787Cycling Team Weekend Ride
Date: May 25, 2013 @ 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Date: May 26, 2013 @ 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces St
Austin, TX 78701
Led by 787Racing - Saturday and Sunday mornings
These rides are designed just for that…training for racing. These advanced weekly rides vary in routes and distances; and you can bet the pace is fast averaging 22-24 mph with speeds up to 25-26 mph. These are not “no drop" rides. So, having the condition, strength and speed to keep up with the pack is a must! Riders are expected to handle their own mechanicals, and have experience in group riding skills such as rotating pace lines/echelons, etc.
***NEW START TIME***Wheels down at 8:00am.
Route: routes and distance will vary.
General group ride expectation: road bike, clipless pedals, helmet, bike in good working condition, water and nutrition, flat changing tools, and no headphones. We encourage you to ride your bike down. However, if you are driving, please park in the street.
For pre-ride coffee or snack, meet at Juan Pelota Café a half hour before ride time.
Questions or information contact us by email here.
Bike rentals http://www.mellowjohnnys.com/products-and-service/rentals/
Middle of the Road Ride (MOTR)--Creedmoor
Date: May 25, 2013 @ 8:30 am to 11:30 am
Date: June 29, 2013 @ 8:30 am to 11:30 am
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas
Led by the University of Texas Cycling Team
This ride is a great fit for the intermediate rider who has spent some time on the bike riding in groups and on urban roads, but is looking for a bit more challenge in distance and speed. This no drop, co-ed ride averages 17-20mph in the front group, and 15-16mph in the second/sweep group. We typically start in one large group of 50+ people, and naturally split into intermediate and advanced groups. Routes vary from 30-40 miles on in-town bike routes and/or on roads with low to moderate traffic. Riders for this group should have experience riding in groups and understand the etiquette of group riding, be able to change a tire and address minor mechanical issues.
This 35 mile ride begins with a roll out through downtown. The group continues riding south and east to Creedmoor traveling varied terrain. Riders pass an exotic wildlife ranch and spend some time on the old Tuesday Nighter course. There are wonderful views of the city atop the rolling hills along this route.
General group ride expectation: helmet, bike in good working condition, water and nutrition, flat changing tools, and no headphones. We encourage you to ride your bike to the shop. However, if you do drive, please park in the street.
For pre-ride coffee or snack, meet at Juan Pelota Café a half hour before ride time.
For more information or questions contact us by email here.
Bike rentals http://www.mellowjohnnys.com/products-and-service/rentals/
Scout-A-Route: Mueller Meander (extended)
Date: May 25, 2013 @ 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Date: August 3, 2013 @ 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas
This 20+ mile route takes us into the wonderful rolling hills of east Austin to check out the Mueller development. We've changed up the route a bit to add some distance.
These rides are co-hosted by Mellow Johnny’s and the Austin Cycling Association. This no-drop, co-ed group ride is perfect for the cyclist new to riding or bike commuting, returning to the bike or just looking for a more casual ride. The routes are designed to help riders navigate the city bike routes and other safe bike commuting options.
Thank you for making this a popular Saturday morning ride. In response, we are now hosting two groups for this ride. The first group is designed for those who can average 14-16mph for 20-30 miles with one or two regrouping points. This group follows the same route but is provided with an extended mileage option.
The second group is our traditional Scout-a-route. We average 12mph for distances between 15-25 miles with regrouping points.
Both ride distances are intended to explore, so leave your heart rate monitor at home, bring some spare dollars for the occasional refreshment stop and enjoy the view.
General group ride expectation: helmet, bike in good working condition, water and nutrition, flat changing tools, and no headphones. We encourage you to ride your bike down. If driving, please park in the street.
For a pre-ride coffee, meet a half hour before ride time at Juan Pelota’s Café.
For more information contact us by email here.
