Did you know that you could ride in DC and not be in the midst of cars? It's true! Come join us on this beautiful ride, through the tree lined streets of NW and out to quiet stretches elsewhere in the District, Virginia and Maryland (we continuously will alter the cue sheets throughout the winter season).

All routes will contain a wide variety of steep climbs and flatter roads for pace lines. The ride offers something for everyone - the division between "A" and "B" riders will happen soon enough with at least one leader staying in front with the sharks and at least one other staying in the rear.

One rest stop.

Ride start of Mitchell Park is a hop, skip and jump from the Dupont Circle Metro, and neighborhood parking is ample enough if you don't want to leave your car at home. Note: there are no rest rooms at the Mitchell Park, but there are more than enough nearby on Connecticut Ave by the metro stop.

No go in event of rain, snow or ice or if temperature is below 25°. Shorter routes will be organized for colder days. Check for breaking announcements on Pedalers Google Group and PPTC website.

For those interested, there will be a post-ride meal at a groovy neighborhood cafe. Expect additional leaders for all niches of "A", "BB" and "B" riders.

BB-B: Matt Birnbaum [noshbygosh@comcast.net] 202-702-5720