The Rocket Ride is a forum for throwing-down on Saturday morning, so challenging that simple participation is exhilarating.
Every Saturday at 9am from November until February.
Log Boom Park, Kenmore
Coffee: 8:30am
Ride start: 9am
Ride type: Intense, ~22 mph
Distance: 43 miles
Climbing: ~2,800 ft.
Finishing time of the lead group: ~2 hours
Feels like: 4 hours
Club affiliation: Open to all
Finishing coffee: Woodinville Starbucks, until ~11:45am
Comparable rides: Swamis in San Diego, Rose Bowl Ride in Pasadena, River Ride in Sacramento, and The Shootout in Tucson.
Our friend David Longdon talked to David “Rocket” Richter about the origins of the Rocket Ride for the SeattlePI’s Velocity blog.
“What are your tips for riders who want to give it a go?”
Be brave.
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