Because nobody wants to hear me whine and complain going up Jacob’s Ladder 😉

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For those of you looking for a slightly longer more challenging ride out  of CTMB. 

This route is not to be taken lightly, it hits some of our most favorite roads enjoyed by novices and experts alike. So, get on your bike and celebrate the glory of biking with friends, cheers !!

Now that we all have some spring miles on our legs it’s time to take on Jacob’s ladder.  Weather looks great so we can always add on some miles in the great swamp area if the group is feeling good.

Please note that this is a drop ride but the riders are always willing to work with strong C riders to help them bridge up.  

This is a different ride from CTMB that we are used too.  This one is looking for the hills, and this one does not disappoint.  There are no planned stops so make sure you bring your legs, fluids and proper nutrition. 

PARK IN COMMUTER LOT ACROSS FROM BALLFIELDS (Little League games are going on). We'll make our customary stop near the end at Smartworld Coffee on Diamond Spring Road in Denville. I will lead/sweep at the low end of C pace.

Pleasant ride through Rockaway Valley, while easily avoiding Split Rock Rd. Ride through Mtn. Lakes then on to Denville on new quiet back roads.

Summer temps to start a new week.  Earlier start to avoid the hottest part of the day.  Don't forget sunscreen and lots of fluids.

My ride guidelines:

1. I will sweep as per the Ride Leader manual.
2. I expect at least 1 person to ride with me, especially since I have no way of knowing in advance if I’ll have a defibrillator event.  (Rare, but still possible.)
3. I prefer that all who sign up commit to riding within the club’s average speed for the posted pace and prefer you not sign up if you plan to exceed the maximum average speed for the posted pace. Anyone who chooses to ride faster than the maximum average speed for the posted pace will be considered to be on your own unless you stop to regroup periodically. 
4. Please be able to maintain the minimum average speed for the posted pace, however, no one will be dropped. 
5. No one rides alone. 
6. Keep an eye on your fellow riders: bikes break, accidents happen, medical emergencies happen.
7. Please do not sign up for this ride if you are unwilling to follow these guidelines.

This ride is a longer version of #512 that goes through Raritan and alongside the Duke Estate.

We will stop for fluids and BR break in Lambertville. Be prepared for the heat. 

Similar to tour 1124 but it avoids PA by taking a detour at mile 18.6*  and goes straight to Lambertville (avoiding Stockton and about 3 miles of boring, flat, busy roads along the river).