Last minute, but I'm heading out there tomorrow morning.
Leaving my house at 9, so arrival maybe 9:45. Roll out shortly thereafter, let's say 10-10:15.
Will plan to park at the school so long as no parking issues, otherwise will improvise somewhere close by.
55 Margaret St, Monson is the listed starting address.
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Also, if you don't think I have your contact info please send me a text (508.769.8140) in case of needing to amend the parking location.
If no responses, I may change the start location and/or time without notice.
Monson RR Recon (take 2); Monday 4/10
Monson RR Recon (take 2); Monday 4/10
Dave Mingori
Re: Monson RR Recon (take 2); Monday 4/10
Out there solo in gorgeous conditions (albeit some quite annoying SW winds). Ride details here: https://www.strava.com/activities/936470751
Great course. Bit of everything. A long, grind climb on Rt.20 and also leading into Wales in 19. A steeper, 2 step climb to finish (and also coming in the middle). That middle 10K on Wales/Monson Rd brings a whole new meaning to "punchy". I'd be shocked if fields don't splinter along this, or if attacks don't come after the "finish" climb 1st time thru. Some long, mostly flat sections begging for a break to go. Some open exposed areas that could be affected by wind. Roads in very good condition. Two RR track crossings, both on 32N. Both straightforward, but the 2nd one does have some rough stuff right after. A few small holes here and there but nothing that should be of real concern.
Great course. Bit of everything. A long, grind climb on Rt.20 and also leading into Wales in 19. A steeper, 2 step climb to finish (and also coming in the middle). That middle 10K on Wales/Monson Rd brings a whole new meaning to "punchy". I'd be shocked if fields don't splinter along this, or if attacks don't come after the "finish" climb 1st time thru. Some long, mostly flat sections begging for a break to go. Some open exposed areas that could be affected by wind. Roads in very good condition. Two RR track crossings, both on 32N. Both straightforward, but the 2nd one does have some rough stuff right after. A few small holes here and there but nothing that should be of real concern.
Dave Mingori