2010 Spring Thaw at St Michaels, MD
2010 Spring Thaw at St Michaels
Thursday, April 29 to Sunday, May 2, 2010
PPTC will host a repeat performance and partner with Eastern Tandem Rally to show off wonderful Eastern Shore cycling. Meet cyclists from throughout the East Coast. Four days of riding: no hills, sparse traffic, wide shoulders.
Roads near the water afford splendid scenery among world class environmental ecosystems.
Enjoy the famous ferry ride to Historic Oxford, MD for lunch and exploratory cycling.
What's included?
- Thursday and Friday ice cream social welcome party -wine and cheese - Friday lunch at Old Salty on Hooper Island
- Sumptuous and healthy Saturday lunch and dinner in St Michaels
- Maps - cue sheets - Saturday night entertainment - Mechanical assistance - AM Yoga
- Lodging - on your own, with special rates at the host motel (hurry-this fills up fast)
- Free unlimited continental breakfast with new additions including Belgian waffles
If you prefer to try an alternative or miss the cutoff, don't worry. We'll provide a list of nearby B&Bs motels, many with which we've negotiated discounts for our group.
Thursday and Friday dinners are unhosted, providing a great opportunity to get to know others as you explore the many local offerings with new found friends. We'll provide lists and reviews to help with your selections.
Top 2 Reasons Why You Must Get Your Reservations Early:
- Because of the intimate, small-town ambiance of this quaint town, registration is limited to 200
- The $145 per person registration is a fraction of fees for many events offering far less
Reserve rooms at Best Western now. Call the Motel (410-745-3333) and say you are registering for the PPTC/ETR event. This is a joint event with Potomac Pedalers Touring Club and Eastern Tandem Rally. Minimum stay is Friday and Saturday night. Option to extend to four nights at guaranteed rates. Rates at Best Western are lower on Wednesday & Thursday.
Tandem Wannabees
If you would like to rent a tandem, you can contact Mt Airy Bicycles (Maryland) at 301-831-5151. info@bike123.com As the official rally mechanic, they are offering special rental fees. Reservations accepted starting March 15. Sizing and introduction to tandem instruction available at no cost with advance notice. Event delivery and pickup available.
Because of the low traffic and flat terrain, the area is a haven for trikes and recumbents. There will be a limited number of those available for rent as well.
Lodging
St Michaels:
- HEADQUARTERS: Best Western Motor Inn, 82 rooms. 1228 S Talbot St., St Michaels, MD 21663. (410) 745-3333. Cost per night per room is $93 for Wed and Thursday and $120 for Friday and Saturday, plus 10% tax.
- The Old Brick Inn: (a half-mile away from Best Western) 401 S Talbot St., St Michaels, MD 21663. (410) 745-3323 www.oldbrickinn.com Some rooms under $200/night. The Brick Inn has 20 rooms, at varying prices, and may offer a reduced rate. Rooms may include a Jacuzzi or hot tub.
Easton: 12 miles away
- DAYS INN: 80 rooms 7018 Ocean Gateway Easton, MD 21601 410-822-4600. Rooms vary from 67 to $75 plus 10% tax.
- ECONO LODGE 48 rooms 8175 Ocean Gateway Easton, MD 21601-7145 (410) 820-5555 $75.
You can also camp at Martinak or Tuckahoe State Parks (both are about 25 mi away). Reservations can be made on line -- good family time. Several riders stayed there at the last rally.
- MARTINAK STATE PARK www.dnr.state.md.us 137 Deep Shore Rd Denton, MD 21629 (410) 820-1668
- TUCKAHOE STATE PARK www.dnr.state.md.us 13070 Crouse Mill Rd Queen Anne, MD 21657 (410) 820-1668
If you want help finding a roommate contact Ed Brandt at ed.b.brandt@gmail.com
Driving Times to St Michaels, MD:
Philadelphia 2.5 hrs, Washington 1.3 hrs, N Y 4 hrs, Baltimore-Washington Airport 1.5 hrs. Raleigh NC 5.5 hrs, Wilmington, DE 1.6 hrs, Boston, MA 6 hrs, Virginia Beach 4.2 hrs, Richmond, VA 3.4 hrs, Cleveland, OH 7.5 hrs, Pittsburgh, PA 5.5 hrs, Charleston, SC 9.5 hrs.
Program Overview April 29 to May 2, 2010
- Thursday: Selection of rides for all levels in Talbot County
- Friday: Hooper Island and lunch at Old Salty. Also visit nationally renowned Blackwater Wildlife Refuge.
- Saturday: Selection of rides for all levels in Talbot County. Lunch and dinner in St Michaels. Saturday night entertainment
- Sunday: Mass start. 26 and 36 mile ride to Tilghman Island. Few cars, no turns, no traffic lights, very wide shoulders. Out-and- back.
For more information: to http://www.easterntandemrally.org/
Contacts:
Ed and Cindy Brandt ed.b.brandt@gmail.com
Larry and Linda Black larry@bike123.com
Rich Tepel and Megan Wholey richtepel@verizon.net
Registration fee: $145 per person. Non member fee is $25 per person. Or Join PPTC for individual $32 or family membership of $37. No extra charge for children under 16.
See web site for lodging. You are responsible for making your reservations.
If you want help finding a room mate contact Ed Brandt at ed.b.brandt@gmail.com
Online Registration
Online registration for this event is now available.
You may also send a completed registration form (PDF registration form is attached below) with check payable to PPTC to: Ed Brandt, 3302 Cummings Lane, Chevy Chase MD 20815.
Remember to include:
- Check made out to PPTC
- A signed and completed registration form.
- A signed and completed Release & Waiver Form for each person. Form located in either the Pedal Patter or, go to web site www.bikepptc.org for a copy.
- Stamped and self-addressed long envelope to receive confirmation or an e-mail address.
Registration includes: Thursday and Friday welcome party, ice cream socials, wine and cheese, Friday lunch at Old Salty on Hooper Island. Saturday lunch and dinner in St Michaels. Best Western provides a continental breakfast.
Full refund (less $20 processing charge per person) prior to April 20. Room reservations not included. Check with lodging for cancellation date.
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