Let’s meet at O’Donnell’s Farmhouse and ride around the valley.
Remember the bridge from downtown Mount Vernon is being painted & traffic is restricted to westbound only. Fir Island, Bennett Road or Hwy 20 are alternates for returning eastbound after the ride.
Not many hills.
It’s highly encouraged to preview the route in Ride With GPS (RWGPS):
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49175633
Both e-bikes and acoustic are welcome.
Safe bike handling skills are required.
E-bike riders can expect to ride at a pedal bike social pace of 12-15 mph.
Faster riders feel free to pull ahead as a group.
This route is easy to add on to, grow the mileage as high as you would like.
Let’s buddy up and/or look out for each other.
Helmets and more are required:
· Download the Ride with GPS route
· Front and rear lights (suggested)
· Flat kit with bike multi-tool
· Water and snacks
· Fully charged phone
· ID and emergency contact info
· and Proficiency using all the above
Sign up for this ride online and complete the release/waiver.
Join the Skagit Bicycle Club to receive notifications of rides and other social events. At $30/individual or $35/family per year it’s tremendous value.
John