Bike rental information: http://www.mellowjohnnys.com/products-and-service/rentals/
Mid Century Ride
Date: May 26, 2013 @ 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Location: Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Looking for a more seasoned ride when the fairways are booked? Join us on the Mid Century Ride. It's the new golf. This ride is for the AARP crowd, 50 years and over. We promise not to card you. It's a no drop, intermediate, coed ride that will cover 30-35 miles at a 15-18 mile average. The route will vary each week from hill country rollers to in-town hills. There will be regrouping stops so no rider will be left behind. If you looking for more distinguished company at a ride pace that won't redline your heart rate, meet at the shop at 9:15 and the ride will start at 9:30am. Bring a helmet, bike in good working condition, water and nutrition, and flat changing tools. Please no headphones.
The Mid Century Ride will be twice a month. Check our calendar for future dates.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact peter@mellowjohnnys.com.
T&T Violet Crown Ride
Date: May 28, 2013 @ 7:00 am to 9:00 am
Date: May 30, 2013 @ 7:00 am to 9:00 am
Location:
Tuesday & Thursday Violet Crown Rides!
These new rides for 2013 will be led by the Violet Crown team, and will depart every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 7:00 am. This co-ed one-and-a-half to two hour ride averages 16-18 mph . Riders for this group should have experience riding in groups and understand the etiquette of group riding, be able to change a tire and address minor mechanical issues. Routes will vary from southerly, mostly flat terrain, to northwesterly hilly rides, depending on wind direction and the whims of the ride leader. These rides are meant to provide some steady tempo training hours.
Wheels down at 7:00 am.
Tuesday & Thursday Routes:
Friday Truancy Ride
Date: May 31, 2013 @ 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Date: June 7, 2013 @ 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas
How about a nice ride to help make the work blues disappear and jump start the weekend. Join Mellow Johnny's for the Friday Truancy ride. This co-ed, no drop ride is just the ticket for easing out of a long work week. Meet at the shop at 2:00pm, wheels down at 2:30pm. This is a spirited, 30-mile road ride through neighborhoods and official bike routes with a minimum of large roadways. This group averages 17-18mph. Expect a few hills and optional sprints.
General group ride expectation: helmet, road bike in good working condition, water and nutrition, flat changing tools. Headphones are not allowed.
We encourage you to ride your bike to the shop. If you do drive, please park in the street.
For pre-ride coffee or snack, meet at Juan Pelota Café a half hour before ride time.
For information contact us by email here.
Bike rentals http://www.mellowjohnnys.com/products-and-service/rentals/
Middle of the Road Ride (MOTR)--Rising Sun: Elroy
Date: June 1, 2013 @ 8:30 am to 11:30 am
Date: July 6, 2013 @ 8:30 am to 11:30 am
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas
Led by the University of Texas Cycling Team
This ride is a great fit for the intermediate rider who has spent some time on the bike riding in groups and on urban roads, but is looking for a bit more challenge in distance and speed. This no drop, co-ed ride averages 17-20mph in the front group, and 15-16mph in the second/sweep group. We typically start in one large group of 50+ people, and naturally split into intermediate and advanced groups. Routes vary from 30-40 miles on in-town bike routes and/or on roads with low to moderate traffic. Riders for this group should have experience riding in groups, be able to change a tire and address minor mechanical issues and understand the etiquette of group riding.
MOTR will take riders out east past McKinney Falls State Park into Elroy, Texas and then back into town. This 35-mile route varies in terrain...flat, rolling and often great tail wind sections.
General group ride expectation: helmet, bike in good working condition, water and nutrition, flat changing tools, and no headphones. We encourage you to ride your bike to the shop. If you do drive, please park in the street.
For pre-ride coffee or snack, meet at Juan Pelota Café a half hour before ride time.
For more information or questions contact us by email here:
Bike rentals http://www.mellowjohnnys.com/products-and-service/rentals/
Scout-A-Route: McKinney Falls
Date: June 1, 2013 @ 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Date: August 10, 2013 @ 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas
This 20 mile out and back ride provides a variety of riding terrain (flat, climbs, descents). The shorter group stops at the park for a break and to regroup. Then heads back to the shop. There is a 6 mile extension option (for a total of 26 miles) that continues past the park, regrouping at the gas station on the corner of Salt Springs and Thaxton. We continue on Salt Springs to Willlian Cannon. Once back on Mckinney Falls Pkwy, we head back the way we rode out.
