MARCH MADNESS. Wanna Draft?

Not a lick of Irish courses through these veins, but March 17th is a favorite as the Drafter spirit flows through a sea of green. Spring is here so let's see some green back on the road!

Spring isn't the only season that brings green. Here are some of many hibernations highlights.

DRAFTER POND HOCKEY with curb side lace tying service by Cannibal and lessons by Speedy. Squirrel and Granny shed their full face masks for the photo.

BADGER HOCKEY with Coach Arms (paying in the Frozen Four today- Go Badgers!).

BIRKIE OR BIRKIE WANNA BE TRAINING

FAT TIRE BIRKIE

Fame strikes as Skipper becomes SINGLETRACKS COVER BOY

And just some good femme fun. More of these to come!

For those re-enlisted, welcome back! For those new to the Draft, we are excited to have you join our community. A few ground rules and expectations:

1. Above all, we are a cycling community. We welcome the fast and the not so fast, and even those who don't adore and don green, so long as there is a strong passion for pedaling.
2. Departure times are strictly enforced, most of the time. Wheels up at 5:30PM , most often from Glacier Ridge Road in Middleton Hills, but there will be other hosts throughout the season. As the days and routes get longer, there will be a division of "A and B Teams". The B for Bad Ass group will leave at 5PM to allow extra pedal time. Please self-seed so that you enjoy the Draft.
3. The blog will be the source of important information regarding weekly routes, and other organized cycling events. Each post (one per week) will auto generate an email, of which you can certainly opt out. Are you likely to show up Monday without a clue? Same. Downloading the wordpress app on your phone (you'll need to create an account, but it is free) will allow quick and easy access to the route in GPS and PDF formats.
4. Please download the GroupMe app on your phone for last minute updates on route changes, draft cancellations, and important birthday notifications. Don't want the interruption and distraction? Understood. Turn off the notifications but PLEASE check GroupMe before riding in case there are changes. Route updates will NOT be noted on the blog. Contact me if you aren't on the GroupMe list.
5. Each Drafter has unique goals for the season, but all Drafters must share the following common goals: have fun, avoid injury, improve in some way- be it fitness on the bike or passion for cycling, and love your fellow Drafters, or at least don't leave them with a flat.
6. Follow the rules of the road. Single file in town, stopping at stop signs. Once we are out of town, riding two wide is acceptable so long as there is not a vehicle back. Pacelines may form when and where appropriate, but ironically are not the mainstay of our Drafters. Always ride within your abilities. Call out potholes and traffic as you see and hear them coming, respectively. Gotta Strava? Do what you need to do, but please don't interfere with the group ride dynamic.
7. All Drafters are invited to partake in post-draft drafts. BYO lawn chair, beverage, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, and sustenance as desired.

Weather permitting, the first draft will depart from the usual location on Glacier Ridge Road at 5:30PM on Monday March 20th. This is a VERY short route, a little warm up to make sure your bike, legs and cardiovascular system are in working order.

RidewithGPS Link: Drafters |Chapel Ride

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Looking forward to our first spring fling.

Draft responsibly,

BrickO