1000 Animals Social Athletic Club Ride
WHEN: Wednesday, June 21st, 5:30PM departure!
WHAT’S WITH THE NAME: Brace for this history lesson. The 1000 Animals Social Athletic Club was a local, casual crew of cyclists who met weekly to ride together in the 90’s. The rides were organized by Placid Planet, which, at one time, was located at 1975 Saranac Ave. This same location has taken on many identities over the years - the “Speedy Spa”, an antique shop and “The Home of 1000 Animals” - an oddball roadside attraction that was part petting zoo and part fur farm from the 1920’s through the 60’s. Most recently, it is the home of West Shore BBQ, which also happens to be our final stop. Full circle! Please know that while the event name is a nod to an OG group ride and one of our sustaining Community Partners, Placid Planet, you need not be athletic or even social. Come as you are.
WHY: To celebrate the growth and expansion of mountain biking in our community and to honor the efforts of so many who’ve had a hand in it.
WHERE IT STARTS: Meet at Placid Planet (2242 Saranac Ave.) between 5 and 5:30 - aiming for a 5:30 departure.
THE RIDE: We’ve got our sights set on Mt. Whitney Road, Purple Trail and the Lussi Trails finishing with a triumphant loop around Mirror Lake. The route is subject to change and will be dependent on the size and pace of our zoo. Plan to be on your bike for about two hours including social stops.
WHERE IT ENDS: West Shore BBQ (1975 Saranac Ave)! West Shore BBQ has been SO KIND as to open just for us, so we encourage you to embrace the opportunity to support them through this event. They just opened last month and if you haven’t been, then you’re in for a treat. At registration, you’ll choose A.) Sliced Brisket Sandwich or B.) Pulled Pork Sandwich. Each entree will also come with coleslaw, mac & cheese, cornbread, pickles, BBQ Sauce and a bottle of water. There will be N/A beverages to purchase as well.
FEES/REGISTRATION: Registration is $30 and includes dinner, access to the ride, and limited edition 1000 animals magnet/sticker swag designed by our Board VP himself, Dan Cash Designs. If dinner isn’t in the cards for you, but you want to join us, registration is $15. All proceeds go back to the trails. Registration CLOSES on Monday June 19th at NOON. This is so we can provide West Shore with our food pre-order.
ATTIRE: Animal costumes and/or print not required but STRONGLY encouraged. 10,000 style points for anyone who shows up on a 1990's era mountain bike.
OTHER PRO TIPS: We anticipate a good crowd. Register early. Spots will be limited. Parking at Placid Planet could be tight, so if you can, ride from home or consider alternative parking behind Simply Gourmet.
WHAT’S WITH THE NAME: Brace for this history lesson. The 1000 Animals Social Athletic Club was a local, casual crew of cyclists who met weekly to ride together in the 90’s. The rides were organized by Placid Planet, which, at one time, was located at 1975 Saranac Ave. This same location has taken on many identities over the years - the “Speedy Spa”, an antique shop and “The Home of 1000 Animals” - an oddball roadside attraction that was part petting zoo and part fur farm from the 1920’s through the 60’s. Most recently, it is the home of West Shore BBQ, which also happens to be our final stop. Full circle! Please know that while the event name is a nod to an OG group ride and one of our sustaining Community Partners, Placid Planet, you need not be athletic or even social. Come as you are.
WHY: To celebrate the growth and expansion of mountain biking in our community and to honor the efforts of so many who’ve had a hand in it.
WHERE IT STARTS: Meet at Placid Planet (2242 Saranac Ave.) between 5 and 5:30 - aiming for a 5:30 departure.
THE RIDE: We’ve got our sights set on Mt. Whitney Road, Purple Trail and the Lussi Trails finishing with a triumphant loop around Mirror Lake. The route is subject to change and will be dependent on the size and pace of our zoo. Plan to be on your bike for about two hours including social stops.
WHERE IT ENDS: West Shore BBQ (1975 Saranac Ave)! West Shore BBQ has been SO KIND as to open just for us, so we encourage you to embrace the opportunity to support them through this event. They just opened last month and if you haven’t been, then you’re in for a treat. At registration, you’ll choose A.) Sliced Brisket Sandwich or B.) Pulled Pork Sandwich. Each entree will also come with coleslaw, mac & cheese, cornbread, pickles, BBQ Sauce and a bottle of water. There will be N/A beverages to purchase as well.
FEES/REGISTRATION: Registration is $30 and includes dinner, access to the ride, and limited edition 1000 animals magnet/sticker swag designed by our Board VP himself, Dan Cash Designs. If dinner isn’t in the cards for you, but you want to join us, registration is $15. All proceeds go back to the trails. Registration CLOSES on Monday June 19th at NOON. This is so we can provide West Shore with our food pre-order.
ATTIRE: Animal costumes and/or print not required but STRONGLY encouraged. 10,000 style points for anyone who shows up on a 1990's era mountain bike.
OTHER PRO TIPS: We anticipate a good crowd. Register early. Spots will be limited. Parking at Placid Planet could be tight, so if you can, ride from home or consider alternative parking behind Simply Gourmet.
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