Between Devens and Purgatory (29, 42, 56)

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Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

• Rider Guidelines
• Group Riding Guidelines
• Pedestrian Awareness Guidelines

Ride Overview

Start: 27 Jackson Rd, Devens, MA 01434
Start Time: 9:30 am
Regroup/ Rest Stop Location(s): Monument Square Market. No rest stop on 29 mile route

Distance(s): 29, 42, 56
Average Pace(s): Medium route: 15-16 mph & 12-14 mph
How to Determine Your Average Pace

Elevation Profile: [Flat / Rolling / Moderate Hills / Hilly]
Surface: Road
Group Intent: Steady
Group Structure: [Regrouping / Pace Groups / Drop Ride
Ride Leadership:  Multiple Leaders
Sweep Coverage:  No Sweep

Ride Attribute Definitions 

Route(s):

29 miles

42 miles

56 miles

Please arrive 15 minutes before start time.

Ride Description

Come join us for a tour of the back roads of north central Massachusetts.

The short ride encompasses Shirley, Townsend, Pepperell and Groton. the medium ride crosses into southern New Hampshire and has a rest stop at the Monument Square Market.

The long ride goes further into NH, all the way up to Milford. This route also stops at Monument Square Market.

Please note there is no place to get water or food along the 29 mile route

Meeting Location

Parking lot of large brick building on left side of Jackson Rd.

Parking

Parking lot of large brick building on left side of Jackson Rd.  

Restrooms

None available at ride start

Weather Cancellation

Rain cancels. Please check for updates Friday May 1st

Ride Leader

John O'Dowd  (bikejon@verizon.net)   978-760-4705
Ellen Gugel  (emgugel@verizon.net)

Program or Ride Series (Optional)

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