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Ride Description:
Want to ride the X-Mass in July ride but can't get a car ride out there? Bike out there instead.
The route is based on a GCN video of the route: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZnCkl4AYR8 We discovered in 2022 that GCN didn't actually bike the entire route so do don't rely on the route GCN posted.
It's a hard ride with some dirt roads in the mix. Plan to stay overnight at the top of Greylock to start X-Mass in the morning. My story about the ride from last year:
https://dougcornelius.com/2022/07/wachusett-to-greylock/
It will be a no-drop ride, but the pace will be brisk.
Ride Start Location:
We'll be leaving the Wachusett Commuter Rail station at 7:00am. The earliest train is at 9:00 am and is too late. The X-Mass ends in Boston so you will need to ride to the start or get a ride to the start. If you are only planning to ride to Greylock, you'll need to arrange for a ride home.
Ride Leader(s):
Doug Cornelius 617-416-0000
Co-Leaders: Tim Campbell and Martin Hayes
Link to RwGPS Route
Updated Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42417904
Expect the ride to take 9 hours in the saddle and 12 hours elapsed time with stops.
Logistics:
We have a bunk room for Saturday Night at Bascom Lodge and will have dinner at the Lodge.
Bring a seat pack with a change of clothes, chargers, and a fresh kit. I used this: https://www.rei.com/product/188016/ortlieb-seat-pack-saddle-bag-11-liters?
There are stops along the way for food and drinks. But no support vehicle. Carry repair equipment, credit card and a phone. You'll need to fix any mechanical or take an Uber home.
Logistics Call:
Time: Jul 3, 2023 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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