Something easy, breezy for spring…Big Crank's first recreational ride of the season ~ Back on Der Bike!  Come meet veteran and new Big Crankers ~ an easy ride with no spandex required

When:  April 4, 2008
Time:   10:00am start – estimated return 1-1:30pm ~ please arrive early to unload your bikes and do that Big Crank hobnobin' thing.
Where:  Defiance, MO to Augusta, MO on the Katy Trail

We'll start in Defiance, Missouri at the Katy Trail Trailhead
There will be a brief intro to Big Crank Cycling and some riding readiness Q&A.

We will ride 4 miles to Matson then 3.3 miles on to Augusta
In Augusta we will break for a little lunch at the microbrewery.
The ride back to Defiance will be all the more pleasant – just trickier balancing the bike☺

Don't forget all the essentials:  
*Your helmet (gray matter matters) – All Big Crank rides require a helmet
*Water bottle (muscles love water)
*Money for lunch & beverages (did you think I was buying?)
*A cell phone (for your personal SAG support or to call ahead your beer order)

We'll ride together at a recreational pace, but folks should should find a pace at which they are comfortable.
**For those wanting a bit more challenge - try starting at Weldon Spring (21 miles round trip) or go on to Marthasville after lunch and make it a 40 miler.**
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Ride Leader:  Claire Wyneken   cell: 314-324-9722

For maps to the trailhead or other Katy Trail rides:  www.bikekatytrail.com