ACA Classic Rides
Classic rides contain several distance options and no set speed. At the start, each rider is given a map and cue sheet. Riders are generally grouped by distance, each riding at their own pace.
ACA rides are open to any adult recreational cyclist (regardless of membership or affiliation), as well as riders under 18 accompanied by a responsible adult. Riders of all levels, including novice, are encouraged to participate. All rides are on public streets and roads, and all riders ride at their own risk. Carry identification and water bottle(s). Properly worn, approved bicycle helmets are required of all riders. Remember, each rider is responsible for his/her own safety and security.
New Sweden Shuffle
Sat, 03/13/2010 - 9:00amCome shuffle along with us. We’ll have shuffles of 20, 44 and 59 miles through the New Sweden flatlands north east of Austin. Meet at the Dessau Middle School on Dessau Rd., between Parmer Ln. and Howard Ln.
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44.0miles,
59.0miles,
Contact: Katy Kappel, , katykappel@yahoo.com
Old San Antonio Road
Sat, 03/13/2010 - 9:00amMeet at Williams Elementary School at Mairo and Blue Valley Dr. (one block east of South First Street and six blocks south of William Cannon) for a select-your-own-distance ride of up to 55 miles. The relatively flat out-and-back route goes through Buda, Kyle, and the thickly wooded Blanco River Valley to northern San Marcos.
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31.0miles,
51.0miles,
Contact: Gerald A King, , gerryking@austin.rr.com
Lone Granger
Sun, 03/14/2010 - 9:00amRides of 12, 26, and 52 miles begin in San Gabriel Park in Georgetown and go as far east as Granger. From I-35 take exit 261A (Williams St./RR 2338) and drive east (right) to Austin Ave., turn left and then right onto Stadium Dr. Park just east of the stop sign at Morrow St. (near the restrooms).
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Contact: Rick Byrnes, , blue_x21@yahoo.com
Dripping Springs Johnson City
Sun, 03/14/2010 - 9:00amMeet at Dripping Springs ISD Administration building, on the north side of Hwy 290, about 3/10 of a mile west of the traffic light at Hwy 12. (The admin building is on Loop 64). The intermediate level rides of 26 and 52 miles follow back roads through the undulating Hill Country landscape to Johnson City.
26.0miles,
52.0miles,
Contact: Sue Cahill,
Andice Adventure
Sat, 03/20/2010 - 9:00amEnjoy traversing rolling hills and valleys as you appreciate the absolute allure of the Hill Country. From Hwy 183 north, turn left on FM 1431. Take FM 1431 to the third light (Lakeline Blvd) and turn right. The school is 0.5 a mile north of the FM 1431/Lakeline intersection, on the left. Meet on the north side of CC Mason Elementary School. Ride will head North on Lakeline Blvd, turn right onto Crystal Falls Pkwy and out to Andice, Texas via Ronald Reagan Boulevard. Enjoy traversing rolling hills and valleys as you appreciate the absolute allure of the Hill Country.
33.0miles,
45.0miles,
69.0miles,
Contact: Mark Nelsen, , mark.nelsen@gmail.com
Devil's Backbone
Sat, 03/20/2010 - 1:30pmJoin us for the classic Devil's Backbone ride. Distances of 27, 43, 52 miles. Ride River Road before the tubers take over, then take a jaunt up the stunningly beautiful Devil's Backbone. Meet in the REAR of the public parking lot near Gruene Hall in Gruene. Take I-35 to exit number 191, turn west on FM 306. After 1.5 miles, turn left on Hunter Road which takes you to Gruene (note: do not turn left on FM 1102, East Common Street, which is before Hunter Road). The parking lot is on the left, just before Gruene Hall. Stay for lunch afterwards.
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52.0miles,
Contact: Russel Voyles, , r_voyles@yahoo.com
Sprinkle Sprint
Sun, 03/21/2010 - 9:00amMeet near the intersection of Centre Park and Centre Creek in NE Austin. Take Cameron Rd. north off Hwy 183, and turn right on Rutherford Ln. The second left is Centre Park. Park on Centre Park. Riders meeting near the intersection of Centre Park and Centre Creek. The 31- and 44-mile routes cover rolling farmland. These rides leave from very close in and put you and your bike in rural countryside before you know it.
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44.0miles,
Contact: Kevin Corry, , kevincorry@sbcglobal.net
Joppa Jaunt
Sat, 03/27/2010 - 9:00amMeet at Liberty Hill Elementary School on Loop 332, just west of downtown Liberty Hill. These 25-, 32-, 47-, and 55-mile intermediate level rides follow quiet back roads over the picturesque Jollyville Plateau with a few moderate hills. Pedal through places like Joppa, Oatmeal, Mahomet and Bertram.
