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Ride Overview
Please join us for a Celebration of the life of Eli Post. We will dedicate a bench for him along the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail in Chelmsford MA, and reflect on his contributions to the Charles River Wheelers.
Eli was the living embodiment of CRW. He was a core member of the club, serving as president, VP of Rides, editor of Wheel People, and of course ride leader.
He was a great motivator and encouraged others to give back to the club. He dedicated many hours improving how the club ran, organizing new comer rides, making sure Wheel People had quality content, and even manning the hot dog grill after century rides. His contributions are too numerous to list here.
Eli's bench is located near Heart Pond, a short distance from our starting location. After the dedication ceremony, we will ride the back roads of Chelmsford and Westford together, as engaging in a club ride is the best way to commemorate his service to the club.
Start: Byam School, 25 Maple Rd, Chelmsford, MA
Ride Start Time: 9:30
The group will ride a short distance to Heart Pond picnic area where they may share their stories of Eli before walking to the bench for the dedication at 10 AM.
Distance(s): 24 miles and 44 miles
Regroup/ Rest Stop Location(s):
- 24 miles: none
- 44 miles: TBD
Average Pace(s):
- 24 miles: 12 mph and 15 mph
- 44 mile pace: 14-15 mph
How to Determine Your Average Pace
Elevation Profile: Rolling Hills
Surface: Road
Group Intent: Steady
Group Structure: Regrouping / Pace Groups
Ride Leadership: Multiple Leaders
Sweep Coverage: TBD
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Meeting Location and Parking
Directions
Byam School, 25 Maple Rd, Chelmsford, MA
Do not park at Heart Pond
Please arrive 15 min before start time.
Restrooms
Heart Pond (bench dedication site)
Weather Cancellation
Dedication ceremony is rain or shine. Ride will depend on the weather.
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