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The Hills & Dales Ride (The Spin Into Spring)

 

Total Distance: 30.8 miles                            Elevation Gain: 1759 feet    

 

Degree of Difficulty Index: 1759' / 30.8 mi. = 57.11 ft/mi             Terrain:  Hilly            

 

Killer Hills:   Grassy Hill Rd.

 

Geographic Region:  Southeast Connecticut

 

City/Town:  Waterford

 

Starting Location:  I-395 Exit 2 CPL (Rt. 85) in Waterford 

 

Ride Description:  This challenging ride is over rolling to hilly terrain and passes through parts of Waterford, Salem and Lyme that aren't often ridden by bike clubs. The ride uses mostly back roads, although there is some riding on state roads with wide shoulders.  Lunch (bring) can be enjoyed at a spot along Beaver Brook Road.  While there are no particular Points of Interest on this ride, there is much to admire as you pass through the Connecticut countryside.       

 

Facilities and Points of Interest:    

 

Mile

            Facilities - Points of Interest

There is a dearth of facilities on this ride.

 

 

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