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32.0miles,
47.0miles,
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Contact: Rick Byrnes, , blue_x21@yahoo.com
Weir Lost
Sun, 03/28/2010 - 9:00amOfficial loops of 20, 30 and 53 miles that pass through the big cities of Jonah, Walburg and, if you don’t get lost, Weir. Plenty of options for shorter rides. Meet at the parking lot at the girl’s softball field in Old Settlers Park in Round Rock. From I-35 take Exit 254 east; follow Route 3406 3.4 mi., cross CR 1460 (3406 becomes 113/Kyphen Rd.) go another 2.3 miles, turn right onto Aten Loop. Take the first right into the parking lot.
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53.0miles,
Contact: Tom Robichaux, , tomrobichaux@sbcglobal.net
Pfinally Pflugerville
Sat, 04/03/2010 - 8:00amThe ride routes are 12, 18, 24, 47 and 67 miles through flat to slightly rolling farmland. Exit on FM 1825 from Interstate 35 and curve east through old downtown Pflugerville to the next traffic light. Turn left on FM 685 and proceed north for about 2.75 miles, turning right at traffic light onto Kelly Lane. Take your next right into the Hendrickson High School parking lot.
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Contact: Kevin Corry, , kevincorry@sbcglobal.net
To Hill And Back
Sat, 04/03/2010 - 8:00amMeet at the Blanco High School for rides with fantastic views of the Guadalupe and Blanco River valleys and a few hills thrown in. Ride lengths of 11, 32, 48 and 65 miles. Take US Hwy. 290 west to US 281; go south (left) on 281 to Blanco. Turn right in the center of town on FM 1623 and park in the high school lot, a short distance on the left side.
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65.0miles,
Contact: Michael Shirk, , michaels990@gmail.com
Pedernales Pedal
Sun, 04/04/2010 - 10:00amIf you enjoy our Dripping Springs-to-Johnson City ride, you’ll love this ride! We’ll take in part of that same route but return to Dripping Springs via different routes. Bring plenty of water, as the only water stop available is on the 63-mile ride. The only water on the 30-mile ride would require a 5-mile total diversion into Pedernales Falls State Park. Rides start at Dripping Springs High School. From the “Y” (US 290 and SH 71 intersection) in Southwest Austin, follow US 290 to Dripping Springs. Go to Tiger Lane 1.9 miles west of the RR 12/US 290 intersection in Dripping Springs. Turn left on Tiger Lane, and the high school will be on the left.
30.0miles,
63.0miles,
Contact: Michael Shirk, , michaels990@gmail.com
Cedar Park Fever
Sat, 04/10/2010 - 8:00amMeet at CC Mason Elementary in Cedar Park. From Hwy 183 north, turn left on FM 1431. Take FM 1431 to the second light (Lakeline Blvd) and turn right. The school is _ a mile north of the FM 1431/Lakeline intersection, on the left. These are easy to intermediate rides of 15, 32, 56 and 76 miles in the Hill Country. There are some moderate hills on the longer routes.
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28.0miles,
48.0miles,
63.0miles,
Contact: Mark Nelsen, , mark.nelsen@gmail.com
Tour De Coupland
Sat, 04/10/2010 - 8:00amThese rides of 24 or 53 miles through flat to slightly rolling terrain are suitable for novice riders. The long route goes through historic Coupland. Pig out (cycling term) on hot-gut sausage afteward. Meet at the Park & Ride lot, about 0.5 miles north of the Hwy 95/Hwy 290 intersection (in front of high school baseball field) in Elgin.
24.0miles,
54.0miles,
Contact: Kevin Corry, , kevincorry@sbcglobal.net
Hutto – Coupland
Sun, 04/11/2010 - 8:00amMeet at the new elementary school (the one with the red roof) on the NE side of Hutto. From Hwy 79 in Hutto go north 0.6 miles on FM 1660 and turn right onto Mager Lane. Drive 0.3 miles and turn into the elementary school parking lot. These intermediate level rides of 27, 41, and 55 miles are through mostly flat, but always windy, terrain.
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41.0miles,
55.0miles,
Contact: Rick Byrnes, , blue_x21@yahoo.com
Dripping Springs Favorites
Sun, 04/11/2010 - 8:00amA new revision of an old route. Meet at Dripping Springs ISD Administration building, on the north side of Hwy 290, about 3/10 of a mile west of the traffic light at Hwy 12. (The admin building is on Loop 64). The 17-, 31-, 45- and 59-mile rides follow Onion Creek and then climb across the Great Divide into the Blanco River Basin, offering one of the most spectacular cycling views anywhere. Plenty of hills, open vistas and fire-ant mounds.
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59.0miles,
Contact: Sue Cahill,