SISU - Ohio Summer Mini-CamP

Routes:

Friday, June 21, 2024 6:30PM

SISU “Shakeout” Ride

https://www.strava.com/routes/3225640159277135388

This route is 22.8 miles with almost 2k feet of elevation gain. It’s a wonderful introduction to the hills of Ohio!

This route begins and ends at Flight of the Hawk Sculpture Park.

4750 Old Logan Rd SE

Lancaster, OH 43130

Saturday, June 22, 2024 7:30AM

“Hocking 5.5”

https://www.strava.com/routes/3207768927267227120

The most challenging route of the weekend, 66 miles featuring over 10 climbs and 7.6k feet of elevation gain in beautiful Hocking Hills. Not for the faint of heart! We will have several refueling stops, and also the group will regroup atop hills or at the bottom of descents. A true test of the SISU spirit!

This route begins and ends at Clear Creek MetroPark Parking Lot

Clear Creek Metro Park Parking Lot

Rockbridge, OH 43149

Sunday, June 23, 2024 7:30AM

SISU “Flatter” Route

https://www.strava.com/routes/3225650671707744904

For our final day, we will again enjoy the beautiful scenery of Hocking Hills, but spend more time on some flatter roads to give our tired legs a break. This route is 65 miles with 4.6k feet of elevation gain.

This route begins and ends at Clear Creek MetroPark Parking Lot

Clear Creek MetroPark Parking Lot

Rockbridge, OH 43149

It is noteworthy that Ohio hills are short and punchy. It’s not uncommon for a hill to be over 10% gradient. Everyone should be prepared for the challenge, but not feel pressured to stay with the group. We will certainly have a diverse group of mixed abilities and fitness levels.

SAG:

We have two gracious volunteers to drive a SAG vehicle on Sat/Sun that will be available in case of unrepairable mechanical, and also will hold our extra nutrition and hydration, serving as a refueling stop. We will have coolers for riders to place their extra drinks, along with some generic hydration supplements in the event that folks did not bring enough/want something different.

We expect most people will want to manage their own nutrition preferences/needs, but some nutrition will be available if needed.

Cellular phone service will be spotty on these routes - we may have to be creative and be in contact with SAG at the tops of hills

Weather:

The forecast looks extremely hot this weekend. We’re asking everyone to plan accordingly with nutrition, electrolytes, and hydration. In the event of unexpected inclement weather (severe storms), we will adjust the day’s plans.

PLEASE BRING SUNSCREEN

Apparel:

If you have a SISU kit/jersey, please plan to wear it on Saturday. We will get a SISU group photo and generate some media.

Post-Ride Food:

We plan to assemble as a group after our challenging days (Sat/Sun) and have dinner/libations at Outerbelt Brewery. We’ll occupy the patio area, which also allows dogs. Time TBA - dependent on when our ride finishes.

https://www.outerbeltbrewing.com/

3560 Dolson Court, Ste A

Carroll, OH 43112

Lodging:

Lodging will be on your own, with plenty of options in neighboring areas of Lancaster and Hocking County. We expect most folks have already booked lodging.

Important Contact Info:

John Hardisky - 937-371-2569

Alex McWhinnie - 908-773-0048

Joey Streets - 614-905-7369

JOEY’s SEGMENT UPDATE

For those of us looking to test the legs this weekend I've picked some fun segments for us to battle it out on. I'll highlight these during the daily ride meeting the day of as well Friday Lets plan for a chill ride overall so everyone can roll together regardless of abilities. But I'll still give us one segment to cook on.