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2nd Annual Spring Urban Bike Adventure + Jazzfest




The Basics:
Event Type:Bike
Event Location: Oakhurst / East Lake / Kirkwood   Bike: 2nd Annual Spring Urban Bike Adventure + Jazzfest   National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Thu, Apr 25 2013  6:00 pm >> Thu, Apr 25 2013 7:30 pm
Registration Opens: Thu, Mar 21 2013 9:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Apr 24 2013 12:00 pm
Event Duration:1 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:8.5 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
John L
Amy
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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:6
Number Registered So Far: 10 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Here we are again!

Enjoy urban bike rides and beautiful scenery?  Like to sit and relax to evening outdoor music with friends? Then join us for an Urban Bike Adventure taking you through some of the scenic and historic portions of East Lake, Oakhurst and Kirkwood, followed by cool music as we enjoy Jazzfest at the Scottish Rite!

We'll be biking a pleasant 8.5 mile ride with several photo op locations along the way.  This route has been scouted several times and will keep us off the busy roads throughout our journey.   HOWEVER, there are a few steep hills on this ROAD ride so previous biking experience is necessary.   We'll be biking at a moderate pace, with several scheduled stops to allow the group to stay together.  Our starting and stopping point will be in front of the Oakhurst Church (next to the new Family Dollar).  

Along the bike route, we'll be visiting a few neat locations near Agnes Scott College and downtown Kirkwood.  Afterwards, we reconvene at Oakhurst, stow our bikes, then proceed to enjoy Jazzfest on the Scottish Rite lawn in Oakhurst (this part is  OPTIONAL) 

Our pace will be determined by the group and our stops in between, but count on an easy pace of 10-12 MPH. 

This bike ride has been rated a D2 as there are several steep hills, so it requires some intermediate levels of riding ability. All types of bikes are welcome.

I'd like to start PROMPTLY at 6:00 pm so please plan accordingly.  

IMPORTANT NOTES:

PARKING:  They charge $5 to park in the large parking lot in front of the Oakhurst church, but STREET PARKING IS FREE.  I recommend arriving no later than 5:40 pm so you have time to prep your bike and make your way to the Oakhurst Church parking lot where we will be starting and ending the bike ride.

YOU are responsible for your bike maintenance or repairs on this ride (although we won't ever be too far from home base).

A lock for your bike is not necessary, but if you decide you'd like to attend Jazzfest, you might want to lock and secure your bike.


Required Items to Bring:

• Your own bike
• 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.

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Clean shirt to change into
• Blanket or chair for Jazzfest (high camping chairs not allowed)
• Bike Lock is optional
• Your own cooler of drinks / snacks


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Oakhurst Church Parking Lot (next to Family Dollar)

630 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30317

-84.304635‎, 33.760284


If you are traveling from Atlanta:

• Take I-20 East from Atlanta, take exit 61B Glenwood Ave. Turn left onto Glenwood Ave.
• After 1.3 miles, turn left onto 2nd Ave SE
• After 1.4 miles, turn right onto East Lake Drive
• After 0.3 miles, Oakhurst Church is on your left. 

Recommended streets to Park are Oakview Road or West Hill Street.   It is free to park on the street.  They charge $5 to park in the Church parking lot.


Notes:

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


* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.


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

This ride will be cancelled in the event of rain.