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Fulshear - Training Ride #01

  • 07-Jan-2023
  • 08:00 - 13:00
  • Wertheimer Middle School, 4240 Farm to Market Rd 723, Rosenberg, TX 77471

Registration

  • Non-member attending an SCC ride
  • Sign up for this week's Long Ride (usually between 45-55 miles). Select a route length to give us an idea but you can change when you sign-in or even along the route.
  • Sign up for this week's Medium Ride (usually between 35-45 miles). Select a route length to give us an idea but you can change when you sign-in or even along the route.
  • Sign up for this week's Short Ride (usually between 25-35 miles). Select a route length to give us an idea but you can change when you sign-in or even along the route.
  • Sign up for this week's Long Ride (usually between 55 - 65 miles). Select a route length to give us an idea but you can change when you sign-in or even along the route.
  • Experienced SCC members can lead a No-Drop group of new or less experienced riders at an agreed average speed on an agreed route. Volunteer should also sign up as a Rider to record their ride participation.
  • Volunteer who will drive the trailer to and from the ride start. Must arrive with trailer by 7am.
  • Purchase food before the ride and bring to ride start.

    Set up registration table and help riders sign up for rides. Needs to arrive early enough to prepare own bike, kit and then mange the registration table.
  • Preferable someone who has experience of SAG duties and can organise the other SAG drivers along the routes.
  • One of the club officers or an ex officer is responsible for coordinating and executing the weekly ride. Usually the last person to leave once all riders have been accounted for and trailer has been packed.
  • Rest Stop Host are responsible for setting up and hosting a rest stop along the route. Once SAG has confirmed all riders have passed the Rest Stop the host can return to the Start location
  • SAG Drivers should be able to aid riders with difficulties along the route. If unable to resolve the problem then be able to transport the Rider and Bike to the nearest Rest Stop or back to the Start.
Registration is closed

Welcome to the 2023 training season.  For our first ride, we will be riding from Wertheimer Middle School. Arrive early (7:30am) to ensure enough time to get your gear ready and hear the safety and ride announcements. We roll out at 8 am.

Please study the maps on Ride with GPS, download files to your Navigation device and print a copy of Map and Turn instructions if you require paper copies.

COVID: For the safety of all riders and volunteers it is important that we all follow the guidelines. Whilst this is outside it is important to follow some basic rules. Please review the SCC Covid Guidelines

Volunteer Requirements
  • Equipment Managers must have a vehicle to haul a trailer to/from the ride. Vehicle must be 6 cyl or *3,000* lbs towing power
  • Early Season Coaches must have attended a GRS class in the past 3 years, have confident bike skills, and have ridden with the club the previous season.
  • Email volunteer@slbcycling.org with questions

PREPARATION: Make sure to prepare yourself during the week so Friday evening you can relax and sleep easy knowing you are ready for the training ride. Preparing yourself and your equipment will minimize the need for assistance during the ride. 

  • Bike - ABC Check. If you have not ridden your bike for a while then check carefully, oil the chain, ride around the block
    • Contact your Local Bike Shop early if repairs are needed
  • Clothing, Gloves - with layered options, weather is looking excellent for January but it could start chilly
  • Helmet, Shoes - check the clips
  • Water Bottles - check they are clean especially inside the mouthpiece for old gatorade residue
  • Lights - Batteries charged or replaced
  • GPS Device - charged, routes downloaded - review the routes on Ride with GPS or the PDF, be familiar with your options before the ride morning
  • Mirror - once you've tried it you will not look back check at your LBS or online
We are offering a No-Drop Group Ride at this event This means you ride in a group at a agreed-upon pace on an agreed-upon route. It's a good way to get to know other people who ride like you! To join:
  • Be ready and meet near the sign-in table 10-15 minutes before ride start.
  • Nearly anyone can volunteer to lead the group. Your GRS need to be up to date and you need recent SCC ride experience. Sign up to volunteer.

Parking: Start Location is Wertheimer Middle School

- Please park in the lot behind the Jr High as indicated by the large red "X".



Weather Forecast for the Ride
Ride With GPS Route Maps for Fulshear
    • Short - 22 miles - RS#1 @ 10 miles
    • Medium - 33 miles - RS#1 @ 10 miles, RS#2 @ 15 miles, RS#1 again @ 21 miles
    • Long - 45 miles - RS#1 @ 10 miles, RS#2 @ 15 miles, RS#3 @ 26 miles,  RS#1 again @ 34 miles
    • Ultra - 55 miles - RS#1 @ 10 miles, RS#2 @ 25 miles, RS#3 @ 35 miles,  RS#1 again @ 44 miles

  • PDF Map - Download and Print if you require a paper Copy

    • Access RWG from your mobile device or through their website. sign in to your RWG account. All SCC members should register the first time on the Ride With GPS Slb Cycling Club site to access the routes which are only visible to Members:  This link provides an auto Join to the SCC Club account.
      • If you already have a RWG account then sign-in
      • If you do not have a RWG account then create one. You only need the starter (free) account
        • Members do NOT have to ask to be a friend of any one else's personnel RWG account to access the SCC routes
        • Members do NOT have to have a paid RWG account to access the SCC routes
    • RWG provides route output in multiple formats especially for digital GPS devices (Garmin, Wahoo etc) and also mobile Apps for iPhone and Android.
      1. The format for GPS devices includes the Turn by Turn indications using the TCX or FIT formats. Check the best format for your device.
      2. The RWG mobile Apps provide Voice Navigation and Offline Maps with no need to use data whilst riding. The Voice and Notification for navigation still works with the screen off. Users can install the RWG App on their device, sign in with their RWG account (created above). The SCC Events and Routes will automatically appear under My Club when published.
    • RWG is NOT being used for Event sign-up, Members must still register for each ride on the SCC webpage.


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