After completing the upper 100 miles of the Double Century route this past Sunday (a very nice route, indeed!) I am no longer planning to do the Double Century this year. However, as a goal, I would like to consider using the upper loop plus additional parts of the Double Century route to create a longer route than a century, but shorter than the Double. Perhaps a 1.25 to 1.5 Century.

So far, I'm considering using Pawling as the start and finish location. That would add about 16 more miles to the route. In addition, the route going south from Pawling to Croton Falls is very nice, and as you may know, Rt. 22, the road coming north from Croton Falls to Pawling is commercial and has more traffic. I'll look to see if there are any good places to cut over to Rt. 22 above Croton Falls.

I'm a B pace rider and finished the upper 100 at 14.5 pace. By creating a 1.25 to 1.5 Century, it would allow B pace riders to tackle this challenge without the worry of losing daylight. In addition, it would be nice for everyone to gather for food and conversation in Pawling after the ride.

Who would be interested in a ride like this?

Best, Ave