These rides are co-hosted by Mellow Johnny’s and the Austin Cycling Association. This no-drop, co-ed group ride is perfect for the cyclist new to riding or bike commuting, returning to the bike or just looking for a more casual ride. The routes are designed to help riders navigate the city bike routes and other safe bike commuting options.
Thank you for making this a popular Saturday morning ride. In response, we are now hosting two groups for this ride. The first group is designed for those who can average 14-16mph for 20-30 miles with one or two regrouping points. This group follows the same route but is provided with an extended mileage option.
The second group is our traditional Scout-a-Route. We average 12mph for distances between 15-25 miles with regrouping points.
Both rides are intended to explore, so leave your heart rate monitor at home, bring some spare dollars for the occasional refreshment stop and enjoy the view.
General group ride expectation: helmet, bike in good working condition, water and nutrition, flat changing tools, and no headphones/radios. We encourage you to ride your bike down. If you do drive, please park in the street.
For pre-ride coffee or snack, meet at Juan Pelota Café a half hour before ride time.
Questions or information contact Julie at julie@mellowjohnnys.com .
Middle of the Road Ride (MOTR) Happy Buda Route
Date: June 8, 2013 @ 8:30 am to 11:30 am
Date: July 13, 2013 @ 8:30 am to 11:30 am
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas
Led by the University of Texas Cycling Team
This ride is a great fit for the intermediate rider who has spent some time on the bike riding in groups and on urban roads, but is looking for a bit more challenge in distance and speed. This no drop, co-ed ride averages 17-20mph in the front group, and 15-16mph in the second/sweep group. We typically start in one large group of 50+ people, and naturally split into intermediate and advanced groups. Routes vary from 30-40 miles on in-town bike routes and/or on roads with low to moderate traffic. Riders for this group should have experience riding in groups, be able to change a tire and address minor mechanical issues and understand the etiquette of group riding.
We will ride the Happy Buda route, a 35 mile route that takes us through south Austin to Buda and back again. There will be a water stop at the turn around point in Buda. We will roll out together to Old San Antonio Road stopping at the Walgreen’s on Loop 4 to regroup for the return ride back to the shop.
General group ride expectation: helmet, bike in good working condition, water and nutrition, flat changing tools, and no headphones. We encourage you to ride your bike to the shop. If driving, please park in the street.
For pre-ride coffee or snack, meet at Juan Pelota Café a half hour before ride time.
For more information or questions contact us by email here.
Bike rentals http://www.mellowjohnnys.com/products-and-service/rentals/
Scout-a-Route: Kerfuffle Ride
Date: June 8, 2013 @ 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Date: August 17, 2013 @ 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location: Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas
These rides are co-hosted by Mellow Johnny’s and the Austin Cycling Association. This no-drop, co-ed group ride is perfect for the cyclist new to riding or bike commuting, returning to the bike or just looking for a more casual ride. The routes are designed to help riders navigate the city bike routes and other safe bike commuting options.
Thank you for making this a popular Saturday morning ride. In response, we are now hosting two groups for this ride. Group 1: designed for those who can average 14-16mph for 20-30 miles with one or two regrouping points. This group follows the same route but is provided with an extended mileage option.
Group 2: this is our traditional Scout-a-Route ride. We average 12mph for distances between 15-25 miles with regrouping points.
Both rides are intended to explore, so leave your heart rate monitor at home, bring some spare dollars for the occasional refreshment stop and enjoy the view!
Route: It 's a north route that combines some of our favorite roads in new directions and combinations with a slight deviation of exploration. That's rigth, a kerfuffle.
General group ride expectation: helmet, bike in good working condition, water and nutrition, flat changing tools, and no headphones/radios. We encourage you to ride your bike to the shop. If you drive, please park in the street.
For pre-ride coffee or snack, meet at Juan Pelota Café a half hour before ride time.
For more information or questions contact Julie at julie@mellowjohnnys.com
Bike rental information: http://www.mellowjohnnys.com/products-and-service/rentals/
