Ride Description: This ride is Co-Ed. This is a faster-paced ride and not for beginners. Ride distance is about 10 miles. Bring two charged lights.
Route: About the Trails: Big Finn/Saint Edwards is forested, pretty, single-track trails that are mostly rooty, spicy green/easier blue technical ratings. Also, there are some single black technical and steep trails to ride if the group wants to ride a few single blacks.
Skill Level:
Intermediate — capable of technical climbing and descending on single black trails with little hike a bike.
Pace:
Moderate to Fast — continuous pace with fewer stops; expect a good workout and minimal breaks.
Crank Sisters has a no-drop policy – we will regroup often.
Our rides follow a “no drop” policy — no rider will be left behind. However, if a rider’s skill level or equipment is not suitable for the planned route, for safety and group integrity, the rider may be asked to return to the start with an escort. This ensures a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Age: This ride is limited to 18+ years old unless riding with a parent or guardian. All riders need to meet the above experience requirements.
E-Bikes: King County Parks adopts the same position as DNR: You can legally use E-Bikes on trails if you have an ADA place card in your car. Here is the link to trails that allow E-Bikes without needing an ADA card: https://www.evergreenmtb.org/ebikeaccess.
Waiver: Before you RSVP for this ride, please sign the waiver at https//.www.evergreenmtb.org/my/waiver: Right click and click open in new window. This waiver needs to be signed once a year. When you click the link, it will tell you whether you have signed this year. If not, it will give you a link to sign it.
Directions: Henry David Thoreau Elementary School, 8224 NE 138th St, Kirkland, WA 98034. Park your car in the parking area facing the forest. We are parking here because it will be dark and parking at the Lacrosse/Ball Fields may be gated at dusk.
- Restroom: There is a restroom at Big Finn lacrosse field just a 2 minute ride from the parking at Henry David Thoreau Elementary School.
How to cancel: Please cancel your RSVP before the ride time if you can’t make the ride. Text the rider leader Bobbie Howard: 425-219-3110 if you have to cancel within two hours of the ride.Please RSVP at least 2 hours before the ride.