My friend Cris alerted me to this ride last year, after I’d sadly already missed it. Won’t make that mistake again! See the press release or read on….

Be a part of history with this bicycle endeavor. Since 1986, every Patriot’s Day, a group of 40+ cyclists, lead by Hal Gabriel, join forces to bike the Boston Marathon path. It’s a 52 miles excursion from Boston to Hopkinton and back. Be assured you will not be alone and there is enough support to get everyone through this trek.

Upon the participants return, the Greater Boston Central YMCA will provide free refreshments and Fitness Foundry will dole out free T-shirts. It’s a Win, Win event.

Here are the details on ‘Hal’s 25th Annual Boston Marathon Day Ride’:

52 Total Miles. 26 miles each way.
BYOB: Bring Your Own Bicycle
Cost: Free
Experience: All are welcomed
Date: April 19, 2010
Start Time: 6:00am EST
Estimated End Time: 10am
Location: The front steps of ‘The Greater Boston Central YMCA’ on Huntington Ave., Boston, Mass.
Weather: Rain or Shine.
Pre-requisite: Must sign agreement form to participate in physical activity.

Things to Consider:
Please arrive 20 minutes early to prepare for the ride.
They ride to the starting point in Copley Square.
There is no competition. Ride at your own pace.
Weather elements. Dress accordingly.
Be cautious of potholes.
Be smart and alert to surroundings.
Have Fun and Enjoy the Ride.
Hal’s motto for this year is “Keep Moving”…
Be well and stay active

Sounds like the closest I’m ever going to get to participating in the Boston Marathon so I’m planning to ride. Hope to see you there!

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