feel free to download and distribute. All we ask is that you retain the references to Shawnee Trail Cycling Club and not modify the text in any way. If you have any questions or want to request corrections, please contact our Ride Coordinator . The following picture illustrates general positioning to have (and not) during group rides ....

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Although we're VERY prejudiced and think our rides are the best around, the goal is to get you on your bike. As a cyclist, this area is about as close to ride heaven as you will find. Groups everywhere, of all kinds - recreational, racing, the "I think I'm a racer", beginner - take your pick. Check out our rides , we think you'll enjoy them! And, we'll also post as many of the other local rides local in the Frisco area as we can find. If you have one not listed, email me at ride@shawneetrailcyclingclub.com and I'll do my best. Of course, we'd rather have you on one of the Shawnee Trail...

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