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Bike the Alpharetta Greenway - 11:15 am




The Basics:
Event Type:Bike
Event Location: Marconi Drive (off Windward Parkway)   Bike: Bike the Alpharetta Greenway - 11:15 am  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Feb 25 2012  11:15 am >> Sat, Feb 25 2012 2:15 pm
Registration Opens: Mon, Feb 20 2012 9:05 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Feb 24 2012 8:00 pm
Event Duration:3 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:16 Miles
Pace:Leisurely
Trip Leader(s):
Paula Schubert
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 11 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
The Big Creek Greenway is primarily a 12-foot wide concrete path that meanders through the deciduous woods along Big Creek. The greenway offers an ideal setting for walking, jogging, inline roller blading, and biking. The trail is approximately 8 miles in length. We'll be biking in and out for a total of 16 miles.

Speed limit on the Alpharetta Greenway is 10 MPH.

We normally ride around 10-12 MPH depending on the group and traffic on the Greenway.


IMPORTANT NOTE(s):
  • YOU are responsible for your bike maintenance or repairs on the trail.
  • All levels of riding ability and all types of bikes are welcome.
  • Bike Helmet is REQUIRED! (No helmet, no ride)


Required Items to Bring:
  • Bike (All types are welcome)
  • Helmet is REQUIRED!
  • Water
  • Spare tire tube
  • Tool(s) for removing your wheel (for those who do not have quick-release wheels)
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Trail snacks
  • Bike tools
  • Camelbak

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Driving directions to Marconi Dr

US-19 N

- Head northeast on US-19 N
- Take exit 11 for Windward Pkwy toward Alpharetta
- Turn right onto Windward Pkwy
- Turn right onto Marconi Dr

The parking lot will be on your left



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Notes:
You MUST be able to perform your own bike maintenance should you have any mechanical issues.

This ride will be cancelled or rescheduled in the event of rain.
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.


Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.